The highly anticipated Britain’s Best Loaf 2025 competition has finally announced its winners, crowning the most exceptional bread makers in the country. This prestigious event celebrates **artisanal baking** and highlights the skill and craftsmanship that goes into creating the perfect loaf. The competition saw a surge in participation, with bakers from all over Britain showcasing […]

The British Society of Baking (BSB) is gearing up for its highly anticipated Spring Conference 2025, themed Change for Success. Scheduled to take place on April 15-16, 2025, at the Cotswold Hotel, Golf & Spa in Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire, this event promises to be a pivotal moment for baking professionals across the UK. The conference […]

Langford’s, a Welsh sausage supplier, has been acquired by Literacy Capital PLC in partnership with Mark Chantler, completing the transaction in April 2025. This deal establishes Red Sky Food Group Ltd as Langford’s new parent company, marking a significant milestone in the protein food market. The acquisition signifies Literacy Capital’s first investment under the Red […]

The second annual Britain’s Best Cake competition was held at the NEC Birmingham on Monday, April 7, 2025, and it was a huge success. The event saw over 100 cakes being judged across seven categories, with the introduction of Gold, Silver, and Bronze medals for the first time. The competition was sponsored by prominent industry […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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, […]

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 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, […]