Automatic Feeding System Market

Global Automatic Feeding System Market Size (2024 to 2029)

The global automatic feeding system market size is expected to reach USD 6.1 billion in 2024 and reach USD 9.79 billion by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 8.51%  during the forecast period from 2024 to 2029.

Automatic feeding systems are designed to feed pets. The operation is usually carried out using advanced machines and Automatic robots to feed cattle with milk and other food. But until now, in practical conditions, AFS has been used with static settings for feeding times and frequencies without considering the animals' demands.

Market Drivers and Restraints

The market for automatic feeding systems is driven by a changing preference to reduce operating costs, time, and waste associated with manual feeding by adopting automatic processes. Also, the ever-increasing size of dairy farms, the increasing demand for livestock surveillance services, and the increasing consumption of dairy and meat products are some of the factors that are expected to drive the growth of the target market. Additionally, increased awareness of substantial cost savings through the adoption of energy systems is expected to positively impact.

A recent trend observed in the target market is that major manufacturers are introducing new products and technological advancements in power management, which are expected to drive demand for automatic power systems. Market players are constantly investing in product innovation, creating new market opportunities. However, the high installation costs associated with automatic feeding systems can put off small and medium-sized farmers, hampering the market growth and considering that the lack of standardization of electrical equipment and the high cost of installation can hinder the target's growth market.

Impact of COVID-19 on the Automatic Feeding System Market

The coronavirus is an unprecedented public health emergency that has affected nearly every industry, hence the long-term effects expected to affect industry growth during the forecast period. Our research amplifies our framework for determining the underlying concerns of COVID-19 and possible future pathways. The report provides insights into the coronavirus, considering changes in consumer behavior and demand, purchasing patterns, supply chain deviations, the dynamics of current market forces, and significant government interventions.

REPORT COVERAGE

SEGMENTAL ANALYSIS

Global Automatic Feeding System Market By Livestock

The ruminant segment is expected to dominate the global market for automatic feeding systems in 2021. Hardware and software solutions enable automatic feeding, resulting in accurate and fast feeding management of the animals feeding. The labor cost associated with power management is drastically reduced due to increased automation and fewer labor requirements. Due to these advantages, the market for Automatic ruminant feeding systems is expected to grow significantly during the forecast period. 

Global Automatic Feeding System Market By Function

The automatic feeding system market is divided into Controlling, Mixing, Filling, and Screening by function. The filling and screening segment is estimated to account for most of the Automatic feeding systems market in 2018. The filling and screening segment is estimated to have the largest share of the Automatic feeding systems market in 2018. 

REGIONAL ANALYSIS

Europe holds the dominant share of the automatic feeding systems market due to parameters such as the increasing attention of companies to technological advancements in feed management, the effective management of livestock nutritional needs, and the increasing adoption of software in automatic feeding systems in livestock production. North America is expected to grow during the forecast period due to various innovations in different lines of equipment and feeding equipment to meet the growing demand from farm owners and farmers. In addition, the demand for meat is increasing in this region, which in turn contributes to the market for automatic feeding systems.

KEY MARKET PLAYERS

Roxell, Agco Corporation, Coromall, Rovibec Agrisolutions, Pellon Group Oy, VDL Agrotech, Trioliet B.V., Lely Holding Sarl, Kuhn, Big Dutchman, GEA Delaval Holding AB, some of the market players dominate the global automatic feeding system market.

RECENT DEVELOPMENTS IN THE GLOBAL MARKET

• In September 2018, Trioliet launched a new mixer plug-in, Solomix 3, for large cattle. With the launch of new feeding equipment, the company focuses on capturing large European cattle farms to expand its business.
• In November 2018, Netherlands-based OEM VDL completed the acquisition of automation company Siemens Hengelo. VDL said in a statement that it would divide Siemens Hengelo's activities into two companies where most of the staff will join VDL Energy Systems and continue to assemble gas turbines, compressors, and other parts for Siemens. Other employees will carry out development work for ASML within the VDL ETG Technology & Development Hengelo high-tech cluster.
• In November 2018, DeLaval Corp. announced a partnership with CEJA (European Council of Young Farmers Home) to help farmers in the European Union achieve better long-term sustainability in the agricultural process.
• In November 2018, Afimilk launched AfiFarm 5.3, a new line of industry-leading dairy management software, and Afi2Go Pro, a mobile app designed to provide management teams with flexibility for herd optimization and productivity.
• In September 2018, International milking equipment manufacturer Fullwood Packo Group announced a long-term strategic partnership with AfiMilk, the world leader in the development and manufacture of advanced automated dairy production systems. Effective immediately, the global partnership combines AfiMilk's pioneering technological expertise with Fullwood Packo's 90-year heritage of manufacturing world-class milking systems and equipment.

DETAILED SEGMENTATION OF THE GLOBAL AUTOMATIC FEEDING SYSTEM MARKET INCLUDED IN THIS REPORT

This research report on the global automatic feeding system market is segmented and sub-segmented into the following categories.

By Livestock

• Ruminants
• Swine
• Poultry

By Function

• Controlling
• Mixing
• Filling
• Screening

By Region

• North America
• Asia Pacific
• Europe
• Latin America
• Middle East and Africa