Global Milking Robots Market Size By Type (Single-Stall Unit, Multi-Stall Unit), By Herd Size (Up to 100, Between 100-1,000), By Geographic Scope And Forecast

Milking Robots Market Size And Forecast

Milking Robots Market size was valued at USD 1.97 Billion in 2022 and is projected to reach USD 3.16 Billion by 2030 , growing at a CAGR of 10.27% from 2023 to 2030. The incorporation of robotic technology reduced the requirement for labor and increased milk quality and hygiene is a major factor driving the growth of the market. Also, the milking robots provide various information such as milking frequency, rumination and movement activity, concentrate intake, health alerts, and much more. Owing to these factors the market for milking robots is expected to grow over the forecast period. The Global Milking Robots Market report provides a holistic evaluation of the market. The report offers a comprehensive analysis of key segments, trends, drivers, restraints, competitive landscape, and factors that are playing a substantial role in the market.

Global Milking Robots Market Definition

Milking robots refers to an automatic milking system for dairy animals, whose milking is done without the direct participation of an operator. Robotic milking reduces the labor demand on dairy farms of all sizes. Milking robots consist of various components such as pulsator, teat cups shell & liners, vacuum pump & gauge, tank, and regulator. The milking robot is also used for various applications such as evaluating the milk quality through multiple sensors installed, determining her milking status, dispensing the feed to the cow while she is milked, and even determining her milking status.

A milking robot is a kind of rural robot that performs the milking of dairy cows without human work. For the framework of the milking robot, introductory filtering of dairy animals is done to know their body shape, the amount of milk they give, and the rate at which every nipple gives milk, among different elements. After the underlying examination, nourishment pellets are kept inside the framework with the goal that the cow comes near it. Once the dairy animals enter the framework, it is checked for a distinguishing proof tag. In light of the label number, the machine distinguishes the dairy animals and makes sense of the latest time, the cow was milked. In the event that the bovine wasn't milked as of late, the automated arm expands and delicately fortifies the cow to extract the milk.

Global Milking Robots Market Overview

The nutritional properties offered by milk and milk products are the key factors propelling the Global Milking Robots Market growth. Additionally, the increasing number of dairy industries and the rising demand from the food and beverage industry is also boosting the market. This coupled with a rise in the need for quality and quantity milk and the high cost of labor are propelling the adoption of robots for operational purposes, thereby augmenting growth. The main considerations driving the Milking Robots Market incorporates the low reliance on difficult work and more prominent time adaptability. Moreover, once the cows are legitimately prepared, the dairy animals are more alright with a milking robot than with a human connection amid milking. Additionally, the robot framework likewise monitors vital information, for example, the electrical conductivity of the milk, singular dairy animal's milk creation, and cow rumination information. This guarantees both, expanded milk yield and occasional observing of steers' wellbeing.

In addition, the high demand to reduce labor cost by automation in dairy farms is expected to act as a driver to the market growth as well as Technological advancements and product launches in dairy farms is also market driver and there is high demand for technology due to increasing herd size in dairy farms is expected to act as a driver to the market growth. A significant rise in herd sizes and the introduction of innovative and advanced automation technologies are also driving demand for milking robot systems in the dairy farming industry. The technology facilitates the automation of diverse dairy functions such as herd management, milking operations, and dairy farm management. It also facilitates milk production, owing to the increased efficiency and frequency of the process. The implementation of robotics technology reduces the need for labor and assists in maintaining the quality of the product

However, high installation costs and expensive maintenance cost associated with milking robotics is expected to act as a restraint to the market growth. In addition, the inadequate training for cows in the initial stages, high chances of a machine breakdown, and the availability of a less or scarce number of technicians may pose major challenges for the market in the coming years. Moreover, ongoing R&D activities across the globe for the development of cost-effective machinery are providing a lucrative opportunity for the market to grow.

Global Milking Robots Market: Segmentation Analysis

The Global Milking Robots Market is Segmented on the basis of Type, Herd Size, and Geography.

Milking Robots Market, By Type

• Single-Stall Unit
• Multi-Stall Unit
• Rotary System

Based on Type, the market is bifurcated into Single-Stall Unit, Multi-Stall Unit, and Rotary System. The multi-stall unit and rotary system segments are expected to witness a significant growth rate over the forecasted period. The growth of the multi-stall unit system is driven by increasing herd size in dairy industries. The single-stall unit segment accounted for the highest share in the Milking Robots Market in 2019.

Milking Robots Market, By Herd Size

• Up to 100
• Between 100-1,000
• Above 1,000

Based on Herd Size, the market is bifurcated into Up to 100, Between 100-1,000, and Above 1,000. The between 100-1,000 animals and above 1,000 animals segments are expected to grow at higher rates over the forecasted period. These systems are designed to provide high operational efficiencies by milking more animals on dairy farms, resulting in higher adoption.

Milking Robots Market, By Geography

• North America
• Europe
• Asia Pacific
• Rest of the world
• On the basis of regional analysis, the Global Milking Robots Market is classified into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Rest of the world. The Asia Pacific is projected to be the fastest-growing regional market over the forecast period. Soaring demand for milk in the region's emerging economies is expected to drive the growth of the APAC market for milking robots. Increasing labor costs in the milking industry are urging dairy farmers in the region to adopt robotics and automation systems.

Key Players

• The "Global Milking Robots Market" study report will provide a valuable insight with an emphasis on the global market including some of the major players such as
• Dairymaster, Fullwood Ltd., Lely Holding S.A.R.L., BouMatic Robotics, GEA, DeLaval, Afimilk Ltd., Waikato Milking Systems LP, Hokofarm Group B.V., and SCR Dairy, Inc.

Our market analysis also entails a section solely dedicated to such major players wherein our analysts provide an insight into the financial statements of all the major players, along with its product benchmarking and SWOT analysis. The competitive landscape section also includes key development strategies, market share, and market ranking analysis of the above-mentioned players globally.

Key Developments

• Mergers and Acquisitions
• In March 2019, Fullwood announced the acquisition of a Dutch dealer network, Mewitec BV. This Dutch dealer network is formed by the collaboration of seven dealers who import, retail, install, and provide technical assistance for Fullwood smart milking and cooling solutions in the Netherlands.
• In October 2021, BouMatic, an advanced dairy technology producing company, announced the acquisition of Denmark-based SAC Group. SAC is a well-known manufacturer of entire milking equipment for cows, sheep, and goats. This acquisition reflects BouMatic's ongoing focus on providing ideal dairy farm solutions to clients worldwide.
• Product Launches and Product Expansions
• In July 2021, GEA launched its new generation of milking robots, R9500 and DairyProQ. These products are the updated versions of their current product range having benefits such as achieving better efficiency, enhanced serviceability, reduced maintenance cost, and reductions in system downtime so that the efficiency automatically increases.