Corn Gluten Meal Market Report 2026

The corn gluten meal market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $8.58 billion in 2025 to $9.07 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.7%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increasing corn wet milling activities, expansion of ethanol and starch production, rising demand for protein-rich animal feed, growth of commercial aquaculture, increasing utilization of byproducts in feed.

The corn gluten meal market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $11.38 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.8%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing demand for sustainable feed ingredients, rising adoption of natural fertilizers in agriculture, expansion of premium pet food production, growing focus on circular economy practices, increasing investments in feed processing efficiency. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing use of high-protein feed ingredients, rising adoption in aquaculture and pet food applications, growing demand for organic corn gluten meal, expansion of pelletized and granulated forms, enhanced focus on nutrient consistency.

The increasing demand for livestock production is expected to drive the growth of the corn gluten meal market in the coming years. Livestock production is the practice of raising animals to provide meat, milk, eggs, wool, and other products for human consumption and use. Global livestock production is rising to meet the growing demand for meat, milk, and other animal-based products. Corn gluten meal (CGM) supports livestock production as a high-protein feed ingredient that promotes growth, muscle development, and overall productivity in animals such as poultry, swine, and cattle. For example, in February 2024, Meat & Livestock Australia, an Australia-based meat industry company, reported that in 2023, Australia set a new record in lamb production, reaching 246,003 tonnes, a 12.05% increase compared to 2022. Thus, the growing demand for livestock production is fueling the corn gluten meal market.

The rising demand for animal feed is also expected to support the growth of the corn gluten meal market. Animal feed refers to food provided to domestic animals, particularly livestock, as part of animal husbandry. Corn gluten meal, a naturally protein-rich product, serves as a nutritious feed ingredient while providing essential dietary fiber. For instance, in September 2025, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) projected that in 2026, total import TRQ volumes would reach approximately 121,600 metric tons, with the United States expected to account for over 80% of Canada’s total chicken meat imports. Therefore, rising demand for animal feed is driving the growth of the corn gluten meal market.

Major companies in the corn gluten meal market are innovating by introducing novel products tailored to provide nutritious and appealing foods for infants, such as gluten-free corn infant cereal. For instance, in February 2023, Beech-Nut Baby Food, a New York-based company renowned for offering high-quality, real, and delicious baby and toddler foods, launched the Golden Corn Maize Cereal. This cereal, crafted from ground corn flour, serves as a delightful introduction to solid foods for infants, recommended for use as early as four to six months, or as advised by a pediatrician. Designed to commemorate a milestone in a baby's growth, this cereal is gentle on delicate stomachs when prepared correctly. It provides infants with essential nutrients, offering 60% of the daily value of iron, 25% of zinc, and 20% of vitamin D. The Golden Corn Infant Cereal has gained popularity among parents seeking a gluten-free, rice-free, and non-GMO option for their babies, facilitating healthy growth and development.

Major companies operating in the corn gluten meal market are Cargill Incorporated, Archer Daniels Midland Company, Bunge Limited, Valero Energy Corporation, Ingredion Inc., Roquette Frères, Tereos Group, AGRANA Beteiligungs-AG, Green Plains Incorporated, Pacific Ethanol Inc., Abengoa Bioenergy S.A., Grain Processing Corporation, Tate & Lyle Sugars & Food Ingredients Inc., The Scoular Company, Zeeland Farm Services Inc., Michigan Agricultural Commodities, Calgren Renewable Fuels, Zhucheng XingMao Corn Development Co. Ltd, Qingyuan Group, Global Bio-Chem Technology Group Company Limited, Vitusa Products Inc., Sodrugestvo Group SA, Gulshan Polyols Limited, Prorich Agro Industries Private Limited.

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

The corn gluten meal market consists of sales of corn gluten meal products such as deffated corn germ protein, corn meal, and corn protein isolate. 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).

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