Food Processing Machinery Market Report 2025

The food processing machinery market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $61.81 billion in 2024 to $65.73 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.3%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increasing global demand for processed foods, stringent food safety regulations, rising disposable income, focus on operational efficiency, growing awareness of health and nutrition.

The food processing machinery market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $83.37 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to smart manufacturing and industry 40 integration, sustainable and eco-friendly solutions, global population growth, customization and flexibility, rapid urbanization. Major trends in the forecast period include automation and robotics integration, focus on sustainability, advanced sensor technologies, data analytics and machine learning, customization and modular design.

The rising demand for processed food is anticipated to drive the growth of the food processing machinery market. Processed foods are those that have undergone some form of food processing and are not in their natural state. This includes foods that have been cooked, canned, frozen, dried, or packaged, with food processing machinery used to carry out these procedures. For example, in October 2023, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC), a government department focused on agriculture and food-related products, reported that exports of processed food and beverage products reached a record high of $54.3 billion in 2022, representing a 14.1% increase compared to 2021. These exports accounted for 34.7% of the total production value. Thus, the increased consumption of processed food is fueling the growth of the food processing machinery market.

The growing demand in the beverage industry is anticipated to contribute to the advancement of the food processing machinery market. The beverage industry, involving the production, distribution, and sale of various beverages for human consumption, benefits significantly from the use of food processing machinery. This utilization brings advantages such as increased efficiency, product consistency, enhanced safety, flexibility, and innovation, contributing to the overall competitiveness and sustainability of beverage manufacturers. For instance, a report by Common Thread Collective, a US-based e-commerce growth agency, stated that global food and beverage sales were $435.3 billion in 2021 and rose to $506 billion in 2022, with an expected further increase to $857 billion by 2025. Hence, the escalating demand in the beverage industry propels the growth of the food processing machinery market.

The introduction of innovative products stands out as a key trend. Leading companies in this market are actively launching innovative solutions to maintain their market positions. For example, in December 2022, GE Appliances, a US-based home appliance manufacturer, unveiled the GE Profile smart mixer featuring Auto Sense technology. This intelligent appliance can be controlled through voice commands using Google or Alexa. The distinctive feature of this product is its auto-sense technology, which allows it to automatically detect changes in the mixture's viscosity and adjust accordingly. Using torque sensors, the Auto-Sense technology recognizes variations in mixture viscosity, streamlining the process. The function is integrated with the SmartHQ app, offering guided recipes with step-by-step instructions.

Major companies in the food processing machinery market are concentrating on innovative products, including food processing automation solutions, to boost efficiency, enhance product quality, and address the changing demands of consumers for safer and more sustainable food processing options. Food processing automation solutions involve the implementation of advanced technologies and systems to streamline, control, and improve various stages of food production, such as processing, packaging, and quality control. For example, in March 2024, Fortifi Food Processing Solutions, a New Zealand-based firm that specializes in food processing machinery and automation solutions, introduced a food processing automation platform aimed at revolutionizing the food manufacturing industry. This cutting-edge platform is designed to improve operational efficiency and streamline processes for food manufacturers by incorporating advanced automation technologies. Fortifi's platform employs state-of-the-art data analytics and artificial intelligence to optimize production lines, minimize waste, and enhance product quality.

In July 2022, JBT Corporation, a US-based food processing machinery manufacturer, completed the acquisition of Alco-food-machines GmbH & Co. KG for an undisclosed amount. This strategic move expands JBT's product portfolio in food processing, allowing it to reach a broader customer base. Alco-food-machines GmbH & Co. KG is a Germany-based manufacturer of food processing machinery and equipment.

Major companies operating in the food processing machinery market include Tetra Laval International S.A., SPX Corporation, Nichimo Co Ltd., GEA Group AG, Hosokawa Micron Corp., John Bean Technologies Corporation, Heat and Control Inc., Tomora Systems ASA, AFE Group Ltd., Bühler AG, Krones AG, Alfa Laval AB, Meyer Industries Inc., Baader North America Corporation, Satake Corp., The Middleby Corp., Bucher Industries AG, Marel, Clextral, Fenco Food Machinery, Braunschweigische Maschinenbauanstalt AG, KHS GmbH, Bizerba SE & Co. KG, Atlas Pacific Engineering Company Inc., Duravant Company, Asea Brown Boveri Ltd., Baader, Mecatherm, FAM Stumabo, Rheon Automatic Machinery Co. Ltd., Heatcraft Worldwide Refrigeration, Anko Food Machine Co. Ltd., Baker Perkins.

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

Food processing machinery encompasses a diverse range of equipment, tools, and machines designed and dedicated to the processing, preparation, handling, packaging, and preservation of various food products. Tailored to specific needs, these machinery play a crucial role in processing an array of food items, including baked goods, beverages, and dairy products.

Various types of food processing machinery are available, including depositors, extruding machines, mixers, refrigeration units, slicers and dicers, among others. These machinery come in different operational modes, such as semiautomatic and fully automatic. A food depositor, for instance, is a specialized machine within the food industry employed to deposit or dispense precise amounts of food products, ranging from batters and fillings to doughs. These depositors find application in diverse sectors, including bakery and confectionery, meat, poultry and seafood, dairy, beverages, and more.

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The food processing machinery market consists of sales of bowl choppers, marinating injectors, meat bandsaws, marinating vacuum tumblers, meat grinders, and others. 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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