Puratos plans to expand BFL’s facilities and workforce to double current production output of its natural yeast and sourdough products.

According to the Canadian company, it is one of the first industrial artisan bakeries to acquire such a designation for a robust range of products.

The Biscuit & Cracker Manufacturers’ Association will hold its 90th Technical Conference May 3-6 in Tampa, FL.

Did you miss the new products, ingredients and equipment posted on www.snackandbakery.com this week? If so, check them out now.

Rich Scalise of Hearthside Food Solutions remains chairman of ABA’s 2015-2016 board.

The American Bakers Association changes the name of its Executive Leadership Development Committee to NextGenBaker to reflect a broader and redoubled effort to engage and energize the next generation of baking and allied industry leaders.

The bakery will discontinue the production of breads and baked goods associated with Theodoro Bakery to meet the production needs of Bella Four Bakery.

Patricia Andersen of Delkor Systems Inc., will chair PMMI’s Education & Workforce Development Committee.

Chicago-based cooperative recognized two bakeries at its annual shareholders’ meeting in Florida.

John McGowan is now president, North American Oilseeds, while Ray Bradbury is president, North American Oils.