France

Alyson Slapkauskas will oversee group level supply chain strategy and operational improvement initiatives; a move the company says will strengthen its ability to deliver turnkey bakery solutions while reinforcing customer service and manufacturing reliability across markets.

Nestlé positions both launches as part of a broader strategy to offer more nutritionally balanced options without sacrificing the indulgent flavors that made the brands popular.

The launch introduces SY Sphynx and SY Xanthis as the first hybrid wheat products available for the 2026 sowing season in France.

The company is using the platform to showcase the capabilities of its 52 Baking Center™ locations, which provide hands-on training and R&D support to customers worldwide, reinforcing Lesaffre’s positioning as both a supplier and a partner in bakery transformation.

The SLBP focuses on three key priorities that reflect both environmental responsibility and consumer expectations.