| Product Code: ETC4596565 | Publication Date: Jul 2023 | Updated Date: Nov 2025 | Product Type: Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Ravi Bhandari | No. of Pages: 85 | No. of Figures: 45 | No. of Tables: 25 |
The import shipments of milk replacers in India saw a notable shift in 2024, with top exporting countries being Sri Lanka, China, UK, Taiwan, and Ireland. The market concentration, as measured by the Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI), significantly increased from moderate to high levels within a year. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for the period 2020-2024 was -27.13%, indicating a decline in market size. Furthermore, the growth rate from 2023 to 2024 stood at -19.27%, highlighting a further slowdown in the industry during this period.

The milk replacers market in India is a key segment of the dairy and livestock industries. Milk replacers are used to feed young animals when mother`s milk is unavailable, ensuring their proper growth and development. As the demand for dairy and livestock products grows in India, the need for high-quality milk replacers is on the rise. This market is poised for sustained growth as the dairy and livestock sectors continue to expand, emphasizing the importance of healthy and productive young animals.
The India milk replacers market is driven by various factors, with the foremost being the rapid expansion of the dairy industry. As the demand for dairy products, especially milk, continues to grow in India, there is increasing pressure on dairy farmers to maximize milk production. To achieve this, they turn to milk replacers as a cost-effective solution to ensure the health and growth of young calves, thereby increasing overall milk output. Additionally, urbanization and changing lifestyles have resulted in reduced availability of fresh milk to calves, making milk replacers a necessity. The need for efficient and convenient calf nutrition is further amplified by the growing preference for dairy farming over traditional livestock farming in India. Furthermore, the focus on animal welfare and reducing the stress on dairy cows has led to increased adoption of milk replacers to help calves transition from maternal milk to solid feed more smoothly.
The India milk replacers market faces several challenges. Milk replacers are essential for calf nutrition, but there may be limited awareness among dairy farmers about their benefits in improving calf growth and health. The cost of milk replacers can be a significant factor, especially for small-scale dairy producers. Ensuring the quality and safety of milk replacer products is also vital, as inferior or contaminated products can harm calf health. The market should focus on education, affordability, and quality assurance to address these challenges and promote the use of milk replacers in India dairy farming.
The milk replacers market experienced fluctuations in demand as the dairy industry adjusted to changing consumer preferences and economic uncertainties. Farmers sought cost-effective solutions to provide adequate nutrition to young animals.
In the India milk replacers market, significant players include Lactalis Group, Royal FrieslandCampina, and PetAg Inc. These companies produce milk replacers for various young animals, ensuring their nutritional needs are met.
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 India Milk Replacers Market Overview |
3.1 India Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 India Milk Replacers Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 India Milk Replacers Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 India Milk Replacers Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 India Milk Replacers Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 India Milk Replacers Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Livestock, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 India Milk Replacers Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Source, 2021 & 2031F |
4 India Milk Replacers Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing awareness about the benefits of milk replacers in animal nutrition |
4.2.2 Growing demand for dairy products and livestock in India |
4.2.3 Rising disposable income leading to higher spending on animal feed products |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Fluctuating prices of raw materials used in milk replacers production |
4.3.2 Lack of regulatory framework and quality standards in the milk replacers market |
4.3.3 Competition from traditional dairy products affecting the adoption of milk replacers |
5 India Milk Replacers Market Trends |
6 India Milk Replacers Market, By Types |
6.1 India Milk Replacers Market, By Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 India Milk Replacers Market Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 India Milk Replacers Market Revenues & Volume, By Medicated, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 India Milk Replacers Market Revenues & Volume, By Non-Medicated, 2021-2031F |
6.2 India Milk Replacers Market, By Livestock |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 India Milk Replacers Market Revenues & Volume, By Ruminants, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 India Milk Replacers Market Revenues & Volume, By Swine, 2021-2031F |
6.3 India Milk Replacers Market, By Source |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 India Milk Replacers Market Revenues & Volume, By Milk-based, 2021-2031F |
6.3.3 India Milk Replacers Market Revenues & Volume, By Non milk-based, 2021-2031F |
6.3.4 India Milk Replacers Market Revenues & Volume, By Blended, 2021-2031F |
7 India Milk Replacers Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 India Milk Replacers Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 India Milk Replacers Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 India Milk Replacers Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Adoption rate of milk replacers in different livestock segments |
8.2 Research and development investment in enhancing milk replacers' nutritional value |
8.3 Number of partnerships and collaborations between milk replacer manufacturers and livestock farmers |
8.4 Percentage of livestock farmers using milk replacers in their feeding practices |
8.5 Growth in the number of dairy farms opting for milk replacers as a cost-effective alternative |
9 India Milk Replacers Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 India Milk Replacers Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 India Milk Replacers Market Opportunity Assessment, By Livestock, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 India Milk Replacers Market Opportunity Assessment, By Source, 2021 & 2031F |
10 India Milk Replacers Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 India Milk Replacers Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 India Milk Replacers Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |
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