All articles by Dan Riley – Page 7
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NewsTwo young bakers honoured with national awards
Ella Muddiman at Coleg Cambria’s Iâl Bakery was presented with the ABST’s Hugh Weeks Award while Glaswegian bakery student Jamie Howie took home the Renshaw Cup
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NewsBaker & Baker weathers inflation to post robust profits
Strategic investments made in 2024 to improve operational efficiencies and develop new products at the sweet bakery supplier sees gross profit rise by 8.7%
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NewsDelice De France debuts chilled food-to-go range
Bakery supplier unveils sandwiches, wraps, heat-to-eat paninis and croques for retailers and foodservice operators to stock in chillers
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NewsGreggs to trial new ‘bitesize’ shops to support growth
Bakery chain has unveiled a new shop format aimed at driving greater visit frequency and supporting estate expansion
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NewsGovernment-funded project supporting Welsh food manufacturers relaunched
Now renamed The Helix Programme, the initiative has delivered an impact of over £676m since 2016 including technical support for Welsh firms such as Just Love, Pettigrew Bakeries, and ANR-Probake
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NewsAMF, Cornish Bakery, Stateside Foods, and Walker’s Shortbread unveil new hires
A new managing director, regional president, head of NPD, and brand ambassador are the latest positions filled in the baking sector
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NewsPlumpton College becomes first UK provider of Level 3 Lead Baker Apprenticeship
Students enrolled at the East Sussex institute will learn advanced technical baking skills as well as leadership acumen needed to thrive in senior roles within commercial environments
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Product NewsSamworth Brothers unveils new food-to-go range of sandwiches, wraps and baguettes
Developed by the Fresh Food For Now division of the manufacturer, the new range aims to deliver a coffee shop quality experience for convenience retailers and foodservice operators
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FeatureHow to get wicked returns from Halloween-themed bakes
From creepy coloured frostings and seasonal flavours to employing scare tactics like gooey green fillings and even insect toppings, bakers have a cauldron-full of options to make their creations scream-worthy
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NewsModern Baker raises £2.5m to accelerate growth and challenge UPF narrative
Oxford-based start-up behind gut-healthy bread brand Superloaf stands to benefit from investor Adjuvo’s funding as well as its influence across retail, food, and consumer tech sectors
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NewsStrong Q3 improves Greencore’s expectations of full year operating profit
Food-to-go manufacturer reports a 9.9% increase in third-quarter revenue up to £511.1m, with volume gains supported by favourable weather and NPD like the viral M&S strawberry & cream sandwich
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Product NewsBrace’s Bakery unveils sourdough brand Ernest 100%
South Wales-based manufacturer is rolling out a four-strong line up including White, Malted Brown, Protein, and Crafted Rolls at regional Tesco and Asda stores
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NewsToo big or not too big: the bakery brands bulking up ranges with supersized items
A selection of UK bakeries has been living it large in recent years by tapping into the growing trend for gigantic goods
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NewsBranded sweet treats lift up Q1 results at Premier Foods
Volume-led growth in Mr Kipling and Cadbury cake ranges has helped cover lost ground across the manufacturer’s other divisions during the first quarter of its latest financial year
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NewsGreggs named UK's strongest brand in 2025
Bakery chain improves on its second placing in last year’s brand strength ranking list of UK companies, calculated and published by valuation consultancy Brand Finance
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NewsClive’s Purely Plants invests £650k in Dartmouth site upgrades and first TV ad
Vegan bakery specialist has installed a new pie line, external freezer, and engineers workshop to help increase capacity at its 15,000 sq ft site, whilst launching a new brand marketing campaign
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NewsThe Compleat Food Group acquires own-label supplier Freshpak
Chilled food manufacturing group has completed a deal for the Barnsley-based supplier of own-label deli fillers, chilled food-to-go snacks, and poached eggs
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Product NewsRich’s unveils cookies, muffins, and buns for convenience stores
Helping retailers tap into growth of the sweet bakery market, the line-up of four cookies, two muffins, and a cinnamon bun offers a five-day shelf life after defrosting
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NewsMcVitie’s owner Pladis unveils £68m investment across UK operations
Global snacking manufacturer announces major site upgrades with significant funding directed to factories in Liverpool, Stockport, and Carlisle
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Product NewsM&S expands ISB range with new filled and topped cookies in on-trend flavours
Retailer has unveiled a new range of premium Chunked N’ Loaded cookies available in three flavours – Chocolate & Hazelnut, Raspberry Cheesecake, and Pistachio