All articles by Vince Bamford – Page 9
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NewsHannes Berger named CEO of gluten-free supplier Dr Schär
Former North America president takes reins following departure of Philipp Schoeller
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NewsCould faba beans be the future of British bread?
Scientists believe adding faba – or broad – beans to bread in place of soya might transform the UK diet
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FeatureMagic beans: how bakeries can boost sales with coffee
With high margins and the chance to drive extra footfall, hot drinks offer great opportunities for bakers to increase their profits
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NewsPremier Foods cakes sales dented by Cadbury production line problems
Branded cake sales declined in last quarter but non-branded sales continued their strong growth
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NewsEPP working with Urban Legend to ramp up doughnut production
The equipment supplier had previously kitted the doughnut manufacturer out with a dough divider
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NewsBako launches sourdough loaves under its Finish range
The new range includes white, multi-seed, and three cheese & jalapeno loaves, plus a cheese & onion sourdough baguette
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NewsBread prices: average cost of white loaf up 5p in a month
Shoppers paid an average of £1.46 for an 800g unwrapped white loaf in December, up from £1.41 the previous month
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NewsCost price increases: how are retailers responding to bakers’ requests?
Groceries Code Adjudicator calls on suppliers to answer the 2023 groceries sector survey
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NewsWarburtons unveils new thin bagels and gluten-free NPD
Bakery boss Jonathan Warburton says further growth is expected from the brand’s Thin Bagels range
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NewsCoffee#1 extends presence in Midlands and South East
The business has announced the opening of new sites in Leek, Macclesfield and Epsom
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NewsBaking industry calls for further action on energy scheme
Trade groups warn that higher energy costs and a lack of clarity in parts of scheme will leave bakers considering their future
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NewsChristmas pudding sales up by a million after years of decline
Puddings back in growth but supermarket shoppers bought fewer mince pies in 2022 with volume sales down 6.2%
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NewsEnergy bills discount scheme ‘could be disaster for small businesses’
Trade bodies voice concern over reduction of support for small business and call for clarity on how the new scheme will be applied
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NewsWarrens Bakery reports strong performance following end of CVA
Turnover up 30% to £12.5m as Cornish pasty retailer reports a “significant” increase in profitability
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NewsEnergy bill discount scheme for businesses announced
Businesses in sectors with high levels of energy use will be able to apply to receive a higher level of discount
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NewsFlour Pot Bakery invests in sustainable wood pellet oven
Bakery founder says installation of new Polin oven and a grid divider has dramatically improved workflow