As we approach the highly anticipated InvestorTalk tomorrow morning, I am delighted to be preparing for an InvestorTalk that promises to be both enlightening and engaging. With Dr. Carolyn Myers at the helm from 9-9:20 AM EST, we are set to do a coffee talk Q&A style, as we secure the latest advancements and strategic directions in the realm of nanotechnology and surface protection coatings from the undeniably talented FendX management team. Dr. Myers, CEO of FendX Technologies Inc., is renowned for her visionary leadership and her pivotal role in steering the company towards groundbreaking innovations….check out her LinkedIn profile, and then — here are tomorrow’s details:

9-920 AM EST
Tuesday, February 27, 2024
InvestorTalk with Dr Carolyn Myers from FendX Technologies Inc. (CSE: FNDX | OTCQB: FDXTF)
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One of the most noteworthy achievements that we will be highlighting during the talk is FendX’s successful completion of its third pilot run for manufacturing REPELWRAP™ film using Dunmore International Corp.’s commercial equipment. This milestone, announced on February 13, 2024, marks a significant leap forward in the company’s quest to optimize the production process of this innovative film.

The journey of REPELWRAP™ film from concept to near-commercialization is a testament to FendX’s relentless pursuit of excellence. The initial pilot run, revealed on October 3, 2023, confirmed the feasibility of scaling up the REPELWRAP™ film formulation for automated manufacturing. This was followed by a second pilot run on January 10, 2024, which introduced a more efficient one-pass coating process, significantly reducing manufacturing time and advancing the scale-up development initiatives.

The third and latest pilot run focused on utilizing the one-pass coating process to further reduce drying times after the nano-coating is applied to the film. This achievement not only enhances the efficiency of the manufacturing process but also supports FendX’s ongoing efforts to refine and perfect their production techniques. With each pilot run, FendX has moved closer to realizing a final commercial manufacturing process, demonstrating significant progress in optimizing the intermediate scale-up of REPELWRAP™ film.

REPELWRAP™ film is poised to revolutionize the way we approach surface protection. Leveraging FendX’s award-winning nanotechnology, this protective coating film exhibits unique properties that prevent the adhesion of pathogens, bacteria, and viruses, thereby reducing their transmission on surfaces prone to contamination. Such innovative solutions are crucial in healthcare settings and various industries, offering a new layer of protection in our fight against the spread of infectious diseases.

Dr. Myers’ leadership has been instrumental in forging strong collaborations with Dunmore and McMaster University, propelling FendX towards its goals with unmatched expertise and dedication. As we prepare to share these exciting developments with our investors and stakeholders, we look forward to a session filled with insightful discussions, strategic foresights, and a glimpse into the future of surface protection technologies.

Tomorrow’s InvestorTalk is not just a presentation of achievements; it’s a celebration of the strides FendX is making towards safer, more protected environments. Join us as we explore the cutting-edge innovations that FendX is bringing to the forefront, under the adept guidance of Dr. Carolyn Myers.

As of the latest financial disclosure, FendX Technologies Inc. (CSE: FNDX | OTCQB: FDXTF) has 53.04 million common shares outstanding.

In a revealing interview on Investor.Coffee, host Tracy Weslosky engages in an enlightening conversation with Brent Willis, President, CEO, and Director of Voyageur Pharmaceuticals Ltd. (TSXV: VM). This discussion sheds light on the company’s innovative strategies for 2024, marking its emergence as a leader in the pharmaceutical and medical imaging sectors. Willis offers a deep dive into how Voyageur Pharmaceuticals is preparing to redefine these industries with its trailblazing developments.

As a pioneering entity in the pharmaceutical and medical imaging industry, Voyageur Pharmaceuticals Ltd. is renowned for its specialization in the development of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API) for barium, iodine, and carbon, complemented by its advancement in high-performance, cost-effective imaging contrast agents. The Canadian firm is spearheading a strategic effort to vertically integrate the contrast imaging market. This ambitious endeavor involves producing its own minerals and establishing partnerships with reputable third-party GMP pharmaceutical manufacturers in Canada. With a clear aim to dominate the market, Voyageur is committed to ensuring its products meet stringent global regulatory standards. The company’s strategic roadmap includes aggressive expansion plans to break into international markets by late 2024 and to achieve FDA approvals for entry into the US and European markets by the end of 2025. These initiatives are reinforced by recent distribution agreements, underscoring Voyageur’s dedication to distributing its groundbreaking products on a global scale.

Adding to its commitment to innovation and market dominance, Voyageur’s portfolio boasts five licensed variant contrast products, directly addressing the acute global shortage of such agents, particularly focusing on barium contrast agents for radiology. The company stands on the brink of manufacturing these products, anticipating a substantial increase in revenue potential and aiming to secure a significant market share. This goal is facilitated by Voyageur’s strategic resource sourcing and manufacturing approach, especially its initiative to mine its own barium sulfate, promising to significantly reduce costs and boost its competitive advantage. The partnership with Rain Cage Carbon Inc. represents a major leap forward in imaging technology through the development of metallofullerene for MRI contrast agents. This collaboration not only sets the stage for introducing safer and more effective diagnostic tools but also reflects Voyageur’s commitment to environmental sustainability. Aiming to be the first carbon-neutral pharmaceutical company via carbon capture technology, Voyageur aligns its practices with its environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals, poised to make a significant impact on the imaging contrast agent market with its carbon-neutral agents and innovative manufacturing techniques. To access the complete interview, click here

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About Voyageur Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Voyageur, a Canadian public company trading under the symbol VM on the TSX Venture Exchange, is in development of barium, iodine and carbon Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API) and high-performance, cost-effective imaging contrast agents. With a strategic focus on vertically integrating the barium, iodine and carbon contrast imaging market, Voyageur aims to become a key player by producing its own barium, iodine, and fullerene minerals.

Voyageur’s business plan is set to generate cash flow by partnering with established third-party GMP pharmaceutical manufacturers in Canada, ensuring the validation of its products by regulatory agencies worldwide. As the Company solidifies its presence in the market, it will transition into a high-margin domestic manufacturer of radiology drugs, further expanding its revenue streams.

Voyageur is committed to sustainability and environmental stewardship. The Company envisions a future where carbon neutrality is the norm, and to achieve this, it plans to build state-of-the-art carbon-neutral infrastructure. By investing in carbon neutral energy sources and sustainable manufacturing practices, it aims to become 100% self-sufficient across all its manufacturing activities. Voyageur’s commitment to the environment sets it apart as a pioneer in the industry.

At the core of the Company’s operations, Voyageur owns a 100% interest in two barium sulphate (barite) projects, including the Frances Creek and Pedley Mountain properties. Additionally, Voyageur holds interests in a high-grade iodine, lithium, and bromine brine project situated in Utah, USA, further bolstering its position in the industry. Voyageur also owns a 100% interest in two battery mineral projects which focus on copper/zinc development.

Voyageur’s ambitious vision is to become the first vertically integrated, carbon-neutral company in the imaging contrast media drug market. By controlling all primary input costs, from the sourcing of raw materials to final production, it plans to ensure unmatched quality and cost efficiency. Voyageur embodies the motto of ” From the Earth to the Bottle ,” highlighting its commitment to responsible sourcing and manufacturing practices.

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It would be great to find a small but growing company that has potash fertilizer for food and lithium for batteries. For example, global leading potash and lithium producer Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile S.A (NYSE: SQM) now has a market cap of US$22.3 billion.

Today’s company has a potash resource and lithium potential, two of the most important materials in the modern world. Potash (plant or wood ash) is a critically important form of fertilizer used for global food production, and lithium has become the key green metal for the global energy transition.

Sage Potash Corp.

Sage Potash Corp. (TSXV: SAGE | OTCQB: SGPTF) (“Sage Potash”) is a Canadian company primarily focused on potash, but recently also turned their attention to lithium. Sage Potash holds private mineral leases located in the Paradox Basin in Utah, USA, that grant the Company exclusive rights to extract potash, lithium, and other saline minerals and resources. The Paradox Basin is known to host extensive undeveloped world class potash resources. Sage Potash’s new subsidiary is Sage Lithium Corp.

Sage Potash Corp’s portfolio of mineral leases within the southern part of the Paradox Basin in Southeast Utah, USA (small green, blue and brown shading)

Source: Sage Potash Corp. website

Sage Lithium Corp. (100% owned subsidiary of Sage Potash)

As announced on June 26, 2023, Sage Potash has formed a standalone 100% owned US subsidiary called Sage Lithium Corp. (“Sage Lithium”) for the purpose of exploring Sage Potash’s mineral leases for lithium and other soluble saline minerals. The announcement stated:

“Due to multi-commodity brines with high Li-K-Br analyses reported from historic oil and gas wells in the area, the Company is encouraged to explore additional potential revenue sources known to occur within the Paradox Basin. The primary objective of Sage Lithium will be to conduct testing for lithium and other soluble saline minerals within the existing brine hosting strata covered by Sage Potash’s private mineral lease portfolio. Sage Lithium will be operating in conjunction with its parent company, Sage Potash…….This strategic decision is grounded in the Company’s assessment of historical records derived from oil, gas and potash wells drilled in the Paradox Formation. The Company believes these records indicate a strong possibility of intersecting super-saturated brines (composed of up to 40% minerals and 60% water) containing a diverse range of valuable minerals, including lithium, bromine and potassium, in the Paradox Formation.”

The goal is to prove up a lithium (“Li”) and boron (“Br”) resource similar to nearby Anson Resources Limited (ASX: ASN | OTCQB: ANSNF) (530 MT indicated resource grading 123 ppm Li and 3,474 ppm Br) in the northern part of the Paradox Basin.

Sage Lithium intends to drill two exploration wells and concurrently sample, test, and analyze strata that are amenable to brine extraction for lithium, bromine and other soluble saline minerals.

Sage Potash’s land portfolio (potash resource and lithium potential)

Sage Potash’s land portfolio consists of nearly 90,000 acres of State and Private Mineral leases and BLM Prospecting Permit Applications. The portfolio lies within the Paradox Basin of Southeast Utah, USA.

Sage Potash already has a good sized resource on their property for their potash project (Sage Plain Project).

The Sage Plain Project Mineral Resource is:

• Inferred Resource for Upper Potash Bed, Cycle 18: 159.3 MMT, grading 26.96 % K₂O/42.67 % KCl
• Inferred Resource for Lower Potash Bed, Cycle 18: 120.2 MMT, grading 22.60 % K₂O/35.77% KCl

The next steps for Sage Potash with regards to their potash resource include preliminary engineering towards releasing a PEA, Feasibility Study, and pilot production.

Closing remarks

Sage Potash is still at the early stage with a lot of work ahead to develop their potash resource and explore for lithium and boron at their mineral leases located in the Paradox Basin, Utah, USA. If they can replicate the success of Anson Resources (market cap A$196 million) or even some of the success of SQM (market cap US$22.3 billion) investors will potentially be well rewarded. The usual mining risks apply, including exploration risk, funding and permitting risk in the USA. The Company is currently looking to raise C$1.5 million which should potentially be an easy ask given the potash, lithium, and boron potential; as well as the recent OTC listing.

Sage Potash Corp. trades on a market cap of only C$18 million. Exciting times for the Company and one to watch in 2023.

In this InvestorIntel interview, Tracy Weslosky talks with FuelPositive Corporation’s (TSXV: NHHH | OTCQB: NHHHF) Chairman and CEO Ian Clifford about the “disruptive nature” of their green ammonia production systems. By placing their systems onsite, Ian discusses how FuelPositive allows farmers and other end users to have a stable and independent supply of ammonia at a cost that is locked in for decades.

Ian goes on to explain how FuelPositive’s green ammonia production systems start to generate carbon credits as soon as they became operational. “FuelPositive owns those credits contractually”, Ian adds, “but we have the ability to utilize the value of those credits to help end users meet their operating targets and their return on investment targets as well.”

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About FuelPositive Corporation

FuelPositive is a Canadian technology company committed to providing commercially viable and sustainable, “cradle to cradle” clean technology solutions, including an on-farm/onsite, containerized Green Ammonia (NH3) production system that eliminates carbon emissions from the production of Green Ammonia.

By focusing on technologies that are clean, sustainable, economically advantageous and realizable, the Company aims to help mitigate climate change, addressing unsustainable agricultural practices through innovative technology and practical solutions that can be implemented now. The FuelPositive on-farm/onsite, containerized Green Ammonia production system is designed to produce pure, anhydrous ammonia for multiple applications, including fertilizer for farming, fuel for grain drying and internal combustion engines, a practical alternative for fuel cells and a solution for grid storage. Green Ammonia is also considered a key enabler of the hydrogen economy.

FuelPositive systems are designed to provide for Green Ammonia production on-farm/onsite, where and when needed. This eliminates wildly fluctuating supply chains and offers end-users clean fertilizer, energy and Green Ammonia supply security while eliminating carbon emissions from the production process. The first customers will be farmers. Farmers use 80% of the traditional grey ammonia produced today as fertilizer.

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FuelPositive Corporation (TSXV: NHHH | OTCQB: NHHHF) is a Canadian company that has developed a ‘green ammonia’ production system that does not produce harmful emissions to the environment. ‘Green ammonia’ is the result of using both an emissions free system and an emissions free energy source such as hydro, solar, or wind.

Ammonia is a chemical mostly used globally for fertilizer, but current production methods produce ‘grey ammonia’ with harmful emissions for the environment. Ammonia can also be used as a fuel for vehicles instead of gasoline or hydrogen fuels and it can even be used for stationary energy storage. Green ammonia can also be considered a key enabler of the hydrogen economy.

More about Ammonia…

Ammonia is one of the most produced chemicals on the planet, with 200 million tonnes consumed annually. It is used in a wide range of industries, but most notably in the agricultural industry as a fertilizer. FuelPositive describes its importance stating:

“It is considered to be one of the four building blocks of modern society along with steel, cement and plastic.…..The problem is that the Haber-Bosch method, still used in massive fossil fuel-powered refineries, is one of the most emissions intensive manufacturing processes in the world. For every single metric tonne of traditional or grey ammonia produced globally, almost three metric tonnes of greenhouse gases are emitted.“

The number one use for green ammonia would be the agricultural industry as farmers use 80% of the traditional grey ammonia produced today as fertilizer. If farmers moved across to using green ammonia the climate benefits would be enormous. Farmers could use the FuelPositive green ammonia production system to produce their own fuel for their vehicles and machinery as well as to produce their own ammonia fertilizer.

FuelPositive’s green ammonia production system

FuelPositive’s green ammonia production system is an onsite, containerized system that takes air, water, and sustainable electricity and converts it into green ammonia. Importantly, FuelPositive uses green energy sources in their process. FuelPositive state:

“The system includes an electrolyzer to produce hydrogen from water, a nitrogen generator to produce the nitrogen from air, and a novel, patent-pending ammonia synthesis converter to produce Green Ammonia from the nitrogen and hydrogen.“

As long as there is a sustainable source of green electricity, a FuelPositive green ammonia production system can produce green ammonia 24 hours a day at any location. By building transportable systems using shipping container configurations, FuelPositive’s production systems can be set up on site.

FuelPositive’s green ammonia production system showing the three chambers (hydrogen separation, nitrogen extraction, ammonia synthesis reactor)

The initial base price of a system is C$950,000; however, this varies depending upon the customized system needed. Operating costs are expected to be approximately $560/tonne, depending on electricity costs. This compares favorably to grey ammonia prices.

FuelPositive’s estimated comparison of their green ammonia operating expenses (“OPEX”) compared to regular grey ammonia

FuelPositive’s engineering team has “kicked off the production of its first commercial systems” (source)

As announced on May 2, 2023, FuelPositive has been running the final commissioning, along with process optimization, of its FP300 system at its facility in Waterloo, Canada. FuelPositive also launched its latest model, the FP1500. It is a turnkey system that consists of a stack of FP300s in one solution, providing 1,500 kg per day of green ammonia. 

Regarding sales FuelPositive states:

“Multiple end-users in various sectors, including farms of 10,000+ acres, have indicated the immediate need of FuelPositive systems of this scale and configuration. The FP1500 will answer this larger scale, on-site need……The Company has successfully met its planned pre-sales capacity of 30 units and plans to deliver the first batch of commercial systems beginning in 2024. FuelPositive has already begun working with suppliers to ensure they are ready to scale up for the first production batch. This is expected to be the beginning of many announcements leading to revenue and profit generation within the first year of commercial production.”

Note: Bold emphasis by the author.

In more recent news FuelPositive announced a $7.5 million raise. FuelPositive Chairman and CEO, Ian Clifford, stated:

The Company’s pioneering green ammonia technology and decentralized business model holds immense potential to reshape the ammonia industry, fostering a greener future for generations to come.  The net proceeds from this financing will help ensure FuelPositive’s leadership and “first-mover” position in the multi-billion dollar sustainable and green ammonia industry.”

Key advantages of FuelPositive’s green ammonia production system over traditional grey ammonia production

Source: FuelPositive website

Closing remarks

Green ammonia makes a lot of sense. As a starting point, the chemicals sector is ripe for change from century old practices to produce ammonia that produce significant emissions. The agricultural sector can now take control by using FuelPositive’s green ammonia production system and depending on their energy source and cost, save on their operating expenses. Sounds like a win-win for the farmer and the environment!

FuelPositive trades on a market cap of C$34 million. Definitely, one to watch in 2023.

In my opinion, there are two key themes to consider when it comes to investing in natural resources (over and above profitability of course). The most prominent theme at present is the whole supply chain/security of supply issue that we see unfolding globally, most notably when it comes to electric vehicles as the Western world seems determined to reduce dependency on China.

The other theme that isn’t nearly as prevalent right now, but I suspect will increase in priority over the coming months and years, is how you mine and process your resource. As more and more emphasis is placed on reducing carbon emissions, I firmly believe a premium will start to be placed on the miner or refiner with a lower carbon footprint. Whether that comes from the application of a meaningful carbon tax, carbon credits, or in the fuel business there are RINs (renewable identification numbers), some sort of scorecard to rank which is the more environmentally friendly source.

Sage Potash to focus on US production in the Paradox Basin, Utah

One of the newest publicly traded ventures to embody the above themes is Sage Potash Corp. (TSXV: SAGE). Sage, having just started trading on March 20, 2023, is a Canadian company developing the Sage Plain Property in Utah and intends through sustainable solution mining techniques to become a prominent domestic U.S. potash producer within the Paradox Basin.

The Paradox Basin in Utah is known to host extensive underdeveloped world-class potash resources (approximately 2 billion tons, according to the US Geological Survey). The Paradox Basin benefits from close proximity to modern infrastructure, low-cost power and electricity, and a skilled workforce in a politically stable and mining-friendly state.

Sage is looking to compete with Nutrien Ltd. (TSX: NTR | NYSE: NTR ) and The Mosaic Company (NYSE: MOS) to address supply chain security and introduce sustainable mining practices with domestic US production of potash.

US domestic potash source

But what is the motivation to develop a domestic potash source? For starters, almost 40% of global potash production comes from Russia and Belarus, and that number goes up to 50% if you also include China. Not exactly the “A-List” for U.S. trade at present. However, despite the fact that the U.S. imports 94% of its potash, almost all of it comes from its friendly neighbor to the North (Canada), which is the world’s largest producer of potash.

Everyone trusts Canada, don’t they?  But that’s not the point, potash prices rose as much as 87% in 2021, largely due to sanctions brought about by Putin’s senseless (and thus far relatively unsuccessful) invasion of Ukraine. Price volatility like that increases the need to have greater control over pricing.

Additionally, shipping costs from Saskatchewan (where the bulk of Canada’s potash comes from) and lower barge capacity due to low water levels of the Mississippi River, can still add $150 – $225/ton to potash costs that would not necessarily be incurred by having local production.

It makes for a reasonably compelling case for Sage to enter the market.

IMAGE 1: The US Potash Market and World Production

Low emission, sustainable production

Then there’s investing theme #2 – low emission, sustainable production. The Paradox Basin resource is at an optimal temperature for solution mining, which Sage plans to combine with mechanical evaporation which in turn is “greener” than the more traditional evaporation ponds.

The benefits of mechanical evaporation include reduced water consumption and a reduced land footprint but economical also improves the ability to stage growth through modular units as well as increasing tolerance to climate/weather impacts allowing for year-round production.

Which all dovetails nicely with the #1 investing priority – profitability.  Solution mining and mechanical evaporation should mean lower CAPEX (capital expenses) and lower OPEX (operating expenses) relative to conventional potash operations.

Combine that with lower transportation costs to key markets and most of the boxes are ticked.

Short-term timeline to initial production

Looking forward, the Company’s objectives are to complete a step-out geological hole that will further define the resource estimates and may double as a possible cavern development test well, to advance preliminary engineering towards a Preliminary Economic Assessment (PEA), Feasibility Study, and then pilot production.

If all goes according to plan, pilot plant production could be achieved on a short timeline of 1-2 years with the ability to expand from 50,000 to 150,000 tons per year (TPY) for 20 years.

Sage has partnered with RESPEC Company LLC, a leader in potash solution mining consulting and engineering, to undertake the Phase One Program which consists of a step-out geological hole, the Sage 1 Well, located 700 meters (0.4 miles) from the Johnson 1 Well, plus a water brine supply well and a disposal well. With these results, RESPEC will continue with the preparation of a PEA technical report for the Sage Plain Potash project.

Sage Potash currently trades at a market cap of C$23.7 million.

In this InvestorIntel interview, Jack Lifton talks with Sage Potash Corp.’s (TSXV: SAGE) CEO Peter Hogendoorn about why potash is critical for the United States’ food security. With 40% of the global supply going offline because of sanctions on Russia and Belarus, Peter discusses how the US produces only about 3% of its potash requirements.

Peter provides an update on its Sage Plain Potash Project in southern Utah, which he says is “the largest deposit close to production in the US.” He goes on to explain how Sage Potash can help the US market save $150-225 per ton in transportation costs by sourcing the potash locally.

Speaking about the high-grade nature and favorable geology of its Sage Plain Potash Project, which could keep production cost to the lowest quartile, Peter also discusses its upcoming drill program, working on a preliminary economic assessment (PEA), and plans for a pilot plant in 2024.

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About Sage Potash Corp.

Sage Potash is a Canadian company vested solely in the Sage Plain Property and intends, through sustainable solution mining techniques, to become a prominent domestic potash producer within the Paradox Basin situated in Utah.

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Hello 2023! So long and good riddance to 2022. From a personal investment perspective, I’m more than happy to look at 2022 in the rear-view mirror. My year-end portfolio review was a sobering reminder of what I already knew, another lesson in humility that hopefully I will continue to learn from to become a better investor. Now it’s a time for renewal and the look ahead to what might be in store for us in the weeks and months to come. What investment themes will emerge that will help soften the blow of the damage done in 2022. A healthy share of fossil fuel exposure in the first half of last year would have gone a long way to mitigating the carnage inflicted by big tech and crypto. Uranium and lithium stocks also started out the year strong but seemed to lose momentum as the year came to a close. Everyone seems to think we’ll all be driving EV’s in short order, but the stock price of many of those companies have been crushed of late. Are these buy the dip opportunities or is the market coming to the realization that we might be a little early for some of these trades?

I’m not sure that I have any useful insights for you based on my 2022 portfolio performance, but over the next couple of weeks I will take a stab at a few themes that might start to gain traction as 2023 progresses. With that said, there are several enormous macro issues (China/Taiwan, Russia/Ukraine, resurgent Covid to name just a few) out there that could completely trash any ideas I have and put them far from the focus of investors. Nevertheless, we have to start somewhere, so today we’ll explore a broad theme of food security, sustainability and food waste reduction as inflation takes its toll on consumers world wide.

Food waste and spoilage statistics are quite alarming. According to the UN Environment Programme, about one-third of food produced globally for human consumption each year is lost or wasted. That is approximately 1.3 billion tonnes of edible food. Saving just a quarter of food lost or wasted globally each year would feed 870 million people. Not only does this result in financial losses but it also increases greenhouse gas emissions (another key theme and global focus). Are there ways to fix this? Yes. But similar to reducing our global carbon footprint it’s going to take time and a concerted effort. However, I would argue that there is a much greater economic incentive today to reduce food waste given everyone’s concern about food prices relative to opinions even as recent as a year ago.

One group at the forefront of trying to remedy this situation is TrustBIX Inc. (TSXV: TBIX | OTCQB: TBIXF). As an innovative leader, TrustBIX provides agri-food traceability and chain of custody value solutions. The Company’s goal is to create a world where we trust more, waste less and reward sustainable behaviour by addressing consumer and agri-food business demands. The proprietary platform, BIX (Business InfoXchange system), is designed to create trust without compromising privacy through innovative, blockchain-derived use of technology and data.

Source: TrustBIX Fact Sheet

The existing customer base includes hundreds of producers, auction markets, and feedlots. TrustBIX has a market presence in Canada, the USA, China, Mexico, and a healthy baseline of one-time and recurring revenue. Some notable customers include two of the largest beef companies in Canada, JBS Canada and Cargill, as well as household names such as McDonald’s and Loblaw’s (Real Canadian Superstore). Additionally, the Company will be presenting at this year’s CES (Consumer Electronic Show) in Las Vegas where they will be exposed to plenty of industry heavyweights. Even more exciting for the company is that they will be on a panel discussing “Cross-Industry Opportunities for Consumer Tech” along with John Sheehan, a Strategy and BD executive with Amazon Web Services’ Aerospace & Satellite group. That seems like someone worthwhile getting to know, especially for a Company with a market cap of only C$3 million.

Will TrustBIX be a good way to play the food security and waste prevention theme in 2023? Only time will tell. But I dare say that the food theme will at least start the year at or near the top of everyone’s list of concerns.

In this InvestorIntel interview, host Tracy Weslosky talks to TrustBIX Inc.‘s (TSXV: TBIX | OTCQB: TBIXF) CEO Hubert Lau about how agribusiness gaints Cargill and JBS use TrustBIX’s technology to help create a sustainable beef supply chain.

In the interview, which can also be viewed in full on the InvestorIntel YouTube channel (click here to access InvestorChannel.com), Hubert talks about how in addition to Cargill and JBS, TrustBIX has developed long-standing relationships with some of the biggest pork suppliers in China. “If you look at the top 10 pork processors in China, some of them are the largest in the world. They use our pork grading system.”

Hubert goes on to discuss how with the release of the BIX Impact module which expands the capabilities of the BIX platform to track sustainable practices, as well as a SaaS traceability solution called BIX Origin that provides verifiable data at every step of the supply chain, now “our focus is to grow that revenue and those opportunities for us.”

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About TrustBIX Inc.

As an innovative leader, TrustBIX provides agri-food traceability and chain of custody value solutions. The Company’s goal is to create a world where we trust more, waste less and reward sustainable behaviour by addressing consumer and agri-food business demands. The proprietary platform, BIX (Business InfoXchange system), is designed to create trust without compromising privacy through innovative, blockchain-derived use of technology and data. By leveraging BIX and its unique use of incentive solutions, TrustBIX delivers independent validation of food provenance and sustainable production practices within the supply chain – Gate to Plate®.

ViewTrak Technologies Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary, provides a suite of hardware and software solutions to the livestock industry in Canada, United States, Mexico and China, such as Auction Master Pro, Market Master, Feedlot Solutions and pork grading probes.

The Company’s Insight technology offers an edge-to-enterprise supply chain solution that brings asset situational awareness to dealers, equipment fleets, and civil construction managers. The platform allows for the tracking, protection, and identification of movement of assets using self-powered and self-reporting cellular tags and cloud-based suite of tools.

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