Economic Impact

The wholesale baking industry mixes tradition and innovation to feed the world and the economy - generating some major dough while employing nearly 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 $153 billion.

Economic Impact of the Baking Industry

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Washington, DC Baker Wins Tiptree World Bread Awards Hero USA Supported by the American Bakers Association

Nov 20, 2020

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The winners of the Tiptree World Bread Awards Heroes USA supported by the American Bakers Association were announced.

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Video: Thank you, bakery employees, during the holidays and always - in English and Spanish

Nov 20, 2020

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This year, the holidays will look and feel different. But thanks to the hard work and the dedication of employees in the baking...

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Analyzing a Dramatic Election Still in Overtime

Nov 20, 2020

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Jim Ellis and Kelly Knowles analyzed what happened on Election Day and why. And they share details of ABA’s involvement in the campaign...

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