Pulse Ingredients Market Report 2026

The pulse ingredients market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $22.12 billion in 2025 to $23.33 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.5%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to rising consumption of plant-based foods, expansion of pulse crop cultivation, increasing use of pulses in traditional diets, growth in food ingredient processing capacity, improved milling and extraction technologies.

The pulse ingredients market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $29.1 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.7%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing demand for sustainable protein alternatives, rising focus on plant-based nutrition, expansion of functional food applications, growing investments in pulse ingredient innovation, increasing adoption in animal feed and nutrition. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing use of pulse proteins in food formulations, rising demand for clean-label functional ingredients, expansion of gluten-free and allergen-free products, growing adoption of pulse-based nutritional solutions, enhanced processing and refinement techniques.

The rising demand for protein-rich food is expected to propel the growth of the pulse ingredients market going forward. Protein-rich foods are dietary items that contain a significant amount of protein, an essential macronutrient required for growth, tissue repair, and overall health. Pulses, which are naturally high in protein, align well with growing consumer trends such as plant-based diets, health consciousness, sustainability, and clean-label preferences. They are increasingly incorporated into a wide range of food products, including plant-based meat alternatives, functional foods, bakery items, snacks, and sports nutrition products. As consumers actively seek nutritious, sustainable, and allergen-friendly protein sources, pulse-based ingredients are emerging as a versatile and cost-effective solution. For instance, in June 2024, according to the International Food Information Council (IFIC), a US-based non-profit organization, 54% of Americans reported following a specific diet or eating pattern, with interest in increasing protein intake rising steadily from 59% in 2022 to 67% in 2023 and reaching 71% in 2024. Additionally, around half of consumers indicated a preference for consuming more fresh foods, which are widely perceived as healthier options. Therefore, the rising demand for protein-rich food is driving the growth of the pulse ingredients market.

Major companies operating in the pulse ingredients market are focusing on innovation and strategic capacity expansion to gain a competitive edge, including the development of advanced pulse protein concentrates. Strategic capacity expansion refers to long-term investments aimed at increasing production and processing capabilities to support future market growth. For instance, in April 2025, RELSUS, a Singapore-based developer of functional plant-based ingredients, launched a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Ujjain, India, to enhance the production of clean, high-purity plant proteins. The facility leverages Ultra-Precise Filtration technology to produce protein ingredients derived from chickpea, mung bean, pea, and rapeseed, delivering high purity, neutral flavor, smooth mouthfeel, and strong functional attributes such as solubility, emulsification, and gelling. These solvent-free and allergen-free protein ingredients support clean-label formulation and improved performance across diverse food and beverage applications.

In August 2024, Above Food, a Canada-based food company, acquired The Redwood Group LLC’s specialty crop food ingredients division for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition expanded Above Food’s footprint into the United States, adding sourcing, manufacturing, and distribution capabilities while strengthening its end-to-end ‘Seed-to-Fork’ value chain. The Redwood Group is a US-based supplier specializing in pulses, pulse ingredients, and specialty crops.

Major companies operating in the pulse ingredients market are Ingredion Incorporated, AGT Food and Ingredients Inc., Roquette Frères S.A., Cosucra Groupe Warcoing S.A., Emsland-Starke GmbH, Vestkorn Milling A.S., Puris Proteins LLC, Axiom Foods Inc., SunOpta Inc., Dakota Dry Bean Inc., Best Cooking Pulses Inc., Parakh Agro Industries Ltd., Archer Daniels Midland Company, MGP Ingredients Inc., The Green Labs LLC, Diefenbaker Spice and Pulse, ET Protein, Merit Functional Foods, AGI Solutions, Anchor Ingredients.

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

The pulse ingredients market consists of sales of pigeon peas, dry beans, bambara beans, vetches, and lupins. 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.

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