IMARC Group, a leading market research company, has recently releases report titled “Barley Market: Global Industry Trends, Share, Size, Growth, Opportunity and Forecast 2025-2033,” The study provides a detailed analysis of the industry, including the global barley market size, trends, share, and growth forecast. The report also includes competitor and regional analysis and highlights the latest advancements in the market.
Report Highlights:
How big is the barley market?
The global barley market size was valued at USD 24.1 Billion in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group estimates the market to reach USD 32.5 Billion by 2033, exhibiting a CAGR of 3.35% from 2025-2033.
Factors Affecting the Growth of the Barley Industry:
- Agricultural Factors:
The global barley market is profoundly affected by agricultural factors, with weather conditions being a primary concern. Barley cultivation is heavily dependent on favorable weather patterns, including adequate rainfall and moderate temperatures. However, extreme weather events such as droughts or floods can significantly impact barley production levels in major producing regions like Europe, North America, and Australia. These fluctuations in production can lead to price volatility and supply shortages, affecting both farmers and consumers. Additionally, factors like soil quality, pest infestations, and disease outbreaks also play a crucial role in determining barley yields and overall market dynamics.
- Shifts in Consumer Preferences:
Consumer preferences and dietary trends have a substantial influence on the global barley market. In recent years, there has been a noticeable shift towards healthier food choices, including an increased consumption of craft beer and malt-based beverages. Barley is a key ingredient in the production of malt, which is used extensively in brewing. As consumers become more health-conscious and seek out natural and wholesome ingredients, the demand for barley and its derived products continues to rise. This trend is further fueled by the growing popularity of specialty and artisanal beers, which often use barley as a primary ingredient due to its distinct flavor and nutritional properties.
- Livestock Feed Industry:
The livestock feed industry is a significant driver of the global barley market. Barley is a staple ingredient in animal feed formulations, particularly for poultry, swine, and cattle. Its nutritional profile, including high levels of protein and fiber, makes it an attractive choice for feed manufacturers looking to meet the dietary requirements of livestock effectively. As the demand for meat and animal products continues to grow globally, so does the demand for barley as a feed ingredient. Moreover, fluctuations in feed prices and availability directly impact livestock farming economics, influencing the demand for barley as a feed grain. Government regulations and policies regarding animal welfare and feed quality also play a role in shaping market dynamics within the livestock feed industry.
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Barley Market Report Segmentation:
Breakup By Type:
- Covered
- Two-Row Barley
- Six-Row Barley
- Hulless
Covered represented the largest segment due to its versatility and widespread use in various applications such as animal feed, brewing, and food processing.
Breakup By Grade:
- Food Grade
- Feed Grade
- Malt Grade
Malt grade represented the largest segment owing to its high demand in the brewing industry and its essential role in producing malt-based beverages.
Breakup By Distribution Channel:
- Supermarkets and Hypermarkets
- Departmental Stores
- Specialty Stores
- Online Stores
Supermarkets and hypermarkets represented the largest segment due to their extensive reach, convenience, and ability to offer a wide variety of barley-based products to consumers.
Breakup By Industry Vertical:
- Food and Beverages
- Pharmaceuticals
- Seed Industry
- Personal Care
- Animal Feed
- Nutraceuticals
- Others
Food and beverages represented the largest segment due to the widespread use of barley in food products such as cereals, bread, and snacks, as well as its prominent role in the brewing industry for producing beer and malt beverages.
Breakup By Region:
- North America (United States, Canada)
- Asia Pacific (China, Japan, India, South Korea, Australia, Indonesia, Others)
- Europe (Germany, France, United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Russia, Others)
- Latin America (Brazil, Mexico, Others)
- Middle East and Africa
Europe was the largest market for barley due to its long history of barley cultivation, established brewing traditions, and high consumption rates of barley-based products across various industries within the region.
Global Barley Market Trends:
The global barley market is influenced by several key drivers that shape supply, demand, and pricing dynamics, such as agricultural factors such as weather conditions, including temperature, rainfall, and drought, significantly impact barley production levels in major producing regions like Europe, North America, and Australia. In line with this, shifts in consumer preferences and dietary trends towards healthier food choices, including the increasing demand for craft beer and malt-based beverages, drive the consumption of barley and its derived products. Furthermore, the livestock feed industry plays a crucial role as barley is a major component of animal feed, particularly for poultry, swine, and cattle, thereby affecting demand patterns. Fourth, government policies and regulations related to agriculture, trade, subsidies, and tariffs influence the market’s overall dynamics and trade flows.
Who are the key players operating in the industry?
The report covers the major market players including:
- Briess Malt Ingredients Co.
- Cargill Incorporated
- Crisp Malting Group
- EverGrain LLC (Anheuser-Busch InBev)
- Grain Millers Inc.
- GrainCorp Limited
- IREKS GmbH
- Malt Products Corporation
- Malteurop Groupe S.A. (VIVESCIA)
- Maltexco S.A
- Muntons PLC
- The Soufflet Group
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