Corn Gluten Feed Market Size, Share, By Product Type (Wet Corn Gluten Feed, and Dry Corn Gluten Feed), By Application (Ruminants, Poultry, Swine, Aquaculture, and Others), By Source (Corn Starch, Corn Ethanol, and Corn Syrup), By Form (Pellets, and Loose Form), By Distribution Channel (Direct, and Indirect), and By Region - Trends, Analysis and Forecast till 2034

Corn gluten feed market size was valued at USD 6.5 Billion in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 9.95 Billion by 2034, growing at a CAGR of 4.8%.

Corn gluten feed is a by-product of wet milling of corn and is used as a high-fiber, moderate-protein feed for livestock, such as ruminants, mainly cattle and sheep. Damp and dry forms of CGF are available; it is an inexpensive alternative to other feed such as soybean meal. The growing livestock market and increasing ethanol production in countries like the U.S. and Brazil fuel demand for CGF. Applications stretch from cattle, poultry, and swine to aquaculture, with the most significant differences in seasonal fluctuations, climate change, and corn price variations. Despite these challenges, the market will continue to grow steadily with the expansion of the livestock industry, increased ethanol production, and education on sustainable feed usage.

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Key Drivers of Target Market:

Growing Corn Processing Industry

• The rising production of ethanol, corn starch, and corn syrup is going to spur demand in the corn gluten feed market. Corn gluten feed is a byproduct of such industries, and as the production of ethanol increases in the North American and Latin American regions, the supply of corn gluten feed also rises.

Increased Demand for Feed among Animals

• The global increase in meat consumption continues to drive the demand for animal feed. Corn gluten feed has remained a favorite in place of expensive feed ingredients like soybean meal, especially among ruminants like cattle that digest feed with relatively high fiber. This trend has increased mainly because of the rapid growth of livestock operations across developed and emerging markets.

Restrains:

Alternative Feed Ingredients Competition

• Corn gluten feed is competed against other animal feed ingredients, including soybean meal, DDGS, and other protein-rich feed. The choice of these alternative feeds may be more attractive, especially for non-ruminant animals such as poultry and swine, if it provides a higher level of protein or nutrition than corn gluten feed. Fluctuations in the prices of the alternative feed may impact the demand for corn gluten feed.

Opportunities:

Livestock and Dairy Farming

• Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and Africa are witnessing rapid livestock and dairy farming growth due to increased urbanization and higher disposable incomes. This, in turn, will create significant opportunities for corn gluten feed in these regions mainly because farmers continue to search for an economical feed that meets the growing demand for meat and dairy products. The growth is especially seen within ruminant farming.

The market is segmented based on Product Type, Application, Source, Form, Distribution Channel, and Region.

Product Type Insights:

• Wet Corn Gluten Feed: It is the byproduct of the wet milling process in either corn starch or ethanol production. This type has relatively higher moisture levels, between 40 and 60%, and is thus suited for short-term storage and localized distribution. Wet corn gluten feed is preferred for feeding in local areas due to less transportation costs and more readily digestible. It is full of protein, fiber, and energy and is very suitable for feeds, particularly for cattle.
• Dry Corn Gluten Feed: this is dried to a low moisture content to reduce storage and transportation costs over long distances. Dry corn gluten feed has the same nutritional content as wet corn gluten feed but has a longer shelf life. Dry feed is preferable for areas where wet feed cannot practically be supplied. Its energy intensity increases the cost of production, but its amenability to handling and flexibility offer an advantage for its wide use in ruminant and non-ruminant feed applications.

Application Insights:

• Ruminants: Ruminant, like cattle and sheep, are the biggest consumers of corn gluten feed due to their excellent ability to digest fiber. Corn gluten feed is very palatable and creates a more affordable source of energy and protein. These nutrients are very helpful in beef and dairy production. Milk yield and weight gain increase in ruminants fed on corn gluten feed. It supplies both the fiber and energy for ruminants, even though these are added value to the diet beyond what the animals naturally consume as a grazing diet.
• Poultry: Corn gluten feed is a supplement feed for poultry, providing protein and amino acids to enable growth and egg production. Though less utilized than corn gluten meal, which contains a higher protein content, corn gluten feed can also provide an excellent diet component, primarily for broilers and layer hens that will improve feed conversion ratios.
• Swine: Corn gluten feed is included in swine diets for its fiber and energy content. It is not as high in protein as soybean meal, which has limited its use for younger pigs; however, it is very valued in diets of growing-finishing pigs. Including corn gluten feed in the diet of swine can reduce feed costs with no sacrifice in performance.
• Aquaculture: Corn gluten feed is directly used in aquaculture as a supplemental protein source for fish and shrimp. Because of its high digestibility and energy, it may be valuable as a feed ingredient in reducing dependence on expensive fishmeal. It supports growth in catfish and tilapia species with a well-balanced nutrient profile.
• Other: uses include pet food, where this material can be used as a source of dietary fiber. Thirdly, some niches are specialty livestock like goats and deer. Organic farming systems also use corn and gluten feed. Its adaptability varies from species to species, showing its versatility in animal nutrition.

Source Insights:

• Corn Starch: Corn gluten feed is a by-product from the wet milling process of the corn starch industry. It is one of the major sources for producing corn gluten feed, primarily in areas where the food, pharmaceutical, and industrial demand for starch products is high. This feed's residual fiber, protein, and energy make it highly valuable for feed purposes.
• Corn Ethanol: The by-product of the corn ethanol industry is created from the distiller's grain left in the ethanol-making process. In countries that majorly produce biofuel, ethanol-sourced corn gluten feed contains a higher amount of energy and is thus suited for high-performance livestock feeding.
• Corn Syrup: Corn syrup production generates corn gluten feed as a by-product, although in lesser quantities than starch and ethanol. It provides nutritionally equivalent benefits, except with some differences in fiber and protein content depending on the type of processing used for the syrup.

Form Insights:

• Pellets: Feed is usually pelleted so that it can be readily stored, handled, and transported. Pelleted feeds have advantages, like minimal dusting, minimal wastage, and improved feed efficiency. When feeds are compressed into a uniform-size pellet, consistency in rations and better storage stability result.
• Loose Form: This loose corn gluten feed is available naturally and uncompressed. This is usually used only in places nearer to the production site where transportation is fine. However, though more difficult to handle than pellets, loose corn gluten feed is still a cheaper product for large-scale feeding and short-term feeding programs.

Distribution Channel Insights:

• Direct: Direct sales by manufacturers to the end-users, such as big farms and feed lots, are included in the direct distribution channel. Direct sales usually offer better prices and quantity purchases as they eliminate intermediaries. Big stock-farming usually buys corn gluten feed directly from production facilities.
• Indirect: Indirect channels include distributors, wholesalers, and retailers. These are used where the larger market area or area cannot receive direct supply. Indirect channels bring corn gluten feed to smaller farms, cooperatives, and animal feed retailers. Indirect distribution channels expand market access and mobility of the product in various farming areas that lie far apart or are fragmented.

Regional insights:

• North America: This is the other significant region in the corn gluten feed market, where large-scale corn production is prevalent, especially in the United States. Demand mostly comes from livestock and dairy companies, which utilize both wet and dry feed types. They also possess production facilities for ethanol and starches and support this market.
• Europe: The market is mature, with needs in the dairy and beef cattle sectors. GMO regulation influences the type of corn gluten feed that can be used. Most countries see increased demand for non-GMO or organic feed varieties, primarily because consumers prefer organic milk and meat.
• Asia-Pacific: The market for Asia Pacific is growing at a high rate because of increasing livestock in China and India. Rising demand for protein-rich diets and economical feed enhances growth in the market. This industry finds strong support from the growth of the aquaculture segment.
• Latin America is another promising region with greater growth of the cattle industry across this continent, particularly in Brazil and Argentina. Increased demand in Brazil for ethanol production also presents an added source of corn gluten feed primarily from ethanol plants.
• Middle East & Africa: The Middle East and Africa region has a small but growing market for corn gluten feed. Increasing investment in livestock production, mainly in Saudi Arabia and South Africa, supports market growth. The region relies on imported corn gluten feed as there is little local corn production.

Corn Gluten Feed Market Report Scope:

Attribute	Details
Market Size 2024	USD 6.5 Billion
Projected Market Size 2034	USD 9.95 Billion
CAGR Growth Rate	4.8%
Base year for estimation	2023
Forecast period	2024 – 2034
Market representation	Revenue in USD Billion & CAGR from 2024 to 2034
Market Segmentation	By Product Type- Wet Corn Gluten Feed, and Dry Corn Gluten Feed By Application- Ruminants, Poultry, Swine, Aquaculture, and Others By Source- Corn Starch, Corn Ethanol, and Corn Syrup By Form- Pellets, and Loose Form By Distribution Channel- Direct, and Indirect
Regional scope	North America - U.S., Canada Europe - UK, Germany, Spain, France, Italy, Russia, Rest of Europe Asia Pacific - Japan, India, China, South Korea, Australia, Rest of Asia-Pacific Latin America - Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, Rest of Latin America Middle East & Africa - South Africa, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Rest of Middle East & Africa
Report coverage	Revenue forecast, company share, competitive landscape, growth factors, and trends

Segments Covered in the Report:

This report forecasts revenue growth at global, regional, and country levels and provides an analysis of the latest industry trends and opportunities in each of the sub-segments from 2024 to 2034. For the purpose of this study segmented the target market report based on Product Type, Application, Source, Form, Distribution Channel, and Region.

Segmentation:

By Product Type:

• Wet Corn Gluten Feed
• Dry Corn Gluten Feed

By Application:

• Ruminants
• Poultry
• Swine
• Aquaculture
• others

By Source:

• Corn Starch
• Corn Ethanol
• Corn Syrup

By Form:

• Pellets
• Loose Form

By Distribution Channel:

• Direct
• Indirect

By Region:

• North America
  • U.S.
  • Canada
• Europe
  • Germany
  • UK
  • France
  • Russia
  • Italy
  • Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • India
  • Japan
  • South Korea
  • Rest of Asia Pacific
• Latin America
  • Brazil
  • Mexico
  • Rest of Latin America
• Middle East & Africa
  • GCC
  • Israel
  • South Africa
  • Rest of Middle East & Africa

The key players operating the Corn Gluten Feed Market include Archer Daniels Midland (ADM), Cargill, Inc., Tate & Lyle PLC, Ingredion Incorporated, Bunge Limited, Roquette Frères, Tereos Group, AGRANA Group, Green Plains Partners LP, Louis Dreyfus Company, Trouw Nutrition (part of Nutreco), Glencore Agriculture, Meihua Holdings Group Co. Ltd., Kent Nutrition Group, Tate & Lyle PLC.

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• In January 2024, ADM (Archer Daniels Midland) Expands Corn Processing Operations, the leader in the corn processing business, doubling its North American corn wet milling capacity in an effort to feed the growing demand for corn gluten feed in livestock and aquaculture. Increased production of both wet and dry forms of corn gluten feed will be sold to dairy and beef farming.
• In February 2024, Cargill's Sustainable Feed Initiative launched an initiative to reduce carbon emissions in animal feed production, starting with corn gluten feed. The program aims to optimize the supply chain for by-products from corn, such as corn gluten feed, while minimizing water consumption during manufacturing. It attends to the increasing demand for eco-friendly solutions for feeds.
• In March 2024, Roquette announced the development and launch of a GMO-free corn gluten feed portfolio to meet the rising demand for organic and non-GMO feed in European markets. That move aligns with the tougher regulation orders and consumer preferences for non-GMO livestock products in regions like Europe and North America.

• Archer Daniels Midland (ADM)
  • Company Overview
  • Product Portfolio
  • Key Highlights
  • Financial Performance
  • Business Strategies
• Cargill, Inc.
• Tate & Lyle PLC
• Ingredion Incorporated
• Bunge Limited
• Roquette Frères
• Tereos Group
• AGRANA Group
• Green Plains Partners LP
• Louis Dreyfus Company
• Trouw Nutrition
• Glencore Agriculture
• Meihua Holdings Group Co. Ltd.
• Kent Nutrition Group
• Tate & Lyle PLC

“*” marked represents similar segmentation in other categories in the respective section.

Research Objective and Assumption

• Research Objectives
• Assumptions
• Abbreviations

Market Preview

• Report Description
  • Market Definition and Scope
• Executive Summary
  • Market Snippet, By Product Type
  • Market Snippet, By Application
  • Market Snippet, By Source
  • Market Snippet, By Form
  • Market Snippet, By Distribution Channel
  • Market Snippet, By Region
• Opportunity Map Analysis

Market Dynamics, Regulations, and Trends Analysis

• Market Dynamics
  • Drivers
  • Restraints
  • Market Opportunities
• Market Trends
• Product Launch
• Merger and Acquisitions
• Impact Analysis
• PEST Analysis
• Porter’s Analysis

Market Segmentation, By Product Type, Forecast Period up to 10 Years, (USD Bn)

• Overview
  • Market Value and Forecast (USD Bn), and Share Analysis (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Segment Trends
• Wet Corn Gluten Feed
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
• Dry Corn Gluten Feed
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years

Market Segmentation, By Application, Forecast Period up to 10 Years, (USD Bn)

• Overview
  • Market Value and Forecast (USD Bn), and Share Analysis (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Segment Trends
• Ruminants
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
• Poultry
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
• Swine
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
• Aquaculture
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
• Others
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years

Market Segmentation, By Source, Forecast Period up to 10 Years, (USD Bn)

• Overview
  • Market Value and Forecast (USD Bn), and Share Analysis (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Segment Trends
• Corn Starch
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
• Corn Ethanol
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
• Corn Syrup
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years

Market Segmentation, By Form, Forecast Period up to 10 Years, (USD Bn)

• Overview
  • Market Value and Forecast (USD Bn), and Share Analysis (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Segment Trends
• Pellets
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
• Loose Form
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years

Market Segmentation, By Distribution Channel, Forecast Period up to 10 Years, (USD Bn)

• Overview
  • Market Value and Forecast (USD Bn), and Share Analysis (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Segment Trends
• Direct
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
• Indirect
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years

Market Segmentation, By Region, Forecast Period up to 10 Years, (USD Bn)

• Overview
  • Market Value and Forecast (USD Bn), and Share Analysis (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Regional Trends
• North America
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Product Type, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Application, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Source, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Form, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Distribution Channel, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Country, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
    • U.S
    • Canada
• Asia Pacific
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Product Type, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Application, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Source, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Form, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Distribution Channel, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Country, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
    • India
    • Japan
    • South Korea
    • China
    • Rest of Asia Pacific
• Europe
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Product Type, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Application, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Source, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Form, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Distribution Channel, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Country, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
    • UK
    • Germany
    • France
    • Russia
    • Italy
    • Rest of Europe
• Latin America
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Product Type, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Application, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Source, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Form, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Distribution Channel, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Country, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
    • Brazil
    • Mexico
    • Rest of Latin America
• Middle East and Africa
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Product Type, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Application, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Source, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Form, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Distribution Channel, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Country, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
    • GCC
    • Israel
    • South Africa
    • Rest of Middle East and Africa

Competitive Landscape

• Heat Map Analysis
• Company Profiles

• Archer Daniels Midland (ADM)
• Cargill, Inc.
• Tate & Lyle PLC
• Ingredion Incorporated
• Bunge Limited
• Roquette Frères
• Tereos Group
• AGRANA Group
• Green Plains Partners LP
• Louis Dreyfus Company
• Trouw Nutrition
• Glencore Agriculture
• Meihua Holdings Group Co. Ltd.
• Kent Nutrition Group
• Tate & Lyle PLC

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