Baking & Snacks – WORLD NEWS
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Guittard launches reformulated chocolate batons for laminated pastry applications
The latest product enhancement reflects the company’s efforts to address the evolving needs of artisan bakeries, pastry chefs and commercial manufacturers seeking premium chocolate solutions for products such as croissants, pain au chocolat and Danish pastries.
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Middleby Board approves spin-off of Midera Food Processing
The strategic separation is designed to unlock shareholder value and allow both entities to pursue focused growth strategies tailored to their respective markets.
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Rise Baking Company to acquire Jimmy’s Gourmet Bakery in Northeast expansion move
The transaction is expected to close in the third quarter of 2026, pending standard closing conditions.
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Pladis expands Hobnobs portfolio with launch of McVitie’s White Hobnobs
Product positioning and formulation highlights include the use of 100% wholegrain oats in the biscuit base and a white chocolate flavour coating rather than a plain sugar glaze
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Puratos opens new Flour Competence Center to tackle raw material variability
The specialized research hub is dedicated entirely to advanced flour analysis, application guidance, and the interpretation of crop variations.