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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.
JM Smucker to close Indianapolis facility amid optimisation of sweet baked snacks segment
The JM Smucker Co has announced plans to close its manufacturing facility in Indianapolis, Indiana, US, amid efforts to optimise its sweet baked snacks segment.
Bob’s Red Mill launches Cinnamon Swirl Coffee Cake Mix
Bob’s Red Mill has introduced a new addition to its Signature Blends Baking Mixes line: Cinnamon Swirl Coffee Cake Mix.
Lallemand enters exclusive talks to acquire AIT Ingredients and Solyve from Moulins Soufflet
Lallemand has entered exclusive negotiations with Moulins Soufflet, a subsidiary of Groupe InVivo, to acquire two of its businesses: AIT Ingredients and Solyve.
DSM-Firmenich opens Baking Innovation Center in New Jersey, US
DSM-Firmenich has opened a new US baking innovation facility in Princeton, New Jersey, as part of a broader €700m investment to advance its global R&D capabilities.
Mrs Crimble’s expands gluten-free offerings with new Lemon Macaroons
Mrs Crimble’s, a player in the gluten-free cake sector and part of Ecotone UK, has launched its new Lemon Macaroons, tapping into the growing consumer demand for citrus flavours in the dessert market.
Bühler Group introduces OptiBake technology to enhance wafer production
Bühler Group has launched OptiBake, an inductively heated wafer oven designed to improve energy efficiency and production quality in the wafer industry.
Mr Kipling expands Signature collection into desserts with Hot Brownie Puddings
Premier Foods' UK cake brand Mr Kipling is expanding its premium Signature Collection range beyond the bakery aisle and into ambient desserts.
ABF confirms merger talks between Allied Bakeries and Hovis owner, Endless
Associated British Foods (ABF) has confirmed it is in discussions with private equity firm Endless LLP regarding a potential merger that could bring Kingsmill and Hovis, under the same ownership.
White Rabbit launches gluten-free biscotti and gnocchi
Gluten-free pizza company White Rabbit is expanding its prepare-at-home Italian range with a category-first biscotti launch and a new plain gnocchi.
Darigold adds new protein shakes to range
US farmer-owned dairy producer Darigold has launched a new line of protein shakes, available in chocolate and vanilla flavours.
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