Bauducco Foods invests $200M to build new baked goods manufacturing facility in Florida
Bauducco Foods has broken ground on a new manufacturing and distribution facility in Zephyrhills, Florida. The company, which produces a wide range of baked goods including biscuits, wafers, and signature Panettones, has committed over $200 million to the project. The new facility, which will span 72 acres at the Zephyrhills Airport Industrial Park Ready Site, is expected to create approximately 600 new jobs in the Tampa Bay area, with 120 full-time positions opening during the first phase of the development.
The Zephyrhills facility will be developed in three phases, with the first phase expected to be operational by mid-2026, the second phase by 2028, and the third by 2030. The facility will leverage advanced production technologies to increase flexibility in manufacturing and enhance the company’s ability to introduce new products to the market. Bauducco will produce a variety of its products at this location, aimed at serving the growing U.S. demand for its baked goods.
What people are saying:
In a recent quote, Stefano Mozzi, CEO, Bauducco USA, said, "We conducted an extensive analysis of over 160 potential sites across seven states, and Zephyrhills stood out as the ideal location. From the business-friendly environment to the fantastic support from the business development teams in the State, County, and the City, we knew Zephyrhills was the right place."
Melonie Bahr Monson, Mayor, City of Zephyrhills, added, "The groundbreaking of Bauducco Foods marks an exciting new chapter for Zephyrhills. Their investment not only brings hundreds of high-wage jobs and economic growth but also reinforces our city's reputation as a prime destination for business and industry. We look forward to a prosperous partnership and the sweet success that lies ahead!"
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