bakery innovation
Exclusives
Acorn and Carob Bean Flours
Discover how ancient Roman ingredients are revolutionising modern bakery. Acorn and carob flours offer sustainable, nutrient-rich alternatives to traditional cereals, perfect for both conventional and gluten-free breads with exceptional health benefits and unique flavors.
Innovation
Baking Europe Autumn
Where heritage meets innovation: explore how AI-powered hygiene, plant-based egg alternatives and smart wastewater solutions are transforming modern bakeries. From enzyme toolkits for high-protein baking to natural malt enhancements, discover technologies that reinforce tradition while meeting today's demands for sustainability, safety and nutrition. Technology that serves tradition and tradition that inspires technology.
New products
Hovis Enters Sourdough Market with New Cob Range
Hovis launches first sourdough range with White and Seeded Sourdough Cobs. UK sourdough market worth £170m sees 56% YoY growth as brand targets premium bakery segment.
Funding & investment
Palm-Alt: A Locally-Produced Alternative to Palm Shortening
Researchers at Queen Margaret University have developed Palm-Alt, a replacement for palm shortening in industrial bakery applications. Made from rapeseed oil, fibres and proteins, the ingredient delivers up to 25% less fat and 89% less saturated fat whilst maintaining texture and flavour in biscuits, cakes and bread. Now in commercial trials.
Ingredients
British Bakels Introduces Ambient-Stable Mallow Solution for Commercial Bakeries
British Bakels launches Ready-to-Use Mallow - an ambient-stable, vegetarian topping and filling for industrial bakeries. Eliminates refrigeration requirements, streamlines production workflows, and enables product innovation across doughnuts, desserts, and biscuits.
Events
Industrial Bakers Eye New Opportunities at Speciality & Fine Food Fair 2025
Discover key bakery suppliers at Speciality & Fine Food Fair 2025, Olympia London. Industrial bakers can source artisan breads, premium snacks, frozen cakes, and innovative bakery products from heritage brands including Stag Bakeries, Breeøsh, and The Drinks Bakery. Trade event connects manufacturers with foodservice operators seeking distinctive bakery solutions.
Sustainability
Fedima Extends €20,000 Sustainability Grant Deadline for European Bakery Sector
Fedima extends application deadline to 15 August 2025 for €20,000 sustainability grant supporting European bakery sector. Grant targets small businesses, craft bakers and research institutes developing sustainable solutions in circular economy, waste reduction and energy efficiency. Applications open to EU, EFTA, UK and Turkey-based organisations with turnover under €10 million.
New products
What Gen Z Wants from Bakery Products: A Student's Fresh Perspective
Discover how a food tech student developed an Instagram-worthy matcha coconut loaf for UK supermarkets. Fresh insights into Gen Z consumer preferences, sustainable ingredient sourcing, and commercial bakery product development methodology.








