Blake Hill Jams Relocate, Lay Off Staff | Montpelier News

Blake Hill Preserves, the beloved Vermont jam maker since 2009, is shutting down its beloved Artisans Park facility after losing a major client and facing mounting debt — but don’t panic, fans: the brand is far from gone. The company is relocating to a secret new location, selling its 13,000-square-foot building to another foodie business that’ll keep selling Blake Hill jams, while shifting production to a new partner to boost capacity and maintain all your favorite flavors. Thirty employees are being let go — likely permanently — as the company pauses manufacturing and closes its retail store. Though they still owe nearly $44K on a 2024 town loan and have unpaid taxes, they’re keeping online orders alive with existing stock. Production resumes in August, shipping prices stay the same, and former staff are being consulted about the new setup — even if it’s less convenient for some. This move might just be the rebirth of a Vermont staple. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/601af194995a4d6b