The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is an important market for animal feed due to its significant livestock and poultry farming industry. With a rapidly growing population and increasing demand for meat and dairy products, the UAE animal feed market is expected to continue its growth trajectory in the coming years. The market is driven by several factors, including the growing demand for meat and dairy products, the expansion of livestock and poultry farming, and the increasing use of high-quality feed to improve animal health and productivity. Poultry feed by livestock type is highest in demand, driven by the demand for poultry meat products by consumers. The rising population further boosts the demand for poultry meat, but the rising feed prices hamper the market's growth. Since poultry meat is the cheapest form of meat available, consumers' consumption is high.

Increased demand for organic feed and industrial livestock production further augments the market's growth. Poultry requires a lot of protein, fats, and calcium, which poultry by-products and fish meals provide. Further, the increased belief of consumers to include more protein in their diet on a regular basis is driving the demand for poultry meat, which correspondingly creates more demand for poultry feed by poultry farms. The UAE animal feed market features a diverse range of key players, encompassing both domestic companies and international corporations that contribute significantly to the sector's growth. Major players include Cargill Inc., known for its extensive portfolio of animal nutrition products, and Alltech Inc., which specializes in innovative feed additives and nutritional solutions. According to the research report, "United Arab Emirates Animal Feed Market Research Report, 2029," published by Actual Market Research, the United Arab Emirates Animal Feed market is anticipated to add to more than USD 200 Million by 2024–29.

The market in the UAE is driven by several factors, including the growing demand for meat and dairy products, the expansion of livestock and poultry farming, and the increasing use of high-quality feed to improve animal health and productivity. The UAE government has also been supporting the development of the animal feed industry by providing subsidies to farmers and investing in research and development. Despite the growth potential of the UAE animal feed market, there are some challenges to be addressed, including the high cost of raw materials such as corn and soybean meal, the limited availability of arable land, and the stringent regulations on the use of antibiotics and other feed additives. One of the key trends in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Animal Feed Industry is the increasing demand for organic and natural feed products. Consumers are becoming more aware of the health benefits of organic and natural food products, and this trend is expected to continue. Other trends include the use of alternative feed sources such as algae, insects, and single-cell protein, which can be produced sustainably and cost-effectively.

The UAE animal feed market presents several opportunities for businesses, including the development of innovative feed products that meet the changing demands of consumers and farmers. There is also a growing demand for feed additives such as enzymes, amino acids, and probiotics that can improve animal health and productivity. Technological advancements in feed production are also creating avenues for growth. Innovations such as precision nutrition, which tailors feed formulations to the specific needs of animals, can enhance feed efficiency and improve livestock health. Additionally, the incorporation of alternative protein sources, such as insect meal and algae, is gaining traction as a sustainable solution to traditional feed ingredients. This diversification not only addresses environmental concerns but also reduces.The UAE animal feed market is segmented by livestock type, with key categories including cattle feed, poultry feed, pig feed, aqua feed, and others.

Cattle Feed is significant in the UAE, primarily due to the country's focus on dairy production. Cattle are often fed specially grown grass along with nutrient-rich supplements to enhance milk yield. However, the overall market share for cattle feed is smaller compared to poultry and aqua feeds. Poultry Feed dominates the market, accounting for nearly 95% of the animal feed consumption in the UAE. This high demand is driven by the increasing consumption of poultry meat and eggs, particularly in urban areas. Most poultry farms are concentrated in Abu Dhabi, which produces around 70% of the country’s poultry products.

The government has invested significantly in expanding poultry farming to meet this growing demand. Pig Feed has a limited market presence in the UAE due to cultural dietary restrictions against pork consumption. Aqua Feed is also gaining traction as aquaculture becomes increasingly commercialized. The rising demand for seafood contributes to the growth of this segment, with various feed formulations tailored for different aquatic species.Cereals by ingredient type are rich in starch content and are highly preferred to feed animals. Every grain or cereal varies in its nutritional content and digestive anatomy of the animal. Starch that is completely digested before the end of the small intestine (SI) provides the maximum amount of glucose from the grain to support growth.

Barely, corn, oats, and rye are entirely used as animal feed and only small amounts are used for human consumption. These grains and cereals might be fed in whole or compound form, mixed with other bi-products or oils, minerals or vitamins to form a complete meal for animals. The produced cereals are stored after drying to reduce moisture levels and preserve them for the full year. Since some are seasonal grains, they need to be produced for the whole year and stored to meet the demands. Production is highly influenced by particular crop failures, droughts, or climatic conditions.Animal feed Pellets are made from corn, bean pulp, straw, rice husk, and other cereals and grains for different animals. They have comprehensive nutrition, improve digestibility of feed, decrease picky eaters of animals and are easy to store and transport.

The pellets often contain grease as they provide oxidation and hydrolysis. Oxidation helps to convert unsaturated fats into saturated fats when the feed pellets have improper fats as it is easy to hydrolyse. The quality of pellets can be defined by the repeated handling, bagging, transportation, and storage feed lines without much damage or fine particles. However, the pellet quality and efficiency depend on the raw materials used, like corn and soy lack the ability to achieve good pellet quality, while that of wheat increases pellet durability because of high protein content and hemi-cellulose in contrast to corn and soy products. The UAE animal feed market is heavily reliant on imports for raw materials due to its climatic conditions, which are unfavorable for producing grains like wheat, barley, rice, and corn. As a result, the UAE imports these grains from other countries, with the government encouraging free trade by exempting them from import duties to promote the UAE as a regional trade center for the GCC Council.

Plant-based ingredients, particularly cereals, are the most commonly used in animal feed in the UAE. However, the demand for feed additives is expected to grow due to rising animal diseases. The UAE feed additives market has been exhibiting substantial growth in recent years due to the setting up of new feed mills and the expansion of existing ones.However, COVID-19 has caused some problems and changes in the feed industry, like many other industries, and the United Arab Emirates feed industry is no exception. It had a negative impact due to disruptions in supply chain activities caused by global trade restrictions. A sharp drop in demand for restaurant meals and an increase in demand for grocery store food, combined with certain challenges in reorienting meat supply networks, resulted in a surge in retail meat prices and occasional grocery store stock-outs of specific meat products. Lower demand for cattle and supplies of beef and pork resulted from the drop in demand.Considered in this report:• Geography: United Arab Emirates• Base year: 2023• Estimated year: 2024• Forecast year: 2029Aspects covered in this report• United Arab Emirates animal feed market with its value and forecast along with its segments• Various drivers and challenges• On-going trends and developments• Top profiled companies• Strategic recommendationBy Ingredient:• Cereals• By Products• Cakes & Meal• Supplements• OthersBy Livestock:• Cattle Feed• Poultry Feed• Pig Feed• Aqua Feed• OthersBy Form:• Pellet• Mash• Crumbles• Cubes and CakesBy Source:• Plant-based• Animal-basedThe approach of the report:This report consists of a combined approach of primary as well as secondary research.

Initially, secondary research was used to get an understanding of the market and listing out the companies that are present in the market. The secondary research consists of third party sources such as press releases, annual report of companies, analysing the government generated reports and databases. After gathering the data from secondary sources primary research was conducted by making telephonic interviews with the leading players about how the market is functioning and then conducted trade calls with dealers and distributors of the market. Post this we have started doing primary calls to consumers by equally segmenting consumers in regional aspects, tier aspects, age group, and gender. Once we have primary data with us we have started verifying the details obtained from secondary sources.Intended audienceThis report can be useful to industry consultants, manufacturers, suppliers, associations & organizations related to Animal Feed Industry, government bodies and other stakeholders to align their market-centric strategies. In addition to marketing & presentations, it will also increase competitive knowledge about the industry..