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Your News and Information portal to the Professional Baking, Milling and Snack Industries
This site, with its regular newsletters dedicated to the Baking, Milling and Snack industries brings you:
- The latest news and developments from South Africa and the world.
- Updates and new innovations in equipment, ingredients and solutions, so that you stay a step ahead
- Local and International events and happenings, so that you stay informed
- An updated list of suppliers to the industry, so you know who’s who
- A regular newsletter updating you on all of this, conveniently delivered to your inbox
- Inspiration and tips with a range of tested recipes
- A platform to use to showcase your company, brands, products and/or services
Latest News
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Get Ready to Taste, Source and Be Inspired at Africa Food Show 2026 – Africa’s Premier Global Food & Beverage Sourcing Expo
With only days to go, buyers, chefs, food entrepreneurs and industry leaders are urged to register for free to secure their place at the continent's premier food and beverage sourcing event – where local buyers can source both local and global product ranges from international and domestic exhibitors.
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Bizerba and Avocet Scales & Labels Drive Connected Retail in Southern Africa
Bizerba Southern Africa and Avocet Scales & Labels proudly announce their strategic partnership for distribution of Bizerba’s retail portfolio in the Sub-Saharan African region.
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Orthochem
Orthochem – Largest manufacturer of bread preservatives in the southern hemisphere
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On the Cutting Edge: Understanding Blade Hardness (And Why It Matters to You)
In food production, your blades don’t just cut — they define your efficiency, consistency, and ultimately your product quality. Whether you’re slicing fresh loaves or processing protein, the hardness of your blade steel plays a critical role in performance.
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SAAFFI – What New Ingredients and Flavour Trends are Driving Innovation
We're excited to announce that SAAFFI's very own Sharon Bolel will be taking the stage as moderator at the African Food Show Cape Town 2026, and this is one panel discussion you won't want to miss!
Ingredient News
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Get Ready to Taste, Source and Be Inspired at Africa Food Show 2026 – Africa’s Premier Global Food & Beverage Sourcing Expo
With only days to go, buyers, chefs, food entrepreneurs and industry leaders are urged to register for free to secure their place at the continent's premier food and beverage sourcing event – where local buyers can source both local and global product ranges from international and domestic exhibitors.
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SAAFFI – What New Ingredients and Flavour Trends are Driving Innovation
We're excited to announce that SAAFFI's very own Sharon Bolel will be taking the stage as moderator at the African Food Show Cape Town 2026, and this is one panel discussion you won't want to miss!
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Delicious Doughnuts – an old favourite
There is nothing as satisfying as biting into a crisp golden doughnut that has just been freshly baked.
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SALTWELL targets rising demand for lower sodium salt with new Chile facility
SALTWELL Group, the owner and producer of SALTWELL® naturally lower sodium salt, has opened a new production facility in Chile
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Hot cross buns are a traditional Easter dish.
One thing, however, is certainly true about Hot Cross Buns: 800 years later, it is still big business.
Equipment News
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Get Ready to Taste, Source and Be Inspired at Africa Food Show 2026 – Africa’s Premier Global Food & Beverage Sourcing Expo
With only days to go, buyers, chefs, food entrepreneurs and industry leaders are urged to register for free to secure their place at the continent's premier food and beverage sourcing event – where local buyers can source both local and global product ranges from international and domestic exhibitors.
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Bizerba and Avocet Scales & Labels Drive Connected Retail in Southern Africa
Bizerba Southern Africa and Avocet Scales & Labels proudly announce their strategic partnership for distribution of Bizerba’s retail portfolio in the Sub-Saharan African region.
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On the Cutting Edge: Understanding Blade Hardness (And Why It Matters to You)
In food production, your blades don’t just cut — they define your efficiency, consistency, and ultimately your product quality. Whether you’re slicing fresh loaves or processing protein, the hardness of your blade steel plays a critical role in performance.
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Convotherm Maxx Ovens on display at INTERNORGA
Take a closer look at some highlights of key features from the Convotherm maxx range that were on display at INTERNORGA in May 2026.
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The Pros are coming to Chicago – Mini Pro & Max Pro
We’re heading to the NRA Show in Chicago, and we’re bringing two serious pros with us: the maxx pro and the mini pro.
Company Profiles
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Orthochem
Orthochem – Largest manufacturer of bread preservatives in the southern hemisphere
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Nulaid Eggs
Nulaid is an integrated egg business in South Africa with our own breeding farms, hatcheries, rearing farms and laying farms.
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Thermaspray
Thermaspray is the only licenced applicator of Teflon™ Industrial Bakeware Coatings in Southern Africa.
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Lake International
Lake International is a leading African provider of food ingredients, bespoke beverage manufacturing solutions, and specialised processing aids, serving manufacturers across more than 26 countries with over 600 products.
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Roff Milling
The Roff Milling journey started on a farm in the Free State in 1991, when farmer Koot Jordaan Senior designed a small crusher to mill maize for his own dairy. This mill changed the course of maize milling in Africa.
