Industrial Food Processor Market Report 2026

The industrial food processor market size has grown steadily in recent years. It will grow from $69.91 billion in 2025 to $73.22 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.7%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth of processed and packaged food consumption, expansion of large-scale food manufacturing facilities, rising labor costs in food processing, increasing demand for consistent food quality, availability of industrial-grade processing equipment.

The industrial food processor market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $92.34 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing investments in smart food factories, rising focus on sustainable food processing, expansion of ready-to-eat and convenience food segments, growing adoption of AI-enabled quality inspection, demand for flexible and modular processing systems. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing adoption of automated food processing lines, rising demand for high-capacity processing equipment, growing integration of smart monitoring and control systems, expansion of energy-efficient food processing solutions, enhanced focus on food safety and hygiene standards.

The rising demand for processed food products is expected to drive the growth of the industrial food processor market in the coming years. Processed food includes raw agricultural products that have undergone various processes that alter their original state, such as heating, pasteurization, blanching, cooking, canning, freezing, or drying. Convenience foods represent a category within processed foods that are specifically designed for quick and easy preparation, aligning with modern lifestyles that prioritize efficiency. Industrial food processors are widely used to quickly and efficiently slice, dice, shred, blend, and purée a wide range of foods, enabling the production of numerous processed and convenience food products. For example, in July 2023, according to Food and Drinks Malaysia by SIAL Group, a Malaysia-based food and beverage exhibition organizer, the convenience food sector in Malaysia recorded a 3% increase in volume in 2023 and is projected to reach 7,829.2 kg by 2027. Additionally, convenience food revenue in Malaysia totaled $31.84 billion in 2022 and is forecast to grow at a compound annual rate of 5.49% between 2022 and 2027. As a result, the growing consumption of processed food products is contributing to the expansion of the industrial food processor market.

Major players in the industrial food processor market are increasingly emphasizing the incorporation of double interlock mechanisms in their products to enhance profitability. This safety feature ensures that the food processor will only function when both the bowl and lid are securely locked. For instance, in April 2023, Hobart Corporation, a US-based provider of commercial grocery and food service equipment, introduced the FP300i floor model to its continuous-feed food processor range. This robust machine can process up to 88 pounds of goods per minute and includes a double interlock mechanism for operator safety, preventing operation when the pusher plate is open or disengaged, along with a no-volt release for power outage protection.

In November 2025, UNOX S.p.A., an Italy-based manufacturer of professional cooking equipment, acquired Roboqbo for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition, Unox aims to strengthen its advanced kitchen automation capabilities, broaden its product portfolio by integrating robotic and process automation technologies, and accelerate the development of a comprehensive ecosystem for fully automated professional kitchen operations. Roboqbo Srl is an Italy-based food processing technology company specializing in robotic food processing systems, including multifunctional all-in-one solutions designed to replace multiple pieces of equipment in professional kitchens and applications across the food and cosmetics industries.

Major companies operating in the industrial food processor market are Tetra Pak International S.A., GEA Group AG, Alfa Laval AB, Krones AG, Middleby Corporation, Bucher Industries AG, Bühler Holding AG, JBT Corporation, Marel hf, SPX Flow Inc., Tomra Systems ASA, Duravant LLC, Hosokawa Micron International Inc., Heat and Control Inc., Baader Gmbh & Company KG, Schenck Process Holding GmbH, RHEON Automatic Machinery Co. Ltd., Urschel Laboratories Inc., Key Technology Inc., Pacific Food Machinery Ltd., Ishida Co. Ltd., Wenger Manufacturing Inc., Satake Corporation, ProXES GmbH, Risco S.p.A., Anko Food Machine Co. Ltd., Cretel, Food Machinery Australasia Ltd.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the industrial food processor market in 2025. The regions covered in the industrial food processor market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the industrial food processor market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Spain, Canada.

The industrial food processor market consists of sales of commercial food blenders, batch bowl processors, combination processors, vertical cutter mixers and industrial food mixers. 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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