La Farm Bakery Celebrates 25th Anniversary with Promotions and Donation to NC Hospitality Worker Relief Fund

October 15, 2024 La Farm Bakery

Renowned Master Baker Lionel Vatinet, co-owner Missy Vatinet, and COO Omar Gaye, proudly announce La Farm Bakery’s 25th anniversary – to be celebrated the week of October 23rd-26th.

Penske & Cimcorp Serve Up Fresh Innovation for Bakery Fulfillment

October 15, 2024 Cimcorp

Cimcorp will provide cutting-edge automated systems and software designed to optimize bakery order fulfillment, enabling Penske to improve processing volume, order accuracy, product freshness, and ROI for its customers.

Thomas’ Gears Up for the Holiday Season with the Return of Limited Edition Cranberry Line

Thomas’ Breads, the top seller of grocery store English Muffins and bagels in the U.S., is bringing back its fan favorite seasonal Cranberry Bagels and English Muffins. Now until December 28, consumers can find this festive flavor at retailers nationwide.

American Bakers Association Announces 2 New Board Members

The American Bakers Association (ABA) has appointed two new Board Members to fill open seats for the 2024-26 term. Kim Albers-Nisbet, CEO of United States Bakery, fills the vacant Baker Member seat, while Carrie Jones-Barber, CEO of Dawn Foods, fills the vacant Allied Member seat. The next call for open ABA Board seats will be held in Q1 2025, with the election taking place during the 2025 Convention.

Mondelēz Takes Minority Stake in Healthy Bakery Startup Urban Legend

October 10, 2024 Douglas Yu, Forbes

In a move that highlights the growing shift toward healthier bakery options in the UK, Oreo cookies maker Mondelēz International has made a first minority investment in local startup, Urban Legend, through its venture unit SnackFutures. Financial details were not disclosed.