Canada Barley Flakes Market Overview, 2028

Today, barley remains an important crop for Canadians. In Canada, 23,000 farmers produce roughly eight million tons of barley every year, making it our country’s third largest crop, after wheat and canola. Canada is the fifth largest producer of barley and the third largest exporter of malt barley. Barley flakes have been a part of Canadian culture and tradition for centuries. They were originally introduced by European settlers. Barley flakes were traditionally used in a variety of dishes, including porridge, soups, stews, and breads. They were also used to make a type of beer called "barley wine". In Canada, the Canadian Whole Grains Council hosts a number of events throughout the year to promote whole grains, including the Whole Grains for Good conference and the Whole Grains Month campaign, The Okanagan Grain Growers Association hosts the Okanagan Grains Festival each year in Penticton, British Columbia and The Manitoba Barley Growers Association hosts the Manitoba Barley Festival. Barley flakes are often featured at these events in recipes, educational materials, and product demonstrations. In recent years, barley flakes have become increasingly popular in Canada as a healthy and gluten-free food.

According to the research report "Canada Barley Flakes Market Overview, 2028," published by Bonafide Research, the Canada Barley Flakes market is expected to reach market size of USD 199.59 Million by 2028. Increased health trends and consumer awareness are two important factors that could boost the market for barley flakes. Because of their hectic lifestyles, consumers are looking for food products with high nutritional value and ease of preparation, and barley flakes may be a good option because they are high in nutrients and require little cooking time. The rules and regulations for barley flakes producers in Canada are set by the Food Safety and Inspection Agency (CFIA) and Canadian Grain Commission (CGC). These regulations are designed to ensure that barley flakes are safe and meet the high standards of quality that consumers expect. According to the Canadian Barley Growers Association, the regions of Canada with the highest consumption of barley flakes are Ontario, British Columbia, and Alberta.

It is generally observed that conventional barley flakes tend to have higher demand compared to organic alternatives in many regions. This can be due to factors such as price, availability, consumer preferences, and marketing. Organic products generally have a smaller market share compared to conventional ones, but their demand has been growing as more people prioritize organic and sustainably produced food. Hulled barley flakes are popular among all other types as owing to their flexibility and nutritional advantages. Hulled barley is a whole grain that has only had the outermost hull removed, leaving the bran and germ intact. As a result, hulled barley is high in dietary fiber, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Hulled barley flakes are appropriate for vegetarian, vegan, or plant-based diets. They can also be used as a grain substitute for persons with dietary restrictions or allergies.

Barley flakes have a greater range of uses in the food sector than in the beverage industry and animal feed products in Mexico. Barley flakes are a popular ingredient in a number of dishes due to their nutritional profile and versatility. Consumers may buy barley flakes directly from retailers and health food stores. The B2B market for barley flakes, on the other hand, frequently includes manufacturers, food processors, and other food-related businesses. However, the B2B market for barley flakes is not as extensive as the B2C industry. Along with this barley flakes are also available on online platforms like

The COVID-19 epidemic and the Russia-Ukraine war have both had a substantial influence on the market for barley flakes. The Russia-Ukraine conflict has hampered global supply chains, as Russia and Ukraine are two of the world's top barley exporters. This has resulted in even higher barley flakes costs. The COVID-19 epidemic has affected the worldwide supply chain, making imports of barley flakes more complex and expensive. This has also resulted in increased barley flakes costs in the Canada.

Considered in this report
• Geography: Canada
• Base year: 2017
• Estimated year: 2022
• Forecast year: 2028

Aspects covered in this report
• The Canada Barley Flakes market, with its value and forecast, along with its segments
• Various drivers and challenges
• Ongoing trends and developments
• Top-profiled companies
• Strategic suggestion

By Nature in the report
• Conventional Barley Flake
• Organic Barley Flake

By Product Type in the report
• Hulled Barley Flakes
• Dried Barley Flakes
• Toasted Barley Flakes
• Other barley flakes (pearled, Barley grits, Quick barley flakes)



By End User in the report
• Barley Flakes for Food Industry
• Barley flakes for beverages
• Barley flakes for Other End Use (Animal Feed)

By End User in the report
• B2C(Supermarket/hypermarket, Specialty Store, Online Retail, Convenience Stores)
• B2B

The approach of the report
This report consists of a combined approach of primary as well as secondary research. Initially, secondary research was used to get an understanding of the market and list out the companies that are present in the market. The secondary research consists of third-party sources such as press releases, annual reports of companies, and analyzing government-generated reports and databases. After gathering the data from secondary sources primary research was conducted by making telephonic interviews with the leading players about how the market is functioning and then performing trade calls with dealers and distributors of the market. Post this we have started doing primary calls to consumers by equally segmenting consumers in regional aspects, tier aspects, age group, and gender. Once we have primary data with us we have started verifying the details obtained from secondary sources.

Intended audience
This report can be helpful to industry consultants, manufacturers, suppliers, associations & organizations related to Barley Flakes Industry, government bodies, and other stakeholders to align their market-centric strategies. In addition to marketing and presentations, it will also increase competitive knowledge about the industry.