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Barry Callebaut debuts ‘second generation of chocolate’ with a focus on flavor

The Swiss manufacturer has introduced two products developed under the Cocoa Cultivation & Craft principle, which aims to coax out the nuances of flavor during the cultivation, fermentation, and roasting processes.





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Barry Callebaut guide outlines consumer cookie trends

According to the report, consumers are hungry for cookies with innovative flavors and appealing appearance.




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Chocolate offers snack and bakery producers innovation opportunities

Snack and bakery producers innovate in ways that fulfill consumers’ interest in healthy indulgence.




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ECD BakeWATCH to showcase new cake, bread sensor designs at IBIE

Show attendees to get first-hand look at CakeOMETER for cake-baking precision, BreadOMETER's enhanced durability design, and pre-launch version of reimagined baking profiler and software.




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MECATHERM, ABI to launch bakery, sweet goods solutions at IBIE

From vertical ovens to flexible production lines, MECATHERM will showcase its solutions to address current industry challenges regarding product quality, industrial performance, and sustainability.




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Key performance indicators in the snack and bakery industry

An interview with KPM Analytics on key performance indicator (KPI) solutions.




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Cybake launches ISB management, planning system for in-store U.S. bakeries

Cybake bakery software has announced the introduction of its solution for retail in-store bakeries, Cybake ISB, to the market in the United States.




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IBIE 2022 round-up: baking industry showcases equipment, ingredients, new products

Held in Las Vegas every three years, the International Bakery Industry Exposition (IBIE) gathers the baking community to fuel the next generation of bakers, promote economic growth, and educate and advance the future of baking together.




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Distribution strategies for snack and bakery companies

Direct store delivery, third-party logistics often popular with snack manufacturers.




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Automating the supply chain to backfill ingredient shortages

How to best handle supply chain shortages.




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Remote technology connects snack and bakery equipment with expertise

With remote monitoring solutions, technical help is never far away.




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Cybake bakery software integrates with REKKI restaurant app

The partnership seeks to simplify and streamline restaurant orders of breads and other bakery goods.




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Direct-store delivery technologies assist snack, bakery companies

Direct-store delivery can help snack, bakery manufacturers get their products into end-users’ hands faster.




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Videojet introduces 3350 Series lasers for marking on flexible film bags, pouches

In addition to marking on glass and hard plastics, the lasers can deliver high-resolution, permanent codes on flexible film, foil, labels, paperboard, and other packaging.




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State of the Industry 2021: Puffed and extruded snacks go back to basics

Puffed and extruded snacks have been a staple in pantries for many years. Recently, however, manufacturers have been upping their game, using clean-label ingredients and a variety of different flavors to attract new consumers to the category.




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That’s It named 2022’s fastest-growing nutrition bar brand

The company is best known for its fruit-based bars, each containing just two ingredients.




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Bobo's launches line of protein bars

The company's new protein bars are made with real nut butter, honey, and dates.




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Lenny & Larry reveals new Complete KickStart Bar flavor

The new Banana Chocolate Chip flavor features a subtle banana bread flavor with chocolate chips.




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LesserEvil debuts Space Balls and Cosmic Rings

LesserEvil has unveiled two new better-for-you products: Space Balls, available in Interstellar Cheddar and Cinnamon Sugar Stardust, and Cosmic Rings, available in Cosmic Cheddar and Berry Blast.




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Snack and bakery producers want clean-label enzymes and emulsifiers

Processing aides are ingredients typically used in small quantities, but they can have a big impact on the functional properties in snack and bakery products. Emulsifiers and enzymes are two examples of such ingredients. 




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Farm Rich premium bakery line

This holiday season, Farm Rich is baking up a whole new line of premium breakfast and snack items as part of its Farm Rich Bakery introduction.




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State of the Industry 2017: Frozen breakfast foods balance health and indulgence

The frozen breakfast food category, including waffles, pancakes and French toast, has seen relatively flat growth overall during the past year—but with pockets of positive sales data pointing toward new opportunities.




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Kansas City Chiefs "go nuts" over compostable peanut bag

Football season is in full swing and the Kansas City Chiefs are going the extra yard by scoring a major victory for the environment.




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Lundberg Family Farms Baked Grain Bites

Baked Grain Bites is a light, airy, and great-tasting snack made from brown rice, sorghum and amaranth.




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Blends by Orly gluten-free baking mixes

Blends by Orly recently unveiled a new packaging design for its blends.




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Third-party logistics helps streamline snack and bakery distribution

Third-party logistics (3PL) can be useful when snack and bakery companies need to outsource logistics and distribution needs.




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Recent challenges provide opportunity for bakery delivery fleets to expand knowledge

If there’s one thing the last few months have shown us, it’s that business-as-usual can be uprooted without warning.




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Snack and bakery companies look for new, efficient fleets

Efficient fleet management is vital to the success of any snack and bakery business controlling its own distribution. These days, companies often look for fleets that have newer technology, or that are more energy-efficient, in order to improve their overall bottom line.




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Advanced warehouse software solution for snack and bakery operations

Warehouse management software (WMS) and other software and technology solutions for snack and bakery operations.




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Cloud kitchen bakery opportunities

Cloud kitchens, also known as ghost kitchens, present an emerging market opportunity for the baking industry. Multiple segments that intersect with baking show potential, including direct-to-consumer bakery click-and-collect or delivery of fresh breads, sweet goods, desserts, and novel concepts like automated dessert carry-out via vending




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Food safety software in the snack and bakery industry: Changes and updates

Every facility needs a food safety plan, and that includes food safety software related to traceability. This software will come in handy whenever a company needs to trace a certain ingredient or product, due to recalls or other reasons.




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Snack and bakery facilities search for best air handling equipment

Now more than ever, in the midst of a global pandemic, it is imperative for companies to have stringent maintenance and sanitation protocols, prioritizing employee safety. Luckily, many companies are upping their game, and even installing new maintenance and employee relief areas.




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Warehouse software challenges for snack and bakery companies

Warehouse software is important for snack and bakery companies, in order to keep track of the comings and goings of products inside their warehouses.




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Traceability software for snack and bakery companies

Traceability is an important facet of warehouses, especially for snack and bakery companies.




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Automated technology can help increase efficiency in snack and bakery warehouses

Snack food and wholesale bakery companies are building varying levels of automation in their warehouse shipping and receiving areas, ranging from forklifts to autonomous vehicles, to traceability software and more, all in an effort to make their operations more efficient, effective, safer, and more profitable.




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Snack and bakery logistics increasingly inviting automation and robotics

Picking robots, automated storage and retrieval, and software that predicts future demand are among a host of technology, equipment and strategic changes that snack food and wholesale bakery companies are undertaking in their warehousing and logistics functions.




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The Invisible Chef to launch baking mixes at Winter Fancy Food Show

Jill McCauley and Terry Howard, the founders of The Invisible Chef, are expanding their baking mix collection with the launch of new Baking Kits at the Winter Fancy Food Show in Las Vegas.




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Be Happy Snacks launches single-serve bags

The popcorn brand created by the "First Family of TikTok" continues the summer fun with new single-serve size and exciting theme park giveaway.




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Batory Foods acquires ingredients distributor, logistics provider Tri-State Cos.

Acquisition enhances Batory Foods’ logistical efficiency with the addition of strategically located cold storage warehouse.




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Domino Sugar predicts 2024 baking trends

Domino Sugar is sharing an inside look into the hottest 2024 baking trends.




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In quarantine, the role of snack and granola bars is shifting

Through the years, an overall shift toward clean eating has generally benefited the snack and granola bars market, encouraging consumers to reach for bars instead of candy, cake, cookies, and other snacks.




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OFI: Nut inclusions offer snack and bakery producers ‘playground of possibilities’

A leader from Olam Food Ingredients shares tips for incorporating nuts into recipes.




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Snack and bakery recipes crack into benefits of walnuts

A rep from the California Walnut Board talks up their nutritional benefits and flexibility.




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The Drinks Bakery to showcase Drinks Biscuits range at Summer Fancy Food Show

The Drinks Bakery creates savory shortbread "Drinks Biscuits" that are flavor-profiled to match drinks from around the world such as craft beer, fine wines, whisky, bourbon, and gin.




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Goldfish returns Old Bay crackers to shelves for LTO

The Old Bay Seasoned Crackers are back on store shelves now but only for a limited time, and will retail for $3.69 per 6.1-oz. bag.




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raincoast crisps brings back LTO pumpkin spice crackers

The artisan crisps reportedly blend flavors of pumpkin, cinnamon, and nutmeg together with a crunch.




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Nutritional ingredients for healthy snacks and baked goods

For over 500 years, we’ve been looking for the fountain of youth—that magical restorative water that will make us look and feel younger. While the fountain has yet to be discovered, we can find some solace in knowing that many of the foods we eat are becoming healthier for us.




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Top trends influencing global cuisines

Flavorchem reveals top trends influencing global cuisine that inspired the launch of its latest collection.




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Embassy Ingredients Ltd. forecasts bakery trends to watch for in 2023

Consumers have an increasing desire for complex and nuanced flavors, all while keeping comfort and familiarity in their baked goods.




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Consumers ready to try new bakery and snack flavors and colors

Producers that deliver a combination of the new and familiar will likely pique buyer interest.