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    Anti-GM wheat campaign launched

    2012-03-02T00:00:00Z

    GM Freeze has launched a new campaign – ‘GM Wheat? No Thanks!’, in protest at the government’s approval of an open-air field trial of GM wheat by Rothamsted Research.

  • Savoury baked goods see growth
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    Savoury baked goods see growth

    2012-03-02T00:00:00Z

    Fresh savoury bakery products are very much in demand by consumers, but retailers need to make the most of in-store siting in order to capitalise on the opportunity, according to Lantmännen Unibake UK.

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    Foodmentalists has high hopes for honours

    2012-03-02T00:00:00Z

    Yorkshire-based Foodmentalists has been shortlisted for four categories in the Free From Food Awards 2012.

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    Allied Bakeries extends 400g bread line

    2012-03-01T00:00:00Z

    Allied Bakeries has extended its range of 400g loaves to include Kingsmill Tasty Wholemeal, Kingsmill 50/50 and Kingsmill Soft White and Burgen Soya and Linseed.

  • Greggs scoops top BB75 position
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    Greggs scoops top BB75 position

    2012-03-01T00:00:00Z

    High street bakery chain Greggs has topped British Baker’s BB75 list for 2012.

  • Upper Crust campaign targets breakfast blues
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    Upper Crust campaign targets breakfast blues

    2012-03-01T00:00:00Z

    Baguette chain Upper Crust has launched a new range of breakfast rolls, supported by a light-hearted advertising campaign.

  • Greggs launches mobile app
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    Greggs launches mobile app

    2012-02-29T00:00:00Z

    Greggs has developed its first app for Android and iPhones this week.

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    Bakery grows at Canada Bread

    2012-02-29T00:00:00Z

    Canadian firm Canada Bread saw overall bakery sales rise, following price increases implemented in early 2011, as well as increased sales volumes in its UK business.

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    Paul Hollywood helps with Ireks/Mono bread demo

    2012-02-29T00:00:00Z

    Ireks and Mono Equipment will be teaming up at Hotelympia 2012 for a bread-making demonstration with Great British Bake Off judge Paul Hollywood.

  • Gail’s opens 10th outlet
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    Gail’s opens 10th outlet

    2012-02-28T00:00:00Z

    Gail’s officially opened its new Soho bakery last week, as it continues its expansion across London.

  • Costa sales up 25%
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    Costa sales up 25%

    2012-02-28T00:00:00Z

    Costa Coffee has reported a 25% increase in total sales for the 50 weeks to 16 February 2012.

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    Margins squeezed at Allied Bakeries

    2012-02-28T00:00:00Z

    Despite revenue growth for its Kingsmill brand, strong competition, driven by a high level of promotion, has squeezed margins at Allied Bakeries.

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    Former Baker of the Year returns to UK

    2012-02-28T00:00:00Z

    Former Baker of the Year Chris Pollard has returned to the UK to open a new French-inspired bakery and patisserie.

  • Cheesecake Factory to make UK debut
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    Cheesecake Factory to make UK debut

    2012-02-28T00:00:00Z

    American restaurant chain Cheesecake Factory is set to make its UK debut in the capital this year.

  • BIA 2012 open for entries
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    BIA 2012 open for entries

    2012-02-27T00:00:00Z

    British Baker is pleased to announce entries for the 2012 Baking Industry Awards are now open. Organised by British Baker, the awards are now in their 25th year and will take place on Wednesday 12 September at the Park Lane Hilton in London.

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    New Britain Palm Oil enjoys profits surge

    2012-02-27T00:00:00Z

    New Britain Palm Oil has announced that its revenue increased by 69% to around £491.5m ($780.1m) during 2011.

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    Greggs chief calls for UK job creation

    2012-02-27T00:00:00Z

    Ken McMeikan, Greggs chief executive, has claimed that the company’s profts have aided job creation.

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    Video: Chocolate trends with Bachmanns Patisserie

    2012-02-24T00:00:00Z

    British Baker speaks to Chris Bachmann, owner of Bachmanns Patisserie and Chocolate Creations about what trends he is noticing in terms of chocolate for use in bakery and patisserie products, as well as his predictions for what will be popular in the near future.

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    FEDIMA highlights ingredient issues

    2012-02-24T00:00:00Z

    An EU trade association will be holding its fifth symposium to discuss challenges behind agricultural ingredients in the bakery chain.

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    Zeelandia takes school initiative on food

    2012-02-24T00:00:00Z

    A bakery ingredients supplier has visited school pupils to entice young talent into the food manufacturing industry.