At Bakery de France, we’ve always believed that great bread — and great progress — begin with the right ingredients.
This past year, as we broke ground on our new state-of-the-art facility in Frederick, Maryland, we also deepened our commitment to growth rooted in responsibility. Our 2024 Sustainability Report shares the next chapter in that journey — one that blends craft, care, and conscience in equal measure.
Just like every loaf we bake, our sustainability efforts rise from a balance of essential ingredients:
Flour: Our Foundation for Growth
Flour is the base of every recipe — and for us, growth is the base of every goal.
In 2024, we began construction on our new Frederick facility, designed with energy efficiency, waste reduction, and advanced baking technology at its core. This expansion allows us to meet growing demand while baking sustainability into every step of our process.
Water: Using Resources Wisely
Water brings our dough to life — and we treat it with the respect it deserves.
This year, we expanded how we measure and manage our resource use, identifying new ways to reduce our environmental impact in our operations while improving overall production efficiency.
Levain: Growth and Innovation
Our signature levain helps our bread rise, just as innovation helps our sustainability program grow.
We’ve continued to develop smarter packaging solutions, reducing materials and increasing recyclability, while exploring opportunities to reduce our food waste.
Hands: Our People and Partnerships
Behind every loaf is a team — and behind every milestone is a community.
Our sustainability success is made possible by our dedicated employees, trusted partners, and loyal customers, all united by a shared passion for quality and purpose. Together, we’re shaping a bakery that’s built to last — for people and the planet.
Baking a Better World — One Loaf at a Time
As we look to the future, we remain guided by a simple belief: that doing what’s right for the planet and doing what’s best for our customers belong in the same recipe.
Our 2024 Sustainability Report highlights how these ingredients come together — proving that when we bake with intention, we rise together.
Explore the full 2024 Sustainability Report Here: