BakeryAndSnacks

Got a groundbreaking food tech innovation? William Reed Ltd’s #GlobalFoodTechAwards 2025 regional heats are heating up, and the #Americas heat is officially open for entries. We’re looking for trailblazers in #sustainability, cuttingedge #technology, and bold #ideas that are shaping the future of #food. This is your chance to shine on a global stage. Finalists will be announced in San Francisco, the hub of innovation, and featured by FoodNavigator – giving your ideas the spotlight they deserve. Finalists will be announced at #FutureFoodTech in San Francisco (13-14 March) and featured by #FoodNavigator – giving your ideas the spotlight they deserve. This is your chance to shine on the global stage. Don't miss your moment to make an impact. Deadline to enter is 28 February. And it doesn’t stop here – EMEA heats open in March, followed by APAC heats in August. https://lnkd.in/e-t7mS_X #FoodTech #Innovation #GlobalFoodTechAwards #FutureOfFood #AmericasHeat #Sustainability #FoodNavigator

#Privatelabels have evolved from #budget alternatives to industry powerhouses, driving #innovation and #consumer #loyalty. In today’s economy, they’re more than just cost-savers—they’re market disruptors offering quality, value, and distinction. The bakery and snack sectors are prime for this transformation. From premium #sourdoughs to #artisanal #snacks, private labels are rewriting what consumers expect. With higher margins, flexibility, and direct retailer collaboration, bakery and snack brands have an unparalleled opportunity to thrive in this space. https://lnkd.in/e_r3CCZj

#Malnutrition impacts millions, #climatechange threatens harvests and unsustainable practices degrade ecosystems. The #foodindustry is facing an urgent crisis – but you could be the gamechanger we need. The #SeedingTheFutureGlobalFoodSystemChallenge is back, offering $1 million in funding to bold thinkers transforming global food systems. From #biofortified porridges in Zambia to #regenerativefarming in India, last year’s winners proved that innovative ideas can have real-world impact. Could your vision reshape the future of food? Applications close 6 January 2025 – this is your chance to turn ambition into action. https://lnkd.in/eS6mVX8K #Innovation #Sustainability #GlobalFoodSystems #NutritionCrisis

The #EU’s #Packaging and #PackagingWaste #Regulation (#PPWR) is set to reshape the way #bakeries approach sustainability, with tight deadlines and big ambitions. Think #circulareconomy, #recyclable materials and harmonised #labels – all while safeguarding #foodsafety. @Fedima’s new Vision Paper is the roadmap bakery businesses need to navigate these changes. https://lnkd.in/e-sWSJrg #Sustainability #BakeryIndustry #PPWR #CircularEconomy

#Privatelabels have evolved from #budget alternatives to industry powerhouses, driving #innovation and #consumer #loyalty. In today’s economy, they’re more than just cost-savers—they’re market disruptors offering quality, value, and distinction. The bakery and snack sectors are prime for this transformation. From premium #sourdoughs to #artisanal #snacks, private labels are rewriting what consumers expect. With higher margins, flexibility, and direct retailer collaboration, bakery and snack brands have an unparalleled opportunity to thrive in this space. https://lnkd.in/e_r3CCZj

As #festive cheer fills the air, so too do the shelves of #UKretailers with bold, eye-catching #American #snacks. But beneath the vibrant packaging lies a growing concern: are these trending treats meeting UK #safety standards? With #socialmedia driving the demand for indulgent #candyhauls, authorities are sounding alarms. Recent inspections have revealed worrying trends, with thousands of products seized for containing unauthorized ingredients like #syntheticdyes, #preservatives and #additives that fail to comply with UK #regulations. https://lnkd.in/ePPwjpHV

The #bakery industry is abuzz with news of a high-stakes legal battle. GrupoBimbo, the world's largest bakery company, has filed a CAD $2 billion counterclaim against Maple Leaf Foods Inc, alleging misrepresentation during the 2014 sale of Canada Bread Company, Limited. The #lawsuit centres on allegations of fraudulent and negligent misrepresentation tied to a bread price-fixing scandal. With billions at stake and reputations on the line, this #legal showdown is poised to redefine dynamics in the #Canadian food industry. https://lnkd.in/e77_kgy8

Bread Wars: Legal battle heats up The #Canadian #breadpricefixing #scandal just took a dramatic turn as @MapleLeafFoods and @GrupoBimbo’s @CanadaBread lock horns in #court. With #defamation #lawsuits, #counterclaims and #classactions piling up, the fallout from the alleged 14-year scheme is reshaping how companies navigate accountability and competition law. What’s at stake? Reputation, trust, and potentially billions in damages. For the food industry, this is a cautionary tale on the true cost of cutting corners. #LegalBattle #FoodIndustry #CorporateAccountability #PriceFixing #Leadership https://lnkd.in/en9dxu7R

What if #chocolate could be more than a treat: that it could transport you through time and memory? UK brand GNAW Chocolate is flipping the chocolate game on its head with daring, nostalgia-infused #flavours like Sticky Toffee Pudding and Raspberry Mojito, all while championing #sustainability with solar-powered production and compostable packaging. This isn’t just chocolate – it’s an experience. #ChocolateInnovation #Sustainability #FoodTrends2024 https://lnkd.in/eKdG4p_R

What’s next for #bakeries? The @AmericanBakersAssociation’s 2024 #BakeryPlaybooks reveal the trends shaping how consumers #shop, #eat and enjoy #bakedgoods. From the power of variety driving repeat purchases to #Millennials leading the charge on #tortillas and #savourypastries, there are exciting opportunities for growth. Seasonal #flavoirs, like pumpkin and cinnamon, remain a huge draw, while #socialmedia is creating viral moments that bakeries can leverage for success. Sponsored by @Puratos and compiled by @210Analytics, this inaugural playbook is packed with insights to help bakeries thrive in a changing market. https://lnkd.in/euU5ypXA