Sugarcane Harvesters Global Market Report 2026

Sugarcane harvesters are specialized agricultural machines that are engineered to efficiently cut, gather, and process sugarcane in the fields. By automating the harvesting process, these machines significantly lower labor costs and enhance productivity through their ability to quickly manage large volumes of cane. Additionally, they reduce crop damage and boost overall efficiency, leading to a greater sugarcane yield for the production of sugar and other products.

The primary categories of machines in the sugarcane harvesters market include self-propelled sugarcane harvesters and tractor-mounted sugarcane harvesters. Self-propelled sugarcane harvesters are specialized machines that can move and operate independently in the field, as they are equipped with their own engines and drive systems. These harvesters come in various capacities, such as small (5 t/h), medium (5-10 t/h), and large (>10 t/h) models, and they offer different power sources, including diesel and electric options. They can be leased, hired, or owned, serving various applications such as conventional harvesting and green cane harvesting.

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 have impacted the sugarcane harvesters market by increasing the cost of imported engines, hydraulic systems, cutting components, and electronic controls used in harvester manufacturing. These higher input costs have raised equipment prices, affecting adoption among farmers and plantation owners, particularly in regions dependent on imported machinery such as Asia Pacific and Latin America. High capacity and self propelled sugarcane harvesters are the most affected segments due to higher component intensity. At the same time, tariffs are encouraging local manufacturing, regional sourcing, and development of cost optimized sugarcane harvesting machines.

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The sugarcane harvesters market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $1.49 billion in 2025 to $1.73 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 16.8%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to labor shortages in agricultural operations, rising sugarcane cultivation area, increasing demand for higher harvesting efficiency, growth of large scale sugar mills, need to reduce harvesting time and crop losses.

The sugarcane harvesters market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $3.23 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 16.8%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing mechanization in agriculture, rising adoption of sustainable farming practices, growing investments in modern farm equipment, expansion of commercial sugarcane farming, demand for cost efficient harvesting solutions. Major trends in the forecast period include rising adoption of self propelled sugarcane harvesters, growing shift toward green cane harvesting, increasing demand for high capacity harvesting machines, expansion of mechanized harvesting in large plantations, higher preference for multi row sugarcane harvesters.

The increasing demand for sugar is anticipated to drive the growth of the sugarcane harvesters market in the future. This demand is largely due to sugar's extensive use as a sweetener in food and beverages, its function in food preservation, and its rising application in various industrial sectors, including pharmaceuticals and biofuels. Sugarcane harvesters play a vital role in supporting the sugar industry by improving harvesting efficiency, lowering labor costs, and minimizing crop damage. These factors contribute to higher productivity and better quality sugarcane, thereby satisfying the growing global demand for sugar. For example, a report from the United States Department of Agriculture in May 2024 projected that global sugar production for the 2023-24 season would reach around 186.0 million metric tons, an increase of 2.5 million metric tons from the 2022-23 production level of approximately 183.5 million metric tons. Thus, the rising demand for sugar is fueling the growth of the sugarcane harvesters market.

Key players in the sugarcane harvesters market are concentrating on developing innovative products, such as harvesters equipped with precision harvesting systems designed to enhance efficiency and reduce operational costs. These precision harvesting systems leverage advanced technologies such as GPS and real-time data analytics to improve cutting accuracy, decrease crop loss, and boost operational efficiency during harvesting. For instance, in May 2024, LiuGong, a machinery manufacturing company based in China, introduced the S935TA sugarcane harvester. This model is designed to improve efficiency and productivity in sugarcane harvesting. The S935TA features a precision harvesting system that optimizes cutting height and angle, ensuring that only mature cane is harvested while minimizing crop loss. This system aids in maximizing yield and reducing waste. The harvester is equipped with a powerful engine that offers high torque and efficiency, allowing it to function effectively across various terrains, thus ensuring reliable performance even in challenging field conditions.

In August 2024, Yanmar Holdings Co. Ltd., a Japan-based agricultural machinery company, acquired CLAAS India for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition aims to expedite Yanmar's growth in the Indian agribusiness sector by integrating CLAAS India's facilities and expertise in producing high-quality combine harvesters. CLAAS India is an Indian agricultural machinery manufacturer specializing in the development of sugarcane harvesters.

Major companies operating in the sugarcane harvesters market are John Deere, Case IH, New Holland Agriculture, CLAAS Group, AGCO Corporation, Mahindra and Mahindra Limited, Kubota Corporation, Yanmar Company Limited, Zoomlion Heavy Machinery Company Limited, SDF Group, Massey Ferguson, Escorts Kubota Limited, Tirth Agro Technology Private Limited, LS Mtron Limited, Erisha Agritech Private Limited, Quanzhou Jingli Engineering and Machinery Company Limited, Foton Lovol International Heavy Industry Company Limited, Shandong Shifeng Group Company Limited, Zoomlion Heavy Industry Science and Technology Company Limited, Jacto Sociedade Anonima, Santal Equipamentos Sociedade Anonima, Civemasa Industria de Maquinas Agricolas Sociedade Anonima

North America was the largest region in the sugarcane harvesters market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the sugarcane harvesters market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa

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

The sugarcane harvesters market consists of sales of pull-type sugarcane harvesters, sugarcane loader, and sugarcane choppers. 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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Scope

• Markets Covered:1) By Machine Type: Self-Propelled Sugarcane Harvesters; Tractor-Mounted Sugarcane Harvesters
• 2) By Capacity: Small Capacity (5 t/h); Medium Capacity (5-10 t/h); Large Capacity (>10 t/h)
• 3) By Power Source: Diesel-Powered Sugarcane Harvesters; Electric-Powered Sugarcane Harvesters
• 4) By Ownership: Leased Or Hired; Owned
• 5) By Application: Conventional Harvesting; Green Cane Harvesting
• Subsegments:
• 1) By Self-Propelled Sugarcane Harvesters: Single-Row Harvesters; Multi-Row Harvesters
• 2) By Tractor-Mounted Sugarcane Harvesters: Mounted Sugarcane Harvesters; Semi-mounted Sugarcane Harvesters
• Companies Mentioned: John Deere; Case IH; New Holland Agriculture; CLAAS Group; AGCO Corporation; Mahindra and Mahindra Limited; Kubota Corporation; Yanmar Company Limited; Zoomlion Heavy Machinery Company Limited; SDF Group; Massey Ferguson; Escorts Kubota Limited; Tirth Agro Technology Private Limited; LS Mtron Limited; Erisha Agritech Private Limited; Quanzhou Jingli Engineering and Machinery Company Limited; Foton Lovol International Heavy Industry Company Limited; Shandong Shifeng Group Company Limited; Zoomlion Heavy Industry Science and Technology Company Limited; Jacto Sociedade Anonima; Santal Equipamentos Sociedade Anonima; Civemasa Industria de Maquinas Agricolas Sociedade Anonima
• Countries: Australia; Brazil; China; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Taiwan; Russia; South Korea; UK; USA; Canada; Italy; Spain.
• Regions: Asia-Pacific; South East Asia; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; North America; South America; Middle East; Africa
• Time Series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.
• Data: Ratios of market size and growth to related markets, GDP proportions, expenditure per capita,
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