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Flowers Foods is one of the largest producers of packaged bakery foods in the United States with 2023 sales of $5.1 billion.

What was once considered a niche dietary restriction is now ubiquitous across foodservice and retail.

An update on the impending process was shared by Flowers executives in connection with financial results for the fourth quarter of 2023 and guidance for 2024.

Coming off a challenging year in 2023, Flowers Foods, Inc. anticipates flat to modestly higher sales and adjusted earnings per share in 2024.

The new brioche is pre-sliced and available in slider buns plus 4-inch split-top buns.

The craft bread sector is rapidly expanding, thanks to blossoming consumer demand for local foods.

The hearty bread is crafted on a foundation of wheat and rye flours, which are known for their health benefits, making for a moist, slightly dense interior, with a crispy crust.

In a sensory test, Puratos found the bread made with Intens Soft & Fine had a dominant soft sensation, increased moistness and a shorter bite.

The startup is seeking to differentiate by offering consumers healthy, balanced nutrition in a sustainable way, according to its founders.