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[supersonico] 08/4/2019 18:47

Interesting examples of how in growing Organic market demand is outstripping supply and the derogations that are issued which means the Chicken that B5 has with his Organic veg is not as Organic as he might have imagined ;)

(4) Article 42 of Regulation (EC) No 889/2008 allows, under certain conditions and when organic reared pullets are not available, for non-organically reared pullets for egg production of not more than 18 weeks to be brought into an organic livestock unit until 31 December 2018.

(5) Production of organically reared pullets for egg production is not sufficiently available, both in terms of quality and quantity, on the Union market to meet the needs of laying hen farmers. In order to allow more time for the production of organically reared pullets for egg production and to establish detailed rules for the production of organically reared pullets, the period of application of the exceptional production rules for non-organically reared pullets for egg production of not more than 18 weeks should be extended until 31 December 2020.

7) Organic protein supply is not sufficiently available, both in terms of quality and quantity, on the Union market to meet the nutritional requirements of pigs and poultry raised on organic farms. The production of organic protein crops is still lagging behind demand. It is therefore appropriate to extend the period in which it is allowed to use a limited proportion of non-organic protein feed for porcine and poultry species until 31 December 2020.


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Plus with head lines like this from the WSJ 'Roundup, the World’s Best-Selling Weedkiller, Faces a Legal Reckoning' that shortage is likely to persist.

Plaintiffs’ lawyers say research was skewed by company cooperation with scientists; Bayer AG says the product is safe



Toxicological Profile for Glyphosate

[supersonico] 08/4/2019 15:21

Comedy Gold..

Bayer Makes Bid for “Trust” Amid Third Monsanto Cancer Trial



Bayer AG, which bought Monsanto last summer, said Monday that it was making scientific studies available for public scrutiny in an effort to counter growing concerns about the safety of Monsanto’s flagship glyphosate-based herbicide products.

“Transparency is a catalyst for trust, so more transparency is a good thing for consumers, policymakers and businesses, Liam Condon, president of Bayer’s crop science division, said in a statement. Safety, he said, is the company’s top priority.

The comments come as pressure is mounting on Bayer management as roughly 11,000 people are suing Monsanto alleging glyphosate-based herbicides such as Roundup cause non-Hodgkin lymphoma, and Monsanto has hidden the risks and manipulated the scientific record. The first Roundup cancer trial resulted in a jury verdict of $289 million in damages against Monsanto, though a judge later lowered that to $78 million. The second such trial ended last month with a jury verdict of $80.2 million against Monsanto. The third trial is now underway.

[supersonico] 08/4/2019 13:19

Are you ready for Roundup Ready People?

[brucie5] 08/4/2019 12:38

Miranda, don't go away, please. What are your expectations for Mevalone sales for 2019, and how do you reflects upon the notional $300m total market for botrytis. Does that include wine producing grapes alone?

[mirandaj] 08/4/2019 12:30

"Pesticide" is the correct umbrella term as wan has said. It is more well understood Worldwide than "bio-pesticide".

[brucie5] 08/4/2019 12:27

Anything appearing in the Daily Mail should be taken with a generous portion of copper sulphate. They are of course playing to an audience which would in general rather eat rats bladders treated with sheep dip than endorse anything so subversive as 'organic'.
Nevertheless, as someone who does get a weekly organic veg box, I wasn't exactly pleased to hear that my potatoes could be poisoning me...

Could this be one for Mevalone, then? Though it's not certified organic...

[investingisatrickygame] 08/4/2019 11:55

Organic

The Natural Solution

Biopesticides

Proactive Investors - We do not produce pesticides!!!!!!!!

[northwick] 08/4/2019 09:08

We can't expect that from Eden, can we?

[supersonico] 08/4/2019 08:56

I'm also wondering if this was a pragmatic move to provide an alternative to more controversial Copper sulphate based products often used in Organic Farming systems as a fungicide.





Professor Tony Trewavas, an Edinburgh University plant scientist and critic of organic food, said copper compounds were 1,000 times more toxic than fungicides used on non-organic potatoes.

"It's not only poisonous for people, but also for wildlife," said Prof Trewavas.

"The trouble is, organic farmers haven't got anything else to replace it. Blight destroys the whole crop - it gets into the leaves and you end up with nothing. Organic farmers cannot afford to lose a crop."

[attyg] 08/4/2019 08:36

Super, your post 5976is most interesting. I had understood 3AEYcould not be classified as organic. Perhaps this classification may be changed?

[investingisatrickygame] 08/4/2019 08:35

:) :) :)

Reach RNS!!!!

[supersonico] 08/4/2019 07:38

Expect/ed a Reach RNS for the Araw Organic development and detail.

[supersonico] 08/4/2019 06:44

The biological control in Almería reaches almost 23,000 hectares.



The territorial delegate of Agriculture, Livestock, Fisheries and Sustainable Development, Aránzazu Martín Moya, has highlighted "the important commitment that the Junta de Andalucía has been developing for integrated production as a sustainable production system that guarantees environmental protection, quality and safety of the farmers ".

Martín, who has attended a Conference on Biological Control and Integrated Production in Protected Horticultural Crops, has emphasized that "biological control is the guarantor of the sustainability of productions and of the adaptation to the tastes of the current consumer, which every time more inclines towards the food produced in a more natural way, which leads to an increase in the demand for sustainable means of production in which not only productivity, but also safety, quality and environmentally friendly techniques can converge "

The delegate therefore considers that "you should not lower your guard in everything related to biological control", as it is "one of the hallmarks of agriculture in Almeria and provides added value to production."

For all these reasons, Aránzazu Martín has underlined the importance of this type of meeting between technicians of the administration and the agricultural sector in Almería "to continue moving towards a sustainable agriculture".

During the day the head of the Integrated Production Unit of the Department of Plant Health of the Delegation, María Paz Rodríguez, explained the importance of Biological Control and Integrated Production in Protected Horticultural Crops (pepper, tomato, eggplant, courgette, cucumber, melon , watermelon, Jewish) in Almería, which has a biological control surface of 22,700 hectares, of which 9,933 hectares are of Integrated Production, 4,604 producers that apply these techniques grouped in 29 APIs (Integrated Production Groups) and advised by 122 competent technicians (Source of this information "Andalusian Integrated Production Register").

In this meeting, held at the Francisco Villaespesa Public Library, it was addressed to technicians who provide specialized advice on plots of integrated production of protected horticultural crops in Almeria. It has addressed issues such as Biological Control in Cucurbitaceae, by María del Mar Téllez, Center IFAPA La Mojonera. The role of Biodiversity has also been analyzed as a tool that contributes to improving the Biological Control of pests. Design of functional hedges. Tools available, by Mónica González, from the Las Palmerillas de Cajamar Experimental Station and María Estefanía Rodríguez, from the IFAPA La Mojonera Center.

Another of the issues dealt with was the BIOPLAN Project "Biodiversity and Biological Control", by Mónica González, from the Las Palmerillas Experimental Station in Cajamar. Finally, the topic "Diversity of Organisms of Biological Control in greenhouses of Horticultural Crops-Almería, by María Dolores Alcázar, of the Laboratory of Production and Plant Health of Almería.

The participants in this conference took part in a colloquium where questions were presented and the aspects on which it is important to continue carrying out studies to solve the problem of greenhouse horticultural crops were collected.

[supersonico] 07/4/2019 00:03

Investing,

From the interview.



'What is the greatest satisfaction in your career?

In confidence, the best is how the story has changed, from when we knocked door to door of large companies, explaining how good our products could be in a future, to the moment when are those large companies that come knocking on your door to propose serious alliances, collaborations and projects. It is really satisfying.'
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Sumitomo's approach seems to me to in many ways value the nimbleness of the smaller company and their ability to respond to trends much earlier than if they buy up everything and put them under the tighter more restrictive apparatus of the Corporate structure.

The model looks to like ownership in some circumstances but in many the model involves collaborations, platform sharing and partnerships thru cooperation to accelerate the development in their chosen direction of travel. This looks to me to have been a strong factor over the last 5 years in the Bio markets.

So I would not be surprised if Sumitomo via Sipcam or Sumiagro reinforce that model by establishing deeper roots with Eden and may even want to protect their independence to facilitate further developments and foster innovation in the Bio/natural sphere .

[investingisatrickygame] 06/4/2019 23:40

The industry will know what Eden has and it will know Eden is vulnerable as measured by its share price and long suffering shareholders. I still don't think Eden currently, is capable of resisting a bid, should one come in.

[brucie5] 06/4/2019 21:39

I think you need to hope it won't be taken over any time soon.... Or 30p could be all you get for your patience.

[supersonico] 06/4/2019 16:44

Eden will be a shadow of it's former self by the end of 2020..is my considered opinion. If it's sold for less than £5ps then AttyG will not be happy..

[investingisatrickygame] 06/4/2019 14:21

"Big companies cannot afford the time with all the money they have, what they can do is buy other smaller companies that have agrobiological inputs like us."

That's exactly how I see Eden. Vulnerable to a takeover!

[supersonico] 06/4/2019 10:49

Reflective Interview with biologist Rafael Juncosa Founder of Futureco Bioscience (Sumitomo partner) about the evolution of Biopesticide companies over past 20 years and I guess we can read across to the ER evolution.



'Did you know that the environmentalist dream would become a demand from society and worldwide governments?

Yes. We realized 20 years ago. Large companies are now beginning. They start 15 years after we started thinking about NOFLY. We have 15 years of experience in biopesticide products. Big companies cannot afford the time with all the money they have, what they can do is buy other smaller companies that have agrobiological inputs like us.

Do you think that the current context is favorable although the registration processes to commercialize these products are too long?

Time and barriers of registration are both changing. Although the requirements are the same for approving a product to enter the market, it is becoming increasingly easier. The time it takes is shortening, and not only in Europe, where the process is the longest. In the United States, South America and Morocco registration is shorter. In countries like Peru, when a chemical pesticide takes from 2 to 3 years to register, a biopesticide takes only eight months to be registered. Morocco also prioritizes agrobiologicals on agrochemicals. There is an institutional awareness in specific countries to facilitate registration , marketing and use of these products'.

'What is the greatest satisfaction in your career?

In confidence, the best is how the story has changed, from when we knocked door to door of large companies, explaining how good our products could be in a future, to the moment when are those large companies that come knocking on your door to propose serious alliances, collaborations and projects. It is really satisfying.'

[supersonico] 06/4/2019 09:19

So Inflection point 2019/20..what will it bring?

Sumitomo affiliates and Eden Partners announce further product launch under SEIPRO.
Eastman Cedroz country approvals and possible Collaboration on Sustaine.
TT deal with Sumitomo/Partners announced including Headlice.

Clarity on Bayer Animal Health Formulation BS and further details of any wider (2013) collaboration, if any.

Eden expand in-house capabilities reflecting anticipated new commercial visibility and prosperity.
Possible further capital raise in some form , possibly strategic investor or larger stake from Sipcam to capitalise next stage of companies growth and cement further the Sumitomo and/or Eastman relationship

Eden Pipeline Products Two.. beyond the current Vertical content starting to be discussed and including Anti-microbial products. Possible commercial relationship with SCJohnson and further relationships facilitated by Xinova.

All Guesses all the time.

[supersonico] 06/4/2019 08:02

Clive Knew it aka Seeing Sumitomo everywhere.

Sumitomo Announces New Mode of Action for Adult Mosquito Control

2014..According to Sumitomo, extensive trials have confirmed the efficacy of this product against both resistant and susceptible malaria transmitting mosquitoes under both laboratory and field conditions. “As this product has a different mode of action chemistry from currently available interventions, it is also ideally suited for use in resistant management strategies and will therefore help preserve the effectiveness of existing vector control tools.”



2015 "Products that exhibit immediate and sustained efficacy against lice and their eggs, safety, and ease of use are well-positioned to secure market leadership in a relatively short time frame. The incumbent treatments not only fall short with respect to these qualities, but they also suffer when highly-adaptable lice develop resistance to many of the most effective synthetic actives. We believe TerpeneTech's products will fit a major unmet market need".

Over the past four years TerpeneTech has developed a number of products using Eden's GO-Eâ„¢ encapsulation system and IP, some of which now form the basis for products in areas outside of the biocides sector, for which TerpeneTech already has the exclusive rights from Eden for certain applications.



2014 'The extension of the agreement follows on from the commercial launch of two TerpeneTech pet odour neutralising products for companion animals in France. The products utilise Eden's encapsulation technology and marked the first ever commercial launch of products using Eden's intellectual property ("IP") and expertise in encapsulation. The extension of the agreement will allow TerpeneTech to launch a range of additional products using Eden's IP for agro-industrial use in ant, mite and insect control as well as consumer products that address outdoor insect control, odour neutralisation and carpet bugs'.

[supersonico] 05/4/2019 16:50

Curiosity..

Connecting natural technology to global markets
Co-innovation and expansion of breakthrough technology for a natural pesticide and anti-microbial

Global Market Penetration.

UK-based Eden Research partnered with Xinova and leveraged its global innovation network to expand Eden’s biocontrol technologies into new markets worldwide, along with access to elite expertise in business development, IP and licensing services. The agreement builds on natural synergies with Xinova’s leadership and expertise in agriculture, animal health, food ingredients, human health, and personal-care markets.



Parked.



VINUESA NAVARRO MARIA DE LOS [US] Works on Valent Bioscience Patent and works for Biomar Microbial Technologies







Sumitomo Chemical's US-based subsidiary, Valent BioSciences Corporation (VBC - Libertyville, Illinois), and Spanish marine biotechnology company Biomar Microbial Technologies (Leon) have agreed to collaborate on the development of biopesticides and biorational products. Biomar will source and screen novel leads from its library of some 66,000 microbial strains isolated from marine samples around the world. Valent will provide global R&D, regulatory and commercialisation resources and access to distribution partners. The programme is aimed at the development of biofungicides, bioinsecticides and plant growth regulators, with a focus on improved crop quality and productivity, health and stress management. The companies will jointly own intellectual property developed under the agreement.
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Grand opening event signifies a new era in integrated crop production.

OSAGE, IA., June 27, 2014 – Valent BioSciences Corporation (VBC) today marked the official opening of its new $146 million biorational manufacturing facility in Osage, IA in a ceremony that included more than 130 international dignitaries, state and local VIPs, and media personnel. VBC is the global leader in the discovery, development, manufacturing, and commercialization of biorational products for agriculture, public health, and forestry.

Located on an expansive 73-acre site, the new 130,000 square foot plant is the largest purpose-built biorational facility in the world and will serve as the manufacturing and quality control center for VBC’s broad portfolio of fermentation products. VBC brands are derived from biological origins and provide economic, health, and environmental benefits for agriculture, public health, and forestry markets in 95 countries around the globe.

“This is a landmark day for Valent BioSciences, our parent Sumitomo Chemical Company (SCC), and for the entire biorational segment,” said Ted Melnik, VBC Executive Vice President and COO. “Not only does this investment reflect the rapid growth of our business and validate the value of biorational technology in the marketplace, it puts us in the position to meet the rising demand for our products as we continue to develop new and innovative solutions for our customers around the world.”
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