ALFALFA HAY MARKET ANALYSIS

Alfalfa Hay Market Size and Trends

The global alfalfa hay market is estimated to be valued at USD 86.46 Bn in 2025 and is expected to reach USD 136.22 Bn by 2032, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.7% from 2025 to 2032.

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Key factors such as increasing demand from dairy industry for cattle feed and rising preference for organic and healthy animal feed among livestock owners is fueling the market growth. Alfalfa hay is a rich source of vitamins, minerals, and protein that helps improve immunity, digestion, and milk production in dairy animals. Additionally, growing awareness about the benefits of alfalfa hay among consumers has encouraged livestock farmers and feed producers to include alfalfa in compound cattle feed, which, in turn, is boosting the demand for alfalfa hay worldwide. Moreover, expansion of organic farming and rising consumption of organic dairy products has surge the demand for organic alfalfa hay over the recent years. However, high cost of production and fluctuations in seasonal harvest may hamper the market growth during the forecast period.

Rising Demand from Dairy Industry

The global dairy industry has been growing substantially over the past few decades driven by rising incomes in developing countries and changing dietary habits. Alfalfa hay is one of the most preferred and nutritious feeds for dairy cows as it is highly digestible and contains important nutrients like proteins, vitamins, and minerals. Alfalfa hay helps improve milk production in cows by increasing dry matter intake and boosting cow health. With more people consuming dairy products worldwide, dairy farmers are expanding their operations and livestock numbers to cater to the growing demand. This has created a strong demand for high-quality animal feeds like alfalfa hay across major dairy animal rearing regions. Regions with large dairy sectors like North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific are major markets for alfalfa hay. Considering the projected continued growth of the dairy industry in the coming years supported by growing populations and consumer incomes, the demand for alfalfa hay from dairy farms is expected to rise at an even faster pace.