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Medicated Feed Market Research Report – Forecast to 2023
2 Market Overview
Medicated feed is any animal feed that contains veterinary drugs. Medicated feed in animal diets helps prevent or
treat diseases such as porcine multi-systemic wasting syndrome (PMWS), circovirus, and porcine reproductive and
respiratory syndrome (PRRS). Medicated feed is often used in conjunction with other forms of medication such as
injections and tablets. It is an effective way of treating animals in a controlled and safe manner.
In the US, the Codex Alimentarius Commission (CAC), established by Food and Agriculture Organization of the
United Nations (FAO) and World Health Organisation (WHO), sets guidelines for assessment and safety.
The global medicated feed market is expected to grow significantly during the forecast period owing to the rising
health concerns among cattle owners and the outbreak of various animal diseases.
Regional Analysis:
Asia-Pacific is expected to dominate the market for medicated feed during the forecast period owing to the frequent
outbreak of animal diseases and the growing demand for quality animal products. Livestock farming is a major
occupation in developing countries such as India and China for meat, dairy, and other animal by-products such as
leather and wool. Improvements in livestock farming methods directly influence the demand for medicated feed,
thereby boosting market growth in Asia-Pacific. The medicated feed market in Europe is expected to be the fastest-
growing due to the increasing prevalence of chronic diseases in animals as well as technical and scientific progress
in the feed industry. Italy and Spain are expected to be the major markets for medicated feed in the region during
the forecast period.
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