Processed Animal Protein Market Report 2026

The processed animal protein market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $14.21 billion in 2025 to $15.02 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.6%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increasing livestock production volumes, expansion of commercial animal farming, rising demand for cost-efficient feed protein, development of rendering infrastructure, implementation of animal feed safety regulations.

The processed animal protein market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $18.51 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.4%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to growing demand for alternative and sustainable protein sources, rising aquaculture feed consumption, increasing investments in advanced processing technologies, expansion of pet food production, strengthening regulatory frameworks for feed safety. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing adoption of sustainable protein processing methods, rising demand for high-quality feed ingredients, growing focus on traceability and safety compliance, expansion of aquaculture feed applications, enhanced utilization of animal by-products.

The increasing adoption of pets is expected to drive the growth of the processed animal protein market in the coming years. Pet ownership continues to rise due to the growing humanization of animals and the trend of treating pets as family members. This surge in pet adoption is fueling demand for high-quality, protein-rich ingredients in pet food formulations, as manufacturers seek to meet evolving nutritional expectations. For instance, in July 2025, according to the World Animal Foundation, a US-based nonprofit animal welfare organization, the number of cats adopted from animal shelters grew by 0.4% year-over-year in 2023, marking an increase of 17,153 adoptions compared to the previous year. Hence, the increasing adoption of pets is contributing significantly to the growth of the processed animal protein market.

Major companies in the processed animal protein market are leveraging technological advancements in processing techniques, such as X-ray imaging systems, to enhance production quality, efficiency, and safety. X-ray imaging systems employ high-resolution imaging and analysis software to detect bones, foreign materials, and defects in animal protein products, enabling real-time monitoring, automated rejection, and improved yield management. For instance, in August 2023, Eagle Product Inspection, a US-based company specializing in inspection and processing technologies, launched the MAXIMIZER RMI X-ray inspection system to improve bone detection and contaminant removal in poultry and meat processing lines. The system features dual-lane capability for up to 120 pieces per lane per minute, integrates SimulTask PRO image analysis software, and provides automated reject management. This innovation enhances processed animal protein production by increasing automation, throughput, and product quality while minimizing manual inspection and improving safety standards.

In September 2025, Mukka Proteins Limited, an India-based animal protein company, acquired a 51% stake in FABBCO Bio Cycle & Bio Protein for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition enables Mukka Proteins to strengthen its position in sustainable protein production and expand its bio-based animal nutrition portfolio. FABBCO Bio Cycle & Bio Protein, based in India, specializes in producing bio-proteins and organic fertilizers through recycling and bioconversion processes.

Major companies operating in the processed animal protein market are Cargill Incorporated, JBS S.A., Tyson Foods Inc., Tönnies Holding ApS & Co. KG, Darling Ingredients Inc., Tessenderlo Group N.V., SARIA SE & Co. KG, Sanimax Inc., Baker Commodities Inc., West Coast Reduction Inc., LEO Group Ltd., SRC Companies LLC, Boyer Valley Company LLC, nextProtein SAS, J G Pears (Holdings) Limited, Allanasons Private Limited, Kaluzny Bros. Inc., Nordfeed GmbH, Natural Proteins, Ridley Corporation Limited, FASA Group, Advanced Proteins, S.F. Rendering Ltd.

North America was the largest region in the processed animal protein market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the processed animal protein market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the processed animal protein market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Spain, Canada.

The processed animal protein market consists of sales of animal fat, spray-dried plasma, hemoglobin powder, plasma protein, collagen protein, and gelatin. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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