The American Feed Industry Association (AFIA) has released its 2024-25 State of the U.S. Animal Food Industry Report, detailing the industry's economic impact, safety record and sustainability initiatives.
The report, titled "Our Industry, Our Promise," covers AFIA's fiscal year from May 1, 2024, through April 30, 2025, and documents the animal food industry's $267.1 billion economic footprint. The industry generated $98.4 billion in value-added impacts, paid $18.5 billion in taxes and supported more than 80,000 jobs.
"This report is a testament to the dedication, innovation and resilience of our members," said Leigh Ann Sayen, 2024-25 AFIA board chair and chief executive officer of The Peterson Company. "From advancing safety and sustainability to expanding global market opportunities, the U.S. animal food industry is not just feeding animals, we're fueling economies, supporting communities and shaping a stronger, more sustainable future."
The industry achieved more than 1,000 facilities certified under the Safe Feed/Safe Food certification program during the reporting period. Additionally, 50% of pet food and 37% of livestock feed were made from circular or upcycled ingredients.
AFIA reported policy advances including support for the Innovative FEED Act and efforts to address supply chain challenges through science-based regulations at state and federal levels. The association's global trade initiatives contributed to $11.6 billion in animal food exports in 2024, with expanded market access in Brazil, Vietnam, Morocco and other regions.
The interactive annual report includes sections on the industry's economic footprint, safety record, sustainability leadership, policy advocacy and global trade growth. AFIA positions the report as documentation of industry resilience amid regulatory changes, market disruptions and international trade dynamics.
