As more consumers shift their attention to the foods they eat in the morning, bakers and snack food manufacturers are redefining the breakfast foods segment by offering downsized portions that are easier to eat and are nutritious.

New developments in robotics and automation are saving bakers and snack food manufacturers more in labor-related costs and enhancing their production efficiencies.

Innovations in the chocolate and cocoa segments are providing healthier, more sustainable alternatives for baked goods and snack food producers.

Hanging around the pool on a hot summer’s day curbs appetites and makes consumers crave healthy snacks

Innovative flavors and more nutritious ingredients are taking tortillas

The frozen baked goods segment shifts into high gear with the creation of more single-serving product lines, healthier ingredients and upscale flavors.

Holding the lead in the sweet snack race, cookies, like other bakery categories, are undergoing a healthy transformation that incorporates natural ingredients, super foods and clean labels.

Bagels, muffins and pies are three baked goods categories not usually known for having healthy attributes.

Depositing, dividing and rounding technology in the baking and snack industries is helping food manufacturers increase efficiencies, enhance sanitation, ensure safe operation and deliver products that meet their customers’ needs.