COUNTRY PROFILE 82 FEED & ADDITIVE MAGAZINE March 2026 USA: Livestock and Feed Market Analysis The United States is a global leader in the livestock and feed sectors in terms of technology, scale, and logistical efficiency. In the 2024-2026 period, total compound feed production reached 270 million tons, with productivity gains and ration optimization taking center stage in the cattle, poultry, and swine sectors. Soy and corn-based production, circular economy practices, and innovative feed additives strengthen the USA’s strategic position in both the domestic market and exports. By Derya Gulsoy Yildiz The United States of America (USA) represents one of the most advanced ecosystems in the global livestock and feed industry in terms of technological innovation, production scale, and logistical efficiency. Data from the 2024–2026 period confirms that the U.S. livestock economy is not merely a food production mechanism, but a powerhouse at the center of vertical integration and digitalization, boasting a massive economic footprint of $267.1 billion. The country is reinforcing its leadership in animal protein production and industrial feed technologies through productivity gains, circular economy practices, and the modernization of regulatory frameworks. With a total compound feed production volSource: Freepik.com
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