Countdown to Convening Cocoa Sector Leaders for WCF Partnership Meeting

The cocoa sector faces formidable challenges: climate change, disease, declining productivity, evolving regulation, supply deficits and market volatility. Against this backdrop, the WCF Partnership Meeting will highlight the pressing need for sustainable practices to develop resilience—both individual and collective—and ensure the future of cocoa farming and the broader industry.

Middleby Bakery Names Joakim Nordell Bread & Bun Category Manager

January 23, 2025 Middleby Corporation

In this role, Joakim Nordell will leverage his extensive engineering and sales expertise to lead international sales efforts and deliver innovative, turn-key solutions for bread and bun production lines.

Rich Products Taps New EVP and Chief People Officer

January 23, 2025 Rich Products

Monica Novomisle will lead Rich’s Associate Experience Network (AEN) – the company’s unique approach to People, which focuses on delivering exceptional experiences to Rich’s associates, built around the moments that matter most to them. In her role, she will oversee HR, Communications and Workplaces.

Sweetmore Bakeries Announces Acquisition of Mexican Pastry Manufacturer Azteca Bakeries

January 23, 2025 Sweetmore Bakeries

Sweetmore Bakeries is pleased to announce that it has completed an acquisition of Azteca Bakeries, a wholesale manufacturer of authentic Mexican pastries and baked goods. The acquisition of Azteca will add to the already expansive set of premium products offered by Sweetmore Bakeries across retail and foodservice channels.

Wooden Table Baking Company Introduces Rosewater Meringue Cookies – A Valentine’s Day Delight

January 22, 2025 Wooden Table Baking Co.

Crafted with care, each cookie combines the buttery, crumbly goodness of rosewater-infused shortbread with a light, airy meringue glaze. The result? A subtly floral, melt-in-your-mouth treat that pairs beautifully with afternoon tea, coffee, or as a sweet finale to any meal.