Middle East And Africa Pulse Flour Market

Middle East and Africa Pulse Flour Market Size (2024 to 2032)

Middle East and Africa Pulse Flour market is predicted to reach USD 0.72 billion in 2024 and USD 1.71 billion by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 11.38% during the forecast period.

MARKET OVERVIEW

Pulses are essentially legumes found in all agricultural nations of the world. Pulse flour is basically crushed and dried legumes, which are then refined for use in different applications. Pulse flour can be used as a substitute for traditional flour such as wheat, soybeans, etc. Some of the popular Pulses that are used to make Pulse flour include lentils, lima beans, yellow peas, and beans, among others. The popularity of the market for Pulse flour can be attributed to the increasing consumption of gluten-free food products in developed countries.

With the increasing use of Pulse flour as an essential ingredient in functional foods, the Middle East and Africa Pulse flour market is experiencing a substantial increase in size and value. Although the future of this market looks promising, the limited applicability of Pulse flour could hamper its progress for years to come. The main driver of growth in the world market for pulses flour is the increase in demand for gluten-free flour. Also, Pulse flour is healthier than traditional flour. Pulse flour is high in nutritional content, including protein, which contributes to increased absorption of Pulse flour by health-conscious people. Pulse flours are also used as substitutes for various agricultural products, such as soybeans, wheat, corn, etc. These are some of the factors that are driving the expansion of the Middle East and Africa pulse flour market. Pulse has an unpleasant taste due to the presence of various compounds, such as acids, aldehydes, ketones, pyrazines, sulfur derivatives, etc. This could act as a brake on the growth of the Middle East and Africa pulse flour market globally.

This research report on the Middle East and Africa Pulse Flour market has been segmented and sub-segmented into the following categories.

Middle East and Africa Pulse Flour Market By Types

• beans

• chickpeas

• lentils

• peas

Among all of them, chickpeas have the largest market share, followed by lentils. Chickpea flour has several health benefits, such as maintaining blood sugar levels, improving digestion, and regulating weight. Therefore, it is the engine of the growth of chickpeas in this segment. 

Middle East and Africa Pulse Flour Market By Application

• beverages

• baked goods

• salty snacks

• meat products

The heavy use of Pulse flours in bakery products and salty snacks dominates in this segment. Additionally, strong demand for natural and healthy ingredients from the food and beverage industry is expected to drive the global pulses market during the review period. 

Middle East and Africa Pulse Flour Market By Country

• South Africa

• Egypt

• Saudi Arabia

• United Arab Emirates

• Israel

The Middle East and Africa are expected to become important markets for pulses flour. Pulse flour is widely used in hummus, soups, tajines, and curries. In addition, it is used in frozen prepared meats, processed meats, and salads to increase the nutritional value of foods. The growing population, combined with the development of the food service industry and is expected to positively impact the growth of the pulses flour market in this region. Additionally, the growing hotel industry in the region, particularly in Egypt, Israel, Morocco, and the United Arab Emirates, is expected to drive demand for processed Pulses for new recipes.

KEY MARKET PLAYERS

• SunOpta
• Diefenbaker Spice & Pulse
• The Scoular Company
• EHL Limited
• ADM
• Archer Daniels Midland
• Parakh Agro Industries Ltd.
• Anchor Ingredients
• Batory Foods

RECENT HAPPENINGS IN THE MARKET

• Alliance Grain Traders Inc. is pleased to announce that it has acquired certain real estate, storage, and associated handling equipment from C&F Foods, Inc., a California-based company, Real Partner Investments, LLC, a company of California Limited Liability Company and MCL Ag Investments Partnership, LLP, a North Dakota Limited Liability Company. The planned construction will include the installation of legume processing equipment for beans, chickpeas, peas, and lentils to increase US AGT processing capacity at the Williston production facility in North Dakota.
• In March 2019, Archer Daniels Midland (ADM) launched a range of homogeneous, high-quality, high-performance organic flour products. The company will use sources of wheat and legumes to produce them.
• In January 2018, Saskatchewan bean processor Verdient Foods Inc. signed a joint venture agreement with US Company Ingredion to expand its operations. Le Vanscoy, Sask. An organic pea protein fractionation plant has been operating since last year, and the new deal will see it expand operations to include more Pulse. Ingredion announced the deal in December as part of a $ 140 million investment in plant protein. The announcement also included the expansion of Ingredion's VITESSENCE Pulse line of protein isolates.
• In August 2018, Bunge introduced Pulse-based flour. It will be used as a substitute for modified starches and will provide nutritional benefits. This launch expanded the company's product portfolio and retained more customers as this product was able to meet customer demand and needs.
• In September 2016, Ingredion launched a flour and Pulse protein with a unique taste in Europe. The company had added the VITESSENCE Pulse CT and HOMECRAFT Pulse CT proteins to its product portfolio. These allow higher dosages in low humidity applications such as pasta and snacks and sweet products without any negative impact on the sensory experience or the flavors of the product. This launch expanded the company's product portfolio and increased its market share.