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  •   As vending operators continue expanding into micro markets, familiar brands and grab-and-go convenience are helping drive snack sales, according to McKee Foods. During a recent interview with Vending Connection, Roger Olmstead, a McKee Foods veteran with more than 30 years at the company, said the shift from traditional vending to micro markets has changed how consumers shop for snacks. Unlike a vending machine, shoppers can pick up products, read the packaging and compare options before making a [read more]

    Published On: July 13, 2026Categories: Vending Product NewsTags: , ,
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    From Candy Machines to a $10M Exit: Lessons in M&A with Guest, Steve Marx

    March 25, 2026

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    Perfect Bar® Introduces New Protein + Prebiotics, With High Protein and No Junk

    March 25, 2026

  • SandStar AI Vending Machines Mike Kiser CEO

    SandStar and the Rise of Real AI in Smart Retail

    March 24, 2026

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    Top Baristas Worldwide Compete in Julius Meinl Barista Cup 2026

    March 20, 2026

  • UPFs Addictive People Want Tobacco Style Regulation

    90% Say UPFs Are Addictive; Nearly Half Back Tobacco-Style Rules

    March 20, 2026

  • Black Forest® Gummies Go Fully Organic

    Black Forest® Gummies Go Fully Organic

    March 20, 2026

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