All British Baker articles in March 2022
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News
Federation of Bakers: cost rises could put bread supply at risk
Chief executive Gordon Polson has written to the environment secretary warning that bread could become unavailable and businesses unviable without government support
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Feature
How are bakery sector giants becoming more sustainable?
We round up some of the significant environmental commitments and goals large manufacturers in the bakery space have made within their wider ESG strategies
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News
Riverside Bakery strike postponed due to improved pay offer
Unite has called off the walk-out by more than 170 of its members to allow workers time to vote on a new proposal tabled by The Compleat Food Group
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News
Countdown to National Doughnut Week 2022 begins
Bakers are encouraged to whip up ‘all new doughnut creations’ in support of the week which raises funds for charity The Children’s Trust
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News
Lovingly Artisan and Matthews join forces for Ukraine appeal
The two companies are discounting and donating in a push to urge bakers to raise funds for the British Red Cross Ukraine Crisis Appeal
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News
Bakers urged to ensure compliance with calorie labelling law
Bureau Veritas says large out of home food businesses must be ready for the new rules coming into effect in April
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News
Pladis unveils ‘healthier’ McVitie’s Rich Tea Delights
The new version of the classic dunker contains 30% less sugar than the typical semi-sweet biscuit and sits outside upcoming HFSS regulation, according to the manufacturer
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News
Defra announces changes to Extended Producer Responsibility
The government’s response to an industry consultation has revealed adjustments to the cost liabilities placed on producers for packaging waste
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News
Clean label presents ‘significant’ opportunity for foodservice
A new report by Ingredion called ‘Put profitability on the menu’ names bakery as the number one global clean label category and outlines how operators can reap the benefits of the trend
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Product News
Bakeries team up with well-known brands on NPD
Bridor, Crosstown and Ginger Bakers are among the businesses to team up with other brands for the creation of new products
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Promotional feature
Explore and capture the latest bakery trends for 2022
It’s no secret that health is at the top of the agenda for many consumers in 2022. So, for bakers looking for inspiration for new product launches, the following trends offer an excellent start, says Delice de France.
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News
Craft bakers predict hot cross bun sales will soar in 2022
A Craft Bakers Association survey revealed 77% of bakers expect to see more of the seasonal treats this year, with alternative flavours coming to the fore
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News
Jobs at risk as Pladis proposes Manchester site restructure
The snack manufacturer warned 159 out of 470 roles at the factory could be lost because of the plan
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News
Jones Village Bakery seals supply deal with Five Guys
The Wrexham-based business will make buns and rolls for UK branches of the fast-growing American burger chain
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News
Time running out to enter Britain’s Best Loaf 2022
Bakers only have until the end of Monday 28 March to put their loaves forward for this year’s competition at NEC Birmingham on Monday 25 April
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News
Bakers rally round to offer support to Ukraine
Bakers are raising funds and sending baked goods to those in need as they seek to help people displaced by the conflict
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Costa commits to carbon emission reduction targets
The chain aims to become a net zero business by 2040 and halve emissions per coffee serving by 2030
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Feature Synopses
May online feature: Doughnut trends 2022
This feature, which will be published during National Doughnut Week, will explore the trends playing out on the doughnut market
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Feature Synopses
April online feature: Summer bakery trends 2022
This feature will explore the flavours and formats expected to be big in bakery this summer
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Product News
M&S reveals new spring cake range with BBF
A Speckled Egg Cake Jar and Strawberries & Cream Cake are among the new additions being rolled out in time for Mother’s Day and Easter