Hot on the heels of the announcement that it is acquiring Hostess Brands, the JM Smucker Company said it is divesting the Seattle-based nut and trail mix producer under a focused ‘portfolio and resource optimisation’ plan to support continued growth.
The Mexican bakery giant has opened applications for the second round of its Bimbo Open Door Platform, designed to leverage the creativity of startups to boost its presence and competition within the global biscuit and energy bar sectors.
The public-private partnership is the first of its kind in Africa, bringing together the three F&B giants with Kenya’s Government and other partners to make life better for millions of the country’s emaciated children with a ready-to-drink ‘super...
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 home of snacking brands like Cookie Pop, Candy Pop, Cereal Pop and Pasta Snacks continues to support the Ryan Seacrest Foundation with a portion of sales from all bags sold at retail and e-commerce.
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 health watchdog has pointed a finger of blame at politicians for failing to reduce population salt intakes since 2014, the year the food industry was voluntarily encouraged to follow the Government’s previously successful salt reduction programme.
The founders of RXBar and Orgain have teamed up with the well-known ‘VitaminWater lawyer’ to launch Humble Growth, a founder-led growth equity investment firm focused on scaling up disruptive brands that empower consumers to lead healthier lives.
Milton’s Craft Bakers is the latest company to join hands with The Birthday Party Project, which strives to light up the lives of children experiencing homelessness, especially on that special day.
CoLab Tech is is designed to build a venture pipeline of early-stage snack brands focused on ideas that address tech-driven processes, sustainability and other priority areas for the Oreo maker.
Industry leaders take the podium to discuss the movement that is increasingly impacting all areas when it comes to creating stand out snacks, from trickier better-for-you formulations that do not compromise on indulgence, to simpler labels and being as...
Held biannually for the past 50+ years, Snackex is considered the ultimate event on the savoury snacks and nuts sector’s annual calendar to showcase new ideas and success stories, to catch up with other industry professionals and to learn from the experts.
The ‘Kraken’ - the world’s most advanced palm nut de-sheller; scaling up Madagascar’s spice and herb value chains to benefit poor households; and a disease-free potato strain to combat Africa’s potato shortage are among the winners of Generation Africa’s...
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...
Since 2011, the Special K, Coco Pops and Krave maker has reduced the sugar and salt content - 18% and 23%, respectively - across all its cereals, while increasing fibre by 20%. Furthermore, its children’s cereals have also seen sugar drop by 36%, salt...
The global bakery manufacturer has expanded its Pak Perfect Non-Sticky range with an groundbreaking icing that is patent-pending and delivers perfectly iced treats, even when packaged.
The world is currently fraught with uncertainties, ranging from economic and political instability to the ongoing threat of climate change and supply chain shortages. Along with the ever-present shadow of Covid-19, these factors are impacting people’s...
The UK bakery oils and fats supplier is the latest business to put its might behind the work of the foundation, pledging to host a series of charity events over the next three years to raise funds for the vital research undertaken by The Natasha Allergy...
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.
With 20% of serious allergic reactions to food happen while a child is at school, Just Love notes an increasing need for education within schools - among teaching staff, catering teams and pupils - to ensure ‘they are truly a fear-free, inclusive space...
Any manufacturer worth their (metal-free) salt knows that by installing metal detection systems, they are working their way steadily towards a safer, more productive environment. But what exactly does a metal detector do and how does it effectively protect...
Technological advancements have opened seemingly infinite possibilities for innovation within the snack and bakery industry. We’re in a new era of food manufacturing with the ability to create a more connected experience for consumers and more efficient...
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...
Earlier this year, Lidl GB reported sales of its Oaklands Funsize fruit range had increased by over a third since 2017 following the introduction of packaging design changes - including the use of quirky names and cartoon characters - to make it more...
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.
Despite huge strides made by UK cereal sector to reduce sugars, the health watchdog has found that many dressed up in child-appealing packaging still contain ‘excessive amounts’.
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 two, separated entities of the Battle Creek, Michigan-headquartered behemoth have unveiled their respective strategies, capital structures and financial outlooks ahead of the split during the fourth quarter of 2023.
ofi (olam food ingredients) has opened a herb processing facility in Egypt, culinary-centric Griffith Foods has renewed its contract as a Worldchefs Global Partner; and Univar Solutions and Kalsec have strengthened their collaboration in Europe.
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.
Applications are now open for EIT Food’s latest Proof of Concept Call, which aims to foster a positive impact on society through public engagement initiatives that enhance consumer trust, improve health outcomes and reduce the environmental impacts of...
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.
Following this disclosure in court filings, Patriot said it had taken voluntary corrective action to ensure Wahlburgers pickles currently on supermarket shelves were sodium benzoate-free.
The UK edible oils and fats supplier is seeking to expand its position in the bakery sector with a of a significant investment to double the output of recently-acquired Cardowan Creameries.
The global hotel behemoth has collaborated with black-owned, women-led, allergy-friendly disruptor Partake Foods to produce the new cookie to ensure that every guest can experience its unique welcome at check-in.
From pickled strawberries to black tahini and the complex heat of ethic spices, the subscription-based healthy snack producer contends that staying on top of flavour trends will be key in grabbing a piece of the $100bn action.
Texan pork rind snack producer Southern Recipe has launched its Annual Truck Driver Appreciation Week campaign by kicking off with a $7,500 donation to St. Christopher Truckers Relief Fund (SCF), with an additional $5,000 donation from Rudolph Foods.
Meeting climate targets starts at the ingredient level, so the Digiorno pizza maker has joined a growing group of food giants - including PepsiCo, Kellogg’s and General Mills - using their industry might to effect positive change throughout their supply...
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.
Millets are considered a superfood - being rich in minerals like calcium, potassium and zinc - and punted to help achieve the UN’s 2030 goal to end hunger everywhere. However, the cereals are also rich in dietary fibres, which have demonstrated to limit...
