China Livestock Market (2025-2031) | Outlook, Companies, Share, Value, Revenue, Analysis, Trends, Forecast, Industry, Growth & Size

China Livestock Market Growth Rate

China Livestock Market Highlights

Topics Covered in the China Livestock Market Report

The China Livestock Market report thoroughly covers the market by animal type. The market report provides an unbiased and detailed analysis of ongoing market trends, opportunities/high growth areas, and market drivers, which would help stakeholders to devise and align their market strategies according to the current and future market dynamics.

China Livestock Market Synopsis

China Livestock Market is expected to attain major growth owing to the rising population, increasing demand for protein-rich food, and government initiatives promoting food security. The livestock sector in China includes ruminants, poultry, swine, and aquaculture, with each contributing deeply to the overall market. The rapid modernization of farming practices and technological advancement such as precision livestock farming, further supports the market expansion. Increasing demand for high quality meat, milk, eggs, and fish from consumers in the urban middle class is further driving growth in this sector.

Evaluation of Growth Drivers in the China Livestock Market

Below mentioned are some prominent drivers and their influence to the market dynamics:

China Livestock Market size is projected to grow at the CAGR of 5.2%during the forecast period of 2025-2031. The China Livestock Market Growth is fueled by increasing protein demand as consumers shift toward meat, dairy, and aquatic products. Increasing urban populations require stable livestock supply chains. Adoption of modern technologies like precision farming and automated feeding enhances productivity. Increasing export opportunities in pork and aquaculture also stimulate market expansion. Furthermore, government initiatives, including subsidies, disease-control measures, and farm modernization programs, provide strong support for sustainable development and help reinforce national food security.

Evaluation of Restraints in the China Livestock Market

Below mentioned are some major restraints and their influence to the market dynamics:

China Livestock Market Challenges

The China Livestock Industry faces several challenges, Outbreaks of disease such as African Swine Fever in pigs or avian influenza in poultry disrupt supply and increase costs. Since subsidies were removed in the 90s, there is price volatility for feeds on account of the imports of soybean and corn, in turn impeding profitability. Environmental Concerns around waste disposal and emissions have led to stricter regulations. Land and water is limited, and henceforth, expansion is constrained. Additionally growing consumer demand for organic and traceable products is intensifying competition across the sector.

China Livestock Market Trends

Key developments influencing the growth of the market are:

• Digital Farming Platform – Installation of IoTs and data-driven tools to monitor animal health, feeding cycles, and yield optimization.
• Shift towards premium products - Consumers are beginning to prefer organic, antibiotic-free, and traceable meat and dairy products.
• Integration of Aquaculture and Agriculture - Integrated farming systems are on the rise, using intensive fish culture along with crop growing, particularly rice cultivation, as a means to boost overall productivity.
• Automation of Poultry Farms - A rise in investment in automated egg collection, climate control, and feeding systems.

Investment Opportunities in the China Livestock Industry

There are some main areas of investment opportunity in the market which includes:

• Green Livestock Farming -Investing in green waste management, renewable-powered farms and sustainable farming techniques.
• High Value Dairy – Premium cheese, yoghurt and functional dairy responding to more health aware consumers.
• Expansion of Aquaculture – Deep-sea and inland aquaculture development to cater to the domestic needs as well export.
• Smart Farming Startups – Large livestock management using Artificial Intelligence.
• Cold Chain Logistics: Scaling storage and transport infrastructure to keep fresh in developing urban retail markets.

Top 5 Leading Players in the China Livestock Market

Some leading players dominating the Market include:

1. New Hope Liuhe Co., Ltd.

New Hope Liuhe is one of the largest agribusiness firms in China, specializing in animal feed, poultry processing, and integrated livestock operations.

2. Muyuan Foodstuff Co., Ltd.

Muyuan Foodstuff is a leading swine producer, known for large-scale pig farming operations and advanced breeding technology.

3. Beijing Dabeinong Technology Group Co., Ltd. (DBN Group)

DBN Group operates in feed production, animal healthcare, and biotechnology, with a focus on innovative agricultural solutions.

4. China National Agricultural Development Group Co., Ltd. (CNADC)

CNADC is a state-owned enterprise focusing on aquaculture, seafood exports, and livestock farming services.

5. Shandong Yisheng Livestock & Poultry Breeding Co., Ltd.

Yisheng specializes in poultry breeding and operates as a major supplier of broiler breeding stock in China.

Government Regulations Introduced in the China Livestock Market

According to Chinese Government data, the Chinese government has introduced several initiatives aimed at improving food security and sustainability. For example, the “National Modern Agriculture Development Plan” promotes advanced livestock technologies and disease prevention systems. The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs has launched programs to control African Swine Fever and boost swine breeding capacity. Furthermore, subsidies for large-scale dairy farms and green livestock practices, such as methane capture from ruminants, have been rolled out to reduce environmental impact.

Future Insights of the China Livestock Market

China Livestock Market Share will grow due to increasing dietary preferences, expanding urbanization and export opportunities. The progress of technology and the continued influence of state-supported modernization schemes will reshape the industry further. Additionally, the industry evolution will be further accelerated by consumers' demand for safer and organic premium products. Investment in cold chain logistics and digital distribution platforms will bolster supply chains. Nevertheless, sustainability projects and green farming methods could be very relevant for prospective growth.

Market Segmentation Analysis

The report offers a comprehensive study of the subsequent market segments and their leading categories.

Poultry to Dominate the Market – By Animal Type

According to Ritika Kalra, Senior Research Analyst at 6Wresearch, the Poultry segment dominates the China Livestock Market. This is due to poultry meat being the most affordable protein source, widely consumed across urban and rural areas. The expansion of fast-food chains and processed food demand has further strengthened poultry’s market share. Rapid advancements in breeding and automation technologies make poultry farming highly scalable compared to other segments.

Key Attractiveness of the Report

• 10 Years of Market Numbers.
• Historical Data Starting from 2021 to 2024.
• Base Year: 2024.
• Forecast Data until 2031.
• Key Performance Indicators Impacting the Market.
• Major Upcoming Developments and Projects.

Key Highlights of the Report:

• China Livestock Market Outlook
• Market Size of China Livestock Market, 2024
• Forecast of China Livestock Market, 2031
• Historical Data and Forecast of China Livestock Revenues & Volume for the Period 2021 - 2031
• China Livestock Market Trend Evolution
• China Livestock Market Drivers and Challenges
• China Livestock Price Trends
• China Livestock Porter's Five Forces
• China Livestock Industry Life Cycle
• Historical Data and Forecast of China Livestock Market Revenues & Volume By Animal Type for the Period 2021 - 2031
• Historical Data and Forecast of China Livestock Market Revenues & Volume By Ruminants for the Period 2021 - 2031
• Historical Data and Forecast of China Livestock Market Revenues & Volume By Poultry for the Period 2021 - 2031
• Historical Data and Forecast of China Livestock Market Revenues & Volume By Swine for the Period 2021 - 2031
• Historical Data and Forecast of China Livestock Market Revenues & Volume By Aquaculture for the Period 2021 - 2031
• China Livestock Import Export Trade Statistics
• Market Opportunity Assessment By Animal Type
• China Livestock Top Companies Market Share
• China Livestock Competitive Benchmarking By Technical and Operational Parameters
• China Livestock Company Profiles
• China Livestock Key Strategic Recommendations

Market Covered

The report offers a comprehensive study of the subsequent market segments:

By Animal Type

• Ruminants
• Poultry
• Swine
• Aquaculture