Baking & Snacks – WORLD NEWS
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Hovis enters sourdough market with launch of new sourdough cobs
Hovis’s new sourdough cobs are created using the brand’s signature starter dough, which is fermented for at least 24 hours to develop a thick, golden crust and rich flavor.
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Koenig Group strengthens customer presence with launch of distribution hub
König Nordic Oy will serve as a one-stop solution for bakery clients, offering sales consultation, technical training, and on-site service provided by Koenig’s own specialists.
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J.M. Smucker to invest US$120M in Hostess plant expansion in Georgia
The expansion is part of Smucker’s broader effort to integrate Hostess into its newly formed Sweet Baked Snacks division, aiming to achieve US$100 million in cost synergies by fiscal 2026.
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General Mills to shut Missouri pizza crust plant in cost-cutting drive
Production from the affected facilities will be transitioned to other General Mills locations.
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AB Mauri forges strategic partnership with Nutris to advance fava bean ingredient innovation
The partnership between AB Mauri and Nutris seeks to accelerate the adoption of fava bean ingredients by leveraging AB Mauri’s extensive bakery expertise and Nutris’ cutting-edge production capabilities.