Last September, we invited frozen yogurt shop owners in the United States to take an anonymous online survey about operational practices, shop and owner characteristics, supplier satisfaction, concerns, and shop performance. This research project was inspired by the desire to learn more about the frozen yogurt industry by asking consumers and shop owners. We wanted… Read more »
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First National Frozen Yogurt Consumer Survey Results
Last August, we invited all frozen yogurt consumers in the US over 13 years old to share their thoughts about frozen yogurt by taking our short online survey. We received 174 responses from across the US. About the Respondents Our sample composition seems representative of US frozen yogurt consumers. It’s estimated that women account for 70%… Read more »
IFYA Launches the First National Frozen Yogurt Shop Owner Survey
The First National (US) Frozen Yogurt Shop Owner Survey launches today. The survey asks shop owners about shop performance, satisfaction with suppliers, operational practices, management, etc. We would like to see high levels of participation. Therefore, shop owners who would like free access to the results must take the survey. Shop Owners Who Take the… Read more »
First National Frozen Yogurt Survey Closes Soon
Be part of the first National (US) Frozen Yogurt Consumer Survey before time runs out. The survey closes on September 20, 2017. Complete the Frozen Yogurt Survey for a Chance to Win Froyo Gift Cards We are conducting the National Frozen Yogurt Survey to better understand the US frozen yogurt market. For this reason, we’d… Read more »
2017 Western Foodservice & Hospitality Expo Recap
We’re back from the Western Foodservice & Hospitality Expo, sponsored by the California Restaurant Association. This three day foodservice event took place at the Los Angeles Convention Center on August 27-29. The event is open to trade and business members and features many educational seminars, food demos, a tradeshow, and lots of free food. The… Read more »
Announcing the First National Frozen Yogurt Survey
Our First National Frozen Yogurt Survey has launched. Starting today, we invite all frozen yogurt consumers in the US over 13 years old to share their thoughts about frozen yogurt by taking our short online survey. The goal of the survey is to better understand the US frozen yogurt market. For a more comprehensive understanding,… Read more »
Emerging Trends: New Cones for Froyo
Cake, sugar, or waffle cones are the traditional cone of choice for ice cream or froyo. However, we’ve noticed that certain types of new cones have become popular at ice cream and frozen yogurt shops. Is there a cone revolution in the making? Freshly Made Cones Crepe cones have been available at certain froyo shops… Read more »
International/National Frozen Yogurt Day 2017
The BEST day of the year is just a few days away: National/International Frozen Yogurt Day on February 6. This year it falls on a Monday. It’s the day to show your appreciation for frozen yogurt by eating froyo and sharing your love of froyo with others around the world. Frozen Yogurt is an International Phenomenon… Read more »
2016 Chain Store Count
The IFYA Froyo Chain Store Location Count is back with the 2016 edition. Our store counts are based on what’s listed on the chain’s website when that information seems current. We also looked at recent press releases from the chain for their store counts and social media accounts. Keep in mind that the store counts… Read more »
Weightless Pricing at Frozen Yogurt Shops
Is weightless pricing the new thing at self-serve froyo shops? Prices have been on the rise at frozen yogurt shops and other chain restaurants thanks to rising food costs. They could increase further with minimum wage increases and technology investments. Many frozen yogurt shops have closed, particularly on the East Coast, which leads to decreased… Read more »