<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom"><channel><title><![CDATA[Bakery - Newslocker]]></title><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/bakery/</link><atom:link rel="self" href="https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/bakery/rss/" /><atom:link rel="hub" href="http://pubsubhubbub.appspot.com" /><description><![CDATA[Find your latest Bakery news with just one click. Don't miss out on anything happening in your profession!]]></description><language>en-uk</language><copyright>Copyright (C) 2026 newslocker.com</copyright><lastBuildDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 10:23:00 +0200</lastBuildDate><item><title><![CDATA[Can AI unlock your factory’s hidden capacity?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Pringles says AI lifted factory capacity by 10% without new machinery. Could food producers unlock more output from their existing production lines?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/bakery/can-ai-unlock-your-factorys-hidden-capacity/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 10:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/bakery/can-ai-unlock-your-factorys-hidden-capacity/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nestlé sheds mainstream VMS business in $1bn deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nestl&eacute; has agreed to sell its mainstream Vitamins, Minerals and Supplements portfolio to Yellow Wood Partners in a $1bn deal, as the food giant sharpens its focus on premium, science-led nutrition brands.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/bakery/nestl-sheds-mainstream-vms-business-in-1bn-deal/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 10:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/bakery/nestl-sheds-mainstream-vms-business-in-1bn-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mondelēz, PepsiCo and pladis to take part in circular packaging trial]]></title><description><![CDATA[Companies including Mondel&#275;z, PepsiCo and pladis are taking part in a Belgium-wide packaging trial which will test whether invisible watermarks can improve sorting. If successful, the trail will enable the development of more targeted recycling systems. The trial aims to get industry ready for PPWR minimums on recycled packaging content that will be introduced in 2030.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/bakery/mondelz-pepsico-and-pladis-to-take-part-in-circular-packaging-trial/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 15:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/bakery/mondelz-pepsico-and-pladis-to-take-part-in-circular-packaging-trial/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Should food businesses stay private?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Should food companies stay private? Long-lived businesses such as Mars and Ferrero have blossomed into global giants while remaining family-owned, seemingly not held back by their ownership structures. But remaining private has disadvantages as well as advantages.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/bakery/should-food-businesses-stay-private/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 12:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/bakery/should-food-businesses-stay-private/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The 7 trends shaping the future of confectionery]]></title><description><![CDATA[Discover the key trends shaping the future of confectionery, from premiumisation and AI to sustainability, automation and better-for-you innovation.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/bakery/the-7-trends-shaping-the-future-of-confectionery/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 13:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/bakery/the-7-trends-shaping-the-future-of-confectionery/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Climate change is an existential threat to food]]></title><description><![CDATA[The recent droughts and heatwaves in Europe, and their impact on food crops, have topped the news agenda throughout the summer. But strain on food production due to climate change is not new; it has been impacting commodities such as cocoa and coffee for years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/bakery/climate-change-is-an-existential-threat-to-food/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 10:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/bakery/climate-change-is-an-existential-threat-to-food/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Global Top 100 Most Valuable Food Brands 2026 announced]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nestl&eacute; retains its crown as the world's most valuable food brand in 2026, while Lay's holds second place despite a significant valuation gap. Yili, Doritos and Lindt post strong gains, while Tyson records the biggest decline among the top 10 food brands.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/bakery/global-top-100-most-valuable-food-brands-2026-announced/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/bakery/global-top-100-most-valuable-food-brands-2026-announced/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PPWR PFAS limits: How to keep ‘forever chemicals’ out of packaging]]></title><description><![CDATA[The PPWR, which is enforceable from 12 August, introduces limits on the amount of PFAS that can be present in packaging. How can manufacturers ensure that these limits are adhered to?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/bakery/ppwr-pfas-limits-how-to-keep-forever-chemicals-out-of-packaging/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/bakery/ppwr-pfas-limits-how-to-keep-forever-chemicals-out-of-packaging/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Could climate change force a rewrite of the world’s recipes?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Climate change, supply chain disruption and geopolitical tensions are pushing food manufacturers to explore cocoa alternatives, microbial proteins and climate-resilient crops.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/bakery/could-climate-change-force-a-rewrite-of-the-worlds-recipes/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/bakery/could-climate-change-force-a-rewrite-of-the-worlds-recipes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Barry Callebaut appoints ex-Mondelēz exec as COO]]></title><description><![CDATA[Barry Callebaut appoints ex Mondel&#275;z International exec, Thomas Gaengler, to COO, restoring role after nearly three years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/bakery/barry-callebaut-appoints-ex-mondelz-exec-as-coo/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 16:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/bakery/barry-callebaut-appoints-ex-mondelz-exec-as-coo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why the former McVitie’s boss is betting on private label]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former pladis CEO Cem Karaka&#351; explains why acquisitions, retailer innovation and global expansion are increasing the value of private-label manufacturers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/bakery/why-the-former-mcvities-boss-is-betting-on-private-label/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 10:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/bakery/why-the-former-mcvities-boss-is-betting-on-private-label/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Will Iraq become PepsiCo’s next Middle East manufacturing hub?]]></title><description><![CDATA[PepsiCo is doubling down on expanding its Middle East production, with Iraq emerging as a strong focus market]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/bakery/will-iraq-become-pepsicos-next-middle-east-manufacturing-hub/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 05:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/bakery/will-iraq-become-pepsicos-next-middle-east-manufacturing-hub/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mondelēz accelerates premiumisation drive]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mondel&#275;z is premiumising brands from Cadbury to Toblerone as it looks to capitalise on growing demand for indulgence and drive long-term growth.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/bakery/mondelz-accelerates-premiumisation-drive/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 13:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/bakery/mondelz-accelerates-premiumisation-drive/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PepsiCo bets on healthier versions of legacy brands]]></title><description><![CDATA[PepsiCo&rsquo;s nutrition strategy reflects investment in modernizing legacy brands to meet fragmented consumer demand for health-forward products, according to results from its 2025 ESG report.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/bakery/pepsico-bets-on-healthier-versions-of-legacy-brands/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 15:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/bakery/pepsico-bets-on-healthier-versions-of-legacy-brands/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Confectionery fraud surges as manufacturers struggle to stay ahead]]></title><description><![CDATA[Confectionery fraud is rising as volatile cocoa markets, premium ingredient demand and supply chain disruption create new opportunities for adulteration, substitution and counterfeiting. Discover the biggest fraud risks facing chocolate, nuts, honey and other confectionery ingredients, and how manufacturers are responding.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/bakery/confectionery-fraud-surges-as-manufacturers-struggle-to-stay-ahead/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 13:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/bakery/confectionery-fraud-surges-as-manufacturers-struggle-to-stay-ahead/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Unilever is offloading its food businesses – but keeping ice tea]]></title><description><![CDATA[While Unilever is offloading its food brands to McCormick, it will retain co-ownership of Lipton Ice Tea as part of Pepsi Lipton, its joint venture with PepsiCo.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/bakery/unilever-is-offloading-its-food-businesses-but-keeping-ice-tea/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/bakery/unilever-is-offloading-its-food-businesses-but-keeping-ice-tea/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Diageo cuts 2,000 staff members amid restructuring]]></title><description><![CDATA[Diageo&rsquo;s workforce fell by almost 2,000 people last year as chief executive Sir Dave Lewis pushes ahead with a $1bn cost cutting programme.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/bakery/diageo-cuts-2000-staff-members-amid-restructuring/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 10:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/bakery/diageo-cuts-2000-staff-members-amid-restructuring/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Overturning 7 industry assumptions about the GLP-1 consumer]]></title><description><![CDATA[New data from IFF, PwC, BCG and The Harris Poll UK challenges assumptions about GLP-1 consumers, bakery demand, grocery spending and product development.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/bakery/overturning-7-industry-assumptions-about-the-glp-1-consumer/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 10:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/bakery/overturning-7-industry-assumptions-about-the-glp-1-consumer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Can culturally rooted snacks survive industrial scale?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Regional flavors are going global, but industrial production can erase their identity. Patang reveals how provenance, consistency and scale can coexist.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/bakery/can-culturally-rooted-snacks-survive-industrial-scale/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 10:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/bakery/can-culturally-rooted-snacks-survive-industrial-scale/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What do consumers call GLP-1s?]]></title><description><![CDATA[When consumers talk about GLP-1s, what do they call them? Do they use brand names like Ozempic and Mounjaro, shorthands like 'fat jabs,' or the clinical term itself?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/bakery/what-do-consumers-call-glp-1s/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 11:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/bakery/what-do-consumers-call-glp-1s/</guid></item></channel></rss>