Rearing Equipment Market Size By Product Type, By Technology Level, By Animal Type, By End Use, By Distribution Channel, Growth Forecast, 2025 - 2034

Rearing Equipment Market Size

The global rearing equipment market was valued at USD 23.6 billion in 2024. The market is expected to grow from 24.4 billion in 2025 to 36.7 billion in 2034, at a CAGR of 4.6%.

• The global rearing equipment market is developing rapidly, fueled primarily by increased global consumption of animal protein, which has intensified due to population growth and urbanization trends, changing dietary patterns, and the increasingly high consumption of meat, dairy, and eggs. According to reports by United Nations the global population is expected to reach 10.3 billion by the year 2080. Similarly, as per the data published by Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) the meat consumption is expected to reach 45.3 kg per capita around the world.
   
• The pressure on producers, to scale business, accordingly, has helped to foster greater adoption and growth of modern rearing equipment, such as automated feeding, comfort housing, and more recent advancements in dairy milking or egg collection technologies. These products improve productivity, whilst mitigating reliance on labor, and decreased operational costs; both hugely important considerations for a massive commercial farm and a fledgling mid-sized farm, who cannot benefit from economies of scale.
   
• In order to meet this increased demand, many suppliers of rearing equipment are also committing themselves to developing products that fulfill the needs of varied farm sizes and species. From small systems for poultry farms to sophisticated, automated, high-capacity machinery for large dairy or swine farms, the market is diversifying and specializing. Additional consideration lies in two categories of emerging markets.
   
• Domestic producers and international investors have boosted the livestock industry in the Asia-Pacific and Latin America and are now starting to do the same in Africa. In these regions, GDP per capita is rising along with disposable income, improving cold-chain infrastructure and government incentives to develop domestic production of meat and dairy. As these regions industrialize their agricultural sector, rearing equipment needed for modern livestock management will be central to ensuring food security as well.
   
• Europe livestock management is underpinned by the increasingly sophisticated management methods used by livestock producers, as well as stringent abattoir regulations under EU law surrounding animal welfare, and with farmers using smart farming technology on farms increasingly Germany, Netherlands, and Denmark are the leaders with high-tech rearing solutions now part of precision farming and which can be supported by EU innovation grants.
   
• Asia-Pacific is the fastest growing with some of the poorest population growth rates in the world, rapidly increasing protein sources and includes many government programs to modernize the agriculture sector. Countries like China, India, and Vietnam are now moving the fastest and are investing heavily on scalable rearing solutions and moving towards automated livestock feed inventions, While public-private partnerships and rural digitization programs are also optimizing livestock productivity and farmer profits in those areas.
   

Rearing Equipment Market Trends

• The global rearing equipment industry is now shaped by the growing trend of precision livestock farming (PLF) technologies. Farms are integrating automated systems for feeding, drinking, climate control, etc., into the operations of the farm to improve productivity, eliminate reliance on labor. Many of these technologies are supported by IoT sensors and data analytics technology to capture, report, and analyze both animal health and production health, disease detection, product use, water use, etc. The impact of these new tools is a transition to more intelligent, responsive, and sustainable rearing operations capable of meeting the demands of high-performance animal agriculture.
   
• With improved accessibility and affordability for farming, small to mid-sized farms are now utilizing PLF technologies to remain competitive. The incorporation of machine learning algorithms as well as AI-driven platforms in predictive maintenance, automated decision making, personalized animal care, is all increasing both the quality, quantity and consistency of output.
   
• These technologies are also improving traceability and transparency of the food supply chains, factors consumers and regulators are increasingly demanding. As biosecurity, emissions and resource optimization continue to be a focus, the implementation of PLF tools are improving performance while increasing resilience and compliance for the livestock sector.
   
• There is tremendous momentum towards cage-free & animal welfare-compliant systems that is driven by consumer expectations, corporate commitments, and policy changes. The current momentum is particularly noticeable in the poultry sector as enriched colony systems, aviaries, and open-housing type systems replace traditional cage systems. Equipment manufacturers are developing solutions to provide animal comfort, space efficiency and behavioral freedom while retaining operational scale. Collectively, all of these trends are reshaping the modern livestock and poultry rearing standards and the overall rearing market.
   
• This shift has also impacted supply chains food retailers and restaurant chains are becoming increasingly aligned with animal welfare sourcing policies pushing upstream pressure on producers to comply. As a result, demand is increasing for modular, scalable equipment that supports flexible housing designs and provides simple adjustments to meet future regulations.
   
• Similarly, operational support and training services are becoming an integral part of equipment offerings as producers look for assistance making the transition to cage-free without impacting productivity. The effect of all of these developments are driving innovation and widening the competitive space as the race to meet the needs of animal agriculture that responds to welfare takes place in a collage of both traditional firms and specialty innovation.
   

Rearing Equipment Market Analysis

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Based on the technology level, the market is divided into manual, semi-automatic, and automatic. In 2024, automatic rearing equipment dominated the market generating revenue of USD 8.8 billion and expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.9% during the forecast period.
 

• Automated equipment’s popularity is increasing in the market due to growing demand for all of the precision, scalability, and creditability of integrated data systems across livestock management systems. Most automated types include programming and automated operational controls, as well as real-time monitoring information and real-time data-driven optimization features.
   
• Commercial production has incorporated and embraced these automated applications into their daily decision-making and management systems to improve operational performance outputs, animal welfare compliance and credibility, and to preserve a long-term sustainable approach to production values.
   
• Semi-automatic equipment provides the greatest middle ground as it provides higher efficiency and distribution of work without variable high levels of overhead control. Semi-automatic systems will work well in medium farms looking to improve labor productivity and operational consistency while keeping on a lower level of capital intensity equipment.
   
• Manual equipment serves an important role in industry, particularly in places with traditional farming practices or where infrastructure development is at early stages. There is ease of implementation, lower investment, and flexibility day-to-day. Manual equipment is still used heavily with smallholder and family farms due to the complexity and trade-offs of simpler operation, which comes with some control and adaption.

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Based on distribution channel, the rearing equipment market is segmented into direct and indirect channels. In 2024, indirect segment dominates the market with 72% market share and the segment is expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.8% from 2025 to 2034.
 

• The indirect distribution remains the larger distribution channel within the global rearing equipment segment, especially in instances of large, fragmented geographies. The indirect channels of dealers, distributors, and agents allows manufacturers to access a wide range of small to mid-sized farms within multiple regions.
   
• This can be especially relevant in emerging markets characterized by the necessity of local market knowledge and expertise in market dynamics. Supported by an established distribution network, manufacturers gain access to a larger breadth of the market for maximum delivery of equipment and after-sale service in an operationally efficient manner. Indirect channels are particularly well-suited for standardized or lower complexity equipment where direct selling may be less practical.
   
• On the other hand, direct selling and distribution is still relevant, specifically for large scale commercial operations and for advanced rearing systems that will require customized solutions, technical competency, and ongoing dedicated after-sale support.
   
• In most cases, manufacturers will be dealing directly with major producers of livestock to ensure proper installation and integration of rearing equipment with a producer’s management systems along with a clear service maintenance process. Direct dealing also permits manufacturers to create good working relationships facilitating direct and tailored service options bettering their long-term partnerships.

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In terms of country, the United States led the rearing equipment market with 76% of the North American market share and revenue of USD 4.7 billion in 2024.
 

• The U.S. livestock equipment market is positioned for growth due to strong livestock trading and continuously improving farm practices. Farm expansions and consolidations are creating demand for reliable, well-designed systems that enable them to operate at larger capacities.
   
• Technology adoption strategically opens the door for market opportunities, as farmers are finding it less difficult to invest in solution for automated feeding and watering and environmental control that optimize their operating procedures and promote better animal health outcomes. Manufacturers are in turn supplying simple, flexible, easy to adopt technologies that can satisfy the farm and operating specifications.
   
• A further driver of equipment purchasing decisions is sustainability, biosecurity, or regulatory compliance. With an established supply chain and a strong focus on innovation, the U.S. will continue to play an important part is the larger global livestock equipment market.
   

The Europe market was valued at USD 4.1 billion in 2024 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 4.3% between 2025 and 2034.
 

• The rearing equipment market in Europe is established and there are high levels of animal welfare, sustainability, and efficiency of operation. In Europe there are producers adopting advanced housing systems, automated feeding, and climate management solutions, while operating under strict regulations and challenges arising from changing consumer preferences.
   
• Germany as a large market in Europe, plays an important role in this evolution. Germany's emphasis on animal-friendly husbandry systems, energy-efficient systems and compliance to EU regulations continues to motivate the demand for modern equipment. There are domestic and international manufacturers across Europe who manufacture specific equipment to serve the diverse needs of livestock operations by species and scale.
   

The Asia Pacific rearing equipment market was valued at USD 9.8 billion in 2024 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 5.1% between 2025 and 2034.
 

• The Asia-Pacific market is progressing steadily due to increased demand for animal-based protein, enhancements in farming modernization, and greater emphasis on animal health and productivity. Countries such as China, India, and Southeast Asian nations are investing in infrastructure associated with livestock farming to develop supply chains for both domestic consumption and exports.
   
• While some areas are slow to move beyond conventional farming practices, there is an ongoing trend towards semi-automated and automated systems in poultry and dairy farming commercial markets. This trend will intensify as governments make securing supply chains and increasing profitability a priority, agribusiness investment in automation grows, and mid-sized farms proliferate. Therefore, APAC will continue to emerge as a key growth region for equipment manufacturers that offer scalable and affordable rearing equipment solutions.
   
• In addition to this, regional governments are promoting sustainable agriculture and biosecurity initiatives, which are speeding up the adoption of climate-controlled housing, automated feeding and waste management systems. There are also increasing partnerships between local manufacturers and global technology providers which involves sharing knowledge and localizing advanced rearing technologies. This lowers import reliance, whilst creating a center for innovation and low-cost manufacturers for rearing equipment in the Asia-Pacific region.
   

The rearing equipment market in the Saudi Arabia was valued at USD 400 million and is expected to experience significant and promising growth from 2025 to 2034.
 

• The rearing equipment industry in Saudi Arabia is growing as the country seeks agricultural self-sufficiency while decreasing reliance on food imports. With the government pressuring the livestock producers, the livestock industry is receiving the benefits of modernization and digitalization with the introduction of semi-automated feeding, temperature-controlled housing, and advanced watering systems.
   
• In particular, the nation's vast segments of dairy and poultry producers are increasing new investments in sustainable farming infrastructure and water saving technologies, while continuing to grow their productivity. There is growing domestic demand and significant endorsement of innovation in agriculture, which is creating a significant opportunity in the country for rearing equipment manufacturers to provide climate suitable products to reliable, scalable agricultural producers.
   

Rearing Equipment Market Share

• The top five companies in rearing equipment industry are Big Dutchman, FACCO Poultry Equipment, Hog Slat, TecniPlast, and Vencomatic and they collectively hold a share of 15%-20% in the market.
   
• These companies continue to acquire and merge with others, expand facilities, and make various collaborations to increase their product offerings, access customer bases, and secure their market positions.
   
• Big Dutchman is well known for having advanced and complete rearing equipment solutions for the poultry and pig industries. The company has a reputation of being innovative, where Big Dutchman produces a complete system of feeding, housing, climate control and waste management. Their solutions can be found on the largest commercial poultry and pig units as well as mid-sized farms and their solutions are recognized for their accuracy, energy efficiency, and the suitability for animal welfare and sustainability.
   
• Hog Slat is a business that specializes in complete turnkey swine rearing systems, featuring tough American-made equipment ready to reach its full potential in commercial hog operations. Their portfolio encompasses everything from farrowing crates and feeding systems to full barn ventilation and manure handling applications. Their products are generally considered to be reliable, simple to operate, and cheaper than any alternative solution made outside the U.S. What Hog Slat brings to the table is its vertical factory direct model of design, manufacture, and install under one roof, providing preparing pig producers customized instillation and service when they need to scale up.
   
• TecniPlast is a key player in equipment rearing laboratory animals in controlled research environments. The uniqueness of TecniPlast is technological advancement in bio secure housing designs that protect animal welfare as well as tight regulatory requirements for conducting biomedical research. Moreover, TecniPlast's groundbreaking scientific advancements, like individually ventilated cages (IVCs), specialty air filtration, and automated cleaning solutions position all TecniPlast equipment for excellent hygiene and data quality.
   
• In January 2023, FACCO Poultry Equipment entered the UK market, expanding its global presence. FACCO partnered with Chirs Dickinson a local player in the UK market to increase their local presence and provide better access to the market. This expansion enhances FACCO’s position as a key player in the global market.
   

Rearing Equipment Market Companies

Major players operating in the rearing equipment industry are:

• Arrowquip
• Big Dutchman
• CTB
• DeLaval
• FACCO Poultry Equipment
• Hi-Hog Farm & Ranch Equipment
• Hog Slat
• IAE
• Potters Poultry
• Priefert
• SKIOLD Landmeco
• Tarter Farm and Ranch Equipment
• TecniPlast
• TEXHA
• Vencomatic
   

To improve the product and market share key players are constantly investing in technological activities and are also entering into partnerships to provide improved and better solutions for the customers. These investments are benefiting both companies and customers as they help develop and offer solutions as per the changing technological trends and thus the customer requirements.
 

Arrowquip is a worldwide company that manufactures livestock handling equipment emphasizing the safety of animals and handlers. Arrowquip made its first equipment in Australia and has grown, now making products available for customers in all continents, under the same brand. Products include cattle chutes, loading ramps, and cattle flotation devices, all made with durable materials. Arrowquip collaborates with farmers to help improve the design of the products and seeks to reduce the stress of the animals and the risk of injuries of the handlers.
 

CTB is a subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway and offers a diverse product line of equipment and systems for poultry, pigs, grain storage, and food processing. CTB employs approximately 3000 employees globally and has grown by acquiring companies that allow them to provide full solutions for both farming and processing. CTB’s products allow farmers to operate more efficiently and are backed by the financial strength of its parent company, making it a substantial contributor in the agricultural equipment market.
 

In April 2025, FACCO Poultry Equipment unveiled a BIO poultry farm in Italy. This farm is equipped with advanced smart rearing systems that promote sustainable production and animal welfare. This facility highlighted the company’s innovative technology and served as a model of automated poultry farming. This helped FACCO in strengthening their position as a key player in the market.
 

Rearing Equipment Industry News

• In June 2025, FACCO Poultry Equipment hosted an open day event at their first free range poultry farm in Scotland to showcase their new CASA system designed to support animal welfare and increase efficiency of overall operations. This event helped company highlight their commitment to on farm innovation and support to animal welfare while increasing customer engagement in the UK market.
   
• In January 2024, IAE introduced their new cattle crushes products under 800 series that featured both manual and automated options for improved ease of use and versatility. The new design lowers animal stress and improves the handler’s safety. This launch highlighted IAE’s innovative and advanced engineering in rearing equipment market.
   
• In September 2023, DeLaval partnered with John Deere to launch a new Milk Sustainability Center that enables dairy farmers to track nutrient efficiency, output, and emissions. This initiative was aimed at supporting sustainable and data-driven practices.
   

The rearing equipment market research report includes in-depth coverage of the industry with estimates & forecasts in terms of revenue (USD Billion) and volume (Thousand Units) from 2021 to 2034, for the following segments:

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Market, By Product Type

• Housing systems
• Storage facilities
• Fencing
• Augers and feeders
• Climate control equipment
• Health & sanitation equipment
• Others(monitoring, milking, egg collection, etc.)

Market, By Technology Level

• Manual
• Semi-automatic
• Automatic

Market, By Animal Type

• Poultry
  • Chickens
  • Ducks
  • Turkeys
• Livestock
  • Cattle
  • Pigs
  • Sheep and goats
• Aquatic Animals
  • Fish
  • Shrimp
  • Other marine species
• Insects
  • Silkworms
  • Crickets
• Others (horse, mice, rabbits, etc.)

Market, By End Use

• Family-owned farms
• Commercial farms
• Research institutions & laboratories
• Others

Market, By Distribution Channel  

• Direct
• Indirect 

The above information is provided for the following regions and countries:

• North America
  • U.S.
  • Canada
• Europe
  • Germany
  • UK
  • France
  • Spain
  • Italy
  • Netherlands
• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • Japan
  • India
  • Australia
  • South Korea
• Latin America
  • Brazil
  • Mexico
  • Argentina
• MEA
  • South Africa
  • Saudi Arabia
  • UAE