Global Animal Feed Plant Based Protein Isolate Market Size study, by Source (Soybean Protein, Sunflower Protein, Pea Protein), Form, Application (Poultry Feed, Aquaculture Feed, Pet Food), and Regional Forecasts 2022-2032
Global Animal Feed Plant Based Protein Isolate Market is valued approximately at USD 2.06 billion in 2023 and is anticipated to grow with a healthy growth rate of more than 8.10% over the forecast period 2024-2032. The shift in global livestock nutrition strategies toward more sustainable and ethically sourced ingredients has amplified the significance of plant-based protein isolates in animal feed production. As protein demand skyrockets across commercial poultry, aquaculture, and pet food segments, plant-derived proteins are emerging as cost-efficient, digestible, and allergen-free alternatives to conventional animal-based meals. Offering an attractive nutritional profile and superior amino acid composition, isolates sourced from soy, sunflower, and peas are helping to meet both economic and environmental imperatives in modern animal husbandry.
With feed manufacturers pivoting away from fishmeal and meat-based protein due to price volatility, regulatory constraints, and ethical concerns, the market for plant-based protein isolates is undergoing accelerated adoption. Soy protein remains the most prominent due to its high lysine content and well-established processing infrastructure, while pea and sunflower proteins are gaining attention for their hypoallergenic and functional properties. Notably, demand is surging within aquaculture feed and pet food industries, which seek precision nutrition, high palatability, and minimal environmental impact. Furthermore, plant-based protein isolates support gut health and improved immunity, positioning them as viable ingredients in antibiotic-free feed formulations.
Technological innovations are amplifying the appeal of these isolates. From enzymatic hydrolysis and membrane filtration to extrusion and microencapsulation, advanced processing techniques are helping to enhance protein bioavailability, eliminate anti-nutritional factors, and preserve thermal stability during pelleting. Players in the market are heavily investing in proprietary isolate formulations customized for species-specific digestion profiles and lifecycle stages—offering targeted solutions for broilers, shrimp, or companion animals. Strategic collaborations between agri-tech innovators and feed manufacturers are accelerating these advancements while aligning with sustainability goals and global protein security initiatives.
From a geographic standpoint, Asia Pacific commands the lion’s share of the market, supported by its rapidly expanding livestock and aquaculture sectors, especially in countries like China, India, and Vietnam. Europe follows closely with a strong focus on alternative protein technologies, bolstered by supportive regulatory frameworks and consumer-driven preferences for organic and clean-label animal products. North America is also witnessing significant traction owing to rising pet humanization trends and growth in specialty feed applications. Meanwhile, Latin America and the Middle East & Africa are gradually integrating plant-based proteins into their feed ecosystems to reduce import dependence and elevate protein self-sufficiency.
Major market player included in this report are:
By Source
North America
With feed manufacturers pivoting away from fishmeal and meat-based protein due to price volatility, regulatory constraints, and ethical concerns, the market for plant-based protein isolates is undergoing accelerated adoption. Soy protein remains the most prominent due to its high lysine content and well-established processing infrastructure, while pea and sunflower proteins are gaining attention for their hypoallergenic and functional properties. Notably, demand is surging within aquaculture feed and pet food industries, which seek precision nutrition, high palatability, and minimal environmental impact. Furthermore, plant-based protein isolates support gut health and improved immunity, positioning them as viable ingredients in antibiotic-free feed formulations.
Technological innovations are amplifying the appeal of these isolates. From enzymatic hydrolysis and membrane filtration to extrusion and microencapsulation, advanced processing techniques are helping to enhance protein bioavailability, eliminate anti-nutritional factors, and preserve thermal stability during pelleting. Players in the market are heavily investing in proprietary isolate formulations customized for species-specific digestion profiles and lifecycle stages—offering targeted solutions for broilers, shrimp, or companion animals. Strategic collaborations between agri-tech innovators and feed manufacturers are accelerating these advancements while aligning with sustainability goals and global protein security initiatives.
From a geographic standpoint, Asia Pacific commands the lion’s share of the market, supported by its rapidly expanding livestock and aquaculture sectors, especially in countries like China, India, and Vietnam. Europe follows closely with a strong focus on alternative protein technologies, bolstered by supportive regulatory frameworks and consumer-driven preferences for organic and clean-label animal products. North America is also witnessing significant traction owing to rising pet humanization trends and growth in specialty feed applications. Meanwhile, Latin America and the Middle East & Africa are gradually integrating plant-based proteins into their feed ecosystems to reduce import dependence and elevate protein self-sufficiency.
Major market player included in this report are:
- Cargill, Incorporated
- DuPont de Nemours, Inc.
- Roquette Frиres
- Ingredion Incorporated
- Glanbia plc
- Kerry Group plc
- The Scoular Company
- Archer Daniels Midland Company (ADM)
- Burcon NutraScience Corporation
- Axiom Foods, Inc.
- Batory Foods
- BENEO GmbH
- Sotexpro SA
- Emsland Group
- Vestkorn Milling AS
By Source
- Soybean Protein
- Sunflower Protein
- Pea Protein
- Dry
- Liquid
- Poultry Feed
- Aquaculture Feed
- Pet Food
North America
- U.S.
- Canada
- UK
- Germany
- France
- Spain
- Italy
- Rest of Europe
- China
- India
- Japan
- Australia
- South Korea
- Rest of Asia Pacific
- Brazil
- Mexico
- Rest of Latin America
- Saudi Arabia
- South Africa
- Rest of Middle East & Africa
- Historical year – 2022
- Base year – 2023
- Forecast period – 2024 to 2032
- Market Estimates & Forecast for 10 years from 2022 to 2032.
- Annualized revenues and regional level analysis for each market segment.
- Detailed analysis of geographical landscape with Country level analysis of major regions.
- Competitive landscape with information on major players in the market.
- Analysis of key business strategies and recommendations on future market approach.
- Analysis of competitive structure of the market.
- Demand side and supply side analysis of the market.
CHAPTER 1. GLOBAL ANIMAL FEED PLANT BASED PROTEIN ISOLATE MARKET EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
1.1. Global Animal Feed Plant Based Protein Isolate Market Size & Forecast (2022 2032)
1.2. Regional Summary
1.3. Segmental Summary
1.3.1. By Source (Soybean Protein, Sunflower Protein, Pea Protein)
1.3.2. By Form (Dry, Liquid)
1.3.3. By Application (Poultry Feed, Aquaculture Feed, Pet Food)
1.4. Key Trends
1.5. Recession Impact
1.6. Analyst Recommendation & Conclusion
CHAPTER 2. GLOBAL ANIMAL FEED PLANT BASED PROTEIN ISOLATE MARKET DEFINITION AND RESEARCH ASSUMPTIONS
2.1. Research Objective
2.2. Market Definition
2.3. Research Assumptions
2.3.1. Inclusion & Exclusion
2.3.2. Limitations
2.3.3. Supply Side Analysis
2.3.3.1. Availability
2.3.3.2. Infrastructure
2.3.3.3. Regulatory Environment
2.3.3.4. Market Competition
2.3.3.5. Economic Viability (Producer’s Perspective)
2.3.4. Demand Side Analysis
2.3.4.1. Regulatory Frameworks
2.3.4.2. Technological Advancements
2.3.4.3. Environmental Considerations
2.3.4.4. Producer Awareness & Acceptance
2.4. Estimation Methodology
2.5. Years Considered for the Study
2.6. Currency Conversion Rates
CHAPTER 3. GLOBAL ANIMAL FEED PLANT BASED PROTEIN ISOLATE MARKET DYNAMICS
3.1. Market Drivers
3.1.1. Rising demand for sustainable and allergen free protein alternatives
3.1.2. Increasing focus on precision nutrition and feed efficiency
3.1.3. Favorable regulatory environment for plant based feed ingredients
3.2. Market Challenges
3.2.1. Volatility in raw material prices and supply chain disruptions
3.2.2. Complex extraction and processing techniques
3.3. Market Opportunities
3.3.1. Technological innovations in enzymatic hydrolysis and membrane filtration
3.3.2. Expansion into emerging markets with growing livestock populations
3.3.3. Strategic collaborations for product development and sustainability
CHAPTER 4. GLOBAL ANIMAL FEED PLANT BASED PROTEIN ISOLATE MARKET INDUSTRY ANALYSIS
4.1. Porter’s 5 Force Model
4.1.1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
4.1.2. Bargaining Power of Buyers
4.1.3. Threat of New Entrants
4.1.4. Threat of Substitutes
4.1.5. Competitive Rivalry
4.1.6. Futuristic Approach to Porter’s 5 Force Model
4.1.7. Porter’s 5 Force Impact Analysis
4.2. PESTEL Analysis
4.2.1. Political
4.2.2. Economical
4.2.3. Social
4.2.4. Technological
4.2.5. Environmental
4.2.6. Legal
4.3. Top Investment Opportunity
4.4. Top Winning Strategies
4.5. Disruptive Trends
4.6. Industry Expert Perspective
4.7. Analyst Recommendation & Conclusion
CHAPTER 5. GLOBAL ANIMAL FEED PLANT BASED PROTEIN ISOLATE MARKET SIZE & FORECASTS BY SOURCE 2022 2032
5.1. Segment Dashboard
5.2. Market: Source Revenue Trend Analysis, 2022 & 2032 (USD Billion)
5.2.1. Soybean Protein
5.2.2. Sunflower Protein
5.2.3. Pea Protein
CHAPTER 6. GLOBAL ANIMAL FEED PLANT BASED PROTEIN ISOLATE MARKET SIZE & FORECASTS BY FORM 2022 2032
6.1. Segment Dashboard
6.2. Market: Form Revenue Trend Analysis, 2022 & 2032 (USD Billion)
6.2.1. Dry
6.2.2. Liquid
CHAPTER 7. GLOBAL ANIMAL FEED PLANT BASED PROTEIN ISOLATE MARKET SIZE & FORECASTS BY APPLICATION 2022 2032
7.1. Segment Dashboard
7.2. Market: Application Revenue Trend Analysis, 2022 & 2032 (USD Billion)
7.2.1. Poultry Feed
7.2.2. Aquaculture Feed
7.2.3. Pet Food
CHAPTER 8. COMPETITIVE INTELLIGENCE
8.1. Key Company SWOT Analysis
8.1.1. Cargill, Incorporated
8.1.2. DuPont de Nemours, Inc.
8.1.3. Roquette Frиres
8.2. Top Market Strategies
8.3. Company Profiles
8.3.1. Cargill, Incorporated
8.3.1.1. Key Information
8.3.1.2. Overview
8.3.1.3. Financial (Subject to Data Availability)
8.3.1.4. Product Summary
8.3.1.5. Market Strategies
8.3.2. DuPont de Nemours, Inc.
8.3.3. Roquette Frиres
8.3.4. Ingredion Incorporated
8.3.5. Glanbia plc
8.3.6. Kerry Group plc
8.3.7. Archer Daniels Midland Company (ADM)
8.3.8. Burcon NutraScience Corporation
8.3.9. Axiom Foods, Inc.
8.3.10. Batory Foods
8.3.11. BENEO GmbH
8.3.12. Sotexpro SA
8.3.13. Emsland Group
8.3.14. Vestkorn Milling AS
8.3.15. Charoen Pokphand Foods Public Company Limited
CHAPTER 9. RESEARCH PROCESS
9.1. Research Process
9.1.1. Data Mining
9.1.2. Analysis
9.1.3. Market Estimation
9.1.4. Validation
9.1.5. Publishing
9.2. Research Attributes
1.1. Global Animal Feed Plant Based Protein Isolate Market Size & Forecast (2022 2032)
1.2. Regional Summary
1.3. Segmental Summary
1.3.1. By Source (Soybean Protein, Sunflower Protein, Pea Protein)
1.3.2. By Form (Dry, Liquid)
1.3.3. By Application (Poultry Feed, Aquaculture Feed, Pet Food)
1.4. Key Trends
1.5. Recession Impact
1.6. Analyst Recommendation & Conclusion
CHAPTER 2. GLOBAL ANIMAL FEED PLANT BASED PROTEIN ISOLATE MARKET DEFINITION AND RESEARCH ASSUMPTIONS
2.1. Research Objective
2.2. Market Definition
2.3. Research Assumptions
2.3.1. Inclusion & Exclusion
2.3.2. Limitations
2.3.3. Supply Side Analysis
2.3.3.1. Availability
2.3.3.2. Infrastructure
2.3.3.3. Regulatory Environment
2.3.3.4. Market Competition
2.3.3.5. Economic Viability (Producer’s Perspective)
2.3.4. Demand Side Analysis
2.3.4.1. Regulatory Frameworks
2.3.4.2. Technological Advancements
2.3.4.3. Environmental Considerations
2.3.4.4. Producer Awareness & Acceptance
2.4. Estimation Methodology
2.5. Years Considered for the Study
2.6. Currency Conversion Rates
CHAPTER 3. GLOBAL ANIMAL FEED PLANT BASED PROTEIN ISOLATE MARKET DYNAMICS
3.1. Market Drivers
3.1.1. Rising demand for sustainable and allergen free protein alternatives
3.1.2. Increasing focus on precision nutrition and feed efficiency
3.1.3. Favorable regulatory environment for plant based feed ingredients
3.2. Market Challenges
3.2.1. Volatility in raw material prices and supply chain disruptions
3.2.2. Complex extraction and processing techniques
3.3. Market Opportunities
3.3.1. Technological innovations in enzymatic hydrolysis and membrane filtration
3.3.2. Expansion into emerging markets with growing livestock populations
3.3.3. Strategic collaborations for product development and sustainability
CHAPTER 4. GLOBAL ANIMAL FEED PLANT BASED PROTEIN ISOLATE MARKET INDUSTRY ANALYSIS
4.1. Porter’s 5 Force Model
4.1.1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
4.1.2. Bargaining Power of Buyers
4.1.3. Threat of New Entrants
4.1.4. Threat of Substitutes
4.1.5. Competitive Rivalry
4.1.6. Futuristic Approach to Porter’s 5 Force Model
4.1.7. Porter’s 5 Force Impact Analysis
4.2. PESTEL Analysis
4.2.1. Political
4.2.2. Economical
4.2.3. Social
4.2.4. Technological
4.2.5. Environmental
4.2.6. Legal
4.3. Top Investment Opportunity
4.4. Top Winning Strategies
4.5. Disruptive Trends
4.6. Industry Expert Perspective
4.7. Analyst Recommendation & Conclusion
CHAPTER 5. GLOBAL ANIMAL FEED PLANT BASED PROTEIN ISOLATE MARKET SIZE & FORECASTS BY SOURCE 2022 2032
5.1. Segment Dashboard
5.2. Market: Source Revenue Trend Analysis, 2022 & 2032 (USD Billion)
5.2.1. Soybean Protein
5.2.2. Sunflower Protein
5.2.3. Pea Protein
CHAPTER 6. GLOBAL ANIMAL FEED PLANT BASED PROTEIN ISOLATE MARKET SIZE & FORECASTS BY FORM 2022 2032
6.1. Segment Dashboard
6.2. Market: Form Revenue Trend Analysis, 2022 & 2032 (USD Billion)
6.2.1. Dry
6.2.2. Liquid
CHAPTER 7. GLOBAL ANIMAL FEED PLANT BASED PROTEIN ISOLATE MARKET SIZE & FORECASTS BY APPLICATION 2022 2032
7.1. Segment Dashboard
7.2. Market: Application Revenue Trend Analysis, 2022 & 2032 (USD Billion)
7.2.1. Poultry Feed
7.2.2. Aquaculture Feed
7.2.3. Pet Food
CHAPTER 8. COMPETITIVE INTELLIGENCE
8.1. Key Company SWOT Analysis
8.1.1. Cargill, Incorporated
8.1.2. DuPont de Nemours, Inc.
8.1.3. Roquette Frиres
8.2. Top Market Strategies
8.3. Company Profiles
8.3.1. Cargill, Incorporated
8.3.1.1. Key Information
8.3.1.2. Overview
8.3.1.3. Financial (Subject to Data Availability)
8.3.1.4. Product Summary
8.3.1.5. Market Strategies
8.3.2. DuPont de Nemours, Inc.
8.3.3. Roquette Frиres
8.3.4. Ingredion Incorporated
8.3.5. Glanbia plc
8.3.6. Kerry Group plc
8.3.7. Archer Daniels Midland Company (ADM)
8.3.8. Burcon NutraScience Corporation
8.3.9. Axiom Foods, Inc.
8.3.10. Batory Foods
8.3.11. BENEO GmbH
8.3.12. Sotexpro SA
8.3.13. Emsland Group
8.3.14. Vestkorn Milling AS
8.3.15. Charoen Pokphand Foods Public Company Limited
CHAPTER 9. RESEARCH PROCESS
9.1. Research Process
9.1.1. Data Mining
9.1.2. Analysis
9.1.3. Market Estimation
9.1.4. Validation
9.1.5. Publishing
9.2. Research Attributes
LIST OF TABLES
TABLE?1. Global Animal Feed Plant Based Protein Isolate Market, Report Scope
TABLE?2. Global Animal Feed Plant Based Protein Isolate Market Estimates & Forecasts by Region 2022 2032 (USD Billion)
TABLE?3. Global Animal Feed Plant Based Protein Isolate Market Estimates & Forecasts by Source 2022 2032 (USD Billion)
TABLE?4. Global Animal Feed Plant Based Protein Isolate Market Estimates & Forecasts by Form 2022 2032 (USD Billion)
TABLE?5. Global Animal Feed Plant Based Protein Isolate Market Estimates & Forecasts by Application 2022 2032 (USD Billion)
TABLE?6. Global Animal Feed Plant Based Protein Isolate Market by Segment, Estimates & Forecasts, 2022 2032 (USD Billion)
TABLE?7. U.S. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2022 2032 (USD Billion)
TABLE?8. U.S. Market Estimates & Forecasts by Segment 2022 2032 (USD Billion)
TABLE?9. Canada Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2022 2032 (USD Billion)
TABLE?10. UK Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2022 2032 (USD Billion)
TABLE?11. Germany Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2022 2032 (USD Billion)
TABLE?12. France Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2022 2032 (USD Billion)
TABLE?13. Spain Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2022 2032 (USD Billion)
TABLE?14. Italy Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2022 2032 (USD Billion)
TABLE?15. Rest of Europe Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2022 2032 (USD Billion)
TABLE?16. China Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2022 2032 (USD Billion)
TABLE?17. India Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2022 2032 (USD Billion)
TABLE?18. Japan Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2022 2032 (USD Billion)
TABLE?19. Australia Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2022 2032 (USD Billion)
TABLE?20. South Korea Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2022 2032 (USD Billion)
TABLE?21. Rest of Asia Pacific Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2022 2032 (USD Billion)
TABLE?22. Brazil Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2022 2032 (USD Billion)
TABLE?23. Mexico Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2022 2032 (USD Billion)
TABLE?24. Rest of Latin America Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2022 2032 (USD Billion)
TABLE?25. Saudi Arabia Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2022 2032 (USD Billion)
TABLE?26. South Africa Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2022 2032 (USD Billion)
TABLE?27. Rest of Middle East & Africa Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2022 2032 (USD Billion)
TABLE?1. Global Animal Feed Plant Based Protein Isolate Market, Report Scope
TABLE?2. Global Animal Feed Plant Based Protein Isolate Market Estimates & Forecasts by Region 2022 2032 (USD Billion)
TABLE?3. Global Animal Feed Plant Based Protein Isolate Market Estimates & Forecasts by Source 2022 2032 (USD Billion)
TABLE?4. Global Animal Feed Plant Based Protein Isolate Market Estimates & Forecasts by Form 2022 2032 (USD Billion)
TABLE?5. Global Animal Feed Plant Based Protein Isolate Market Estimates & Forecasts by Application 2022 2032 (USD Billion)
TABLE?6. Global Animal Feed Plant Based Protein Isolate Market by Segment, Estimates & Forecasts, 2022 2032 (USD Billion)
TABLE?7. U.S. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2022 2032 (USD Billion)
TABLE?8. U.S. Market Estimates & Forecasts by Segment 2022 2032 (USD Billion)
TABLE?9. Canada Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2022 2032 (USD Billion)
TABLE?10. UK Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2022 2032 (USD Billion)
TABLE?11. Germany Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2022 2032 (USD Billion)
TABLE?12. France Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2022 2032 (USD Billion)
TABLE?13. Spain Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2022 2032 (USD Billion)
TABLE?14. Italy Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2022 2032 (USD Billion)
TABLE?15. Rest of Europe Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2022 2032 (USD Billion)
TABLE?16. China Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2022 2032 (USD Billion)
TABLE?17. India Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2022 2032 (USD Billion)
TABLE?18. Japan Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2022 2032 (USD Billion)
TABLE?19. Australia Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2022 2032 (USD Billion)
TABLE?20. South Korea Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2022 2032 (USD Billion)
TABLE?21. Rest of Asia Pacific Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2022 2032 (USD Billion)
TABLE?22. Brazil Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2022 2032 (USD Billion)
TABLE?23. Mexico Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2022 2032 (USD Billion)
TABLE?24. Rest of Latin America Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2022 2032 (USD Billion)
TABLE?25. Saudi Arabia Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2022 2032 (USD Billion)
TABLE?26. South Africa Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2022 2032 (USD Billion)
TABLE?27. Rest of Middle East & Africa Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2022 2032 (USD Billion)
