Stuart Retson

Bringing Fresh, Locally Sourced Produce at Your Fingertips In an era when convenience often compromises the quality and nutritional value of our food choices, the team at Vending by JSR work to redefine the way people access fresh and healthy produce. With a mission to promote local farming and sustainable agriculture, we work to revolutionise […]

Introduction: In today’s fast-paced world, the desire for convenience often clashes with the need to make sustainable choices. However, what if we told you there’s a solution that allows you to enjoy the benefits of shopping local while saving time and effort? Enter farm vending machines—the innovative answer to bridging the gap between convenience and

Self-service shopping has emerged as a dominant trend in the retail industry, revolutionizing the way consumers shop and interact with retailers. Over the past decade, the United Kingdom has witnessed a remarkable surge in the popularity of self-service shopping, driven by advancements in technology, changing consumer preferences, and the need for convenience. But why have

Farm gate sales refer to the practice of farmers selling their produce directly to consumers or retailers without involving intermediaries such as wholesalers, brokers, or middlemen. This method of selling has gained popularity in recent years as more consumers seek locally-grown produce and prefer to support small-scale farmers. In this article, we will explore the

A fantastic method to grow your vending machine business is to use events to increase vending machine sales. That is precisely what we did to increase sales in our vending showroom (Betty’s Farm) this Easter Sunday.   Last year we took over Betty’s Farm, located in Willington, Derby, to house 24,000 hens and increase the

Over the past decade, vending machines have undergone a technological transformation. They have moved beyond the traditional machines that dispense snacks and drinks to become smart machines that offer a range of advanced features. The rise of smart vending machines has been driven by advances in technology, changes in consumer behaviour, and the need for

Vending by JSR’s LockBlox egg vending machine was mentioned on BBC Radio 1 Thursday morning (16th of march). After several videos of egg vending machines started going viral on the popular social media app TikTok, this caught the attention of BBC Radio 1 presenter Greg David. On Thursday morning, Craig began to tell his many

Shopping for local foods has numerous benefits, both for individuals and the broader community. Using tailored Farm Vending Machines to sell local foods allows local communities to purchase goods that are grown in their local area. Here are some of the key advantages of shopping for local foods: Better for the environment  Shopping for local

As winter turns to spring and the summer months are just around the corner, campsites, caravan parks, and holiday parks are all preparing for their busiest summer months. While the 1.2 million people that are estimated to be regular campers in Britain are looking forward to their warm, summer trips, those in the UK holiday

With the ever-rising cost of energy bills and the need to become more energy efficient, we thought we would do some innovative work to our current locker vending machines. We are happy to introduce our LockBlox IQ breeze lockers, a more practical and energy-efficient chilled vending machine.   What’s new?   LockBlox IQ Breeze has