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Joe Coote to step down as Darigold CEO

December 5, 2023

Joe Coote (Image: LinkedIn) Joe Coote, CEO of Darigold Inc., a Seattle-based, farmer-owned dairy cooperative, will be leaving the company, according…

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Barry Callebaut taps Ikea’s Amr Arafa as chief digital officer

December 4, 2023

Amr Arafa (Image: Barry Callebaut) The Barry Callebuat Group, the Zurich, Switzerland-based manufacturer of chocolate and cocoa products, has named…

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Cold brew: The strategic imperative for refreshment services, commercial foodservice

by Rick Davis — CEO, Coffee Equipment Pros

The financial benefits of a high-margin product are evident, but the true value lies in the ability of cold brew to encapsulate the evolving coffee culture…

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Choosing your interactions for success in self-service

December 1, 2023

This year's Self-Service Innovation Summit will include a special session entitled "Self-service kiosks and the many forms of how to interact," with real-life…

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‘Brainstorming of the brainstorming’ roundtable session on tap in Miami

December 1, 2023

Next week, the Self-Service Innovation Summit will host attendees hailing from diverse backgrounds when the event, now in its fourth year, convenes in Miami.

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Suntory makes multimillion investment in Seattle roaster

November 30, 2023

Suntory Holdings Ltd., a Tokyo-based multinational brewing and distilling company, has made a multimillion-dollar investment in Seattle-based Atomo Coffee Inc.

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Hormel Foods sales, earnings dip for Q4, FY 2023

November 29, 2023

Hormel Foods Corp. reported sales and earnings declines for Q4 and FY 2023, according to an earnings report.

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Tyson opens Virginia plant, creates 400 jobs

November 29, 2023

Tyson Foods Inc. has opened a $300 million fully-cooked food production facility in Danville, Virginia, according to a press release.

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Metz Culinary Management teams with Mashgin on contactless checkout

November 29, 2023

Metz Culinary Management Inc., a Dallas, Pennsylvania-based culinary services provider, has teamed with Mashgin to deliver contactless checkout technology to…

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Finalists named for 2023 Automation & Self-Service Awards

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

The winners will be honored during an awards presentation at 5 p.m. EST on Dec. 5., when the Summit honors the most innovative solutions for kiosks, vending…

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Sofi Products intros plastic-free, biodgradable hot beverage cups

November 28, 2023

Sofi Products, a Miami-based manufacturer of compostable paper straws and cups, has introduced a 100% plastic-free, biodegradable cup for hot beverages that…

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J & J Snack Foods makes record sales, profits in Q4, FY 2023

November 27, 2023

J & J Snack Foods Corp. reported record sales and profits for both Q4 and FY 2024, according to an earnings report. Highlights include:

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Flowers Foods reports record Q3 2023 sales, suffers loss on legal costs

November 22, 2023

Flowers Food Inc., which owns the Mrs. Freshley's, Tastykake, Nature's Own and other consumer brands, reported record Q3 2023 sales of $1.2 billion but…

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Westrock Coffee lifts Q3 2023 earnings despite sales drop

November 21, 2023

Westrock Coffee Co., a coffee provider to the retail, foodservice, convenience store, travel center and hospitality industries, lifted its Q3 2023 earnings…

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Jones Soda names Jerry Goldner chief growth officer

November 21, 2023

Jerry Goldner (Photo: Jones Soda Co.) Jones Soda Co. has named Jerry Goldner as chief growth officer, bringing more than 30 years of food and…

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Compass Group PLC boosts FY 2023 results

November 20, 2023

Compass Group PLC, the U.K.-based caterer that owns Compass Group North America and Canteen Vending Services, lifted its 2023 revenue and profit over the prior…

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6 ways to boost holiday footfall at your hot drink stations

by Sam Roberts — Digital Marketing Manager, Connect Vending

Whatever hot drink machines you offer, there are plenty of ways to keep things fresh this holiday season, so get the mince pies in, put up the lights and share…

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Energy beverage Yerbaé taps CL Vending, Vistar to expand distribution

November 20, 2023

Yerbaé Brands Corp., a plant-based energy beverage company, has authorized CL Vending to offer its full range of 16-ounce flavors to 152 markets across…

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Jones Soda cuts Q3 2023 earnings loss against sales decline

November 17, 2023

Jones Soda Co. improved its loss despite a Q3 2023 sales decline, according to an earnings report. Highlights include:

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