Mobile Cattle Handling System Market Report 2026

The mobile cattle handling system market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $1.16 billion in 2025 to $1.25 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.4%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth of livestock population, increased focus on handler safety, rising demand for efficient cattle handling, early adoption of portable livestock systems, expansion of commercial farming practices.

The mobile cattle handling system market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $1.71 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rising emphasis on animal welfare compliance, increasing adoption of mobile veterinary services, growing need for operational efficiency in farms, expansion of commercial beef and dairy sectors, higher investment in modern livestock infrastructure. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing demand for portable and modular handling equipment, growing focus on animal welfare and low-stress handling, rising adoption of durable and lightweight materials, expansion of mobile systems for on-site veterinary services, increasing integration of safety-enhancing design features.

The rising consumption of dairy products is expected to drive the growth of the mobile cattle handling system market. Increasing health awareness and recognition of the nutritional benefits of milk, cheese, yogurt, and other dairy products are boosting demand. Mobile cattle handling systems improve dairy productivity by enabling safer and more efficient cattle management, resulting in healthier livestock and higher-quality milk and dairy products. For example, in November 2024, the United States Department of Agriculture reported that milk consumption, as forecasted by FAS/Canberra, was revised upward by 0.2%, reaching 2.46 million metric tons, a 0.7% increase from 2023. Consequently, rising dairy consumption is supporting the growth of mobile cattle handling systems.

Companies in the mobile cattle handling system market are developing innovative solutions, such as mobile towable cattle crush and race units, to enhance livestock management efficiency and animal welfare. These portable systems, mounted on trailers, allow farmers to safely restrain, sort, and move cattle for treatment, weighing, or loading. In January 2023, Arrowquip Manufacturing Ltd., a Canada-based company, launched the Q Catch 748 and Q Catch 7416 units. These towable systems feature a manual squeeze crush, an adjustable cattle race for smooth flow, fully opening side gates for improved access, a tractor tow bar, and quick-setup jacks. Lifetime guarantees on key components, including the rubber floor and headgate locks, ensure durability. The systems allow cattle handling directly in the field or separate yards, reducing transit stress while maintaining the strength and accessibility of traditional fixed systems.

In January 2023, Gallagher Group Limited, a New Zealand-based manufacturer, acquired Norton Livestock Handling Solutions to expand its international presence. This acquisition integrated Australian-manufactured farm gates and portable cattle handling equipment into Gallagher’s global distribution network. Norton Livestock Handling Solutions, based in Australia, specializes in portable cattle handling systems.

Major companies operating in the mobile cattle handling system market are Hi-Hog Farm And Ranch Equipment Ltd., Priefert Manufacturing Company. Inc, Arrowquip, Powder River Inc., W-W Manufacturing Co. Inc., Clipex Fencing And Stockyards Ltd., David Ritchie Ltd., Moly Manufacturing LLC, ProWay Livestock Equipment Pty Ltd., Behlen Manufacturing Co, Stock-Pro Pty Ltd., Lakeland Farm And Ranch Direct, Tarter Farm and Ranch Equipment, D-S Livestock Equipment, Zeitlow Distributing Company, Leicht’s Country Industries Australia, Filson Livestock Equipment Co, Real Tuff Inc., F. Klucznik And Son Ltd, Tal-Tec Ltd.

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.

Tariffs are influencing the mobile cattle handling system market by increasing the cost of steel, aluminum, and mechanical components essential for producing portable crushes, races, pens, and sorting systems. These cost increases particularly impact regions dependent on imported metal structures, such as Asia-Pacific, Africa, and Latin America, and can raise prices across both commercial and small farm segments. However, tariffs may encourage local manufacturing expansion, stimulate domestic sourcing of materials, and foster innovation in cost-efficient, lightweight designs that reduce reliance on imported inputs.

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A mobile cattle handling system is a portable setup designed to manage, restrain, and guide cattle safely and efficiently during veterinary procedures, vaccinations, or routine handling. It generally includes chutes, gates, and loading ramps that can be easily transported and assembled at various locations. This system enhances animal welfare, reduces stress, and improves safety for both the cattle and the handlers.

The main product types of mobile cattle handling systems include portable cattle handling systems, mobile cattle crushes, mobile cattle races, mobile cattle pens, and other variations. Portable cattle handling systems are mobile, easy-to-assemble units used to safely restrain, sort, and move cattle for tasks such as treatment, weighing, or loading, providing flexibility and efficiency compared to permanent facilities. These systems are utilized across dairy farms, beef farms, livestock markets, veterinary clinics, and other settings. They are distributed through channels such as direct sales, online retail, distributors, and more, serving end users including commercial farms, small and medium farms, and others.North America was the largest region in the mobile cattle handling system market in 2025. The regions covered in the mobile cattle handling system market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the mobile cattle handling system market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The mobile cattle handling system market consists of sales of mobile cattle sorting gates, unloading ramps, portable weighing scales for cattle, chute systems, and mobile watering and feeding 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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