Animal health is a $7.9 billion industry in the United States that experienced a 5.5% rate of annual growth over the past 5 years. The animal health industry in Minnesota developed to support the state’s robust agricultural production. Minnesota remains a national leader in turkey and swine manufacturing. The animal health sector plays a significant role in the state economy, employing ~53,030 workers in over 44 companies. Most companies are clustered in Worthington, Willmar and the Twin Cities. Substantial capabilities exist in the space of pharmaceuticals, nutritional supplements, vaccines and diagnostics. Emerging fields include: probiotics, gut health and improved disease management and prevention.
