| Product Code: ETC7623405 | Publication Date: Sep 2024 | Updated Date: Nov 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Sumit Sagar | No. of Pages: 75 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 20 |
Despite the high concentration of aquaculture feed import shipments in Ireland in 2024, the top exporting countries such as the USA, UK, Netherlands, Hungary, and Germany continue to play a significant role. However, the industry experienced a slight decline with a negative Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of -1.73% from 2020 to 2024, along with a notable decrease in growth rate of -8.74% from 2023 to 2024. These figures suggest a challenging market environment for aquaculture feed imports in Ireland, highlighting the need for strategic adjustments and market analysis for industry players.

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 Ireland Aquaculture Feed Market Overview |
3.1 Ireland Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Ireland Aquaculture Feed Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Ireland Aquaculture Feed Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Ireland Aquaculture Feed Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Ireland Aquaculture Feed Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Species, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Ireland Aquaculture Feed Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Ingredient, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Ireland Aquaculture Feed Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Lifecycle, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Ireland Aquaculture Feed Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Growing demand for seafood products due to increasing health awareness and shift towards protein-rich diets |
4.2.2 Government support and initiatives to promote sustainable aquaculture practices |
4.2.3 Technological advancements in aquaculture feed production leading to improved efficiency and quality |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Environmental concerns related to aquaculture practices such as water pollution and habitat destruction |
4.3.2 Fluctuating raw material prices impacting production costs and profitability |
5 Ireland Aquaculture Feed Market Trends |
6 Ireland Aquaculture Feed Market, By Types |
6.1 Ireland Aquaculture Feed Market, By Species |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Ireland Aquaculture Feed Market Revenues & Volume, By Species, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.3 Ireland Aquaculture Feed Market Revenues & Volume, By Fish, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.4 Ireland Aquaculture Feed Market Revenues & Volume, By Crustaceans, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.5 Ireland Aquaculture Feed Market Revenues & Volume, By Mollusks, 2021- 2031F |
6.2 Ireland Aquaculture Feed Market, By Ingredient |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Ireland Aquaculture Feed Market Revenues & Volume, By Soybean, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.3 Ireland Aquaculture Feed Market Revenues & Volume, By Corn, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.4 Ireland Aquaculture Feed Market Revenues & Volume, By Fishmeal, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.5 Ireland Aquaculture Feed Market Revenues & Volume, By Fish Oil, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.6 Ireland Aquaculture Feed Market Revenues & Volume, By Additives, 2021- 2031F |
6.3 Ireland Aquaculture Feed Market, By Lifecycle |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Ireland Aquaculture Feed Market Revenues & Volume, By Starter Feed, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.3 Ireland Aquaculture Feed Market Revenues & Volume, By Grower Feed, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.4 Ireland Aquaculture Feed Market Revenues & Volume, By Finisher Feed, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.5 Ireland Aquaculture Feed Market Revenues & Volume, By Brooder Feed, 2021- 2031F |
7 Ireland Aquaculture Feed Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Ireland Aquaculture Feed Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Ireland Aquaculture Feed Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Ireland Aquaculture Feed Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Feed conversion ratio (FCR) - efficiency of feed utilization in aquaculture operations |
8.2 Nutrient retention efficiency - measures the effectiveness of nutrients in the feed being absorbed by the aquatic animals |
8.3 Sustainability index - evaluating the environmental impact and sustainability of aquaculture feed production |
8.4 Research and development investment in feed innovation - indicates the focus on improving feed quality and efficiency |
9 Ireland Aquaculture Feed Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Ireland Aquaculture Feed Market Opportunity Assessment, By Species, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Ireland Aquaculture Feed Market Opportunity Assessment, By Ingredient, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Ireland Aquaculture Feed Market Opportunity Assessment, By Lifecycle, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Ireland Aquaculture Feed Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Ireland Aquaculture Feed Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Ireland Aquaculture Feed Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |
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