The Belvidere-based company's line of sustainably grown leafy greens will soon be available at Morton Williams Supermarkets, a member of Iselin-based supermarket co-cop Allegiance Retail Services LLC.

The proposal was inspired by fourth graders in Cinnaminson Township who were studying state symbols and, noticing the fruit's lack of inclusion, pitched the idea.

The hydroponic farming company from Belvidere expects to complete the phase one buildout of the 5-acre site ahead of schedule, with phase two expected to commence in January.

Newly enacted legislation removes the sweetener from the list of items covered by the new regulations governing the sale of home-baked goods.

In an effort to meet growing demand for its sustainably grown leafy greens, the Newark-based indoor agriculture company plans to open a new vertical farm in Qatar.

Jim Kras, CEO of the Belvidere-based buyer, said, "We believe there is significant potential for these on-trend products based on consumer demand for flavorful and well-packaged products that are all-natural, preservative-free, sustainably produced and fresher than traditional sauces."

The Belvidere-based company acquired a 5-acre facility that it says puts it closer to distributors and customers, and is expected to produce capacity to support up to $20 million in annualized revenue.

Researchers conducted case studies about the producers' experiences regarding environmental damage, safety concerns, management challenges and impacts to operations as the animal's population has grown.

The initiative will create a vertical farm, allow for the creation of jobs for young adults with autism, and offer valuable learning experience for students.

The free, virtual program marks 10 years of Annie’s Project New Jersey, a risk management educational program that offers tools to succeed by focusing on five areas of farm risk: marketing and pricing, financial management, human and personal, production and legal.

New Jersey, New York, Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island stores will now receive the Newark-based vertical farmer's high-quality produce all year round.

The companies are pursuing additional capital sources that must be agreeable to both parties with a goal to close the deal - if they agree - by Sept. 24, just over three weeks away.