Key Takeaways:
- Edible Garden AG Incorporated (Nasdaq: EDBL, EDBLW), a leader in controlled environment agriculture (CEA) and sustainable produce, has completed an additional production line at its Edible Garden Heartland facility in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
- The expansion boosts the company’s production capacity and efficiency, enabling it to better serve key retail partners including Kroger, Meijer, and Walmart across the Midwest.
- The new line supports Edible Garden’s strategy to reduce supply chain dependency, streamline logistics, and meet rising consumer demand for locally grown, organic, and sustainable produce.
Strengthening Edible Garden’s Midwest Footprint
The additional production line significantly increases the output of the Grand Rapids facility, which has become a central hub for the company’s operations in the Midwest. The expansion allows Edible Garden to scale efficiently, respond to growing regional demand, and maintain consistent delivery to major retailers.
“The addition of this new production line represents an important advancement for Edible Garden as we continue to scale our operations and meet the increasing demand from our retail partners,” said Jim Kras, CEO of Edible Garden. “As we prepare for the upcoming holiday season, this expansion not only strengthens our position with key customers but also enhances our ability to deliver fresher, more sustainable products to consumers more efficiently.”
Technology-Driven Efficiency and Sustainability
Over the past year, Edible Garden has transformed its Grand Rapids facility into a highly automated, technology-driven operation, powered by the company’s patented GreenThumb® greenhouse management platform.
The GreenThumb® system improves traceability, data collection, and operational oversight, ensuring optimal resource use while maintaining product quality and safety standards. The facility now includes multiple high-speed packing lines and integrated processing systems, which enable the company to manage its entire supply chain with greater precision.
“By leveraging our GreenThumb® platform, we’ve improved oversight and efficiency across every step of production,” Kras added. “This expansion reinforces our commitment to providing fresh, responsibly grown produce while continuing to grow sustainably across the region.”
Edible Garden
Edible Garden is a farming company focused on sustainable agriculture through proprietary technologies and eco-friendly practices. The company operates modern greenhouse facilities that utilize automation and hydroponic growing techniques to produce herbs and vegetables year-round.
Its closed-loop systems aim to reduce land, water, and energy use when compared to conventional farming. The company emphasizes food safety and has received certifications including USDA Organic, non-GMO Project, Primus, GFSI, HACCP, and PACA.
