With the return to in-person exhibitions, Sirha Europain is introducing a new section, Sweet Creations, hosting players in the pastry industry. In addition to masterclasses, workshops and roundtables featured on the different stages, the trade fair will stage the return of the European Pastry Cup, and, for the first time, the French selection event for the World Pastry Cup.
As the government of Serbia decided to ban the export of flour, wheat, corn and oil, the Mill Industry Association, Zitounija, spoke against the measure. In total, Serbia planted wheat on an estimated area of 600,000 Ha last year.
Subway introduced authentic-style new Italian sandwiches throughout the US. Italian quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo will promote the range and introduce his own new Italian sub to The Vault, the brand’s exclusive menu only available on the Subway app and the official website.
The MIWE GVA e+ unit is a versatile equipment, covering temperatures ranging from -20°C for freezing, to +40°C for forced proofing, and anything in between. In addition to these temperature settings, any humidity patterns can also be applied, in any order, and in freely selectable time segments.
The Association of German Plant Bakeries called for bakeries to be prioritized in the event of bottlenecks in energy supply, in a letter sent to the ministries of the federal states responsible for energy issues.
The Greater Knead, a manufacturer of New York-style bagels, introduced Soft Pretzel Nuggets, made with natural, premium ingredients and are certified gluten-free, Top 9 allergen-free, Non-GMO Project Verified, vegan, and kosher.
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, ongoing since February 24, is threatening the food supply in Europe, Africa and Asia. Ukrainian farmers have been forced to leave their fields as millions of people seek refuge.
Professionals in the bread sector signed the first collective agreement alongside the Ministries of Agriculture and Health, on reducing the salt content of bread. The agreement was finalized in a meeting at the International Agricultural Show on March 3.
EFSA’s scientists have completed a comprehensive safety assessment of sugars in the diet and their potential links to health problems. The study concluded that “intakes of added and free sugars should be as low as possible as part of a nutritionally adequate diet.”
2021 was an exceptional year for Grupo Bimbo, which delivered record levels of sales, volume and profit, Daniel Servitje, Chairman and CEO, said in a statement announcing last year’s performance.