Vietnam’s animal feed production for December 2024 is projected to be 1.38 million tons, with an estimated total of 15.32 million tons for the entire year, according to Vietnam’s General Office of Statistics. This reflects a year-on-year increase of 6.1 percent compared to 2023, indicating robust growth in the sector.
Vietnam’s animal feed production is a crucial component of its agriculture and food industries, supporting the country’s rapidly expanding livestock and aquaculture sectors. The industry produces a wide range of feed for poultry, pigs, cattle, and aquaculture, including fish, shrimp, and other aquatic species. As one of the largest producers of animal feed in Southeast Asia, Vietnam plays a significant role in meeting both domestic and regional demand for quality feed products.
The animal feed sector has seen substantial growth due to increased consumption of meat, dairy, and seafood, driven by rising incomes, urbanisation, and changing dietary habits. Major players in the industry include both domestic companies, such as Cargill Vietnam and Masan Nutri-Science, and multinational corporations that have established production facilities in the country. These companies produce a variety of feeds tailored to different species, using a mix of locally sourced ingredients such as corn, rice bran, and soybean meal, alongside imported materials like wheat and fishmeal.
Vietnam’s strong agricultural base supports the local supply of raw materials for animal feed, although the industry remains dependent on imports for certain ingredients. The government has also introduced policies to promote the sustainable development of animal feed production, focusing on improving feed quality, expanding production capacity, and reducing the sector’s environmental impact.
Challenges for the industry include fluctuations in the prices of raw materials, especially in the face of global supply chain disruptions and changes in trade policies. However, the sector is expected to continue growing, supported by the demand for higher-quality animal products and an emphasis on sustainable and efficient feed production practices. As Vietnam’s livestock and aquaculture industries expand, the animal feed sector will play an increasingly important role in supporting the country’s food security and export potential.
See also: Animal Feed Industry in Vietnam