The Japan animal feed market reached approximately 21.43 Kilo Tons in 2025. The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 1.50% between 2026 and 2035, reaching a volume of around 24.87 Kilo Tons by 2035.
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As per the Alltech survey, the total volume of animal feed in Japan was 24.797 million tons in 2021.
Corn is the primary animal feed source, with the country mainly relying on imports due to its low domestic production volume.
As per the industry reports, around 70 per cent of the food waste in Japan undergoes recycling for conversion into animal feed to reduce reliance on imported feed.
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2026-2035
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Rising demand for animal-based protein, growing innovations in feed production techniques, and growth of livestock are some of the influential drivers for the growth of the Japan animal feed market. As the influence of Western culture grows in Japan, there is a growing pattern towards higher meat consumption, specifically pork and poultry, and this change in eating habits is necessitating the demand for animal feed.
Advancements in feed production technology is also an emerging trend of Japan animal feed market. These innovations include enhancing the efficiency of feed production and are essential for boosting the nutritional value of the feed. The rise in animal husbandry operations, fuelled by the rising demand for animal protein is another significant driving factor. This has led to a surge in the production of feed to cater to the requirements of different livestock categories such as poultry, swine, and aquaculture.
The rising costs of traditional feed ingredients coupled with the efforts towards sustainability have led to an increased interest in alternative feed ingredients such as algae, insect meal, and plant-based proteins.
Growing production of chicken and meat, increase in large-scale broiler operations, rising fish and fish products exports and growing pet population are accelerating the Japan animal feed market value.
The high domestic consumption of chicken and meat in Japan is resulting in its increased production, thereby propelling the growth of the market. The US Department of Agriculture estimated the production of chicken and meat to be consistent at 1,770,000 metric tonnes between January 2022 and 2023. These limits are expected to grow further, owing to globalisation trends and shifts in food consumption habits, raising the demand for animal feed exponentially during the forecast period.
Large-scale broiler operations in Japan are growing rapidly, increasing the consumption of broiler feed in the country’s animal feed market. According to the US Department of Agriculture (USDA), the broiler population in Japan, as of February 2023, grew by 2%. Large-scale broiler farms with operations of 300,000 or more birds accounted for a major share of this growth, raising the demand for specialised broiler feed in the country.
The rising exports of fish and fish products such as fish fat, oil and fractions are increasing the demand for high-quality aquafeed in Japan. According to the World Bank, the country exported a total of 869,873 kgs of frozen fish meat in 2023, generating a revenue worth USD 11,149,000 during the year. Moreover, the exports of fish oil, fats, and fractions amounted to USD 70,192,000 in during the same period. As these values increase during the coming years, owing to Japan’s proximity to major export markets and well-developed shipping infrastructure, the overall market revenue of aquafeed is expected to record a sharp growth.
Japan’s pet population reached 55.8 million in 2023, growing at a rate of 0.6% in 5 years. Moreover, the Government of Canada, a major exporter of pet food to Japan, projected the population of cats and dogs to reach 8.6 million and 6.2 million by 2028 respectively. This has enhanced the market value of pet food in the country, which is estimated to be around USD 4.2 billion, the ninth largest globally. The growing pet food market is creating new opportunities for key industry players in the animal feed sector.
“Japan Animal Feed Market Report and Forecast 2026-2035” offers a detailed analysis of the market based on the following segments:
Market Breakup by Type
Market Breakup by Livestock
Market Breakup by Raw Material
Based on raw material, the market is divided into soy and corn, among others. Corn holds the highest share in the market as it is a primary source of carbohydrates, which offer energy to livestock, thus making it an essential component in feed for energy-intensive livestock such as poultry and swine. Furthermore, due to its widespread availability and cost-effectiveness, corn is the preferred option for producing bulk animal feed, boosting the segment growth.
The market players are developing innovative feed products to gain a competitive edge in the market.
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In 2025, the market reached an approximate volume of 21.43 Kilo Tons.
The Japan animal feed market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 1.50% between 2026 and 2035.
The market is estimated to witness a healthy growth during 2026-2035 to reach around 24.87 Kilo Tons by 2035.
The market is being driven due to rising demand for animal-based protein, growing innovations in feed production techniques, and the growth of livestock.
The key trends aiding the market include advancements in feed production technology, a rise in animal husbandry operations, and the rising costs of traditional feed ingredients.
Based on type, market segmentations include fodder and forage and compound feed.
Various types of livestock are pork, aquatic animal, cattle, and poultry, among others.
The major players in the market are Alltech Inc., FEED ONE CO., LTD, Nutreco N.V., Archer-Daniels-Midland Company, Marubeni Nisshin Feed Co., Ltd., Showa Sangyo Co., Ltd., and Mitsubishi Corporation (Nosan Corporation), among others.
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| Base Year | 2025 |
| Historical Period | 2019-2025 |
| Forecast Period | 2026-2035 |
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