http://baking-management.com/topics/green/ en-us http://baking-management.com/topics/green/0909_pattycake_green_packaging Jennie Scheinbach, owner, Pattycake Bakery, Columbus, Ohio, recently converted the packaging on her wholesale cookies and whoopie pies to 100-percent biodegradeable materials. Pattycake Bakery specializes in vegan baked products-a niche market with a customer following that strongly believes in sustainable practices. Still, a larger percentage of mainstream consumers are reportedly expecting consumer green Tue, 01 Sep 2009 12:00:00 EDT http://baking-management.com/topics/green/choose-environmentfriendly-packaging-0209 The trend toward environmental awareness has encompassed the wholesale baking industry during the past five years, creating ramped-up demand for greener packaging options. When it comes to packaging practices, bakers looking to go green tend to focus on the actual packaging. But they shouldn't overlook packaging methods and processes. Vendors are stepping up to the plate to meet the demand for environmentally-friendly green Sun, 01 Feb 2009 12:00:00 EDT http://baking-management.com/topics/green/0725_labels In today's competitive world, a clean label gives bakers an edge. More consumers regularly scan labels to see what ingredients products contain before they buy them. Several different types of ingredients contribute to a clean label and give consumers the perception of a premium, value-added product. All-natural and/or organic items, such as real fruit pieces, fruit juices, nuts and seeds, whole grains green Tue, 01 Jul 2008 12:00:00 EDT http://baking-management.com/topics/green/pest_management_green As the latest buzzword for environmental friendliness, continues gaining momentum among consumers and industry, many bakeries are re-evaluating their entire operations in an effort to be more environmentally aware. Those that have implemented a program of Integrated Pest Management (IPM) have already taken a step in the right direction. IPM consists of a balanced approach to pest management, using green Sun, 01 Jun 2008 12:00:00 EDT http://baking-management.com/topics/green/packaging_solutions Much packaging efficiency has been achieved in recent years through automation. Technology not only improves line speed, but impacts product quality by removing potential sources of contamination that may result from human contact. Automating the packaging process also offers likely savings by minimizing waste and reducing labor costs. Automated packaging machines offer a variety of advantages to green Sat, 01 Mar 2008 12:00:00 EDT