A recent analysis by DataM Intelligence reveals that the global mycotoxin feed testing market hit US$912.10 million in 2023 and is forecast to reach approximately US$2,242.25 million by 2031, expanding at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of about 11.9% over the 2024–2031 period. The accelerating demand is being driven by heightened awareness of animal health risks, more stringent feed regulations, and technological innovation in detection methods.

Key Market Drivers

  • Animal Health & Productivity – Livestock producers are increasingly focused on prevention of losses related to mycotoxin contamination, such as reduced feed intake, stunted growth, immune suppression, and overall performance decline.

  • Regulatory Pressure & Safety Standards – Stronger regulations and compliance requirements worldwide are pushing feed manufacturers to deploy more rigorous testing protocols to ensure safety of their products.

  • Technological Advances – Advances in rapid test kits, immunoassays, and automation are enabling more accurate, faster, and more cost-effective detection of multiple mycotoxin types.

  • Globalization & Supply Chain Risk – As feed ingredients traverse longer supply chains and storage/transport conditions vary, the risk of fungal growth and toxin formation increases, reinforcing demand for testing.

Challenges & Restraints

  • Cost Barriers – High costs associated with specialized testing equipment, reagents, and skilled personnel can limit adoption, especially in smaller feed operations or in developing regions.

  • Lack of Awareness – Some producers or stakeholders may underestimate the scale or effects of mycotoxin contamination, delaying investment in testing.

  • Complexity of Samples – Variability of feed materials, co-occurrence of multiple mycotoxins, and uneven distribution of toxins in batches make detection and sampling difficult.

Segment Insights & End-User Landscape

  • Type of Mycotoxin – Aflatoxins lead in terms of concern due to their high toxicity and strong regulatory control. Other mycotoxins—such as ochratoxin, fumonisins, deoxynivalenol (DON), and zearalenone—are also driving market demand.

  • Testing Technologies – Chromatography-based methods, immunoassays, lateral flow assays and rapid kits are all in heavy use. Increasingly, testing solutions that can detect multiple mycotoxins in one assay are gaining traction.

  • End Users – Key adopters include feed manufacturers, regulatory agencies, research institutions, and third-party testing labs.

Regional Outlook

  • North America holds the largest share of the market, boosted by strong regulatory frameworks, high feed industry standards, and adoption of advanced technologies.

  • Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest‐growing region, driven by increasing agricultural production, rising import/export of feed ingredients, and increasing regulatory oversight.

  • Europe continues to impose strict standards for feed safety, requiring regular testing, which supports market growth in that region.

Recent Developments

  • New Partnerships & Tools: In 2025, Alltech expanded its RAPIREAD™ testing program by partnering with Waters | VICAM to incorporate the Vertu™ TOUCH analytical reader. This tool enables feed and grain producers to perform rapid, on-site quantitative tests for six major mycotoxins—including aflatoxin, fumonisin, ochratoxin A, DON, zearalenone, and the T-2/HT-2 toxins.

  • Survey Findings Highlight Rising Prevalence: A survey by dsm-firmenich conducted in 2025 across 70 countries found that most of the six key mycotoxins increased in prevalence in feed samples. In regions such as China and South Asia, the prevalence of aflatoxins, deoxynivalenol (DON), zearalenone, and fumonisins rose notably.

  • Import Risk Analysis in Asia: The Alltech 2025 Asia Import Risk Analysis identified significant variation in mycotoxin contamination in imported feed grains. Differences in mycotoxin profiles were observed between grains from Southern vs Northern Europe, and rising risk from Fusarium toxins (such as DON) and aflatoxins was reported in several Asian markets.

  • Growing Market Value in 2025: According to recent industry reports, the mycotoxin feed testing market size increased from around US$1.45 billion in 2024 to US$1.54 billion in 2025, reflecting steady but meaningful growth. The market is forecasted to reach approximately US$2.11 billion by 2029, supported by regulatory tightening, increased consumer awareness, and climate-related threats to feed safety.

Outlook & Strategic Opportunities

With the increasing threat of mycotoxin contamination—exacerbated by shifting weather patterns, supply chain vulnerabilities, and heightened regulatory and consumer expectations—stakeholders in the feed industry are urged to take proactive measures. Opportunities lie in:

  • Investing in more sensitive, multiplex detection technologies that can test for multiple toxins simultaneously.

  • Expanding infrastructure to enable rapid, on-farm or feed-mill testing.

  • Improving risk mapping and import analysis to predict potential contamination hotspots.

  • Strengthening training, awareness, and adoption of best practices in storage, transport, and handling to reduce contamination risk.

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