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市場調查報告書
商品編碼
1700037
2032 年全球水果採摘機市場預測:按產品類型、水果種類、材料、供應來源、分銷管道、最終用戶和地區進行分析Fruit Picker Market Forecasts to 2032 - Global Analysis By Product Type (Manual Tools and Automated Tools), Fruit Type (Apples, Oranges, Berries, Grapes and Peaches), Material, Source, Distribution Channel, End User and By Geography |
根據 Stratistics MRC 的數據,全球水果採摘機市場預計在 2025 年達到 21.8 億美元,到 2032 年將達到 49.8 億美元,預測期內的複合年成長率為 12.5%。
採摘機是一種專門的設備或機械,用於有效採摘水果,而不會危及樹木或農產品。它們通常由一根長桿組成,桿的末端有一個籃子或爪狀裝置,用於夠到高處的樹枝並採摘蘋果、橙子、芒果和梨等水果。有些甚至配有帶襯墊的籃子和墊片,以防止刮傷。商業農場經常使用機械化或自動化採摘機來提高生產力,但家庭花園和小果園仍然經常使用手動採摘機。
全國農民聯盟 (NFU) 的一項研究發現,由於勞動力短缺,2022 年上半年浪費了價值 2,380 萬美元的農產品。這相當於英國園藝業約三分之一的浪費食物,浪費的食物總價值估計超過 6,480 萬美元。
人們對新鮮水果的興趣日益濃厚
人們對健康和營養的認知不斷提高,推動了全球對新鮮水果的需求。消費者對天然和有機農產品的偏好正在推動已開發國家和新興國家的市場發展。鑑於日益成長的需求,有效的收穫方法對於減少收穫後的損失並確保水果以最佳狀態到達市場至關重要。此外,機械化水果收割機減少了加工時間和物理損傷,有助於生產超級市場、食品加工商和出口市場所需的高品質、無損的水果。
收穫各種水果的困難
與傳統作物不同,水果的收穫需要小心處理以保持品質並避免損壞。水果的大小、質地、成熟模式和生長環境的差異使得創建通用的自動化解決方案變得困難。例如,與草莓和櫻桃等更嬌嫩的水果相比,蘋果和橙子需要不同的抓握技巧。此外,由於難以區分成熟水果和未成熟的水果、避免用力過度以及難以駕馭複雜的果園佈局,自動化在某些情況下可能不是很有效。
開發機器人和人工智慧以實現精準收割
水果採摘技術正在透過機器人、機器學習和人工智慧 (AI) 的結合進行革命性變革,從而提高採摘的效率、速度和精度。利用深度學習演算法、電腦視覺和雷射雷達感測器,配備人工智慧的採摘水果者現在可以區分成熟水果和未成熟水果,避開腐爛的水果,並在幾乎不需要人工協助的情況下穿越複雜的果園環境。此外,隨著人工智慧和機器人技術變得越來越普及和價格越來越便宜,對精準採伐解決方案的需求預計將會增加,為製造商和技術供應商提供豐厚的前景。
作物受損和敏感的風險
自動化系統無法有效率地收穫所有水果,而且也不可能避免造成損壞。必須小心處理漿果、葡萄、桃子和櫻桃等嬌嫩的水果,以防止擦傷、破裂或破碎。機器人水果採摘器無法複製人類手的細膩觸感,而人類手在精度和握力方面已經取得了長足的進步。例如,機器人夾持器施加的過度壓力所造成的損害可能會損害水果的品質和市場競爭力。此外,一些水果採摘設備缺乏確定水果成熟時間所需的精確度,這可能導致收穫不一致或過早。水果種植者面臨巨大的挑戰,因為他們必須遵守出口商和零售商制定的嚴格品質標準。
由於勞動力短缺加劇、供應鏈中斷以及農業自動化加速,COVID-19 疫情對水果分級市場產生了重大影響。由於出行限制和門鎖導致季節性工人短缺,增加了對機械化疏果方法的需求。然而,供應鏈中斷導致感測器、微晶片和原料等關鍵零件短缺,從而延遲了自動分類機的生產和交貨。此外,許多中小型農場由於資金限制而不得不推遲自動化投資。這場危機凸顯了手工採摘的脆弱性,並激發了人們對人工智慧和機器人水果採摘機的興趣,將其作為解決勞動力依賴問題的長期補救措施。
預計在預測期內,蘋果市場將成為最大的市場。
預計預測期內蘋果將佔據最大的市場佔有率。採摘蘋果需要大量的工作和精確的作業,以避免損壞樹木或果實。機械和機器人水果採摘機的使用受到世界各地(尤其是北美、歐洲和亞洲)對蘋果的強勁需求的推動。真空拾取器和視覺引導機械臂手臂等先進技術正擴大被用於提高生產力並減少對體力勞動的依賴。此外,蘋果採摘的季節性和人事費用的上升推動了對自動化的需求,導致蘋果採摘設備引領市場。
預計複合材料部分在預測期內將達到最高的複合年成長率。
預計複合材料領域在預測期內將呈現最高的成長率。複合材料因其重量輕、耐腐蝕和耐用而越來越受歡迎。複合材料結合了金屬的強度和塑膠的輕重量。這些材料確保了採摘的精度,同時減少了採摘設備的磨損並提高了其效率。自動化和機器人水果採摘機的使用日益增多,進一步推動了對複合材料的需求,因為這些機器比傳統的金屬或塑膠零件具有更高的強度和靈活性。此外,市場成長最快的部分是基於複合材料的果實疏果解決方案,這得益於永續性趨勢和對環保農業設備的需求所帶來的技術創新。
預計北美地區將在預測期內佔據最大的市場佔有率。這是因為該地區農業自動化程度高、勞動力短缺以及水果種植業規模龐大。一個主要貢獻者是美國,那裡大規模的漿果、柑橘和蘋果種植園需要有效的採摘技術。該地區人事費用的上升和勞動法的日益嚴格推動了對機械化機器人水果採摘機的需求。進一步推動市場發展的是人工智慧、視覺引導水果採摘技術的發展,並得到了政府計畫和農業補貼的支持。
預計亞太地區在預測期內的複合年成長率最高。這是由於中國、印度和日本等主要農業經濟體的水果種植面積迅速擴大、機械化程度不斷提高以及勞動力短缺日益加劇。隨著工資上漲和農場勞動力減少迫使農民採用自動化生產,對先進的水果採摘設備的需求日益成長。政府支持智慧農業和機器人收割系統技術發展的計畫進一步推動了市場擴張。此外,亞太水果採摘機市場的強勁成長軌跡也可歸因於該地區水果出口的增加以及對有效採摘方法的需求,以保持品質並減少收穫後的損失。
According to Stratistics MRC, the Global Fruit Picker Market is accounted for $2.18 billion in 2025 and is expected to reach $4.98 billion by 2032 growing at a CAGR of 12.5% during the forecast period. A fruit picker is a specialized instrument or machine made to effectively harvest fruits without endangering the tree or the produce. In order to reach high branches and gather fruits like apples, oranges, mangoes, and pears, it usually consists of a long pole with a basket or claw-like mechanism at the end. To avoid bruising, some sophisticated fruit pickers have padded baskets or padded grips. While commercial farms frequently use mechanized or automated fruit pickers to increase productivity, home gardens and small orchards still frequently use manual fruit pickers.
According to the National Farmers' Union (NFU), a survey highlighted that USD 23.8 million worth of produce was wasted in the first half of 2022 due to insufficient workers. This represents about a third of the UK horticulture sector, with the total value of wasted food estimated at over USD 64.8 million.
Growing interest in fresh fruits
Growing health and nutrition consciousness is driving up demand for fresh fruits worldwide. Customers' preference for natural and organic produce is fueling market growth in both developed and developing nations. In light of this growing demand, effective harvesting methods are essential to reducing post-harvest losses and guaranteeing that fruits arrive at markets in the best possible condition. Additionally, mechanized fruit pickers reduce handling time and physical bruising, which helps produce high-quality, undamaged fruits that are needed for supermarkets, food processors, and export markets.
Difficulty of gathering various fruits
Fruit harvesting, in contrast to traditional crops, necessitates cautious handling to preserve quality and avoid damage. It is difficult to create a universal automated solution because different fruits have different sizes, textures, ripening patterns, and growing environments. For example, compared to more delicate fruits like strawberries or cherries, apples and oranges require different gripping techniques. Furthermore, automation can be less effective in some situations due to the difficulty of distinguishing between ripe and unripe fruit, avoiding excessive force, and navigating intricate orchard layouts; in many cases, manual intervention is necessary.
Developments in robotics and AI for accurate harvesting
Fruit-picking technology is being revolutionized by the combination of robotics, machine learning, and artificial intelligence (AI), which allows for increased harvesting efficiency, speed, and accuracy. With the use of deep learning algorithms, computer vision, and LiDAR sensors, AI-powered fruit pickers can now distinguish between ripe and unripe fruit, steer clear of spoiled produce, and maneuver through intricate orchard environments with little assistance from humans. Moreover, the demand for precision harvesting solutions is anticipated to increase as AI and robotics become more widely available and reasonably priced, offering manufacturers and technology provider's profitable prospects.
Risks of crop damage and sensitivity
Automated systems cannot harvest all fruits efficiently and without risk of damage. To prevent bruising, cracking, or crushing, delicate fruits like berries, grapes, peaches, and cherries must be handled carefully. Even though robotic fruit pickers have greatly improved in terms of accuracy and grip strength, they are still unable to replicate the delicate touch of human hands. For instance, the fruit's quality and marketability may suffer due to damage caused by excessive pressure from robotic grippers. Additionally, some fruit-picking devices lack the precision necessary to determine when fruit is ripe, which can result in inconsistent or early harvesting. Fruit growers face a great deal of difficulty because they must adhere to stringent quality standards set by exporters and retailers.
Due to its exacerbated labor shortages, disrupted supply chains, and accelerated adoption of automation in agriculture, the COVID-19 pandemic had a significant impact on the fruit picker market. Because seasonal farm workers were scarce due to travel restrictions and lockdowns, there was a greater need for mechanized fruit-picking methods. However, supply chain interruptions resulted in shortages of vital parts like sensors, microchips, and raw materials, which delayed the production and delivery of automated fruit pickers. Many small and medium-sized farms were also compelled to delay their automation investments due to financial constraints. Positively, the crisis brought to light the fragility of manual harvesting, which sparked a greater interest in fruit pickers that are powered by AI and robotics as a long-term remedy for labor dependency.
The Apples segment is expected to be the largest during the forecast period
The Apples segment is expected to account for the largest market share during the forecast period. Harvesting apples requires a lot of work and accuracy to prevent harm to the trees and fruit. The use of mechanical and robotic fruit pickers has been fueled by the strong demand for apples around the world, especially in North America, Europe, and Asia. To increase productivity and lessen reliance on manual labor, advanced technologies like vacuum-based pickers and robotic arms guided by vision are being utilized more and more. Furthermore, the need for automation has increased due to the seasonality of apple harvesting and growing labor costs, making apple-picking equipment a market leader.
The Composite Materials segment is expected to have the highest CAGR during the forecast period
Over the forecast period, the Composite Materials segment is predicted to witness the highest growth rate. Composite materials are becoming more and more popular because of their reduced weight, corrosion resistance, and durability. They combine the strength of metals with the lightweight qualities of plastics. These materials ensure precision in harvesting while lowering wear and tear on fruit-picking equipment, increasing its efficiency. Demand for composites is further increased by the growing use of automated and robotic fruit pickers, which provide greater strength and flexibility than conventional metal or plastic components. Moreover, the market's fastest-growing segment is composite-based fruit-picking solutions, which are being driven by innovation due to sustainability trends and the demand for environmentally friendly agricultural tools.
During the forecast period, the North America region is expected to hold the largest market share, driven by the region's high adoption of agricultural automation, labor shortages, and extensive fruit farming industry. A significant contributor is the United States, where extensive berry, citrus, and apple farms necessitate effective harvesting techniques. The need for mechanized and robotic fruit pickers has increased in the area due to rising labor costs and more stringent labor laws. Furthermore, propelling market expansion are developments in AI-powered and vision-guided fruit-picking technologies, which are backed by government programs and agricultural subsidies.
Over the forecast period, the Asia Pacific region is anticipated to exhibit the highest CAGR, driven by the rapid expansion of fruit cultivation, increasing mechanization, and growing labor shortages in major agricultural economies like China, India, and Japan. The need for sophisticated fruit-picking equipment is increasing as farmers are being forced toward automation by rising wages and a shrinking agricultural workforce. Market expansion is further accelerated by government programs supporting smart farming and technological developments in robotic harvesting systems. Moreover, the strong growth trajectory of the Asia-Pacific fruit picker market is also attributed to the region's growing fruit exports and the requirement for effective harvesting methods to preserve quality and lower post-harvest losses.
Key players in the market
Some of the key players in Fruit Picker market include Agrobot Inc, Nanovel, Advanced Farm Technologies Inc, Dogtooth Technologies Limited, Peaceful Valley Farm Supply, Inc., Red Rooster Inc, Corona Tools Inc, HARVEST CROO Inc, Flexrake Inc, Ohuhu Inc, FFRobotics, Priva Kompano Inc, Octinion Inc and Teejet Technologies.
In September 2024, Nanovel has unveiled an AI-powered autonomous fruit-harvesting robot capable of picking citrus fruit for the fresh market. According to Nanovel, the robot offers a solution to growers dealing with farm labor shortages and rapidly increasing costs.
In June 2024, TeeJet Technologies introduced the FM9380-F75, a brand-new electromagnetic flow meter. According to the company, the flow meter's design contains no moving parts, which means no service or maintenance requirements or risk of clogging. The unit has been optimized for agricultural application equipment and works with any conducting fluid.
In February 2023, Autonomous fruit-picking robot company Advanced Farm Technologies Inc. is adding more barns and manufacturing space to build its equipment. The company started with a third of a barn on agricultural property just south of Davis. It now has the entire original barn, another barn on the same property and another barn and ranch-style home that serves as headquarters and home to engineers.
Note: Tables for North America, Europe, APAC, South America, and Middle East & Africa Regions are also represented in the same manner as above.