U.S. private label industry reaches $282.8B in 2025 sales PLMA releases year-end data as the industry celebrates Store Brand Month. January 20, 2026 Store brand dollar sales increased nearly three times the rate of national brands, climbing 3.3%.Read More
Post Consumer Brands to lay off 71 from cereal facility Discharges at the Battle Creek, MI plant started on January 8. SF&WB Staff January 20, 2026 The company, which filed a WARN Act notice with the state on Oct. 31, said the layoffs were to occur during a two-week period starting Jan. 8.Read More
Venchi blends tradition with Italian indulgence Launched with one product in 1878, the Italian chocolatier now offers hundreds of items. Bailee Henderson January 20, 2026 Starting humbly with just one small shop and product, the company now offers scores of treats to customers around the globe.Read More
Cinnabon rolls out sweet bakery innovations year-round The chain fuels consumer cravings around the holidays and throughout the year. Jenni Spinner January 19, 2026 Still best known for its decadent cinnamon rolls, the company has forged partnerships with other brands and made it onto retail shelves.Read More
Health, indulgence rank among trends to watch: Cargill An expert from the food solutions firm shares insights from recent consumer research. Jenni Spinner January 19, 2026 Consumers continue to care about healthy choices in snack and bakery buys, but they also want the occasional indulgent treat.Read More
ABA leads pledge to phase out potassium bromate Bakery companies can choose to eliminate the ingredient by Dec. 31. SF&WB Staff January 19, 2026 The voluntary agreement is aimed at the small minority of the org's member companies that still use potassium bromate in their baked goods.Read More
Investment firm snaps up The Good Crisp Company The brand has aimed to differentiate itself in the salty snack category. SF&WB Staff January 16, 2026 Founded in 2015 by Matt Parry, the company offers gluten-free canister chips, cheeseballs and crinkle cut chips in classic flavors.Read More
ASB BakingTECH to showcase latest in the baking industry The conference is dedicated to offering technical solutions, insights, and expertise to the grain-based food industry. Liz Parker Kuhn January 16, 2026 The 2026 event aims to bring together innovators, technical experts, and leaders to explore what’s next in the baking industry.Read More
Fun Friday: Pillsbury Bake-Off x Donna Kelce, Joey Chestnut defends bagel-eating title, Chomps hits slopes Wenzel's Farm continues partnership of Wisconsin fishing pro Steve Lopez. SF&WB Staff January 16, 2026 Elijah Wood will surprise one lucky Skittles shopper with a surreal, in-person ad experience. Read More
Conagra Brands identifies top frozen foods trends for 2026 The category is striving to meet consumers wherever and however they're eating. SF&WB Staff January 15, 2026 The data-driven report reveals how consumer behaviors, generational preferences, and innovations are reshaping the $93.5 billion U.S. frozen food market.Read More