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News & Analysis on the Bakery and Snacks Industries02-May-2025
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Bakery brands rise with the right supplier
Bakery brands rise with the right supplier
With supply chains under pressure, brands turn to distributors for smarter sourcing. From procurement to R&D, ingredient expertise streamlines operations and fuels innovation. Imagine if your distributor delivered more to enhance your process.... click here
TOP HEADLINES
Record Q1: Bimbo’s balancing act pays off
The Mexican bakery giant posted record Q1 sales by straddling a divided market - offsetting US softness with sharp growth in Latin America. From budget loaves to premium brioche, Bimbo is playing both ends to keep its global edge... Read more
Global reformulation snapshot: Who’s actually making bakery & snacks healthier
From soft sugar cuts to bold sodium slashes, the push to make baked goods and snacks better for us is heating up but progress depends on where you look... Read more
PROMOTIONAL FEATURE: TRACEGAINS
Trade and transparency: Why digital supplier management is key to supply chain success
Recent geopolitical uncertainty has sent shockwaves through the sector, affecting the entire supply chain and disrupting trade. Brands must adapt quickly, or risk falling behind.... Read more
Snack it like you mean it: Why every bite now sends a message
In 2025, what you snack on says as much about you as what you wear. Are brands ready for a world where snacks are personal statements, not just food?... Read more
Striking a balance: How food producers can thrive in the GLP-1 era
Consumers want to shed, gain or simply maintain weight. What does that mean for core food and drink categories - and is there still a place for permissible indulgence?... Read more
Labelled, fortified, but ‘not finished’: UK bakers react to new Bread & Flour rules
The UK’s Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) has issued long-awaited updates on the composition and labelling of flour and bread products - offering meaningful progress on clarity and public health, while also sparking debate about what’s still left out... Read more
Crossing into other categories? Co-branding may be an answer
Co-branded products expand both brands’ audiences, tap into new categories and promote aligned values... Read more
Can dough rise in an AI-driven, dye-free world?
The American Bakers Association (ABA) is all-in on resilience, reform and the rise of AI. Bakers aren’t backing down; they’re baking smarter... Read more
Indonesian start-up taps health and upcycling trends to modernise traditional pastries
Indonesian start-up Dapur Mempura is utilising food trends such as health and wellness as well as upcycled ingredients to modernise traditional local pastries.... Read more
 I snacked my way through Disney’s best bakeries: Here’s what I learned about culture and cookies
When most people head to Walt Disney World, they’re thinking roller coasters, princess parades and fireworks. I came for the snacks and ended up stumbling into one of the most thoughtfully crafted food ecosystems I’ve ever experienced... Watch now
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The dye is cast: Industry reacts to FDA’s food colour ban
The Trump Administration’s crackdown on artificial colours has manufacturers split: some gearing up for reformulation; others pushing back hard. Will industry cooperation or confrontation shape the future of food colour?... Read more
Who killed the cereal bowl? Breakfast isn’t what it used to be
Breakfast is undergoing a quiet revolution as traditional routines crumble under the weight of modern life. Is the classic bowl of cereal becoming a relic of the past?... Read more
ON-DEMAND WEBINARS
Regenerative Bites: Sustainable Farming for Snacks
Our expert panel will explore how bakery and snack producers can integrate regenerative practices into their supply chains to gain consumer trust and boost product quality.
29-Apr-2025
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Spotlight On - Mouthfeel Masterclass: Be the brand that’s always on the shopping list
Don’t miss this opportunity to discover the potential that mouthfeel has to offer and why it is key to making food and drink brands thrive.
15-Apr-2025
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Breaking the Rules: Deliciously Guilt Free
Join Blommer, Mintel, and Incredo as we explore the trends, drivers for growth in sugar reduction, and the innovative tools available to help your brand stand out in today’s competitive market.
25-Feb-2025
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Active Nutrition Summit 2025 | 23-25 June
Active Nutrition Summit 2025 | 23-25 June
Join us for the Active Nutrition Summit in Vienna! Hear from speakers representing ELITE SPORTS NUTRITION, DIRTEA, AVEA LIFE, TONIC HEALTH and more! Explore the full line-up in the Advance Programme →... click here
PREVIOUS HEADLINES
Food tech company achieves natural dye breakthrough with Ginkgo Bioworks’ help
The rush to replace synthetic food dyes will require innovative ingredients and investment in product development, with food technologies offering a solution to supply chain constraints... Read more
Industry hit by further calls to cut salt in obesity fight
Scientists push for cuts to salt levels in food as evidence uncovers increased obesity risk... Read more
Olivia Colman stars in new Warburtons advert
Oscar winning actor Olivia Colman stars in a new TV advert for bakery firm Warburtons.... Read more
Price and NPD drive Mondelēz revenues up but volume and profit slide
Mondelēz International has beaten expectations in its Q1 report, but volumes and profits are down... Read more
Speed and health combine to drive APAC’s convenience sector - in-depth analysis
From snacking to beverages and ready-to-cook goods, we reveal the key trends and innovations driving APAC’s booming convenience sector.... Read more
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