This research service analyses the sensors used in the global food and beverage industry. The study period is 2008-2018, and the base year is 2011. Forecasts are provided for 2012-2018, and compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is calculated for 2011-2018. Market sizing and forecasting have been provided for sensors in the photoelectric, inductive, capacitive, ultrasonic, level, pressure, flow, temperature, and biosensor categories. Challenges, drivers and restraints for growth, pricing trends, product and technology trends, geographical trends, and competitive structure have also been examined.