Barley flour is a type of flour made from ground whole barley grains. It is known for its nutty flavor, high fiber content, and rich nutritional profile, including essential vitamins and minerals. Barley flour is often used in baking and cooking to add texture and nutritional value to breads, pastries, and other food products. Barley flour is commonly used as a substitute for traditional wheat flour in various baking recipes and food products.
Barley Flour Global Market Report 2024 provides data on the global barley flour market such as market size, growth forecasts, segments and geographies, competitive landscape including leading competitors’ revenues, profiles and market shares. The barley flour market report identifies opportunities and strategies based on market trends and leading competitors’ approaches.
The barley flour market has shown consistent growth, rising from $1.32 billion in 2023 to $1.40 billion in 2024 at a CAGR of 5.7%. Historical growth factors include an increase in health-conscious dietary choices, the popularity of fiber-rich and beta-glucan products, rising e-commerce adoption, and growing demand for organic barley flour. Looking ahead, the market is forecasted to reach $1.75 billion in 2028 at a CAGR of 5.8%, driven by the popularity of gluten-free and whole-grain products, plant-based diets, increased grocery shopping, and demand for paleo-friendly foods. Significant trends include innovations in food processing, the introduction of gluten-free barley products, advanced analytical methods, and improved milling technologies.
The increasing consumption of convenience foods is expected to boost the growth of the barley flour market. Convenience foods are pre-packaged or pre-prepared items designed for quick consumption, typically requiring minimal preparation. The rise in demand for convenience foods is linked to busy lifestyles, time constraints, and the need for easy meal solutions. Barley flour is gaining popularity in these foods due to its nutritional benefits and ability to improve the structure and health profile of food products. For example, the Bank of Ayudhya Public Company Limited reported a 3.0-4.0% annual growth in the domestic market for Thai-made ready-to-eat food from 2024 to 2026. Therefore, the increasing consumption of convenience foods is driving the growth of the barley flour market.
Get Your Free Sample of the Global Barley Flour Market Report The barley flour market covered in this report is segmented –
1) By Product: Organic, Conventional
2) By Distribution Channel: Business To Business (B2B), Business To Consumer (B2C)
3) By Application: Household, Commercial, Other Applications
Companies in the barley flour market are prioritizing innovation, such as the introduction of fortified barley flour, to meet rising consumer demand for nutritious options. Fortified barley flour is enriched with essential vitamins and minerals, offering a healthier alternative to regular flour. For instance, in November 2022, Salalah Mills Co., an Oman-based food production company, launched a fortified barley flour with enhanced fiber content and added nutrients. This product caters to health-conscious consumers seeking wholesome ingredients for cooking and baking.
Europe was the largest region in the barley flour market in 2023. The regions covered in the barley flour market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.