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Phytogenics Market

The market for Phytogenics was estimated at $958 million in 2025; it is anticipated to increase to $1.20 billion by 2030, with projections indicating growth to around $1.52 billion by 2035.

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Author:Debadatta Patel - Senior Consultant
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Packaged & Processed F&B
Phytogenics
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Global Phytogenics Market Outlook

Revenue, 2025

$958M

Forecast, 2035

$1.52B

CAGR, 2026 - 2035

4.7%

The Phytogenics industry revenue is expected to be around $957.5 million in 2026 and expected to showcase growth with 4.7% CAGR between 2026 and 2035. Ahead, the Phytogenics market gains ground within today’s animal feeding plans driven by stricter limits on antibiotic usage, rising focus on herd wellness, along with pressure from shoppers wanting clearer labels for farm animals. Feed supplements and plant based nutrients make up nearly all use, since firms now often blend natural and organic feeds into meals to boost digestive function, support growth rates, while cutting down illness in large scale operations. When looked at by, essential oils stand out, pulling in $349.25 million just in 2025, showing tested herb compounds gain trust for boosting output and responsible farm animal care from chickens, pigs, to grazing herds.

From plants come many natural substances oils, leaves, roots, flavorings often mixed into animal food or medicine. These mixes help keep animals healthier by stopping spoilage, fighting germs, supporting gut balance, and boosting defenses. Farms raising cows, pigs, chickens, or fish often add these to lower costs, boost appetite, speed growth, and cut bad smells. Because they come from living things, they fit rules that want fewer chemicals in meat. Lately, makers have started crafting blends just for young chickens or big trout, making work at one age still fits another stage later. Tiny timed releases inside capsules now shield fragile ingredients from harm before they act. Scientists testing results more carefully now show clearer proof that these do farms claim. Behind the rise: smarter designs match better needs, proof grows stronger, trust builds slowly

Phytogenics market outlook with forecast trends, drivers, opportunities, supply chain, and competition 2025-2035
Phytogenics Market Outlook

Market Key Insights

  • The Phytogenics market is projected to grow from $957.5 million in 2025 to $1.52 billion in 2035. This represents a CAGR of 4.7%, reflecting rising demand across Animal Nutrition Optimization, Greenhouse Gas Emission Reduction, and Enhancement of Food Flavor and Preservation.

  • Cargill Incorporated, alongside DSM Firmenich AG and Phytobiotics Futterzusatzstoffe, holds a strong position within this space. Their influence on market dynamics becomes clear through their actions over time.

  • The United States and Germany are the main markets for phytogenics. The United States and Germany may see growth of around 3.3% to 4.3% each year from 2025 to 2030.

  • Markets in India, Brazil, and South Africa will likely see the most growth. These markets may grow by around 5.2% to 6.6% each year.

  • Transition like Shift Toward Antibiotic-Free Nutrition has greater influence in United States and Germany market's value chain; and is expected to add $27 million of additional value to Phytogenics industry revenue by 2030.

  • The phytogenics market will grow by $558 million between 2025 and 2035. Makers of supplements, food, and drinks will see a larger share of the market.

  • With

    rising antibiotic restrictions and growing demand for natural feed additives, and

    Advancements in Phytogenic Formulation and Delivery Technologies, Phytogenics market to expand 58% between 2025 and 2035.

phytogenics market size with pie charts of major and emerging country share, CAGR, trends for 2025 and 2032
Phytogenics - Country Share Analysis

Opportunities in the Phytogenics

With tighter rules around antibiotics in animal feeds, plus rising chicken demand in Indonesia, Vietnam, and Thailand, farms turn increasingly to natural oils derived from plants. These oil based feed additives become more sought after as broiler producers seek safer, effective alternatives. By 2030, annual global income from such essential oils could also reach 454.30 million US dollars up from roughly 349.25 million in 2025. Among various forms, those using protected capsules containing oregano, thyme, or citrus extracts see sharpest rise. They gain momentum thanks to growing ties with local premix firms and feed equipment vendors. Pelleted diets relying on these tend to lead expansion patterns.

Growth Opportunities in Europe and Asia-Pacific

Across Europe, animal care takes center stage when it comes to phytogenics. Farms rely on plant derived tools to keep farm animals healthy without relying on antibiotics. Poultry, pigs, and dairy herds benefit from natural compounds that boost gut function and support growth out most is customized feed mixes made with high quality botanical ingredients. These blends are designed for specific animals and deliver real results on farms. Another trend involves using clear ingredients in mixed feeds while adding practical support like field based performance checks. Yet facing tough rivals big companies that sell feed additives, small firms making oils from plants, plus local experts handling herbs has become a challenge. Still, those who focus on measurable eco benefits and visible supply paths tend to gain ground where sustainable farming matters most
A fresh wave of interest in plant based ingredients sweeps across the Asia Pacific region, finding strongest footing within large scale animal feeding operations. Yet these same natural compounds now gain momentum in dietary supplements and processed food products, drawing from age old healing practices and rising demand for beverages with added health benefits. Clients begin leaning toward economical phytogenic feeds designed specifically for high output poultry medicine and fish farming setups. Side by side, wellness focused drink brands team up with local health partners to launch joint supplement offerings. Growing herbs locally becomes more common, allowing suppliers to control costs and ensure consistent supply chains. Scattered players local feed manufacturers, specialized extract producers, and multi regional networks vie for share in the market. Behind the scenes, fast growing animal herds push demand upward. At the same time, stricter rules on chemical residues add pressure. On top of that, public policy shifts favor natural alternatives over artificial inputs.

Market Dynamics and Supply Chain

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Driver: Rising Antibiotic Restrictions and Growing Demand for Natural Feed Additives

The tightening of global regulations on antibiotic growth promoters is also accelerating the adoption of phytogenics in animal nutrition. Livestock producers are also increasingly turning to plant-based alternatives that support gut health and productivity without contributing to antimicrobial resistance. At the same time, consumer-driven demand for clean-label meat and dairy products is also pushing integrators to reformulate feed strategies. also advances in microencapsulation and standardized extraction technologies are also improving the stability and efficacy of phytogenic compounds, making them more reliable in commercial feed applications. Together, regulatory pressure and technological progress are also reinforcing phytogenics as a viable, scalable solution across intensive livestock systems.
Innovations in formulation technologies such as encapsulation, synergistic blending, and controlled-release systems are also significantly enhancing phytogenic performance. These advancements improve bioavailability and consistency across different feed matrices. As a result, feed manufacturers can also achieve predictable outcomes, encouraging wider adoption in high-performance livestock production systems.
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Restraint: Variability in Raw Material Quality and Inconsistent Performance Outcomes

Phytogenics are derived from natural plant sources, making their chemical composition highly sensitive to climate, soil, and harvest conditions. This variability can lead to inconsistent efficacy in feed and food applications. For manufacturers, inconsistent performance increases formulation risks and limits long-term contracts, ultimately affecting revenue predictability and slowing large-scale adoption in cost-sensitive livestock markets.
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Opportunity: Flavonoid-rich phytogenics can boost milk efficiency and methane reduction for Western European dairy herds and Saponin-focused phytogenics support sustainable shrimp and tilapia production for Brazilian and Mexican aquaculture exporters

Farmers across Western Europe face pressure from retailers like those in Germany, France, and the Netherlands asked to reduce methane while keeping up production levels and caring for their animals. Instead of cutting quality, some are turning to plant based compounds containing flavonoids, which shift gut bacteria break down food inside cows. These compounds work within natural processes, matching growing demands for sustainable yet effective solutions. As demand climbs, so does supply numbers show the global flavonoid market could jump from $185.09 million in 2025 forward to nearly 239 million by 2030. Most isn’t broad trends but targeted tools specific flavonoid mixes proven through trials, sealed inside cow stomachs, tailored for major farm groups across northern Europe. Such designs emerge not only by accident but through collaboration feed associations joining forces with producers who prioritize planet as much as profit.
Shrimp farmers and tilapia farmers in Brazil and Mexico are growing fast. These farmers still use a lot of antibiotics and copper to treat the fish. This use of antibiotics and copper makes it hard for the farmers to sell shrimp and tilapia to other countries. Saponin focused phytogenics help keep the gut healthy. Saponin focused phytogenics lower the number of parasites. Saponin focused phytogenics help animals use feed better, even if salt levels are high. Saponins may go up worldwide from USD 69.51 million in 2025 to USD 80.98 million in 2030. In Latin America, many people think that the use of functional aquafeed will grow faster. Local feed mills and university hatchery programs work together to support this growth.
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Challenge: Higher Cost Structure Compared to Conventional Synthetic Additives

Phytogenic additives often carry higher production and formulation costs than synthetic alternatives due to extraction complexity and raw material sourcing. In price-competitive feed markets, especially in developing regions, this cost premium can restrict adoption. As a result, demand growth may remain concentrated in premium segments, limiting overall market expansion despite strong functional benefits.

Supply Chain Landscape

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Plant Extract Sourcing

Cargill IncorporatedDSM-Firmenich AG
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Phytogenics Production

Phytobiotics FutterzusatzstoffeKemin Industries Inc
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Feed Additive Distribution

AlltechCargill Incorporated
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Animal Nutrition Applications

poultry feedswine feedaquaculture feed
Phytogenics - Supply Chain

Use Cases of Phytogenics in Animal Nutrition Optimization & Enhancement of Food Flavor

Animal Nutrition Optimization : Animal nutrition optimization increasingly relies on herbs, spices, and essential oil–based phytogenics used in poultry, swine, and ruminant feed to enhance digestion, feed efficiency, and gut health. These compounds stimulate enzyme secretion and balance intestinal microbiota, supporting growth without antibiotic growth promoters. Leading players such as DSM-Firmenich, Delacon Biotechnik, and BIOMIN leverage strong R&D capabilities and global feed partnerships, positioning themselves as key suppliers of standardized, efficacy-backed phytogenic feed additives.
Greenhouse Gas Emission Reduction : Commercial greenhouse gas emission reduction applications primarily use essential oils, saponins, and tannin-rich phytogenics in ruminant nutrition to suppress methanogenic microbes in the rumen. These additives improve feed utilization while lowering methane output per unit of animal product. Companies like Delacon, Cargill, and Phytobiotics are strengthening their market presence through validated sustainability claims and integration with climate-smart livestock programs, making phytogenics an attractive solution for emission-conscious dairy and beef producers.
Enhancement of Food Flavor and Preservation : Enhancement of food flavor and preservation widely utilizes plant extracts and essential oils such as rosemary, oregano, and thyme in processed meat, bakery, and ready-to-eat foods. These phytogenics deliver natural antioxidant and antimicrobial properties while improving sensory appeal. Market leaders including Kalsec, Kerry Group, and Symrise benefit from strong formulation expertise and clean-label portfolios, enabling food manufacturers to replace synthetic additives while extending shelf life and maintaining product quality.

Recent Developments

Recent strategic developments in the phytogenics market show accelerated innovation and consolidation as plant-based feed additives gain traction as natural antibiotic alternatives and gut-health enhancers in livestock and aquaculture. Essential oils and standardized herbal extracts remain focal, driven by regulatory bans on antibiotic growth promoters and strong demand for clean-label animal products. Major players like Cargill/Delacon, Kemin Industries, DSM-Firmenich, and BIOMIN are expanding production, launching advanced formulations, and entering new regions, reinforcing sustainable nutrition and bioactive compound efficacy trends.

August 2025 : DSM-Firmenich Animal Nutrition & Health opens new feed additive plant in Jadcherla, India, strengthening manufacturing capacity and market reach in the Asia-Pacific region for its phytogenic and other animal nutrition solutions.
June 2025 : Kemin Industries received European Union regulatory approval for a new phytogenic feed additive, enabling expanded commercial sales across the EU livestock sector.
April 2024 : Cargill Incorporated launched a strategic initiative in Vietnam focused on advancing sustainable aquaculture with next-generation phytogenic feed additives supporting antibiotic-free fish and shrimp production.

Impact of Industry Transitions on the Phytogenics Market

As a core segment of the Packaged & Processed F&B industry, the Phytogenics market develops in line with broader industry shifts. Over recent years, transitions such as Shift Toward Antibiotic-Free Nutrition and Integration with Sustainability and Climate Metrics have redefined priorities across the Packaged & Processed F&B sector, influencing how the Phytogenics market evolves in terms of demand, applications and competitive dynamics. These transitions highlight the structural changes shaping long-term growth opportunities.
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Shift Toward Antibiotic-Free Nutrition

The phytogenics industry is undergoing a significant transition from a niche supplement to a fundamental element of antibiotic-free animal nutrition, particularly in the United States and Germany. This strategic shift is prompting feed producers and integrators to reformulate diets that not only enhance productivity but also align with stringent regulatory requirements and retailer mandates. By 2030, this transition is projected to generate an additional $27 million in revenue for the phytogenics sector, underscoring its growing importance in the value chain. Furthermore, the integration of phytogenics into comprehensive gut health solutions is reshaping allied industries, such as veterinary health and feed enzymes, while fostering long-term supplier partnerships that prioritize performance validation over short-term price competition. This evolution signals a robust market opportunity driven by the demand for sustainable and effective animal nutrition solutions.
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Integration with Sustainability and Climate Metrics

Phytogenics are increasingly being positioned within sustainability frameworks, particularly in livestock systems targeting lower environmental footprints. Their role in methane reduction and feed efficiency improvement aligns with carbon accounting initiatives in agriculture. This transition is impacting dairy, beef, and food processing industries by linking feed additive selection with ESG reporting and sustainability-linked financing, elevating phytogenics from functional additives to strategic inputs in climate-smart production models.