Milking Machines Market Report 2025

The milking machines market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $4.01 billion in 2024 to $4.32 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.7%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to population growth, high investment in dairy farming, growth in dairy cattle population, and increase in quality and yield of the milk.

The milking machines market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $5.47 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rapidly expanding organic dairy businesses, growing demand for milk and dairy products, and focus on reducing labor dependency. Major trends in the forecast period include adopting robotic milking systems, investing in artificial intelligence (AI), adopting the use of IoT and investing in 5g to digitize their dairy farm, and considering strategic collaboration or acquisition.

An increase in the rearing of dairy cattle is anticipated to boost the demand for the milking machines market. For example, in February 2024, Teagasc, an Ireland-based agriculture and food development authority, reported that in December 2023, Ireland's national statistics office recorded a total of 1.51 million dairy cows in the country, reflecting a modest increase of just 500 cows compared to the same period in 2022. This follows a larger increase of 5,000 cows from the 2021 to 2022 statistical years, when the dairy herd grew from 1.505 million to 1.51 million. Consequently, the growth in the global dairy cattle population has led to increased milk production, thereby driving revenue for the milking machinery market.

The rising demand for dairy products is expected to further propel the growth of the milking machines market. Dairy products encompass food items primarily made from the milk of mammals, including sheep, goats, and cattle. Milking machines are essential for efficient dairy production, enabling the quick extraction of milk from cattle. For instance, in February 2023, the International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA), a US-based trade organization representing the dairy industry, reported that U.S. dairy exports reached a record high of $9.51 billion in 2022, surpassing the previous record of $7.61 billion set in 2021. Therefore, the increasing demand for dairy products is set to drive the milking machines market.

Major companies in the milking machine market are concentrating on innovative solutions, such as seamless transitions that reduce the training requirements for staff. A seamless transition refers to a smooth and efficient changeover between different phases or processes without interruptions or disruptions. For instance, in January 2024, DeLaval, a Sweden-based company that manufactures and supplies integrated milking solutions, introduced the VMS Batch Milking system, marking a significant advancement in robotic milking technology tailored for large herds. This new robotic batch milking system, designed for large dairy operations, aims to improve efficiency and lower labor costs. It allows herds to be grouped for milking in a setup resembling a traditional parlor, enabling one operator to manage up to 450 cows with minimal staff involvement. The system also collects individual cow data, providing valuable insights into herd performance and health. Furthermore, it facilitates a smooth transition for farms accustomed to conventional milking methods, thereby minimizing the need for extensive staff training.

Leading companies in the milking machines market are concentrating on innovation, exemplified by the development of rotary milking systems, to offer reliable services to their customers. Rotary milking systems, characterized by a rotating platform moving cows past milking stalls, enhance efficiency in the milking process. For instance, in March 2023, DeLaval, a Sweden-based manufacturer of dairy and farming machinery, introduced the DeLaval Rotary E500. This innovative system prioritizes a cow's natural milk flow by utilizing flow-adjusted vacuum technology, monitoring individual cows' milk flow, and adjusting the vacuum level accordingly. The DeLaval Rotary E500 can efficiently milk up to 1,066 cows per hour, providing a gentle and effective milking experience through its Flow-Responsive Milking technology.

In March 2024, GEA Group, a Germany-based food corporation, acquired CattleEye for an undisclosed sum. This acquisition is part of GEA Group's strategy to enhance its digital solutions for the dairy and livestock sector, focusing on improving animal welfare and optimizing farm management. CattleEye Ltd, a UK-based farming company, specializes in developing smart solutions for milking machines aimed at optimizing dairy operations.

Major companies operating in the milking machines market include DeLaval Inc., GEA Group, Lely Holding SARL, BouMatic Robotics B.V., Fullwood Packo, Afimilk Ltd., S. A. Christensen & Co, Milkplan, Prompt Dairy Tech, AMS-Galaxy USA, Yuyao Yuhai Livestock Machinery Technology Co., Ltd., Shanghai Ruike Machinery Equipment Co., Ltd., Daviesway, ORION Machinery Co., ltd., Vansun Technologies Pvt. Ltd., EE-Media, Genjing Records, Ocean Butterflies Music, Pest Productions, Outdustry, Split Works, Popsport, Agrifac Machinery BV, Pjur Group Luxembourg S.A., Kanters Holland BV, Bob-White Systems Inc, Vevor, Slavic Beauty, Dansha Farms, The Coburn Company, Alfa Laval, UKAL Canada, Damate Group, Triunfo Indústria Metalúrgica, Melasty, LUSNA, SEZER Milking Technologies, Al Ain Farms, WaikatoSA, Bisstarr Milking Systems.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the milking machines market in 2024. North America was the second largest region in the global milking machines market share. The regions covered in the milking machines market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the milking machines market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Canada, Spain.

A milking machine is a piece of equipment that incorporates a suction apparatus designed to extract milk from cows and other livestock.

The primary product types of milking machines are fully automatic and semi-automatic. Fully automatic refers to a device equipped with controls that enable it to perform tasks without constant operation by a person. The livestock typically involved in milking machines include cows, sheep, goats, buffaloes, and other similar animals. Various applications for milking machines include micro-dairy farms, macro dairy farms, and other related uses.

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The milking machine market consists of sales of herringbone milking parlour, rotary milking parlour, swingover miking parlour, and bucket milking machine. 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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