Global Poultry Industry Report 2026
Production, trade flows, biosecurity, feed cost pressure, and the digitalization of poultry procurement. A factual overview for buyers, integrators, and investors.
Executive Summary
Global poultry meat production exceeded 137 million metric tons in 2023 (FAO), driven by strong demand from Asia and the Middle East. Feed cost volatility, avian influenza outbreaks, and biosecurity remain the defining structural risks.
Market Size & Growth
~$350B global poultry industry (production + processing + trade), 2024 estimates
3–4% CAGR through 2030
Industry Challenges
- Avian influenza (HPAI) outbreaks
- Feed cost volatility (corn, soy)
- Antibiotic reduction regulations
- Cold chain gaps in emerging markets
- Sustainability and welfare standards
Digital Transformation
Digital integration platforms, automated hatchery equipment, and traceability rails are the fastest-growing tech categories.
Major Companies
Funding Activity
Alternative protein investment overlaps but distinct; poultry equipment and biosecurity tech drew ~$600M in disclosed 2023 funding.
Investment Trends
Strategic buyers (Tyson, JBS) and CVC arms of feed majors dominate strategic investment in poultry tech.
Future Outlook
Expect continued consolidation of integrators, plus digitalization of live-bird logistics and cold-chain export corridors.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How large is global poultry trade?
- Around 14M metric tons of poultry meat cross borders annually (USDA FAS).
Sources
All Global B2B Group research is compiled from publicly available industry sources and internal domain expertise across the ColdMatch, FishMatch, HatchMatch and SeedMatch platforms. Reports are reviewed periodically and updated when material new data is published. Sources are listed above; readers are encouraged to consult them directly.