Core Insights - Edible Garden AG Incorporated reported a strategic shift towards higher-margin, shelf-stable products, resulting in a 15% year-over-year growth in non-perishable revenue and a nearly fourfold increase in gross profit compared to the previous year [1][3][8]. Financial Performance - For the quarter ended March 31, 2025, total revenue was $2.7 million, a decrease of 13.2% from $3.1 million in the same quarter of 2024, primarily due to the exit from lower-margin floral and lettuce product lines [8]. - Gross profit increased to $88,000 from $23,000 in the prior year, representing an increase of approximately 283% year-over-year, with gross margin improving to 3.2% from 0.7% [9]. - The net loss for the quarter was $3.3 million, an improvement from a net loss of $4.0 million in the same period last year, driven by cost reductions and increased sales from higher-margin products [11]. Strategic Initiatives - The company is focusing on expanding its consumer-packaged goods (CPG) portfolio with brands like Kick. Sport Nutrition, Pickle Party, Squeezables, and Pulp®, which are gaining traction in the market [3][4]. - Edible Garden completed a $15.5 million acquisition of assets from NaturalShrimp Farms Inc., enhancing its R&D and warehousing capabilities, and securing patents for water treatment technologies to support sustainability efforts [3][8]. Market Positioning - The company is enhancing its national distribution footprint by launching and growing retail partnerships with major accounts such as Walmart and Stop & Shop, leveraging patented merchandising solutions [4][5]. - Edible Garden maintains a U.S.-focused production model, with over 90% of its operations based domestically, minimizing exposure to global tariffs and disruptions [6][7]. Product Development - The company is actively reshaping its product mix by phasing out less profitable SKUs and focusing on higher-margin, less commoditized offerings, which has led to a 13% seasonal growth in cut herbs [3][8].