Global Leading Market Research Publisher QYResearch announces the release of its latest report “Feed β-Glucanase – Global Market Share and Ranking, Overall Sales and Demand Forecast 2026-2032”. Based on current situation and impact historical analysis (2021-2025) and forecast calculations (2026-2032), this report provides a comprehensive analysis of the global Feed β-Glucanase market, including market size, share, demand, industry development status, and forecasts for the next few years.
The global market for Feed β-Glucanase was estimated to be worth US$ 45.83 million in 2025 and is projected to reach US$ 75.21 million, growing at a CAGR of 7.4% from 2026 to 2032. In 2024, global feed β-glucanase production reached 7,120 tons, with an average global market price of US,010 per ton. Feed β-glucanase refers to exogenous β-glucan-degrading enzymes produced by fungal or bacterial fermentation. It is a functional enzyme preparation specifically used in the feed industry. Its primary function is to degrade β-glucans, the non-starch polysaccharide components in the cell walls of cereals (such as barley, wheat, and oats), reducing their anti-nutritional effects in the animal digestive tract, thereby improving feed utilization. It is used in monogastric animals such as poultry and pigs, as well as in aquaculture. From an upstream and downstream supply perspective, the upstream sector includes suppliers of the microbial strains required for production (such as genetically engineered strains of Trichoderma reesei and Aspergillus niger) and fermentation raw materials (such as carbon and nitrogen sources like corn starch and soybean meal). The midstream sector comprises enzyme manufacturers, and the downstream end-users are large-scale feed producers and integrated livestock operations, which add complex enzyme products containing β-glucanase to premixes and complete feeds.
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1. Industry Pain Points and the Role of β-Glucanase in Feed Formulation
Barley, wheat, and oats are cost-effective feed ingredients widely used in poultry, swine, and aquaculture diets—particularly in regions where corn is expensive or scarce. However, these cereals contain β-glucans, soluble non-starch polysaccharides that increase digesta viscosity, trap nutrients, and promote pathogenic bacterial overgrowth. The result: reduced feed intake, poor weight gain, wet litter issues in poultry, and increased mortality. Feed β-glucanase addresses these challenges by specifically degrading β-glucans into lower-molecular-weight oligosaccharides, reducing intestinal viscosity, improving nutrient release, and supporting gut health. For feed manufacturers and integrators, β-glucanase enables higher inclusion rates of cost-effective barley and wheat without compromising feed efficiency or animal performance.
2. Market Size, Production Volume, and Growth Trajectory (2024–2032)
According to QYResearch, the global feed β-glucanase market was valued at US$ 45.83 million in 2025 and is projected to reach US$ 75.21 million by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 7.4% —significantly above the broader feed enzymes segment average. In 2024, global production reached 7,120 tons with an average selling price of US$ 6,010 per ton. Market growth is driven by three factors: rising global barley and wheat usage in feed (particularly in Europe, Canada, Australia, and Russia), increasing adoption of antibiotic-free production requiring gut health management tools, and aquaculture expansion where β-glucanase improves plant-based feed digestibility.
3. Six-Month Industry Update (October 2025–March 2026)
Recent market intelligence reveals four notable developments:
- Strain engineering breakthroughs: Novozymes and AB Enzymes launched next-generation Trichoderma reesei strains achieving 25–35% higher β-glucanase activity per fermentation liter, reducing production costs by an estimated 10–15%.
- Regulatory support for barley-based diets: The EU’s revised Feed Material Catalogue (2025/188) clarified maximum β-glucan thresholds for barley in poultry diets, indirectly encouraging β-glucanase use to meet specifications.
- Aquafeed adoption surge: Feed β-glucanase inclusion in salmonid and tilapia feeds grew 18% year-over-year as plant-based protein sources (soy, canola, rapeseed) replace fishmeal, and β-glucans from these ingredients become a concern.
- China capacity expansion: Wuhan Sunhy Biology and Shandong Sukahan Bio-Technology added new fermentation lines, increasing domestic β-glucanase production capacity by approximately 2,500 tons annually.
4. Competitive Landscape and Key Suppliers
The market includes global enzyme leaders and regional specialists:
- Novozymes (Denmark): Global leader in feed enzymes, broad β-glucanase portfolio.
- AB Enzymes (Germany/France): Strong in thermostable formulations for pelleted feeds.
- DSM-Firmenich (Global): Multi-enzyme complexes including β-glucanase.
- Aum Enzymes (India), BASF (Germany), Kemin Industries (US), Creative Biogene (US), Guangdong Vtr Bio-Tech (China), Wuhan Sunhy Biology (China), Fuda Biotech (China), Sunson Industry Group (China), Beijing Strowin Biotechnology (BSB) (China), Shandong Sukahan Bio-Technology (China), Qingdao Vland Biotech (China).
Competition centers on pH activity range (acidic vs. neutral), thermostability (survival at 70–85°C pelletization), and substrate specificity (efficiency against barley vs. wheat vs. oat β-glucans).
5. Segment-by-Segment Analysis: Type and Application
By Type (pH Optimum)
- Acidic β-Glucanase: Active at pH 3.5–5.5. Suitable for monogastric stomach environment (swine, poultry proventriculus/gizzard). Dominant segment (~65% of market) due to higher efficacy in gastric conditions.
- Neutral β-Glucanase: Active at pH 6.0–7.5. Suitable for aquaculture (fish intestinal pH is typically neutral) and for post-gastric applications. Growing faster (CAGR 8.2%) due to aquaculture expansion.
By Application
- Poultry: Largest segment (~45% of market). Broilers on barley- or wheat-based diets benefit from reduced digesta viscosity, improved FCR (0.05–0.08 points), and reduced wet litter (15–25% improvement).
- Swine: (~30% of market). Particularly effective in weanling and grow-finish diets containing barley or wheat middlings. Reduces diarrhea incidence and improves daily gain.
- Aquaculture: Fastest-growing segment (CAGR 9.5%). β-glucanase improves digestibility of plant-based aquafeeds for salmon, tilapia, carp, and shrimp. Also reduces β-glucan-induced immune stimulation that can divert energy from growth.
- Others: Including rabbits, horses, and companion animals.
User case – Canadian swine operation: A 5,000-sow farrow-to-finish operation replaced 20% of corn with locally sourced barley (30% β-glucan content) supplemented with feed β-glucanase (Novozymes). Results: feed cost reduced by US$ 8 per ton, average daily gain maintained, and wean-to-finish mortality unchanged. Annual savings: US$ 240,000.
6. Exclusive Insight: Manufacturing – Acidic vs. Neutral Enzyme Production
Two production technology pathways serve distinct market segments:
- Acidic β-Glucanase: Produced via Aspergillus niger or Trichoderma reesei submerged fermentation (SmF). Optimized for gastric pH activity. Requires lower purification but must withstand pepsin proteolysis. Preferred for poultry and swine. Cost: US$ 5,000–6,500 per ton.
- Neutral β-Glucanase: Produced via Bacillus subtilis or Bacillus licheniformis fermentation. Higher purity requirements. Activity at neutral pH without proteolytic degradation concerns. Preferred for aquaculture and post-gastric applications. Cost: US$ 7,000–9,000 per ton.
Technical challenge: Thermostability during feed pelleting (70–85°C) remains the critical performance differentiator. Liquid post-pelleting application retains 95%+ activity but requires specialized equipment. Dry, coated formulations (Novozymes, AB Enzymes) achieve 80–85% retention after pelleting vs. 50–60% for uncoated powders. Field trials show coated β-glucanase delivers 85% of predicted viscosity reduction vs. 60% for standard powders.
User case – Spanish poultry integrator: A 15-million-bird operation using 40% barley in broiler diets switched from uncoated to coated β-glucanase (AB Enzymes). Feed mill pelleting temperature: 80°C. Results: enzyme activity retention improved from 58% to 83%, digesta viscosity reduced by an additional 35%, FCR improved from 1.62 to 1.58, generating annual savings of US$ 850,000.
7. Regional Outlook and Strategic Recommendations
- Europe: Largest market (40% share). High barley and wheat usage in northern Europe (UK, Germany, Denmark, Finland, Sweden). Strict antibiotic reduction policies favor β-glucanase adoption. Opportunity in multi-enzyme complexes.
- Asia-Pacific: Fastest-growing region (CAGR 8.5%). China, Vietnam, Thailand – growing aquaculture and poultry sectors. Barley imports increasing; local suppliers (Wuhan Sunhy, Shandong Sukahan) gaining share.
- North America: Mature but growing market. Barley usage higher in Canada (western provinces) than US. Opportunity in DDGS-based diets where residual β-glucans are present.
- Latin America: Argentina and Chile – barley-growing regions with expanding poultry and aquaculture sectors. Price sensitivity moderate.
- Middle East & Africa: Emerging market. Barley-based feed common in dryland regions (North Africa, Saudi Arabia). Opportunity for cost-effective formulations.
8. Conclusion
The feed β-glucanase market is positioned for accelerated growth through 2032, outpacing the broader feed enzymes segment. As feed cost pressures intensify and antibiotic-free production becomes standard, the ability to neutralize β-glucan anti-nutritional factors in barley, wheat, and oats delivers direct economic returns. Stakeholders—from enzyme manufacturers to large-scale integrators—should prioritize thermostable formulations, pH-appropriate enzyme selection (acidic for poultry/swine, neutral for aquaculture), and regional feed ingredient strategies. By improving gut health and feed efficiency, feed β-glucanase unlocks the full nutritional value of cost-effective cereal grains.
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