Millet and Sorghum Ancient Grains Market Size
The Global Millet and Sorghum Ancient Grains Market reached US$ 10.51billion in 2025 and is expected to reach US$ 12.31 billion by 2033, growing with a CAGR of 2.1% during the forecast period 2026-2033.
The global millet and sorghum ancient grains market has witnessed significant growth, these grains have remained unchanged over several years, and consumers are highly adopting these grains as they provide all the essential nutrients, vitamins, and Fibers. They are naturally gluten-free and also help in maintaining heart health. Hence, such factors help in driving the global millet and sorghum ancient grains market.
Furthermore, as the demand is increasing, the Agricultural & Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) of India, launched a variety of Millet in Minutes” products under the category of Ready-to-Eat (RTE) such as Upma, Pongal, Khichadi, Noodles, Biryani, and others for all age groups at affordable prices ranging from Rs 5 to Rs 15 at the AAHAR food fair. Hence, it can help in increasing the market growth.
The millet segment accounts for over half of the market share. Similarly, the Asia-Pacific dominates the millet and sorghum ancient grains market, holds the largest market share. India’s average yield in millet farming in 2021-22 is 1208 kgs per hectare, India remains the largest producer and consumer of millet and sorghum ancient grains market.
Millet and Sorghum Ancient Grains Market Scope
| Metrics | Details |
| CAGR | 2.1% |
| Size Available for Years | 2024-2032 |
| Forecast Period | 2026-2033 |
| Data Availability | Value (US$) |
| Segments Covered | Type, Distribution Channel, Application, and Region |
| Regions Covered | North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, South America and Middle East & Africa |
| Largest Region | Asia-Pacific |
| Report Insights Covered | Competitive Landscape Analysis, Company Profile Analysis, Market Size, Share, Growth, Demand, Recent Developments, Mergers and Acquisitions, New Product Launches, Growth Strategies, Revenue Analysis, Porter’s Analysis, Pricing Analysis, Regulatory Analysis, Supply-Chain Analysis and Other key Insights. |
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Millet and Sorghum Ancient Grains Market Dynamics
Government Initiatives
Consumers are highly adopting these grains as they provide numerous health benefits. As the demand is increasing many governments are providing schemes, and policies to promote the cultivation, processing, and consumption of these grains for various reasons. Hence, it can help in increasing the market growth.
Furthermore, in February 2023, the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) of India had a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Lulu Hypermarket LLC, to export and promote the millets and value-added millet products to GCC countries. Hence, such initiatives can help in increasing the global millet and sorghum ancient grains market.
Raising Demand for Innovative Foods
Consumers' demand for innovative nutrition foods is increasing the demand for millet s and sorghum in various RTE foods as they are rich in fiber, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Also they are gluten-free. They also help in weight management and improve digestion. Hence, such factors help in increasing the market growth.
Furthermore, as the demand is increasing many manufacturing companies are launching innovative products in order to attract larger consumer bases. For instance, in September 2023, Nestle launched a range of a+masala Millet-based porridge that contains ancient pearl millet, barley, vegetables, and a variety of 20 spices. They are available in different flavours. Hence, such products can help in increasing the market growth.
Specific Growing Conditions
The specific growing conditions can affect the growth of the global millet and sorghum ancient grains market. As the sorghum and millets grow well in warm, dry weather, and moderate rainfall. In areas with significant temperature shifts, heavy rainfall, or prolonged droughts, they might not thrive. Hence, it could affect the market growth.
Furthermore, According to FAOSTAT (2021), the global millet production in 2019-20 was 84.17 billion metric tonnes from an area of 70.75 billion hectares, of which 20.50% was produced in India, hence, due to specific growing conditions the production rate is decreased which can hamper the market growth.
Millet and Sorghum Ancient Grains Market Segment Analysis
The global millet and sorghum ancient grains market is segmented based on type, distribution channel, application and region.
Increase in Demand for Plant-based Nutrition
The millet segment holds the maximum share in the global millet and sorghum ancient grains market. Consumers are highly attracted to millet-based RTE foods as they contain essential nutrients, gluten-free and also, and are a rich source of vitamin B. They help in weight management. Hence, such factors help in increasing the market growth.
Furthermore, many key players are focusing on producing innovative products in order to attract larger consumer bases. For instance, Moon Foods company produces a wide range of ancient millet cookies such as finger millet cookies, pearl millet cookies, Kodo millet cookies, and others. Hence, such products can help in increasing the market growth.
Millet and Sorghum Ancient Grains Market Geographical Share
High Production
Asia-Pacific has been a dominant force in the global millet and sorghum ancient grains market and its significance has only grown in the post-2020 era. Consumers in this region are highly adopting millet and sorghum-based RTE foods in their regular diets as they provide nutritional benefits. Hence, it helps in increasing the demand for the market in this region.
Furthermore, the production is increasing in this region. For instance, according to India's development review, India’s average yield in millet farming in 2021-22 is 1208 kgs per hectare, The production of millet has also increased by 7% (1966-2022). Hence, such high production can help in increasing the market growth.
Additionally, Australian sorghum production for 2020/21 is estimated at 1.35 billion metric tons, up 1.05 billion metric tons from 2019-20, and the Area is estimated at 0.51 billion hectares(mha), up 0.36 mha or 240 percent from 2019-20. Yield is forecast at 2.65 tons per hectare (t/ha), up 0.65 t/ha or 33 percent from 2019-20.
Millet and Sorghum Ancient Grains Market Companies
The major global players in the market include Agro products Manufacturers, Samruddhi Organic Farm (India) Private Limited, Fibro Foods, Moon Foods, Giva Agro, VAD Industries Pvt. Ltd, KIO Farm Private Limited, Kaadu Organics, Kinal Global Care Private Limited, and Nature Land Organics.
Key Developments
- January 2026: Government of Uttar Pradesh increased procurement of millet and sorghum to over 2.13 lakh metric tonnes, strengthening farmer income and supply chain support.
- August 2025: Government of India reported millet production reaching 180.15 lakh tonnes (2024-25), reinforcing its position as the world’s largest producer.
- May 2025: Global initiatives accelerated innovation in millet and sorghum breeding technologies to improve climate resilience and yield efficiency.
- 2025: Rising demand for gluten-free and nutrient-rich ancient grains is driving millet-based product innovation in food, beverages, and nutraceuticals.
- 2025: Major players including Cargill and Archer Daniels Midland are expanding portfolios in millet and sorghum-based food ingredients.
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