Summary

Global Brewer’s Spent Grain Market is valued at approximately USD 3.5 billion in 2023 and is projected to register a strong CAGR of more than 6.18% over the forecast period 2024–2032. Brewer’s spent grain (BSG), the major by-product of the beer brewing process, has rapidly transformed from a waste material into a multifaceted commodity across food, feed, energy, and pharma sectors. Rich in fiber, proteins, lignin, and other bioactive compounds, BSG offers both ecological and economic value, prompting a shift from disposal to upcycling. As global sustainability mandates tighten and zero-waste principles gain traction, stakeholders are increasingly exploring brewer’s spent grain for its circular economy potential.
Driven by escalating demand for high-fiber, high-protein functional ingredients, BSG has carved out a robust niche in food ingredient innovation. It is used to enhance bread, snacks, and bars while also extending shelf life and enriching texture. Moreover, the nutrient density of BSG aligns well with the dietary demands of livestock and poultry, making it an efficient feed supplement. Simultaneously, advancements in biomass fermentation and enzymatic hydrolysis have positioned spent grain as a promising feedstock for second-generation biofuels, making it highly relevant to the renewable energy sector.
However, challenges such as its high moisture content and short shelf life continue to constrain broader utilization. These limitations necessitate robust processing infrastructure and innovation in preservation techniques like drying and fermentation. In parallel, awareness of its health potential remains underdeveloped in certain consumer segments, hindering its full-fledged adoption in human food formulations. Still, opportunities abound, as startups and research initiatives are increasingly exploring brewer’s spent grain for microbiome-friendly food products, upcycled flour, meat alternatives, and biodegradable packaging.
What’s truly changing the game is the evolution of scalable processing technologies and partnerships between breweries, ingredient manufacturers, and end-use industries. With improved stabilization techniques and integration into existing supply chains, brewer’s spent grain is witnessing a premiumization trend—shifting from bulk biomass to branded, high-margin applications in wellness foods, protein-enriched beverages, and even skincare. Governments in multiple regions are also investing in valorization programs and clean tech incubation that support BSG-based business models.
Regionally, North America leads the market, supported by its flourishing craft brewing ecosystem, consumer preference for sustainable food choices, and innovation-forward regulatory environment. Europe trails closely behind, with breweries collaborating across verticals to produce bio-based energy and novel food ingredients. The Asia Pacific region is expected to exhibit the fastest growth, driven by an upsurge in beer consumption, livestock production, and eco-conscious manufacturing in countries like China, India, and Australia. Meanwhile, Latin America and the Middle East & Africa are adopting BSG in localized feed and fuel applications as part of agricultural modernization.
Major market player included in this report are:
• EverGrain Ingredients
• Malteurop Group
• Agrain
• AB InBev
• The Upcycled Grain Project
• ReGrained Inc.
• Molson Coors Beverage Company
• Cargill, Inc.
• Grainstone Inc.
• Brewer’s Grain Company
• IFF (International Flavors & Fragrances Inc.)
• BSG CraftBrewing
• CoorsTek Bioproducts
• Kerry Group plc
• Anheuser-Busch Companies, LLC
The detailed segments and sub-segment of the market are explained below:
By Utilization Type
• Animal Feed
• Biofuel Production
• Food Ingredients
• Mushroom Cultivation
By Processing Method
• Wet Processing
• Dry Processing
By End User Industry
• Food and Beverage
• Animal Husbandry
• Renewable Energy
• Pharmaceuticals
By Form
• Pellets
• Flour
• Whole Grain
By Distribution Channel
• Direct Sales
• Online Sales
• Retail
By Region:
North America
• U.S.
• Canada
Europe
• UK
• Germany
• France
• Spain
• Italy
• Rest of Europe
Asia Pacific
• China
• India
• Japan
• Australia
• South Korea
• Rest of Asia Pacific
Latin America
• Brazil
• Mexico
• Rest of Latin America
Middle East & Africa
• Saudi Arabia
• South Africa
• Rest of Middle East & Africa
Years considered for the study are as follows:
• Historical year – 2022
• Base year – 2023
• Forecast period – 2024 to 2032
Key Takeaways:
• Market Estimates & Forecast for 10 years from 2022 to 2032.
• Annualized revenues and regional level analysis for each market segment.
• Detailed analysis of geographical landscape with country-level analysis of major regions.
• Competitive landscape with information on major players in the market.
• Analysis of key business strategies and recommendations on future market approach.
• Analysis of competitive structure of the market.
• Demand side and supply side analysis of the market.

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Table of Contents

Table of Contents
Chapter 1. Global Brewer’s Spent Grain Market Executive Summary
1.1. Global Brewer’s Spent Grain Market Size & Forecast (2022 2032)
1.2. Regional Summary
1.3. Segmental Summary
1.3.1. By Utilization Type
1.3.2. By Processing Method
1.4. Key Trends
1.5. Recession Impact
1.6. Analyst Recommendation & Conclusion
Chapter 2. Global Brewer’s Spent Grain Market Definition and Research Assumptions
2.1. Research Objective
2.2. Market Definition
2.3. Research Assumptions
2.3.1. Inclusion & Exclusion
2.3.2. Limitations
2.3.3. Supply Side Analysis
 2.3.3.1. Availability
 2.3.3.2. Infrastructure
 2.3.3.3. Regulatory Environment
 2.3.3.4. Market Competition
 2.3.3.5. Economic Viability (Producer Perspective)
2.3.4. Demand Side Analysis
 2.3.4.1. Regulatory Frameworks
 2.3.4.2. Technological Advancements
 2.3.4.3. Environmental Considerations
 2.3.4.4. Consumer Awareness & Acceptance
2.4. Estimation Methodology
2.5. Years Considered for the Study
2.6. Currency Conversion Rates
Chapter 3. Global Brewer’s Spent Grain Market Dynamics
3.1. Market Drivers
 3.1.1. Circular economy and sustainability mandates driving upcycling
 3.1.2. Rising demand for high fiber, high protein functional ingredients
 3.1.3. Growth of biofuel and renewable energy feedstock applications
3.2. Market Challenges
 3.2.1. High moisture content and limited shelf life requiring preservation
 3.2.2. Need for specialized processing infrastructure and capex
3.3. Market Opportunities
 3.3.1. Premium upcycled food formulations and microbiome friendly products
 3.3.2. Expansion of second generation biofuel and biochemical uses
 3.3.3. Emerging nutraceutical, cosmeceutical, and specialty feed applications
Chapter 4. Global Brewer’s Spent Grain Market Industry Analysis
4.1. Porter’s Five Forces Model
 4.1.1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
 4.1.2. Bargaining Power of Buyers
 4.1.3. Threat of New Entrants
 4.1.4. Threat of Substitutes
 4.1.5. Competitive Rivalry
 4.1.6. Futuristic Approach to Porter’s Model
 4.1.7. Impact Analysis
4.2. PESTEL Analysis
 4.2.1. Political
 4.2.2. Economic
 4.2.3. Social
 4.2.4. Technological
 4.2.5. Environmental
 4.2.6. Legal
4.3. Top Investment Opportunities
4.4. Top Winning Strategies
4.5. Disruptive Trends
4.6. Industry Expert Perspectives
4.7. Analyst Recommendation & Conclusion
Chapter 5. Global Brewer’s Spent Grain Market Size & Forecasts by Utilization Type 2022 2032
5.1. Segment Dashboard
5.2. Brewer’s Spent Grain Market: Utilization Type Revenue Trend Analysis, 2022 & 2032 (USD Billion)
 5.2.1. Animal Feed
 5.2.2. Biofuel Production
 5.2.3. Food Ingredients
 5.2.4. Mushroom Cultivation
Chapter 6. Global Brewer’s Spent Grain Market Size & Forecasts by Processing Method 2022 2032
6.1. Segment Dashboard
6.2. Brewer’s Spent Grain Market: Processing Method Revenue Trend Analysis, 2022 & 2032 (USD Billion)
 6.2.1. Wet Processing
 6.2.2. Dry Processing
Chapter 7. Global Brewer’s Spent Grain Market Size & Forecasts by Region 2022 2032
7.1. North America Brewer’s Spent Grain Market
 7.1.1. U.S. Brewer’s Spent Grain Market
  7.1.1.1. Utilization Type breakdown & forecasts, 2022 2032
  7.1.1.2. Processing Method breakdown & forecasts, 2022 2032
 7.1.2. Canada Brewer’s Spent Grain Market
7.2. Europe Brewer’s Spent Grain Market
 7.2.1. UK Brewer’s Spent Grain Market
 7.2.2. Germany Brewer’s Spent Grain Market
 7.2.3. France Brewer’s Spent Grain Market
 7.2.4. Spain Brewer’s Spent Grain Market
 7.2.5. Italy Brewer’s Spent Grain Market
 7.2.6. Rest of Europe Brewer’s Spent Grain Market
7.3. Asia Pacific Brewer’s Spent Grain Market
 7.3.1. China Brewer’s Spent Grain Market
 7.3.2. India Brewer’s Spent Grain Market
 7.3.3. Japan Brewer’s Spent Grain Market
 7.3.4. Australia Brewer’s Spent Grain Market
 7.3.5. South Korea Brewer’s Spent Grain Market
 7.3.6. Rest of Asia Pacific Brewer’s Spent Grain Market
7.4. Latin America Brewer’s Spent Grain Market
 7.4.1. Brazil Brewer’s Spent Grain Market
 7.4.2. Mexico Brewer’s Spent Grain Market
 7.4.3. Rest of Latin America Brewer’s Spent Grain Market
7.5. Middle East & Africa Brewer’s Spent Grain Market
 7.5.1. Saudi Arabia Brewer’s Spent Grain Market
 7.5.2. South Africa Brewer’s Spent Grain Market
 7.5.3. Rest of Middle East & Africa Brewer’s Spent Grain Market
Chapter 8. Competitive Intelligence
8.1. Key Company SWOT Analysis
 8.1.1. EverGrain Ingredients
 8.1.2. Malteurop Group
 8.1.3. Agrain
8.2. Top Market Strategies
8.3. Company Profiles
 8.3.1. EverGrain Ingredients
  8.3.1.1. Key Information
  8.3.1.2. Overview
  8.3.1.3. Financial (Subject to Data Availability)
  8.3.1.4. Product Summary
  8.3.1.5. Market Strategies
 8.3.2. AB InBev
 8.3.3. The Upcycled Grain Project
 8.3.4. ReGrained Inc.
 8.3.5. Molson Coors Beverage Company
 8.3.6. Cargill, Inc.
 8.3.7. Grainstone Inc.
 8.3.8. Brewer’s Grain Company
 8.3.9. IFF (International Flavors & Fragrances Inc.)
 8.3.10. BSG CraftBrewing
Chapter 9. Research Process
9.1. Research Process
 9.1.1. Data Mining
 9.1.2. Analysis
 9.1.3. Market Estimation
 9.1.4. Validation
 9.1.5. Publishing
9.2. Research Attributes