HORSHAM, PA. — Bimbo Bakeries USA published its annual Diversity, Equity and Belonging report card to show the company’s progress on commitments first introduced in 2022 and pledged to be reached by 2024. BBU has divided its DEB goals into three pillars: Workforce, workplace and marketplace. “The scorecard aims to show how we are staying … [Read more…]
In terms of future innovation in buns and rolls, Brie Buenning, director of marketing for Los-Angeles based La Brea Bakery, indicated the market is ready for more par-baked breads. “Many of the buns and rolls that are produced today need to be proofed and baked, which takes time and labor,” she explained. “The category needs more … [Read more…]
HORSHAM, PA. — After successful launches in trial locations, family-owned bakery Martin’s Famous Pastry Shoppe, Inc. and Grupo Bimbo subsidiary Thomas’ are expanding product distribution in Ohio and the Northeast, respectively. Martin’s potato bread products, including five types of rolls and five types of bread, will now be available at 65 Kroger stores in Cincinnati. … [Read more…]
Convenience, elevated dining at home and doing more with less are all trends driving new product introductions in the retail market, said Heather Davis, senior manager of customer insights at Bimbo Bakehouse, Horsham, Pa. Premium buns and rolls continue to make their mark with a wide variety of options and marketing education to show consumers … [Read more…]
MINNEAPOLIS — Flagstone Foods, one of the largest manufacturers and distributors of private label snacks and trail mixes in North America, has acquired Emerald Nuts from Camden, NJ-based Campbell Soup Co. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Founded in 2004, Emerald Nuts offers a variety of nuts, including almonds, pecans, walnuts, cashews, peanuts … [Read more…]