Industry Statistics and Rankings
How does this industry perform in Italy compared to Europe?
Country Benchmarking
Industry Data Italy
Ranking are out of 37 European countries for which IBISWorld provides country-level factsheets.
Revenue
#8 In EuropeBusiness
#9 In EuropeEmployees
#9 In EuropeWages
#8 In EuropeThe European animal feed productions market is evolving, driven by a surge in demand for organic, sustainable and high-welfare products. This shift extends into the diets of their livestock and pets. The number of farms practicing organic methods (including in France, which boasts the third-highest area of organic farms globally) is on the rise, boosting demand for organic feeds. This is pushing the industry to innovate and adapt to meet these new preferences head-on.
Enterprises
Number of businesses in 2024
Biggest companies in the Animal Feed Production in Italy
| Company | Market Share (%)
2024 | Revenue (€m)
2024 | Profit (€m)
2024 | Profit Margin (%)
2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Nutreco NV | 4,018.1 | 880.2 | 21.9 | |
Nestlé SA | 102,841.2 | 12,950.5 | 12.6 | |
Avril SCA | 8,000.4 | 431.2 | 5.4 |
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Top Questions Answered in this Report
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What is the market size of the Animal Feed Production industry in Italy in 2024?
The market size of the Animal Feed Production industry in Italy is €6.1bn in 2024.
How many businesses are there in the Animal Feed Production in Italy industry in 2024?
There are 431 businesses in the Animal Feed Production industry in Italy, which has declined at a CAGR of 0.9 % between 2019 and 2024.
Has the Animal Feed Production industry in Italy grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Animal Feed Production industry in Italy has been growing at a CAGR of 0.8 % between 2019 and 2024.
What is the forecast growth of the Animal Feed Production industry in Italy over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Animal Feed Production industry in Italy is expected to grow.
What are the biggest companies in the Animal Feed Production market in Italy?
The biggest companies operating in the Animal Feed Production market in Italy are Nutreco NV, Nestlé SA and Avril SCA
What does the Animal Feed Production in Italy include?
Farm animal feed and Aquafeed are part of the Animal Feed Production industry.
Which companies have the highest market share in the Animal Feed Production in Italy?
The company holding the most market share in Italy is Nutreco NV.
How competitive is the Animal Feed Production industry in Italy?
The level of competition is moderate and increasing in the Animal Feed Production industry in Italy.
Related Industries
This industry is covered in 37 countries
Domestic industries
Competitors
Complementors
- Meat Processing in Italy
- Agricultural Product Wholesaling in Italy
Table of Contents
About this industry
Industry definition
Companies in this industry manufacture prepared feed for farm animals and pets. This includes treating slaughter waste to produce animal feed.
Related Terms
GENETICALLY MODIFIED ORGANISMORGANIC FEEDLUPINWhat's included in this industry?
Farm animal feedAquafeedPet foodCompanies
Nutreco NVNestlé SAAvril SCAIndustry Code
108 - Manufacture of prepared animal feeds in Italy
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Performance
Revenue Highlights
Trends
- Revenue
- 2024 Revenue Growth
- Revenue Volatility
Employment Highlights
Trends
- Employees
- Employees per Business
- Revenue per Employee
Business Highlights
Trends
- Businesses
- Employees per Business
- Revenue per Business
Profit Highlights
Trends
- Total Profit
- Profit Margin
- Profit per Business
Current Performance
Charts
- Revenue
- Employees
- Business
- Profit
Analysis
What's driving current industry performance in the Animal Feed Production in Italy industry?
Outlook
Analysis
What's driving the Animal Feed Production in Italy industry outlook?
Volatility
Analysis
What influences volatility in the Animal Feed Production in Italy industry?
Charts
- Industry Volatility vs. Revenue Growth Matrix
Life Cycle
Analysis
What determines the industry life cycle stage in the Animal Feed Production in Italy industry?
Charts
- Industry Life Cycle Matrix
Products and Markets
Highlights
Trends
- Largest Market
- Product Innovation
Key Takeaways
Demand for animal feed drops as meat consumption falls. This trend, influenced by growing flexitarian diets, means fewer animals need feeding. It's pushing the industry towards healthier, more sustainable feed options.
Products and Services
Charts
- Products and Services Segmentation
Analysis
How are the Animal Feed Production in Italy industry's products and services performing?
Analysis
What are innovations in the Animal Feed Production in Italy industry's products and services?
Major Markets
Charts
- Major Market Segmentation
Analysis
What influences demand in the Animal Feed Production in Italy industry?
International Trade
Highlights
- Total Imports into Italy
- Total Exports into Italy
Heat maps
- Industry Concentration of Imports by Country
- Industry Concentration of Exports by Country
Data Tables
Value and annual change (%) included
- Number of Imports and Exports by European Country (2024)
Competitive Forces
Highlights
Trends
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Substitutes
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
Key Takeaways
Innovation and sustainability increase market concentration. Successful feed producers gain a competitive edge by adopting advanced, eco-friendly production technologies and creating nutritionally superior products that meet both regulatory standards and demand for sustainable options.
Supply Chain
Charts
Buyer and supply industries
Geographic Breakdown
Business Locations
Heat maps
- Share of Total Industry Establishments by Region (2024)
Data Tables
- Number of Establishments by Region (2024)
Charts
- Share of Establishments vs. Population of Each Region
Analysis
What regions are businesses in the Animal Feed Production in Italy located?
Companies
Data Tables
Top 3 companies by market share:
- Market share (2024)
- Revenue (2024)
- Profit (2024)
- Profit margin (2024)
External Environment
Highlights
Trends
- Regulation & Policy
- Assistance
Key Takeaways
Regulation ensures safety in animal feed industry. Legislation like Regulation (EC) No 882/2004 are designed to protect both animal and human health by controlling the quality of feed, ensuring it's free from harmful contaminants.
External Drivers
Analysis
What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Animal Feed Production in Italy industry?
Financial Benchmarks
Highlights
Trends
- Profit Margin
- Average Wage
- Largest Cost
Key Takeaways
Rising costs squeeze animal feed producers’ returns. Despite steady demand, climbing purchase and fuel costs are putting significant financial pressure on animal feed producers.
Cost Structure
Charts
- Share of Economy vs. Investment Matrix
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Industry Cost Structure Benchmarks:
- Marketing
- Depreciation
- Profit
- Purchases
- Wages
- Rent
- Utilities
- Other
Analysis
What trends impact cost in the Animal Feed Production in Italy industry?
Key Ratios
Data tables
- IVA/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Imports/Demand (2014-2029)
- Exports/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Revenue per Employee (2014-2029)
- Wages/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Employees per Establishment (2014-2029)
- Average Wage (2014-2029)
Country Benchmarks
European Leaders & Laggards
Data Tables
Top and boottom five countries listed for each:
- Revenue Growth (2024)
- Business Growth (2024)
- Job Growth (2024)
European Country Performance
Data Tables
Rankings available for 37 countries. Statistics ranked include:
- IVA/Revenue (2024)
- Imports/Demand (2024)
- Exports/Revenue (2024)
- Revenue per Employee (2024)
- Wages/Revenue (2024)
- Employees per Establishment (2024)
- Average Wage (2024)
Structural Comparison
Data Tables
Trends in 37 countries benchmarked against trends in Europe
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
- Volatility
- Capital Intensity
- Innovation
- Life Cycle
Key Statistics
Industry Data
Data Tables
Including values and annual change:
- Revenue (2014-2029)
- IVA (2014-2029)
- Establishments (2014-2029)
- Enterprises (2014-2029)
- Employment (2014-2029)
- Exports (2014-2029)
- Imports (2014-2029)
- Wages (2014-2029)
Methodology
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