Autonomous Farm Equipment Global Market Report 2024

The autonomous farm equipment market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $75 billion in 2023 to $80.47 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.3%. The growth observed during the historical period is primarily attributed to labor shortages, the adoption of precision agriculture practices, and increasing environmental concerns.

The autonomous farm equipment market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $102.13 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.1%. The anticipated growth in the forecast period can be attributed to several factors, including enhanced connectivity, the emergence of data-driven farming practices, cost reduction measures, climate change mitigation, global food security concerns, and the increasing adoption of data-driven agriculture techniques. Notable trends in this forecast period encompass ongoing technological advancements, the rise of innovative startups, the development of farm-as-a-service models, a focus on customization and adaptability, and the implementation of collaborative and autonomous swarming solutions in the autonomous farm equipment sector.

The increasing adoption of autonomous tractors is a driving force behind the growth of the autonomous farm equipment market. These tractors utilize advanced systems and sensors to enable self-driving capabilities, ushering in significant technological improvements in farming practices. Moreover, autonomous tractors can also serve as mobile data hubs, collecting valuable information from sensors in the field. Notably, it is projected that a substantial portion, approximately 34.5%, of the global demand for autonomous farm machinery in 2026 will be in the 31-100 HP output range of farm tractors within the Asia-Pacific region. Hence, the demand for autonomous tractors is poised to fuel the expansion of the autonomous farm equipment market.

The primary categories of autonomous farm equipment comprise tractors, harvesters, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), and other related product types. Harvesters specifically denote machinery designed for crop harvesting purposes. The technologies harnessed in autonomous farm equipment encompass both partially autonomous and fully autonomous systems. These applications extend across various sectors, including agriculture, horticulture, animal husbandry, forestry, and other related fields.

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Government initiatives play a pivotal role in propelling the growth of the autonomous farm equipment market. These initiatives encompass various plans and actions aimed at addressing specific agricultural challenges and are often funded through sources such as taxes, grants, and donations. Government-backed efforts in the autonomous farm equipment sector involve providing financial assistance to farmers for the acquisition of autonomous equipment and supporting the development of cutting-edge autonomous farm technologies. An illustrative example can be found in the United Kingdom, where the government, in January 2022, announced a £25 million ($26.6 million) funding program to advance high-tech machinery in farming. This funding is directed towards innovations like driverless tractors, crop-harvesting robots, automated crop-spraying systems, and milking automation. As a result, government initiatives serve as a driving force for the growth of the autonomous farm equipment market.

The apprehension of job displacement due to automation poses a significant obstacle to the growth of the autonomous farm equipment market. The rapid advancements in artificial intelligence and robotics are expected to revolutionize traditional work patterns, reminiscent of the shift from agrarian societies during the industrial revolution. In the United States alone, it is estimated that automation could lead to the displacement of between 39 to 73 million jobs, representing approximately one-third of the total workforce. Furthermore, global estimates indicate that as many as 800 million jobs worldwide may be at risk of automation by 2030. Consequently, concerns regarding potential unemployment resulting from increased automation are likely to impede the growth of the autonomous farm equipment market.

Companies within the autonomous farm equipment market are actively leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) for the development of advanced farm machinery. AI empowers machines to execute a wide range of tasks independently, eliminating the need for human intervention. These machines are equipped with high-level computing capabilities, allowing them to perform tasks autonomously. For instance, in February 2022, Verdant Robotics, a US-based robotics system manufacturer, expanded its Robot-as-a-Service (RaaS) model to include autonomous farm robots. These robots incorporate computer vision, artificial intelligence, robotics, GPS-denied navigation, and expertise in chemistry, soil sciences, and plant sciences to drive the next era of crop production.

Major players in the autonomous farm equipment market are dedicated to delivering innovative products that offer dependable solutions to their customers. Fully autonomous tractors, which can execute tasks without human intervention, are among the groundbreaking products being developed. In January 2022, John Deere, a US-based manufacturer of agricultural machinery, introduced the 8R Tractor, featuring a unique design with six stereo cameras for distance calculation and 360-degree obstacle detection. These cameras capture images that are processed through a deep neural network, allowing rapid classification of every pixel. This analysis determines whether the tractor should continue moving or halt in the presence of an obstacle, all in a matter of approximately 100 milliseconds. Moreover, the autonomous tractor continuously tracks its precise location, ensuring it operates within a geofenced area with an accuracy of less than an inch.

In August 2021, John Deere made a strategic move by acquiring Bear Flag Robotics, a US-based autonomous tractor startup, in a transaction valued at $250 million. This acquisition is part of John Deere's strategy to strengthen its position in the agricultural sector, enhancing its capabilities and expanding its offerings to meet evolving market demands.

Major companies operating in the autonomous farm equipment market include CLAAS KGaA mbH, DEUTZ-FAHR S.p.A., AGCO Corporation, Deere & Company, CNH Industrial N.V., Agrobot S.L., Autonomous Tractor Corporation, Yanmar Co. Ltd., Iseki & Co. Ltd., Kubota Corporation, Bobcat Company, Agribotix LLC, Agricultural Solutions Ltd., Harvest Automation Inc., Mahindra & Mahindra Limited, Energid Technologies Corporation, Autonomous Solutions Inc., Agritronics Corporation, Kinze Manufacturing Inc., SDF S.p.A., Rowbot Systems LLC, Robotic Harvesting LLC, Jaybridge Robotics LLC, Agrobotics AutoProbe Inc., Naio Technologies, CNH Industrial America LLC, Ted Corporation, Dino Autonomous Robot Inc., Swift Navigation Inc.

The Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the autonomous farm equipment market in 2023. North America was the second largest region in the autonomous farm equipment market. The regions covered in the autonomous farm equipment market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa

The countries covered in the autonomous farm equipment market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Spain, Canada

The autonomous farm equipment market consists of sales of tractor mounted vertical conveyor reaper, tractor mounted combine harvester, self-propelled combine harvester, self-propelled reaper binder, groundnut digger shaker/harvester, turmeric harvester, and sugarcane harvester. Values in this market are factory gate values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.


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