The update forms part of Barilla’s broader sustainability strategy, which seeks to integrate environmentally responsible farming methods while securing a reliable supply of high-quality raw materials for its pasta, bakery, and snack products.
The Zephyrhills facility is being developed in three phases, with the first phase operational by mid-2026, the second by 2028, and the third by 2030.
The new strategic collaboration will deliver food safety resources by developing a first-of-its-kind Bakery Playbook series on Food Safety.
The Hello Kitty cake adds to Finsbury Food Group’s broader strategy of expanding its licensed celebration offerings for major retailers and foodservice customers across the UK and Europe
The planned development includes a bakery production facility, a warehouse, and a distribution centre, according to project reports.