The “2025 Food Entrepreneur Experience” live webinar is set to showcase innovative startups in the food and beverage consumer packaged goods (CPG) sector, offering insights into emerging trends and disruptive business models. Organized by Sosland Publishing Co., the event will be announced on April 14, 2025, with registration details available on BakingBusiness.com. This webinar targets […]
Dessert News And Updates
Barry Callebaut Innovates with Non-Cocoa Chocolate Alternatives
Barry Callebaut, a leading chocolate manufacturer based in Zurich, Switzerland, is innovating with non-cocoa products due to a significant surge in cocoa bean prices. The company’s sales volume dropped by 4.7% in the first half of fiscal 2024-25, with net profit falling nearly 60% to 31 million Swiss francs ($37 million) according to recent market […]
GLP-1 Cyclers Drive New Weight Loss Innovations
The surge in GLP-1 receptor agonist medications has given rise to a new consumer segment: GLP-1 cyclers. These individuals intermittently start and stop GLP-1 medications due to various factors like side effects, costs, or weight loss plateaus. As a result, a growing trend is emerging within the weight loss industry, driven by the need for […]
How Food Innovation Meets Consumer Demands
Food innovation is transforming the way manufacturers meet consumer demands, driven by advances in technology and shifting consumer preferences. The food industry is witnessing a significant shift, with companies leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) and data analytics to anticipate and respond to consumer needs. This transformation is evident in the rise of plant-based alternatives, sustainable packaging, […]
Global Dessert Wine Market Growth Insights
The global dessert wine market is on a growth trajectory, driven by consumer interest in premium and specialty wines, as well as the rise of food and wine pairing trends. The market is projected to grow from $35.7 billion in 2023 to $64.4 billion by 2033, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.1% […]
Mondelez Invests $80 Million in Toblerone Facility Expansion
Mondelez International is making a significant investment of 65 million Swiss francs, approximately $79.6–$80 million USD, in its Toblerone manufacturing facility in Bern, Switzerland. This substantial investment is one of the largest in Mondelez’s European chocolate network over the past decade. The Bern facility will be transformed into a global “Center of Excellence” for Toblerone, […]
TreeHouse Foods Announces Major Job Cuts and Restructuring
TreeHouse Foods Inc., a leading private label food and beverage manufacturer, is implementing major organizational changes in 2025 to improve efficiency, cut costs, and enhance profitability. The company, headquartered in Oak Brook, Illinois, will centralize and reorganize its corporate support functions as part of this initiative. This move is expected to drive significant cost savings […]
Arla Shifts Focus After Domty Demerger Decision
Arla Foods’ recent decision to withdraw its non-binding offer to acquire a majority stake in Domty has sparked significant interest in the dairy industry. The offer, valued at USD 176 million (EGP 8.9 billion) at EGP 31.48 per share, was initially made in October 2024 with the intention of delisting Domty from the Egyptian stock […]
Talenti and Dominique Ansel Launch Dipped Whisk Dessert
Talenti Gelato has partnered with world-renowned pastry chef Dominique Ansel to launch The Dipped Whisk, a limited-edition handheld dessert. This collaboration marks a significant milestone as Chef Ansel becomes Talenti’s first-ever Chef Ambassador, paving the way for future collaborations on flavors and recipes. The Dipped Whisk is a celebration of Talenti’s new Layers Bakery Collection, […]
Sargento Redefines Natural American Cheese
Sargento has made a significant impact in the cheese industry with the launch of its Natural American Cheese in March 2025, marking a groundbreaking innovation in the market. This new product is the first 100% natural American cheese available, differing from traditional processed American cheese products. The introduction of this cheese aligns with the growing […]