CAEN 109 - Fabricarea preparatelor pentru hrana animalelor

Manufacture of prepared feeds for animals

This macroeconomic category includes all activities of manufacturing animal feed, from compound feed for farms to pet food and nutritional supplements. Essentially, any edible product intended for animals, obtained through industrial processing, falls under this category, providing nutritional solutions adapted to the needs of each species.

Included Activities & Applicability

✅ Manufacture of feed for farm animals

✅ including compound feed and concentrates Manufacture of pet food Manufacture of prepared feeds for fur animals (foxes

✅ minks

✅ etc.) Manufacture of feed for farmed fish Manufacture of premixes and nutritional supplements for animal feed Manufacture of fishmeal and other animal by-products intended for animal feed

Excluded Activities & Restrictions

❌ Manufacture of coarse feed (hay

❌ straw

❌ etc.) - these are considered primary agricultural products Manufacture of dietary supplements for humans Processing and preserving of fish for human consumption Activities of collection and treatment of animal waste Retail sale of pet food in specialized stores

CAEN Division 109: Manufacture of Prepared Feeds for Animals

CAEN Division 109, 'Manufacture of prepared feeds for animals', represents an essential link in the agro-industrial chain of Romania. The feed and animal food production industry directly supports the livestock and poultry sectors, contributing to food safety and the economic performance of farms. In the context of increasing global demand for animal proteins and trends in resource efficiency, this sector has experienced an upward dynamic, with growing investments in processing technologies and quality control.

Evolution and Market Dynamics in Romania

In Romania, the manufacture of prepared feeds for animals has evolved significantly over the past decades, moving from empirical recipes to precise scientific formulas that optimize feed conversion into muscle mass or egg/milk production. The domestic market is dominated by a few large players, but there are also numerous SMEs serving specific niches, such as pet food or food for fur animals. The development of this sector is stimulated by European support programs for agriculture and the need to reduce dependence on imported feed.

Key Challenges for Entrepreneurs in the Animal Feed Industry

Major challenges for entrepreneurs in this field include the fluctuation of raw material prices (cereals, soybeans, vegetable by-products), strict regulations on feed safety and labeling, and intense competition on the domestic and European market. Also, adapting to sustainability requirements and reducing the carbon footprint is becoming increasingly important. However, investments in research and development and in innovative technologies, such as the use of insects or algae as protein sources, open new opportunities for those who want to differentiate themselves and respond to the growing demand for sustainable animal feed.