Feed Processing Equipment Market Report 2026

The feed processing equipment market size has grown steadily in recent years. It will grow from $57.21 billion in 2025 to $59.67 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.3%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to expansion of commercial livestock farming, growth in poultry and aquaculture industries, increasing demand for compound animal feed, availability of advanced grinding and mixing equipment, rising focus on feed efficiency.

The feed processing equipment market size is expected to see steady growth in the next few years. It will grow to $71.34 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing demand for high-protein animal feed, expansion of aquaculture production, rising investments in automated feed mills, growing focus on sustainable livestock farming, increasing adoption of precision nutrition solutions. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing adoption of automated feed processing lines, rising demand for high-efficiency pellet mills, expansion of nutrient-preserving processing technologies, growing integration of digital control systems, enhanced focus on feed quality consistency.

The growth of the feed processing equipment market is expected to be driven by the rise of aquaculture. Aquaculture involves the farming of aquatic organisms, including fish, shellfish, and aquatic plants, under controlled conditions. As aquaculture expands, the demand for specialized feeds designed to meet the nutritional requirements of various aquatic species increases. Consequently, the need for advanced feed processing equipment capable of efficiently producing high-quality aquafeeds rises, supporting the industry's scaling, customization, and sustainability goals. For example, in May 2023, the Australian Government Department of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Forestry reported that aquaculture product exports from Australia are projected to increase by 7 percent in 2022-23 to reach $1.37 billion, with a further 7 percent rise expected in 2023-24, bringing the total to $1.47 billion. Therefore, the expansion of aquaculture is a key driver for the feed processing equipment market.

Leading companies in the feed processing equipment market are concentrating on introducing innovative technologies to enhance operational performance, boost production efficiency, and integrate advanced equipment for competitive advantage. These innovations largely involve automation, IoT connectivity, and energy-efficient systems to improve productivity and support sustainable operations. For instance, in March 2023, Betagro PCL, a Thailand-based animal feed manufacturer, launched the Betagro Feed Mill, incorporating IoT technology and automation to optimize feed production processes. With an annual production capacity exceeding 600,000 tons, the facility increases Betagro’s total feed output by 18%, serving the swine, laying hen, and broiler markets. The mill also features advanced processing technologies and logistics systems for efficient delivery while reflecting a commitment to ESG principles, including the use of clean energy for sustainable manufacturing.

In July 2024, Fortifi, a US-based food processing equipment manufacturer, acquired Lima for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition, Fortifi aims to expand its portfolio of protein processing technologies, enhance its ability to provide end-to-end meat and alternative protein processing solutions, and broaden its global customer reach through advanced equipment integration and service capabilities. Lima, based in France, specializes in mechanical separators, deboning machines, and desinewing systems for the poultry, fish, and meat industries.

Major companies operating in the feed processing equipment market are Bühler AG, Clextral, Dinnissen BV, Andritz AG, Bratney Companies, Longchang Machinery, HET Feed Machinery, SKIOLD, ZhengChang, Muyang, Elko Nagel Mecan-Systeme, Tapco, Wenger Manufacturing Inc., Amandus Kahl GmbH & Co. KG, CPM Holdings Inc., Famsun Co. Ltd., Zhengchang Group, Ottevanger Milling Engineers, Van Aarsen International BV, Triott Group BV, Wynveen International BV, Buschhoff GmbH & Co. KG, Stolz SA, Hosokawa Micron Group.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the feed processing equipment market in 2025. North America was the second largest region in the feed processing equipment market. The regions covered in the feed processing equipment market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the feed processing equipment market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The feed processing equipment market consists of sales of hammer mills, fine grinders, air classifiers, pellet mills, and extruders. 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.

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