Dave’s Killer Bread announced it has reached an agreement to be acquired by Flowers Foods, the nation’s second largest baking company. Pending regulatory approval and customary closing conditions, the transaction is expected to be completed early this fall.

Snack cake brand Tastykake launched a new line of Mini Cupcakes. The line includes mini versions of two of Tastykake's classic treats and one new variety sure to become a fan favorite. Two of the cakes feature REESE'S® and HERSHEY'S® Brand ingredients.

Rodelle, Inc. introduced its newest premium vanilla extract, Rodelle Reserve French Oak Aged Madagascar Bourbon Pure Vanilla Extract. With a suggested retail price of $50 for a 6.75-ounce bottle, Rodelle Reserve elevates the company's already highly-regarded line of superior baking essentials. This high-end gourmet vanilla extract is for savvy consumers; Rodelle Reserve is an exciting announcement for the company.

FAL Food and Beverages, a FAL Group brand, launched new product offerings from Coco Joy, the first all-natural portfolio of coconut products. The Coco Joy collection now includes premium classic and flavored coconut waters, natural and flavored coconut milks, natural and flavored coconut oils, coconut flour, coconut sugar and coconut chips.

Nearly 130 years after it first launched its high quality flours and cornmeal that are intrinsic to Southern baking, White Lily is expanding its lineup with three new culinary-inspired flour blends that connect the home baker to the farm like never before.

To send adults down memory lane, while also capturing the attention of young cartoon-lovers, Rich Products Corporation announced that it has developed a line of Peanuts® and Snoopy® branded desserts that will bring a familiar feeling of friendship to birthday parties and everyday celebrations across the country.

In a new survey conducted by La Brea Bakery, 92 percent of Americans claim "breaking bread," or eating a meal with others, provides a great opportunity to catch up with friends and family.

The first to market line of protein-packed and high-fiber single-serve muffins with the added benefit of probiotics, in which you simply add water and microwave 35 seconds for a hot, fresh meal or snack.

A leavening expert for more than 100 years, Clabber Girl Corporation used the IFT expo to introduce Clabber Girl PHOS-Free™ Baking Powder.

Pillsbury™ introduced Purely Simple™ baking and frosting mixes made with simple ingredients containing no colors, preservatives or artificial flavors.