Grain Storage Facilities Market Report 2024

This Grain Storage Facilities 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 storage facilities market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $1.61 billion in 2023 to $1.69 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.3%. The rise during the historic period can be linked to better protection of grains from weather and pests, higher employment rates, improved scientific storage techniques, increased crop yields and production, and a growing awareness of environmental impacts.

The grain storage facilities market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $2.17 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.4%. The anticipated growth in the forecast period is driven by improvements in transportation infrastructure, supportive government policies, shifts in international trade dynamics, changes in consumer preferences, and the development of new safety regulations and standards. Key trends expected during this period include advancements in data analytics, enhancements in security systems, integration of grain storage solutions, development of robust backup systems, and progress in remote monitoring and control capabilities.

The increasing demand for crops is expected to drive the growth of the grain storage facilities market. This rise in crop consumption stems from changing dietary habits, economic growth, efforts to improve food security, agricultural advancements, and the increased use of crops for biofuels and industrial applications, along with the effects of climate change. Grain storage facilities support crop consumption by preserving grain quality and availability, minimizing post-harvest losses, stabilizing market prices, and ensuring a consistent food supply throughout the year. For example, the Department for Environment, Food, and Rural Affairs reported in October 2022 that cereal straw production in 2021 reached 8.6 million metric tons, marking a 41% increase from the 6.1 million metric tons produced in 2020. Therefore, the rise in crop consumption is fueling the growth of the grain storage facilities market.

Leading companies in the grain storage facilities market are focusing on developing advanced solutions, such as innovative grain monitoring technologies, to boost operational efficiency and maintain the quality of stored grains. Grain monitoring solutions involve advanced systems designed to continuously track and manage conditions such as temperature and moisture to prevent spoilage and optimize storage efficiency. For instance, in April 2024, Embratel, a Brazil-based telecommunications firm, launched Smart Silo, a grain monitoring solution for agribusiness. It features real-time monitoring of critical storage parameters, automated alerts, an intuitive user interface, online self-diagnosis, and quality control assurance to enhance efficiency and profitability in grain storage operations.

In July 2024, Mitchells Group, a UK-based provider of bulk material conveying equipment, acquired Allied Grain Systems for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition aims to strengthen Mitchells Group's position in the bulk handling and storage sector, expanding its capabilities to better serve farmers and agribusinesses across key international markets. Allied Grain Systems, based in Australia, manufactures grain storage and handling equipment.

Major companies operating in the grain storage facilities market are Cargill Incorporated, AGCO Corporation, Kepler Weber S.A., CTB Inc., Global Industries Inc., Ag Growth International Inc., GSI Group Inc., Behlen Manufacturing Company, CST Industries Inc., Sukup Manufacturing Co., SCAFCO Grain Systems Company, Sioux Steel Company, Agrosaw, Brock Grain Systems, Cimbria A/S, Symaga S.A., Tornum AB, Hanson Silo Company, Silos Córdoba S.L., Superior Grain Equipment, Westeel Ltd., Polnet Sp. z o.o., Mulmix S.p.A., Prado Silos.

North America was the largest region in the grain storage facilities market in 2023. The regions covered in the grain storage facilities market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.

The countries covered in the grain storage facilities market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Grain storage facilities are structures or systems built to store harvested grain, safeguarding it from spoilage, pests, and environmental conditions until it is required for processing or sale. These facilities employ advanced technology and infrastructure to maintain the grain in optimal condition, thereby reducing losses from spoilage or pest infestation.

The primary types of grain storage facilities include steel silos, metal silos, and other variations. Steel silos are cylindrical containers made of steel, designed to store bulk grains such as rice, wheat, maize, and other agricultural products, offering protection against pests and environmental influences. These facilities are utilized for storing various commodities such as rice, wheat, maize, soybean, sunflower, and more, and find applications in farms, major ports, the food industry, and other sectors.

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The grain storage facilities market consists of sales of grain elevators, concrete silos, flat storage warehouses, and grain bins. 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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