Meat Processing Equipment Market Report 2026

The meat processing equipment market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $13.38 billion in 2025 to $14.41 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.7%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to urbanization-driven meat demand, food preservation needs, small processing unit growth, cold storage expansion, manual processing limitations.

The meat processing equipment market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $19.21 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.5%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to ready-to-eat food demand, automation to reduce waste, smart processing equipment, compliance with food standards, innovation in meat preservation. Major trends in the forecast period include growth of automated meat processing, demand for extended shelf life solutions, adoption of advanced grinding and mixing, focus on hygiene and sanitation, expansion of packaged meat products.

The rise in meat consumption is expected to boost the growth of the meat processing equipment market going forward. Meat refers to the flesh of animals, typically mammals and birds, that is used as food. It is a primary source of protein in human diets and is consumed in various forms, including beef, pork, lamb, poultry, and game meats. Increased meat consumption drives the meat processing equipment market by creating demand for more efficient, productive, and sustainable processing solutions that meet consumer expectations and regulatory requirements. For example, in October 2024, the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB), a UK-based non-departmental public body and statutory levy board, projected that global beef and veal consumption would grow at an annual rate of 1.1% through 2033. Therefore, rising meat consumption is driving the meat processing equipment market.

Major companies operating in the meat processing equipment market are developing new products such as high-precision slicing technology, which enables precise portion-weight control and high-speed slicing with minimal product giveaway. High-precision slicing technology is an advanced slicing system that uses servo-controlled product feeding and real-time feedback to ensure each slice meets strict specifications for weight, thickness, shape, and placement at high production speeds, with minimal deformation or waste. For instance, in May 2025, Gesellschaft für Entstaubungs- und Abscheidetechnik (GEA), a Germany-based company specializing in food processing and packaging technologies, introduced the automated One-Line Concept at IFFA, a fully integrated slicing and labeling system designed for precise portioning and high-throughput processing of meat and alternative protein products. This system integrates the OptiSlicer 7000, which features single- or dual-drive servo-controlled slicing with minimal product giveaway, optimized packaging, and enhanced operational efficiency. Additionally, the line includes the PowerGuide 5000 for multi-lane convergence of up to six parallel streams and offers PLC-based digital control for real-time performance monitoring and complete production traceability.

In January 2025, JBT Corporation, a U.S.-based technology and food processing solutions company, acquired Marel hf. for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition, JBT aims to strengthen its meat processing capabilities by integrating Marel’s advanced processing equipment, systems, and services, thereby enhancing automation and innovation across its global food processing operations. Marel hf. is an Iceland-based provider specializing in innovative food processing equipment and services for the meat industry.

Major companies operating in the meat processing equipment market are GEA Group, JBT Corporation, Marel, The Middleby Corporation, Bettcher Industries, Equipamientos Carnicos, Biro Manufacturing Company, Braher International, Bizerba, Riopel Industries, Minerva Omega Group, Risco, Millard Manufacturing Corporation, Apache Stainless Equipment Corporation, PSS Svidnik, Ross Industries Inc., Metalbud Nowicki, Heat and Control Inc., Key Technology Inc., Duravant LLC, Prime Equipment Group Inc., BAADER, BANSS, Stephan Machinery GmbH, Grote Company, Handtmann Maschinenfabrik GmbH & Co. KG, K+G Wetter GmbH, Seydelmann KG, Vemag Maschinenbau GmbH, FPEC Corp., Hollymatic Corporation, Jarvis Products Corporation, Mepaco.

North America was the largest region in the meat processing equipment market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the meat processing equipment market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the meat processing equipment market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The meat processing equipment market consists of sales of tying machine, injector, cutters, blenders, massagers, meat grinders, dicing machines, smoking machines, and filling machines. 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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