Global Pulses Market on Track to Reach USD 143.1 billion by 2035, Driven by Plant-Based Food Demand

The global pulses market is expected to expand from USD 82.4 billion in 2025 to an impressive USD 143.1 billion by 2035, registering a steady CAGR of 5.7%. This upward trajectory is fueled by increasing health consciousness, surging demand for plant-based protein alternatives, and growing awareness around sustainable agricultural practices. Pulses—such as lentils, chickpeas, beans, and peas—are emerging as functional food ingredients in a global shift toward healthier and eco-conscious diets.

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Market Trends Highlighted

  • Plant-Based Nutrition Boom: As consumers reduce meat intake, pulses are gaining traction as nutrient-dense protein sources rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals.
  • Functional Food Integration: Pulses are being increasingly used in bakery items, protein bars, snacks, and meat alternatives to enhance nutritional profiles.
  • Clean-Label & Organic Demand: There’s growing demand for non-GMO, organic, and clean-label pulse-based products across developed and emerging economies.
  • Sustainability Factor: Pulses’ low water requirement and soil-enriching properties position them as sustainable alternatives in climate-resilient agriculture.
  • Gluten-Free & Allergen-Free Options: Pulses meet the needs of consumers with dietary restrictions or intolerances, especially in gluten-free diets.

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Key Takeaways of the Report

  • The global market is projected to grow by over USD 60 billion in the next decade.
  • A surge in demand for plant-based and fortified foods will continue to drive market innovation.
  • Pulses will play a critical role in the development of alternative proteins in the F&B industry.
  • North America and Asia Pacific are among the top-performing regional markets, with rapid product innovation and increased pulse consumption.
  • The United States is expected to see the fastest growth, with a CAGR of 8.1%, as consumers embrace flexitarian diets.

Regional Market Outlook

  • United States: Pulses are rapidly gaining market share in plant-based categories, meal kits, and functional beverages. Growing at a CAGR of 8.1%, the U.S. market is set to become a global leader in pulse innovation and consumption.
  • Russia & North Africa: With CAGRs of 2.3% and 2.6% respectively, both regions are leaning into pulses as affordable nutrition staples in traditional and modern diets.
  • India & China: Despite their traditional reliance on pulses, these markets show moderate growth (1.6% and 1.8% CAGR), reflecting maturity and stable consumption levels rather than saturation.
  • Europe & North America: Increased interest in climate-smart foods, vegan diets, and protein enrichment drive strong demand across foodservice and retail segments.

Leading Pulses Brands

  • Ingredion Inc.
  • Archer Daniels Midland Company
  • Olam International
  • Cargill Incorporated
  • AGT Food and Ingredients
  • Tata Consumer Products
  • BroadGrain Commodities Inc.
  • Adani Wilmar Private Limited
  • B&G Foods, Inc.
  • Goya Foods, Inc.
  • Others

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Key Segments of the Report

By Product Type:

As per Pulses type, the ecosystem has been categorized into chickpea, lentils, yellow peas, and pigeon peas.

By Form:

This segment is further categorized into whole, split, flour, grits, and flakes.

By End Use Application:

This segment is further categorized into business to business (food & beverage industry, pharmaceutical industry, cosmetic industry, nutraceutical industry, animal feed industry), household retail (store-based retail), hypermarkets or supermarkets, convenience stores, mass grocery retailers, wholesale stores, departmental stores, food & drink specialty stores, other retail forums (online (e-commerce)), food service (HoReCa), institutional (schools, universities, etc.), and others.

By Region:

Industry analysis has been carried out in key countries of North America, Latin America, Europe, East Asia, South Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East & Africa.

About the Author

Nikhil Kaitwade

Associate Vice President at Future Market Insights, Inc. has over a decade of experience in market research and business consulting. He has successfully delivered 1500+ client assignments, predominantly in Automotive, Chemicals, Industrial Equipment, Oil & Gas, and Service industries.
His core competency circles around developing research methodology, creating a unique analysis framework, statistical data models for pricing analysis, competition mapping, and market feasibility analysis. His expertise also extends wide and beyond analysis, advising clients on identifying growth potential in established and niche market segments, investment/divestment decisions, and market entry decision-making.
Nikhil holds an MBA degree in Marketing and IT and a Graduate in Mechanical Engineering. Nikhil has authored several publications and quoted in journals like EMS Now, EPR Magazine, and EE Times.

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