Global Dairy Herd Management Market Expected to Reach USD 7.8 Billion by 2033 - IMARC Group

Global Dairy Herd Management Market Statistics, Outlook and Regional Analysis 2025-2033

The global dairy herd management market size was valued at USD 4.2 Billion in 2024, and it is expected to reach USD 7.8 Billion by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 6.75% from 2025 to 2033.

The market is primarily driven by the widespread adoption of advanced technologies such as automated milking systems, herd monitoring devices, and data analytics. These technologies help farmers optimize milking processes, track cow health, monitor feeding patterns, and manage reproduction cycles more efficiently. For instance, in January 2024, DeLaval announced the launch of their new VMS™ Batch Milking system, as a new approach to robotic milking for larger dairy operations, a method advancement in robotic milking technology that helps reduce labor and increase efficiency. Moreover, the market receives significant investment from public organizations and private companies. Such investments aim to support research, development of new technologies, and overall improvement in efficiency in dairy farming operations. This further ensures that more advanced and affordable herd management solutions become accessible to farmers globally. For instance, in September 2024, BL Agro's arm B L Kamdhenu Farms Ltd, signed an initial pact with Sweden-based DeLaval for a partnership in the dairy sector with an investment of around Rs 1,500 crore. The partnership focuses on promoting a zero-waste economy and long-term sustainability in cattle breeding and dairy technology, with an investment of close to Rs 1,500 crore.

The global consumption of dairy products continues to grow due to increasing population, urbanization, and rising incomes, particularly in emerging economies. This has facilitated the need for efficient herd management practices to meet the growing demand for milk and dairy products. Dairy farmers are increasingly looking for solutions to optimize production while maintaining sustainability and profitability, driving demand for herd management systems. For instance, in October 2024, John Deere and DeLaval announced the launch of the Milk Sustainability Center, which is a digital ecosystem that integrates agronomic and animal performance into one unified platform. It will help dairy producers enhance efficiency and sustainability while accommodating changing regulations that affect their operations. Dairy farmers can use the Milk Sustainability Center to monitor nutrient use efficiency (NUE) and carbon dioxide equivalent (CO2e) across their farm, herd, and fields.

Global Dairy Herd Management Market Statistics, By Region

The market research report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include North America (the United States and Canada); Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, India, South Korea, Australia, Indonesia, and others); Europe (Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, and others); Latin America (Brazil, Mexico, and others); and the Middle East and Africa. According to the report, Europe accounted for the largest market share on account of the rising demand for premium dairy products, strict animal welfare and sustainability regulations, and the adoption of advanced technologies like automated milking and precision farming to improve productivity and efficiency.

North America Dairy Herd Management Market Trends:

The market in North America has an impetus due to the prevalence of advanced technologies such as automated milking systems and herd monitoring solutions. Other driving factors in the region are the growing demand for higher-quality dairy products with the intensity of operational efficiencies, and stringent regulations related to animal health and welfare. Moreover, the rising number of large-scale dairy farms, increasing investments in precision farming solutions, and growing demand for sustainably and ethically produced dairy products.

Asia-Pacific Dairy Herd Management Market Trends:

Rapid urbanization and increased disposable incomes are the key factors driving demand for dairy herd management in the Asia Pacific. Government initiatives toward improving farm productivity also help boost these demands. Furthermore, the widespread adoption of modern technology such as IoT-enabled systems for monitoring purposes to improve yield and animal health under a rapid expansion of dairy industries.

Europe Dairy Herd Management Market Trends:

The rising demand for high-quality dairy products, stringent animal welfare regulations, and emphasis on sustainability are driving the market in Europe. Automated milking systems, precision farming, and technology innovations further augment market demand because more consumers are interested in ethical farming practices. For instance, in March 2024, GEA acquired Northern Ireland-based agricultural software company CattleEye Ltd, adding a pioneering artificial intelligence system to its existing portfolio of solutions for dairy farms. The acquisition reinforces GEA’s strong commitment to improving animal health and welfare. CattleEye is an artificial intelligence system designed to quickly detect and predict lameness in cows and to provide critical data to assess the body condition score.

Latin America Dairy Herd Management Market Trends:

In Latin America, the market is driven by the region's growing dairy farming industry and export-oriented production. Farmers in the region are using herd management solutions for better productivity in their farms and to endure global quality standards. In line with this, the increased consciousness about animal health, government support in modernizing dairy farming practices, and rising consumer demand for high-quality dairy products are facilitating the growth of the market, particularly in countries like Brazil and Argentina.

Middle East and Africa Dairy Herd Management Market Trends:

In the Middle East and Africa, the market is influenced by the rising demand for dairy products driven by population growth and urbanization. Challenges like arid climates and limited resources encourage the adoption of technologies that optimize production and reduce waste. Government initiatives to boost local dairy production, coupled with increasing awareness of modern farming practices, further support market growth in this developing region.

Top Companies Leading in the Dairy Herd Management Industry

Some of the leading dairy herd management market companies include Afimilk Ltd., BouMatic LLC, Dairymaster, DeLaval (Tetra Laval), Fullwood JOZ, GEA Group AG, Lely, Nedap N.V., SUM-IT Computer Systems Ltd., Valley Agricultural Software Inc. (URUS Group LP), among many others.

In April 2024, BouMatic, a pioneer in dairy technology, announced its partnership with Brolis Sensor Technology to combine efforts on integrating the Brolis in-line milk analyzer into the Gemini UP milking robot and other BouMatic milking systems. The In-line milk analyzer is part of the Brolis HerdLine concept.

Global Dairy Herd Management Market Segmentation Coverage

• On the basis of the product, the market has been categorized into hardware and software. Hardware holds a large share of the market due to the essential role of devices like automated milking machines, sensors, and monitoring equipment in streamlining farm operations and enhancing productivity. Software dominates as it integrates data from multiple sources, enabling farmers to analyze herd performance, optimize resource use, and make data-driven decisions for efficient dairy management.
• Based on the application, the market is classified into milk management systems, feeding/nutrition management systems, animal waste management systems, breeding management, health management, and others, amongst which milk management systems dominates the market. The milk management system holds the highest market share, given that it enables cost-effective capital using a better system to monitor milk production, quality, and storage. This is vital for yield optimization and the meeting of regulatory standards. These systems improve productivity, reduce losses, and maintain the quality of the milk, thus proving instrumental to small and large-scale dairy farms in ensuring operational efficiency.
• On the basis of the farm size, the market has been divided into small-scale dairy farms, large-scale dairy farms, and co-operative dairy farms. Among these, large-scale dairy farms accounts for the majority of the market share. Large-scale dairy farms hold the largest market share because they require advanced technologies to manage large herds. Their efficient milking machines, herd monitoring tools, precision solutions for farming, reduced labor, and high-quality milk production are driving the segment growth in the market. Their significant financial capacity enables investment in modern solutions, driving their dominance in the market.