Economic Impact

The wholesale baking industry mixes tradition and innovation to feed the world and the economy - generating some major dough while employing almost 800-thousand people in the United States. ABA's interactive map reveals the current economic impact of baking in each Congressional district and state.

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Bakers Enrich America

Bakers are found in all 50 states, in the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico. The baking industry employs almost 800,000 skilled individuals, generates over $44 billion in direct wages, and has an overall economic impact of over $154 billion.

Economic Impact of the Baking Industry

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Analysis: White House weighs inflation vs. farmers in new biofuel mandates

May 16, 2022

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The White House is expected to announce in coming weeks the amount of biofuels like corn-based ethanol that U.S. refiners must blend...

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WaPo District Donut

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Vegetable oil prices soar, far outstripping other food inflation

May 11, 2022

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Washington Post

War in Ukraine, drought and competition with biofuels have put the squeeze on food oils

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Bakers, Business Groups Urge EPA to Develop Workable Emissions Rule

May 10, 2022

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From bakers and cotton producers to truck manufacturers and dealers, groups join together to express shared interest in working with...

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