The global pulses market is projected to grow from USD 87.1 billion in 2026 to USD 144.0 billion by 2036, registering a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.2% during the forecast period. Demand is supported by the continued use of pulses as staple foods, growing interest in plant-based protein, and expanding applications in commercial food processing. Chickpeas, lentils, dry beans, and peas serve household consumption as well as food manufacturing, while pulse flours and other processed ingredients create opportunities for value-added products.
Food processors and ingredient manufacturers are creating additional opportunities through the use of pulses in flour formulations, bakery products, cereals, batters, and other processed foods. Whole pulses remain commercially important because they can be stored, graded, packaged, and directed toward different end uses according to market requirements. However, crop variability, weather-related yield constraints, and differences in quality specifications can affect supply consistency. Processors and importers therefore need flexible sourcing arrangements to maintain product quality and manage seasonal supply fluctuations.
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Global Segment Leaders
- Product Type – Dry Beans: 37.0% in 2026. Dry beans lead the product-type segment, supported by established grading systems, broad food applications, and their suitability for retail packaging and industrial processing.
- Form – Whole Pulses: 46.6% in 2026. Whole pulses lead the form segment because they offer storage flexibility and can be sold directly or directed toward further processing.
- Market Applications: Pulses serve household retail, business-to-business customers, foodservice, and institutional users. Their versatility supports demand across traditional food products and industrial ingredient applications.
Country-Level Performance
The United Kingdom is projected to record the fastest growth among the profiled countries, with a 6.7% CAGR through 2036. Demand from food and feed applications supports market expansion, while changing domestic crop availability increases the importance of flexible sourcing. Germany is expected to grow at a 6.2% CAGR, supported by domestic crop supplies, imported pulse availability, and applications in food processing. Spain is projected to expand at a 5.8% CAGR.
South Korea is forecast to register a 5.2% CAGR, reflecting established consumption patterns and demand for consistent pulse supplies. Japan is projected to grow at a 4.7% CAGR, supported by traditional food applications and requirements for consistent product quality. The United States is expected to record a 3.6% CAGR, with demand linked to established food applications and the use of pulses in food manufacturing.
Regional Context
The United Kingdom and Germany are projected to record comparatively strong growth, with CAGRs of 6.7% and 6.2%, respectively. Their market trajectories reflect the interaction between domestic crop availability, imported supplies, and demand from food and feed channels. Spain, at 5.8%, also represents a growth opportunity within the European market.
South Korea and Japan are expected to expand at 5.2% and 4.7%, respectively. Their markets are shaped by established consumption patterns and the need for dependable supplies that meet food-grade specifications. The United States is projected to grow at 3.6%, reflecting a comparatively moderate expansion path.
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Competitive Landscape
The competitive landscape includes Archer Daniels Midland Company, AGT Food and Ingredients Inc., Ardent Mills, Avena Foods Limited, Bunge Global SA, Louis Dreyfus Company B.V., Ingredion Incorporated, and Anchor Ingredients Co., LLC. Market participants compete through pulse sourcing, trading networks, processing capabilities, product quality, and distribution reach. Suppliers with established origination networks and processing infrastructure can serve food manufacturers seeking consistent raw materials and ingredient specifications.
Recent industry developments include Bunge Global SA’s completion of its merger with Viterra Limited in July 2025, expanding the combined company’s agribusiness network. In May 2026, Archer Daniels Midland introduced a neutral-color pea flour designed for applications including baked goods, cereals, batters, and breadings. These developments highlight the importance of sourcing scale, processing capabilities, and value-added pulse ingredients in the evolving market.
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