Edible Garden Reports 181.3% Year-over-Year Gross Profit Increase for 2024

Core Business Performance - The core herb business of Edible Garden experienced a revenue growth of 16.3% year-over-year, contributing an increase of $1.7 million [3][12] - Gross profit surged by 181.3%, reaching $2.3 million, with gross margin improving from 5.9% in 2023 to 16.7% in 2024 [3][14] - The company strategically exited lower-margin product lines, such as lettuce and floral, to focus on higher-margin opportunities, which positively impacted profitability and operational efficiency [3][12] Financial Results - For the year ended December 31, 2024, total revenue was $13.9 million, a slight decrease of 1.4% compared to $14.0 million in 2023, primarily due to the exit from lower-margin categories [12][17] - Cost of goods sold decreased by 12.7% to $11.6 million, driven by reduced reliance on third-party growers and the operationalization of Edible Garden Heartland [13][14] - Selling, general, and administrative expenses rose by 15.8% to $11.6 million, influenced by increased legal and accounting fees [15][17] Strategic Initiatives - The company is pursuing the acquisition of Narayan Group, which would enhance its global presence and diversify product offerings, particularly in organic coconut and superfood products [3][4] - Edible Garden is expanding its retail footprint across the U.S. by increasing distribution of its USDA Organic herb line, aligning with rising consumer demand for organic produce [4][8] Innovation and Sustainability - The introduction of Squeezables, a shelf-stable line of stir-in paste herbs, reflects the company's commitment to innovation and meeting consumer needs [5][6] - Edible Garden's sustainable practices earned it a Top 50 ranking in the 2024 FoodTech 500, highlighting its leadership in sustainable food systems [7][8] - The company implemented curbside recyclable pots, contributing to a reduction of 11,803 metric tons of CO₂ emissions in 2024 through Walmart's Project Gigaton [7][8]