Food Manufacturing Software Market Report 2025

The food manufacturing software market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $5.35 billion in 2024 to $5.82 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9%. The growth during the historic period can be linked to heightened compliance requirements, growing demand for supply chain traceability, increased emphasis on quality control, broader adoption of enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, and a rising need for precise inventory management.

The food manufacturing software market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $8.1 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.6%. The growth expected in the forecast period is driven by increasing demand for operational efficiency, accelerating digital transformation in manufacturing, wider adoption of cloud-based solutions, a growing emphasis on personalized nutrition, and escalating complexity in supply chains. Key trends during this time include advancements in AI-powered quality control, innovations in predictive maintenance software, progress in IoT-based production monitoring, technological improvements in traceability and batch tracking, and the development of integrated mobile software solutions.

The increasing concerns over food safety are anticipated to drive the expansion of the food manufacturing software market in the coming years. Food safety concerns involve the risks associated with the handling, preparation, and storage of food that may result in contamination, foodborne illnesses, or breaches of health regulations. These concerns have escalated due to contamination from harmful pathogens, chemicals, or improper handling throughout the supply chain. Food manufacturing software addresses these issues by enabling real-time monitoring, ensuring compliance with regulations, and streamlining quality control across the production process. For example, in May 2024, the European Food Safety Authority reported that in 2022, the European Union experienced 5,763 foodborne outbreaks, 48,605 illness cases, 2,783 hospitalizations, and 64 deaths. This represented increases of 43.9% in outbreaks, 49.4% in illness cases, and 106.5% in deaths compared to 2021. Consequently, rising food safety concerns are fueling growth in the food manufacturing software market.

Leading companies in the food manufacturing software sector are developing innovative solutions, such as cloud-based software as a service (SaaS) platforms, to improve operations, ensure compliance, and boost efficiency. Cloud-based SaaS platforms are internet-hosted applications accessible remotely, eliminating the need for local installation or maintenance. For instance, in October 2022, Hygiena LLC, a biotechnology firm based in the US, launched the SureTrend Cloud Food Safety Software, a cloud-based SaaS platform designed to optimize food safety and quality management. This platform consolidates environmental monitoring and testing data from various facilities, offering real-time visibility, automated alerts, and enhanced compliance tracking. It features customizable dashboards, scalable tiered packages (Starter, Power, and Premium), and seamless data integration to aid audit preparation, performance benchmarking, and proactive risk management. The software aims to simplify quality metrics and support data-driven decision-making, showcasing innovation in digital food safety management and modern aspiration control technology.

In February 2023, QAD Inc., a software company based in the US, acquired Redzone for an undisclosed sum. Through this acquisition, QAD Inc. seeks to improve productivity and frontline worker engagement in manufacturing by connecting and empowering the workforce. This move aligns with QAD’s vision of the Adaptive Enterprise, focused on optimizing efficiency, agility, and resilience from the shop floor to executive levels. Redzone, also a US-based company, offers specialized food manufacturing software designed to boost productivity, maintain compliance, and foster a connected workforce on the production floor.

Major players in the food manufacturing software market are SAP SE, Sage Group, The Sage Group plc, Vicinity Manufacturing ERP Solutions, MasterControl Inc., iRely India Private Limited., CSB-System AG, Datacor Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Software, BatchMaster Software Manufacturing ERP, SYSPRO ERP Software, Katana Manufacturing ERP by Katana Corp, YAVEON ProBatch, inecta Food ERP, Plex Systems Inc., Royal 4 Systems Inc., LYNQ Limited., Food Decision Software Inc., JustFood ERP, Mar-Kov Computer Systems Inc., FlexiBake Software Ltd.

North America was the largest region in the food manufacturing software market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in food manufacturing software report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the food manufacturing software market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

The accelerated imposition of U.S. tariffs and the emerging trade conflicts in spring 2025 are significantly influencing the food and beverage sector by raising the costs for imported ingredients including olive oil, cheese, and tropical fruits, forcing food brands to reformulate products or accept lower margins. Beverage makers face similar pressures, with aluminum can tariffs increasing packaging expenses. Retaliatory tariffs on U.S. agricultural exports (e.g., soybeans, pork) have also disrupted farm-to-processing supply chains. Companies are reformulating recipes, sourcing locally where possible, and hedging commodity purchases to manage volatility.

Food manufacturing software is a dedicated digital tool designed to manage, streamline, and enhance every stage of food production, from sourcing raw materials and managing inventory to planning production and ensuring quality control. It helps maintain compliance with food safety standards, boosts operational efficiency, and minimizes waste throughout the manufacturing process.

The primary elements of food manufacturing software include software and associated services. Software consists of programs, instructions, and data that enable computers or electronic devices to perform specific functions. It can be implemented in cloud-based, on-premise, or hybrid setups and serves businesses of all sizes from small to large enterprises. This software supports various applications such as inventory management, production planning, quality assurance, compliance management, and more, catering to diverse sectors including meat, poultry, seafood, dairy, beverages, baked goods, and packaged products.

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The food manufacturing software market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing services such as production planning and scheduling, inventory and supply chain management, quality control and compliance management, recipe and formulation management, and sales and distribution management. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The food manufacturing software market also includes sales of enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, manufacturing execution systems, quality management systems, supply chain management (SCM) software, and food traceability software. 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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