Surging egg prices fueling interest in replacers: Fiberstar The ingredients supplier discusses the important role eggs play, and the ins and outs of replacers. Jenni Spinner April 11, 2025 While there is no one-size-fits-all solution for swapping out eggs in a recipe, suppliers can help determine what works best for a snack or bakery application.Read More
Consumers seek snacks with sustainability in the mix: Sensient A representative from the supplier shares insights on snackers’ top priorities. Jenni Spinner April 7, 2025 According to a leader from the ingredients supplier, Americans place sustainability and natural formulations high on their priorities list.Read More
Grandy Organics on keeping it real with its granola The company owner shares secrets of the planet-friendly brand’s staying power. Jenni Spinner April 7, 2025 The brand has endured for decades with an emphasis on premium ingredients, sustainable practices, and product innovation.Read More
Bird flu epidemic takes its toll on U.S. egg supply A leader from the American Egg Board outlines the challenges and the flu's impact. Jenni Spinner March 28, 2025 With eggs playing an important role in bakery and snack production, producers are concerned about the ongoing avian flu crisis.Read More
Tous Les Jours serves up tres bien bakery treats The Korea-based company is growing its U.S. presence with high-end cakes and pastries. Jenni Spinner March 26, 2025 The foodservice operation has been tempting sweet-toothed Americans for more than two decades.Read More
Wildgrain delivers high-end bread direct to doorsteps What started as a mission to feed a family high-quality carbs has grown into a booming business. Jenni Spinner March 21, 2025 The bakery company has risen to the challenge of providing hungry consumers with clean-label loaves and treats via a unique subscription model.Read More
IBIE 2025 countdown: less than six months until Vegas Registration for the International Baking Industry Exposition is open to bakers across the industry. Jenni Spinner March 21, 2025 The expo, which happens every three years, welcomes professionals from all over the baking field, as well as some famous baking faces.Read More
Red dye ban has bakers reaching for natural alternatives A Watkins Co. rep discusses the legislation and alternatives to Red Dye No. 3. Jenni Spinner March 20, 2025 The FDA ban, announced in January, is slated to take effect in 2027, giving producers time to explore stand-ins for the coloring agent.Read More
Grenade protein bar brand sets sights on conquering the States The brand, currently found in 80 different countries, is aiming at U.S. consumers. Jenni Spinner March 20, 2025 Flavors of the U.K.-based high-protein, low-sugar bar brand include Peanut Nutter, Cookie Dough, and Oreo.Read More
In bakery and snack items, fats and oils perform multiple roles Producers are faced with balancing the right ingredients, appealing fat content, texture, and taste. Jenni Spinner March 20, 2025 When working fats and oils into their formulations, bakery and snack producers have to balance a number of factors to keep consumers happy.Read More