IDDBA 2025 is coming up June 1-3 in New Orleans, Louisiana, a star-studded event that will showcase the latest information, trends and products in the dairy, deli and bakery industries. Academy Award-winning director, producer and actor Kevin Costner headlines the General Session speaker lineup, which also includes Michael Strahan, TV host, entrepreneur and philanthropist; Carla […]
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Consumers Carry High Expectations When Making Dairy Purchasing Decisions
Product quality is the most critical factor in consumers’ dairy product purchasing decisions. That’s according to a March article from Innova Market Insights based on its Top Trends 2025: Dairy & Dairy Alternatives – Global report. Dairy products play an essential role in global diets, providing vital nutrients like calcium and protein while promoting overall […]
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Birch Benders Introduces Organic Quick Bread, Muffin Mixes
Chicago-based Birch Benders has introduced Organic Chocolate Chip and Organic Blueberry Quick Bread and Muffin Mixes. As the first widely available organic options of their kind, these mixes combine the convenience of quick baking with the taste and quality of real, organic ingredients. Customers can find the two new Birch Benders Quick Bread and Muffin Mixes nationwide […]
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Killer Brownie Highlights New Branding, Packaging
Killer Brownie is debuting a new look and motto, “Live a Little,” for its brand. After more than 40 years, the company is transforming its image with new packaging and a fresh marketing approach. “The bakery section hasn’t seen a lot of change – and for a long time, that was just fine. But today’s […]
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Flowers Foods Launches New Products, Expands Flavors
Flowers Foods Inc. has announced its lineup for 2025, which includes multiple new products as well as flavor expansions on current product lines. Designed to meet the varying wants and needs of today’s consumers, the company’s newest products strengthen its better-for-you bread, buns, rolls and snacking portfolio from Nature’s Own, Dave’s Killer Bread and Canyon […]
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Kroger Introduces Private Selection Cherry Harvest Collection
With cherry blossoming as a standout trend across food, beauty and fashion this year, The Kroger Co. has introduced its Private Selection Cherry Harvest product line. “Private Selection’s Cherry Harvest collection truly captures the essence and craveability of the season’s must-try, highly sought-after flavor,” said Mike Murphy, group VP of center store merchandising at Kroger. […]
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Thomas’ Introduces High Protein Bagels
Thomas’ is introducing a new product, Thomas’ High Protein Bagels, featuring 20 grams of protein per bagel. New Thomas’ High Protein Bagels are available in two classic flavors – Plain and Everything. The plant-based protein blend of soy protein isolate, pea protein isolate and fava bean proteins offer a complete amino acid profile, according to […]
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Study Highlights Opportunities For Talent Development In Commercial Baking
In response to the ongoing and intensifying workforce shortage in the U.S. commercial baking industry, the American Bakers Association (ABA), the American Society of Baking (ASB) and the International Dairy Deli Bakery Association (IDDBA) have released a new study, “Future-Proofing U.S. Commercial Baking: Workforce Challenges and Solutions.” Commissioned by the three industry organizations and conducted […]