Pulse proteins sit at the intersection of two major food trends: plant-based and flexitarian diets and the increasing preoccupation with having more proteins in one’s diet to support healthy aging and mobility. Major ingredient producers…

Baking plant-based products presents unique challenges, as alternative ingredients—such as nut flours, vegetable oils, and plant-based substitutes for eggs, butter, and milk—significantly alter the structure and behaviour of dough. Enzymes…

Starches are versatile ingredients used to thicken, stabilize, and smooth baked goods, as well as a wide range of food and non-food products. Derived from natural sources such as corn, potatoes, wheat, and peas, they support clean-label…

Global vegan bakery market is approximately USD336.1m in 2025, according to Future Market Insight. The market is facilitated by ongoing innovation in plant materials like aquafaba as egg substitutes, cashew creams, and coconut butters. But…

After turning almost everything into flour, from pumpkin seeds to olives to sweet lupin, the new wave of innovation comes from sustainably produced flours that allow bakers to use the coveted climate-friendly claims. However, the road to…

Germany’s baked goods industry entered 2024 under intense cost pressure, as soaring prices for ingredients and energy drove up production expenses. In response, the sector is leaning into efficiency improvements and sustainability…

Plant-based baked goods have firmly established themselves in Europe's bakery landscape, driven by a dynamic interplay between consumer demand for healthier, sustainable alternatives and industry innovations in product development. This…

Wanting to be plant-forward and also have enough protein in your diet or have only clean label products is a conundrum that many consumers live in these days. However, ingredient makers have been working hard in the past years to help…

From cutting-edge ovens to AI-driven production lines, iba 2025 is shaping up to be a showcase of serious innovation for the global baking industry. This May, the world’s leading trade fair for bakery, confectionery and snacks will bring…

From 18 to 22 May 2025, the global baking community will once again gather for iba, the world's leading trade fair for bakery, confectionery and snacks. This year's edition, hosted ar Messe Düsseldorf, promises a wealth of innovation,…

Bakery China 2025 is set to transform Shanghai into the global capital of baking innovation from May 19-22, bringing together thousands of industry leaders, professionals, and renowned exhibitors from around the world. As the premier event…

Fats are disputed just as much as they are necessary. Some people prefer animal fats, others want plant-based ones. Some want more, some want less. Whether their preference is science-based or not, bakers must cater to these needs and…

Bernd Kütscher, the managing director of the National Academy of the Bakery Trade and the German Bread Institute, gives us a tour of the German bakery market and how has the education system for bakers been adapting to the changes in…

The bakery industry in the Asia Pacific region is undergoing remarkable transformation, driven by evolving consumer preferences, rapid urbanization, and technological advancements. With a projected market value set to reach USD 268.98…

Ingredient producers have been investing heavily in research and development of new solutions that help baked goods stay fresh longer. These solutions help prevent food waste and save ingredients, energy and work hours that would otherwise…

The baked goods category is getting back on its feet in the United Kingdom and Ireland, with little differences in each of the two countries. Here’s a look at how the products perform in these two markets. Following two years of significant…

By listening carefully to our customers' wishes, we innovate at the right points. This enables us, together with our customers, to achieve great innovative successes time after time in the areas our customers need. This way of working…

Our priorities for 2025 include expanding automation solutions, providing advanced training for our customers’ teams, and strengthening our aftermarket parts and service offerings to ensure comprehensive customer support. As we step into…