Market overview
The global aqua probiotic market is worth USD 922 mn in 2026 and is forecast to reach USD 2.0 bn by 2036, growing at a 8.2% CAGR. China is the largest country market and Shrimp is the largest by species segment.
| Scope | Probiotic bacteria and yeast products added to aquaculture feed or pond water to improve gut health, water quality and disease resistance in farmed fish and shrimp. |
|---|---|
| Industry | Food and Beverage |
| Value 2025 | USD 850 mn |
| Value 2026 | USD 922 mn |
| Value 2036 | USD 2.0 bn |
| CAGR 2026-2036 | 8.2% |
| Volume 2026 | 75,198 tonnes |
| Volume 2036 | 149,715 tonnes |
| Average price 2026 | USD 12,260 per tonne |
| Report price | Starts from USD 1,999 |
| Published | November 2026 |
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Aqua Probiotic market size and forecast, 2026-2036
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| Year | Market value |
|---|---|
| 2026 | USD 922 mn |
| 2027 | USD 998 mn |
| 2028 | USD 1.1 bn |
| 2029 | USD 1.2 bn |
| 2030 | USD 1.3 bn |
| 2031 | USD 1.4 bn |
| 2032 | USD 1.5 bn |
| 2033 | USD 1.6 bn |
| 2034 | USD 1.7 bn |
| 2035 | USD 1.9 bn |
| 2036 | USD 2.0 bn |
Aqua Probiotic market segmentation
By species
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shrimp | 44.0% | 45.5% | USD 406 mn | 8.6% |
| Finfish | 38.0% | 37.5% | USD 350 mn | 8.1% |
| Molluscs and other | 18.0% | 17.0% | USD 166 mn | 7.6% |
By microorganism
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bacillus | 46.0% | 47.0% | USD 424 mn | 8.4% |
| Lactic acid bacteria | 24.0% | 23.4% | USD 221 mn | 7.9% |
| Yeast | 12.0% | 11.2% | USD 111 mn | 7.4% |
| Multi-strain and others | 18.0% | 18.4% | USD 166 mn | 8.4% |
By product form
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Powder | 50.0% | 46.0% | USD 461 mn | 7.3% |
| Liquid | 30.0% | 31.0% | USD 277 mn | 8.6% |
| Granules and feed premix | 20.0% | 23.0% | USD 184 mn | 9.7% |
By function
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gut health | 40.0% | 38.0% | USD 369 mn | 7.7% |
| Water quality control | 28.0% | 28.0% | USD 258 mn | 8.2% |
| Disease resistance | 32.0% | 34.0% | USD 295 mn | 8.9% |
By mode of use
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feed additive | 50.0% | 47.0% | USD 461 mn | 7.5% |
| Water additive | 38.0% | 38.0% | USD 350 mn | 8.2% |
| Pond soil treatment | 12.0% | 15.0% | USD 111 mn | 10.6% |
Top 25 countries for aqua probiotic by revenue
Countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales in the country, not by where the product is made. The ten largest hold 80.0% of 2026 revenue and the 25 countries below together hold 94.4%.
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| # | Country | Value 2026 | Share 2026 | Value 2036 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | China | USD 221 mn | 24.0% | USD 464 mn | 7.7% |
| 2 | India | USD 111 mn | 12.0% | USD 292 mn | 10.2% |
| 3 | Vietnam | USD 83 mn | 9.0% | USD 191 mn | 8.7% |
| 4 | Indonesia | USD 74 mn | 8.0% | USD 178 mn | 9.2% |
| 5 | Ecuador | USD 65 mn | 7.0% | USD 148 mn | 8.7% |
| 6 | Thailand | USD 55 mn | 6.0% | USD 105 mn | 6.7% |
| 7 | Norway | USD 37 mn | 4.0% | USD 67 mn | 6.1% |
| 8 | Chile | USD 37 mn | 4.0% | USD 71 mn | 6.8% |
| 9 | Bangladesh | USD 28 mn | 3.0% | USD 69 mn | 9.6% |
| 10 | Japan | USD 28 mn | 3.0% | USD 45 mn | 4.9% |
| 11 | United States | USD 27 mn | 2.9% | USD 64 mn | 9.1% |
| 12 | Brazil | USD 18 mn | 1.9% | USD 38 mn | 7.9% |
| 13 | Egypt | USD 13 mn | 1.4% | USD 28 mn | 7.8% |
| 14 | Malaysia | USD 11 mn | 1.2% | USD 23 mn | 7.8% |
| 15 | Philippines | USD 9.0 mn | 1.0% | USD 19 mn | 7.9% |
| 16 | South Korea | USD 7.9 mn | 0.9% | USD 17 mn | 7.8% |
| 17 | Taiwan | USD 7.0 mn | 0.8% | USD 15 mn | 7.9% |
| 18 | Myanmar | USD 6.4 mn | 0.7% | USD 14 mn | 7.9% |
| 19 | Canada | USD 5.8 mn | 0.6% | USD 12 mn | 7.8% |
| 20 | Spain | USD 5.3 mn | 0.6% | USD 11 mn | 7.8% |
| 21 | France | USD 5.0 mn | 0.5% | USD 11 mn | 8.0% |
| 22 | Peru | USD 4.7 mn | 0.5% | USD 9.9 mn | 7.8% |
| 23 | Argentina | USD 4.4 mn | 0.5% | USD 9.3 mn | 7.7% |
| 24 | Russia | USD 4.2 mn | 0.5% | USD 8.9 mn | 8.0% |
| 25 | Turkey | USD 4.0 mn | 0.4% | USD 8.5 mn | 8.0% |
| Rest of world | USD 52 mn | 5.6% | USD 108 mn | 7.7% |
Source: Compare Market Research analysis.
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Competitive landscape
Group 1: Global leaders
- DSM-Firmenich
- Novonesis
- Kemin Industries
- Evonik
- Lallemand Animal Nutrition
- Adisseo
Group 2: Regional and specialist players
- INVE Aquaculture
- Alltech
- Novus International
- Guangdong Haid Group
- Biostadt India
- Biomin
Group 3: Emerging and niche players
- BiOWiSH Technologies
- Sanzyme
Research methodology
Every figure on this page comes from the research framework that we apply to all of the markets we cover. The 2025 base for the aqua probiotic market is built from the volume sold and the price that buyers pay, and is cross-checked against the size of the wider industry the market belongs to. Where a market can be sized in more than one way, the routes are compared before a figure is set.
The forecast runs year by year from the 2025 base to 2036. Growth in each year reflects demand from the industries that buy the product, adoption of new technology, pricing, regulation and replacement cycles. Volume and price are modelled together, so revenue in each year equals volume multiplied by average price. The 2026 to 2036 compound annual growth rate of 8.2% is calculated from the resulting values.
The market is divided by species, by microorganism, by product form, by function, by mode of use. The 25 largest countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales to buyers in each country, not by where the product is made. Segment values and country values add up to the market total in every year, and every report is checked for consistency before it is published.
Companies are placed in three groups: global leaders, regional and specialist players, and emerging and niche players. The groups describe how companies compete in the market. They are not a ranking and they are not market shares.
Our analysts also carry out primary research. Customized reports add interviews with key opinion leaders, such as senior executives, technical specialists and buyers, to test the assumptions behind the numbers for the question being asked.
Frequently asked questions
How big is the aqua probiotic market?
The global aqua probiotic market is estimated at USD 850 mn in 2025 and USD 922 mn in 2026.
How fast will the aqua probiotic market grow?
It is forecast to reach USD 2.0 bn by 2036, a compound annual growth rate of 8.2% from 2026, an increase of USD 1.1 bn.
Which country is the largest market for aqua probiotic?
China is the largest market by revenue at USD 221 mn in 2026, 24.0% of the global total. The three largest countries together hold 45.0%.
Which country is growing fastest?
Among the ten largest markets, India is growing fastest at 10.2% a year from 2026 to 2036.
Which aqua probiotic segment is largest?
In the by species split, Shrimp is the largest segment with 44.0% of 2026 revenue.
Who are the leading aqua probiotic companies?
Global leaders include DSM-Firmenich, Novonesis, Kemin Industries, Evonik.
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