Pulse Flour Market Report 2025

This report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market’s historic and forecast market growth by geography.

The pulse flour market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $11 billion in 2024 to $12.1 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.1%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to rising health and wellness, growing gluten-free and allergen-free attributes, rising prevalence of dietary, growing demand for sustainable food products, expanding use of pulse flours in food processing applications, increasing food service industry.

The pulse flour market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $17.59 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.8%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rising demand for gluten-free and healthy food products, growing awareness of the health benefits of pulses, government support for pulse production and consumption,. Major trends in the forecast period include innovation in the pulse flour industry, digital health technologies in pulse flour-based product development, product innovations, partnerships.

The growing demand for the food service industry is anticipated to drive the expansion of the pulse flour market in the future. The food service industry encompasses a sector of the economy dedicated to preparing, distributing, and selling food and beverages to consumers outside their homes. Pulse flour, derived from pulses (the dry, edible seeds of legume plants), has become increasingly popular within the food service sector due to its numerous benefits and versatility, offering unique and valuable qualities to meals and food products. For example, in 2024, Aviko, a Netherlands-based food company, reported that the UK fast food industry grew from £20.61 billion in 2022 to £22.04 billion in 2023. Additionally, the percentage of UK consumers dining in fast-food restaurants rose to 45% in 2023. Therefore, the increasing demand for the food service industry will fuel the growth of the pulse flour market.

Government efforts to encourage the consumption of pulses are anticipated to drive the growth of the pulse flour market in the future. Government initiatives refer to the support and programs provided by governmental bodies, be it at the federal, state, or local level, to various organizations, projects, and individuals in the pulse industry. These initiatives often focus on enhancing the quality of pulses and promoting their cultivation and consumption, especially in the form of pulse flour. For instance, as of February 2023, the Government of Western Australia has launched several programs aimed at promoting the consumption of pulses, highlighting their nutritional benefits and global significance. Pulses, including chickpeas, lentils, field peas, faba beans, and lupins, are receiving increased attention for their health benefits. Therefore, government initiatives to promote pulses play a significant role in propelling the pulse flour market's growth.

Key companies in the pulse flour market are innovating new methods to produce high-performance chickpea flour to maintain their competitive edge. This specially processed variant of chickpea flour enhances its functional properties, making it suitable for a wide range of food applications. For example, in March 2024, Supplant Foods, an India-based supplier of high-quality vegan food ingredients, announced that it had secured a patent for a method to produce high-performance chickpea flour. This process significantly improves the functionality of chickpea protein, making it an ideal ingredient for plant-based alternatives and gluten-free foods. By effectively removing compounds that cause off-flavors and undesirable colors, this method expands the use of chickpea flour in various food and beverage products. Consequently, manufacturers can develop more appealing and versatile formulations, ultimately addressing the increasing consumer demand for high-quality, plant-based options.

In June 2023, Columbia Grain International Inc., a U.S.-based supplier of bulk grains, completed the acquisition of Great River Organic Milling for an undisclosed sum. This strategic move positions Columbia Grain International to venture into the consumer-packaged goods market and introduce innovative, nutritious packaged food products. Great River Organic Milling is a U.S.-based flour manufacturer with expertise in producing organic and specialty pulse flour specifically designed for baking applications.

Major companies operating in the pulse flour market are Cargill Incorporated, The Archer-Daniels-Midland Company, Bunge Limited, Ingredion Incorporated, Ardent Mills, Groupe Limagrain Holding SA, Blue Ribbon LLC, SunOpta Inc., Minsa Corporation, The Scoular Company, Bob's Red Mill Natural Foods Inc., The Buhler Holding AG, Batori Foods Inc., Carrs Flour Mills Limited, Grain Millers Inc., AGT Food & Ingredients, Agspring, Puris Proteins LLC, Anchor Ingredients Co. LLC, Doves Farm Foods Ltd., Vestkorn Milling AS, Bean Growers Australia Ltd., Best Cooking Pulses Inc., Avena Foods Limited, The TradeLink International Group, Diefenbaker Spice and Pulse (DSP), Great Western Grain Co. Ltd.

North America was the largest region in the pulse flour market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in this report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the Pulse Flour market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The pulse flour market consists of sales of fava bean flour, black bean flour, navy bean flour, kidney bean flour, mung bean flour, cowpea flour and adzuki flour. 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.

Pulse flour is the finely ground powder derived from dried pulses, which are the edible seeds of leguminous plants. It serves as a gluten-free alternative to wheat flour in baking and is known for its nutritional value and versatility in various culinary applications.

The primary types of pulse flour are derived from beans, chickpeas, lentils, and peas. These specific pulse sources indicate the type of legume used to produce the flour, and they can be employed in a wide range of culinary uses. Pulse flours are available in both organic and conventional categories and are distributed through various channels, including food chain services, modern trade, convenience stores, department stores, online retailers, and more. They find application in diverse areas such as bakery, extruded snacks, pet food, animal feed, and other culinary uses.

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