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TraceGains debuts networked intelligence solution

Amid product reformulations and continued supply chain disruption, new solution automatically flags impending ingredient shortages, potential safety recalls, and other risks.




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Emerson launches analytics software to automate utilities

Technology replaces error-prone manual record keeping and monitors energy and utilities parameters, improving efficiency and productivity.




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Thermo Fisher Scientific announces enhancements to food pathogen PCR system

Thermo Fisher Scientific has simplified the workflow for the SureTect PCR System, by introducing streamlined handling and fail-safe color-coded plates and reagents, to smart, intuitive software and instrumentation.




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State of the Industry 2021: Pretzels continue to crunch

The hard pretzel category grew steadily in the past year as consumers stuck at home continued to snack, although fortunes varied significantly from brand to brand. During the past year, consumer focus on cleaner labels and healthier ingredients has ramped up, while manufacturers have continued to experiment with a wider variety of flavors. Pretzel product and ingredient makers predict those trends will continue.




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Blue California launches clean-label food-grade whitening agents

Blue California has launched novel food-grade whitening agents as a clean-label alternative to replacing potential health risk white colorant titanium dioxide.




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Venus Wafers launches South Shore Puff Snacks brand

The new product joins the company's line of crackers, flatbreads, and other snack items.




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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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Ingredion launches clean-label texturizers in the U.S.

Made from citrus peels, the Fibertex CF line is designed to improve snack and bakery textures.




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ASB announces student team finalists in 2016 product competition

Student teams from Kansas, Massachusetts and New York are finalists in the American Society of Baking’s 2016 Product Development Competition.




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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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State of the Industry 2018: Breakfast focuses on flavor, health, convenience

New and different flavors, portions and sizes styled for families on the go, and a mix of healthier ingredients including more protein are front and center for manufacturers of frozen breakfast products like pancakes, waffles and French toast.




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Jack in the Box relaunches Spicy Chicken Strips, French Toast Sticks

Back by popular demand, these new offerings are available now for a limited time.




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IHOP launches an NFT: New French Toast

Brand also introduces a new All Day Everyday menu with additions meeting guests' cravings for both lighter and indulgent offerings.




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Sun & Swell Foods launches compostable packaging

Sun & Swell Foods, a Benefit Corporation and leading clean snack food company, has officially launched compostable packaging, making it one of the first snack companies in the US market to do so.




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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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Plastic pallets can help drive supply-chain speed, resiliency, and agility

A manager from Orbis weighs the benefits of opting for plastic rather than wood pallets.





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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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IHOP launches sweet and savory Pancake Tacos

After a successful debut of the IHOP “Choco-Pancake” at a local Houston location last summer, the brand is bringing Pancake Tacos to the table nationwide, a first in the family dining space.




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Arcadia Biosciences breaks into breakfast category with Pancake & Waffle Mixes, Single-Serve Quikcakes

Arcadia Biosciences, Inc. announced it is expanding its better-for-you, fiber-forward brand, GoodWheat, with the upcoming launch of GoodWheat Quikcakes and GoodWheat Pancake & Waffle Mixes.




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Kroger launches limited-edition Private Selection Harvest Apple products

The Kroger Co. has announced the launch of Harvest Apple, a new limited edition Private Selection line of products spicing up fall with a fresh new twist.




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Long Table reveals new branding and packaging design on National Pancake Day

The new packaging reflects the evolution of the growing food company and serves as a canvas to convey the values behind the brand.




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Magic the Gathering with a side of pancakes: IHOP releases-mana inspired flavors

Gamers and friends were invited to play atop Magic-themed playmats and taste-test the IHOP's new mana inspired pancake partnership, on the house.




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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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IHOP debuts Pancake of the Month Program

The first flavor in the Pancake of the Month lineup is Chocolate Strawberry, for Valentine's Day.




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IHOP to premiere Girl Scout Thin Mints Pancakes

The brand just announced that its March Pancake of the Month flavor, just in time for Girl Scout cookie season, will be Girl Scout Thin Mints Pancakes.




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IHOP debuts viral Pepsi Maple Syrup Cola in-restaurant plus April's Pancake of the Month

The brand is introducing new flavors across categories and dayparts, including April's pancake of the month and new Sonic the Hedgehog partnership.




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Heavenly Waffles releases yogurt waffle and pancake mix

High protein and added collagen make these waffles deceivingly nutritious, bringing indulgent flavor to healthy tables.




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IHOP launches new menu inspired by "IF" movie

IHOP’s limited-time only, IF-inspired menu is available at participating restaurants nationwide in the U.S. through June 16.




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Premier Nutrition launches protein pancake, waffle mix

Available in both Buttermilk and Original varieties, the pancake mixes have 15 grams of protein per serving and can be made by just adding water.




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Bob's Red Mill debuts signature pancake, waffle mixes

The company is debuting three just-add-water variations for homemade pancakes and waffles.




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Birch Benders launches refreshed packaging

Since its inception in 2011, Birch Benders has included nature-inspired packaging and pancake mixes made from simple ingredients.




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IHOP introduces Reese's Pieces Pancakes

The new stack includes four buttermilk pancakes filled with Reese's Pieces and topped with chocolate, Reese's peanut butter sauces, and whipped topping.




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D’Amelio Foods launches Be Happy Snacks Popcorn products

The line of gluten-free snacks features four sweet and savory flavor options.




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Be Happy Snacks dances into Walmart, Albertson's

The creator-founded popcorn brand is introducing new flavors and an all-expenses paid trip to Los Angeles.




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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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Bell Flavors & Fragrances to spotlight 'newstalgic,' health-forward menu at SupplySide West

Global flavors and fragrances company inspires industry to lean into flavor trends at upcoming show in Las Vegas from October 23–27.




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World Macadamia Organisation launches in Singapore

The newly formed World Macadamia Organisation (WMO) has officially launched and incorporated in Singapore, with a mandate to drive demand by creating a greater understanding and appreciation of this understated wholefood. 




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Made-with-walnut snack products pack a crunch on show floors

A "best of" list of recently released walnut products, from the California Walnut Commission.




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Sweet Nothings, Rind Snacks launch Nut Butter Bites featuring Chewy Straw-Peary Dried Fruit

Sweet Nothings and RIND Snacks have launched limited-time flavor of its Nut Butter Bites featuring RIND’s Chewy Straw-Peary Dried Fruit.




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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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California Walnut Board launches D2C marketing campaign for the holidays

The ad campaign embraces tradition while showcasing the many flavorful ways to use walnuts beyond celebrated recipes.




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PTNPA advances international nut industry collaboration

The Peanut and Tree Nut Processors Association met with leaders in the Ivory Coast.




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Once Again acquires organic almond processor

The purchase allows Once Again to increase efficiencies and reduce environmental impact for its West Coast industrial customers seeking high-quality ingredients for baked goods, bars, and more.




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Cheez-It expands its line of snack crackers with two Extra Crunchy items

The Kellanova brand has added Bold Cheddar and Snap’d Sharp White Cheddar to its roster.




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Kellanova Away From Home announces convenience innovations for 2024

The snacks, now available in the C-Store channel, which were first announced at the 2023 NACS Show in Atlanta this October.




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Expo West announces Nexty Awards winners

The panel of judges was comprised of New Hope editors and analysts, alongside industry expert guest judges.




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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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Kii Naturals launches Fruit & Fire Snack Crisps

The crisps will be available in 4.94-oz. resealable bags at select retailers nationwide and online at Amazon starting June 15, with a SRP of $6.99–$8.99.




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Cheez-It, Hidden Ranch introduce ranch-flavored crackers

Cheez-It is answering the pleas of its ranch-obsessed fans with the new collaboration.