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Entrance hallway to The Wedge test kitchen. One side has the Wedge logo. The other wall has logos of manufacturers.

Exploring The Wedge Test Kitchen

For foodservice professionals, the ability to try out commercial kitchen equipment hands-on is crucial for making informed decisions. At Pro...
Pro Reps West
May 30, 2024
close up of food being ladled onto a school lunch

Navigating Potential Changes in School Nutrition Standards

The USDA has recently updated the nutrition requirements for school meals, aligning them with the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2020-202...
Pro Reps West
May 7, 2024
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10 Solutions for Improving School Nutrition Foodservice

School nutrition directors are tasked with the crucial responsibility of ensuring that students receive nutritious meals that support their ...
Pro Reps West
Apr 2, 2024
Four elementary school-aged children gathered around a picnic table outside. On the table is a wicker basket with three heads of lettuce inside. On the table to the basket's right are three cauliflower heads, four more heads of lettuce, a few stalks of freshly picked celery, and seven unpeeled white potatoes.
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Reduce School Food Waste with NEWAGE Solutions

There are various state and national initiatives in place to decrease the amount of food thrown out in K-12 schools across America. On avera...
Pro Reps West
May 1, 2023
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A Combi Oven Can Save Your School Time and Money

What do you know about ovens in elementary, middle, and high school kitchens? Answers to this question may differ quite a bit depending on w...
Pro Reps West
Apr 24, 2023
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From Cafeteria to Classroom: Tackling Today's School Foodservice Challenges

Today's school nutrition programs face two different realities. On one hand, its never been more challenging to provide nutritious meals for...
Pro Reps West
Apr 4, 2023
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A Guide to Saving on Labor in California Public School Foodservice

School nutrition directors across the state of California face a range of challenges. From tightening budgets to figuring out how to cut cos...
Pro Reps West
Mar 30, 2023