Cybake Publishes New White Paper, ‘Making the Move to a Digital Production Planning Tool’, for Retail Bakers and Food-to-Go Operators

November 11, 2024 Cybake

The white paper is aimed at operations directors who have responsibility for in-store food production as well as those involved in continuous improvement, digital transformation, or information technology.

Middleby Acquires JC Ford, Leader in Chip and Tortilla Production Systems

November 7, 2024 Middleby

The Middleby Corporation announced the acquisition of JC Ford, a leading manufacturer of tortilla production equipment systems. Founded in 1945, the company is based in Columbia, Tenn., and has $70 million in annual revenues.

Center for Advanced Professional Studies Could Provide a Pipeline for Bakery Jobs

November 7, 2024 Parkway Food Group

The baking industry workforce challenges are complex. The US education system has been moving away from funneling students into trades for decades now, promoting college education as the best path forward. The image of manufacturing as a career path has declined in the eyes of students, with more visible jobs like technology taking center stage. Baking companies are swimming against multiple currents to recruit and retain workers.  

Tonya’s Cream Cheese Pound Cake Selected as One of Oprah’s Favorite Things 2024

November 7, 2024 Tonya's Cookies

Tonya Council, the talented baker and entrepreneur behind Tonya’s Cookies, announced today that her Cream Cheese Pound Cake is included in 2024 Oprah’s Favorite Things holiday gifts list featured on OprahDaily.com and in Oprah Daily’s special print 2024 Holiday Edition, on newsstands nationwide on November 12.

The Sam’s Club Bakery Item Customers ‘Buy Weekly’ is Back—and Bigger Than Ever

November 7, 2024 Bailey Fink, Yahoo

This decadent, layered dessert starts with a flaky, crumbly crust that’s filled with luscious, silky-smooth chocolate and topped with a mountain of whipped cream and chocolate curls. It’s been a customer favorite for years thanks to its “melt-in-your-mouth” texture and delicious mousse-like filling.