Edible Garden AG Incorporated (NASDAQ: EDBL, a leader in controlled environment agriculture (CEA), locally grown, organic, and sustainable produce and products, today announced that it has started shipping its fresh potted herbs and cut herbs to Kroger’s (NYSE:KR) marking a significant expansion of Edible Garden’s footprint and underscoring the Company’s strategic commitment to sustainable growth and regional initiatives.
Headquartered in Cincinnati, The Kroger Co. is one of the largest grocery retailers in the United States, with more than 2,700 stores across 35 states. Since its founding in 1883, Kroger has served millions of customers each day through a seamless blend of in-store and digital shopping experiences.
The company remains a leader in fresh food, value, and community involvement. Through its Zero Hunger | Zero Waste initiative, Kroger has delivered over 2.3 billion meals since 2017, reinforcing its commitment to ending hunger and eliminating waste across the country.
“We are excited to offer our wide variety of fresh herbs, including private label, to a leading national grocery retailer like Kroger’s, which shares our commitment to sustainability, innovation, and delivering high-quality, fresh products,” said Jim Kras, Chief Executive Officer of Edible Garden. “This expands access to our locally grown herb product line, meeting the growing demand for clean-label, better-for-you, and responsibly sourced produce.
EDBL shares gathered a penny, or 0.7%, to $2.02, while KR shares gained 86 cents, or 1.3%, to $67.99.
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