Move part of effort to consolidate production, company says.

Will begin laying off employees in September.

Company to shift production to other plants.

Product is aimed at convenience store operators seeking labor-free indulgent offerings.

Includes adding capacity for more production.

Spending $27 million to add capacity in Tennessee.

Will be available exclusively at convenience stores, in-store bakeries.

Product developers are capitalizing on consumer interest in air frying.

Rich’s study also found food at gatherings encourages attendance.

New products are available exclusively at Walmart.