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Apr. 10, 2012

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Bimbo expands Sara Lee bread distribution

Bimbo Bakeries USA (BBU) has introduced Sara Lee sliced bread products to the Northeast market, including Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New York, Rhode Island and Vermont. BBU also will expand its existing distribution network of Sara Lee breads in the Mid-Atlantic region, including Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Washington, D.C....More
Apr. 9, 2012

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Retailers participate in Whole Grains Sampling Day

The Whole Grains Council held its first-ever National Whole Grains Sampling Day on April 4, with participation from large chains including A&P, Hy-Vee, Giant Eagle and others, according to an article from Supermarket News....More
Apr. 4, 2012

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FDA urged to label genetically engineered foods

In an effort to persuade the FDA to put labels on genetically engineered (GE) foods, the Just Label It Coalition submitted more than 1 million comments to the FDA’s www.regulations.gov website on March 27, the final day comments were accepted....More
Apr. 1, 2012

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Inject life into impulse sales

Question: Like other supermarket in-stores, my company’s bakeries have taken hits during the recession. Impulse sales seem to be most-affected. I would appreciate any suggestions to give them a boost....More
Mar. 28, 2012

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ABA introduces new chairman, Robin Alton

The American Bakers Association (ABA) named Howard “Robin” Alton III chairman of the association. He will be formerly inducted during the association’s upcoming convention, April 14-18 in Scottsdale, Ariz....More
Mar. 28, 2012

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Wonder Bread presents first ‘Share the Wonder’ donations

Wonder bread has announced that Weill Cornell Community Clinic, Families in Transition and Second Harvest are the first three of nine charities to receive $10,000 donations as part of the "Share the Wonder" campaign celebrating the brand's 90-year heritage....More
Mar. 21, 2012

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Is 'real' bakery dead?

As the bakery industry evolves, some argue that retail bakeries are dying....More
Mar. 21, 2012

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From pie filling to superfruit

Tart cherries traditionally have been associated with fruit pies,but a research report commissioned by the Cherry Marketing Institute shows their antioxidant power....More
Mar. 21, 2012

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Where are they now?

The editors catch up with a few of the bakery operations covered by Modern Baking in its first year of publication. Unsurprisingly, all of the businesses have gone through major changes in the past quarter century....More
Mar. 21, 2012

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25 years and counting of baking trends

A peek at the evolving product trends and baking industry innovations of the last 25 years reveals that while times may change, bakers’ passion and determination to keep customer coming back stays the same....More
Mar. 21, 2012

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Honda and Sprinkles bake up sweet CR-V marketing program

American Honda has teamed up with Sprinkles Cupcakes on a delectable mall-based marketing program to promote interest in the segment-leading 2012 Honda CR-V...More
Mar. 21, 2012

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Mar. 14, 2012

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Gonnella awards scholarships to two AIB students

Gonnella Frozen Products LLC, part of the Gonnella Baking Co., has awarded two "Rising to the Top" scholarships to students at the American Institute of Baking (AIB), Manhattan, Kan....More
Mar. 12, 2012

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Puratos launches new website

Puratos has launched a new website for professional bakers, patissiers, chocolatiers and food developers, www.puratos.us....More
Mar. 6, 2012

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ADM announces management appointments

Archer Daniels Midland (ADM) Co. has made two management appointments in its Milling and Cocoa divisions, which are effective immediately....More
Mar. 5, 2012

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Hostess court case postponed

A bankruptcy judge postponed a hearing set for March 5 after Hostess Brands requested an extension while it continues to negotiate with its unions, according to the New York Post. The hearing has been rescheduled for March 23....More
Mar. 1, 2012

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Crank up in-store sales with creative cookies

Question: For many years, cookie sales along with cake sales have formed the bedrock that supports our in-store bakeries. During the recession, however, growth in cookie sales slipped some. Do you have any ideas on how we can put more growth back into cookies?...More
Feb. 24, 2012

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How Byers Butterflake Bakery brings product to the people

Dean and Naomi Byers do a booming business in farmers’ markets, which in turn draws more customers to the retail store....More
Feb. 24, 2012

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The Innovative 10: Blending vision with action

Successes in the bakery industry can sometimes go unheralded, but here are 10 bakeries, allied companies, decorators and pastry chefs who have uniquely contributed to the baking community....More
Feb. 24, 2012

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'Good' grains

Consumers are increasingly aware of their diet and seeking ‘good-for-them’ food; many bakers are responding by producing ‘good’ grain bread. However, what makes one grain or flour better than another?...More
Feb. 24, 2012

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Groundbreakers: Carlo's Bakery expands, adds shipping

Carlo's Bakery is using its Cake Boss fame to expand production and add nationwide shipping....More
Feb. 23, 2012

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Shoppers more open to giving personal info

Shoppers are more willing to share personal information with retailers...More
Feb. 23, 2012

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Cupcakes get the spotlight

Tokens of My Confection owner Jaime Simmons got her cupcakes featured in a marketing suite at the Golden Globes....More
Feb. 22, 2012

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Nielsen: Store brand gains more than momentary shift

Various forces are converging to push the continued growth of store brands, according to The Nielsen Company’s vice president for global insights James Russo, who appeared on the February edition of PLMA Live....More
Feb. 22, 2012

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Wonder offers nutritional call-outs on bread

This spring Wonder will debut easy-to-see nutritional call-outs on packages of Smartwhite and Smartwheat bread....More