BARFRESH FOOD GROUP INC.
For the period ended Mar 31, 2025. Filed May 1, 2025.
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Mar 31, 2025 · Filed May 1, 2025
What changed in Management’s Discussion and Analysis?
Read the current filingPrevious report: 10-Q
Period ended 2024-09-30; filed 2024-10-24.
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Item 2. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of OperationsCurrent report: 10-Q
Period ended 2025-03-31; filed 2025-05-01.
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Item 2. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of OperationsThe baseline is this issuer’s latest earlier reporting period of the same form that was filed before the current report. A previous 10-Q is a different quarter, not a year-over-year comparison. Amendments are excluded.
Compared 52 previous paragraphs and 37 current paragraphs.
19 unchanged; 11 reworded; 7 added; 22 removed; 0 previous and 0 current paragraphs rearranged.
Tables are not compared: 4 previous and 2 current tables excluded. Dates, whitespace, punctuation and numbering changes are ignored; changes to financial figures remain significant.
A changed paragraph is not evidence that risk increased or decreased. An unchanged paragraph does not establish that risk stayed the same.
Added paragraphs (7)
Current report
Cost of revenue increased $371,000, or 22%, to $2,030,000 in 2025 as compared to $1,659,000 in 2024. Cost of revenue increased at a higher rate compared to revenue due to trial costs at our new manufacturer and elevated costs to supply product in a sub-optimal manner while the production process at our new manufacturer is under development. The increase was partially offset by the non-recurrence of costs to relocate our single-serve manufacturing line, which amounted to $45,000 in 2024.
Current report
Selling, marketing and distribution expense increased approximately $130,000 (19%) from approximately $694,000 in 2024 to $824,000 in 2025.
Current report
General and administrative expenses decreased approximately $108,000 (13%) from approximately $855,000 in 2024 to $747,000 in 2025.
Current report
Stock-based compensation decreased by approximately $145,000 (48%) from $303,000 in 2024 to $158,000 in 2025 as a result of lower expected attainment under our performance stock unit program.
Current report
Legal, professional and consulting fees decreased by approximately $76,000 (48%) from $157,000 in 2024 to $81,000 in 2025 due to a reduction in dispute related legal costs that are paid through non-recourse litigation financing that was arranged in May 2024.
Current report
We had net losses of approximately $761,000 and $449,000 for the three-month periods ending March 31, 2025 and 2024, respectively. The increase in net loss of approximately $312,000 was primarily due to the 10.7 percentage point reduction in gross margin, from 41.4% to 30.7%, resulting in a reduction in gross profit of $270,000. We expect our gross margin to normalize in the second half of 2025 as new co-manufacturers are operating at full capacity and capability, improving our supply and cost structure.
Current report
On February 5, 2025, we entered into securities purchase agreements with several investors, pursuant to which we sold an aggregate of 1,052,793 shares of common stock at a price of $2.85 per share in a registered direct offering.
Removed paragraphs (22)
Previous report
Cost of revenue increased $687,000, or 41%, to $2,377,000 in 2024 as compared to $1,690,000 in 2023. Cost of revenue increased at a slightly higher rate compared to revenue due to $126,000 in cost incurred to relocate our single-serve smoothie pouch production line.
Previous report
Selling, marketing and distribution expense increased approximately $293,000 (42%) from approximately $697,000 in 2023 to $990,000 in 2024.
Previous report
General and administrative expenses increased approximately $128,000 (22%) from approximately $577,000 in 2023 to $705,000 in 2024.
Previous report
Stock-based compensation decreased by approximately $61,000 (25%) from $240,000 in 2023 to $179,000 in 2024 as a result of the aforementioned 2023 third quarter shift to performance-based stock-based compensation, partially offset by stock-based compensation associated with increased headcount.
Previous report
We had net losses of approximately $513,000 and $476,000 for the three-month periods ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, respectively. The increase in net loss of approximately $37,000, was primarily the result of operating expense increases of $384,000 due to headcount, and variable freight and broker commission costs, partially offset by increased gross profit of $347,000 from our 40% increase in revenue.
Previous report
Results of Operation for the Nine Months Ended September 30, 2024 as Compared to the Nine Months Ended September 30, 2023
Previous report
Revenue and cost of revenue
Previous report
Revenue increased $1,724,000, or 28%, to $7,929,000 in 2024 as compared to $6,205,000 in 2023. Our revenue in 2024 benefited from continued acceptance of our carton packaging format, increased sales of our bottled Twist & Go smoothies due to improved availability in the third quarter of 2024, and improvements in bulk sales due to the reintroduction of our WHIRLZ 100% juice product in the fourth quarter of 2023.
Previous report
Cost of revenue increased $1,028,000, or 26%, to $4,991,000 in 2024 as compared to $3,963,000 in 2023. Cost of revenue increased at a lower rate compared to revenue due to product mix and slight improvements in raw material and other input costs, partially offset by $176,000 in cost incurred to relocate our single-serve smoothie pouch production line.
Previous report
Our gross profit was $2,938,000 (37%) and $2,242,000 (36%) for 2024 and 2023, respectively. Excluding production relocation costs, our gross profit was $3,114,000 in 2024 (39%). The improvement in gross margin is a result of favorable product mix, pricing actions, and a slight improvement in the cost of supply chain components.
Previous report
Selling, marketing and distribution expense
Previous report
Selling, marketing and distribution expense increased approximately $277,000 (14%) from approximately $1,990,000 in 2023 to $2,267,000 in 2024.
Previous report
Sales and marketing expense increased approximately $148,000 (14%) from approximately $1,058,000 in 2023 to $1,206,000 in 2024. The increase is a result of higher personnel costs, travel and broker commission due to expansion of the broker network. Advertising and sample expense were lower as a result of non-recurring costs in 2023 associated with the launch of our smoothie carton format offering.
Previous report
Storage and outbound freight expense increased approximately $129,000 (14%) from approximately $932,000 in 2023 to $1,061,000 in 2024, primarily because of the 28% increase in revenue over the same period, partially offset by freight efficiencies, and lower storage and inventory management cost in 2024.
Previous report
General and administrative expense
Previous report
General and administrative expenses increased approximately $361,000 (18%) from approximately $2,062,000 in 2023 to $2,423,000 in 2024.
Previous report
Personnel cost decreased by approximately $13,000 (1%) from approximately $929,000 in 2023 to $916,000 in 2024. The decrease in personnel cost resulted from a reduction in headcount and cash bonus expense as a result of adopting an equity-only incentive structure in mid-2023, partially offset by the non-recurrence of the recognition of a COVID-19 related Employee Retention Tax Credit in 2023.
Previous report
Stock-based compensation increased by approximately $265,000 (61%) from $431,000 in 2023 to $696,000 in 2024 as a result of the Company adopting an equity-only structure for management incentives and Board of Directors compensation, implemented to conserve cash and to achieve compliance with NASDAQ listing regulations. Increases in management headcount and the issuance of long-term incentive awards also contributed to the increase.
Previous report
Other general and administrative expenses increased by approximately $84,000 (22%) due to recruiting fees incurred to broaden the capabilities of our management team, partially offset by a decrease in patent fees due to targeted renewals in 2024.
Previous report
Net loss
Previous report
We had net losses of approximately $1,973,000 and $2,123,000 for the nine-month periods ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, respectively. The decrease in net loss of approximately $150,000, was primarily the result an increase in gross profit of approximately $696,000, partially offset by increased operating expense of $546,000 due to variable freight and broker commission costs, increased headcount, and the non-recurrence of recognizing ERTC benefits in 2023.
Previous report
On June 1, 2021, we completed a private placement of 1,282,051 shares of our common stock at $4.68 per share, resulting in gross proceeds of $6,000,000. In addition, holders of debt converted a total of $399,000 in principal and $234,000 in interest into 133,991 shares of common stock and debt in the amount of $840,000 was retired, leaving the Company with no debt.
Reworded paragraphs (11)
Previous wording
Revenue increased $1,034,000, or 40%, to $3,637,000 in 2024 as compared to $2,603,000 in 2023. Our revenue in 2024 benefited from increased sales of our bottled Twist & Go smoothies due to improved availability resulting from inventory built over the months prior to the commencement of the school year, continued acceptance of Twist & Go smoothies provided in cartons, and improvements in bulk sales due to the reintroduction of our WHIRLZ 100% juice product in the fourth quarter of 2023.
Current wording
Revenue increased $101,000, or 4%, to $2,930,000 in 2025 as compared to $2,829,000 in 2024. Our revenue in 2025 benefited from increased sales of our bottled Twist & Go smoothies.
Previous wording
We have been able to expand our capacity on a limited basis at our existing smoothie bottle manufacturer and in July 2024 contracted with an additional manufacturer. We expect expanded capacity to become available in the fourth quarter of 2024, subject to the risks and uncertainties associated with pre-production activities.
Current wording
We have been able to expand our capacity on a limited basis at our existing smoothie bottle manufacturer and have been developing an additional manufacturer relationship since the fourth quarter of 2024, after the candidate we contracted with in July 2024 was unable to successfully produce product at scale. We expect expanded capacity to become available in the second half of 2025, subject to the risks and uncertainties associated with pre-production activities.
Previous wording
Our gross profit was $1,260,000 (35%) and $913,000 (35%) for 2024 and 2023, respectively. Excluding production relocation costs, our gross profit was $1,386,000 in 2024 (38%). The improvement in gross margin is a result of favorable product mix, pricing actions, and a slight improvement in the cost of supply chain components.
Current wording
Our gross profit was $900,000 (31%) and $1,170,000 (41%) for 2025 and 2024, respectively. Excluding production relocation costs, our gross profit was $1,215,000 in 2024 (43%). The reduction in gross margin is a result of product mix and new manufacturer trial and developments costs.
Previous wording
Our operations were primarily directed towards increasing sales and expanding our distribution network.
Current wording
Our operations in 2025 were primarily directed towards increasing sales and expanding our distribution network.
Previous wording
Sales and marketing expense increased approximately $183,000 (56%) from approximately $327,000 in 2023 to $510,000 in 2024. The increase is a result of higher personnel cost, travel and broker commissions due to expansion of the broker network.
Current wording
Sales and marketing expense increased approximately $103,000 (31%) from approximately $330,000 in 2024 to $433,000 in 2025. The increase is a result of higher personnel costs and broker commissions due to expansion of the broker network, as well as an increase in sample expense due to the introduction of our Pop & Go freeze pops.
Previous wording
Storage and outbound freight expense increased approximately $110,000 (30%) from approximately $370,000 in 2023 to $480,000 in 2024, lower than the 40% rate of increase in revenue primarily because of freight efficiencies, and lower storage and inventory management cost in 2024.
Current wording
Storage and outbound freight expense increased approximately $27,000 (7%) from approximately $364,000 in 2024 to $391,000 in 2024, slightly higher than the 4% rate of increase in revenue primarily because of freight inefficiencies resulting from supply constraints.
Previous wording
Personnel cost represents the cost of employees including salaries, bonuses, employee benefits and employment taxes. Personnel cost increased by approximately $116,000 (59%) from approximately $196,000 in 2023 to $312,000 in 2024. The increase in personnel cost resulted from the non-recurrence of the 2023 reversal of cash bonuses in favor of increased performance-based stock compensation in the third quarter, increased head count and higher staff utilization, and resulting deferral of paid time off. Similarly, director fees paid in cash decreased as a result of a shift to stock-based compensation in the third quarter of 2023.
Current wording
Personnel cost represents the cost of employees including salaries, bonuses, employee benefits and employment taxes. Personnel cost increased by approximately $110,000 (42%) from approximately $262,000 in 2024 to $372,000 in 2025. The increase in personnel cost resulted from increased head count, and acceleration of employer payroll taxes due to vesting of stock-based compensation.
Previous wording
Other general and administrative expenses increased by approximately $28,000 (29%) due to increased information technology costs and the non-recurrence of certain 2023 adjustments to estimates.
Current wording
Other general and administrative expenses increased by approximately $14,000 (14%) due to increased information technology costs.
Previous wording
During the nine months ended September 30, 2024, we used $1,544,000 in operations. Our net loss adjusted for non-cash operating expenses was a loss of $982,000, while changes in non-cash current assets and liabilities consumed $562,000 primarily because of increased accounts receivable resulting from our 40% increase in revenue compared to the nine months ended September 30, 2024. Additionally, our accounts payable decreased as we improved adherence with vendor terms. These changes were partially offset by a $444,000 reduction in inventory.
Current wording
During the three months ended March 31, 2025, we used $506,000 in operations. Our net loss adjusted for non-cash operating expenses was a loss of $525,000, while changes in current assets and liabilities generated $19,000 primarily because of a reduction of $372,000 in inventory and increases in accounts payable and accrued expense of $222,000 and $218,000, respectively, partially offset by an increase in accounts receivable of $670,000.
Previous wording
As of September 30, 2024, we had working capital of $1,371,000 compared with $2,345,000 at December 31, 2023, both excluding disputed accounts payable of $499,000 resulting from our dispute with the Manufacturer. The decrease in working capital is primarily due to losses incurred in the nine months ended September 30, 2024, partially offset by capital raised in the nine months ended September 30, 2024 through the sale of convertible notes and the conversion of those notes and other current liabilities to equity.
Current wording
As of March 31, 2025, we had working capital of $2,848,000 compared with $606,000 at December 31, 2024, both excluding disputed accounts payable of $499,000 resulting from our dispute with the Manufacturer. The increase in working capital is primarily due to capital raised in the three months ended March 31, 2025 through the sale of common stock, partially offset by losses incurred in the three months ended March 31, 2025.
Previous wording
Our liquidity needs will depend on how quickly we are able to profitably ramp up sales, as well as our ability to control and reduce variable operating expenses, and to continue to control fixed overhead expense. Our current dispute with the Manufacturer and the resulting loss of product supply and legal expense have negatively impacted our financial position, results of operations and cash flow. While the introduction of our carton packaging format in 2023 has mitigated the loss of supply, the product offering has not been accepted by some customers or as a substitute for the bottle product in all use cases. We have contracted with a co-manufacturer for additional smoothie bottle manufacturing capacity. We expect expanded capacity to become available in the fourth quarter of 2024, subject to the risks and uncertainties associated with pre-production activities. Additionally, we have taken other measures to reduce our liquidity requirements, including compensating our directors and employees with equity to reduce cash compensation requirements, obtaining non-recourse litigation financing, and securing receivables financing in the third quarter of 2024.
Current wording
Our liquidity needs will depend on how quickly we are able to profitably ramp up sales, as well as our ability to control and reduce variable operating expenses, and to continue to control fixed overhead expense.