Edible Garden (EDBL) explores cognitive health drinks with Square Roots

Q: What collaboration did EDBL announce with Square Roots?

Edible Garden AG Inc announced a non-binding MOU with Square Roots Urban Growers, Inc. to co-develop clean-label functional ready-to-drink beverages using nutrient-dense crops optimized for bioactive compounds that support cognitive health, metabolic wellness, healthy aging, inflammation management, GLP-1 support, and performance nutrition.

Q: Is the Edible Garden and Square Roots agreement binding for EDBL shareholders?

No. Edible Garden and Square Roots entered into a non-binding memorandum of understanding, which outlines a proposed collaboration but does not create a definitive, enforceable partnership agreement at this stage.

Q: What is Edible Garden’s role in the new RTD beverage program for EDBL?

Edible Garden is expected to lead product formulation, supply bulk greens where appropriate, engage a flavor formulator, and commercially manufacture the RTD beverages at its dedicated RTD facility, aligning with its Farm-to-Formula strategy.

Q: What will Square Roots do in the collaboration with EDBL?

Square Roots is expected to cultivate specialty high nutrient ingredients, direct market research and outreach, coordinate third-party laboratory testing, and support Edible Garden’s formulation process during development of the RTD beverages.

Q: How does this MOU fit Edible Garden (EDBL)’s broader strategy?

Edible Garden describes itself as a leader in controlled environment agriculture and is expanding its Prairie Hills facility into a dedicated RTD clean nutrition manufacturing hub, supporting its Farm-to-Formula strategy and shift toward higher-margin, shelf-stable nutrition categories.

Q: How extensive is Edible Garden’s existing market presence for EDBL?

Edible Garden states its products are available in over 6,000 retail locations across the United States, Caribbean, and South America, supported by vertically integrated facilities and a network of contract growers.

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Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Edible Garden AG Inc (EDBL) reported that on August 21, 2026 it entered into a non-binding memorandum of understanding with Square Roots Urban Growers, Inc. for a proposed collaboration on premium, clean-label functional ready-to-drink (RTD) beverages. The partners plan to co-develop RTD products using nutrient-dense crops optimized for naturally occurring bioactive compounds targeting cognitive health, metabolic wellness, healthy aging, inflammation management, GLP-1 support, and performance nutrition.

The program is expected to proceed in three phases, with Square Roots leading early partner discovery and crop selection/bioactive optimization, and Edible Garden leading formulation and commercial manufacturing at its RTD beverage facility. Square Roots is expected to cultivate specialty high-nutrient ingredients, direct market research, and coordinate third-party lab testing to support marketing claims. Edible Garden is expected to supply bulk greens, oversee drink formulation via a flavor formulator, and produce the final products, supporting its Farm-to-Formula strategy and expansion into higher-margin, shelf-stable nutrition categories.

Filing Explained

The August 24 filing reports that Edible Garden entered a non-binding MOU for a proposed three-phase RTD beverage collaboration. It creates a development framework and assigns expected roles, but does not establish a completed product, disclosed sales, financial consideration, or binding manufacturing obligation.

8-K Event Classification

Item 8.01 — Other Events

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Item 8.01 Other Events Other

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Key Figures

MOU date: August 21, 2026 Retail locations: over 6,000 retail locations Program phases: three phases

3 metrics

MOU date August 21, 2026 Date Edible Garden entered into the non-binding MOU with Square Roots

Retail locations over 6,000 retail locations Availability of Edible Garden products across the United States, Caribbean, and South America

Program phases three phases Planned structure of the RTD beverage development collaboration

Key Terms

non-binding memorandum of understanding, ready-to-drink (“RTD”) beverages, controlled environment agriculture, Farm-to-Formula, +1 more

5 terms

non-binding memorandum of understanding regulatory

"entered into a non-binding memorandum of understanding (“MOU”) with Square Roots"

A non-binding memorandum of understanding is a written outline of the main terms and intentions between parties that signals they are negotiating a potential deal but does not create enforceable legal obligations. Think of it as a detailed handshake that helps investors read a company's likely direction and near-term plans, while reminding them the final agreement, price or timeline can still change.

ready-to-drink (“RTD”) beverages financial

"co-develop premium clean-label functional ready-to-drink (“RTD”) beverages"

controlled environment agriculture technical

"Edible Garden is a leader in controlled environment agriculture"

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.

Farm-to-Formula financial

"supporting its Farm-to-Formula® strategy and its transformation"

Farm-to-formula describes a supply approach where a company controls or closely manages the production of raw agricultural ingredients—often milk or other farm products—through processing into finished nutritional formula. It emphasizes direct oversight, traceability and consistent quality from the field to the packaged product. Investors care because it can reduce supply disruptions, improve margins and brand trust—like a restaurant growing its own vegetables to guarantee freshness and cut costs.

bioactive compounds medical

"optimized for naturally occurring bioactive compounds that support cognitive health"

Molecules produced by plants, microbes, or other organisms that have a biological effect on cells, tissues, or whole organisms; examples include vitamins, plant extracts, and drug-like substances. Investors care because these compounds are the active "ingredients" behind new medicines, supplements, or agricultural products—so their effectiveness, safety, and patentability drive clinical success, regulatory approval, market demand, and potential revenue. Like the key spice in a recipe, a bioactive compound determines whether a product works and sells.

FAQ

What collaboration did EDBL announce with Square Roots?

Edible Garden AG Inc announced a non-binding MOU with Square Roots Urban Growers, Inc. to co-develop clean-label functional ready-to-drink beverages using nutrient-dense crops optimized for bioactive compounds that support cognitive health, metabolic wellness, healthy aging, inflammation management, GLP-1 support, and performance nutrition.

Is the Edible Garden and Square Roots agreement binding for EDBL shareholders?

No. Edible Garden and Square Roots entered into a non-binding memorandum of understanding, which outlines a proposed collaboration but does not create a definitive, enforceable partnership agreement at this stage.

What is Edible Garden’s role in the new RTD beverage program for EDBL?

Edible Garden is expected to lead product formulation, supply bulk greens where appropriate, engage a flavor formulator, and commercially manufacture the RTD beverages at its dedicated RTD facility, aligning with its Farm-to-Formula strategy.

What will Square Roots do in the collaboration with EDBL?

Square Roots is expected to cultivate specialty high nutrient ingredients, direct market research and outreach, coordinate third-party laboratory testing, and support Edible Garden’s formulation process during development of the RTD beverages.

How does this MOU fit Edible Garden (EDBL)’s broader strategy?

Edible Garden describes itself as a leader in controlled environment agriculture and is expanding its Prairie Hills facility into a dedicated RTD clean nutrition manufacturing hub, supporting its Farm-to-Formula strategy and shift toward higher-margin, shelf-stable nutrition categories.

How extensive is Edible Garden’s existing market presence for EDBL?

Edible Garden states its products are available in over 6,000 retail locations across the United States, Caribbean, and South America, supported by vertically integrated facilities and a network of contract growers.

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Available on EDGAR 08/24/2026 - 07:45 AM Accepted by SEC EDGAR 08/24/2026 - 07:45 AM

UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 24, 2026 (August 21, 2026)

EDIBLE GARDEN AG INCORPORATED

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware

001-41371

85-0558704

(State or other jurisdiction

of incorporation)

(Commission

File Number)

(IRS Employer

Identification No.)

283 County Road 519

Belvidere, NJ

07823

(Address of registrant’s principal executive office)

(Zip code)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (908) 750-3953

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Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

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Common Stock, par value $0.0001 per share

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EDBLW

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Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§ 230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§ 240.12b-2 of this chapter).

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Item 8.01 Other Events.

On August 21, 2026, Edible Garden AG Incorporated (“Edible Garden”) entered into a non-binding memorandum of understanding (“MOU”) with Square Roots Urban Growers, Inc. (“Square Roots”) regarding a proposed collaboration. The goal of the partnership is to co-develop premium clean-label functional ready-to-drink (“RTD”) beverages using nutrient-dense crops optimized for naturally occurring bioactive compounds that support cognitive health, metabolic wellness, healthy aging, inflammation management GLP-1 support and performance nutrition.

More specifically, Edible Garden and Square Roots agree to engage in joint product development for one or more RTD beverage products, with commercial manufacturing to occur at the Edible Garden RTD beverage facility. The ultimate goal of this partnership is to establish a true “farm-to-formula” product where Square Roots and/or Edible Garden crops are used in the formulation of an RTD, clean-label beverage.

The program is expected to proceed in three phases, with Square Roots serving as lead partner for Phase 1 (Partner Discovery) and Phase 2 (Crop Selection and Bioactive Optimization) and Edible Garden serving as lead partner for Phase 3 (Formulation). Square Roots is expected to cultivate specialty, high nutrient ingredients, direct market research and outreach to key stakeholders, and coordinate third-party laboratory testing. The resulting laboratory tested nutrient profiles can be used to support formal marketing claims. Edible Garden is expected to supply bulk greens where appropriate, lead overall drink formulation, and produce the final product. To this end, Edible Garden plans to engage a flavor formulator, to direct beverage formulation and sensory evaluation throughout the project. Square Roots is expected to provide support and feedback through the formulation process.

Founded by entrepreneurs Kimbal Musk and Tobias Peggs, Square Roots is an agricultural innovation platform that helps partners accelerate R&D and bring new food and farming solutions to market. Combining modular controlled-environment research facilities, crop science, software and AI, Square Roots enables partners to screen varieties, develop and validate crop recipes, optimize production systems, and translate results into commercial applications. Square Roots works with growers, food companies, research organizations, and governments on programs spanning nutrition, climate resilience, food security, and agricultural automation.

Edible Garden is a leader in controlled environment agriculture, delivering organic, better-for-you, sustainable produce and products through its Zero-Waste Inspired® next-generation farming model. Available in over 6,000 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. The Company is also expanding its Prairie Hills facility in Webster City, Iowa, into a dedicated ready-to-drink (RTD) clean nutrition manufacturing hub, supporting its Farm-to-Formula® strategy and its transformation into higher-margin, shelf-stable nutrition categories.

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

	EDIBLE GARDEN AG INCORPORATED

Date: August 24, 2026	By:	/s/ James E. Kras
	Name:	James E. Kras
	Title:	President and Chief Executive Officer

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