Automatic Feeding Machine Market

Global Automatic Feeding Machine Market Size

The global automatic feeding machine market size will reach USD 6.49 billion in 2024 and is anticipated to reach USD 6.99 billion by 2025, from USD 12.65 billion by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 7.7% during the forecast period from 2025 to 2033.

An automatic feeding machine is a kind of machine that is used to feed animals or to load machines in a manufacturing plant.

These machines help divide the feed in equal proportions with the right amount of ingredients and saving time as well as money.

The automatic feeding machine helps increase consistency and efficiency by automatically separating parts and then placing them into a specific location. Automatic feeding machines ensure that livestock is fed on a regular schedule, which helps the livestock in numerous ways. Automatic feeders are designed to provide the same amount of feed at the same time each day, and having this kind of regularity regarding the feeding is generally good for the digestive system of the livestock. It also helps in avoiding waste of food as it can be very precise in doling out pre-planned quantities of food. The automatic feeding machine consists of a hopper, driving motor, conveying pipe, feeder pans, auger, suspension lifting device, an anti-perching device, and a feed sensor.

MARKET DRIVERS

The driving force of the automatic feeding machine market is the wide range of benefits in livestock farming. As these feeding machines provide the right amount of feed at the right time, which helps in improving the digestibility of the feed, this drives the demand for the automatic feeding system in the market.

The increasing adoption of automatic feeding machines by livestock farmers is fueling market growth as these machines save time, can efficiently mix feed, can be used without the presence of a farmer, and do not allow waste. So these machines are very cost-effective for the farmers and the well-being of the livestock.

The growing sizes of dairy farms across the globe are fueling the demand for automatic feeding machines, and additionally, the population of livestock is increasing, which further increases the demand for automatic feeding machines to feed large herds of livestock. Therefore, the growing demand for the automatic livestock feeding machine is boosting the growth of the market. The governments of several nations are providing subsidies for the well-being of livestock, which further boosts the growth of the automatic feeding machine market in the forecast period between 2022 and 2027.

MARKET RESTRAINTS

Automatic feeding machines require a high initial investment, efficient management tools, and a skilled farmer for efficient and uninterrupted use. Most small and medium-sized farms do not have the capital required to invest in such automatic feeding equipment. Therefore, high setup costs are one of the major restraining factors that hinder the growth of the automatic feeding machine market.

COVID-19 Impact On Global Automatic Feeding Machine Market

The global automatic feeding machine market has been significantly impacted by the COVID-19 outbreak. New projects have stalled throughout the world, which, in turn, has led to a decline in demand for automatic feeding machines. The pandemic lockdown and other restrictions have caused losses to several industries, including the dairy and meat industries, which in turn affect the livestock farmers’ economy. Therefore, the adverse economic conditions of farmers due to the pandemic have led to a decline in the demand for automated feeding machines. But with the fading effects of COVID-19, the consumption of dairy and meat is increasing again worldwide, and it is expected that the demand for automatic feeding will increase again and which will boost the growth of the global automatic feeding machine market during the forecast period.

REPORT COVERAGE

SEGMENTAL ANALYSIS

By Feeding Line Insights

Based on Feeding Line, the Global Automatic Feeding Machine Market is segmented into Controllers, Mixers, Distributors, and Conveyors. The distributors segment is expected to dominate the global market, followed by the conveyors segment. There are two different types of feeding equipment used for the distribution of feed among livestock, i.e., rail-guided wagons and self-propelled feeders. The automatic equipment helps distribute feed to the livestock at precise and regular intervals.

By Individual Feeding Equipment Insights

Based on Individual Feeding equipment, the Global Automatic Feeding Machine Market is segmented into Equine Feeders, Cow Feeders, and Waterers. The Equine Feeder segment is dominating the market as farmers' concerns towards the health and well-being of the animals are increasing, and proper feed for livestock is being provided for better development and growth. Therefore, the demand for automatic equine feeders is rising as they are easy to use, save time, and offer accuracy. I also help farmers to feed horses and stags efficiently and improve the health of the equine.

By Livestock Insights

Based on Livestock, the global automatic feeding machine market is segmented into Poultry, Swine, Ruminants, Fish, and Equine. The ruminants segment is expected to dominate the market as automated feeding machines help farmers to provide feed according to the requirements of the ruminants and help to maintain a large herd. Ruminants are the source of milk and meat, and the quality of these products depends not only on the quality of the feed used but also on the efficiency and precision of the feeding process.

REGIONAL ANALYSIS

Europe is experiencing dominance in the global automatic feeding machine market due to the rising focus of companies on technological advancements in feeding management. The key players in this region are focusing on the advancement of the feeding machine to provide accurate amounts of feed at the proper time intervals. Automated feeding machines can efficiently manage the nutritional requirements of animal husbandry, and the increasing adoption of software for automated feeding machines is driving the growth of the automated feeding machine market.

North America is expected to dominate the market owing to various innovations in feeding lines as well as feed equipment to fulfill the demand of farm owners and farmers. Moreover, the demand for meat is rising in this region, which in turn increases the demand for automated feeding machines to provide proper feed to animals so that livestock becomes healthy.

Asia-Pacific is estimated to have a steady growth rate during this period due to increasing demand for meat and the growing awareness among farmers regarding the technological advancement of animal farming.

LEADING COMPANY

AGCO Corporation had the largest share of the world’s automatic feeding machine market in terms of sales revenue

KEY MARKET PLAYERS

Some of the leading companies operating in the global automatic feeding machine market are AGCO Corporation, Anderson International Corp., Bauer Technics A.S., Big Dutchman Inc., Cormall AS, Daviesway Pty Ltd., DeLaval Holding AB, GEA Group AG, KUHN SA, and Lely Holding SARL. Some of the market players dominate the global automated feeding machine market.

RECENT DEVELOPMENTS IN THE MARKET

• In September 2020, AGCO (a worldwide manufacturer and distributor of agricultural machinery and precision ag technology) has announced that it has acquired Faromatics (Farm Robotics and Automation S.L), which is a precision livestock farming company, to create smart technology solutions for livestock producers and accelerate innovations that have helped their customers to increase their profitability while improving animal welfare.
• In June 2020, Malechain completed a wide range of Big Dutchman products for broiler breeder management.

MARKET SEGMENTATION

This research report on the global automatic feeding system market has been segmented & sub-segmented into the following categories.

By Feeding Line

• Controllers
• Mixers
• Distributors
• Conveyors

By Individual Feeding Equipment

• Equine Feeders
• Cow Feeders
• Waterers

By Livestock

• Poultry
• Swine
• Ruminants
• Fish
• Equine

By Region

• North America
• Europe
• Asia-Pacific
• Latin America
• Middle East And Africa