Milking Automation Global Market Report 2024

The milking automation market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $0.97 billion in 2023 to $1.07 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.9%. The historical period's growth can be attributed to several factors, including labor shortages in dairy farming, the trend towards increasing dairy herd sizes, a heightened demand for improved milk quality, a focus on animal welfare, the rising requirements in dairy production, and government support and incentives.

The milking automation market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $1.53 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.4%. The anticipated growth in the forecast period can be attributed to a focus on sustainable and efficient farming practices, the expansion of dairy farming in emerging markets, the rise of precision livestock farming, cost savings through automation, and advanced milk quality monitoring. Prominent trends in the forecast period include the adoption of robotic milking systems, the integration of IoT and sensors in dairy farming, automated teat cleaning and preparation, the use of data analytics for herd management, the integration with cow health monitoring, and the development of mobile apps for monitoring.

The anticipated surge in the demand for dairy products is set to drive the growth of the milking automation market. Dairy products, including butter, cheese, ice cream, yogurt, and more, are expected to experience increased demand in the coming years. To efficiently cater to this rising demand and foster the industry's growth potential, automation in milking processes becomes crucial. For example, a report by the International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) in September 2022 revealed a per capita consumption increase of 12.4 pounds of dairy products per person in 2022. Notably, specific dairy products, such as American-type cheese, butter, and yogurt, demonstrated significant growth. Hence, the growing demand for dairy products is a key driver propelling the milking automation market.

The growth of urbanization is poised to boost the milking automation market. As more people gather in urban areas, the available farmland diminishes, and traditional farming faces space constraints. In response to these challenges, dairy operations are expected to increasingly adopt efficient and space-saving technologies such as milking automation to optimize productivity within limited spaces. According to the World Bank's 2022 report, over 50% of the global population resides in urban regions, and this number is projected to reach 6 billion by 2045. The report also forecasts a continued expansion of urban land consumption, outpacing population growth. Hence, the upward trend in urbanization is a significant factor driving the growth of the milking automation market.

A notable trend in the milking automation market is the adoption of technologically advanced milking equipment. Major companies in the market are investing in innovative technologies to enhance their competitive positions. For instance, in 2022, DeLaval, a leading global provider of milking equipment and solutions, introduced the E-series rotary milking system - a next-gen rotary milking system. This system incorporates innovative techniques prioritizing a cow's natural milk flow, ensuring optimal milk flow for each cow through flow-adjusted vacuum technology.

Major players in the milking automation market are developing innovative products such as rotary milking systems to expand their customer base, drive sales, and increase revenue. Rotary milking systems are advanced technologies used in the dairy industry for highly efficient and automated cow milking. In March 2023, DeLaval launched the Rotary E500, featuring unique functionalities that operate in harmony with the natural movements and physiology of cows. The system allows comprehensive monitoring of each cow's milking status through the DeLaval Rotary Cockpit, enhancing efficiency and reliability with features such as DeLaval WorkSure.

In October 2021, BouMatic, a US-based provider of milking products, acquired SAC, a Denmark-based manufacturer of milking systems, for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition enhances BouMatic's global expansion potential and strengthens its collaboration with dairy producers worldwide, with complementary product portfolios and technical advancements between the two companies.

Major companies operating in the milking automation market report are Afimilk Ltd., DeLaval, GEA Group AG, Nedap N.V., Allflex Livestock Intelligence, BouMatic LLC, Waikato Milking Systems NZ LP, Dairymaster, BECO Dairy Automation Inc., AMS-Galaxy-USA, Dairy Automation Pvt. Ltd., Fullwood Packo Ltd., Merck and Company, Solutions laitières Inc., S.A. Christensen & Co., SCR Dairy Inc., Tetra Laval International SA, A DUE Spa, Alfa Laval AB, Krones AG, SPX Flow Inc., ProLeiT AG, Rockwell Automation Inc., Dairy Conveyor Corporation, Cache Valley Creamery, Cass-Clay Creamery, Country Delite Farms, Country Fresh, Craigs Creamery, Cumberland Dairy.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the milking automation market in 2023. The regions covered in the milking automation market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the milking automation market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The primary offerings in milking automation include hardware, software, and services. Hardware pertains to the physical components of the system or its delivery mechanisms that enable the execution of instructions written in the software. Milking automation finds application on farms of varying sizes, ranging from small to medium and large farms. It is utilized across different species, including dairy cattle, goats, and sheep.

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