Today’s horizontal and vertical bagging equipment helps bakers and snack producers address food-safety concerns, improve operational efficiency and sanitation, and accommodate in-demand packaging, among other capabilities.
Oils and fats manufacturers continue to develop ingredients that help bakers and snack producers create healthier versions of the products consumers love.
According to the 2014 “Conscious Consumer” study from Gibbs-rbb Strategic Communications, Americans are willing to spend 31 percent more per week on groceries if those products are made in ways that align with their social and environmental values.
A renaissance is underway in the chip category. Consumer interest in natural foods and ancient grains is influencing the category and driving growth of multigrain chips.
Energy efficiency, food safety and the impact of government regulations are among the factors to consider when deciding to invest in cold storage units or use third-party providers.
Ingredient suppliers are stepping up to offer bakers and snack manufacturers a variety of sweeteners to match consumer preferences, from traditional sugar to modern formulations.