Germany Chickpeas Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Type (Desi Chickpeas, Kabuli Chickpeas), By Application (Food & Beverage, Animal Feed), and Germany Chickpeas Market Insights, Industry Trend, Forecasts to 2035

Germany Chickpeas Market Insights Forecasts to 2035

• The Germany Chickpeas Market Size is Expected to Grow at a CAGR of around 3.1% from 2025 to 2035
• The Germany Chickpeas Market Size is Expected to hold a significant Share by 2035

According to a research report published by Spherical Insights & Consulting, The Germany Chickpeas Market Size is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 3.1% from 2025 to 2035. The market is driven by several key factors. Increasing demand for plant-based protein, health consciousness, and the popularity of vegan and vegetarian diets are major contributors.

Market Overview

The German chickpeas market refers to the trade and consumption of Chole (also known as Garbano Beans) within Germany. This includes imports, exports, production, processing and distribution of various forms of chickpeas, such as drought, canned and flour. The market is affected by factors such as plant-based protein, dietary trends and consumer demand for the availability of chickpeas from various countries. The German Chole market offers important opportunities, especially within the food and beverage sector, inspired by the growing demand of plant-based and gluten-free options. Consumer interest in healthy and organic products also increases fuel growth, is often marketed as organic with chickpeas and aligned with health-conscious preferences. The German government supports the chickpeas market through various schemes, including the money for research to improve chickpeas cultivation, promote alternative protein and support domestic protein production. The purpose of these initiatives is to increase yield stability, improve quality and increase the stability of chickpeas in Germany.

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the market for the Germany chickpeas market based on various segments and regions and forecasts revenue growth and analyzes trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the Germany chickpeas market. Recent market developments and competitive strategies such as expansion, product launch, and development, partnership, merger, and acquisition have been included to draw the competitive landscape in the market. The report strategically identifies and profiles the key market players and analyses their core competencies in each sub-segment of the Germany chickpeas market.

Driving Factors

Germany chickpeas market is mainly driven by the growing popularity of plant-based diets and increasing health consciousness among consumers. In particular, the demand for chickpeas-based products such as humus and philafel, and increased use of chickpeas in gluten-free and protein-rich baking, are the major factors. Additionally, stability benefits associated with chickpeas farming are also contributing to the development of the market.

Restraining Factors

Factors restraining the German chickpeas market include limited consumer awareness of chickpeas, disruption of supply chain and competition from other plant-based protein sources. Additionally, rising costs and changing consumer preferences of raw materials can also face challenges.

Market Segmentation

The Germany chickpeas market share is classified into type and application.

• The Kabuli chickpeas segment held the largest share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

The Germany chickpeas market is segmented by type into desi chickpeas, Kabuli chickpeas. Among these, the Kabuli chickpeas segment held the largest share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. This preference is largely due to the fact that Kabuli chickpeas are larger and lighter in color, making them more appealing for direct consumption, in products like hummus and falafel, and for the German market in general.

• The food & beverage segment dominated the market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

The Germany Chickpeas market is segmented by application into food & beverage, animal feed. Among these, the food & beverage segment dominated the market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. This is primarily due to the increasing consumer interest in plant-based diets and the versatility of chickpeas in various food applications like hummus, falafel, and chickpea flour.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the Germany chickpeas market along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their product offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborative analysis focusing on the current news and developments of the companies, which includes product development, innovations, joint ventures, partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, strategic alliances, and others. This allows for the evaluation of the overall competition within the market.

List of Key Companies

• Dohler Group
• Ingredion Incorporated
• Hans Ranke GmbH
• Kofu Kichererbsen GmbH
• Others

Key Target Audience

• Market Players
• Investors
• End-users
• Government Authorities 
• Consulting and Research Firm
• Venture capitalists
• Value-Added Resellers (VARs)

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at Germany, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2035. Spherical Insights has segmented the Germany chickpeas market based on the below-mentioned segments:

Germany Chickpeas Market, By Type

• Desi Chickpeas
• Kabuli Chickpeas

Germany Chickpeas Market, By Application

• Food & Beverage
• Animal Feed