Salad Vending

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Salad Vending

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Selling products through vending machines (this direction is called vending) is an accessible and promising type of business. Vending machines with coffee, soda, chocolate bars, cigarettes, gum, and even frozen pizzas no longer surprise anyone, as they are found in many retail locations or simply on the street.

For consumers, this sales method is attractive due to its convenience and accessibility (you can shop at a vending machine anytime), while for entrepreneurs, it entails low expenses. With a compact retail point, there is no need for additional staff: no cashier, accountant, cleaner, etc. All operations - whether it's mixing coffee ingredients or simply dispensing goods - are carried out automatically.

“Green” Vending

Chicago entrepreneur Luke Sanders decided to expand the vending machine assortment. Instead of the usual products like chocolate, coffee, or popcorn, he developed a new, more beneficial menu - fresh salads made from vegetables and fruits.

In Chicago, several of his machines are already operating in a test mode, solving the healthy eating problem for busy individuals. The vending machine dispenses fresh salads made of cabbage, peas, tomatoes, and other ingredients chosen by the buyer in a signature glass jar.

Operating principle: The machines work as follows: inside the machine, there are separate compartments where pre-prepared products (chopped vegetables and fruits) are placed for dispensing. After a customer places an order, all necessary ingredients are layered into the container.

To ensure an attractive appearance of the final product and to maintain the freshness and nutritional value of the vegetables as long as possible, the entrepreneur developed a special layering algorithm: the hardest products are placed at the bottom of the jar, followed by the softer and juicier ones. Components are not mixed - the consumer does that just before consumption.

Such a kiosk requires special attention: while chocolate bars can be restocked every few days or even once a week, green salads must be extremely fresh. Therefore, restocking of compartments is done daily, at 5-6 in the morning. The cost of one serving of salad ranges from $3 to $12, and after 6 p.m., the kiosk offers discounts to sell more portions before the arrival of a fresh batch.

Marketing. Luke Sanders dubbed his vending machines “Farmer’s Fridge,” aligning perfectly with the product concept. Attention was paid to the appearance of the machine - it stands out from its generic counterparts. The farmer’s fridge is adorned with wooden panels on the outside, and the roof is decorated with improvised green grass.

Considering the increasing focus on healthy eating, it can be assumed that such convenient “restaurant-style” vending machines will be successful. Luke Sanders is confident that in the near future, he will be able to build an entire network of Farmer’s Fridges.

What’s Needed. For those interested in this type of business, it's essential to consider:

  • where to source fresh vegetables and fruits;
  • who will cut the vegetables;
  • who will distribute the pre-cut produce and restock the machines;
  • what containers to use for prepared salads;
  • where to place the vending point.

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