Millets Market Report 2026

The millets market size has grown steadily in recent years. It will grow from $12.26 billion in 2025 to $12.87 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to traditional cultivation practices in arid regions, long-term consumption in rural diets, increasing awareness of dietary fiber benefits, expansion of local grain markets, government support for coarse grains.

The millets market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $16.27 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing demand for sustainable and climate-resilient crops, rising incorporation of millets into packaged foods, growth of health-focused consumer segments, expansion of millet-based beverages and snacks, increasing global promotion of millet consumption. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing demand for nutrient-rich traditional grains, rising adoption of gluten-free diets, growing use of millets in processed foods, expansion of organic and specialty millet varieties, enhanced focus on climate-resilient crops.

The increasing prevalence of obesity-related health issues is expected to drive the growth of the millets market in the coming years. Obesity refers to a condition associated with excessive body fat that can lead to a range of health complications. Obesity-related disorders develop when the body is unable to effectively burn excess fat through physical activity and exercise. Millets are rich in essential vitamins and minerals that support overall health and well-being, while also aiding in weight management and reducing the risk of obesity-related conditions. For example, in November 2024, according to NHS Digital, a UK government health data agency, obesity prevalence among children aged 4 to 5 years increased from 9.2% in 2022/23 to 9.6% in 2023/24. Consequently, the rising incidence of obesity-related problems is contributing to the expansion of the millets market.

Leading companies operating in the millets market are emphasizing the development of innovative offerings such as clean-label ancient grain tea biscuits to improve access to gluten-free, nutrient-dense, and sustainable snack options in developed markets. Clean-label ancient grain tea biscuits are millet-based snacks made without refined sugars, preservatives, or artificial flavorings, allowing for a healthier product positioning while maintaining the convenience of packaged foods. For instance, in August 2024, AyurSome Wellness, a US-based health-focused food company, introduced Date A Millet, a clean-label ancient grain tea biscuit prepared using naturally gluten-free millets and lightly sweetened with powdered dates to support balanced blood sugar levels. These biscuits are offered in portion-controlled packs and reusable tins to encourage mindful snacking and enhance sustainability, helping reposition millets from niche traditional grains to appealing everyday packaged food choices.

In July 2023, Tata Consumer Soulfull Private Limited, an India-based packaged foods company specializing in millet-based products, entered into a strategic partnership with Reliance Retail to promote and mainstream indigenous millets such as ragi, jowar, and bajra across households. Through this collaboration, Tata Soulfull aims to broaden the reach and visibility of its millet-based portfolio by leveraging Reliance Retail’s extensive store network, driving category adoption, strengthening in-store presence, and making nutritious millet products more widely available. Reliance Retail Limited is an India-based omnichannel retailer that offers a wide range of grocery, food, and daily consumer products through hypermarkets, supermarkets, and digital commerce platforms, serving millions of customers nationwide.

Major companies operating in the millets market are Cargill Inc., Nestle S.A., Archer Daniels Midland Company, Glanbia Nutritionals Inc., Warburtons Ltd., Bobs Red Mill UK Ltd., Bay State Milling Company, Grain Millers Inc., Woodland Foods, Eden Foods Inc., Sresta Natural Bioproducts Pvt. Ltd., Arrowhead Mills Inc., Navan Foods LLC, Mayoora Foods LLC, 24 Mantra Organic, Tata Soulfull, MilSera, Milletmarg, Slurrp Farm, Millet AMMA, Eat Millet, Phalada Pure & Sure, Agrowique, Sabala Millets.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the millets market in 2025. Africa is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the millets market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the millets market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Spain, Canada.

The millets market consists of sales of buckwheat millets, amaranth millets, little millets, barnyard millets, broomcorn millets, millet snacks and kodo millets. 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.

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