Fi Europe is gearing up for its biggest and best year ever, its organizer anticipates. More than 1,500 exhibitors and a program of expert presentations are a part of the fair taking place from November 19 to 21. Over 25,000 visitors from 135 countries are expected to attend.
Lallemand Inc. acquired CerealTech Pte Ltd, a bakery ingredient business based in Singapore, for an undisclosed amount. Lallemand will integrate the business and associated employees into its Lallemand Baking Solutions (LBS) business as of October 15.
Fedima published an industry-wide Code of Conduct for Responsible Sourcing in the bakery ingredients industry, aimed at Fedima members and all suppliers of the bakery and patisserie industry in Europe. The Code of Conduct provides responsible sourcing standards and guidance for their implementation.
The worst cocoa supply deficit in over 60 is here, with farmers in West Africa facing adversities related to the weather and disease. The consequences will soon be felt by consumers, a CNBC report anticipates.
The new President of Fedima, Thomas Lesaffre, shared his views on the role of the association in defending the industry and the work ahead, in support of the organization’s members, their customers and the consumer.
FDL, with USD 120 million in projected 2023 sales, offers significant innovation capabilities along with a strong presence in the USD 900 billion European foodservice channel. ADM intends to complete the transaction by end of January 2024.
The Women’s Networking Breakfast was held on November 29 at Fi Europe 2023, aiming to bridge the disconnect between women’s representation in leadership in the food industry and their involvement in food production and related purchasing decisions.
The Federation of European Manufacturers and Suppliers of Ingredients to the Bakery, Confectionary and Patisserie Industries (Fedima), elected a new Board during its Annual General Assembly (GA) in Seville, Spain, held from September 20 to 21. The event also saw members discuss priorities for the year ahead, share the challenges facing the sector, and gather to connect.
The National Confectioners Association (NCA) and the Association of Chocolate, Biscuit and Confectionery Industries of Europe (CAOBISCO) released a joint statement calling for governments of both the United States and Europe to take urgent action to address sugar shortages.
DSM and Firmenich announced they agreed to merge. The partnership, to be called DSM-Firmenich, will work on innovation in nutrition, well-being and beauty.
New legislation requiring calorie information to be displayed on menus and food labels applies to large businesses such as takeaways, restaurants and cafes in the UK, as of April 6, bakeries included.
Angel Yeast announced the opening of its latest food ingredient factory, with facilities that enable automated operation and improved quality control with smart production lines.
