According to a research report “Food Processing & Handling Equipment Market by Type (Food Processing, Food Service, Food Packaging), Application (Meat & Poultry, Bakery & Confectionery, Alcoholic, Non-alcoholic Beverages, Dairy), End-product Form and Region – Global Forecast to 2026” published by MarketsandMarkets, the Food Processing and Handling Equipment Market is projected to grow from USD 130.6 billion in 2021 to USD 175.1 billion by 2026, recording a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.0% during the forecast period. The food processing & handling equipment market is exhibiting strong growth, with the rising demand for prepared food products globally, changes in consumer lifestyles, along with a transformative leap forward in technological capabilities and increasing investment opportunities in the food processing industry. The markets in North America and Europe have been growing consistently due to the established food & beverage processing industry and the presence of international food processing equipment manufacturers. The rise in demand for processed food and convenience food has been supported by the rise in disposable income and rapid urbanization in developing countries, such as India, Brazil, and China.
