Animal Intestinal Health Market Size, Share, and Industry Analysis By Additive (Probiotics, Prebiotics, Phytogenics, and Immunostimulants), By Livestock (Poultry, Swine, Ruminants, Aquaculture, and Others), By Form (Powder and Liquid), By Application (Metabolism, Weight Gain, Digestion, Disease Prevention, and Bone & Joint Health), and Regional Forecast, 2026-2034

The global animal intestinal health market size was valued at USD 5.34 billion in 2025. The market is projected to grow from USD 5.77 billion in 2026 to USD 10.86 billion by 2034, exhibiting a CAGR of 8.22% during the forecast period.

The global animal intestinal health market is anticipated to show a massive increase, largely due to increasing global meat and dairy consumption. Such an increase is also supported by and large awareness promoted among the citizens on animal welfare as well as an increasing preference for natural feed additives, which improve the gut health. According to the report released by the United States Department of Agriculture, in 2023 the U.S. produced 2 million tons of intestinal animal health supplements. Technological advancements in feed additives as well as increased funds to livestock health management initiatives are also promoting the market’s growth, across borders.

Animal Intestinal Health Market Driver

Global Livestock Expansion Drives Demand for Intestinal Health Solutions

The increase in livestock production to meet the world food needs is the primary power to drive the market in animal intestinal health. Increasingly, consumers are demanding food quality and humane animal treatment, resulting in an increase in farmer adoption of gut health supplements. As reported by the data released from Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, probiotics dominated 40% of the total amount of the animal intestinal health market share in Canada in 2023. A regulatory promotion of non-synthetic intestinal growth promoters and the termination of the use of antibiotics in animal feed has accentuated the need for effective solutions of sounds intestinal health.

Animal Intestinal Health Market Restraint

High Production Costs Limit Adoption Among Small-Scale Livestock Farmers

High costs of production entail on the part of small-scale farmers aggravates market growth for premium intestinal health solutions. In addition, the situation is complicated by the lack of consistent regulations of feed additives around countries which within themselves act as major hindrances to standardize products and enter varied markets. In 2023 prebiotics constituted only 25% of the U.S. animal intestinal health market based on the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. These challenges, as well as the need for extensive research to support the efficiency of the product in various kinds of animals, may hinder growth in some areas for a while.

Animal Intestinal Health Market Opportunity

Technological Innovations in Feed Additives Unlock New Growth Avenues

Countries’ growth in markets is stimulated by feed additive technology progress and the under developed countries potential for growth. As the research of microbiome-based solutions continues, the companies are identifying new product tenders. Apart from Europe and North America, the Asia Pacific region is especially attractive, Chinese mark 3 million tons of probiotic application for animal health in 2023, according to the National Bureau of Statistics of China statistics. We have seen continuous growth in economy, increased demand for meat and governmental determinant push towards improving livestock farming as favoring market expansion. Increased teamwork among specialists in research enterprises and the concerned manufacturers promises to expedite innovation in the sector.

Key Insights

The report covers the following key insights:

• Key Industry Trends
• Overview of Regulatory Landscape
• Key Industry Developments
• Regional Market Dynamics

Segmentation

Analysis By Additive

By Additive, the Animal Intestinal Health Market is divided into Probiotics, Prebiotics, Phytogenics, Immunostimulants. 

Pioneering the market today, probiotics are destined to retain the uppermost position of sales until 2032. The uplift in popularity is explained by the verified benefits for gut microbiota health and the tendency of the consumers to buy natural products. The supplementation of prebiotics in probiotic nutritional compositions for animals is gradually increasing.

Analysis By Livestock

By Livestock, the Animal Intestinal Health Market is divided into Poultry, Swine, Ruminants, Aquaculture & Others. 

The poultry livestock market for intestinal health products is the most aggressive, with the largest market share. The swine industry is set to grow with increased farming methods in both Asia and North America. Ruminants are secured due to constant growth potential as the world keeps producing more dairy, especially in third world nations with an expanding middle class.

Analysis By Form

By Form, the Animal Intestinal Health Market is divided into Powder, Liquid. 

The market is most characterized by powders, which represent a high of 65% where the lower costs and uncomplicated use in feed mixing determine its predominance. Liquid formulation has been growing in a fast pace due to their accurate dosing and enhanced bioavailability in premium livestock operation and aquaculture systems.

Analysis By Application

By Application, the Animal Intestinal Health Market is divided into Metabolism, Weight Gain, Digestion, Disease Prevention, Bone & Joint Health. 

The market is mostly driven by the digestion supplement applications that respond to the primary need for effective nutrient absorption in intensive agrarian systems. Disease prevention was identified as the most rapidly growing segment-pushed by increasing concerns over antibiotic resistance and the need for preventive health measures in animal industry management.

Regional Analysis

Based on geography, the market has been studied across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East & Africa.

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North America still leads the global market for animal intestinal health with an output accounting for nearly 35% of all international sale. The technology and regulatory policies sophistication in the region is the driver of success, as well as consumers’ increased focus on ethical animal care. According to the USDA numbers, the United States is leading in the national market, reporting sales of 1.5 million tons on digestive health products in 2023. With 40% of the market, probiotic products have emerged as a leading feature of the market in Canada showing adoption by the country. There are a few key factors which explain the further expansion of the market: A well established channel of distribution, increased funding for animal nutrition and the increased consumer preference for an antibiotic free Meat and dairy Products will lead to market growth. The outlook as such shows that the market in North America for intestinal health products will continue to grow steadily till 2032 due to a combination of the development of products as well as expansion into new emerging markets such as aquaculture and animal nutrients for pets.

The sales of animal intestinal health products in Europe come second to the rest of the world, mostly due to strict animal welfare laws and rigid animal husbandry laws. Germany led the region in 2023 producing 1.2 million tons of intestinal health supplements, as reported by Destatis. Phytogenic additives are fast becoming a hit on the European market and sustainable farming is a priority. France and Spain have registered high rates of probiotics usage, but Scandinavian countries are setting the pace with modern gut health developments. Strong demand for the intestinal health products continues to be evident in the mature dairy and poultry industries in the region.

Asia Pacific market is expected to grow at the fastest rate. According to China’s National Bureau of Statistics, in 2023, 3 million tons of probiotics were consumed for the purposes of animal health in China. Market expansion is driven by the expansion of livestock sectors, ballooning consumption of meat and government efforts to promote modern farming practices. Increasing use of prebiotics is fueling momentum in India, while fast-growing aquaculture industries in Thailand and Vietnam also play defense. Continuous improvement of animal health infrastructure as well as increase in the middle-class population, provide immense market exploration opportunities.

Key Players Covered

The report includes the profiles of the following key players:

• Evonik Industries (Germany)
• ADM (U.S.)
• AdvaCarePharma (U.S.)
• Alltech (U.S.)
• Cargill (U.S.)
• dsm-firmenich (Netherlands)
• Karyotica Biologicals Pvt. Ltd. (India)
• Kemin Industries (U.S.)
• Kerry Group Plc. (Ireland)
• Novozymes A/S (Denmark)