U.K. Animal Feed Micronutrients Market Outlook

the u.k. animal feed micronutrients market has seen a shift in focus over the past few years. farmers and feed companies have increasingly been looking at how these micronutrients can increase productivity and feed quality for animals. a recent study by the centre for agriculture and bioscience international (cabi) highlighted the potential of micronutrients to improve animal feed efficiency, as well as the decrease in environmental impact of micronutrient use. micronutrient use has seen rapid growth in the u.k., with zinc and copper supplementation now accounting for almost half of all additive use in feed in 2020. this growing demand is being driven by science-based guidelines from the european food safety authority (efsa), which recognizes micronutrient deficiencies in animals can result in significant economic losses if not addressed. this growing awareness of the importance of micronutrients has seen a number of companies focus on developing advanced formulations of feed supplements that are tailored to the needs of specific animals. another key factor driving the demand for animal feed micronutrients in the u.k. is cost. animal feed additives are often much cheaper than bulk-feeding animals, meaning that more producers can benefit from higher quality feed and nutrition without having to pay more. this is particularly true for smaller producers, as well as those who are trying to balance the cost of feed with the cost of labor. this cost-efficiency is helping to drive increased use of micronutrients throughout the animal feed industry. the range of micronutrients on the market has also increased in recent years, meaning producers have access to a variety of sources, including natural, synthetic, and organic compounds. this range means producers have access to more balanced, tailored solutions for their particular animals’ needs. in conclusion, the u.k. animal feed micronutrients market has seen a shift in focus over the past few years due to the growing awareness of the benefits of those micronutrients. as the range of available micronutrients continues to expand, the market is expected to continue to grow in popularity. cost-efficiency is also playing an important role in driving demand, making the micronutrients industry an attractive prospect for producers across the u.k.