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The latest company announcements, product introductions, market trends, and regulatory updates impacting the snack and bakery industries. Stay informed on key developments, strategic moves, and emerging opportunities shaping the future of the market.]]> https://www.snackandbakery.com/rss/2704-industry-news en-us Mars appoints new chief digital and information officer A nearly 30-year industry veteran, the hire joins the company from FrieslandCampina where he was global business and digital solutions officer and a member of the executive team.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115862 Tue, 09 Jun 2026 14:50:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115862-mars-appoints-new-chief-digital-and-information-officer JiMMYBAR boosts line with creatine bars After more than a decade of offering better-for-you bars, the brand has its sights set on innovating outside of the format.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115853 Tue, 09 Jun 2026 06:28:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115853-jimmybar-boosts-line-with-creatine-bars Mascot Inc. expands Glennville, GA facility The company has added 4,000 square feet of cooking space to its vertically integrated headquarters, expanding its overall footprint to nearly 200,000 square feet.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115852 Mon, 08 Jun 2026 17:06:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115852-mascot-inc-expands-glennville-ga-facility Second Nature Brands snaps up Tillamook Country Smoker The strategic transaction marks SNB’s first investment in the fast-growing protein snacks category, complementing its wider portfolio of better-for-you brands.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115850 Mon, 08 Jun 2026 14:53:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115850-second-nature-brands-snaps-up-tillamook-country-smoker ABA introduces 'Baking Feeds America' campaign From bread and tortillas to cookies, crackers, and cakes, commercial bakers produce foods that are a foundational part of the American diet and daily life, the org says.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115849 Mon, 08 Jun 2026 13:15:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115849-aba-introduces-baking-feeds-america-campaign Crisp Power opens $15M Texas production facility The move marks a pivotal step in the snack brand's U.S. expansion strategy, it notes, shifting from an import-based model to stateside production to meet accelerating consumer and retailer demand.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115846 Mon, 08 Jun 2026 11:30:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115846-crisp-power-opens-15m-texas-production-facility FPSA, PMMI debut Processing State of the Industry Report thompson-richardsa@bnpmedia.com (Alyse Thompson-Richards) The organizations have joined forces to offer food manufacturers and OEMs an overview of market performance and a glimpse at what to expect going forward.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115845 Mon, 08 Jun 2026 10:28:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115845-fpsa-pmmi-debut-processing-state-of-the-industry-report BEMA releases programming lineup for Convention The conference aims to offer a balanced mix of leadership development, operational excellence, emerging technology, industry collaboration, and future-focused business strategy. 

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115842 Mon, 08 Jun 2026 09:00:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115842-bema-releases-programming-lineup-for-convention Fun Friday: Awake Chocolate 'Turn Up' service, Gov Ball x Welch's Fusions, Dole 125th Pineapple Anniversary To promote Snickers Peanut Butter and add its voice to the "creamy vs. crunchy" dilemma, the brand launched a campaign featuring a focus group of totally unbiased taste-testers ... who all happen to be named Reese.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115826 Fri, 05 Jun 2026 09:00:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115826-fun-friday-awake-chocolate-turn-up-service-gov-ball-x-welchs-fusions-dole-125th-pineapple-anniversary GS1 US publishes guidance for EPR packaging The guideline addresses a growing need for scalable, reliable packaging data management and demonstrates how the org's Standards can be leveraged for reporting.  

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115828 Thu, 04 Jun 2026 13:30:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115828-gs1-us-publishes-guidance-for-epr-packaging Naturally New York announces pitch competition winner The annual contest spotlights emerging, purpose-driven CPG brands, with finalists competing for a $65,000 prize package in cash and services.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115817 Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:50:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115817-naturally-new-york-announces-pitch-competition-winner Almonds can be used to create healthier baked goods The Innova Market Insights study highlights the snack and bakery ingredient's ability to deliver on consumer demands for protein, gut health, and clean-label indulgence.  

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115816 Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:20:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115816-almonds-can-be-used-to-create-healthier-baked-goods Killer Brownie announces new HQ, expanded facility The bakery brand plans to unity its team under one roof as its nationwide growth accelerates.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115814 Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:00:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115814-killer-brownie-announces-new-hq-expanded-facility SunOpta invests $25M in fruit snack line expansion SunOpta employs more than 260 people in Omak, where teams manufacture natural and organic fruit snacks that are sold through retail, club, foodservice and e-commerce channels.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115812 Tue, 02 Jun 2026 14:22:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115812-sunopta-invests-25m-in-fruit-snack-line-expansion Bitchin' Chips arrive at Kroger stores nationwide Made with white corn, expeller-pressed almond oil, and sea salt, the snack is vegan and gluten-free.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115811 Tue, 02 Jun 2026 13:40:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115811-bitchin-chips-arrive-at-kroger-stores-nationwide Opopop aims to heat up microwave popcorn category The microwave popcorn, which started as a DTC brand, has since made it onto retail shelves, including Walmart.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115810 Tue, 02 Jun 2026 11:54:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115810-opopop-aims-to-heat-up-microwave-popcorn-category WK Kellogg rolls out SPOONS on-pack nutrition guide The front and back of the breakfast products will highlight attributes such as fiber, protein, and single digit sugars across brands such as Raisin Bran, Frosted Mini-Wheats, and All-Bran.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115801 Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:56:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115801-wk-kellogg-rolls-out-spoons-on-pack-nutrition-guide Fun Friday: Grillo's Pickles slides, Chomps Le Chick'en purse, Hershey's hometown hero National Donut Day is June 5, and Dunkin', Shipley Donuts, and Lidl have you covered with free treats, fun apparel, and more.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115781 Fri, 29 May 2026 09:00:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115781-fun-friday-grillos-pickles-slides-chomps-le-chicken-purse-hersheys-hometown-hero IDDBA 2026 bites down on bakery trends The speaker slate includes famous names like Alton Brown, Trevor Noah, and legendary basketball leader Coach K.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115766 Tue, 26 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115766-iddba-2026-bites-down-on-bakery-trends Display of various pastries decorated with googly eyes Woman decorating purple and green tiered cake Colorful multi-tiered cake at IDDBA Tall stack of cake doughnuts Multi-tiered charcuterie display Attendees at IDDBA booth Food Safety Summit brings together industry leaders This year’s conference placed strong emphasis on emerging technologies, regulatory developments, supply chain transparency, sanitation, workforce culture, and industry collaboration.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115765 Fri, 22 May 2026 13:30:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115765-food-safety-summit-brings-together-industry-leaders Wicked Cutz bacon jerky receives Sweets & Snacks award The meat snack received a Most Innovative New Product Award for its bacon jerky developed through a licensing collaboration with Cinnabon.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115763 Fri, 22 May 2026 13:08:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115763-wicked-cutz-bacon-jerky-receives-sweets-and-snacks-award Global Pouch Forum investigates global market trends, applications The 2026 conference will explore challenges in the packaging industry. 

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115762 Fri, 22 May 2026 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115762-global-pouch-forum-investigates-global-market-trends-applications Fun Friday: Liquid I.V. highlights Ring Pop Cherry, Laffy Taffy goes bananas, Nutella Ice Cream launches nationwide Takis is looking for its "Most Intense Fans," spotlighting the passionate shoppers who go harder and louder than everyone else—and rewarding them with the chance to win $5,000.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115751 Fri, 22 May 2026 09:00:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115751-fun-friday-liquid-iv-highlights-ring-pop-cherry-laffy-taffy-goes-bananas-nutella-ice-cream-launches-nationwide BEMA Convention strives to support baker growth The 2026 conference will address key challenges in the baking industry. 

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115760 Thu, 21 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115760-bema-convention-strives-to-support-baker-growth One More Bite: Sawyer Hemsley, Crumbl The quest to create the perfect chocolate chip cookie turned into a fast-growing sugar-slinging empire.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115757 Tue, 19 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115757-one-more-bite-sawyer-hemsley-crumbl This cartoon depicts Crumbl Cookies co-founders Jason McGowan and Sawyer Hemsley driving a pink convertible Three Crumbl cookies stacked in front of pink background Stack of Crumbl pink frosted sugar cookies over pink background Cartoon of two young men in pink Cadillac convertible with giant cookie in the back seat Three gravity-defying Crumbl cookies in front of pink background BEMA names Lifetime Achievement Award recipient The award recognizes individuals who have demonstrated exceptional leadership, service, and lasting impact on both BEMA and the baking industry.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115753 Mon, 18 May 2026 11:55:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115753-bema-names-lifetime-achievement-award-recipient Old Wisconsin reduces price, portion size for meat sticks The snack brand is introducing a new flavor to its lineup, alongside updated pricing and product size.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115747 Fri, 15 May 2026 14:33:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115747-old-wisconsin-reduces-price-portion-size-for-meat-sticks The invention of potato chips is an American innovation story If you crave thinly sliced, lightly cooked slivers of spuds, thank George Crum.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115742 Fri, 15 May 2026 11:00:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115742-the-invention-of-potato-chips-is-an-american-innovation-story Fun Friday: Lay's jumps on the Bandwagon, Hershey's Chocolate World treats and bell, Ibotta snacks data Starbucks and Khloud gift 0K Summer Snack Combos, plus Khloe makes an IRL appearance.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115738 Fri, 15 May 2026 09:00:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115738-fun-friday-lays-jumps-on-the-bandwagon-hersheys-chocolate-world-treats-and-bell-ibotta-snacks-data Consumers talk about Oreo snack cakes, Mondelēz listens After the baked treats returned from a hiatus, the company collected feedback from people and tweaked to reflect their input.

]]> http://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115739 Thu, 14 May 2026 11:25:00 -0400 https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/115739-consumers-talk-about-oreo-snack-cakes-mondelz-listens