The American Bakers Association (ABA) has announced that Robb MacKie will step down as president and CEO at the end of 2022, after 17 years overseeing all aspects of ABA’s administration and operations, representing the interests of almost 800,000 skilled...
The global bakery ingredient specialist plans to merge the two digital platforms, increasing its capacity to host six times as many artisans with a personalised online store or mobile applications.
The decision to prohibit terminology such as ‘veggie biltong’ and ‘plant-based meatballs’ in South Africa is polarising. Those working in the meat sector are ‘very pleased’, encouraging ‘swift and firm action’ against offenders. Plant-based stakeholders,...
Founded at the height of the financial crisis in 2008, the UK cake retailer is no stranger to unprecedented challenges – evident in its strong annual results, which saw online sales grow by 41%.
The runaway flour price – caused by the atrocious weather in North American wheat-growing areas in 2021, the Russian invasion of Ukraine and rising fuel costs – is expected to have a long-lasting impact on the bakery industry – meaning bakers need to...
Packaging data specialist Ecoveritas has issued a reminder to UK businesses to be prepared to submit their Plastic Packaging Tax (PPT) return before the end of July.
Green Spot Technologies – interviewed by BakeryandSnacks at the start of its journey in 2019 – was among the 61 standout startups selected by EIT Food to receive additional support and investment opportunities to accelerate their growth.
Food and Drink Federation (FDF) Scotland celebrated the success of its government-funded Reformulation for Health Programme – which, to date, has removed hundreds of millions of calories and tonnes of salt from the Scottish diet. However, as Scotland’s...
Research by innovation intelligence platform Vypr around the National Food Strategy revealed 83% of consumers believe there is a need for new or reformulated food products that are healthier, however, the appetite for so-called ‘unhealthy’ food remains.
Comedian Iain Stirling has partnered with the Kellogg’s snack brand to search for one lucky individual who will be transformed into a non-playable character (NPC) in a video game and be paid £20,000 for the privilege.
Japan’s leading potato chip producer is raising the prices of its popular snacks and cereals for the second time this year to bolster against runaway costs that are spiking at the fastest clip in years.
While some industry players are reining in spending to build-up reserves in case of a recession, General Mills is taking the opposite tack – choosing to double down on investments and explore acquisitions that could help it stay ahead of the competition...
Ireland today unveiled a new €1.5bn Agri-Climate Rural Environment Scheme that it says is ‘user friendly for farmers’ and will deliver ‘broader environmental and biodiversity benefits’. But the country’s farming union was warned it seems ‘likely to be...
The Pringles, Special K and Eggo maker is making a bold move to separate into three independent companies, spinning off its US, Canadian and Caribbean cereal and plant-based businesses, which collectively represented approximately 20% of its net sales...
Dr Schär USA’s Artisan Baker bread range has received kosher certification under the Orthodox Union (OU), validating the highest standards of kosher certification and food standards.
The Oreo, belVita and Lus biscuit producer has agreed to acquire organic energy bar maker Clif Bar & Company for $2.9bn, which will expand its global snack bar business to more than $1bn.
The UK bakery group’s FY2021 record results defied what was then considered one of the toughest markets in living history, and has continued to demonstrate ‘resilience and a strategic focus’ despite an even rougher environment this year.
Frito-Lay North America has signed up as a North American Regional Supporter for the 2022 FIFA World Cup, taking place in Qatar from 21 November until 18 December.
In the lead up to Father’s Day (19 June), India’s leading biscuit manufacturer is conducting a social experiment that delves into the conversations between fathers and their children, to give them a chance to communicate their unsaid emotions.
The UK’s Federation of Bakers (FoB) has published its 2022 Annual Report, which looks at the extraordinary challenges the bakery sector is currently facing, but also its role in helping it to provide continuity and food security at a price that all Brits...
Clif Bar & Company has gifted $1m to the University of Wisconsin-Madison to drive the advancement of organic agriculture through dedicated research and outreach programmes.
Mondelēz International has generated consistent growth across its portfolio of biscuits, chocolate, cakes, and pastries, and will keep its focus on these categories as the company navigates current economic volatility, says Mondelēz International CEO...
Japanese conglomerate Teijin Limited has forged a partnership with Spanish distributor Emilio Peña SA (EPSA) to sell the highly nutritious BARLEYmax, which punches in with 15x more dietary fibre than rolled barley.
Bimbo Bakeries USA (BBU) has released its 2021 Diversity, Equity & Belonging report, highlighting its successes over the past 10 years, and laying out goals for the next three.
A decade after bankruptcy, Hostess Brands is thriving under CEO Andy Callahan, who has prioritised innovation to turn the century-old maker of Twinkies, Ding Dongs and Donettes into a snacking powerhouse.
Thailand insect-based brand Cric-Co believes that there is a large potential market for insect-based snacks both within its home market and also in international ones, but it is vital that they are in formats that resonate with mainstream consumers.
Ukraine is producing enough crops, but Russia’s Black Sea blockade is severely limiting how much it can export, according to Ukraine’s Deputy Minister for Economic Development, Trade and Agriculture. Is there a workaround?
Food and Drink Federation (FDF) UK has published a cross-government approach to ensure the sector continues to deliver consumer choice, affordability and tangible gains for the economy, while FDF Scotland applauds the sector's steps towards health.
The price of Cereals and Bakery Products jumped 11.6% year-over-year, marking the biggest jump since July of 1981, likely impacted by the soaring prices of fats and oils, up 16.9% compared to a year ago, with butter and margarine up 20.2%.
The consumption of fortified infant cereals could help reduce the burden of iron-deficiency anaemia on Indonesian infants and young children, and have longer-term economic, health and social benefits, according to a study funded by Nestlé Infant Nutrition...
There is widespread confusion among people of all ages about which foods do and do not count towards your 5-a-day or provide certain nutrients, including fibre and protein, reveals a survey conducted by the British Nutrition Foundation.
There’s swag galore up for grabs, including $50,000 and a year’s supply of Entenmann’s Donuts, and a bespoke cake and cake consultation from My Baker; Mr Kipling’s exceedingly good cakes launch in the US; and GoGo squeeZ gives kids the fuel they need...
The Real Bread Campaign is questioning the use of wholemeal in a number ‘half and half’ product names and the marketing by several leading UK bread manufacturers and retailers.
Mondelēz International has published its 2021 Snacking Made Right Report, which confirms global progress against ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) goals, including a strong contribution from the UK.
The Mexican bakery giant has marked the 10th anniversary of its factory and fleet automation initiative with the announcement of further upgrades and investments.
Several snack producers have stepped up to celebrate and support the LGBTQ+ community; numerous are hitching their ride on the fast-moving plant-based bandwagon; Bridor is showcasing its skills with exquisite croissants; and Kellogg’s Cheez-Its is conjuring...
AB Mauri UK & Ireland has announced four new appointments to drive its strategy to expand its delivery of industry leading technical solutions beyond the bakery sector.
US retail data science, insights and media company 84.51° polled shoppers about their buying intentions ahead of the 25th edition of Sweets & Snacks Expo, held in Chicago in late May.
Have food products’ nutritional profiles been negatively impacted by the substitution of sunflower oil – currently in short supply – for coconut and palm oil?
The energy at the McCormick Place Convention Center in Chicago, US, was at an all-time high in late May, thanks to nearly 700 exhibitors showcasing the foremost innovations across 4.5 acres to the more than 16,000 registered attendees.
AAK Foodservice has acquired ForA:Butter, a plant-based butter using aquafaba – the viscous liquid left over from cooking chickpeas – as an emulsifier to create what it claims is “the only plant-based butter with the performance skilled bakers expect."
