Key Takeaways
- Edible Garden has signed a two-year exclusive vendor supply agreement with Berkot’s Super Foods.
- The company will supply a range of sustainably grown herbs and produce, including its functional pickle product, Pickle Party.
- The partnership will span all Berkot’s locations across Illinois, Wisconsin, and Chicagoland.
- Edible Garden’s self-watering display systems will be used to enhance product freshness and visibility.
- The agreement strengthens Edible Garden’s presence in the Midwest grocery retail market.
Edible Garden Ag’s Exclusive Midwest Retail Partnership
Edible Garden Expands Regional Distribution
Edible Garden AG Incorporated (Profile) announced a new exclusive two-year vendor supply agreement with Berkot’s Super Foods, a family-owned grocery retailer serving communities across Illinois, Wisconsin, and the greater Chicagoland area.
The agreement designates Edible Garden as the exclusive herb supplier to Berkot’s locations through a Direct-to-Distribution Center (DC) model, allowing for consistent product quality and streamlined delivery.
Product Line to Include Fresh Herbs and Unique Offerings
From Hydroponic Basil to Functional Pickles
Under the agreement, Edible Garden will provide a variety of its locally grown, organic products, including:
- Fresh potted herbs
- Hydroponic basil and cut herbs
- Wheatgrass
- Paste-style squeeze herbs
- Pickle Party, billed as the world’s first functional pickle
These offerings align with consumer demand for sustainable, fresh, and innovative food products and reinforce Edible Garden’s position in the market as a producer of responsibly grown produce.
Enhancing Retail with Innovative Displays
Merchandising Solutions for Freshness and Visibility
The partnership also includes the rollout of Edible Garden’s proprietary merchandising systems, which are designed to maintain freshness and boost in-store visibility. These include:
- Self-watering displays
- Fresh herb racks
- Basil-specific merchandising units
These tools aim to enhance retail efficiency while improving the shopping experience for consumers.
“We are excited to expand our footprint across the Midwest by partnering with a respected retailer like Berkot’s Super Foods,” said Jim Kras, CEO of Edible Garden. “This relationship not only supports our mission to provide fresh, locally grown, and sustainably packaged produce to communities nationwide, but also demonstrates the scalability of our self-watering display program.”
Strengthening Edible Garden’s Retail Presence
A Continued Push Toward Sustainability and Growth
This agreement underscores Edible Garden’s strategic expansion in the retail grocery sector and commitment to forming partnerships with environmentally aligned retailers. The company’s focus on sustainable packaging, local sourcing, and high-quality produce continues to differentiate it in an increasingly eco-conscious consumer market.
