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Energy crisis from Iran conflict sees UK food manufacturing confidence plummet

2026-05-29T09:26:00+01:00

A State of Industry report from the Food and Drink Federation reveals confidence levels across the industry has dropped to -64%, the lowest level seen since the 2022 invasion of Ukraine

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Islington’s Quince Bakery kicks off crowdfunder to open café

2026-05-28T13:35:00+01:00

Quince is hoping to raise £50,000 which will be used to fit out the new space and cover the equipment needed to open a café opposite its existing bakery

Sprouted grain and seed bread

Making wholegrain bread cheaper than white could improve health, says BNF

2026-05-27T11:56:00+01:00

A new report by the British Nutrition Foundation urges supermarkets to commit to a structural shift in pricing to make healthier food easier to access

Ulrick + Short - Lemon muffin made with new Avanté 25 sugar reduction solution

Suppliers roll out bakery ingredients to help enhance nutrition and margins

2026-05-27T11:50:00+01:00

New ingredients helping save costs, reduce sugar, boost fibre content, and enhance the flavour and texture of baked goods have been rolled out by suppliers

Awards

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Deadline extended for Baking Industry Awards 2026

2026-05-19T09:30:00+01:00By

Due to the volume of entries still coming in, British Baker is giving the industry two more weeks to ensure everyone has time to celebrate their achievements

Reports

  • Bakery Market Report 2026

  • Bakery NPD Guide 2026

  • Top Bakery Trends 2026

  • Bakery Retail Guide 2025

Events

  • Britain’s Best Cake 2026 winner revealed

  • Britain’s Best Loaf 2026 winner revealed

  • Full list of Britain’s Best Cake 2026 medal winners revealed

  • Full list of Britain’s Best Loaf 2026 medal winners revealed

  • Magic sponges and top frostings: photo gallery from Britain’s Best Cake 2025

  • Caught bread-handed: best moments from Britain’s Best Loaf 2026

Webinar

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Webinar: How to bake on strength – enzyme solutions that keep dough in shape

2026-02-12T14:58:00+00:00Paid for by

If you want stronger dough and fewer headaches in real-world production, this session is for you.