Tuesday, September 15, 2020

Probiotics in Animal Feed Market Projected to Garner Significant Revenues by 2025

The report "Probiotics in Animal Feed Market by Livestock (Poultry, Ruminants, Swine, Aquaculture, Pets), Source (Bacteria [Lactobacilli, Streptococcus Thermophilus, Bifidobacteria] and Yeast & Fungi), Form (Dry and Liquid), and Region - Global Forecast to 2025", The global probiotics in animal feed market is estimated to be valued at USD 4.6 billion in 2019 and is projected to reach about USD 7.0 billion by 2025, at a CAGR of 7.4%. The growth of this market is attributed to the rise in demand for functional animal feed products in emerging economies such as Asia Pacific and RoW.

Driver: Growth in consumption of animal-based products

Several changes have been witnessed regarding the dietary habits and consumption patterns of the population, wherein a shift has been observed toward the increased consumption of meat and dairy products. This increase in the demand for various animal products such as milk, dairy products, meat products, eggs, and other non-food items has led to the growth in the usage of feed additives, thereby boosting the probiotics in animal feed market growth. The rapid growth in population has also increased the demand for food all over the world.

The livestock sector is under significant pressure to meet the growing global demand for high-value animal products. Consumers are becoming health-conscious and are focusing on nutrition-rich diets, which are provided by enriched feed products offered to the livestock. Livestock products such as meat, milk, and eggs are rich sources of micronutrients such as iron, zinc, and vitamins. The demand for probiotics in animal feed has increased due to the health benefits associated with the consumption of probiotics. They help in maintaining the microbial flora in the intestinal tract of animals and in enhancing the resistance against pathogens by improving their immune system. They also aid in the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome, inflammatory bowel disease, infectious diarrhea, and antibiotic-related diarrhea. This helps animals to derive maximum nutrition from the feed, which in turn increases the quality of animal products.

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The aquaculture segment is estimated to witness the fastest growth in the probiotics in animal feed market in 2019

By livestock, the probiotics in animal feed market is segmented into poultry, ruminants, swine, aquaculture, pets, and others (equine and rabbits). There is an increase in demand for probiotics in the feed for aquaculture due to an increase in demand for dietary animal protein. Many breeders are also developing probiotics that could cater to the all-round growth and development of aquatic animals.

The dry segment, by form, held a larger market share in the probiotics in animal feed market in 2018

By form, the probiotics in animal feed market is segmented into dry and liquid forms. The dry form of probiotics in animal feed held a larger market share in 2018 due to factors such as lower storage cost for feed manufacturers and longer shelf-life of feed products, as opposed to liquid probiotics, which have a high moisture content that leads to uncontrolled culturing, which ultimately affects the quality of the feed.

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The Asia Pacific region is projected to dominate the market through the forecast period

In 2018, the Asia Pacific region led the global probiotics in animal feed market. Factors such as a large livestock base, high meat consumption, and increasing consumer awareness about the positive impact of probiotics on animal health are driving the Asia Pacific market. Some of the countries contributing to the growth of this region include China, India, Japan, Australia, and New Zealand.

This report includes a study on the marketing and development strategies, along with a study on the product portfolios of the leading companies operating in the probiotics in animal feed market. It includes the profiles of leading companies such as Chr. Hansen (Denmark), Koninklijke DSM N.V. (Netherlands), DowDuPont (US), Evonik Industries (Germany), Land OLakes (US). Other players include Lallemand (Canada), Bluestar Adisseo Co. (China), Lesaffre (France), Alltech (US), Novozymes (Denmark), Calpis Co., Ltd. (Japan), Schouw & Co. (Denmark), Unique Biotech (India), Pure Cultures (US), Kerry (Ireland), and Mitsui & Co., Ltd. (Japan).

Sustainable Growth Opportunities in the Blood Meal Market

The blood meal market is estimated to account for a value of USD 1.8 billion in 2019 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 3.0% from 2019, to reach a value of USD 2.1 billion by 2025. The rise in disposable incomes, urbanization, and increased demand for animal proteins in the Asia Pacific countries is projected to drive the blood meal market in the coming years. In addition, increasing consumption of livestock products such as meat, eggs, and milk in the US, is projected to drive the blood meal market in North America.



The poultry feed segment is projected to be the largest revenue contributor in the blood meal market during the forecast period.

Poultry blood is one of the most preferred raw materials that is used for the production of blood meal. By source, the poultry feed segment is the largest segment in the global blood meal market, in terms of volume. Consumption of poultry blood is increasing in the emerging countries of the Asia Pacific and South America. This is projected to increase the number of animal slaughter in these regions, thus increasing the blood meal production in these regions.


The porcine feed segment is projected to record the fastest growth during the forecast period.

Blood meal is high in crude protein and is commonly used as a protein source in diets for porcine. In growing pigs, blood meal partially replaces soybean meal in maize- and soybean-based diets. Feeding growing pigs with fermented blood meal, in combination with molasses, allows the same feed intake, growth, and feed conversion efficiency as soybean meal. Dried blood meal is commonly used as a high-quality protein source in nursery pig diets. Thus, the porcine feed segment in the blood meal market is projected to record the fastest growth during the forecast period.

The expansion of the feed industry due to the rise in population is projected to drive the blood meal market in Asia Pacific

The Asia Pacific blood meal market is driven by the increase in disposable incomes, rise in urbanization, and expansion of the feed industry. The Asia Pacific region witnesses the presence of major revenue generating countries such as China and Vietnam. These countries witness high consumption of meat products such as pork and are ranked among the largest producers of feed at a global level. These factors are projected to drive the blood mal market in the coming years in the region.

Key players identified in this market include Darling Ingredients Inc (US), Terramar (Chile), Valley proteins Inc. (US), West Coast Reduction Ltd. (US), and Allana Group (India). These companies have a strong presence in North America and Europe. They also have manufacturing facilities along with strong distribution networks across these regions.

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Key questions addressed by the report:
  • What are the new application areas for blood meal that companies are exploring?
  • Which are the key players in the blood meal market and how intense is the competition?
  • What kind of competitors and stakeholders such as blood meal companies, would be interested in this market? What will be their go-to-market strategy for this market, and which emerging market will be of significant interest?
  • How are the current R&D activities and M&A’s in the blood meal market projected to create a disrupting environment in the coming years?
  • What will be the level of impact on the revenues of stakeholders due to the benefits of blood meal to different stakeholders‒‒from rising revenue, environmental regulatory compliance, to sustainable profits for the suppliers?

Pest Control Market Growth by Emerging Trends, Analysis, & Forecast to 2025

MarketsandMarkets forecasts the pest control market to grow from USD 20.5 billion in 2019 to USD 27.5 billion by 2025, at a CAGR of 5% during the forecast period. The market is primarily driven by chemical pest control techniques due to the high demand for insecticide solutions across the globe by service providers. The increasing awareness of public health has compelled the people to adopt pest control services on a regular basis at residential and commercial levels. The objective of the report is to define, describe, and forecast the pest control market size based on pest type, control method, mode of application, application, and region.



By control method, the chemicals segment dominated the pest control market in 2018.

Chemical pesticides, which are toxic or poisonous to the pests, are used for pest control in Asia Pacific. The use of chemical pesticides is widespread due to their relatively low cost, simplicity of application, effectiveness, availability, and stability. These factors, coupled with the growing economic conditions across Asia, encourage the adoption of chemicals to a larger extent. Chemical pesticides are generally fast-acting, which helps minimize their impact on the surrounding environment. Local agencies are adopting new technologies in deploying chemical solutions, including the use of drone-based sprays, to maximize the area to be covered.

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Insects are the major pest type driving the growth in the Asia Pacific pest control market during the forecast

The climate across the Asia Pacific, especially in Southeast and Western Asia, is conducive for the breeding of many insects. Warmer temperatures are generally the breeding grounds for insects, supporting their faster development and prolonged survival. Termites and mosquitoes are among the major pests in the Asia Pacific region and are expected to fuel the demand for insect pest control products and services during the forecast period. The demand for rodent control in Asia Pacific is also gaining prominence in the wake of the stringent regulations and safety standards in the commercial sector. Rodents are also a major problem in the Asia Pacific market. Countries such as China, India, and Japan are witnessing large-scale rodent infestation in the urban and rural areas. The rodent infestation in the region can be traced to a multitude of factors such as flooding, urban expansion, lack of hygiene conditions and open drains.

Asia Pacific region is projected to witness the highest growth in the pest control market by 2025.

The Asia Pacific region is among the fastest-growing regions for pest control. The region’s high concentration of urban population and urbanization poses a strong potential for pest control service providers. The effects of climate change and in certain cases, the negligence toward sanitary conditions in urban slums has resulted in multiple disease outbreaks. Improvements in legislation and policies surrounding the requirement of pest control have benefitted pest control service providers in the Asia Pacific region. Additionally, the region has also been susceptible to many pest-borne disease outbreaks in the last two decades. From the last quarter of 2015, there has been a significant number of cases related to Zika virus in the region. Zika virus is a mosquito-transmitted Flavivirus and has been detected in several countries in the Asia Pacific region, which include Thailand, the Philippines, Malaysia, Vietnam, and Indonesia. According to a WHO report (October 2016), the Asia Pacific region is highly likely to continue to report new cases and possibly new outbreaks of Zika virus. Thus, with increasing outbreaks of diseases due to insects, the demand for pest control services is projected to increase in the region.

The key service providers in this market include Terminix (US), Ecolab (US), Atalian Servest (France), Truly Nolen (US), Rollins Inc. (US), Rentokil Initial Plc (UK), and Ecolab (US). The pesticide suppliers in the pest control market include Bayer CropScience (Germany), BASF (Germany), Syngenta AG (Switzerland), Sumitomo Chemicals Co. Ltd. (Japan), Adama (Israel), FMC Corporation (US), DowDuPont (US), PelGar International (UK), and Bell Laboratories (US).

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Recent Developments:
  • In March 2019, DowDuPont confirmed the completion of the required clearances for the spin-off for Corteva Agrisciences (US) which would operate as a separate company under the conglomerate.
  • In January 2019, Control Solutions Inc. (US), a wholly owned subsidiary of Adama, acquired Bondie Products Inc. (US). The acquisition is expected to benefit CSI through the access of Bondie’s portfolio of pest control products and customer base.
  • In October 2018, Bell Laboratories launched Contrac Soft bait 4lb pails, for the US market following the success of its 16lb pails. The new product is expected to ease mobility concerns for service technicians on the field as well as ease inventory management for service providers.

Biostimulants Market to Record Steady Growth by 2025

The report Biostimulants Market by Active Ingredient (Humic Substances, Amino Acids, Seaweed Extracts, Microbial Amendments), Crop Type (Fruits & Vegetables, Cereals, Turf & Ornamentals), Application Method, Form, and Region – Global Forecast to 2025″, The market for biostimulants is projected to reach USD 4.9 billion by 2025, at a CAGR of 11.24% during the forecast period. It is driven by seaweed extract-based biostimulants, abundant growth in seaweed cultivation near major biostimulant markets, and rise in their adoption by key players in biostimulant formulations.




On the basis of active ingredient, the amino acids segment has been estimated to occupy the major share, in terms of value, in 2019.

Price differences in active ingredients is a major factor, due to which, the amino acids segment is projected to remain dominant in the market, in terms of value. In terms of volume, the dosage rate plays an integral role in the effectiveness of biostimulants. Since the dosage rate of humic substances is much higher in comparison, as they are mostly preferred for foliar applications, they dominate the market, in terms of volume, in 2018. Earlier, biostimulant products were majorly offered as a single active ingredient, which imparted specific functions such as stress tolerance or enhancement of crop quality. However, due to intense research on this market, formulations for blending multiple active ingredients have been developed by players such as Valagro (Italy).


The increasing awareness of nutritional benefits associated with biostimulants and their application on broad-acre crops have widened the scope of growth within the biostimulants market.

The usage of biostimulants has evolved immensely from high-value crops such as fruits & vegetables to broad-acre crops such as cereals, pulses, and fiber crops. It has been observed that biostimulants enhance the uptake of nutrients, develop tolerance to abiotic stresses, and increase the vigor and yield of crops such as wheat, rice, and barley. The immense possibility in the application of biostimulants for these broad-acre crops can lead to the significant growth of this market. Many domestic manufacturers have begun to realize the prospective demand in the coming years, with several launches targeted on crops such as rice, corn, and wheat.

With the introduction of stringent regulations, Europe is estimated to dominate the biostimulants market in 2019.

The biostimulants market in Europe is driven by the adoption of modern agricultural technology such as precision farming, plant biotechnology, and organic-based active ingredients. The increasing awareness of consumers about the benefits of biostimulants is expected to contribute to market growth. Moreover, the European legislation is in the process of recognizing biostimulants as important plant nutrition, and have paved the way toward a regulated environment for these products. Moreover, biostimulant products were initially applied only on high-value crops such as fruits and vegetables in Europe. However, the industrial importance has transformed some broad-acre crops such as corn and wheat into high-value crops, resulting in the increased use of biostimulants for these crops.

This report includes a study of the development strategies of leading companies. The scope of this report includes a detailed study of biostimulant manufacturers such as BASF (Germany), Isagro (Italy), Valagro (Italy), Bayer (Germany), Italpollina (Italy), and UPL (India).


Key questions addressed by the report:
  • How would the biostimulants market be dependent on the biologicals and crop nutrition industries, and which crop type would adopt maximum usage of biostimulants?
  • Which region will account for the highest share in the biostimulants market?
  • Which active ingredient of biostimulants holds high potential for growth in each key country?
  • What are the trends and factors responsible for influencing the adoption rate of biostimulants in key emerging countries? What is the level of support offered by the governments across these countries to the manufacturers?
  • Which are the key players in the market and how intense is the competition?

Monday, September 14, 2020

Plasma Feed Market Growth Opportunities by 2025

The report Plasma Feed Market by Source (Porcine, Bovine, and Others), Application (Swine Feed, Pet Food, Aquafeed, and Others (Includes Ruminant and Poultry Feed)), Region (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and Rest of the World) – Global Forecast to 2025″, The plasma feed market is projected to reach USD 2.9 billion by 2025, from USD 2.1 billion in 2019, at a CAGR of 5.7% during the forecast period. The use of animal-derived plasma proteins as the replacement for antibiotics in feed drives the market for plasma feed.



Based on the source, the porcine segment is projected to be the larger contributor to the plasma feed market during the forecast period

The plasma feed market has been segmented, based on source, into porcine, bovine, and others, which includes sheep, goat, and poultry. The market for porcine plasma feed is projected to record a higher market share between 2019 and 2025. Porcine blood meal offers various health benefits to animals and is used significantly in poultry and porcine feed. For instance, as per the National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI), “pigs fed diets containing porcine plasma had greater average daily feed intake (ADFI) and average daily growth (ADG).”


Plasma feed is projected to be used majorly in pet food during the forecast period

The major factor for the higher adoption of plasma feed in pet food is anticipated because the tendency of people to humanize pets and treat them like their family members has resulted in the high demand for better quality pet food. The trend for the use of natural and bioactive products is very prevalent in the pet food industry. This is attributed to factors such as the expansion of the pet population, customer attitudes toward their pets as companions or family. As per Darling Ingredients, one of the major brand engaged in the production of plasma feed products quoted that plasma protein is a natural and sustainable source for pet food. It has several advantages such as water binding capacity, emulsifying properties, and palatability, which in turn drives the market for plasma feed among pet food manufacturers.

The Asia Pacific is projected to dominate the plasma feed market by 2025.

The Asia Pacific accounted for the largest share in the global plasma feed market for in 2018, and the market is projected to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period. China is the major reason for the dominance of Asia Pacific in the global plasma feed market, wherein China is one of the largest consumer and producer of overall meat products. China accounted for the highest share in the number of pigs slaughtered in 2017, which makes it the dominant market for porcine-based plasma feed. The Asia Pacific region is projected to be the fastest-growing market for the period considered for this study. The region’s growing concentration of animal slaughtering and increased demand for animal-based food products poses a strong potential for plasma feed manufacturers.

This report includes a study of the development strategies, along with the product portfolios of leading companies such as Darling Ingredients Inc. (US), The Lauridsen Group Inc. (US), SARIA Group (Germany), Sera Scandia (Denmark), Lican Food (Chile), Puretein Agri LLC. (US), Veos Group (Belgium), Kraeber & Co Gmbh (Germany), Rocky Mountain Biologicals (US), Lihme Protein Solutions (Denmark), EcooFeed LLC (US), and FeedWorks (Australia).

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Critical questions the report answers:
  • Where will all these developments take the industry in the mid-to-long term?
  • What are the upcoming commercial prospects for the plasma feed market?
  • What is the impact of high capital investment on the plasma feed market?
  • What are the new technologies introduced in the plasma feed market?
  • What are the latest trends in the plasma feed market?

Latest Regulatory Trends Impacting the Food Processing & Handling Equipment Market

 The report Food Processing & Handling Equipment Market by Type (Food Processing Equipment, Food Packaging Equipment, and Food Service Equipment), Application, Form (Solid, Liquid, and Semi-Solid), and Region – Global Forecast to 2025″, The global food processing & handling equipment market is estimated to be valued at USD 137.2 billion in 2019 and is projected to reach USD 196.6 billion by 2025, growing at a CAGR of 6.2%. Advancements in the food processing & packaging equipment industry, innovation in processing technology, and continuous growth in the demand for processed food are some factors that are expected to support the growth of the food & beverage processing equipment market. With the growing preference for healthy food and functional foods, manufacturers are expected to adopt new equipment to fulfill the demand for healthy functional foods & beverages. The expansion of food manufacturing capacities and growth of the food processing industry in emerging economies are also expected to support the growth of the food processing & handling equipment market.



The food processing equipment segment is estimated to dominate the global market in 2019.

By equipment type, the market was dominated by the food processing equipment segment in 2018, in terms of value. Food companies are focusing on product innovations and providing efficient and advanced technologies to food producers who are demanding operationally advanced machinery to cater to the growing demand from the food industry. New technologies such as non-thermal processing are also being developed to support the manufacturing process by reducing production time, ingredient & food waste, and overall cost. The growing health awareness is driving the demand for healthy and convenience food products, which is also expected to drive the food processing & handling market in the food industry.


The bakery & confectionery products segment is estimated to account for the largest share in the market in 2019.

By application, the bakery & confectionery products segment is estimated to account for the largest share in the food processing & handling equipment market in 2019. Processing equipment such as industrial ovens, molders, formers, mixers, blenders, and cutters form an integral part of bakery & confectionery products manufacturing, and their high demand is mainly due to the highly fragmented bakery & confectionery market and high prevalence and demand for these products in both developed and developing countries. The demand for ultra-processed bakery products is high in developed countries such as the UK, Germany, the US, Canada, and Spain. These countries represent an established bakery industry and are experiencing a rise in the popularity of premium and innovative bakery products such as pastries, glazed & chocolate coated donuts, sugar & chocolate coated cookies, and chocolate pies. Such countries are focused on the production of bakery items to meet the increasing demand. This demand for bakery products is facilitating the increasing use of bakery processing equipment.

Asia Pacific is estimated to dominate the food processing & handling equipment market in 2019.

Asia Pacific is estimated to account for the largest market share in the food processing & handling equipment market in 2019. Key factors such as industrialization, growing middle-class population, rising disposable income, changing lifestyles, and the rising consumption of processing and packaged products are expected to drive the demand for food processing & handling equipment market during the forecast period. The increasing disposable incomes, growing population, busy lifestyles, and shift in the focus toward convenience foods and instantly processed foods are some of the key trends influencing the growth of the food processing & handling equipment market in Asia Pacific. As a result, the next few years is likely to see continued growth in the sector’s performance.

This report includes a study of marketing and development strategies, along with the product portfolios of the leading companies in the food processing & handling equipment market. The key players in the food processing & handling equipment market include GEA (Germany), Buhler Ag (Switzerland), Alfa Laval (Sweden), JBT Corporation (US), SPX FLOW (US), Robert Bosch (Germany), IMA Group (Italy), Middleby Corporation (US), and Dover Corporation (US), Robert Bosch (Germany), IMA Group (Italy), Tetra Laval (Switzerland), Multivac (Germany), Middleby Corporation (US), Welbilt, Inc. (US), and Electrolux (Sweden).


Recent Developments:
  • In May 2019, GEA launched a new SmartPacker CX400 packaging machine, which has induction sealing capabilities for meat and poultry manufacturers. In April 2019, GEA also launched CALLIFREEZE system for the GEA S-Tec spiral freezer in the Asian market. This product would help GEA’s customers to meet their Industry 4.0 strategy requirements.
  • In May 2019, Bosch Packaging Technology, a subsidiary of Bosch, launched the Pack 403, a fully-automated, narrow horizontal flow wrapper in the European and Asian markets. The company has been continuously developing innovative products according to the customers’ demands.
  • In April 2019, Tetra Pak launched a connected packaging platform; this would transform juice and milk cartons into interactive information channels, digital tools, and full-scale data carriers.

Bread Improvers Market to Witness Unprecedented Growth in Coming Years

According to MarketsandMarkets, the global bread improvers market is estimated to be valued at USD 3.3 billion in 2019 and is projected to reach USD 4.7 billion by 2025, recording a CAGR of 5.7%, in terms of value. The rising consumption of bread and bread products has led to the growth of bread improvers market. Also, the increasing awareness about health and food safety is fueling the demand for whole wheat and multigrain breads, which is helping market growth. Bakery manufacturers are innovating their products to meet the changing functional requirements of the consumers. All these factors are contributing to the growth of bread improvers market.



Report Objectives:
  • To describe and forecast the bread improvers market, in terms of type, form, application, ingredient, and region
  • To describe and forecast the bread improvers market, in terms of value, by region–North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, South America and the Rest of the World—along with their respective countries
  • To provide detailed information regarding the major factors influencing market growth (drivers, restraints, opportunities, and challenges)
  • To strategically analyze micro-markets with respect to individual growth trends, prospects, and contributions to the overall market
  • To study the complete value chain of the bread improvers market
  • To analyze opportunities in the market for stakeholders by identifying the high-growth segments of the bread improvers market
By ingredient, the emulsifiers segment is projected to account for the largest share in the bread improvers market during the forecast period

The emulsifiers segment, by ingredient, is projected to dominate the market during the forecast period. Emulsifiers are used in the manufacturing of bakery products to reduce the fat content in baked goods. Some of the emulsifiers used in the production of bread improvers are DATEM, diglycerides, lecithin, and monoglycerides. Emulsifiers are easily available at lower costs. Also, emulsifiers, such as lecithin, are being used for the manufacturing of clean-label products, which substantiates the increased dominance of the emulsifiers segment.

By application, the bread segment accounted for the largest market size in the bread improvers market during the forecast period

The demand for bread improvers is increasing significantly due to the rising demand for different forms of bread. Bread is a prominent food globally, and in many regions, its market has matured. Manufacturers are coming up with fortified and flavored breads for these matured markets. In addition, emerging regions such as Asia Pacific are witnessing a rise in demand for on-the-go breakfast products, which is also driving the market of bread. This is ultimately contributing to the growth of the bread improvers market.

The Asia Pacific region is projected to witness the fastest growth during the forecast period

The bread improvers market in Asia Pacific is projected to witness the highest growth due to the increasing demand for convenience foods due to the busy lifestyles of consumers. There is increasing consumption of on-the-go and ready-to-eat breakfast meals, as a result of urbanization, hectic lifestyles, and high disposable income. This trend is expected to fuel the growth of bread improvers in the region, as the increasing amount of bread and bread products are expected to be consumed. This region also offers scope for product innovation in the bakery industry, as consumers have varied tastes and preferences and look for a variety in rolls and breads. This has offered manufacturers the opportunity to expand their product portfolios. Such market potential is anticipated to impact the bread improvers market positively during the forecast period.

This report includes a study on the marketing and development strategies, along with the product portfolios of the leading companies. It consists of profiles of leading companies such as Archer Daniels Midland Company (US), Associated British Foods plc (US), Ireks GmbH (Germany), Oriental Yeast Co., Ltd. (Japan), Fazer Group (Finland), Corbion N.V. (Netherlands), Nutrex N.V. (Belgium), Group Soufflet (France), Puratos Group (Belgium), Lallemand Inc. (Canada), Pak Group (US), InVivo (France), Bakels Worldwide, (Switzerland), Lesaffre (France), and John Watson-Inc (US).

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