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Have you heard of our new range of solutions designed to enhance the nutritional quality of your products? With 64% of consumers adopting a more proactive approach to their health, Nutri+ is here to meet those needs.
Our Nutri+ toolbox includes:
• A complete range of ingredients
• Unique premixes that focus on reducing salt, sugar, and fat content
• Increasing fiber, protein, and minerals

Let us help you elevate the nutritional profile of your existing products and innovate with new offerings that will attract health-conscious consumers! Our experts are ready to support you in speeding up your go-to-market process.
Transform your recipes with Nutri+ and embrace a healthier future for your baked goods! 🌱🍞

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December is right around the corner, and that means the holiday cheer is just about to begin!

Are you prepared for the festive season?
Whether your bakery is planning to bake delicious treats, whip up festive feasts, or create memorable moments with loved ones, AIT Ingredients is here to support your culinary creations.

From rich cakes and scrumptious pastries to delightful breads, our range of mixes and solutions can help you bring joy to every table.
Let’s make this festive season the most delicious one yet! 🍞🥮

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Understanding Moisture Content in Wheat Grain and Flour 🌾

When it comes to milling and baking, moisture content in both wheat grain and flour plays a vital role in achieving high-quality, stable products. Here’s why keeping tabs on moisture is essential:

1. Water Content in Flour: Moisture in flour refers to the amount of water present. Precise control of this factor ensures a consistent milling process and product quality.
2. Process Optimization for Millers: Incoming grain moisture is crucial to milling. It dictates how much water is added to ensure optimal extraction and low ash content, minimizing milling losses and maximizing yield. High moisture, however, can cause flour clumping, leading to costly downtime and increased labor for cleaning.
3. Shelf Life and Stability: Lower moisture content helps inactivate enzymes and microbial growth, extending flour shelf life and stability. It also aids in pest control within storage.
4. Impact on Flour Composition: With reduced moisture, the dry solids like protein, starch, and sugars are concentrated, improving nutritional value and performance in baked goods.
5. Analytical Accuracy: For laboratories, moisture content affects analytical calculations, ensuring more accurate testing and consistency.
6. Baker’s Hydration Needs: For bakers, knowing flour moisture guides water addition to create the perfect dough texture.
To maintain quality and efficiency, we recommend keeping flour moisture levels between 13.5% and 14% at the mill level. Accurate moisture management is essential for an efficient milling process and high-quality end products!

📢 Exciting Times at the Millers and Bakers Symposium!

Our AIT Ingredients South Africa team – Fikile, Babatunde, and Maisha – had a fantastic time at the Millers and Bakers Symposium in Durban, hosted by Agri-Enviro Solutions. They shared insights on innovation in milling and baking and connected with industry leaders.

In the photo, our team is joined by Malcolm Holman, MD of Agri-Enviro Solutions. Thank you to Agri-Enviro Solutions for hosting such an impactful event and bringing the industry together!

We’re excited to announce our participation in this year’s IOMEA conference in Dubai!
Be sure to catch our very own Nicolas Sulblé on 13th November at 1:40 PM in the conference hall, where he’ll be giving an insightful talk on cereal-based ingredients and innovative new premixes for millers.
Don’t miss this chance to discover how AIT Ingredients can support your milling needs with cutting-edge solutions!

November is right around the corner and so is Christmas! Are you ready for the Festive Season?

At AIT Ingredients, we’ve got all the mixes and premixes you need to start your holiday baking prep. From fluffy cakes to moist muffins, we’ve got your festive baking covered. 🎂🧁 Let’s make this season delicious together!

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Some of the AIT team members are attending the Millers and Bakers Symposium this week! 🥖🍞🌾

We’re looking forward to connecting with industry experts, exploring the latest innovations, and sharing insights in milling and baking. It's a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable knowledge and bring fresh ideas back to the team. 💡

Prepared for the holiday rush with our Cake and Muffin Mixes—perfect for festive season preparation! 🎂🧁

Whether you're baking delicious cakes or fluffy muffins, our premixes provide consistent quality, easy-to-use formulas and save you time.

Make your holiday offerings stand out with flavours that are sure to impress!
Contact us to stock up for the festive season🎅✨

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At AIT Ingredients, we understand the importance of pasta in kitchens all around the world! Whether you're a fan of traditional pasta or exploring innovative ways to improve your pasta production, we've got you covered. Our solutions help optimize your recipes, allowing you to maintain the highest quality while reducing costs, even when substituting durum wheat.
Celebrate with us by exploring how our pasta improvers can enhance the quality and performance of your pasta products!

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As wheat prices fluctuate and availability becomes unpredictable, millers and bakery manufacturers are facing significant challenges. Profitability and supply security are at risk, and adapting is key to success.

Introducing our Switch Easy Wheat Reducer – an innovative enzymatic solution that allows you to replace up to 20% of wheat flour in your recipes with local alternatives like millet, sorghum, maize, or pulse flours. This powerful solution helps you maintain product quality and streamline production without relying solely on wheat.

Adapt confidently with Wheat Reducer and keep your business thriving in today’s fast-changing market!

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Happy World Bread Day! 🌍🍞

At AIT Ingredients, we celebrate the universal love for bread—an essential part of cultures across the globe. Whether it’s a soft brioche, a crusty French baguette, or a traditional African flatbread, bread brings people together at every meal.

We’re proud to be your partner in crafting delicious, high-quality bread, offering innovative ingredient solutions that enhance flavour, texture, and nutrition.

Join us in celebrating the art of bread-making today! 🥖✨

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From traditional treats to festive favourites, each African country adds its own delicious twist to Christmas celebrations!

Here’s what some countries bake during the festive season:
South Africa: Malva Pudding and Christmas Fruit Cake are must-haves, rich in flavour and tradition!
Nigeria: Soft, sweet bread and Chin Chin—perfectly fried pastries that everyone loves!
Ethiopia: Dabo, a festive spiced bread, takes centre stage at the holiday table.
Kenya: Mandazi, fried dough with a hint of cardamom, makes for the perfect Christmas snack!
Ghana: Rice Bread is a Christmas speciality, made with local ingredients and enjoyed by all.

At AIT Ingredients, we celebrate these traditions and we’d love to know what is your must-have treat on Christmas?

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Our latest Wheat Quality Survey Report is out!

In 2024, unfavourable weather conditions led to a decline in wheat production in France and Europe compared to the previous year: 25.8 million tons for France (-25% vs. 2023) and 128 million tons for Europe (-5% vs. 2023). 🌍

Discover all the details about the wheat market in France and Europe in our exclusive France Quality Report. Despite the drop in production, lab and bakery analyses show good-quality wheat, with improved hydration but a slight decrease in test weight and increased moisture.

We’re excited to launch Nutri+, our new range of solutions crafted to boost the nutritional quality of your products!
With 64% of consumers prioritizing proactive health choices, Nutri+ is here to help you meet their evolving needs. From reducing salt, sugar, and fat to increasing fibre, protein, and minerals, Nutri+ offers a complete range of ingredients and premixes to enhance your product offerings.
Partner with our experts to:
✅ Improve the nutritional profile of your current products.
✅ Innovate new products that attract health-conscious consumers.
✅ Speed up your go-to-market process!
Let’s create healthier, tastier products together!

How do I resolve issues from manual processing vs automated processing? 🛠️

Are you facing inconsistencies in your production due to manual processes? At AIT Ingredients, we understand that manual processing can introduce more room for error, whereas automated processes streamline production and boost consistency.
Here’s how we can help:
✅ Process Standardization: Our experts can train your team to standardize manual processes for more reliable results.
✅ Assessment of Current Processes: We’ll evaluate your production line and, if manual operations are affecting product quality, we’ll recommend tailored solutions to improve it.
✅ Ingredient Solutions: When automation isn’t possible, we provide ingredient solutions to enhance your product’s quality, even with manual operations.

Let’s work together to ensure your production runs smoothly and your product quality stays top-notch!

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It’s Heritage Month in South Africa and at AIT Ingredients, we recognize the profound significance of bread in African culture.

From chapati in Kenya, Sweet bread from Uganda, Pao from Mozambique and bunny chow sandwich bread from South Africa. We are committed to preserving and enhancing this rich heritage by providing innovative solutions that respect the time-honoured practices of bread-making while meeting today's quality and nutritional standards.

Let us know where you are from and which bread is integral to your heritage?

How Can We Save Energy and Reduce Operational Costs? 🛠️

Facing high energy consumption in your bakery operations? At AIT Ingredients, we know energy efficiency is key to reducing costs and improving sustainability. Here’s how we can help:

✅ Sustainable Practices: Adopt solutions that reduce proofing times and optimize baking processes, such as our Bake Express Solution, which can save up to 30% baking time.
✅ Operational Efficiency: We provide expert advice on energy-saving practices, from ingredient solutions to help streamline your process to recommending investments in more efficient equipment.

Take the first step towards energy-saving and cost efficiency today with AIT Ingredients.

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Looking to streamline your baking process while achieving consistent, high-quality results? AIT Ingredients has you covered with our extensive range of pre-mixes designed for all your baking needs!

Whether you're crafting artisanal bread, light and fluffy pastries, or delicious cakes, our pre-mixes are formulated to simplify your production while enhancing your end products.

Our pre-mixes offer:
✅ Consistent quality
✅ Simplified production
✅ Customisable options
✅ Optimal performance

Elevate your bakery’s offerings with our expertly crafted pre-mixes and enjoy the convenience of ready-to-use solutions. Let AIT Ingredients be your partner in baking excellence!

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