Congratulations to Jacob Saunders
Jacob was this year’s runner up at the LA Judge Award in Australia. He has been awarded a two day work shop in the Puratos Hong Kong baking centre. Well done!!
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Technology Transfer Seminars
The Baking Industry Research Trust recently held Technology Transfer Seminars in Auckland and Christchurch. Invited Speakers presented on a range of industry related topics and there was an emphasis by all presenters on the need for continued research, collaboration and information sharing
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Science & Technology Fair Sponsorship 2018
Each year the Baking Industry Research Trust sponsors the Baking prize at Science & Technology Fairs throughout New Zealand for the project which involves the best use of flour and bakery products. Click the link to register for sponsorship of your Fair
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Baking Industry Research Trust
BIRT is all about baking. BIRT brings you up-to-date news and information about activities and research happening within the New Zealand baking industry. BIRT is the New Zealand Baking Industry Research Trust. Baking is fun, rewarding, and exciting, and BIRT is happy to be able to share this with you.
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Folic Acid Fortification of Bread
New Zealand Association of Bakers Code of Practice for Voluntary Folic Acid Fortification of Bread and the list of Folic Acid Fortified Breads available.
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Nutritional Properties of Bread
Read about the importance of bread as a part of your everyday eating plan. Bread supplies important nutrients required by the body, such as, carbohydrates, fibre, vitamins and minerals.
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School Zone
These pages will help you with your school project. Learn about the role of ingredients in baking, cooking terms, ideas for your Science Fair project and how to become a Baker.
