United States (USA) Cattle Feed Market Overview, 2029

From farm to table, this account of cattle feed is an exciting saga of agriculture, innovation, and sustainability moving the U.S. beef and dairy sectors toward a greener future. Innovation is one of the primary drivers in the U.S. cattle feed market. It has been mainly derived from a number of developments in feed technology, primarily in feed nutritional profiles and feed efficiency. Research into additives, including probiotics and prebiotics, has really gained traction over the past several years as scientific studies proved their advantages in bolstering cattle digestion and immune response. The technique of precision feeding that uses data analytics and monitoring tools allows farmers to formulate customized feeds for an individual animal based upon the animal's health status, age, and production phase. This targeted approach maximizes feed usage while minimizing waste and environmental impacts. The regulatory environment is also a driving force in the cattle feed market. Various bodies establish requirements in relation to feed safety, quality, and nutritional properties. The U.S. FDA and the USDA are significant bodies in imposing feed ingredient and additive regulation for consumer safety and animal welfare. Environmental sustainability is increasingly important for the U.S. cattle feed market as major stakeholders recognize the need for a reduced ecological footprint of the sector. It aims to ensure minimal utilization of land, use of water, and levels of greenhouse gas emissions associated with livestock farming. Some innovative methods such as the use of by-products developed through other sectors in producing cattle feed may significantly minimize waste, thereby promoting circular economy practices. Technology implementation in cattle feed markets has changed the nature of the production process and increased feed efficiency. Feed formulation software innovations have made it possible for manufacturers to develop bespoke feeds-to-blend production recipes to address precise nutritional requirements in a given area.

According to the research report "United States (US) Cattle feed Market Overview, 2029," published by Bonafide Research, the USA Cattle feed market is anticipated to grow at more than 2.57% CAGR from 2024 to 2029. Demand for cattle feed is up in line with growth of the livestock sector-pretty much in direct proportion to the increase in U.S. populations of beef and dairy cattle. Given the significant surge in consumers' demand for beef and dairy products, driven by protein consumption and dietary trends, proper feed solutions are critical. Additionally, technology advancements in agriculture including GMOs and precision agriculture enhance productivity and nutritional quality of feed ingredients hence driving cattle feed markets. Economic factors such as continually changing commodity feed ingredient prices and general health of the agricultural economy also influence market dynamics. The U.S. cattle feed market is highly regionalized, reflecting local differences in agricultural practices and climate, among other factors, as well as the types of cattle. It can be noticed that in the Midwest, Iowa and Nebraska are the states where maximum production of corn and soybeans occurs. Both are very important for energy-rich feed rations. On the other hand, the Southern states are mainly characterized by extensive cattle ranches and feedlot operations in Texas, which also ensures large feed demand. High-quality forages and specialty dairy feeds are the primary emphasis in the big Northeast dairy sector. The cattle feed market, however faces great challenges. Some of the most significant issues identified are price volatility. Sometimes, it may stem from adverse natural factors related to extreme weather events or geopolitical tensions. The world disruption of supply chains can also lead to price volatility in feed availability and costs, which become risks for profitability for producers. Environmental concerns concerning greenhouse gas emissions and land-use changes due to cattle farming have attracted increasing and understandable calls for more sustainable feeding practices. What is needed now is an industry that steers those forces by following not only regulatory requirements but also consumer expectations related to sustainability.

The U.S. cattle feed market is a crucial part of the overall animal feed segment, which is bifurcated into three categories such as dairy cattle, beef cattle, and calves, each of which has different nutritional needs. Dairy cattle feed section is required by dairy cattle for milk production and requires a healthy diet supplemented with grains, protein supplements, and adequate provision of certain vitamins. TMR is one of the common feeding practices, whereby various ingredients are mixed together to ensure that the health and milk production of the animals is well taken care of. Some of the byproducts include corn, soybeans, citrus pulp, and brewer's grains; these enhance the nutritional level of feed. The dairy industry in the US has appreciated advanced feeding, which helped in increasing the quality of milk while also improving the overall health of cows. Beef forms the majority share of feeds for cattle. Such livestock eat highly energy-rich feeds for gaining the highest weight and meat quality. Grain-fed beef is emblematic of the U.S. and is in great demand both at home and around the globe. Corn and soybean meal, as well as other energy-rich ingredients, are typically added to beef cattle feed for the rapid growth and health of cattle. Early growth stages are very important because calf feed focuses on allowing the calf the best early growth stages, emphasizing ingredients that are high in protein and energy, for healthy development. This segment is critical in building a strong calf which, well into the future, will be a good producer of dairy or beef. Nutritional strategy fits different calves in any management system, laying the foundation for future productivity. Besides these main types, there are cattle feeds for other livestock species in the market. In addition to that, increasing demand for animal-based products is prompting innovations in feed technology and livestock nutrition management across the entire industry.

The U.S. cattle feed market is a complex, changing sector significantly influenced by a myriad of diverse ingredients, additives, and forages. The primary grain ingredient used in cattle feed is corn, but the two other important grain ingredients are soybean meal and dried distillers' grains with solubles, or DDGs. In total, these three ingredients account for a large portion of cattle feed tonnage. Wheat, along with a couple of other grains, are used, but together they are a much smaller proportion. Protein meals are essential in providing cattle for growth as well as productivity. Soybean meal has a high protein content profile, hence it is a good source with a preferable cost of supplementation of cattle diets. Other sources include canola meal and various animal byproduct meals, among other probable sources. Feed additives enhance the nutritional feed of cattle. These involve vitamins, minerals, amino acids, enzymes, and probiotics. Applications for these additives increase with their use as a means for countering the undesirable traits of improving animal health and raising milk yields while developing improved feeds. Currently, there is a rise in the use of probiotics to improve the gut health of livestock and, in addition, amino acids to enhance muscle growth and development. Forages are an essential component of the diet of ruminants; they provide the fiber essential for good digestion. Good quality pastures and silages are typical supplements that enhance the intake of grain-based diets to cattle. The proportion of forages to concentrates is all-important for optimum performance from cattle. Other ingredients, animal fats and processed plant by-products must also be considered essential in enhancing the diversity of cattle nutrition. In fact, formulations of feeds have been innovated with sustainability and efficiency in livestock production.


Considered in this report
• Historic year: 2018
• Base year: 2023
• Estimated year: 2024
• Forecast year: 2029



Aspects covered in this report
• Cattle Feed market Outlook with its value and forecast along with its segments
• Various drivers and challenges
• On-going trends and developments
• Top profiled companies
• Strategic recommendation

By Type
• Dairy Cattle
• Beef Cattle
• Calves
• Others
By Ingredients
• Cereals/Grains
• Protein Meals/ Cackles
• Additives
• Forages
• Others

The approach of the report:
This report consists of a combined approach of primary and secondary research. Initially, secondary research was used to get an understanding of the market and list the companies that are present in it. The secondary research consists of third-party sources such as press releases, annual reports of companies, and government-generated reports and databases. After gathering the data from secondary sources, primary research was conducted by conducting telephone interviews with the leading players about how the market is functioning and then conducting trade calls with dealers and distributors of the market. Post this; we have started making primary calls to consumers by equally segmenting them in regional aspects, tier aspects, age group, and gender. Once we have primary data with us, we can start verifying the details obtained from secondary sources.

Intended audience
This report can be useful to industry consultants, manufacturers, suppliers, associations, and organizations related to the Cattle Feed industry, government bodies, and other stakeholders to align their market-centric strategies. In addition to marketing and presentations, it will also increase competitive knowledge about the industry.
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