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Distillers dried grains with solubles (DDGS) are a byproduct of the ethanol production process, derived from grains such as corn. This nutrient-dense feed ingredient is widely used in animal diets, offering protein, fiber, and energy. Its high nutritional content makes it a cost-effective alternative to traditional feed ingredients.
The main types of distillers dried grains with solubles include corn, wheat, rice, amino acids, blended grains, and others. Corn-based DDGS, produced during ethanol manufacturing, is a nutrient-rich byproduct that is dried and used as a protein and energy source in animal feed. It is available in various forms, such as pellets and powders, and is formulated based on crude protein, total amino acids, and true ileal digestibility. DDGS is utilized in multiple applications, including poultry, swine, aquaculture, cattle, and dairy cattle diets.
Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report's Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.
Tariffs are influencing the distillers dried grains with solubles market by increasing trade barriers on ethanol co-products and cross-border grain derivatives, particularly affecting exports from North America to Asia-Pacific and Europe. Feed manufacturers face cost volatility due to duties on corn-based DDGS and blended grain inputs, impacting poultry, cattle, and aquaculture feed segments. These tariffs are reshaping global trade flows and increasing reliance on regional supply sources. At the same time, they are supporting domestic DDGS utilization, local feed formulation adjustments, and diversification of sourcing strategies among feed producers.
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The distillers dried grains with solubles market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $13.28 billion in 2025 to $14.19 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.8%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to expansion of bioethanol production capacity, increasing demand for cost-effective animal feed, growth of commercial livestock farming, established corn-based ethanol supply chains, rising protein requirements in animal diets.
The distillers dried grains with solubles market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $18.43 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.8%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing demand for sustainable feed ingredients, rising adoption of precision animal nutrition, expansion of aquaculture and dairy farming, growing focus on feed efficiency improvement, increasing global protein consumption. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing use of ddgs in livestock nutrition, rising demand for high-protein animal feed ingredients, expansion of ethanol production byproducts utilization, growing focus on feed cost optimization, improved nutritional profiling of ddgs.
The growth in ethanol production is expected to propel the growth of the distillers dried grains with solubles (DDGS) market going forward. Ethanol production is the process of fermenting sugars or starches using yeast or other microorganisms to produce ethanol, which is commonly used as a biofuel. Government policies and incentives promote ethanol production by encouraging renewable fuel usage, strengthening energy security, and supporting agricultural sectors. Ethanol production generates DDGS as a valuable, nutrient-rich byproduct used in animal feed. As ethanol demand increases, DDGS output rises, with improvements in quality and nutritional value driven by advances in production technologies. For instance, in January 2024, according to the Energy Information Administration, a U.S.-based government agency, U.S. fuel ethanol production reached approximately 15.4 billion gallons in 2022. Moreover, by January 2023, ethanol production facilities across 21 states had a combined capacity of around 17.7 billion gallons per year. Therefore, the growth in ethanol production is driving the distillers dried grains with solubles market.
Major companies operating in the distillers dried grains with solubles market are developing innovative solutions, such as products with a balanced nutritional profile, which allow for flexible feed formulation across multiple animal species by ensuring efficient delivery of essential amino acids and nutrients. A balanced nutritional profile refers to a feed ingredient or diet that contains optimal proportions of essential nutrients to support animal health and performance without deficiencies or excesses. For instance, in April 2024, Green Plains Inc., a U.S.-based agriculture and biorefinery company, launched Sequence, a specialty feed ingredient brand produced using proprietary mechanical-separation technology that concentrates corn and yeast protein to a minimum of 60%. Additionally, Sequence delivers high digestibility, consistent nutrient composition, and a balanced nutritional profile.
In April 2024, United Cooperative, a US-based agriculture company, acquired an ethanol plant in Wisconsin from Marquis for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition aims to incorporate the ethanol plant into United Cooperative's operations, enhancing value for its members and broadening its offerings to strengthen economic resilience. The deal also aligns with United Cooperative's objective to invest in agricultural infrastructure and improve market access for local corn producers. Marquis, a US-based ethanol producer, also produces distillers dried grains with solubles.
Major companies operating in the distillers dried grains with solubles market are Valero Energy Corporation, Archer Daniels Midland Company, CHS Inc., Green Plains Inc., CropEnergies AG, POET LLC, MGP Ingredients Inc., Little Sioux Processors LLC, Cardinal Ethanol LLC, Globus Spirits Ltd., Greenfield Global Inc., Highwater Ethanol LLC, Gulshan Polyols Ltd., East Kansas Agri-Energy LLC, Absolute Energy LLC, Adkins Energy LLC, Three Rivers Energy LLC, Kent Feeds Inc., Nugen Feeds, R.H. Rohrer & Sons Inc., Nutrigo Feeds Inc.
North America was the largest region in the distillers dried grains with solubles market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the distillers dried grains with solubles market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa.
The countries covered in the distillers dried grains with solubles market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Spain, Canada
The distillers dried grains with solubles market consists of sales of nutritional supplements, energy sources, sustainable products, and feed ingredients. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
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