Testosterone is a crucial hormone for men and plays an important role throughout the male lifespan. Most of a male's testosterone is produced through the testicles. Also called the male sex hormone, testosterone starts playing its part during puberty.
When a male goes through puberty, testosterone helps males develop:
As boys turn to men and men grow older, testosterone levels deplete naturally. Sometimes, events like injuries and chronic health conditions like diabetes can lower testosterone levels. Unfortunately, when a man loses too much T, it results in hypogonadism. When this happens, the testosterone must be replaced, or the male will suffer from symptoms like muscle loss, low libido, and even depression.
TRT is exactly what it sounds like: a treatment option for men that replaces testosterone so that your body regulates hormones properly and restores balance to your life. Also called androgen replacement therapy, TRT alleviates the symptoms that men experience with low T.
Originally lab-synthesized in 1935, testosterone has grown in popularity since it was produced. Today, TRT and other testosterone treatments are among the most popular prescriptions in the U.S.
Without getting too deep into the science, TRT works by giving your body the essential testosterone it needs to function correctly. As the primary androgen for both males and females, testosterone impacts many of the body's natural processes â especially those needed for overall health. For example, men with low T are more prone to serious problems like cardiovascular disease and even type-2 diabetes.
When your body quits making enough testosterone, it causes your health to suffer until a solution is presented. That's where TRT and anti-aging medicine for men can help. TRT helps balance your hormones and replenish your depleted testosterone. With time, your body will begin to heal, and many symptoms like low libido and irritability begin to diminish.
For men, aging is the biggest contributor to lower testosterone levels, though there are other causes like obesity, drug abuse, testicular injuries, and certain prescribed medications. Sometimes, long-term health conditions like AIDS, cirrhosis of the liver, and kidney disease can lower testosterone levels.
When a man's testosterone levels drop significantly, it alters his body's ratio of estrogen and testosterone. Lower testosterone levels cause more abdominal fat, which in turn results in increased aromatase, which converts even more testosterone into estrogen.
If you're concerned that you might have low T, you're not alone. Millions of men in the U.S. feel the same way. The best way to find out if your testosterone is low is to get your levels tested.
For sustainable testosterone replacement therapy benefits, you must consult with hormone doctors and experts like those you can find at Global Life Rejuvenation. That way, you can find the root cause of your hormone problems, and our team can craft a personalized HRT plan tailored to your needs.
One of the most common reasons that men choose TRT is because they have lost that "spark" with their partner. It's not easy for a man to hear that they're not performing like they used to. Intimacy is a powerful part of any relationship. When a once-healthy sex life dwindles, it can cause serious relationship issues.
The good news is that low libido doesn't have to be a permanent problem. TRT and anti-aging medicines help revert hormone levels back into their normal range. When this happens, many men have a more enjoyable life full of intimacy and sex drive.
Weak erections â it's an uncomfortable subject for many men in the U.S. to talk about. It's even worse to experience first-hand. You're in the midst of an intimate moment, and you can't do your part. Despite being perfectly normal, many men put blame and shame upon themselves when they can't achieve an erection. And while the inability to perform sexually can be caused by poor diet, obesity, and chronic health conditions, low testosterone is often a contributing factor.
Fortunately, weak erections are a treatable condition. The best way to regain your confidence and ability in bed is to speak with your doctor. Once any underlying conditions are discovered, options like TRT may be the best course of treatment.
Do you find it harder and harder to work out and lift weights in the gym? Are you having problems lifting heavy items that you once had no problem lifting?
Recent studies show that when men are inactive, they lose .5% of muscle strength every year, from ages 25 to 60. After 60, muscle loss doubles every decade. While some muscle loss is common as men age, a significant portion can be tied to low testosterone levels. When a man's T levels drop, so does his muscle mass.
Testosterone is a much-needed component used in gaining and retaining muscle mass. That's why many doctors prescribe TRT Belvidere, NJ, for men having problems with strength. One recent study found that men who increased their testosterone levels using TRT gained as much as 2.5 pounds of muscle mass.
Whether your gym performance is lacking, or you can't lift heavy items like you used to, don't blame it all on age. You could be suffering from hypogonadism.
If you're like millions of other men in their late 20s and 30s, dealing with hair loss is a reality you don't want to face. Closely related to testosterone decline and hormone imbalances, hair loss is distressing for many men. This common symptom is often related to a derivative of testosterone called DHT. Excess amounts of DHT cause hair follicles to halt their production, causing follicles to die.
Because hair located at the front and crown is more sensitive to DHT, it grows slower than other follicles and eventually stops growing permanently. Thankfully, TRT and anti-aging treatments for men in Belvidere, NJ, is now available to address hair loss for good.
While it's true that you can't change your genes, you can change the effects of low testosterone on your body. Whether you're suffering from thinning hair or hair loss across your entire head, TRT and other hormone therapies can stop hair loss and even reverse the process.
Also called "man boobs," gynecomastia is essentially the enlargement of male breast tissue. This increase in fatty tissue is often caused by hormonal imbalances and an increase in estrogen. For men, estrogen levels are elevated during andropause. Also called male menopause, andropause usually happens because of a lack of testosterone.
If you're a man between the ages of 40 and 55, and you're embarrassed by having large breasts, don't lose hope. TRT is a safe, effective way to eliminate the underlying cause of gynecomastia without invasive surgery. With a custom HRT and fitness program, you can bring your testosterone and estrogen levels back to normal before you know it.
Decreased energy was once considered a normal part of aging. Today, many doctors know better. Advances in technology and our understanding of testosterone show that low T and lack of energy often go hand-in-hand.
If you're struggling to enjoy activities like playing with your kids or hiking in a park due to lack of energy, it could be a sign of low T. Of course, getting tired is perfectly normal for any man. But if you're suffering from continual fatigue, a lack of enjoyment, or a decrease in energy, it might be time to speak with a doctor.
Whether you're having a tough time getting through your day or can't finish activities you used to love, TRT could help.
A study from 2011 showed that men who lose a week's worth of sleep can experience lowered testosterone levels â as much as 15%, according to experts. Additional research into the topic found almost 15% of workers only get five hours of sleep (or less) per night. These findings suggest that sleep loss negatively impacts T levels and wellbeing.
The bottom line is that men who have trouble sleeping often suffer from lower testosterone levels as a result. If you find yourself exhausted at the end of the day but toss and turn all night long, you might have low T.
TRT and anti-aging medicines can restore your T levels back to normal, which can help you sleep better with proper diet and exercise.
You're feeling down about everything, and there's no solid explanation for why you're in such a crummy mood. Your daily life is great and full of success, but you can't help but feel unexcited and unmotivated. If you're experiencing symptoms like these, you may be depressed â and it may stem from low testosterone.
A research study from Munich found that men with depression also commonly had low testosterone levels. This same study also found that depressed men had cortisol levels that were 67% higher than other men. Because higher cortisol levels lead to lower levels of testosterone, the chances of severe depression increase.
Depression is a very real disorder and should always be diagnosed and treated by your doctor. One treatment option gaining in popularity is TRT for depression. Studies show that when TRT is used to restore hormone levels, men enjoy a lighter, more improved mood. That's great news for men who are depressed and have not had success with other treatments like anti-depression medicines, which alter the brain's chemistry.
Ask anyone over the age of 50 how their memory is, and they'll tell you it wasn't what it used to be. Memory loss and lack of concentration occur naturally as we age â these aren't always signs of dementia or Alzheimer's.
However, what many men consider a symptom of age may be caused by low testosterone. A 2006 study found that males with low T levels performed poorly on cognitive skill tests. These results suggest that low testosterone may play a part in reducing cognitive ability. If you're having trouble staying on task or remembering what your schedule is for the day, it might not be due to your age. It might be because your testosterone levels are too low. If you're having trouble concentrating or remembering daily tasks, it could be time to talk to your doctor.
Why? The aforementioned study found that participating men experienced improved cognitive skills when using TRT.
Even though today's society is more inclusive of large people, few adults enjoy gaining weight as they age. Despite their best efforts, many men just can't shed the extra pounds around their midsections, increasing their risk of heart disease and cancer.
Often, male weight gain is caused by hormone imbalances that slow the metabolism and cause weight to pile on. This phase of life is called andropause and happens when there is a lack of testosterone in the body. Couple that with high cortisol levels, and you've got a recipe for flabby guts and double chins.
Fortunately, TRT treatments and physician-led weight loss programs can correct hormone imbalances and lead to healthy weight loss for men.
Sermorelin is a synthetic hormone peptide, like GHRH, which triggers the release of growth hormones. When used under the care of a qualified physician, Sermorelin can help you lose weight, increase your energy levels, and help you feel much younger.
Human growth hormone (HGH) therapy has been used for years to treat hormone deficiencies. Unlike HGH, which directly replaces declining human growth hormone levels, Sermorelin addresses the underlying cause of decreased HGH, stimulating the pituitary gland naturally. This approach keeps the mechanisms of growth hormone production active.
Benefits of Sermorelin include:
Ipamorelin helps to release growth hormones in a person's body by mimicking a peptide called ghrelin. Ghrelin is one of three hormones which work together to regulate the growth hormone levels released by the pituitary gland. Because Ipamorelin stimulates the body to produce growth hormone, your body won't stop its natural growth hormone production, which occurs with synthetic HGH.
Ipamorelin causes growth hormone secretion that resembles natural release patterns rather than being constantly elevated from HGH. Because ipamorelin stimulates the natural production of growth hormone, our patients can use this treatment long-term with fewer health risks.
One of the biggest benefits of Ipamorelin is that it is suitable for both men and women. It provides significant short and long-term benefits in age management therapies, boosting patients' overall health, wellbeing, and outlook on life. When growth hormone is produced by the pituitary gland using Ipamorelin, clients report amazing benefits.
Some of those benefits include:
Whether you are considering our TRT services, HRT for women, or our growth hormone peptide services, we are here to help. The first step to turning back the hand of time starts by contacting Global Life Rejuvenation.
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BELVIDERE, NJ, June 21, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Edible Garden AG Incorporated BB #:336701, a leader in controlled environment agriculture (CEA), locally grown, organic and sustainable produce and plant-based products, today provided a business update and reported financial results for the quarter ended March 31, 2022.Mr. Jim Kras, Chief Executive Officer of Edible Garden, commented, “We are...
BELVIDERE, NJ, June 21, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Edible Garden AG Incorporated BB #:336701, a leader in controlled environment agriculture (CEA), locally grown, organic and sustainable produce and plant-based products, today provided a business update and reported financial results for the quarter ended March 31, 2022.
Mr. Jim Kras, Chief Executive Officer of Edible Garden, commented, “We are pleased to report solid results for the first quarter of 2022. Despite our capital constraints during the first quarter of 2022, revenues increased 10% compared to the same period last year. On the heels of our IPO in May 2022, we believe we are well-positioned to accelerate organic growth by capitalizing on our growing brand recognition, the strong consumer demand for our products and our expanding retail channels.”
“Retailers have become acutely aware of supply chain risks and are realizing the importance of locally grown produce. Our controlled greenhouse facilities allow us to grow consistently year-round by eliminating some of the variability of outdoor farming with our CEA techniques. In addition, GreenThumb, our patented proprietary greenhouse management and demand planning system, helps us track plants through the supply chain, driving greater efficiencies while reducing waste. At the same time, consumers are increasingly looking for fresh, safe, organic and sustainably grown food. Our closed looped systems and hydroponic methods use less land, less energy and less water than legacy farms, thus conserving the planet’s limited natural resources, while mitigating contamination from harmful pathogens, such as salmonella and e-coli without the use of pesticides.”
“Looking ahead, we believe our recent IPO will enable us to launch new sales and marketing initiatives to further drive brand awareness and growth. Similar to other companies in our sector, our first quarter results were affected by labor, material, and energy costs. Nevertheless, we invested heavily in our operations and have built what we believe is a highly scalable infrastructure. We expect to benefit from significant operating leverage, which should result in margin improvement as revenue continues to increase. As a result, we are encouraged by the near- and long-term outlook for the business.”
For the first quarter ended March 31, 2022, revenues totaled $2.7 million, an increase of $254 thousand, or 10.2%, compared to $2.5 million for the quarter ended March 31, 2021. The increase in revenues primarily reflects growth within the existing customer base.
Cost of goods sold were $2.8 million for the three months ended March 31, 2022 compared to $2.4 million for the three months ended March 31, 2021. The increase of $466 thousand was due to higher labor costs related to COVID-19, higher packaging costs due to inflation and higher costs charged by contract farmers to supply products.
For the three months ended March 31, 2022, operating loss was $2.1 million, compared to a loss of $1.2 million for the three months ended March 31, 2021. This was partially driven by an increase in selling, general and administrative expenses of $733 thousand. Outside professional fees accounted for $420 thousand of this increase, of which $400 thousand was related to non-cash, stock-based compensation expense.
The Company also incurred higher energy costs due to the increase in natural gas prices. Net loss was $2.6 million, or $0.51 per share, for the three months ended March 31, 2022, compared to a net loss of $1.2 million, or $0.30 per share, for the three months ended March 31, 2021.
The complete financial results for the quarter ended March 31, 2022, are available in the Company’s Form 10-Q, which has been filed with the Securities & Exchange Commission and available at: www.sec.gov.
ABOUT EDIBLE GARDEN
Edible Garden AG Incorporated is a leader in locally grown organic leafy greens and herbs backed by Zero-Waste Inspired® next generation farming. Offered at over 4,000 stores in the US, Edible Garden is disrupting the CEA agriculture 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 state-of-the-art greenhouses and processing facilities in Belvidere, New Jersey, and in partnership with growers near major markets in the U.S. Its proprietary GreenThumb software optimizes growing in vertical and traditional greenhouses while seeking to reduce pollution generating food miles. 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.
It’s time to crown the four state champions in public school baseball.One final time, eight teams will board the bus Saturday and make their last roadtrip with one goal in mind. Four will leave Bob DeMeo Field at Veterans Park in Hamilton Township with a shiny new piece of hardware for the trophy case.One game, winner-take-all, no tomorrow.Four games are scheduled to be played, wrapping up another sensational year of high school baseball in New Jersey. And as a way of putting a bow on the season, all four will be a...
It’s time to crown the four state champions in public school baseball.
One final time, eight teams will board the bus Saturday and make their last roadtrip with one goal in mind. Four will leave Bob DeMeo Field at Veterans Park in Hamilton Township with a shiny new piece of hardware for the trophy case.
One game, winner-take-all, no tomorrow.
Four games are scheduled to be played, wrapping up another sensational year of high school baseball in New Jersey. And as a way of putting a bow on the season, all four will be available to watch on NJ.com.
The NJ.com baseball staff has been following the action all season and we’re just as excited as you to find out which teams will walk away as state champions.
Take a look below for our Championship Saturday Group 1 preview and stick with NJ.com for the best coverage of the weekend’s state championship action.
When: Saturday, 4 p.m.
Where: Bob DeMeo Field, Veterans Park, Hamilton (Mercer County)
Team pages: Woodstown; New Providence
Coaches: Marc DeCastro, Woodstown; Chris Brodeur, New Providence
Woodstown state titles: 1 (1991 in Group 2)
New Providence state titles: 2 (1976 in Group 2, 1998 in Group 1)
Woodstown road to final: 8-Cape May Tech 10-0; 1-Audubon 4-3; 4-Buena 15-8; 6-Paulsboro 4-2 (South final); Point Pleasant Beach 4-0 (South/Central semifinal)
New Providence road to final: 15-Belvidere 9-1; 10-Whippany Park 14-4; 6-Glen Ridge 6-0; 4-Brearley 8-3 (North 2 final); Waldwick 8-2 (North 1/2 semifinal)
Woodstown projected starting lineup: Andrew Pedrick, So., SS; Chase Rieger, Sr., P; Ben Woodruff, Sr., RF; Lucas Prendergast, Sr., 2B; Brent Williams, So., 3B; Jack Knorr, So., 1B; Richard Burger, Jr., CF; Mark Banff, So., DH; Caden DeSiato, Sr., LF; Max Webb, So. C
New Providence projected starting lineup: James Santacross, Jr., 2B; James Pazdera, Sr., P/OF; Dean Licari, Sr., C; Ryan Grill, Sr., P/SS; Matt Demareski, Sr., P/3B; Zach DeGeorge, Sr., P/OF; Nick Bisaccia, Sr., P/SS; Luca Vitale, So., 1B; Andrew Kowantz, So., OF; Jake Monaco, So., P.
Woodstown wins if: It’s been a long time since the Woodies have played for a state title. You have to go back to 1991 under legendary coach Lee Ware. It was their only championship appearance until now and they walked away with a hard-earned 2-0 win over Basking Ridge in Group 2. This year’s team is looking to bring that magic back to town by playing the same kind of baseball that put it in this position. Marc DeCastro knows it’s not the time to tinker with things, just continue to preach solid defense and throwing strikes. Woodstown has to make sure it doesn’t beat itself with mental mistakes or errors, and it can’t allow New Providence to enjoy that big inning. The offense has been there. This is a game where the defense has to be rock solid. If they can generate a few runs early and hold the lead late, a second championship should be within reach.
New Providence wins if: You can’t coach experience and New Providence has a ton of it. This team has 37 wins over the past two seasons and is in the state final for the second season in a row. New Providence needs to keep things simple - start with throwing strikes and playing good defense. The Pioneers have a win over Cranford, which says volumes about its ability to win big games. Senior James Pazdera is expected to be the starting pitcher. Pazdera has pitched a tick under 100 innings in his varsity career. He has a solid 61-22 strikeouts-to-walks ratio this spring and knows what works for him. He needs to settle in early, get ahead and stay ahead. He has a seasoned team behind him, he doesn’t need to attempt to blow every Woodstown hitter away. At the plate, New Providence has scored 45 runs in its five state tournament wins – does it need to change anything? In the state tournament, Licari is 9-for-19 with four RBI. Kowantz is 8-for 16, with five RBI. Pazdera in 8-for-16 with six RBI. DeGeorge is 7-for-20 with eight RBI. It means New Providence isn’t counting on one or two players to get big and key hits. No single player should feel the pressure. They should have loose fingers and dry palms at the plate. With eight straight wins, New Providence doesn’t need to reinvent the wheel.
Predictions: Kevin Minnick (Woodstown); Luis Torres (New Providence); Joe Zedalis (New Providence).
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BOUND BROOK – The Skyland Conference’s high school softball coaches released their All-Conference selections for 2022 for each of the league’s three divisions after a meeting Monday at Bound Brook High School.Each division's coaches selected first- and second-team honorees, as well as honorable mention.The Courier News/MyCentralJersey.com All-Area softball teams are due out later this week.Here are the coach’s All-Conference selections, by division:DELAWARE DIVISION...
BOUND BROOK – The Skyland Conference’s high school softball coaches released their All-Conference selections for 2022 for each of the league’s three divisions after a meeting Monday at Bound Brook High School.
Each division's coaches selected first- and second-team honorees, as well as honorable mention.
The Courier News/MyCentralJersey.com All-Area softball teams are due out later this week.
Here are the coach’s All-Conference selections, by division:
(Bridgewater-Raritan, Hillsborough, Hunterdon Central, Immaculata, Montgomery, North Hunterdon, Phillipsburg, Ridge, Watchung Hills)
P: Caroline Colitti, Immaculata, sophomore
P: Sarah Davenport, Hillsborough, junior
P: Sarah DeStefano, Hunterdon Central, senior
P: Juliana Raymond, Watchung Hills, junior
C: Erin Howard, Montgomery, senior
1B: Julia Gallo, Immaculata, sophomore
1B: Grace Gigliotti, North Hunterdon, senior
2B: Morgan Bobrowski, Watchung Hills, sophomore
SS: Samantha DelHoyo, Hunterdon Central, senior
SS: Gianna Lentini, Bridgewater-Raritan, senior
SS: Grace Reed, North Hunterdon, junior
SS: Maggie Segreaves, Phillipsburg, senior
3B: Kayla Holguin, Bridgewater-Raritan, senior
3B: Holly Markus, Phillipsburg, junior
OF: Samantha Miller, junior Watchung Hills, center field
OF: Clay’le Van Ness, Hillsborough, junior
U: Reese Wilson, junior, Montgomery, shortstop, P/SS
P: Amanda Medina, Watchung Hills, junior
P: Ava Triano, North Hunterdon, senior
C: Kylie Petak, North Hunterdon, sophomore
1B: Diya Patel, Hillsborough, senior
1B: Ella Stevinson, Watchung Hills, sophomore
2B/SS: Josie Marcinek, Hillsborough, senior
SS: Caitlyn Maychrich, Immaculata, sophomore
SS: Carey Smith, Montgomery, senior
3B: Nicole Cicchetti, Watchung Hills, junior
3B: Victoria Fantozzi, Hillsborough, senior
3B: Kiersten Murray, Ridge, freshman
OF: Evelyn Fresco, Bridgewater-Raritan, freshman
OF: Claire Marcinek, Hillsborough, sophomore
OF: Heather Ryden, Immaculata, freshman
OF: Celia Totaro, Hunterdon Central, junior
OF: Madeline Traviglione, Immaculata, freshman
OF: Emily Walsh, Hunterdon Central, junior
Bridgewater-Raritan: Caileigh Mahovetz, freshman, catcher
Hillsborough: Alexa Chess, senior, catcher
Hunterdon Central: Emily Van Cleef, freshman, 3B/P
Immaculata: Mollie Ferreira, freshman, infield
North Hunterdon: Mia Parker, junior, second base
Phillipsburg: Ava Colontrelle, freshman, first base
Ridge: Robyn Lusardi, Ridge, infield
Watchung Hills: Samantha Raymond, Watchung Hills, junior
(Bernards, Delaware Valley, Franklin, Gill St. Bernard’s, Pingry, Somerville, Voorhees, Warren Hills)
P: Paige Brightwell, Delaware Valley, junior
P: Maddie Lardieri, Bernards, sophomore
C: Rebekah Hockenbury, Voorhees, senior
C: Sarah Hulsen, Gill St. Bernard’s
C: Macy Pagano, Warren Hills
1B: Alex Pagonis, Bernards, sophomore
1B: Anna Stowe, Pingry, senior
2B: Grace Stowe, Pingry, junior
SS: Taylor Francis, Pingry, freshman
SS: Zoe Ling, Franklin, sophomore
SS: Gina Mahlik, Bernards, sophomore
3B: Maddie Rivetti, Bernards, sophomore
OF: Brooke Baisley, Gill St. Bernard’s, sophomore
OF: Elyse Cantu, Gill St. Bernard’s, junior
OF: Silje Emery, Bernards, sophomore
OF: Ashley Levine, Bernards, senior
U: Skylee Ohler, Delaware Valley, junior, C/OF
P: Nicole Fitzgibbon, Somerville, Sophomore
P: Julia Gabryszewski, Franklin, junior
P: Casey McKeon, Pingry, freshman
P: Avalyn Stayskal, Voorhees, sophomore
P: Emily Titsworth, Gill St. Bernard’s, freshman
C: Risa Rivetti, Bernards, sophomore
1B: Brianna Moose, Delaware Valley, senior
2B: Katherine Adee, Bernards, second base
2B: Sophia Charlestown, Voorhees, junior
2B: Mia Ganter, Warren Hills, sophomore
SS: Alison Leibensperger, Voorhees, freshman
3B: Vanessa Mavraj, Gill St. Bernard’s, junior
3B: Rylee Rhinehardt, Warren Hills, sophomore
3B: Delaney Swain, Pingry, sophomore
OF: Marley Beers, Bernards, freshman
OF: Josie LaVigna, Delaware Valley, sophomore
OF: Allison Lopac, Somerville, junior
Bernards: Caitlin Sebastian, junior, pitcher
Delaware Valley: Kaitlyn Fike, junior, catcher
Franklin: Tori Pydeski, freshman, catcher
Gill St. Bernard’s: Phoebe Kirsh, senior, first base
Pingry: Claire Sartorius, freshman, outfield
Somerville: Kari LaCanna, sophomore, first base
Voorhees: Jessica Salko, senior, third base
(Belvidere, Bound Brook, Manville, Mount St. Mary, North Plainfield, Rutgers Prep, South Hunterdon)
P: Hannah Janes, Manville, junior
P: Cameron Kelly, North Plainfield, sophomore
P: Mia Lawson, Belvidere, sophomore
C: Kayla Connors, Belvidere, junior
C: Tiernan Swayhoover, South Hunterdon, senior
FP: Skyler Badessa, South Hunterdon, senior
FP: Delaney Baker, South Hunterdon, senior
FP: Katelyn Carrier, South Hunterdon, senior
FP: Kylie Graham, Belvidere, senior
FP: Raquel Kruszczynski, North Plainfield, senior
FP: Natalie Leonardis, Mount St. Mary, senior
FP: Casey Miller, Bound Brook, junior
FP: Shea Murphy, Mount St. Mary
FP: Kate Sanders, Manville, senior
FP: Kaitlyn Srivastava, South Hunterdon
DP: Katelyn Cunha, Bound Brook, freshman
DP: Emma Dalrymple, Belvidere, senior
Util: Valentina Barrios, Manville, sophomore
Util: Angie Herrera, North Plainfield
P: Ava Brown, North Plainfield, junior
P: Shea Murphy, Mount St. Mary, junior
P: Kaitlyn Sribastava, South Hunterdon, sophomore
P: Anna Ziccardi, Mount St. Mary, freshman
C: Naylani Delvalle, North Plainfield, freshman
C: Ella Klopfer, Rutgers Prep, junior
FP: Athena Drake, Manville, senior
FP: Emma Hickey, Belvidere, senior
FP: Alyssa Matthews, Manville, senior
FP: Sarah Murphy, Mount St., Mary, senior
FP: Annie Spreen, South Hunterdon, senior
FP: Sara Thiessen, Bound Brook, sophomore
FP: Vanessa Thompson, Manville, sophomore
DH: Audrey Charous, Belvidere, senior
DH: Cat DeCiantis, Mount St. Mary, sophomore
UTIL: Asia Hankerson, Rutgers Prep, senior
UTIL: Cambria Loesch, South Hunterdon, sophomore
Belvidere: Gianna Nese, sophomore
Bound Brook: Lorelai Coddington, junior
Manville: Alyssa Petti, sophomore
Mount St. Mary: Gianna Sangillo, freshman
North Plainfield: Courtney Mooney, senior
Rutgers Prep: Shelly Jean-Baptiste, senior
South Hunterdon: Georgia Andreoli, sophomore
Staff writer Simeon Pincus can be reached at [email protected] Follow him on Twitter @SimeonPincus and at www.Facebook.com/SimeonPincusCN
BELVIDERE, NJ, May 11, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Edible Garden AG Incorporated (“Edible Garden” or the “Company”) ( EDBL, EDBLW) today announced the appointment of three new independent members to the Company’s board of directors as of May 4, 2022: Mathew McConnell, Tracy Nazzaro, and Ryan Rogers.Mr. McConnell has served as Chief Executive Officer of Marco Polo Securities, Inc.’s MPS Chaperone and Distribution business since March 2020. In this position, he oversees international equiti...
BELVIDERE, NJ, May 11, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Edible Garden AG Incorporated (“Edible Garden” or the “Company”) ( EDBL, EDBLW) today announced the appointment of three new independent members to the Company’s board of directors as of May 4, 2022: Mathew McConnell, Tracy Nazzaro, and Ryan Rogers.
Mr. McConnell has served as Chief Executive Officer of Marco Polo Securities, Inc.’s MPS Chaperone and Distribution business since March 2020. In this position, he oversees international equities, trading, and capital markets processes for this U.S. broker-dealer, offering cross-border regulatory and distribution solutions to a robust network of local securities firms across the world. From 2018 to 2020, Mr. McConnell served as Managing Director, Head of Equity Capital Markets of Tellimer (Exotix Capital), including as a member of its U.S. executive committee. Prior to Tellimer, Mr. McConnell was Head of Capital Markets at Auerbach Grayson from 2014 to 2018.
Ms. Nazzaro is presently the President, Chief Financial Officer and General Manager for Trader’s Hill Farm, an innovative greenhouse farming operation in Hilliard, Florida, that produces specialty leafy greens. She joined Trader’s Hill Farm as Chief Financial Officer in late 2015. Prior to joining Trader’s Hill Farm, Ms. Nazzaro was a certified business analyst with the University of North Florida SBDC where she provided strategic advisory and financial consulting services to businesses in Northeast Florida. Ms. Nazzaro is also the Executive Director of the RWB Foundation, Inc., a non-profit organization providing financial assistance and operating guidance to small agriculture businesses in Florida.
Mr. Rogers spent nearly two decades working in the food retail industry in merchandising, sales and sourcing positions. After 18 years at Target Corp., where he held various senior buying and sourcing roles within its produce and grocery divisions, he joined FDM Sales in 2021 to help guide and sell emerging brands into retail. In 2022, as an effort to develop small and start-up consumer brands, Ryan founded Retail Optics, a consulting firm focused on navigating complex problems within the retail space.Mr. Jim Kras, Chief Executive Officer of Edible Garden, commented, “I am pleased to welcome Mathew McConnell, Tracy Nazzaro, and Ryan Rogers to our Board of Directors. They each bring tremendous experience in their respective fields, which will be invaluable as we implement our growth strategies to establish Edible Garden as a leader in the controlled environment agriculture (“CEA”) farming sector. Mathew’s success on Wall Street will be instrumental in supporting our growth objectives. Tracy brings both agricultural and CEA experience, as well as a background in corporate finance. Ryan brings a proven track record in big box retail and brand management within the food industry. In addition to leveraging their collective experience and relationships, we believe these appointments reflect our commitment to maintaining sound corporate governance.”
ABOUT EDIBLE GARDEN®Edible Garden AG Incorporated, is a leader in locally grown organic leafy greens and herbs backed by Zero-Waste Inspired® next generation farming. Offered at over 4,000 stores in the US, Edible Garden is disrupting the CEA agriculture 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 state-of-the-art greenhouses and processing facilities in Belvidere, New Jersey, and in partnership with growers near major markets in the U.S. Its proprietary GreenThumb software optimizes growing in vertical and traditional greenhouses while seeking to reduce pollution generating food miles. 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.
Forward Looking StatementsThis press release contains forward-looking statements, including with respect to the Company’s growth strategies and performance as a public company. The words “believe,” “may,” “expect,” “objective,” “seek,” “strategy,” “will,” 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. 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, LLC212-671-1020[email protected]
BELVIDERE, NJ, May 09, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Edible Garden AG Incorporated (“Edible Garden” or the “Company”) ( EDBL, EDBLW), a controlled environment agriculture (“CEA”) farming company that uses traditional agricultural growing techniques together with technology to grow fresh, organic food, announced today the closing of its previously announced initial public offering of 2,930,000 shares of its common stock and accompanying warrants to purchase up to 2,930,000 share...
BELVIDERE, NJ, May 09, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Edible Garden AG Incorporated (“Edible Garden” or the “Company”) ( EDBL, EDBLW), a controlled environment agriculture (“CEA”) farming company that uses traditional agricultural growing techniques together with technology to grow fresh, organic food, announced today the closing of its previously announced initial public offering of 2,930,000 shares of its common stock and accompanying warrants to purchase up to 2,930,000 shares of common stock. Each share of common stock was sold together with one warrant to purchase one share of common stock with an exercise price of $5.00 per share at a combined offering price of $5.00, for gross proceeds of approximately $14.7 million, before deducting underwriting discounts and offering expenses. In addition, the Company has granted the underwriters a 45-day option to purchase up to an additional 439,500 shares of common stock and/or warrants to purchase up to an additional 439,500 shares of common stock to cover over-allotments at the initial public offering price, less the underwriting discount, of which Maxim Group LLC has exercised its option to purchase additional warrants to purchase 439,500 shares of common stock.
The shares of common stock and warrants began trading on The Nasdaq Capital Market on May 5, 2022, under the symbols “EDBL” and “EDBLW,” respectively.
Maxim Group LLC acted as the lead book-running manager and Joseph Gunnar & Co. acted as the joint book-running manager in connection with the offering.
A registration statement on Form S-1, as amended (File No. 333-260655) was filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”), which became effective on May 4, 2022. A final prospectus relating to the offering was filed with the SEC and is available on the SEC's website at http://www.sec.gov. The offering was made only by means of a prospectus forming part of the effective registration statement. Electronic copies of the prospectus relating to this offering, may be obtained from Maxim Group LLC, 300 Park Avenue, 16th Floor, New York, New York 10022, at (212) 895-3745.
This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy, nor shall there be any sale of these securities in any state or jurisdiction in which such an offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state or jurisdiction.
About Edible Garden AG Incorporated
Edible Garden is a controlled environment agriculture (“CEA”) farming company. We use traditional agricultural growing techniques together with technology to grow fresh, organic food, sustainably and safely while improving traceability. We use the controlled environment of traditional greenhouse structures, such as glass greenhouses, together with hydroponic and vertical greenhouses to sustainably grow organic herbs and lettuces. In our hydroponic greenhouse, we grow plants without soil. Instead of planting one row of lettuce in the ground, by using a vertical greenhouse, we can grow many towers of lettuce in the same area by planting up instead of planting across. Growing these products sustainably means that we avoid depleting natural resources in order to maintain an ecological balance, such as by renewing, reusing and recycling materials in order to lower the overall one-time use of materials.
Investor Contacts:Crescendo Communications, LLC212-671-1020[email protected]