Global Low Glycemic Index Rice Market Size Study, By Variety (Basmati, Jasmine, Brown, Branded), By Application (Diabetes Management, Weight Management, Sports Nutrition, General Health and Wellness), By Packaging (Bulk, Branded, Retail), By Consumer Group (Diabetics, Pre-diabetics, Health-conscious Consumers, Fitness Enthusiasts), By Distribution Channel (Supermarkets/Hypermarkets, Online Retailers, Health Food Stores, Pharmacies), And Regional Forecasts 2022-2032

The Global Low Glycemic Index (GI) Rice Market is valued at approximately USD 3.75 billion in 2023 and is anticipated to grow with a healthy CAGR of 5.4% over the forecast period 2024-2032. The market for low GI rice is witnessing significant growth due to increased consumer awareness regarding the benefits of glycemic control and the rising prevalence of chronic health conditions such as diabetes and obesity. Low GI rice, which digests more slowly and causes a gradual rise in blood sugar levels, has emerged as a staple for health-conscious individuals, diabetics, and fitness enthusiasts.
The increasing global incidence of diabetes is a major driver of this market. According to the International Diabetes Federation, over 60% of the world’s diabetic population resides in Asia. Furthermore, the growing adoption of healthier diets focused on weight management, sports nutrition, and general wellness is enhancing demand for low GI rice varieties such as basmati, jasmine, and brown rice.
The market is witnessing advancements in farming techniques and rice production, particularly in Asia Pacific, where governments and research institutions are investing heavily to develop high-protein, low-glycemic rice varieties. For example, the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) has spearheaded programs to enhance rice nutrition, while governments in India and China are promoting sustainable low GI rice production through research and partnerships.
In terms of distribution, online retailers are gaining a substantial share due to increased e-commerce adoption and the growing availability of specialty rice varieties. Supermarkets and health food stores also play a crucial role by offering visibility to these niche products.
Regionally, Asia Pacific dominates the global market, accounting for the largest share, driven by the widespread consumption of rice as a staple food. North America and Europe are also experiencing significant growth due to rising health awareness, particularly among diabetics and fitness-conscious consumers.
The Global Low GI Rice Market is expected to witness continuous growth due to factors such as technological innovation, evolving dietary habits, and increased global demand for healthier food options.
Major market players included in this report are:
By Variety
The increasing global incidence of diabetes is a major driver of this market. According to the International Diabetes Federation, over 60% of the world’s diabetic population resides in Asia. Furthermore, the growing adoption of healthier diets focused on weight management, sports nutrition, and general wellness is enhancing demand for low GI rice varieties such as basmati, jasmine, and brown rice.
The market is witnessing advancements in farming techniques and rice production, particularly in Asia Pacific, where governments and research institutions are investing heavily to develop high-protein, low-glycemic rice varieties. For example, the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) has spearheaded programs to enhance rice nutrition, while governments in India and China are promoting sustainable low GI rice production through research and partnerships.
In terms of distribution, online retailers are gaining a substantial share due to increased e-commerce adoption and the growing availability of specialty rice varieties. Supermarkets and health food stores also play a crucial role by offering visibility to these niche products.
Regionally, Asia Pacific dominates the global market, accounting for the largest share, driven by the widespread consumption of rice as a staple food. North America and Europe are also experiencing significant growth due to rising health awareness, particularly among diabetics and fitness-conscious consumers.
The Global Low GI Rice Market is expected to witness continuous growth due to factors such as technological innovation, evolving dietary habits, and increased global demand for healthier food options.
Major market players included in this report are:
- Ricegrowers Limited
- Nestiva
- Chaman Lal Setia Exports Ltd.
- SDLG Radiant Pvt. Ltd.
- Sugar Watchers Low GI Staples
- First Choice Food Products Pvt Ltd.
- Parish Rice
- The Little Rice Company
- Siam Lotus
- Cahokia
- Kohinoor Foods Limited
- LT Foods Limited
- Sunstar Organics
- Tilda Ltd
- Daawat
By Variety
- Basmati
- Jasmine
- Brown
- Branded
- Diabetes Management
- Weight Management
- Sports Nutrition
- General Health and Wellness
- Bulk
- Branded
- Retail
- Diabetics
- Pre-diabetics
- Health-conscious Consumers
- Fitness Enthusiasts
- Supermarkets/Hypermarkets
- Online Retailers
- Health Food Stores
- Pharmacies
- North America
- U.S.
- Canada
- Mexico
- Europe
- Germany
- U.K.
- France
- Spain
- Italy
- Asia Pacific
- China
- India
- Japan
- Australia
- South America
- Brazil
- Argentina
- Middle East & Africa
- UAE
- South Africa
- Historical Year: 2022
- Base Year: 2023
- Forecast Period: 2024-2032
- Market Estimates & Forecast for 10 years from 2022 to 2032.
- Annualized revenues and regional-level analysis for each market segment.
- Detailed analysis of the geographical landscape with country-level data for key regions.
- Competitive landscape with insights into major market players.
- Analysis of growth factors, market dynamics, and trends.
- Recommendations for business strategies and future market approaches.
CHAPTER 1. GLOBAL LOW GLYCEMIC INDEX RICE MARKET EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
1.1. Global Low GI Rice Market Size & Forecast, 2022-2032
1.2. Regional Summary
1.3. Segmental Summary
1.3.1. By Variety
1.3.2. By Application
1.3.3. By Packaging
1.3.4. By Consumer Group
1.3.5. By Distribution Channel
1.4. Key Trends
1.5. Recession Impact Analysis
1.6. Analyst Recommendation & Conclusion
CHAPTER 2. GLOBAL LOW GLYCEMIC INDEX RICE MARKET DEFINITION AND RESEARCH ASSUMPTIONS
2.1. Research Objective
2.2. Market Definition
2.3. Research Assumptions
2.4. Estimation Methodology
2.5. Years Considered for the Study
2.6. Currency Conversion Rates
CHAPTER 3. GLOBAL LOW GLYCEMIC INDEX RICE MARKET DYNAMICS
3.1. Market Drivers
3.1.1. Rising Prevalence of Diabetes and Chronic Diseases
3.1.2. Increasing Demand for Health-Conscious Diets
3.1.3. Technological Advancements in Rice Production
3.2. Market Challenges
3.2.1. High Production Costs of Low GI Rice
3.2.2. Limited Consumer Awareness in Emerging Markets
3.3. Market Opportunities
3.3.1. Growing Adoption of E-commerce Platforms for Specialty Foods
3.3.2. Increased Investments in Low GI Rice Farming Techniques
CHAPTER 4. GLOBAL LOW GLYCEMIC INDEX RICE MARKET INDUSTRY ANALYSIS
4.1. Porter’s 5 Force 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
4.2. PESTEL Analysis
4.2.1. Political
4.2.2. Economical
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. Industry Expert Perspectives
4.6. Analyst Recommendation & Conclusion
CHAPTER 5. GLOBAL LOW GLYCEMIC INDEX RICE MARKET SIZE & FORECASTS BY VARIETY, 2022-2032
5.1. Segment Dashboard
5.2. Global Low GI Rice Market: By Variety Revenue Trend Analysis, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million)
5.2.1. Basmati
5.2.2. Jasmine
5.2.3. Brown
5.2.4. Branded
CHAPTER 6. GLOBAL LOW GLYCEMIC INDEX RICE MARKET SIZE & FORECASTS BY APPLICATION, 2022-2032
6.1. Segment Dashboard
6.2. Global Low GI Rice Market: By Application Revenue Trend Analysis, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million)
6.2.1. Diabetes Management
6.2.2. Weight Management
6.2.3. Sports Nutrition
6.2.4. General Health and Wellness
CHAPTER 7. GLOBAL LOW GLYCEMIC INDEX RICE MARKET SIZE & FORECASTS BY PACKAGING, 2022-2032
7.1. Segment Dashboard
7.2. Global Low GI Rice Market: By Packaging Revenue Trend Analysis, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million)
7.2.1. Bulk
7.2.2. Branded
7.2.3. Retail
CHAPTER 8. GLOBAL LOW GLYCEMIC INDEX RICE MARKET SIZE & FORECASTS BY CONSUMER GROUP, 2022-2032
8.1. Segment Dashboard
8.2. Global Low GI Rice Market: By Consumer Group Revenue Trend Analysis, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million)
8.2.1. Diabetics
8.2.2. Pre-diabetics
8.2.3. Health-conscious Consumers
8.2.4. Fitness Enthusiasts
CHAPTER 9. GLOBAL LOW GLYCEMIC INDEX RICE MARKET SIZE & FORECASTS BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, 2022-2032
9.1. Segment Dashboard
9.2. Global Low GI Rice Market: By Distribution Channel Revenue Trend Analysis, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million)
9.2.1. Supermarkets/Hypermarkets
9.2.2. Online Retailers
9.2.3. Health Food Stores
9.2.4. Pharmacies
CHAPTER 10. GLOBAL LOW GLYCEMIC INDEX RICE MARKET SIZE & FORECASTS BY REGION, 2022-2032
10.1. North America
10.1.1. U.S.
10.1.2. Canada
10.1.3. Mexico
10.2. Europe
10.2.1. Germany
10.2.2. U.K.
10.2.3. France
10.2.4. Spain
10.2.5. Italy
10.3. Asia Pacific
10.3.1. China
10.3.2. India
10.3.3. Japan
10.3.4. Australia
10.4. South America
10.4.1. Brazil
10.4.2. Argentina
10.5. Middle East & Africa
10.5.1. UAE
10.5.2. South Africa
CHAPTER 11. COMPETITIVE INTELLIGENCE
11.1. Key Company SWOT Analysis
11.1.1. Ricegrowers Limited
11.1.2. Nestiva
11.1.3. Sugar Watchers Low GI Staples
11.2. Top Market Strategies
11.3. Company Profiles
11.3.1. Ricegrowers Limited
11.3.2. Nestiva
11.3.3. Chaman Lal Setia Exports Ltd.
11.3.4. SDLG Radiant Pvt. Ltd.
11.3.5. Sugar Watchers Low GI Staples
11.3.6. Parish Rice
11.3.7. First Choice Food Products Pvt Ltd.
11.3.8. The Little Rice Company
11.3.9. Siam Lotus
11.3.10. Cahokia
11.3.11. LT Foods Limited
11.3.12. Kohinoor Foods Limited
11.3.13. Tilda Ltd
11.3.14. Sunstar Organics
11.3.15. Daawat
CHAPTER 12. RESEARCH PROCESS
12.1. Research Process
12.1.1. Data Mining
12.1.2. Analysis
12.1.3. Market Estimation
12.1.4. Validation
12.1.5. Publishing
12.2. Research Attributes
12. LIST OF TABLES
TABLE 1. Global Low GI Rice Market, Report Scope
TABLE 2. Global Low GI Rice Market Estimates & Forecasts by Region, 2022-2032 (USD Million)
TABLE 3. Global Low GI Rice Market Estimates & Forecasts by Variety, 2022-2032 (USD Million)
TABLE 4. Global Low GI Rice Market Estimates & Forecasts by Application, 2022-2032 (USD Million)
TABLE 5. Global Low GI Rice Market Estimates & Forecasts by Packaging, 2022-2032 (USD Million)
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This list is not complete, final report does contain more than 100 tables. The list may be updated in the final deliverable.
12. LIST OF FIGURES
FIG 1. Global Low GI Rice Market, Research Methodology
FIG 2. Global Low GI Rice Market, Market Estimation Techniques
FIG 3. Global Market Size Estimates & Forecast Methods
FIG 4. Global Low GI Rice Market, Key Trends 2023
FIG 5. Global Low GI Rice Market, Growth Prospects 2022-2032
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This list is not complete, final report does contain more than 50 figures. The list may be updated in the final deliverable.
1.1. Global Low GI Rice Market Size & Forecast, 2022-2032
1.2. Regional Summary
1.3. Segmental Summary
1.3.1. By Variety
1.3.2. By Application
1.3.3. By Packaging
1.3.4. By Consumer Group
1.3.5. By Distribution Channel
1.4. Key Trends
1.5. Recession Impact Analysis
1.6. Analyst Recommendation & Conclusion
CHAPTER 2. GLOBAL LOW GLYCEMIC INDEX RICE MARKET DEFINITION AND RESEARCH ASSUMPTIONS
2.1. Research Objective
2.2. Market Definition
2.3. Research Assumptions
2.4. Estimation Methodology
2.5. Years Considered for the Study
2.6. Currency Conversion Rates
CHAPTER 3. GLOBAL LOW GLYCEMIC INDEX RICE MARKET DYNAMICS
3.1. Market Drivers
3.1.1. Rising Prevalence of Diabetes and Chronic Diseases
3.1.2. Increasing Demand for Health-Conscious Diets
3.1.3. Technological Advancements in Rice Production
3.2. Market Challenges
3.2.1. High Production Costs of Low GI Rice
3.2.2. Limited Consumer Awareness in Emerging Markets
3.3. Market Opportunities
3.3.1. Growing Adoption of E-commerce Platforms for Specialty Foods
3.3.2. Increased Investments in Low GI Rice Farming Techniques
CHAPTER 4. GLOBAL LOW GLYCEMIC INDEX RICE MARKET INDUSTRY ANALYSIS
4.1. Porter’s 5 Force 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
4.2. PESTEL Analysis
4.2.1. Political
4.2.2. Economical
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. Industry Expert Perspectives
4.6. Analyst Recommendation & Conclusion
CHAPTER 5. GLOBAL LOW GLYCEMIC INDEX RICE MARKET SIZE & FORECASTS BY VARIETY, 2022-2032
5.1. Segment Dashboard
5.2. Global Low GI Rice Market: By Variety Revenue Trend Analysis, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million)
5.2.1. Basmati
5.2.2. Jasmine
5.2.3. Brown
5.2.4. Branded
CHAPTER 6. GLOBAL LOW GLYCEMIC INDEX RICE MARKET SIZE & FORECASTS BY APPLICATION, 2022-2032
6.1. Segment Dashboard
6.2. Global Low GI Rice Market: By Application Revenue Trend Analysis, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million)
6.2.1. Diabetes Management
6.2.2. Weight Management
6.2.3. Sports Nutrition
6.2.4. General Health and Wellness
CHAPTER 7. GLOBAL LOW GLYCEMIC INDEX RICE MARKET SIZE & FORECASTS BY PACKAGING, 2022-2032
7.1. Segment Dashboard
7.2. Global Low GI Rice Market: By Packaging Revenue Trend Analysis, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million)
7.2.1. Bulk
7.2.2. Branded
7.2.3. Retail
CHAPTER 8. GLOBAL LOW GLYCEMIC INDEX RICE MARKET SIZE & FORECASTS BY CONSUMER GROUP, 2022-2032
8.1. Segment Dashboard
8.2. Global Low GI Rice Market: By Consumer Group Revenue Trend Analysis, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million)
8.2.1. Diabetics
8.2.2. Pre-diabetics
8.2.3. Health-conscious Consumers
8.2.4. Fitness Enthusiasts
CHAPTER 9. GLOBAL LOW GLYCEMIC INDEX RICE MARKET SIZE & FORECASTS BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, 2022-2032
9.1. Segment Dashboard
9.2. Global Low GI Rice Market: By Distribution Channel Revenue Trend Analysis, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million)
9.2.1. Supermarkets/Hypermarkets
9.2.2. Online Retailers
9.2.3. Health Food Stores
9.2.4. Pharmacies
CHAPTER 10. GLOBAL LOW GLYCEMIC INDEX RICE MARKET SIZE & FORECASTS BY REGION, 2022-2032
10.1. North America
10.1.1. U.S.
10.1.2. Canada
10.1.3. Mexico
10.2. Europe
10.2.1. Germany
10.2.2. U.K.
10.2.3. France
10.2.4. Spain
10.2.5. Italy
10.3. Asia Pacific
10.3.1. China
10.3.2. India
10.3.3. Japan
10.3.4. Australia
10.4. South America
10.4.1. Brazil
10.4.2. Argentina
10.5. Middle East & Africa
10.5.1. UAE
10.5.2. South Africa
CHAPTER 11. COMPETITIVE INTELLIGENCE
11.1. Key Company SWOT Analysis
11.1.1. Ricegrowers Limited
11.1.2. Nestiva
11.1.3. Sugar Watchers Low GI Staples
11.2. Top Market Strategies
11.3. Company Profiles
11.3.1. Ricegrowers Limited
11.3.2. Nestiva
11.3.3. Chaman Lal Setia Exports Ltd.
11.3.4. SDLG Radiant Pvt. Ltd.
11.3.5. Sugar Watchers Low GI Staples
11.3.6. Parish Rice
11.3.7. First Choice Food Products Pvt Ltd.
11.3.8. The Little Rice Company
11.3.9. Siam Lotus
11.3.10. Cahokia
11.3.11. LT Foods Limited
11.3.12. Kohinoor Foods Limited
11.3.13. Tilda Ltd
11.3.14. Sunstar Organics
11.3.15. Daawat
CHAPTER 12. RESEARCH PROCESS
12.1. Research Process
12.1.1. Data Mining
12.1.2. Analysis
12.1.3. Market Estimation
12.1.4. Validation
12.1.5. Publishing
12.2. Research Attributes
12. LIST OF TABLES
TABLE 1. Global Low GI Rice Market, Report Scope
TABLE 2. Global Low GI Rice Market Estimates & Forecasts by Region, 2022-2032 (USD Million)
TABLE 3. Global Low GI Rice Market Estimates & Forecasts by Variety, 2022-2032 (USD Million)
TABLE 4. Global Low GI Rice Market Estimates & Forecasts by Application, 2022-2032 (USD Million)
TABLE 5. Global Low GI Rice Market Estimates & Forecasts by Packaging, 2022-2032 (USD Million)
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This list is not complete, final report does contain more than 100 tables. The list may be updated in the final deliverable.
12. LIST OF FIGURES
FIG 1. Global Low GI Rice Market, Research Methodology
FIG 2. Global Low GI Rice Market, Market Estimation Techniques
FIG 3. Global Market Size Estimates & Forecast Methods
FIG 4. Global Low GI Rice Market, Key Trends 2023
FIG 5. Global Low GI Rice Market, Growth Prospects 2022-2032
...
This list is not complete, final report does contain more than 50 figures. The list may be updated in the final deliverable.