Edible Garden Begins Shipping Integrated Herb Program to Weis Markets

Rhea-AI Summary

Edible Garden (Nasdaq: EDBL, EDBLW) began shipping USDA organic fresh potted herbs, hydroponic basil, and cut herb varieties to Weis Markets on Dec. 18, 2025, expanding its retail footprint across the Mid-Atlantic.

The expanded agreement moves the relationship from a limited offering to a fully integrated fresh herb program, including proprietary basil displays and fresh herb racks, and will use a Direct-to-Distribution-Center model to serve Weis Markets’ 204 stores across PA, MD, DE, NJ, NY, WV, and VA, leveraging proximity to Edible Garden’s Belvidere, NJ greenhouse to reduce food miles and support freshness and sustainability goals.

Key Figures

Weis founding year 1912 Year Weis Markets was founded

Weis store count 204 stores Weis Markets’ Mid-Atlantic retail footprint

Market Reality Check

$1.05 Last Close

Volume Volume 395,727 is about 4x the 20-day average of 100,244, indicating elevated interest ahead of this expansion news. high

Technical Price $1.27 remains below the 200-day MA $2.16, reflecting a longer-term downtrend despite the recent bounce.

Peers on Argus 1 Up

EDBL gained 6.72% with strong volume, while key farm-product peers were mixed: SISI rose 87.56%, AGRI gained 5.43%, and SDOT fell 4.11%. Momentum data flagged only VFF, up 10.77% without news, suggesting today’s move in EDBL is more company-specific than broad sector-driven.

Historical Context

Date	Event	Sentiment	Move	Catalyst
Dec 11	E-commerce expansion	Positive	-7.4%	Kick. Sports Nutrition product line launched on Target.com to expand digital reach.
Dec 09	Sales update	Positive	+13.7%	Thanksgiving 2025 sales rose 26.9% versus prior year across key herb categories.
Dec 05	Product distribution	Positive	+5.5%	Pickle Party™ fermented line began shipping to King Kullen in New York Metro.
Dec 02	Trade show appearance	Positive	-4.8%	Company showcased hydroponic basil and fermented lines at the NY Produce Show.
Nov 21	Retail expansion	Positive	+7.5%	Expanded distribution in NYC via George’s Plants and additional supermarket locations.

Pattern Detected

Recent commercial wins and distribution expansions often produced positive price reactions, though there are notable instances where upbeat news coincided with short-term pullbacks.

Recent Company History

Over the past month, Edible Garden has focused on expanding distribution and brand presence. On Nov 21, it added George’s Plants and more New York supermarkets, followed by showcasing products at the Dec 3 NY Produce Show. Subsequent releases highlighted the Pickle Party™ rollout at King Kullen, a 26.9% Thanksgiving sales increase, and Kick. Sports Nutrition’s launch on Target.com. Today’s Weis Markets herb program continues this theme of broadening retail reach and strengthening its regional footprint.

Market Pulse Summary

The stock moved -9.4% in the session following this news. A negative reaction despite seemingly constructive commercial news would fit the mixed pattern seen around prior announcements, where some positive distribution and marketing updates were followed by short-term weakness. With shares already far below the 52-week high of $13.50, traders might focus on balance sheet pressures and recent financing activity disclosed in SEC filings as potential overhangs, even when new retail partnerships are announced.

Key Terms

controlled environment agriculture technical

"a leading provider of controlled environment agriculture (CEA) solutions"

Controlled environment agriculture is the practice of growing fruits, vegetables or herbs inside purpose-built spaces—such as greenhouses or indoor farms—where light, temperature, humidity and water are tightly managed to produce consistent crops year-round. Investors watch it because it turns farming into a predictable, scalable operation (like a factory for plants), affecting yields, costs, supply reliability and price stability, and therefore the revenue and risk profile of businesses involved.

cea technical

"a leading provider of controlled environment agriculture (CEA) solutions"

Carcinoembryonic antigen (CEA) is a protein that can appear at higher levels in the blood when certain cancers are present or progressing; doctors use it like a smoke detector to monitor disease activity or response to treatment. For investors, changes in CEA levels reported in clinical trials or patient monitoring can signal whether a cancer therapy is working, influence regulatory decisions and labeling, and therefore affect a drug’s commercial prospects and a company’s valuation.

usda organic regulatory

"Company’s USDA Organic Herbs Align with Shared Commitment"

USDA Organic is a government-backed label that certifies food and farming practices meet specific standards for how crops are grown, animals are raised, and products are processed, without most synthetic pesticides, fertilizers, antibiotics or genetic engineering. For investors, the label acts like a trusted seal that can command higher prices, shape brand positioning and consumer demand, and introduce supply-chain or compliance risks if standards aren’t met.

hydroponic basil technical

"fresh potted herbs, hydroponic basil, and cut herb varieties"

Fresh basil grown in water-based nutrient systems instead of soil; plants sit in trays or towers and receive precisely controlled feeding, light and climate. For investors, hydroponic basil signals a modern, higher-cost, higher-yield agricultural model that can deliver faster harvests, consistent quality and year-round supply—factors that affect margins, inventory stability and scalability much like a factory replaces seasonal outdoor farming.

direct-to-distribution-center technical

"Distribution will be executed through a direct-to-distribution-center (“Direct to DC”) program"

Direct-to-distribution-center describes a logistics approach where products are shipped straight from a factory, supplier, or central warehouse to a company’s regional distribution hubs instead of first going through smaller warehouses or retail locations. For investors this matters because it can lower shipping and handling costs, speed up replenishment, and improve inventory control—similar to sending bulk groceries straight to your pantry rather than making multiple shopping stops—affecting margins and cash flow.

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Company’s USDA Organic Herbs Align with Shared Commitment to Freshness and Sustainability

Expansion Strengthens Presence Across the Mid-Atlantic

BELVIDERE, NJ, Dec. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Edible Garden AG Incorporated (“Edible Garden” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: EDBL, EDBLW), a leading provider of controlled environment agriculture (CEA) solutions and sustainable, locally grown organic produce, today announced that it has begun shipping its fresh potted herbs, hydroponic basil, and cut herb varieties to Weis Markets, further expanding Edible Garden’s retail footprint and reinforcing the Company’s strategic focus on regional growth and sustainability-driven partnerships.

Founded in 1912 and headquartered in Sunbury, Pennsylvania, Weis Markets, Inc. is a Mid-Atlantic food retailer operating 204 stores across Pennsylvania, Maryland, Delaware, New Jersey, New York, West Virginia, and Virginia. The retailer’s central location places it in close proximity to Edible Garden’s Belvidere, New Jersey greenhouse, helping minimize food miles while supporting Weis Markets’ focus on freshness, operational efficiency, and responsible sourcing.

Under the expanded relationship, Edible Garden will now manage a fully integrated fresh herb program for Weis Markets, marking a significant expansion from a previous limited-scale offering. The comprehensive program includes fresh potted living herbs, hydroponic basil, and cut herb varieties, supported by Edible Garden’s proprietary basil displays and fresh herb racks, which are designed to enhance in-store presentation, extend shelf life, and reduce food waste. Distribution will be executed through a direct-to-distribution-center (“Direct to DC”) program, further strengthening supply chain efficiency and consistency across Weis Markets’ store network.

“Expanding our relationship with Weis Markets further strengthens our presence across key East Coast and Mid-Atlantic markets while addressing growing consumer demand for organic, better-for-you, and sustainably produced fresh herbs,” said Jim Kras, Chief Executive Officer of Edible Garden. “Weis Markets’ regional scale, long operating history, and centralized distribution model make them a strong partner as we continue executing our disciplined growth strategy. By leveraging our proprietary growing systems and in-store technologies, we help improve product performance, maintain consistent quality at retail, and reduce food waste, all while keeping food miles low through our proximity to their core markets.”

ABOUT EDIBLE GARDEN®

Edible Garden AG Incorporated is a leader in controlled environment agriculture (CEA), delivering locally grown, organic, better-for-you, sustainable produce and products through its Zero-Waste Inspired® next-generation farming model. Available in over 5,000 retail locations across the United States, Caribbean, and South America, Edible Garden is at the forefront of the CEA and sustainability technology movement, distinguished by its advanced safety-in-farming protocols, sustainable packaging, patented GreenThumb software, and innovative Self-Watering in-store displays. The Company operates state-of-the-art, vertically integrated greenhouses and processing facilities, including Edible Garden Heartland in Grand Rapids, Michigan; Edible Garden Prairie Hills in Webster City, Iowa; and its headquarters at Edible Garden Belvidere in New Jersey. It also partners with a network of contract growers strategically located near major U.S. markets to ensure freshness and reduce environmental impact.

Edible Garden’s proprietary GreenThumb 2.0 software—protected by U.S. Patents US 11,158,006 B1, US 11,410,249 B2, and US 11,830,088 B2—optimizes vertical and traditional greenhouse growing conditions while aiming to reduce food miles. Its patented Self-Watering display (U.S. Patent No. D1,010,365) is designed to extend plant shelf life and elevate in-store presentation. In addition to its core CEA operations, Edible Garden owns three patents in advanced aquaculture technologies: a closed-loop shrimp farming system (US 6,615,767 B1), a modular recirculating aquaculture setup with automated water treatment and feeding (US 10,163,199 B2), and a sensor-driven ammonia control method utilizing electrolytic chlorine generation (US 11,297,809 B1).

The Company has been recognized as a FoodTech 500 firm by Forward Fooding, a leading AgriFoodTech organization, and is a Giga Guru member of Walmart’s Project Gigaton sustainability initiative. Edible Garden also develops and markets a growing line of nutrition and specialty food products, including Vitamin Way® and Vitamin Whey®—plant and whey protein powders—and Kick. Sports Nutrition, a premium performance line for health-conscious athletes seeking cleaner, better-for-you options. The Company’s offerings further include fresh, sustainable condiments such as Pulp fermented gourmet and chili-based sauces, as well as Pickle Party, a collection of fermented fresh pickles and krauts.

Learn more at https://ediblegardenag.com.
For Pulp products, visit https://www.pulpflavors.com.
For Vitamin Whey® products, visit https://vitaminwhey.com.
For Kick. Sports Nutrition products, visit https://kicksportsnutrition.net/

Watch the Company’s latest corporate video here.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements, including with respect to the Company’s growth strategies, ability to expand its distribution network and distribution relationships, and performance as a public company. The words “believe,” “expect,” “intend,” “look forward,” “objective,” “plan,” “seek,” “strategy,” “will,” and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are subject to a number of risks, uncertainties, and assumptions, including market and other conditions and the Company’s ability to achieve its growth objectives. The Company undertakes no obligation to update any such forward-looking statements after the date hereof to conform to actual results or changes in expectations, except as required by law.

Investor Contacts:
Crescendo Communications, LLC
212-671-1020
EDBL@crescendo-ir.com

FAQ

What did Edible Garden announce about Weis Markets on Dec. 18, 2025 (EDBL)?

Edible Garden began shipping USDA organic potted herbs, hydroponic basil, and cut herbs to Weis Markets and launched a fully integrated fresh herb program.

How many Weis Markets stores will receive Edible Garden herbs (EDBL)?

Weis Markets operates 204 stores across Pennsylvania, Maryland, Delaware, New Jersey, New York, West Virginia, and Virginia.

What distribution model will Edible Garden use to supply Weis Markets (EDBL)?

Edible Garden will use a Direct-to-Distribution-Center (Direct to DC) program to serve Weis Markets’ store network.

How does proximity to Belvidere, NJ help Edible Garden’s supply to Weis Markets (EDBL)?

Close proximity reduces food miles, supports freshness, and improves operational efficiency for Weis Markets’ centralized distribution.

What retail support does Edible Garden provide with the Weis Markets program (EDBL)?

The company will supply proprietary basil displays and fresh herb racks intended to improve in-store presentation, extend shelf life, and reduce food waste.