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Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Edible Garden Estimates Over 25% Year-Over-Year Increase in Preliminary Herb Sales During Easter Holiday Period
Broad-Based Growth Reflects Strong Seasonal Demand for Fresh, Flavor-Enhancing Herbs Across Retail Network BELVIDERE, NJ, May 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Edible Garden AG Incorporated ('Edible Garden' or the 'Company') (Nasdaq: EDBL, EDBLW), a leader in controlled environment agriculture (CEA), locally grown, organic, and sustainable produce and products, today announced that the Company estimates a more than 25% year-over-year increase in preliminary herb sales during the key Easter holiday period1, based on preliminary unaudited results. The Company recorded strong performance across its core herb categories: Hydroponic Herbs: Increased an estimated 31%, driven by promotional support, and expanded retailer placement during the holiday window. Cut Herbs: Rose an estimated 22%, reflecting consistent consumer preference for fresh, high-integrity ingredients. Potted Herbs: Grew an estimated 18%, supported by targeted merchandising and the expanded availability of Edible Garden's Poultry Mix. Among the season's highlights was the expanded rollout of Edible Garden's Poultry Mix, a fresh blend of rosemary, thyme, and sage designed to complement traditional holiday meals. Following its strong reception during the winter holidays, the product was strategically reintroduced for the spring season and featured in promotional campaigns across key retail partners. While Poultry Mix played a meaningful role in supporting growth within the potted herb category, the Company noted that its broader Easter performance was driven by its full portfolio of high-quality, sustainably grown herbs—reflecting Edible Garden's ability to consistently meet evolving consumer preferences for freshness, flavor, and convenience. 'This Easter season provided strong validation of our strategy to stay closely aligned with evolving consumer preferences,' commented Jim Kras, Chief Executive Officer of Edible Garden. 'Whether it's a first-time home cook preparing a holiday meal or a health-conscious shopper seeking clean-label, sustainable ingredients, consumers are increasingly turning to Edible Garden to enhance their everyday cooking experiences." 'We are proud to be recognized as The Flavor Maker, Edible Garden®—a trusted source for fresh, organic herbs that bring real flavor to the table. Our full portfolio, from hydroponic and cut herbs to innovative seasonal items like our Poultry Mix, is designed to meet the needs of today's culinary-minded households. As more people embrace cooking as both a necessity and a lifestyle, we're helping them make food taste better—naturally and responsibly.' 'With a retail network spanning over 5,000 locations, industry-leading fulfillment rates, and a steadfast commitment to our Zero-Waste Inspired® mission, Edible Garden is uniquely positioned to scale its impact by making sustainably grown, high-quality herbs more accessible; reducing food waste through localized production and efficient distribution; and empowering consumers to create flavorful, nutritious meals—while delivering added value to our retail partners through consistent performance and product innovation.' ABOUT EDIBLE GARDEN® Edible Garden AG Incorporated is a leader in controlled environment agriculture (CEA), locally grown, organic, and sustainable produce and products backed by Zero-Waste Inspired® next generation farming. Offered at over 5,000 stores in the US, Caribbean and South America, Edible Garden is disrupting the CEA and sustainability technology movement with its safety-in-farming protocols, use of sustainable packaging, patented GreenThumb software and Self-Watering in-store displays. The Company currently operates its own state-of-the-art vertically integrated greenhouses and processing facilities in Belvidere, New Jersey and Grand Rapids, Michigan, and has a network of contract growers, all strategically located near major markets in the U.S. Its proprietary GreenThumb 2.0 patented (US Nos.: US 11,158,006 B1, US 11,410,249 B2 and US 11,830, 088 B2) software optimizes growing in vertical and traditional greenhouses while seeking to reduce pollution-generating food miles. Its proprietary patented (U.S. Patent No. D1,010,365) Self-Watering display is designed to increase plant shelf life and provide an enhanced in-store plant display experience. The Company has been named a FoodTech 500 company by Forward Fooding, a leading AgriFoodTech organization. In addition, Edible Garden is also a Giga Guru member of Walmart's Project Gigaton sustainability initiative. Edible Garden is also a developer of ingredients and proteins, providing an accessible line of plant and whey protein powders under the Vitamin Way® and Vitamin Whey® brands. In addition, the Company's Kick. Sports Nutrition line features premium performance products that cater to today's health-conscious athletes looking for cleaner labeled, better for you options. Furthermore, Edible Garden offers a line of fresh, sustainable and functional condiments such as Pulp fermented gourmet & chili-based sauces and Edible Garden's Pickle Party - fresh pickles & krauts. For more information on Pulp products go to For more information on Vitamin Whey® products go to For more information on Edible Garden go to Preliminary, Unaudited Financial Disclosures The data presented above is preliminary and unaudited, based upon our estimates, and subject to further internal review by management and compilation of actual results. The data presented above does not reflect the impact of revenue from vitamins and supplements or other product categories during this period and may not be reflective of year-over-year trends in consolidated revenue during the quarter ending June 30, 2025(the '2nd Quarter'). Our closing procedures for the 2nd Quarter are not yet complete. Our management's estimates are based upon preliminary information currently available from our business and do not include any promotional deductions. While we expect that our results will be consistent with these preliminary and unaudited estimates, our actual results may differ materially from these preliminary estimates. This preliminary financial information is not a comprehensive statement of our financial results for this period. For example, herbs and produce constitute only one component of our overall revenue, which also includes sales from vitamins and supplements. Our actual results may differ materially from these estimates due to the completion of our financial closing procedures, final adjustments, and other developments that may arise between now and the time the closing procedures for the quarter are completed. This preliminary financial information should not be viewed as a substitute for our full interim financial statements prepared in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles. Accordingly, you should not place undue reliance on this preliminary financial information. The preliminary financial information has been prepared by, and is the responsibility of, our management. CBIZ CPAs P.C. ('CBIZ'), our independent registered public accounting firm, has not audited, reviewed, compiled or performed any procedures with respect to the accompanying preliminary financial data. Accordingly, CBIZ does not express an opinion or any other form of assurance with respect thereto. Forward-Looking Statements This press release contains forward-looking statements, including with respect to the Company's preliminary financial results, overall profitability, ability to expand its distribution network and distribution relationships, and performance as a public company. The words 'estimate,' 'expect,' 'future,' 'may,' 'seek,' and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are subject to a number of risks, uncertainties, and assumptions, including market and other conditions and the Company's ability to achieve its growth objectives, and other factors set forth in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Act Commission, including the Company's annual report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024 and subsequent quarterly reports on Form 10-Q. Actual results might differ materially from those explicit or implicit in the forward-looking statements, specifically our sales growth during the Easter holiday time period may not (i) reflect our overall revenue growth during the 2nd Quarter, (ii) the amount of sales that the Company recognizes as revenue during the 2nd Quarter and (iii) changes in market conditions during the 2nd Quarter. The Company's Easter holiday time period sales are preliminary and unaudited and are based on the Company's internal financial records as of the date of this press release. The Company's independent registered public accounting firm, CBIZ has not audited, reviewed, compiled or performed any procedures with respect to the sales or fulfilment rate for the Easter holiday time period. Accordingly, CBIZ does not express an opinion or any other form of assurance with respect to these preliminary results. You should not rely upon forward-looking statements as predictions of future events. The Company undertakes no obligation to update any such forward-looking statements after the date hereof to conform to actual results or changes in expectations, except as required by law. Investor Contacts:Crescendo Communications, LLC212-671-1020EDBL@ 1Reflects sales for the Easter holiday period of April 6–19, 2025, compared to the prior year period of March 17–30, 2024. 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Eater
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Eater
Alain Ducasse's Sky-High Restaurant to Close After a Decade Above the Strip
A decade after opening his French Riviera–inspired restaurant 64 floors above the Las Vegas Strip, Alain Ducasse will close Rivea this summer. The final dinner service is set for Sunday, June 22. Ducasse has operated restaurants in that iconic rooftop space for more than 20 years, adapting through two major hotel rebrands. The first, Mix (stylized as miX), opened in 2004 atop what was then the Hotel (stylized as THEhotel) at Mandalay Bay. Mix earned Michelin stars in both 2008 and 2009, back when Michelin still evaluated Las Vegas restaurants, adding to Ducasse's grand total of 21 Michelin stars across his global restaurant empire. In 2014, the Hotel rebranded as Delano Las Vegas, and one year later, Rivea and the adjacent Skyfall Lounge replaced Mix on the 64th floor. Most recently, in December 2024, the hotel rebranded again, this time becoming W Las Vegas under a partnership between MGM Resorts and Marriott International. Rivea's French-style dining spans dishes like mussels in garlicky white wine and herb butter sauce, tender gnocchi with English peas and romanesco, and Maine lobster with fresh linguine and truffle cream. It debuted with a bold design — the lighted 'wave wall' was made of hundreds of glass squares arranged in a pattern meant to evoke the motion of the Mediterranean. But the primary draw has always been the view, which looks out over the Las Vegas Strip. MGM Resorts International confirmed that the Skyfall Lounge, with its balcony views, will remain open and that plans for the now-vacant restaurant space will be announced in the coming months. Whatever takes its place, the views will remain a stellar highlight. Sign up for our newsletter.
Newsweek
19-05-2025
- Sport
- Newsweek
Will Patchy Mix Get Title Shot With Big UFC Debut Win?
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. The UFC announced over the weekend that it has signed former Bellator champion Patchy Mix after he requested his release from the PFL. Mix competes in the bantamweight division, which Georgian champion Merab Dvalishvili leads. Mix is set to make at UFC 316 on June 7 in New Jersey, where he will face veteran Mario Bautista. Dvalishvili will defend his title against star Sean O'Malley on the same card. A win for Mix will likely follow a call-out, during which he will demand a title shot and challenge the champion. However, it remains unclear whether a victory over Buastita is enough to merit the opportunity. A pair of glove belonging to Joanna Jedrzejczyk of Poland is seen left on the floor after Jedrzejczyk lost to Zhang Weili of China in the womens strawweight bout during the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC)... A pair of glove belonging to Joanna Jedrzejczyk of Poland is seen left on the floor after Jedrzejczyk lost to Zhang Weili of China in the womens strawweight bout during the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) 275 event in Singapore on June 12, 2022. Dana White announced the old gloves will be used from now on pasat UFC 309. More NICHOLAS YEO/AFP via Getty Images Mix is stepping in on short notice due to an injury sidelining Bautista's original opponent, Marlon Vera, allowing the former Bellator champion to debut on a pay-per-view main card. A significant win against Bautista would likely place Mix just one fight away from a title shot, and he seems to understand that his resume, combined with a strong debut, would secure a match against a top-five contender. "I'm already a multi-time world champion," Mix told MMA Junkie. "I'm 20-1 with 16 finishes. I got more finishes and a better record than every single guy ranked right now. I'm already a multi-time world champion that's beaten the who's who in MMA. So, I plan to win this fight, and I expect to be at the top of the division. Whether it's a title fight next, I don't know, but I don't mind what it is as long as it's a step-up." A potential fight with Corey Sandhagen would be logical, essentially setting up the next contender for the title. The UFC might directly grant Sandhagen the upcoming title shot, leaving Mix exploring other options in the title picture. Other possibilities might include Song Yadong, Petr Yan, or Umar Nurmagomedov, each of whom would pose incredibly tough challenges for Mix. While the UFC's bantamweight division is filled with highly skilled fighters, Mix possesses extensive experience competing against elite competition in MMA. Mix has secured victories over UFC legend Sergio Pettis, Kyoji Horiguchi, and Magomed Magomedov, achieving three notable wins against top flyweight competitors in Bellator. He became the bantamweight champion and successfully defended his title twice, with his latest defense occurring in May 2024. His signing with the UFC is one of the biggest free agent acquisitions the company has made in a while, considering he is on a seven-fight win streak and is coming into the promotion at the prime age of 31. Mix is known for being able to finish the fight anywhere it takes place, whether on the ground or standing, showcasing one of the most well-rounded games in MMA. Although he isn't seizing the immediate title opportunity, he could follow the route of another former Bellator fighter to enter the UFC: Michael Chandler. With a vicious knockout of Dan Hooker, Chandler secured an interim title fight right after making a statement on his debut. If Mix can get Bautista out in a hurry and get an intense call-out, he could be on the fast track to UFC stardom and have a chance at gold soon. More MMA: Former UFC Champion Holly Holm Returns to Boxing Under Jake Paul Promotion UFC Announces Multiple Major Title Fights, Including Ilia Topuria LW Opponent
USA Today
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Patchy Mix predicts stoppage win over Mario Bautista at UFC 316: 'I plan to run him over'
Patchy Mix predicts stoppage win over Mario Bautista at UFC 316: 'I plan to run him over' Patchy Mix wants to put the world on notice with a statement win in his promotional debut at UFC 316. Show Caption Hide Caption See Patchy Mix reaction to UFC signing, talks debut vs. Mario Bautista Patchy Mix talks to MMA Junkie and other reporters backstage at UFC Fight Night 256 about news of his signing, his debut vs. Mario Bautista at UFC 316 LAS VEGAS – Patchy Mix has made it no secret that he's gunning for the UFC bantamweight title. He's not fighting for the belt just yet, but he plans on winning his next fight in a way that tells everyone he's the future. Mix, the last Bellator bantamweight champion, recently left the PFL and signed with the UFC. He's expected to debut at UFC 316, which takes place on June 7 at the Prudential Center in Newark, NJ, against veteran Mario Bautista. Mix intends to not only beat Bautista but also make a statement to the world that he's the very best on the planet. "For them (fans) to say I wasn't elite and stuff, it was almost comical to me because of how much work I was doing and how many people I submit on a daily basis," Mix told reporters at UFC Fight Night 256 on Saturday. "Now that I'm here, I get a chance to prove it, and in three weeks, I plan to run him over. I plan to put him away. I know guys have finished him before, but I plan on putting him away and prove that I'm different than everyone else in this division, and I'm different than all these top-ranked guys." It's a short-notice opportunity for Mix. Bautista was originally expected to face Marlon Vera, but Vera withdrew from the fight due to injury. Despite the shorter-than-usual training camp time, Mix still sees UFC 316 as the perfect venue for his debut. "I'm a New York guy," Mix explained. "... I get to go to New Jersey, six hours from my hometown, and make my UFC debut after years of clawing at the bit to get here." Mix isn't too sure a win over Bautista will get him a title shot, but he expects it to push him towards the top of the division and into the UFC official rankings, given his trajectory in Bellator. "I'm already a multi-time world champion," Mix said. "I'm 20-1 with 16 finishes. I got more finishes and a better record than every single guy ranked right now. I'm already a multi-time world champion that's beaten the who's who in MMA. So, I plan to win this fight, and I expect to be at the top of the division. Whether it's a title fight next, I don't know, but I don't mind what it is as long as it's a step-up."
USA Today
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
'What now?': Patchy Mix ready for notoriety, plans to 'run over' Mario Bautista at UFC 316
'What now?': Patchy Mix ready for notoriety, plans to 'run over' Mario Bautista at UFC 316 Show Caption Hide Caption See Patchy Mix reaction to UFC signing, talks debut vs. Mario Bautista Patchy Mix talks to MMA Junkie and other reporters backstage at UFC Fight Night 256 about news of his signing, his debut vs. Mario Bautista at UFC 316 LAS VEGAS – Patchy Mix is a serious guy, but the smiles snuck through in the hours that followed Saturday's official announcement of his UFC signing. "I like this microphone," grinned Mix, referring to the UFC mic flag as he took the podium to speak with reporters including MMA Junkie at the UFC Apex following UFC Fight Night 256. Mix, 31, joins the promotion after a departure from PFL, and steps right into the action June 7 when he takes on Mario Bautista at UFC 316 in Newark, N.J. The instant activation is refreshing. "It sounds (like I'm) just where I belong," Mix said. "So many years. So many fights as a matter of fact. To finally be here is surreal. But it's where I belong. ... I had to have patience. (There was) a lot of frustration, just not knowing. Obviously, I was going to fight Leandro Higo last year. Everyone knew what I'd do to Leandro Higo. I just wanted to earn some money and stuff and stay active and keep getting better, keep growing. When that fight got pulled, I didn't know when I'd fight." Mix took the alternative path prior to his UFC signing, becoming renowned of one of the sport's best fighters outside of the sport's most notable brand. That journey earned him a lot of fruits of his labor, but there's still one void. "I have money," Mix said. "I have belts. I have all this stuff. But I don't have notoriety and that's what I'm coming for June 7. I'm coming to show the world who I am." Mix expected he'd be thrown into a top-five matchup to start. But when the UFC approached him to fill the vacancy left by an injured Marlon Vera, Mix had no problem obliging. "You get the call and you answer it," Mix said. "I'm not afraid of anyone in this division, especially (not) Mario Bautista. He's on a seven-fight win streak and I want that seven-fight win streak. When they called me, I answered it. I'll make weight and I'll get the job done. It didn't matter who. I didn't mind if he was ranked No. 1 or No. 50. I would've gone against the best, the hardest, the guy they didn't want anyone to fight. It didn't matter. It happened to be him and I think 'Chito' Vera popped his rib or something. They called me within an hour or two. I was like, 'Hell yeah.' Within a day, I think it was getting made." While Bautista (15-2 MMA, 9-2 UFC) is in his immediate view, UFC gold is in the distance. The current titleholder Merab Dvalishvili is a longtime training partner, but that doesn't deter Mix from wanting to capture that championship. He told Dvalishvili (19-4 MMA, 12-2 UFC) as much during a recent conversation. "I told him as a man that I could be potentially coming over here and that if we did fight, I was hoping it could be for the title down the line," Mix said. "It's just business. His dreams are the same dreams I have. My mom, a single mom who raised me and my brothers and sisters back there, she raised me to work my ass off. She raised me since I was a kid. I'm not just doing this for myself. I'm doing this for my family and that title comes with setting your family up for life. It doesn't matter who is in the way. It doesn't matter who."
