The future is “phygital,” exclaimed Sophie Blum, chief marketing and channel officer for Puratos, during a Sunday, Sept. 18, session at the Artisan Marketplace, Crafted by Puratos (Booth No. 3645) at the International Baking Industry Exposition (IBIE).

Global ingredient supplier Corbion showcases state-of-the-art solutions for extending product shelf life, increasing operational efficiency, reducing waste and protecting against price and supply variability at the International Baking Industry Exposition, which took place 17-21 at the Las Vegas Convention Center.

While food manufacturing companies say they feel more prepared to deal with another pandemic, 45% say they still don’t feel very prepared, according to research conducted by AIB International.

Consumers feel an incredible level of permissibility when it comes to purchasing baked foods, according to the latest survey by the American Bakers Association.

Further expanding the range of its sustainability projects, Grupo Bimbo SAB de CV has launched regenerative agriculture pilot tests both in Mexico and the United States, said Daniel Servitje, chief executive officer.

At IBIE 2022, many organizations in the baking industry are marking major milestones.

The challenges overcome in planning IBIE 2022 were formidable, but the excitement and success evident in the event’s first days are cause for great celebration, said Kerwin Brown, the chief executive officer of BEMA. 

IBIE 2022 united a scattered industry as it opened on Sunday, Sept. 18. As IBIE 2022 Committee Chair Dennis Gunnell, president of Formost Fuji, cut the ceremonial loaf of bread, relief and gratitude were the emotions of the day as the industry returned to Las Vegas after three long years of pandemic isolation and unprecedented challenges.

Global bakery manufacturer and ingredients distributor Dawn Foods has unveiled its new Global Bakery Trends Report and announced its latest product innovation, Dawn Exceptional Pak Perfect Non-Sticky Glaze at the International Baking Industry Exposition (IBIE).

The COVID-19 pandemic put many new products on hold, especially in the instore bakery, which was largely shut down due to concerns of viral spread.