Core Insights - GrowGeneration Corp. has announced the acquisition of Viagrow, a domestic supplier of gardening and hydroponic equipment, to enhance its presence in the home gardening and big box retail segments [1][3][5] - Viagrow generates annual revenues of $3 million and offers a range of eco-friendly gardening supplies distributed through major retailers and e-commerce platforms [2][8] - The acquisition aims to diversify revenue streams, enhance GrowGen's proprietary brand portfolio, and strengthen its leadership in the controlled environment agriculture (CEA) industry [3][10] Company Overview - GrowGeneration is the largest specialty retailer of hydroponic and organic gardening products in the United States, offering thousands of products including nutrients, additives, and environmental control systems [6] - The company operates an online superstore and a wholesale business, catering to both cultivators and resellers [6] Strategic Implications - The acquisition is seen as a transformational step for GrowGen, allowing it to expand into the rapidly growing home gardening and big box retail sectors [5] - It supports the company's strategy to drive higher-margin growth through proprietary brands and broadens its customer base across multiple channels [5][10] - The deal is expected to be accretive to gross margin in FY2025, with a goal of achieving 30%+ margins through private-label expansion [10]

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on January 27, 2023. Registration No. 333-268800 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM S-1/A (Amendment No. 2) REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 EDIBLE GARDEN AG INCORPORATED (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization) (Primary standard industrial classification code number) Delaware 100 85-0558704 (I.R.S. employer identif ...