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Mountain Valley MD Confirms Positive Agrarius Agricultural Trial Results, Advancing Toward Commercialization

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Executive Summary

  • MVMD reported significant yield improvements in Brazil citrus trials (Hamlin +15%, Valencia +49%) and noted visible reduction of HLB symptoms.
  • Large‑scale pasture grass trials in Colombia showed faster regrowth, improved nutritional quality, and potential gains in milk production and cattle density.
  • Additional crop trials (corn, sugarcane, soybeans, cotton, potatoes) demonstrated double‑digit yield gains across multiple regions, supporting broader commercial rollout of Agrarius™ technology.

Key Details

  • Brazil Citrus – Hamlin: Treated orchards produced ~125 extra boxes/ha (≈15% increase); juice yield required 20 fewer boxes per ton; overall yield up ≈22%; HLB symptom reduction observed.
  • Brazil Citrus – Valencia: Treated block yielded 835 boxes/ha vs 559 boxes/ha control (≈49% increase); stronger vigor and canopy density noted.
  • Upcoming Brazil Trials: Two younger‑orchard trials near completion; preliminary data aligns with mature‑tree results; full results expected in coming weeks.
  • Colombia Pasture Grass: Multi‑region study (7 livestock zones) led by National University of Colombia & FEDEGAN; satellite (OneSoil) and lab analysis confirmed improved vegetation health, faster regrowth, higher nutritional content; potential for increased feed efficiency, milk output, and cattle density per hectare.
  • Trial Completion Timeline: Colombian pasture trial to finish end‑2025; final analysis anticipated early 2026.
  • Corn (Brazil – UNESP): Yield gains of 14.8% (Dourados) and 11.2% (Santa Cruz); linked to enhanced root development & chlorophyll levels.
  • Sugarcane (Agroquatro): Yield increase of 8–12 t/ha (~10%); sugar content +15%; pest damage ↓47%; faster seedling establishment observed.
  • Soybeans (Brazil farmer trials): Average yield boost of 6.34 sacs/ha; top trial showed 15.61% increase (117.93 vs 102 sacs/ha).
  • Cotton (UNESP & FEPAF): Boll count ↑14.7%; overall yield ↑7%, driven by better photosynthesis and water use efficiency.
  • Potatoes (2025 summer harvest): Productivity up 18.49% (51,250 kg/ha vs 43,250 kg/ha).
  • Future Trials: Initiated additional studies on cotton, coffee, citrus, second‑cycle sugarcane, wheat, and barley; data expected throughout 2026.

Notable Quotes

“HLB has devastated citrus production globally… Agrarius could represent the first scalable organic tool to help mitigate the impact of citrus greening disease while simultaneously improving orchard productivity and plant health.” – Dennis Hancock, President & CEO

“Whether in commercial‑scale citrus orchards, staple row crops, or forage systems, the efficacy of Agrarius’ performance appears to be reinforcing confidence among our partners.” – Dennis Hancock


Materiality Assessment: Material – Positive** (the disclosed trial outcomes materially enhance the company’s growth narrative and potential revenue streams).

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