Company Description
Edible Garden AG Incorporated (EDBL, EDBLW) is a controlled environment agriculture (CEA) company that focuses on locally grown, organic, better-for-you, and sustainable produce and products. Through its Zero-Waste Inspired® next-generation farming model, the company combines greenhouse-based cultivation, proprietary software, and in-store technologies to supply fresh herbs, leafy greens, and value-added food brands to thousands of retail locations.
Business model and core operations
Edible Garden centers its business on controlled environment agriculture, using vertical and traditional greenhouses to grow USDA organic herbs and other produce. According to company disclosures, its products are offered at more than 5,000 retail locations across the United States, the Caribbean, and South America. The company emphasizes local production, reduced food miles, and sustainability, aligning its operations with its Zero-Waste Inspired® platform.
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 operations in Belvidere, New Jersey. It also works with a network of contract growers strategically located near major U.S. markets to support freshness and reduce environmental impact.
Technology and intellectual property
Edible Garden highlights technology as a key differentiator in its CEA operations. Its 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, is designed to optimize growing conditions in vertical and traditional greenhouses while aiming to reduce pollution-generating food miles. The software supports consistent production, crop management, and resource efficiency.
The company also holds a U.S. patent (No. D1,010,365) for a Self-Watering in-store display, which is designed to extend plant shelf life and enhance in-store presentation. This display technology supports retailers by improving merchandising and helping reduce shrink in fresh herb and plant categories.
Beyond CEA, 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). These patents reflect an additional technology platform in sustainable aquaculture that the company has acquired and integrated into its broader portfolio.
Product portfolio and brands
Edible Garden’s offerings span fresh produce, condiments, and nutrition products. Within produce, the company supplies fresh potted living herbs, cut herbs, hydroponic basil, and other CEA-grown items. Company news reports describe broad-based sales growth in categories such as cut and potted herbs, hydroponic basil, and wheatgrass during key selling periods.
The company has also developed a range of value-added, clean-label food brands that extend its presence beyond the produce aisle:
- Pickle Party™ – a line of fresh, fermented, Kosher, Non-GMO pickles and krauts, crafted in partnership with the Hermann Pickle Company. These products are raw, refrigerated, fermented, and made using traditional fermentation methods associated with digestive wellness. They are positioned as functional, clean-label condiments and are distributed through retailers such as Woodman’s Markets and other regional grocers.
- Pulp® – fermented gourmet and chili-based sauces described as sustainable condiments with bold, distinctive flavor profiles. Pulp products are carried by regional supermarket operators and are intended to complement everyday meals while aligning with wellness and sustainability preferences.
- Vitamin Way® and Vitamin Whey® – plant and whey protein powders that form part of the company’s nutrition and specialty food portfolio.
- Kick. Sports Nutrition – a premium performance line aimed at athletes and active consumers seeking cleaner, better-for-you options. Company announcements describe whey and plant-based proteins, pre- and post-workout formulas, and hydration-energy blends under the Kick. brand. Kick. Sports Nutrition has been recognized as a Sports Nutrition Product of the Year by the Mindful Awards and is available through major digital retail platforms such as Walmart.com and Target.com, as well as other e-commerce and club channels.
Together, these brands illustrate Edible Garden’s strategy of pairing its CEA-grown herbs and produce with value-added, clean-label, and functional food products.
Retail and distribution footprint
Edible Garden reports that its products are available in more than 5,000 retail locations across multiple regions. The company supplies national and regional retailers, including grocery chains and specialty markets, and has expanded into high-density metropolitan areas through neighborhood-focused grocers. Recent announcements highlight distribution gains with retailers such as Woodman’s Markets, Urban Market, DUMBO Market, Western Beef, and Weis Markets, among others.
The company utilizes both direct-to-distribution-center programs and partnerships with contract growers near major markets to support supply chain efficiency, freshness, and reduced food miles. Its in-store merchandising tools, including basil displays and fresh herb racks, are designed to support integrated herb programs at retailers and to enhance shelf life and presentation.
Sustainability and recognition
Sustainability is a central theme in Edible Garden’s positioning. The company describes its operations as Zero-Waste Inspired®, with a focus on sustainable packaging, reduced food miles, and protocols for safety in farming. Its CEA model is intended to support consistent supply, improved shelf life, and reduced food waste.
Edible Garden has been recognized as a FoodTech 500 firm by Forward Fooding, an AgriFoodTech organization, reflecting its role in the food technology and agriculture innovation ecosystem. The company is also a Giga Guru member of Walmart’s Project Gigaton sustainability initiative, which underscores its participation in broader efforts to reduce environmental impact in retail supply chains.
Capital markets and corporate governance context
Edible Garden AG Incorporated’s common stock and warrants, including the EDBLW warrants, are listed on The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC. The company files regular reports and current reports with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), including Forms 10-Q, 10-K, 8-K, and proxy statements.
Recent SEC filings describe capital structure and financing activities, including the issuance of Series B Preferred Stock in connection with an acquisition of sustainable aquaculture assets and a secured promissory note entered into with an institutional investor. The company has also used state-level programs, such as the New Jersey Economic Development Authority’s Technology Business Tax Certificate Transfer Program, to monetize net operating losses and obtain non-dilutive capital.
Proxy materials detail matters submitted to shareholders, such as the election of directors, equity incentive plans, the appointment of an independent registered public accounting firm, and proposals related to reverse stock splits. These documents provide insight into governance practices, capital markets strategy, and the company’s approach to equity-based compensation.
Strategic focus
Across its disclosures, Edible Garden emphasizes a strategy that combines CEA-grown herbs and produce with branded consumer packaged goods in condiments and sports nutrition. The company highlights disciplined execution, fulfillment performance, and expansion of retail and e-commerce distribution as key elements of its growth approach. Its technology assets in greenhouse management, in-store displays, and aquaculture support a broader platform in sustainable food and agriculture-related technologies.
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
The following FAQs address common questions investors and observers may have about Edible Garden AG Incorporated and the EDBLW warrants, based solely on available company disclosures.