Lentil Flour Market Size, Share, Growth, and Industry Analysis, By Type (Organic Lentil Flour and Conventional Lentil Flour) By Application (Infant Food, Bakery & Snacks and Others), Regional Insights and Forecast From 2025 To 2034

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LENTIL FLOUR MARKET OVERVIEW

The global Lentil Flour Market is poised for significant growth USD 7.2 billion in 2025, and projected to reach USD 18.43 billion by 2034, with a CAGR of 12.46% from 2025 to 2034.

The United States Lentil Flour market size is projected at USD 2.38 billion, Europe at USD 2.03 billion, and China at USD 1.78 billion in 2025.

An edible pulse, lentils (Lens culinaris) traditionally made up a significant portion of the diet of ancient Iranians, who ate them as a stew served over rice. Known for its lens-shaped seeds, which come in a variety of hues including green, brown, and red, lentil is a bushy annual plant. It is a necessary component of the diet in all parts of India, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Nepal.

The oldest fertilized legume in the world is the variety of legume known as lentils. Large amounts of the fiber and proteins that the body needs are provided by lentil flour. Brown, green, red, and yellow lentils, among others, are roasted to produce lentil flour, which is then processed into flour either with other ingredients or without them. For customers who are intolerant to gluten or who avoid eating grain flour, lentil flour is a popular replacement. Because it may be used in a variety of ways to benefit the human body, lentil flour is flexible and reasonably priced.

The majority of the world's production of this crop is focused in nations like Australia, Canada, and India as a food crop. Many typical recipes that employ lentil flour as a combination for making bread and snacks are widely available in the same regions.

A great source of fiber, potassium, vitamins, and iron, lentils are also a great source of vitamin. Given that lentils are essentially fat- and cholesterol-free, they are an ideal food choice for a healthy diet. Lentil flour demand in many parts of Europe is rising as a result of the benefits lentils provide for consumers' health.

KEY FINDINGS

COVID-19 IMPACT

Lockdowns and Restrictions Led to Lower Demand in the Market

Covid badly affected the lentils flour market due to supply chain disruptions and shortage in raw materials was also observed. Shortage of labor and strict protocols such as lockdowns and restrictions on movement created roadblocks, disruptions in end-use sectors of the product led to lower demand. In addition to these factors, changes in perceptions of consumers and purchasing decisions have hampered market trends slightly.

LATEST TRENDS

Market for Baked Goods to Propel the Demand

Children and young people are becoming more and more interested in baked goods and snacks like cakes, spaghetti, pizza, pastries, cookies, and other items, which is anticipated to open up new growth potential for the producers of flour premixes. According to projections, the markets for baked goods will increase quickly in Europe and North America.

• According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), the demand for gluten-free flour products including lentil flour increased by 43% in U.S. retail outlets between 2021 and 2023, primarily due to rising awareness of celiac disease and gluten intolerance.

• As reported by the European Food Information Council (EUFIC), over 35% of bakery producers in Europe have started incorporating pulse-based flours like lentil to meet consumer demand for plant-based, protein-rich alternatives.

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LENTIL FLOUR MARKET SEGMENTATION

By Type

By type, market is segmented into organic lentil flour and conventional lentil flour. The organic lentil flour segment will dominate the market in the coming years.

By Application

Based on applications, the market is classified into infant food, bakery & snacks and others. The infant food segment will lead the global share through forecast period.

DRIVING FACTORS

Incorporation of a Healthy Diet into Everyday Life Will Accelerate the Market

The adaptability of the flour is the main factor influencing demand in the market for lentil flour. The demand for lentil flour has been boosted by consumers' increasing health consciousness. Another factor propelling the lentil flour market is how increasingly people throughout the world incorporate a healthy diet into their everyday life.

Sales of lentil flour are increasing because consumers in urban areas with a high pace of life are more open to ready-to-eat healthy foods. The total demand for lentil flour is rising as a result of rising consumer demand for gluten-free products. The worldwide lentil flour market is also being driven by increased branding and marketing for sales of lentil flour.

• According to data from Health Canada, over 68% of Canadian consumers are actively choosing products with higher dietary fiber and protein content, directly boosting sales of lentil-based food items including flour.

• Based on a report by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), the inclusion of lentils in daily diets has grown by 29% globally from 2020 to 2023, fueling demand for lentil flour as a gluten-free staple.

Organic Food Trends to Boost the Market Demands

With an increase in customer demand for organic food, manufacturers of bakery goods and infant food have begun to provide products to meet this need. Organic trends have mostly taken off and have experienced exponential development. For organic cereals and related products, a good market increase is very expected. Lentil flour is divided into organic and conventional types based on the source to reflect the growing popularity of organic foods.

RESTRAINING FACTORS

Availability of Substitutes in the Market to Hinder the Demands.

The availability of substitutes, such as high protein flour, medium protein flour, wheat flour, and comparable products, is the main barrier to the market for lentil flour.

• According to the International Grains Council (IGC), wheat flour still holds over 71% of the total global flour consumption, creating a competitive restraint for lentil flour penetration in conventional markets.

• As per the Indian Ministry of Consumer Affairs, inconsistent lentil crop yields due to climate variability have affected supply chains, leading to a 24% fluctuation in lentil flour availability during the 2022–2023 period.

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LENTIL FLOUR MARKET REGIONAL INSIGHTS

Europe and North America to Hold Notable Global Lentil Flour Market Share

Due to the time constraints of daily life, customers all across the world are avidly seeking for better, easier, ready-to-eat foods. Baked goods, such as snacks, can be particularly helpful in these situations. Most frequently consumed in Europe and North America, baked goods like bread are found around the world. When compared to traditional wheat flour, flour blends made of lentil, chickpea, and pregelatinized grains like rice and corn offer healthier alternatives that are also gluten-free. As consumer demand for healthy products and concerns about diet and health increase, these flour blends are increasingly used in baked goods.

Concerns about the use of items made from flour and rising disposable income are what are fueling industry expansion. Due to increasing population density and rising per capita consumption of bakery goods, Asia Pacific and the Middle East and Africa are developing markets. In light of this, it is anticipated that there will be a rise in demand for baked goods over the next few years, which would probably result in an increase in the demand for flours like lentil in various parts of the world.

KEY INDUSTRY PLAYERS

Key Players Focus on Partnerships to Gain a Competitive Advantage

Prominent market players are making collaborative efforts by partnering with other companies to stay ahead in the competition. Many companies are also investing in new product launches to expand their product portfolio. Mergers and acquisitions are also among the key strategies used by players to expand their product portfolio.

• The Archer Daniels Midland Company (U.S.): According to ADM’s 2023 sustainability report, the company processed over 180,000 metric tons of pulses, with lentil flour comprising 22% of its total pulse flour output for North America.

• Ingredion Incorporated (U.S.): Ingredion reported in its Q4 2023 earnings call that lentil-based ingredients grew by 31% in sales volume year-over-year, driven by high demand in the snack and baking segments.

List of Top Lentil Flour Companies

• The Archer Daniels Midland (U.S.)
• Ingredion Incorporated (U.S.)
• AGT Food and Ingredient (Canada)
• Martinorossi SpA (Italy)
• Molino Rossetto (Italy)
• Pure Living Organic (U.S.)
• Blue Mountain Organics (U.S.)
• Healthy Food Ingredients (U.S.)

REPORT COVERAGE

The market research study examines the worldwide market in detail, focusing on important elements such as leading players, product/services or type, and leading end-use applications. Aside from that, the research analyses major advancements and provides insights into lighting market trends. In addition to the causes indicated above, the paper includes a number of other factors that have contributed to recent growth.