National Organic Program

Edible Garden Transitions Business to Edible Garden Heartland on Schedule; Increased Efficiency and Owned Facility Expected to Positively Impact Margins

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024
National Organic Program, Edible, CEA

Mr. Jim Kras, Chief Executive Officer of Edible Garden, commented, “As a result of our vertical integration initiative, I am pleased to announce we are now shipping the USDA Organic potted herbs produced at our Edible Garden Heartland facility to major distribution partners in the Midwest.

Key Points: 
  • Mr. Jim Kras, Chief Executive Officer of Edible Garden, commented, “As a result of our vertical integration initiative, I am pleased to announce we are now shipping the USDA Organic potted herbs produced at our Edible Garden Heartland facility to major distribution partners in the Midwest.
  • This marks a significant expansion of our Midwest production capabilities and is expected to enhance our margins by reducing production costs.
  • In addition, we have recently completed the installation of several high-speed packing lines at the facility, allowing the facility to operate at increased capacity.
  • Having Edible Garden Heartland operate at a higher capacity enables us to shift from contract growers to in-house production, starting with potted herbs.

Edible Garden Announces Pulp Sustainable Gourmet Sauces Now Available Through KeHE Distributors, LLC

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Thursday, March 14, 2024
Maker, Natural product, Target, Growth, EXPO, Kaph, Edible, National Organic Program, Whole Foods Market, CEA, Meal

BELVIDERE, NJ, March 14, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Edible Garden AG Incorporated (“Edible Garden” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: EDBL, EDBLW), a leader in controlled environment agriculture (CEA), locally grown, organic and sustainable produce and products, today announced at Natural Products EXPO WEST® 2024 that KeHE Distributors will carry Edible Garden’s new line of Pulp sustainable gourmet sauces and chili-based products.

Key Points: 
  • BELVIDERE, NJ, March 14, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Edible Garden AG Incorporated (“Edible Garden” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: EDBL, EDBLW), a leader in controlled environment agriculture (CEA), locally grown, organic and sustainable produce and products, today announced at Natural Products EXPO WEST® 2024 that KeHE Distributors will carry Edible Garden’s new line of Pulp sustainable gourmet sauces and chili-based products.
  • Mr. Jim Kras, Chief Executive Officer of Edible Garden, commented, “At last year’s Natural Products EXPO WEST® 2023, KeHE Distributors selected Edible Garden as one of their top picks to visit.
  • The introduction of the Pulp line has been met with positive feedback from sauce lovers everywhere.
  • With KeHE's extensive national distribution network carrying the Pulp line, we are highly optimistic that this collaboration will significantly boost the growth and visibility of both the Pulp line and the Edible Garden brand."

Moyani Launches Revolutionary Organic Personal Care Line

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Thursday, April 4, 2024
Agriculture, Health, USDA, Environmental health, National Organic Program, Empowerment, Sale, Skin, Tourism

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va., April 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Moyani introduces a range of organic personal care products, merging traditional African beauty practices with modern sustainability. This innovative line redefines personal care standards, prioritizing health, heritage, and environmental stewardship.

Key Points: 
  • Moyani introduces a groundbreaking range of organic personal care products, merging traditional cultural practices with modern sustainability.
  • This innovative line is set to redefine organic personal care standards, prioritizing health, heritage, and environmental stewardship.
  • VIRGINIA BEACH, Va., April 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Moyani introduces a range of organic personal care products, merging traditional African beauty practices with modern sustainability.
  • Today, Moyani unveiled its latest innovation in personal care: a fully organic, culturally inspired product line designed to nurture both body and planet.

LIGHTLIFE ANNOUNCES NEW INNOVATION: TEMPEH PROTEIN CRUMBLES

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Thursday, March 14, 2024
Whole Foods Market, Cooking, Garlic, Taste, Growth, SPC, Lactic acid, Lightlife, Food, Originality, National Organic Program, Salad, Water, Fermentation, Meal, Fungiculture

CHICAGO, March 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ - Greenleaf Foods, SPC owner of leading plant-based brands Lightlife® ("Lightlife") and Field Roast® ("Field Roast"), and wholly-owned subsidiary of Maple Leaf Foods Inc., announced today that Lightlife® Tempeh, the #1 tempeh brand in the United States and Canada, will now be available in a new format – Tempeh Protein Crumbles.

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  • CHICAGO, March 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ - Greenleaf Foods, SPC owner of leading plant-based brands Lightlife® ("Lightlife") and Field Roast® ("Field Roast"), and wholly-owned subsidiary of Maple Leaf Foods Inc., announced today that Lightlife® Tempeh, the #1 tempeh brand in the United States and Canada, will now be available in a new format – Tempeh Protein Crumbles.
  • Lightlife Tempeh Protein Crumbles will be available in two flavors: Original and Smoked Chipotle.
  • In addition to Original and Smoked Chipotle Tempeh Protein Crumbles, other Lightlife Tempeh varieties include Original, Smoky Bacon Strips, Buffalo Strips, Three Grain and Flax.
  • Lightlife Tempeh Protein Crumbles will be available in the refrigerated produce section next to tofu at most major grocery and natural food retailers.

KATE FARMS INTRODUCES KIDS NUTRITION SHAKES DESIGNED FOR AGES 1-13

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
Vitamin, Vanilla, Nutrient, Caregiver, Parent, Zinc, Hospital, Child, Mineral, Walmart, National Organic Program, RDN, Allergy, Allergen

SANTA BARBARA, Calif., March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Kate Farms, the #1 recommended plant-based brand,* announced the introduction of its new Kids Nutrition Shake, designed specifically to provide organic, high-quality nutrition and support healthy growth and development for children ages one to 13.

Key Points: 
  • "Parents and caregivers struggle sometimes to get enough nutrients into their kids," said Kate Farms Chief Medical Officer Christina Valentine, MD, RDN.
  • We created Kids Nutrition Shake to deliver high-quality nutrition to even more kids, and we're thrilled to be part of their journey."
  • Kate Farms product line includes Standard and Peptide varieties, specialty Renal and Glucose support formulas, Pediatric Blended Meals, Nutrition Shakes for adults, and now Nutrition Shake for children.
  • Kate Farms Kids Nutrition Shakes are available for two-day delivery online at katefarms.com , Amazon, and Walmart.

Edible Garden to Showcase Pulp Sustainable Line of Gourmet Sauces and Chili-Based Products Including Additional New Products at Natural Products EXPO WEST® 2024 in Anaheim, California, March 14th-16th

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Thursday, March 7, 2024
CEA, EXPO, Whole Foods Market, Nature, Human, Food court, Condiment, National Organic Program, Edible, Dierbergs Markets, Target, Fast food

BELVIDERE, NJ, March 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Edible Garden AG Incorporated (“Edible Garden” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: EDBL, EDBLW), a leader in controlled environment agriculture (CEA), locally grown, organic and sustainable produce and products, announced that the Company will showcase its new line of Pulp sustainable gourmet sauces and chili-based products at the National Products EXPO WEST® 2024, booth #5274 in Anaheim, California from Thursday, March 14th  to Saturday, March 16th.

Key Points: 
  • National Products EXPO WEST® 2024 is produced by New Hope Network and co-located by Fresh Ideas Organic Marketplace.
  • The event annually attracts 60,000 to 65,000 participants with buyers constituting roughly 60% of the total.
  • The event will highlight the latest in natural and organic food and drink, eco-friendly beauty, and household items, as well as supplements and ingredients.
  • Mr. Jim Kras, Chief Executive Officer of Edible Garden, commented, "We are excited to be back at EXPO WEST and showcase the Pulp line of sustainable gourmet sauces and chili-based products at EXPO WEST® 2024.

Pediatric Nutrition Company Bobbie Launches Organic Infant Supplements, Expanding Current Product Line

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Monday, February 19, 2024
Organic Food, Retail, Health, Consumer, Baby, Maternity, Vitamins, Supplements, Food, Beverage, Philosophy, Research, Bifidobacterium longum, Multimedia, Colic, GRAS, Vitamin D, Parent, Crying, Fussy, Life, Entrepreneurship, Probiotic, Breast, Safety, Infant, Knowledge, National Organic Program, Science, Dietary supplement

Bobbie, the mom-founded pediatric nutrition company, today announced its first move beyond infant formula with two organic infant supplements: Vitamin D and Probiotic Drops.

Key Points: 
  • Bobbie, the mom-founded pediatric nutrition company, today announced its first move beyond infant formula with two organic infant supplements: Vitamin D and Probiotic Drops.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240219495444/en/
    The new Bobbie product suite, including organic infant boosters.
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    Consistent with Bobbie’s mission, philosophy, and product vision, these infant supplements were developed with the knowledge that every feeding journey is unique and ever-evolving.
  • Introducing Bobbie Organic Vitamin D Drops and Organic Probiotic Drops: both infant and toddler supplements are made with certified organic ingredients that are non-GMO, GRAS, and vegan.

Edible Garden Announces Pulp Sustainable Gourmet Sauces Now Available at Woodman’s Market

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024
CEA, Edible, National Organic Program

BELVIDERE, NJ, Feb. 06, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Edible Garden AG Incorporated (“Edible Garden” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: EDBL, EDBLW), a leader in controlled environment agriculture (CEA), locally grown, organic and sustainable produce and products, today announced that Edible Garden’s new line of Pulp sustainable gourmet USDA Organic fermented sauces are now available in all nineteen Woodman’s Markets locations across Wisconsin and Illinois.

Key Points: 
  • BELVIDERE, NJ, Feb. 06, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Edible Garden AG Incorporated (“Edible Garden” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: EDBL, EDBLW), a leader in controlled environment agriculture (CEA), locally grown, organic and sustainable produce and products, today announced that Edible Garden’s new line of Pulp sustainable gourmet USDA Organic fermented sauces are now available in all nineteen Woodman’s Markets locations across Wisconsin and Illinois.
  • Mr. Jim Kras, Chief Executive Officer of Edible Garden, commented, “We are pleased to announce that our Pulp line of sustainable gourmet USDA Organic fermented sauces is now being carried in all nineteen Woodman’s Markets locations across Wisconsin and Illinois.
  • Initial feedback received from customers after tasting Pulp has been extremely positive and we remain confident that as more customers experience our sustainable, USDA Organic, 'Bland to Bold' gourmet sauces, they will be eager to try additional items from the product line.
  • Woodman’s large retail locations which average 230,000 square feet, are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and carry a wide variety of products, resulting in high traffic volume make them an ideal partner for Edible Garden.”

INTRODUCING RECOVER 180; THE ONLY ORGANIC SPORTS DRINK FORMULATED FOR BALANCED HYDRATION

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024
Sprouts, NCAA, LOS, Inflammation, Vitamin, Immunity, Intrastate, Taste, Research, Los Angeles Lakers, King Soopers, NBA, Duke University, Super Bowl, MVP, Athlete, Marketing, Nutrient, Sugar, National Organic Program, Name, BHI, Antioxidant, QuikTrip, PGA Tour, Sport, NFL, Electrolyte, Bottled water

LOS ANGELES, Jan. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Veteran beverage entrepreneur Lance Collins has announced his latest venture, RECOVER 180™, a new organic hydration sports drink designed to help today's athlete improve performance and recovery before, during and after training. Its debut marks the only sports drink on the market to be certified USDA Organic and to contain balanced hydration. Professional athletes affiliated with the brand include NBA MVP James Harden, LA Lakers' Austin Reaves, the PGA Tour's Wyndham Clark and 4-time Super Bowl champion Rob Gronkowski, among others.

Key Points: 
  • Its debut marks the only sports drink on the market to be certified USDA Organic and to contain balanced hydration.
  • RECOVER 180's unique formulation combines coconut water with a balanced blend of electrolytes and vitamins, and organic flavors, to provide the hydration necessary to recover strong without any added sugars, chemicals, preservatives or artificial colors.
  • Each drink is packed with 110% of the daily recommended intake of Vitamins A and E, allowing the body to obtain essential nutrients during hydration.
  • We're very excited for America to incorporate RECOVER 180 into their routine, as we believe deeply in the benefits of such a balanced drink."

Sentient Brands Holdings Inc. and American Industrial Group, Inc., a Major International Food and Beverage Products Manufacturer, Agree to Extend Letter of Intent Exclusivity Period as they Work Towards a Definitive Agreement

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Wednesday, January 24, 2024
National Organic Program, Food, AIG, Letter, OK, M&A, Acquisition, Intellectual property, Sales

As part of its M&A strategy, Sentient Brands has been actively seeking attractive potential acquisition targets with the goal of strengthening the Company’s business model and augmenting its revenue, intellectual property, and global footprint.

Key Points: 
  • As part of its M&A strategy, Sentient Brands has been actively seeking attractive potential acquisition targets with the goal of strengthening the Company’s business model and augmenting its revenue, intellectual property, and global footprint.
  • Sentient Brands is a holding company with the ability to own and operate a portfolio of operating businesses.
  • AIG is a group of international, vertically integrated food and beverage products manufacturing companies, encompassing eight factories and 170 distributors across 22 countries.
  • AIG markets and sells its products through various U.S. big box stores and maintains USDA Organic and OK Kosher certifications for its product lines.