PMR Foresees a Stable Outlook for the Organic Grain Market Size Growth, which is Fueled by Rising Demand for Plant-Based, and Organic Foods
Industry: Food and Beverages
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The organic grains market is anticipated to rise from US$45.7 Bn in 2024 to US$118.6 Bn by the end of 2033. The market for grains is expected to hold a CAGR of 14.60% during the projection period from 2024 to 2033.
Key Factors Shaping the Demand Outlook of the Organic Grains Industry
Attributes |
Key Insights |
Market (2024E) |
US$45.7 Bn |
Projected Market Value (2033F) |
US$118.6 Bn |
Forecast Growth Rate (CAGR 2024 to 2033) |
14.60% |
Historical Growth Rate (CAGR 2019 to 2023) |
11.20% |
The growth of the organic grains market is driven by various key factors. One of the major factors driving the market is the increasing awareness about the health benefits of organically produced grains among fitness-conscious consumers.
The growing health concerns such as obesity, allergies, and cardiovascular diseases across the world are pushing consumers to adopt healthier food habits, which is proliferating the demand for organic grains as a natural and nutritious food.
Manufacturers are focusing on organic grain bulk production to meet consumer demand for organic and natural products. The main five organic grains, such as rice, wheat, barley, millet, and oat, are in high demand in the organic grain industry.
Further, trends in healthy eating lifestyles have made grains a vital element in enhancing the health and well-being of consumers, which has boosted the rapid growth of the organic grain market size.
Fitness-conscious consumers are intended to consume more foods that are organically grown without chemical use. This shift in eating habits is proliferating the organic grains industry shares.
Social media and digital channels have become the key sources of information transfer, which are playing a crucial role in sharing insights on the health benefits of organic grains, which is leading to the increasing consumption and the consequent increased availability of organic grains for sale.
These factors showcase the increasing importance, and growth potential of the organic grain industry.
The organic grains market has experienced significant growth in recent years, driven by various factors such as increasing consumer awareness about health benefits, rising popularity of non-GMO products, and the availability of organic foods and beverages.
According to a PMR report, the global organic food and beverage market size is to be valued at US$45.7 Bn in 2024.
Continuous developments and efforts of government bodies highly contributed to market expansion. For instance, in 2023, the U.S. organic sector achieved significant regulatory victories that strengthened organic standards and solidified consumer trust.
The year began with the USDA releasing the Strengthening Organic Enforcement (SOE) rule to stop fraud and protect the integrity of organic.
The organic grains market is predicted to reach US$118.6 Bn by 2033, suggesting a positive CAGR in the coming years.
The rising demand for organic food products is expected to propel the growth of the grain farming market, with organic food products using grain farming to provide bulk organic grains for animal feed and other products.
With various benefits, organic feed made with wheat is gaining more attention, which is leading to higher organic feed wheat prices.
However, as trends and developments are continued, the market is expected to remain positive for the growth of the organic grain industry.
Rising Demand for Organic Food Products
The increasing consumer demand for organic food products is expected to propel the growth of the organic grain market.
This trend is fueled by the prioritization of environmentally sustainable and natural farming methods, minimizing the use of synthetic chemicals.
The increasing inclination of consumers for organic food products is a key factor that has driven the growth of organic products in recent years.
Further, widespread accessibility of organic foods and beverages has contributed to the substantial growth of this market.
Health Awareness, and Clean-Label Trends
The growing awareness regarding the health benefits of organic food products, along with the rising trend of clean-label food products, is contributing to the growth of the organic cereal and food grains segment.
Consumers are paying more attention to the nutrient content and quality of their food, leading to a greater demand for organic products.
Maintaining Food Quality
The organic grains market is expected to face challenges such as maintaining food quality, ensuring supply chain transparency, and addressing scalability and production costs.
Maintaining the quality of produce is challenging as organic farming methods are costly, which lead to higher prices for organic produce.
Educating consumers about what makes a product organic is challenging, particularly in urbanized societies that rely on instant food options.
Additionally, organic farming requires more land and often results in lower yields than traditional methods, which again complicate the maintenance of product quality.
Addressing these challenges can help maximize the burgeoning opportunities in the organic grain market.
Future Opportunities for Organic Grains Producers
The increasing consumption of organically grown grains and their bulk production across the globe is creating a ripple in the market.
As awareness about healthy and nutritional products has been increasing, consumers are inclined to purchase more organic products to gain health benefits and maintain well-being.
The continuous expansion of the food industry across the globe has been creating a massive space for the organic grains market expansion.
Increasing investments in innovative organic farming methods are being made to meet consumer demand for organic food production.
Further, the hike in population that consumes plant-based protein has been rising due to the health consciousness among consumers, which is driving the demand for rice, barley, wheat, and other grains across the globe, which is further expected to boost the growth of the organic grains market in the future.
A Variety of Grains Witness Mounting Demand in Recent Years
The organic grain market is categorized into several types, such as wheat, rice, oats, cornmeal, barley, and other cereal grains. This includes examples such as bread, pasta, breakfast cereals, grains, and tortillas.
Based on forms, grains are further divided into two subgroups: whole or raw grains, and processed or refined grains.
Raw grains, which contain the entire grain kernel, are associated with various health benefits and are considered very nutritious, while processed grains are often considered to have negative health effects.
The end user base for grains is huge and includes a wide range of industries, including the food & beverage industry, the food service industry, the feed industry, household/retail, and others.
The increased use of organic grains in these industries is rapidly boosting the market expansion.
Region |
CAGR in 2021 |
North America |
0.76% |
Government Bodies Strengthen Market Growth Across Regions
According to the USDA, in North America, the US held the highest market share of US$21 Bn in 2021 in the organic grain market.
The US market for organic products, particularly organic wheat, is growing, but it accounts for a small share of total wheat production.
To boost wheat production and consumer confidence in organic products, the USDA has strengthened the National Organic Program.
Organic wheat, which accounted for 0.76% of all US wheat production in 2021, has seen a subtle increase from 0.73% in 2019.
As the leading grain-based food companies are investing heavily in organic food production, the organic grain market is expected to gain traction in forthcoming years, particularly in North America.
Similarly, the organic grain market in India, including organic cereal and food grains, holds the majority of the total market share.
The report also provides a detailed breakup and analysis of the organic food market based on distribution channels and product types, including organic cereal and food grains.
May 2024
The long-term study conducted in May 2024 at the University of Bonn demonstrates that plants adapt genetically over time to the special conditions of organic farming. The researchers planted barley plants on two neighboring fields and used conventional farming methods on one and organic methods on the other.
Over the course of over 20 years, the organic barley was enriched with specific genetic material that differed from the comparative culture. The results demonstrate the importance of cultivating varieties, especially for organic farming.
Feb 2024
The scientific report conducted in February, 2024 explores the use of moringa leaf extract (MLE30) as an organic and sustainable approach to mitigate drought stress in wheat crop development and grain yield.
The study found that MLE30-priming with curtailed seed rate enhanced antioxidant enzyme activity, yield, and yield-related morphological attributes.
The application of MLE30-priming with curtailed seed rate improved crop establishment, stress regulation, and economic return under limited irrigation water availability. The findings suggest that the application of organic MLE30-seed priming can compensate for maximum wheat grain production under curtailed seed rate and induced terminal drought stress.
June 2023
Columbia Grain International, LLC, a subsidiary of Marubeni Corporation, has acquired the assets of Great River Organic Milling, allowing it to enter the organic grains and pulses food packaging business.
The organic food market in the United States has grown to US$62 Bn in 2022, twice the size of 2013. GROM procures organic grains and pulses mainly in Wisconsin and manufactures its own brand products and private brands. CGI, leveraging its relationship with U.S. farmers, plans to sell Balanced Bushel products nationwide.
Companies like Ardent Mills, Rapunzel Naturkost, Bob’s Red Mill Natural Foods, Sunrise Foods International Inc., Armada Foods, Yegu Health Industry, and Tradin Organic are the leading players in the organic grains market. These companies operate food & beverage industries, food service industries, feed industries, and household/retail facilities across the country.
The organic grains market report will provide valuable insight with a focus on the fragmented nature of the industry. Prominent players are focusing on innovative product launches and developments.
Further, they focus on various business strategies, such as partnerships, mergers and acquisitions, and joint ventures, to grow their product line and increase their market shares across different regions.
Organic grain companies are embracing an array of initiatives, such as investments in several R&D activities, the adoption of new organic farming methods, and supply chain optimization, to strengthen their market position.
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2024 to 2033 |
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2019 to 2023 |
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The market is expected to rise from US$45.7 Bn in 2024 to US$118.6 Bn by the end of 2033.
Rising demand for plant-based and organic foods and increasing fitness awareness are propelling market growth.
ARDENT MILLS, Rapunzel Naturkost, Bob’s Red Mill Natural Foods, Sunrise Foods International Inc., and Armada Foods are some of the leading market companies.
The challenges, such as maintaining food quality, ensuring supply chain transparency, and addressing scalability and production costs, are restraining the market expansion.
Awareness about healthy and nutritional products and increasing investments in novel organic farming strategies are the key opportunities in the market.