Millet Flour Market Report 2026

The millet flour market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $6.3 billion in 2025 to $6.84 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.5%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to traditional consumption of millet-based foods, expansion of regional millet cultivation, increased awareness of gluten intolerance, growth of whole-grain food products, development of small-scale milling infrastructure.

The millet flour market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $9.16 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rising demand for clean-label flours, expansion of millet-based functional foods, increasing urban health-conscious consumers, growth of online food retail channels, rising investments in millet value chains. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing demand for gluten-free baking ingredients, rising adoption in health-focused diets, growing use in infant and baby foods, expansion of organic millet flour offerings, enhanced focus on nutritional labeling.

The increasing demand for healthy and nutritious food products is expected to propel the growth of the millet flour market going forward. Healthy and nutritious food products include a wide range of whole foods that are rich in essential nutrients, vitamins, and minerals, supporting overall well-being and long-term health. Demand for these products is rising as consumers become more aware of the role of balanced nutrition in maintaining a healthy lifestyle, boosting immunity, and preventing lifestyle-related diseases. Millet flour is increasingly used in healthy food formulations due to its gluten-free nature, high fiber content, and rich nutrient profile, making it a preferred ingredient for wholesome and diverse dietary options. For instance, in October 2025, according to the International Food Information Council (IFIC), a US-based non-profit organization, more than half of consumers were familiar with MyPlate in 2024 (54%), up from 43% in 2023. Additionally, the proportion of consumers aiming to increase protein intake rose from 67% in 2023 to 71% in 2024, while those attempting to limit sugar consumption increased from 61% to 66% during the same period. Therefore, the growing demand for healthy and nutritious food products is driving the millet flour market.

Key players in the millet flour market are embracing innovative millet flour bakery and patisserie mixes to cater to the growing need for gluten-free and nutritious baked goods, targeting health-conscious consumers worldwide. Millet flour enriches bakery and patisserie mixes by offering gluten-free alternatives with a nutrient-dense profile, addressing dietary preferences and the health-conscious consumer base. In August 2023, PURATOS INDIA, a bakery and confectionery manufacturer based in India, introduced millets-based products such as Easy Puravita Millet Bread Mix and Tegral Satin Millet Cake Mix. These product innovations promote health benefits by substituting jaggery for refined sugar and eliminating refined sugar and wheat flour (maida), thus meeting the increasing demand for vegan options in the food industry while remaining entirely plant-based.

In September 2024, Grain Craft, a US-based independent flour miller, acquired Central Milling, Inc. for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition aims to strengthen Grain Craft's organic flour offerings by leveraging Central Milling's expertise and established reputation in artisan milling. The partnership supports Grain Craft's growth goals while expanding Central Milling's reach and commitment to producing sustainable, high-quality flour. Central Milling, Inc. is a US-based provider of millet flour.

Major companies operating in the millet flour market are ITC Limited, Hain Celestial Group, Ardent Mills LLC, Vitacost.com Inc., Bob's Red Mill Natural Foods Inc., King Arthur Baking Company, Azure Standard, Raja Foods LLC, Hodgson Mill, Doves Farm, Pristine Organics Pvt. Ltd., Conscious Food Pvt. Ltd., Jiwa, Desi Foods LLC, Great River Organic Milling Co., Just Organik, Manna Foods, Native Food Store Pvt. Ltd., Organic Tattva, Rani Foods Inc.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the millet flour market in 2025. The regions covered in the millet flour 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 millet flour market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Spain, Canada.

The millet flour market consists of sales of plain millet flour, millet-based bakery products, millet snacks, and ready-to-eat millet meals. 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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