Today, the majority of European adults do not meet the recommended daily intake of dietary fibre. Worse still, more than half of the population largely overestimate their intake of dietary fibre, even though a consumer observatory run by the ingredient...
Olivier Goudet, CEO of JAB Holding – the European investment firm that owns the mega bakery-café chains – is bowing out after nearly 12 years of spearheading major deals in the F&B, coffee and pet care sectors.
Consumer research by Tate & Lyle reveals almost half of 18-34-year-olds across the UK and Europe tuck into a sweet or savoury baked treat daily. A third of consumers aged 34 and above are doing the same.
Peering, scratching, sniffing, tasting, debating - that was our job for the day and what the entries in the World Championship Scotch Pie Awards had to undergo during the judging process held in Dunfermline, Scotland, last week.
The world’s largest bakery manufacturer recently held its first Global Sustainability Summit at its head office in Mexico to review best practices, measure the progress of its Sustainability Strategy and devise plans for cooperative initiatives.
Over the past 12 years, the 200-year-old miller has orchestrated a million tonnes of wheat delivered by cargo ship into Kirkcaldy Harbour - the equivalent of removing 70,000 trucks off the road.
An industry-led coalition has been formed to help millers produce adequately fortified staples to tackle the nutrition crisis gripping the globe. Millers who join Millers for Nutrition and commit to improving the nutritional quality of their food will...
The global nutrition specialist has launched an enzyme solution that delivers longer-lasting softness, freshness and moistness perception over the shelf life of a sweet bakery treat.
The report - the third annual collab between the association and Media Energy - includes Fedima’s Annual Industry Update, with pieces on Front-of-Pack nutrition labelling, responsible sourcing and communication trends.
The Northern Ireland bakery - launched amidst COVID in 2020, but capitalising on a 50-year baking heritage - is creating 12 new jobs at its based near Magherafelt following a significant win to supply Tesco.
The bakery goods manufacturer has published a guide focused on four main challenges facing the bakery, café and foodservice industry right now: price inflation, staffing constraints, standing out and social responsibility.
With his ‘glass half full’ mentality, Eric Dell plans to use his years of experience on Capitol Hill to open the opportunities that working with congress has for the US bakery industry.
Kellogg’s, General Mills, Nestle USA and Kraft Heinz are seeking more than $110m in damages from US egg producers accused of artificially inflating prices.
Despite being approved by the FDA, potassium bromate, propylparaben, red 3 and brominated vegetable oil (BVO) used in breads, candy baked goods and cake decorating gels will be banned in California in 2027. Here's what you need to know
Two of the UK’s largest bakery manufacturers have joined the Federation of Bakers (FOB), the trade association representing the UK bread and bakery industry that offers professional services to members from advice in health & safety and technical...
A recent study by Kerry reveals 98% of consumers polled are actively trying to minimise food waste by switching to brands or products that offer better shelf life.
The world’s biggest bakery manufacturer has donated 2.8 million slices of bread to foodbanks across the world under its Bimbo Global Race (BGR) commitment, which this year saw 120,000 runners participate.
The UK Government backs the Superloaf entrepreneur to help tackle obesity problem; Equii expands its portfolio to allow consumers to have ‘the best of both worlds’; Sourhouse encourages home bakers ‘to sourdough’; Real Bread Campaign wants to put some...
New research by Compare the Market Australia has revealed that gluten-free products across seven prominent markets are more than triple the unit price of the original products on average.
The world’s largest baking company has racked up yet another accolade on the coveted list: as the best Mexican company in the world; in fourth spot within the global F&B category; and 113 overall out of the 750 companies analysed.
The UK speciality flour producer has appointed social media star, podcaster and author Elaine Boddy as its first ever brand ambassador to coincide with Sourdough September, the annual celebration of all things (authentically) sourdough, organised by Real...
One of Canada’s biggest commercial bakeries pleaded guilty for its role in a bread price-fixing scheme, was fined CA$50m - the highest on record - and has been placed on the government’s list of banned suppliers. But the reputational harm could be the...
The acquisition by private equity firm Roark Capital is one of the biggest acquisitions in fast food history, following Inspire Brands’ $11.3bn purchase of Dunkin’ in October 2020. Roark also owns Inspire.
Following a year of growth in 2022, the American arm of the global bakery café franchise has opened another 20 new outlets and finalised 66 new franchise agreements, with almost 50 cafés in various stages of construction.
Using the genomics concepts, a combination of instrumental-analytical techniques and sensory analyses, scientists have decoded the secrets of sourdough - which they believe can be used as ‘a kind of blueprint’ for the replication of sourdough breads in...
BeyondSKU CPG Accelerator has announced the five startups for its upcoming Fall ’23 track, including woman-owned Dam Good English Muffins that’s committed to revolutionising the English muffin market and Pinsa Love, which provides pizzeria-quality pizza...
The bio-based ingredients company - which is pioneering a proprietary upcycling process - has cut the ribbon on a new facility dedicated to the production of food-grade ingredient samples in compliance with FDA regulations.
The provider and controller of returnable transit packaging (RTP) equipment used extensively in the bakery industry has noticed a concerning uptick in delivery equipment like bread baskets sold online - illicitly.
The Sea & Flour Baking Company’s innovative tech to process sea plants so they can be blended with common grains and flours in the commercial baking process has been granted a patent.
An international team of researchers has unveiled the entire genome map of an ancient cereal crop called einkorn - the world’s first domesticated crop - which may pave a pathway to a sustainable and food secure future.
The independent UK bakery chain has opened a new bakery in Truro, with another five sites in development: in Canterbury, Salisbury, Harrogate, Norwich and Cheltenham.
The Mexican baking giant - the largest baking company in the world - is lending its might to help Zero Carb Company (ZCC) ramp up accessibility of its unique zero carb gluten-free breads.
The American Bakers Association (ABA) is partnering with the American Society of Baking (ASB) and Retail Bakers of America (RBA) to give bakers an even stronger voice with US Congress.
Britain’s largest bakery brand Warburtons has partnered with retail giant Morrisons to launch a ‘no questions asked’ campaign to give a little support to families throughout the school holidays.
While the closure of many high street retailers continues unabated, it’s been a busy year for Two Magpies, with the opening of two new Mini Magpie sites and the construction of a new central bakery, which will give it ‘so much more scope for upscaling...
The award-winning Northwest bakery is going back to the future by introducing the bread truck, once a commonplace and essential part of daily life across the UK.
The ingredients supplier has developed a concentrated mix that helps bakers to create a varied brioche portfolio, including traditional, plant-based or lower fat items, all featuring a soft, moist crumb and long-lasting freshness.
In partnership with Food Standards Scotland (FSS), Food and Drink Federation (FDF) Scotland has developed the Healthier Bakery Fund, which provides funding of up to £5,000 to support health reformulation of sweet and savoury bakery products. But to be...
Research by pastry and dough manufacturer BakeAway has revealed that Britain is a nation of bakers - with almost a third deeming themselves ‘experts’ - but there remains a marked lack of interest in taking it up as a profession.
Soaring energy and ingredient prices, the cost of living crisis, labour shortages and the UK Government’s HFSS regulations - the craft bakery sector has been bombarded with one challenge after another. However, Karen Dear, recently appointed CEO of the...