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Pine nuts: There have been no improvements since the last report. Supply of unsold stock from China appears to be dwindling to near zero and any offers emerging are from re-sellers who are offering sporadic containers sourced, presumably, from sellers who are defaulting on earlier, lower-priced contracts. There have ...
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Private-label bakery products lost ground against branded rivals in both value and volume terms last year, according to new research from the Private Label Manufacturers’ Association in conjunction with research firm AC Nielsen. Consumers stuck by branded bakery products last year, despite the onset of the recession, with private-label’s volume ...
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== Waitrose adds buns == Waitrose has launched Lardy Cakes and Saffron Buns, made by Salisbury-based Nicholas & Harris, to meet demand for more traditional teatime treats. "’Teatime’ does seem to be back. We’re seeing good growth in traditional areas such as crumpets, muffins and scones as well ...
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== Pearsons publicity == Pearsons of Ingleton from North Yorkshire claimed the runner-up prize in California Raisins’ 2009 Innovation Competition for its free-range pork pies, made using California Raisins. Pearsons will receive advertising and publicity for its products, courtesy of California Raisins. == Marmite ...
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== Canadian delivery == Last month, the Cumbrian Port of Silloth handled its first direct cargo of Canadian wheat since 1962, on behalf of customer Carr’s Flour Mills. Carr’s operates a flour-milling complex alongside the port’s new dock. The ship delivered 2,526 tonnes of wheat to be used ...
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NewsThree-mile bread’s a hit at Heatherslaw Bakery
Heatherslaw Bakery hopes to be making bread “on a big scale” following the success of its new bloomer, produced with ingredients sourced within a three-mile radius.
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Bakeries needed for BBC2’s Mary Queen of Shops
BBC2 series Mary Queen of Shops is on the look out for an independent high street bakery to feature in its third series.
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Asda to cut fleet emissions by 40%
Asda is reducing its transport costs and aims to reduce its fleet’s emissions by 40%. Advanced map-based transport optimisation software will allow for more efficient route planning and use of its fleets and drivers.
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Kingsmill achieves first with Carbon Trust label
Kingsmill has become the first UK bread brand to include the Carbon Trust’s Carbon Reduction label on-pack. It will be used on Kingsmill’s Great Everyday White, Tasty Wholemeal and 50/50 sub-brands from the end of June.
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Britvic and Pepsico launch summer promo
Britvic and Pepsico have launched an on-pack promotion across the 7UP range of soft drinks. Consumers can get £10 off their next holiday with Thomas Cook with every purchase, as well as the chance to win a holiday to one of the seven natural wonders of the world.
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West Cornwall Pasty Co launches cream teas
West Cornwall Pasty Co is branching out from hot savouries and will be offering cream teas this summer.
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Extra funding agreed for adult bakery apprentices in Scotland
Additional funding has been agreed to try and increase the number of adult apprentices in Scotland in areas such as bakery. The move follows consultation between sector skills council Improve and Skills Development Scotland (SDS), and will see 400 adult apprentice places offered at food and drink companies. It follows the Scottish government’s decision to remove age restrictions on funding for Modern Apprenticeships (MAs).
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Manchester to host 2009 fair
Bakers’ Fair 2009 will take place at Manchester’s Armitage Centre on Sunday 4 October. Organised by British Baker, the show is free to attend and aims to provide inspiration and ideas for your business, as well as the chance to make important contacts.The exhibition will be sponsored by Norbake for ...
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’Easy treat’ cupcakes see 22% surge in sales
The popularity of cupcakes shows no sign of abating, with the category overtaking flapjacks to rival cookies in the total cake market following a 22% increase in value sales in the past 12 months.
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Tyrrells acts on impulse
Crisp manufacturer Tyrrells has launched an alternative range of impulse snacks. Tyrrells Alternatives include 80g Roasted Chilli Corn, 80g Habas Fritas Spiced Broad Beans, 50g Wasabi Peanuts and 50g Thai Chilli Crackers. Following market research, the range has been developed with convenience, packaging appeal, innovative seasonings and margin enhancement opportunities ...
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Livwell adds a pain au chocolat
Subsidiary of Finsbury Food group Livwell has added a gluten- and wheat-free pain au chocolat to its range. Livwell produces gluten-, wheat- and milk-free products including cakes, muffins, biscuits, bagels, pancakes, pies and puddings. The pain au chocolat will be available from selected Waitrose stores and direct from the bakery.Livwell’s ...
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Waitrose adds designer wedding cakes to range
Cake baker Fiona Cairns has launched a collection of bespoke wedding cakes in Waitrose. The rose petal design will be available in three different colours, including white with flame orange, pink and red petals. The three-tiered cakes have a cascading petal design and are available in three variations: fruit cake; ...
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UBUK extends Go Ahead! offer
United Biscuits (UBUK) has launched its new range, Go Ahead! Oat Squares, this month, designed to capitalise on the trend for healthier products. The soft baked bars come in two varieties - Apple & Blackberry and Mixed Berry - and are made using oats, sultanas and fruit-flavoured pieces. The individually ...
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Diploma offers alternative path to bakery training
A new qualification will allow 14- to 19-year-olds to study voca-tional courses in food and drink, including bakery, while still in school and college. The Diploma in Manufacturing and Product Design (MPD), which is being introduced in 28 areas around England from September, will allow students to gain accredited ...