MARKET REPORT 76 FEED & ADDITIVE MAGAZINE May 2025 Algae-Based Animal Feed and its Global Market Status Algae continue to grow in value as a promising feed ingredient for supporting animal health, improving feed sustainability, and enhancing the nutritional value of animal products. Increasing sustainability concerns and the nutritional benefits of algae are accelerating the adoption of algae-based feed in the livestock and aquaculture sectors. With this adoption, the market is growing rapidly and its commercial value is increasing. Data from research companies indicate that the market size is expected to grow at an approximate CAGR of 5.5% between 2024 and 2034, reaching approximately 6.9 billion US dollars by 2034. By Derya Yildiz Algae are simple, plant-like organisms that grow in the water. They include microscopic single-celled species such as microalgae (e.g. Spirulina, Chlorella, Schizochytrium) and larger multicellular forms such as seaweed (macroalgae). Algae-based animal feed refers to feed products that contain the entire algal biomass as the main ingredient or various algal ones in combination with traditional feed ingredients. Algae, which have become widely used in animal feed for various purposes, especially in recent years, are rich in protein, essential amino acids, omega-3 fatty acids (especially DHA and EPA), vitamins (A, B, E, K), minerals (iodine, iron, calcium) and antioxidants such as carotenoids. These properties make them a powerful supplement for balanced nutrition. Research shows that algae can improve growth rates, feed conversion efficiency, and immunity in animals such as poultry, pigs, fish, and ruminants. Some algae species have been re-
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