Afresh has completed the nationwide rollout of its Fresh Replenishment solution across the bakery and deli departments at all Albertsons Cos. stores. This technology has been implemented in the retailer’s bakery, deli, meat, seafood and produce departments. Afresh’s technology applies patent-pending AI and data modeling to align Albertsons Cos.’ ordering, inventory and demand understanding for […]
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Lay’s Potato Chips Begins Brand Redesign With New Packaging, Recipes
Lay’s Potato Chips, a PepsiCo brand, has begun the largest redesign in its nearly 100-year history, aiming to showcase how its chips are made with real potatoes and announce it is removing artificial flavors and colors in the U.S. Lay’s works with more than 100 family-owned farms across North America, and PepsiCo sources crops and […]
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Flowers Foods Adds High-Protein Loaf, Sourdough To Product Lineup
Flowers Foods has added a new higher-protein loaf to its Nature’s Own Life lineup and expanded its Dave’s Killer Bread portfolio to include Supreme Sourdough. The company said the additions meet growing consumer interest in higher-protein foods and better-for-you sourdough loaves. They are part of a broader rollout that also includes Nature’s Own Perfectly Crafted […]
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Flowers Foods Appoints Scaglione As CFO
D. Anthony Scaglione has been named chief financial officer of Flowers Foods, effective Jan. 1, succeeding Steve Kinsey, who will retire at year-end and serve in an advisory role for a period of time to ensure a smooth transition. In his new role, Scaglione will guide the company’s financial strategy and oversee its treasury, investor relations, […]
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Little Debbie Celebrates 40 Years Of Christmas Tree Cake
Collegedale, Tennessee-based McKee Foods, the maker of Little Debbie snacks, is celebrating the 40th anniversary of the Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cake. Known for its signature yellow cake, creme filling and red and green sprinkles, the Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cake has grown from a limited holiday offering into a seasonal symbol. “For 40 years, […]
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Mission Foods Adds Zero Net Carbs Spinach Tortillas To Product Lineup
Mission Foods has expanded its better-for-you product line with Zero Net Carbs Spinach Tortillas. The soft taco-sized tortillas offer flavor and nutrition for consumers seeking low-carb choices that don’t affect taste. Whether following a keto diet, supporting a GLP-1 lifestyle, looking to lower net carbs consumption or add more nutrient-dense foods to a diet, Mission […]
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Walmart, Avery Dennison Aim To Increase Operational Efficiency Using RFID
Walmart and Avery Dennison have announced a new innovation to advance the use of radio-frequency identification (RFID) technology in fresh categories. Addressing food waste and ensuring freshness are important for consumers, producers and retailers. This first-to-market solution seeks to transform inventory processes and enhance employee and customer experiences across fresh departments – particularly bakery, meat […]
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Lewis Bakeries Expands Portfolio With Better Way Protein Bread
Lewis Brothers Bakeries, a family company founded in 1925, has expanded its Better Way product line with protein bread. “Consumers today expect more from their food,” said Karsten Short, SVP of marketing, innovation and commercialization. “They want options that support their goals without compromising the enjoyment of the breads and recipes they love, and Better […]
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Beyond The Bite: Evolving The Sweet Snacking Category
The Shelby Report recently sat down with Monty Pooley, president and CEO, and Chris Tirone, chief marketing and innovation officer of JTM Foods LLC, to discuss the company’s role in the evolving sweet snack category. What pivotal moments in JTM’s history positioned it to become a leader in the sweet snacking category? Pooley: Our journey […]
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Flowers Foods Begins Planned CFO Transition
Flowers Foods Inc. has shared that after 36 years of service, including the last 18 as CFO, Steve Kinsey plans to retire at the end of 2025. The company has begun a search for Kinsey’s successor with a leading executive search firm. Following his retirement, Kinsey is expected to continue to serve in an advisory […]
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IBIE 2025: What To Expect At The Industry’s Largest Baking Event
The International Baking Industry Exposition (IBIE) returns to Las Vegas Sept. 13-17, bringing together more than 1,000 manufacturers and suppliers from around the globe to discover the latest advancements shaping the future of baking and food manufacturing. Education remains a cornerstone of IBIE, with its largest program yet featuring more than 250 IBIEducate sessions and […]
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Rise Baking Co. Plans To Remove Synthetic Colors By End Of 2026
Rise Baking Co. has commited to eliminate synthetic colors from products across its portfolio by the end of 2026. This milestone reflects the company’s focus on meeting evolving customer and consumer expectations without sacrificing quality, taste or performance. The majority of the company’s products don’t use synthetic colors, and the work is well underway to […]
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Walmart Opens High-Tech Perishable Distribution Center In Wellford, SC
Walmart employees, elected officials and community leaders recently celebrated the grand opening of a new 725,000-square-foot perishable distribution center in Wellford, South Carolina. The facility is designed to receive and process fresh produce, eggs, dairy, meat and frozen goods for delivery to 180 Walmart stores. “The opening of our new high-tech perishable distribution center marks […]
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IFF Tackles Top Challenges In Baking At IBIE 2025
IFF will showcase how it is helping the global baking industry overcome some of its toughest challenges during the International Baking Industry Exposition (IBIE) 2025 in Las Vegas. From soaring cocoa and egg prices to stricter regulations and rising demand for healthier baked goods, IFF is stepping forward with science-led solutions designed to keep industrial […]
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Bimbo Bakehouse Unveils Bakery Innovations To Meet Everyday Occasions
Bimbo Bakehouse is expanding its innovation pipeline to meet the needs of younger consumers and drive growth in the in-store bakery. The Griffin Report recently caught up with Mollie Crudden, senior director of marketing for Bimbo Bakehouse, and Dana Strain, senior marketing manager at Bimbo Bakeries USA, about additions to the company’s lineup. “We have […]
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Grupo Bimbo To Remove All Artificial Colorants By End Of 2026
In what the company bills as a significant step toward offering simpler and natural recipes across its global portfolio, Grupo Bimbo has pledged to eliminate all artificial colorants from its product portfolio by the end of 2026. As of today, 99 percent of Grupo Bimbo’s daily consumption products – including its core categories of bread, buns […]
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Mars Opens Nature’s Bakery Facility In Salt Lake City, UT
Nature’s Bakery, part of the Mars Inc. family of brands, opened a new baking facility July 30 in Salt Lake City, a $240 million investment that marks a milestone in the brand’s expansion. The 339,000-square-foot site gives Nature’s Bakery the space to grow, with the ability to produce more than 1 billion bars each year. […]
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Mission Foods Launches Gluten-Free Chickpea Tortillas
Irving, Texas-based Mission Foods has introduced new, better-for-you Mission Gluten-Free Chickpea Tortillas, crafted with roasted chickpea flour and offering a soft texture and high fiber. “We’re always listening to our customers and looking for ways to meet their needs, tastes and lifestyles,” said Garret Adrian, senior brand manager. “With our new Chickpea Tortillas, we’re giving people […]
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King’s Hawaiian Plans $54M Expansion In Oakwood, GA
Family-owned, Hawaii-inspired food company King’s Hawaiian said it will invest about $54 million to expand its facility in Oakwood, Georgia, creating more than 135 jobs. The expansion will add a new production line at the 150,000-square-foot plant in the Oakwood South Industrial Park. Start-up of the new line is expected in the second quarter of […]
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Webinar Unpacks Trends From IDDBA 2025
Consumer anxieties, vibrant merchandising and the fast rising influence of Middle Eastern and Mediterranean fare topped the talking points during a June 12 International Dairy Deli Bakery Association-sponsored webinar, “Digesting All the Trends at IDDBA 2025.” Maeve Webster, president of the Bennington, Vermont-based consultancy Menu Matters, and Mike Kostyo, VP, sifted through what they saw on the show floor to […]