According to our (Global Info Research) latest study, the global Feed Single Cell Protein market size was valued at US$ 463 million in 2025 and is forecast to a readjusted size of US$ 845 million by 2032 with a CAGR of 8.1% during review period.
Feed-grade single-cell protein (SCP) refers to microbial cells used in animal feed, such as yeast, bacteria, mold, and algae. Its production primarily involves fermentation technology, utilizing various organic wastes or industrial byproducts as carbon and nitrogen sources to cultivate microbial cells, followed by collection, separation, and drying to obtain the final product. Feed-grade single-cell protein is rich in protein, amino acids, vitamins, and minerals, and can partially or completely replace plant-based or animal-based proteins such as fishmeal and soybeans in animal feed. It provides a sustainable solution, helping to address protein deficiency and food shortages. With the evolution of the SCP industry, feed-grade single-cell protein can be categorized into emerging SCPs and traditional SCPs, each with distinct characteristics in terms of raw materials, microbial strains, production processes, and application scenarios. The gross profit margin is approximately 10-30%.Global sales of single-cell protein for animal feed are projected to reach approximately 150,000 tons by 2025, with an average price of around $3,000 per ton.
Global key players of feed single cell protein include Meihua Holdings Group, Lesaffre, Associated British Foods plc, Angel Yeast, Lallemand Animal Nutrition, etc. The top three players hold a share over 50%. Asia-Pacific is the largest market, has a share about33%, followed by Europe, and North America, with share 31% and 23%, separately. In terms of product type, traditional SCP is the largest segment, occupied for a share of 58%, and in terms of application, aquaculture has a share about 47%.
Market drivers primarily include the following:
Traditional Protein Resource Shortage
Global fishmeal production has stagnated, and soybean protein production is limited by arable land. Single-cell protein, however, can be produced from industrial waste gas and agricultural waste, independent of arable land and fishery resources, making it a key pathway for sustainable protein supply. For example, methane fermentation technology converts greenhouse gases into high-value protein, alleviating resource competition and carbon emission pressures.
Environmental Policies and Carbon Neutrality Goals
Countries are promoting emissions reduction in livestock farming. Single-cell protein production processes have 60%-90% lower carbon emissions than traditional proteins and can absorb industrial waste gas, aligning with the trend of low-carbon agriculture. The EU and China have included microbial protein in their 14th Five-Year Plans, accelerating technology implementation through subsidies and tax incentives.
Demand for Efficiency Upgrading in Livestock Farming
The transformation of aquaculture and livestock farming towards intensive, high-density models increases the demand for high-quality feed protein. Single-cell protein has a high amino acid balance and excellent digestibility, reducing nitrogen and phosphorus pollution from animal excrement. Simultaneously, functional components (such as antimicrobial peptides) reduce disease risk, helping the livestock industry reduce costs and increase efficiency.
This report is a detailed and comprehensive analysis for global Feed Single Cell Protein market. Both quantitative and qualitative analyses are presented by manufacturers, by region & country, by Type and by Application. As the market is constantly changing, this report explores the competition, supply and demand trends, as well as key factors that contribute to its changing demands across many markets. Company profiles and product examples of selected competitors, along with market share estimates of some of the selected leaders for the year 2025, are provided.
Key Features:
Global Feed Single Cell Protein market size and forecasts, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (Kilotons), and average selling prices (US$/Ton), 2021-2032
Global Feed Single Cell Protein market size and forecasts by region and country, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (Kilotons), and average selling prices (US$/Ton), 2021-2032
Global Feed Single Cell Protein market size and forecasts, by Type and by Application, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (Kilotons), and average selling prices (US$/Ton), 2021-2032
Global Feed Single Cell Protein market shares of main players, shipments in revenue ($ Million), sales quantity (Kilotons), and ASP (US$/Ton), 2021-2026
The Primary Objectives in This Report Are:
To determine the size of the total market opportunity of global and key countries
To assess the growth potential for Feed Single Cell Protein
To forecast future growth in each product and end-use market
To assess competitive factors affecting the marketplace
This report profiles key players in the global Feed Single Cell Protein market based on the following parameters - company overview, sales quantity, revenue, price, gross margin, product portfolio, geographical presence, and key developments. Key companies covered as a part of this study include Meihua Holdings Group, Lesaffre, Associated British Foods plc, Angel Yeast, Lallemand Animal Nutrition, Calysta, Shougang Lanzatech, Kiverdi, iCell Sustainable Nutrition, String Bio, etc.
This report also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals.
Market Segmentation
Feed Single Cell Protein market is split by Type and by Application. For the period 2021-2032, the growth among segments provides accurate calculations and forecasts for consumption value by Type, and by Application in terms of volume and value. This analysis can help you expand your business by targeting qualified niche markets.
Market segment by Type
Traditional SCP
Emerging SCP
Market segment by Technology
Liquid Fermentation
Solid-State Fermentation
Market segment by Functional Category
General Type
Functional Type
Market segment by Application
Aquaculture
Livestock Feed
Major players covered
Meihua Holdings Group
Lesaffre
Associated British Foods plc
Angel Yeast
Lallemand Animal Nutrition
Calysta
Shougang Lanzatech
Kiverdi
iCell Sustainable Nutrition
String Bio
Txy Biotech
Unibio
Tuopu Biology
Agri HongKe Bio-Technology
Titan Biotech
Changqing Biology
KnipBio
Market segment by region, regional analysis covers
North America (United States, Canada, and Mexico)
Europe (Germany, France, United Kingdom, Russia, Italy, and Rest of Europe)
Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, Korea, India, Southeast Asia, and Australia)
South America (Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, and Rest of South America)
Middle East & Africa (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, South Africa, and Rest of Middle East & Africa)
The content of the study subjects, includes a total of 15 chapters:
Chapter 1, to describe Feed Single Cell Protein product scope, market overview, market estimation caveats and base year.
Chapter 2, to profile the top manufacturers of Feed Single Cell Protein, with price, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of Feed Single Cell Protein from 2021 to 2026.
Chapter 3, the Feed Single Cell Protein competitive situation, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of top manufacturers are analyzed emphatically by landscape contrast.
Chapter 4, the Feed Single Cell Protein breakdown data are shown at the regional level, to show the sales quantity, consumption value, and growth by regions, from 2021 to 2032.
Chapter 5 and 6, to segment the sales by Type and by Application, with sales market share and growth rate by Type, by Application, from 2021 to 2032.
Chapter 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11, to break the sales data at the country level, with sales quantity, consumption value, and market share for key countries in the world, from 2021 to 2026.and Feed Single Cell Protein market forecast, by regions, by Type, and by Application, with sales and revenue, from 2027 to 2032.
Chapter 12, market dynamics, drivers, restraints, trends, and Porters Five Forces analysis.
Chapter 13, the key raw materials and key suppliers, and industry chain of Feed Single Cell Protein.
Chapter 14 and 15, to describe Feed Single Cell Protein sales channel, distributors, customers, research findings and conclusion.
Summary:
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