Groupe Lesaffre, founded in 1853 and headquartered in Marcq‑en‑Barœul, is the global leader in yeast production and fermentation-based ingredients. With over 11,000 employees across 95 subsidiaries in 55 countries, one in every three loaves worldwide is made with Lesaffre’s yeast. Their core markets include baking, bio‐nutrition, and fermentation solutions
Products
- Yeast & Baking Solutions – Fresh, instant, artisanal, and industrial-grade yeast for all bakery scales.
- Bakery Improvers & Enzymes – Additives for texture, shelf-life, and dough handling performance.
- Specialty Flours & Fermentation Ingredients – Nutritionally focused flour blends like Via Innoseans, enhancing fiber and protein
Highlights
- World’s Largest Yeast Producer – Over 800,000 metric tons annually; one-third of global loaves use Lesaffre yeast
- Extensive Global Footprint – 80 production sites and 10 R&D “Baking Centers” worldwide for in-region product and process development
- Innovative Ingredient Solutions – Via Innoseans flour range adds nutritional and textural benefits using in-house technology