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EEM Group Blog
Welcome to the EEM Group Blog! Here, you’ll find a wealth of information and insights on our innovative vending solutions spanning retail, soft serve, and farming sectors. Our blog is designed to keep you updated with the latest industry trends, expert advice, success stories, and product updates. Whether you’re looking to optimise your vending operations or stay informed about the latest advancements, our blog is your go-to resource. Dive in and discover how EEM Group is revolutionising the vending industry with cutting-edge solutions and unparalleled expertise.
Farm Vending Machines: How Farm 51 Uses EEM Vending to Sell Direct
Farm vending machines are creating new routes to market Farm vending machines are giving agricultural businesses a practical way to sell directly to customers, diversify their income and create convenient self service farm shops. Tom Cooke of Farm 51 near Chester is one example of how this can work in practice. Tom has introduced an EEM Group vending setup that allows customers to purchase his own farm produce alongside food from other local suppliers. Rather than relying ent
4 days ago
The Sheep Game visits the EEM Group stand
EEM Group welcomed a special visitor to its stand at the Royal Welsh Show 2026 when Cammy Wilson, better known through The Sheep Game, stopped by to explore the wide range of vending machines available for farms, events and rural businesses. Cammy met Phil from EEM Group and took a closer look at several machines on display, including milk vending, coffee vending, merchandise vending and a colourful cotton candy vending machine. The visit was captured on video, giving farmers
Jul 26
Understanding Milk Vending Machine Regulations UK Farms Must Consider
Researching milk vending machine regulations UK requirements should be one of the first steps in any farm vending project. Installing the machine is only part of the process. You may also need to register a food business, agree food-safety procedures, confirm whether planning permission is required and make sure the proposed site has suitable access, utilities and customer facilities. The exact requirements will depend on your location, the type of milk sold, how it is proces
Jul 26
Are Milk Vending Machines Profitable for Dairy Farms?
Are milk vending machines profitable? They can be, but the answer depends on much more than the selling price of a litre of milk. A financially successful milk vending site needs sufficient customer demand, sensible pricing, controlled waste and a location that makes buying easy. Farms must also account for payment fees, refrigeration, cleaning, maintenance and the cost of preparing milk for direct sale. The main opportunity comes from selling directly to the consumer. Instea
Jul 26
EEM Group Will Be Attending the Royal Welsh Show 2026
Come and see EEM Group at stand 707-L EEM Group will be attending the ROYAL WELSH SHOW 2026, giving visitors the chance to come and see our vending machines in person and speak to the team about practical solutions for farms, farm shops and rural retail businesses. The 2026 Royal Welsh Show takes place from Monday 20 July to Thursday 23 July 2026 at the Royal Welsh Showground, and EEM Farming Solutions Ltd is listed as exhibiting at stand 707-L. If you are thinking about addi
Jul 6
Milk Bottle and Milk Vending Machines: A Smarter Setup for Farms, Farm Shops and Dairies
Why milk bottle and milk vending machines work so well together If you are looking at milk bottle and milk vending machines for your farm, farm shop or dairy business, it makes sense to think about both parts of the customer journey together. Selling fresh milk direct to the public is only part of the picture. Customers also need an easy, practical way to buy, refill and carry that milk, which is where bottle vending becomes so important. For many sites, the strongest setup
Mar 16
Milkshake Vending Machine Solutions for Farms, Shops and Rural Retail
Why a Milkshake Vending Machine makes sense for modern farm retail A Milkshake Vending Machine is a smart way to add value to the milk you already produce and give customers something a bit more exciting than a standard refill. For dairy farms, farm shops, dairies and rural retail businesses, milkshakes can turn an everyday purchase into a higher value treat, while still fitting neatly into a practical self serve setup. EEM Group works with farms and retail businesses that w
Mar 11
Why a Soft Serve Vending Machine Suits Modern Dairy Farms
If you already produce high quality milk, a soft serve vending machine for dairy farm use is one of the most direct ways to turn that milk into higher margin sales. Instead of relying only on wholesale prices, you can sell a finished dessert that customers are happy to pay a premium for. Dairy farms across the UK are looking at farm diversification, visitor experiences and retail vending to stabilise income. A soft serve ice cream vending machine sits neatly alongside raw mil
Dec 15, 2025
Visit EEM Group at the Royal Welsh Winter Fair 2025
EEM Group will be at the Royal Welsh Winter Fair 2025 with our latest soft serve ice cream vending machine, ready for live demos and hands-on walkthroughs. The two day event takes place on 24 and 25 November 2025 at the Royal Welsh Showground in Llanelwedd, Builth Wells, and brings together leading names in agriculture, food and rural retail. You will find EEM Group in Exhibition Hall 3 on stand 322C. If you are interested in farm diversification, retail vending or adding a
Nov 23, 2025
EEM Group Collaborates with Horticulture Wales to Launch Innovative Vending Fridges for Microgreens
Discover how EEM Group is collaborating with Horticulture Wales to launch innovative vending fridges stocked with free microgreens.
Aug 16, 2024
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