Grain Processing Equipment Market Report 2025

This Grain Processing Equipment market report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market’s historic and forecast market growth by geography.

The grain processing equipment market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $5.18 billion in 2024 to $5.54 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increases in global population and food demand, growth in the food and beverage processing industry, need for efficient grain cleaning and sorting processes, demand for processed grains in animal feed production, expansion of commercial bakeries and flour mills.

The grain processing equipment market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $6.96 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.9%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to adoption of automation and robotics in grain processing, emphasis on sustainable and eco-friendly processing practices, integration of iot and industry 4 technologies in grain processing, research and development in next-generation grain processing equipment, expansion of specialty grain processing for niche markets. Major trends in the forecast period include digitalization and automation of processing lines, advanced sorting and grading technologies, energy-efficient and environmentally-friendly processing solutions, hygienic and sanitary design in processing equipment, grain milling technology for enhanced flour quality.

The anticipated growth in the global population is expected to be a significant driver for the grain processing equipment market. The rise in population directly correlates with increased food and beverage consumption, leading to heightened demand for grain-based products. According to the United Nations World Population Prospects, the global population reached 7.87 billion in July 2021 and is projected to exceed 9 billion by 2037. In tandem, India's foodgrain production is estimated to increase by 3.74% to a record 308.65 million tons in the crop year 2020-2021, as reported by The Economic Times. This surge in population serves as a key catalyst propelling the growth of the grain processing equipment market.

The growing demand for the food and beverage industry is expected to drive the growth of the grain processing equipment market in the future. The food and beverage industry encompasses the sector of the economy involved in the production, processing, distribution, and sale of food and drink products. Grain processing equipment is primarily utilized in the food and beverage sector for functions such as milling and grinding, cleaning and sorting, drying and roasting, and packing, as it facilitates the efficient and safe transformation of raw grains into various food and beverage products. For instance, in 2023, the Food and Drink Federation, a UK-based organization that represents and advises UK food and drink manufacturers, reported that food and drink exports experienced a significant 31% increase in 2022 compared to 2021. Therefore, the rising demand for the food and beverage industry is driving the growth of the grain processing equipment market.

The use of near-infrared (NIR) spectroscopy is emerging as a significant trend in the grain processing equipment market. NIR spectroscopy holds great promise for agricultural applications like grain production, as it measures protein levels and equivalent nitrogen values in grains. It can also help manage plant health, detect diseases, and monitor grain development. For instance, in June 2022, BoMill AB, a machinery company based in Sweden, launched BoMill InSight, a technology utilizing Near Infrared Transmittance Spectroscopy. BoMill InSight features a flexible sorting capacity ranging from 2 to 15 mt/h (equivalent to approximately 125,000 kernels analyzed per second) and meets highly demanding industrial standards. This technology addresses the sorting requirements of various grain processors, focusing on internal properties such as protein levels, fusarium contamination, or vitreousness to optimize processes and supply chains.

Major companies in the grain processing equipment market are creating innovative products, such as grain handling equipment, to satisfy the increasing demand for high-quality grain processing while minimizing waste and downtime. Grain handling products are designed to preserve grain quality, reduce losses, and enhance efficiency in bulk handling. Their main purpose is to improve operational efficiency, safety, and storage capacity in large-scale grain operations. For example, in March 2023, Mathews Co., a US-based manufacturer of agricultural equipment, introduced bucket elevators and distributors. The bucket elevator is constructed with heavy-gauge welded and hot-dip galvanized materials, featuring high-quality components from well-respected industry partners. Similarly, the distributor boasts a sturdy welded design, also hot-dip galvanized, and includes a large access door for maintenance, along with a mounting port for an optional blower to control dust. Both products offer an optional maintenance platform and various control options to enhance performance. These products reflect M-C's long-standing commitment to "Iron Horse Quality," a standard upheld in their grain dryer line for nearly 70 years.

In a strategic move announced in March 2022, McArthur Agriculture, a UK-based company specializing in the design, construction, and maintenance of grain processing and storage systems, disclosed plans to acquire BDC Systems Ltd. This acquisition is poised to strengthen the post-harvest sector by combining the expertise of two leading players. BDC Systems Ltd., based in Ireland, is recognized for providing a comprehensive range of equipment for grain drying, cleaning, storing, handling, ventilating, milling, and mixing. The acquisition ensures the continued delivery of proven solutions to meet the diverse needs of farmers within the post-harvest sector, underlining the commitment to innovation and excellence in the grain processing equipment market.

Major companies operating in the grain processing equipment market include Alvan Blanch Development Company Limited, Osaw Agro Industries Private Limited, WESTRUP A/S, Golfetto Sangati S.r.l., PETKUS Technologie GmbH, Lewis M. Carter Manufacturing LLC., Satake USA Inc., Forsberg Agritech Pvt. Ltd., Lianyungang Huantai Machinery Co. Ltd., Zhengzhou VOS Machinery Equipment Co. Ltd., Ganesh Engineering Works, Bühler AG, Satake Corporation, Ag Growth International Inc., Cimbria A/S, Grain Systems Inc., Milltec Machinery Pvt Ltd, Muyang Holdings Co. Ltd., Seedburo Equipment Company Inc., Synmec International Trading Ltd., Walinga Inc., Akyurek Technology, ArrowCorp Inc., Bratney Companies, Crippen Northland Superior Supply Co. Inc., Flaman Group of Companies, Grain Cleaning LLC, Nor-Ag Ltd., Oliver Manufacturing Co. Inc.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the grain processing equipment market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the grain processing equipment market analysis report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the grain processing equipment market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, and USA.

Grain processing equipment refers to machinery or tools utilized for the processing of various types of grains. The grain processing itself is a physical procedure involving activities such as cleaning the kernels, adjusting moisture content to an appropriate level, and mechanically sizing the grains to the required dimensions. The processed grains are then used to produce products primarily intended for human or animal consumption.

The main types of machines in grain processing equipment are categorized into pre-processing and processing. The pre-processing segment involves the manufacturing of equipment for handling different grains before the actual processing. This includes tasks such as removing foreign particles like stones, immature grains, and other impurities prior to the main processing phase. These machines operate in various modes, including automatic and semi-automatic, and find applications in activities such as cleaning, grading, handling, coating, and drying. The distribution of grain processing equipment occurs through multiple channels, encompassing both online and offline methods.

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The grain processing equipment market consists of sales of milling machines, roots blowers, feed hoppers, conveying pipes, grain/malt storage silos, and pre-cleaner chain conveyors. 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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