As the frozen yogurt market becomes ever more crowded competitive, the stronger, more successful brands are the ones that offer distinctive benefits that consumers prefer. Preference translates into a higher willingness to pay and loyalty. How does a frozen yogurt shop define its brand? We asked IFYA’s Packaging and Branding Expert, Andy Lin, to provide […]
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Press Room →October is Frozen Yogurt Packaging Month
Frozen Yogurt Packaging Month This month’s spotlight is on frozen yogurt packaging: the cups, spoons, cup lids and more that we’d have a hard time eating frozen yogurt without. We’ll have two articles from IFYA’s Packaging and Branding expert, Andy Lin of CarryOutSupplies.com and an interview with at least one frozen yogurt packaging innovator. Cups, spoons, […]
A Healthy Approach to Frozen Yogurt Toppings
At the IFYA we believe that frozen yogurt should be enjoyed as part of a healthy lifestyle and toppings, with the exception of fresh fruit, should be added in moderation. Nutritionists recommend the following strategies at a self-serve frozen yogurt shop: Choose the smallest cup size available. The larger the cup, the more frozen yogurt […]
Keeping Your Frozen Yogurt Toppings Bar Clean & Sanitary
The IFYA believes a frozen yogurt shop, including its toppings bar, should be spotlessly clean. For sanitary reasons, frozen yogurt bars where toppings are not covered should have sneeze guards or food shields. The shields should be 14 to 18 inches above the food and should be kept clean. Long handled serving utensils should be […]
Four Key Considerations When Selecting a Frozen Yogurt Machine
Commercial grade frozen yogurt machines are a major investment for frozen yogurt shop operators. Higher end models can cost well over $15,000 per machine. We asked IFYA’s US frozen yogurt machine and store operations expert, Jeff Resnick, what a customer should look for when buying a new frozen yogurt machine. Jeff is the Founder and […]
September is Frozen Yogurt Toppings Month
September is Frozen Yogurt Toppings Month Happy September! It’s Frozen Yogurt Toppings Month at the IFYA and we’re going to be talking about toppings all month. We’ll have interviews with innovators in the frozen yogurt toppings field. Plus, we will announce our first giveaway very soon and it involves toppings of course. Most frozen yogurt […]
Find Out Which Frozen Yogurt Chains are the Largest in IFYA’s Chain Store Count
Every August, the IFYA will provide an update the size (as measured by number of store locations) of the largest frozen yogurt chains. The store counts are based on what’s listed on the chain’s website when available. Stores are constantly closing and opening so keep in mind that store counts are approximate. IFYA’s list of […]
Frozen Yogurt Trucks Roaming the Streets
Back in November 2011, there were about 18 frozen yogurt trucks roaming the streets delivering frozen yogurt. Since then, frozen yogurt has continued to be popular and more frozen yogurt trucks have joined the fray. Frozen yogurt trucks outside the US currently serve Australia (Yogurddiction), Germany (Mr. Whippy, Yo’Munchy, Wonderpots, Efa’s, Friends of Frozen Yogurt), […]
Introducing IFYA’s UK/European Market & Product Development Expert, Rhian Williams of Plas Farm LTD
This is the first of a series of blog posts introducing you to IFYA’s distinguished, multinational panel of frozen yogurt industry experts. Many of our experts have been involved in the frozen yogurt industry for decades. They know just about everything there is to know about starting and operating a frozen yogurt store, frozen yogurt […]
What is Quality Frozen Yogurt? What is Frozen Yogurt Store Quality?
IFYA’s mission is to promote the quality and success of the frozen yogurt industry. With that mission in mind, the IFYA created the Swirl of HonorTM program to recognize quality frozen yogurt stores based on stringent IFYA criteria. It is our belief that raising the quality of frozen yogurt stores will benefit the frozen yogurt […]
