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- **Revenue Growth**: 9% YoY driven by CPG expansion (54% YoY) and strategic retail partnerships.
- **Operational Efficiency**: Narrowed net loss to $4M vs. $2.1M prior year, reflecting cost control.
- **Innovation Hub**: Iowa facility to drive R&D in nutraceuticals and fermented foods.
- **Private Label Momentum**: Major retailers mandate natural ingredients, aligning with Edible Garden's clean-label expertise.
- **2026 Outlook**: Accelerate product launches in functional foods, leveraging retailer partnerships.
- **Sustainability Focus**: 0-waste model and USDA organic programs differentiate brand.

**【CEO Summary Section】**
- Q3 2025 revenue grew 9% YoY to $2.8 million, driven by expansion of higher-margin CPG products (54% YoY growth) including Kick, Vitamin Whey, Pulp, and Pickle Party.
- Strategic acquisition of NaturalShrimp facility in Iowa positions for R&D and production of next-gen nutraceuticals and fermented foods.
- Core produce business remains resilient with hydro basil up 21% YoY and wheatgrass up 59% YoY.
- Expanded retail partnerships with Kroger,1st USDA organic herbs program, Fresh Market, Pete's Fresh Market, and Amazon.
- Private label demand surging as major retailers mandate removal of artificial colors/dyes (e.g., Walmart) aligning with Edible Garden's clean-label ethos.
- Q3 2025 net loss narrowed to $4 million vs. $2.1 million prior year, reflecting operational efficiency improvements.

**【CFO Financial Commentary】**
- Gross profit pressured by 12% YoY increase in labor/freight costs, partially offset by 9% top-line growth.
- SG&A expenses rose 73% YoY ($3.8M vs. $2.2M) due to facility build-out and acquisition-related costs.
- Cash reserves optimized to $0.8 million through debt refinancing at lower rates.
- Working capital management enhanced via production planning and inventory turnover optimization.

**【Q&A Key Highlights】**
- Iowa facility will focus on R&D for nutraceuticals, fermented foods, and clean-label condiments.
- Private label business growing as retailers seek Edible Garden's expertise in natural ingredients.
- Margins maintained via premium branded products (Kick, Vitamin Whey) offsetting lower-margin private label volume.
- 2026 outlook: accelerate new product launches in functional foods, leveraging retailer partnerships.
- Thanksgiving holiday sales expected to benefit from expanded retail footprint and clean-label positioning.

Edible Garden AG Incorporated (EDBL) Q3 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

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