Livestock Waterer Global Market Report 2025

The livestock waterer market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $1.0 billion in 2024 to $1.08 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8%. The growth during the historic period can be linked to rising demand for efficient water management on farms, growing awareness of animal health and welfare, expansion of commercial dairy operations, increasing adoption of basic automatic watering systems, and rising government support for livestock infrastructure.

The livestock waterer market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $1.45 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.7%. The growth in the forecast period is expected to result from a greater focus on sustainable farming practices, increasing investment in advanced farm equipment, growing demand for low-maintenance livestock water solutions, expansion of large-scale animal husbandry operations, and heightened emphasis on water conservation in agriculture. Key trends in the forecast period include advancements in automated watering systems, development of energy-efficient and eco-friendly materials, investment in research and development for smart livestock monitoring, innovations in solar-powered and sensor-based designs, and development of modular and portable watering units.

The growing awareness about animal welfare is expected to drive the growth of the livestock waterer market in the future. Animal welfare refers to the well-being of animals, ensuring they are healthy, comfortable, and free from stress or suffering. This increasing awareness is largely due to rising consumer consciousness and stricter regulations, as more farmers and stakeholders recognize the importance of ethical treatment. As a result, many are adopting advanced livestock waterers to ensure the health and comfort of animals. Livestock waterers are vital in supporting animal welfare by providing consistent access to clean water, promoting animal health, and encouraging humane farming practices. For instance, in July 2024, Montgomery County Animal Control, a US-based public animal shelter, reported an increase in the save rate for cats from 77% in 2023 to 82% in 2024. Consequently, the rising focus on animal welfare is driving the growth of the livestock waterer market.

Key companies in the livestock waterer market are focusing on developing advanced solutions, such as automatic waterers with real-time monitoring capabilities, to improve water management, ensure animal welfare, and reduce operational inefficiencies. Automatic waterers use sensors and cloud connectivity to track water levels, consumption patterns, and temperature, allowing farmers to monitor usage remotely, receive alerts, and optimize water delivery. For example, in June 2023, Cascada Equine, a US-based equine care solutions company, introduced the Internet of Things (IoT)-based automatic horse waterer. This product features ultrasonic sensor detection for automatic refills, tracks daily water consumption via a mobile app, and offers customizable installation options for easy setup and maintenance. This innovation helps farmers save time, reduce labor costs, and ensure consistent water quality for livestock.

In January 2025, Granite Creek Capital Partners, a US-based private equity firm, acquired Ritchie Industries Inc. for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition, Granite Creek seeks to expand its capabilities in livestock equipment and leverage Ritchie Industries' expertise to strengthen its position in the global agricultural and livestock markets. Ritchie Industries is a US-based provider of automatic livestock waterers.

Major players in the livestock waterer market are Behlen Manufacturing Company, Hog Slat Inc., Priefert Waterers, Tusker Inc., Trojan Specialty Products, Canarm Ltd., Moore Concrete Products Ltd., Kuhl Corp., Nelson Manufacturing Company, Johnson Concrete Products, High Country Plastics, Miraco Livestock Water Systems, Luco Manufacturing, Bohlmann Inc., Farm Innovators, La Buvette SA, Brower Equipment, Cobett Company, Pride of the Farm, Bar-Bar-A, Hoskins MFG Co. Inc., Superior Ag Waterers.

North America was the largest region in the livestock waterer market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in livestock waterer report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa.

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 agriculture sector by increasing input costs for seeds, fertilizers, and machinery parts sourced from abroad. Tariffs on imported agrochemicals and farm equipment have raised production expenses for growers, while retaliatory measures from key trading partners have reduced export opportunities for U.S. crops such as corn, wheat, and dairy products. As a result, many farmers are experiencing shrinking profit margins and heightened financial stress. In response, agricultural producers are diversifying crop portfolios, adopting precision farming technologies to reduce input waste, and advocating for government subsidies and market access relief.

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A livestock waterer is a piece of equipment or system designed to provide clean and consistent drinking water to farm animals. It ensures that animals have access to water automatically or on demand, reducing manual labor for farmers. These devices help maintain animal health, improve hydration, and support efficient farm operations.

The primary types of livestock waterers include automatic waterers, non-automatic waterers, heated waterers, and non-heated waterers. Automatic waterers are designed to supply a continuous and controlled flow of water to livestock or pets without manual intervention. They are made from various materials, including plastic, metal, concrete, and others, and are used for different types of livestock such as cattle, poultry, swine, sheep, and more. These products are distributed through both online and offline channels and are utilized by end-users including commercial farms, household farms, and others.

The countries covered in the livestock waterer market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The livestock waterer market consists of sales of automatic water bowls, heated water troughs, frost-free waterers, portable livestock water tanks, and solar-powered watering systems. 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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