The global cornmeal market size was US$ 721.40 million in 2021. The global cornmeal market is projected to grow to US$ $ 998 million by 2030, registering a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.1% during the study period from 2022 to 2030.
Magnesium and thiamine are both rather abundant in cornmeal. Additionally, it is the top source of selenium. Grits, polenta, and other dried corn products are produced into cornmeal. It is rich in Vitamin B6 and folic acid.

Regional Analysis
The Asia-Pacific cornmeal market is expected to witness potential growth in the coming years, owing to the rising regional population and growing disposable income. Further, the region is expected to unfold several growth opportunities for the market due to growing recreational activities and the rapidly rising trend of parties in mid-weeks. Apart from that, the growing inclination towards healthy dietary habits, combined with the rising disposable income, will contribute to the market growth during the analysis timeframe.

COVID-19 Impact Analysis
The global cornmeal market remained ineffective in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. The demand for food and beverage remained the same. However, the bakery industry recorded a sharp decline as various hotels and restaurants had to shut their doors. However, the contribution of e-commerce channels potentially boosted the growth of the cornmeal market.

Factors Influencing the Market
The demand for gluten-free products has increased as consumer knowledge of them grows. The demand for foods containing cornmeal has been sparked in the coming years and is expected to record potential growth even in the coming years due to the swiftly growing global population. Moreover, the population of gluten intolerant people are growing, which will be opportunistic for the overall market in the coming years. Apart from that, oats, millets, and cornmeal are in high demand due to the rising demand for gluten-free grain-based flours.
The rapidly growing baking industry is expected to unfold ample growth opportunities for the cornmeal market. Gluten-free cornmeal-based grain flours are in high demand due to the growing demand for bakery products such as bread, cookies, and pastries. Further, companies are significantly making efforts to cater to the demands of atherosclerosis patients, which will be beneficial for market growth.
On the flip side, disadvantages of cornmeal, such as the presence of too many carbohydrates, difficulty in digestion, and the presence of a high amount of sugar and fat, may restrict the market growth during the analysis period.

Competitors in the Market
Archer Daniels Midland Company,
Cargill Inc.
General Mills, Inc.
Grain Millers, Inc.
Bunge Ltd.
Anson Mills, Ltd.
Goya Foods, Inc.
The Quaker Oats Company
Bobs Red Mill Natural Foods, Inc.
Adluh - Allen Bros. Milling Company
Nunn Milling Co.
Dover Corn Products, Ltd.
Hometown Food Company
Other Prominent Players

Market Segmentation
The global cornmeal market segmentation focuses on Form, Nature, Product, Distribution Channel, Application, and Region.
By Form
Corn Grits
Corn Flour
Others
By Nature
Organic
Conventional
By Product Type
Blue Cornmeal
Stone Ground Cornmeal
White Cornmeal
By Distribution Channel
B2B
B2C
By Application
Food Industry
Animal Feed
By Regional Outlook
? North America
o The U.S.
o Canada
o Mexico
? Europe
? Western Europe
o The UK
o Germany
o France
o Italy
o Spain
o Rest of Western Europe
? Eastern Europe
o Poland
o Russia
o Rest of Eastern Europe
? Asia Pacific
o China
o India
o Japan
o Australia & New Zealand
o ASEAN
o Rest of Asia Pacific
? Middle East & Africa (MEA)
o UAE
o Saudi Arabia
o South Africa
o Rest of MEA
? South America
o Brazil
o Argentina
o Rest of South America