Mexico Wheat Flour Market Report and Forecast 2025-2034

The Mexico wheat flour market attained a volume of 7.60 Million Tons in 2024. The industry is expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.00% during the forecast period of 2025-2034 to attain a volume of 11.25 Million Tons by 2034.

Mexico Wheat Flour Market Growth

Mexico is termed the 11th largest agricultural and livestock-producing country on a global scale. The strong consumer demand, rising middle class, large land mass, and wide climatic conditions make Mexico suitable for large-scale agricultural production. In 2020/2021, Mexico produced 2900 tons of wheat. The presence of favourable government initiatives is supporting higher wheat production in Mexico. Wheat farmers in Mexico are receiving USD 44 million to encourage wheat production and operations, further supporting the wheat flour market in Mexico.

About 88% of the retail sales in Mexico is through physical stores. Mexico has the presence of a strong retail sector comprising supermarkets and hypermarket chains, grocery stores, and online channels. The expansion of the retail stores in Mexico is increasing the availability of wheat flour, further supporting the market growth. While all-purpose flour is widely used in various preparations and recipes in the region, the demand for whole wheat flour is witnessing a significant growth due to its improved nutritional benefits compared to other varieties. It acts as a good source of fibre, protein, and various vitamins and minerals. Health-conscious customers seeking to consume a well-balanced nutritious diet prefer food products that utilise whole wheat flour.

In southeastern Mexico and the Bajío region, millers and bakers frequently use wheat for making national bread because of regional preferences and favourable logistics. About 45% of the wheat production in Mexico is carried out majorly in far northwest regions including Baja California, Sonora, Sinaloa, Chihuahua, and Nuevo Leon. The major variety grown in these regions is heirloom durum which finds use in a wide range of applications including tortillas, bakery products, etc.

Mexico Wheat Flour Industry Segmentation

Mexico Wheat Flour Market Report and Forecast 2025-2034 offers a detailed analysis of the market based on the following segments:

Market Breakup by Type

All-Purpose Flour
Semolina Flour
Whole Wheat Flour
High Gluten Flour
Others

Market Breakup by Wheat Type

Hard
Semi-hard
Soft
Others

Market Breakup by Distribution Channel

B2B
B2C

Market Breakup by End Use

Bakery and Confectionery
Noodle and Pasta
Feed Industry
Others

Market Breakup by Region

Central Mexico
Northern Mexico
Pacific Coast
The Bajío
Yucatan Peninsula
Baja California

Mexico Wheat Flour Market Share

Based on end use, the market is divided into bakery and confectionery, noodle and pasta, and feed industry, among others. The bakery and confectionery sector is witnessing a rapid growth and is a key market for wheat flour. This can be attributed to increasing disposable incomes, growing demand for convenient and relatively healthier options like freshly baked goods, and the growing popularity of dining out.

Leading Companies in the Mexico Wheat Flour Market

The report provides a detailed analysis of the following key players in the market, covering their competitive landscape and latest developments like mergers and acquisitions, investments, and product launches.
Grupo Trimex
Grupo Industrial La Italiana
Munsa
Archer Daniels Midland Company
Bob's Red Mill Natural Foods, Inc.
Others

The market participants are expanding their production capacities, engaging in collaborations, and launching regenerative agriculture initiatives, increasing their market revenue. Show more