The rising demand for insect feed in Western Europe is anticipated to reach a valuation of USD 352.9 million in 2023. The Western European industry is expected to experience a significant CAGR of 16.6% between 2023 and 2033. The increasing demand for nutrient-rich protein grains is driving the adoption of insect feed.
Rising consumer demand for high-quality feed and sustainable protein is contributing to the increased adoption of insect feed. Western Europe's insect feed industry is projected to reach a valuation of USD 1,644.3 million by 2033. The growing number of zoology and animal care centers is boosting the demand for soya and fish meals, further advancing the insect feed industry in Western Europe.
| Attributes | Details |
|---|---|
| Industry Size of Western Europe in 2023 | USD 352.9 million |
| Expected Industry Size of Western Europe by 2033 | USD 1,644.3 million |
| Forecasted CAGR between 2023 to 2033 | 16.6% |
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Rapidly surging insect farming is gaining massive popularity in Western Europe, increasing the demand for insect feed. Consumers are expressing environmental concerns and are driving the adoption of insect farming for its nutritional benefits in Western Europe. Manufacturers are developing conventional insect feed for aquatic species, ducks, and poultry farms to provide proper dietary options and meet end users' requirements.
Consumers are enhancing their pets' nutrition by adopting insect feed to improve their lifestyles in Western Europe. Numerous livestock rely on insect feed, contributing to their overall health. These livestock and insect frass are widely used in agriculture for fertilization, promoting sustainable practices in Western Europe.
Rising concerns toward animal nutrition are rapidly driving the adoption of insect feed in Western Europe. Increasing research on sustainable nutrition among livestock and ducks is fueling the growth of the Western European industry. Researchers are implementing insect farming technology to boost the production of insect feed.
Government initiatives and strict regulations to enhance sustainable protein production for insects are gaining vast popularity in Western Europe. Manufacturers are improving the scaling of feed for various insects, meeting consumer demand in Western Europe. Key companies are collaborating with the feed sector to highlight their brands by promoting unique, eco-friendly practices.
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| Segment | Industry Share in 2023 |
|---|---|
| Meal | 74.70% |
| Black Soldier Flies | 42.40% |
Based on product type, meal powder is likely to dominate, by capturing a share of 74.70% in 2023. Increasing consumer demand to feed insects, livestock, and aqua animals is driving the adoption of insect feed in Western Europe. Manufacturers offering meal powder with rich nutrients and protein are significantly increasing the adoption of insect feed in Western Europe.
Consumers seeking high-quality, sustainable, and premium insect feed are driving the adoption of meal powder. These meal powders improve digestion, and the promotion of a healthy lifestyle for chickens and ducks is gaining massive popularity in Western Europe. Manufacturers are developing products with high calcium and protein for better nutritional quality among insects. The rising demand for proper nutrition and a balanced diet for insects is advancing the adoption of meal powder in Western Europe.
Based on insect type, black soldier flies are expected to dominate by securing a share of 42.40% in 2023. The increasing demand for superior-quality food ingredients and vitamin powder for insects is driving the dominance of black soldier flies. Black soldier flies are preferred in insect feed, which significantly boosts Western Europe's industry.
| Countries | Forecast CAGR through 2033 |
|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 17.80% |
| Germany | 14.40% |
| France | 11.50% |
The industry in United Kingdom is estimated to experience a CAGR of 17.80% in during the forecast period. Increasing aquaculture, zoology, and livestock are driving the demand for insect feed in the United Kingdom. The rising demand for sustainable practices and eco-friendly insect feed is propelling the industry in the United Kingdom.
Key companies are taking initiatives to develop newly launched products by adopting integrated insect feed technology in the United Kingdom. The increasing demand for nutrient values and premium feed is contributing to the adoption of insect feed. On the other hand, these factors are likely to fuel the growth of the United Kingdom during the forecast period.
During the forecast period, Germany is estimated to inflate at a CAGR of 14.40% in Western Europe's insect feed industry. The increasing production of insect feed, proper nutrient dosage, and rising aquaculture are accelerating the demand for insect feed in Germany. Growing environmental concerns are promoting the adoption of insect-based meals, fueling industry growth in Germany.
The rising consumer demand for healthy meals for their pets, such as fish and ducks, is driving the adoption of insect feed in Germany. Increasing demand for essential nutrients, rising animal husbandry, and poultry farming with sustainable practices are significantly contributing to the adoption of insect feed.
France is estimated to develop at a CAGR of 11.50% of the Western Europe's insect feed industry during the forecast period. The demand for insect feed in poultry farming and animal husbandry is surging in France. Consumers are seeking advanced and eco-friendly practices to increase insect meal production and spread, thereby fueling the French industry.
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Key players are bringing innovative ideas to develop sustainable, cost-effective feed to meet end users' desires. They are adopting diverse strategies to fuel the insect feed industry in Western Europe.
Recent Developments in the Western Europe Feed Insect Industry
| Attributes | Details |
|---|---|
| Estimated Industry Size in 2023 | USD 352.9 million |
| Projected Industry Valuation by 2033 | USD 1,644.3 million |
| Value-based CAGR 2023 to 2033 | 16.6% |
| Historical Analysis of Insect Feed in Western Europe | 2018 to 2022 |
| Demand Forecast for Insect Feed in Western Europe | 2023 to 2033 |
| Report Coverage | Industry Size, Industry Trends, Analysis of key factors influencing Insect Feed in Western Europe Insights on Global Players and their Industry Strategy in Western Europe, Ecosystem Analysis of Local and Regional Western Europe Providers |
| Key Countries Analyzed While Studying Opportunities in Insect Feed in Western Europe | United Kingdom, Germany, France, BENELUX, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Italy, Spain |
| Key Companies Profiled | Nextprotein; Buhler AG; Hexafly; Entofood; Diptera Nutrition; Enviroflight; Coppens; Agriprotein; Others |
The insect feed industry in Western Europe is valued at USD 352.9 million in 2023.
The adoption of insect feed in Western Europe is likely to surpass USD 1,644.3 million by 2033.
The demand for insect feed in Western Europe is likely to rise at a CAGR of 16.6% from 2023 to 2033.
Innovating feed, adopting sustainable practices, and collaborating for growth.
The United Kingdom witnesses rapid rise in demand for insect feed in Western Europe.
1. Executive Summary 2. Market Overview 3. Market Background 4. Industry Analysis and Outlook 2018 to 2022 and Forecast, 2023 to 2033 5. Industry Analysis and Outlook 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Insect Type 5.1. Fly Larvae 5.2. Silkworms 5.3. Cicadas 5.4. Other Insects 6. Industry Analysis and Outlook 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Application 6.1. Aquaculture 6.2. Pig Nutrition 6.3. Poultry Nutrition 6.4. Dairy Nutrition 6.5. Other Applications 7. Industry Analysis and Outlook 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Country 7.1. UK 7.2. Germany 7.3. Italy 7.4. France 7.5. Spain 7.6. Rest of Western Europe 8. UK Industry Analysis and Outlook 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Region 9. Germany Industry Analysis and Outlook 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Region 10. Italy Industry Analysis and Outlook 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Region 11. France Industry Analysis and Outlook 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Region 12. Spain Industry Analysis and Outlook 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Region 13. Rest of Industry Analysis and Outlook 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033 14. Market Structure Analysis 15. Competition Analysis 15.1. Better Origin 15.2. Entec Nutrition 15.3. FarmInsect 15.4. Ÿnsect 15.5. EntoGreen 15.6. Nextprotein 15.7. Buhler AG 15.8. Hexafly 15.9. Enviroflight 15.10. Coppens 16. Assumptions & Acronyms Used 17. Research Methodology
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