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General Mills expands Bridgerton tie-up as licensed brands drive growth in baking mixes
General Mills is broadening its Bridgerton-inspired baking portfolio with a Pillsbury Petite Blueberry Scone and returning Betty Crocker Bridgerton baking kits.
CMA fast-tracks AB Foods' Hovis acquisition to Phase 2 investigation
By bypassing the Phase 1 investigation, the CMA aims to expedite the process, benefiting both ABF and Hovis as they seek regulatory clearance for the acquisition.
Ajinomoto expands Atlr.72 brand with Solein-based mochi tart in Singapore
Japanese food manufacturer Ajinomoto Group has expanded its conscious food brand Atlr.72 with the launch of Mochelie, a mochi-filled almond tart made with Solein.
CMA flags competition concerns in Vandemoortele-Délifrance merger
This merger, formalised under a Share Purchase Agreement signed in June 2025, is now under scrutiny as the CMA prepares for a possible Phase 2 investigation.
The Original Baker expands production capacity with multi-million pound investment from Olidor Group
The Original Baker has announced a significant expansion at its North Malton, UK, facility, bolstered by a multi-million pound investment from Olidor Group.
Modern Baker secures £2.5m Series A funding to shake up ultra-processed foods
Modern Baker, an innovative UK-based start-up focused on redefining ultra-processed foods (UPFs), has successfully raised £2.5 million in Series A funding led by impact investor network Adjuvo.
Geary’s Bakery invests £36m in new sourdough factory
Geary’s Bakery, the family-run business behind Jason’s Sourdough, has unveiled a new £36 million custom-built bakery in Leicester, UK, to meet the rising nationwide demand for artisanal bread.
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