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News & Analysis on the Bakery and Snacks Industries

27-Feb-2024

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TOP HEADLINES

Is gluten-free still trending? Grupo Bimbo certainly thinks so

Only one in 20 Americans suffer from gluten intolerance, but an estimated 25% of the nation follows a gluten-free diet. Why is it so popular? And how is Grupo Bimbo doing in the space?... Read more

Great British Bake Offâs Jo Brand and Henry Bird go ape for cakes

The International Animal Rescue (IAR) is once again calling on bakers â both professionals and home enthusiasts â to bake a cake (or two or three) to save an ape. Hereâs how to join the two GBBO celebs in this important work.... Read more

âThe mindful snacking movement has just taken its first bite, with potential still ripeningâ

Conscientious consumers increasingly seeking out healthier, more sustainable snacks, which presents major opportunities for innovation. But what are these shifting consumer values?... Read more

Reformulating Ben & Jerryâs dairy-free: Why Unilever swapped out nuts and seeds for oats

Having experimented with almond and sunflower bases for Ben & Jerryâs vegan ice cream products, Unilever is changing tack.... Read more

Researchers strike gold in the search for a healthier potato chip

The discovery of what activates the gene that forces potatoes to convert starch into sugar when theyâre stored in cold storage is a significant leap forward for the savory snacks industry.... Read more

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EDITOR'S CHOICE

Pulling out all the stops to address the hottest topics in snacks

Industry veteran Martin Otto and founder of FUBU and star of Shark Tank Daymond John are among the SNX 2024 speakers who will focus on industry trends, how to make it in an increasingly crowded space, artificial intelligence, the regulatory landscape and most interestingly, the American consumer and the Ozempic effect.... Read more

Kerry expects social mediaâs audacious flavor combos to shape innovation in 2024

Researchers from the global taste and nutrition specialist annually conduct a deep dive into market and consumer trends using tech like artificial intelligence (AI), natural language processing (NLP) and social media to track the flavors predicted to influence product development in the year ahead.... Read more

UPCOMING EDITORIAL WEBINARS

Is clean label still trending?

Clean label today is the expectation, not the exception. Seen as a mark of good quality, one in three global consumers consider natural ingredients to be one of the most important aspects of healthier bakery and snack options. Artificial or chemical ingredients are the main...

28-Mar-2024

GLOBAL INDUSTRY NEWS

ICCO urges major rethink as cocoa futures hit another record high

Cocoa futures in London and New York rose to fresh record highs on trading platform ICE on Monday this week as increasing concern about supply shortages in Cote dâIvoire and Ghana, the world's top two producers, left buyers scrambling for beans from other countries and regions.... Read more

Stop the rot! Scientists find way to keep vegetables fresher for longer

Fighting food waste is one of the most impactful ways we can help to prevent climate change. Now researchers at the University of Bath say theyâve found a way of keeping veggies fresh all the way to our fork.... Read more

Just Love founder: No cake on the marketplace was safe for my kids to eat

In the February 2024 edition of the Food Manufacture podcast, hosts William Dodds and Bethan Grylls speak to the founder of inclusive bakery Just Love Food Company.... Listen now

Pushing past pricing: Nestle targets premium and healthy ageing innovations to boost performance

Global food and beverage giant Nestle has its eye on expanding its premium and healthy ageing product portfolios as it seeks to return to ânormalisedâ growth.... Read more

How can slurry and silage management improve milk yield, reduce on-farm emissions?

Dairy farmers in the northern hemisphere should start thinking about managing this yearâs silage in order to reduce input costs and improve their farmâs environmental footprint, a dairy consultant has said.... Read more

Studies show gut microbiome influences ovarian aging

Mounting evidence suggests a bidirectional relationship between the gut and ovarian aging, according to Chinese researchers who reviewed studies linking the gut microbiota to ovarian function.... Read more

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