Category: Agriculture
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Water Ways Technologies (WWT.V) aims to tackle world water shortage head on
For those of us living in water rich Canada, the notion of a shortage seems like one of those ‘over there’ problems. We can easily justify ignoring it as something that’s distinctively not our problem, or if we’re perhaps a bit more empathetic and less callous, ‘yet another global issue we can do nothing about.’…
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Sector Review: Sprouting Seeds of the Plant-Based Market Featuring 4 Companies You May Have Missed
Week in Review My week was great, thanks for asking. In fact, I went on my first date since COVID-19 turned the world upside down. We made reservations for Burro, a local taco joint with some great food and drink options. Aside from my horribly degraded social skills, not that I had any to begin…
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Sector Review: Sprouting Seeds of the Plant-Based Market Featuring ZOG.C, PLNT.C, VERY.V, NSP.V
The Blooming Plant-Based Market When plant-based foods first began circulating in Ontario, I was skeptical. Don’t get me wrong, I have nothing against plant-based diets. Keep in mind, when I say plant-based diet, I am talking about a diet consisting primarily of whole grains, fruits, vegetables, nuts, beans, oils and plant-based foods. With this in mind,…
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Organic Garage (OG.V) and its attempt at Shared Economies Scale
Who are they? Organic Garage is an expanding specialty grocery chain of Organic & Natural groceries operating in Ontario, Canada. They focus affordable everyday pricing on high-quality products in a fun and inviting retail environment. Their core business philosophy seems to be a focus on: Organic Garage was started with an outdoor organic fruit market…
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Organic Garage (OG.V) Spread its Roots Through Construction of Two Additional Stores
As COVID-19 continues to impact consumer habits, overall food prices in Canada are expected to rise 3 to 5% in 2021 with meat, bakery, and vegetables seeing the largest increase. Based on the average Canadian family, the annual food expenditure is predicted to be $13,907 in 2021, marking an increase of up to $695 or…
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Organic Garage (OG.V) spreads its roots and looks to bloom in the organic retail sector
As a 25 year old man who still lives with his mom, I unfortunately do not have the luxury of purchasing organic foods. After all, organic foods are notorious for being more expensive than their average counterparts. In fact, according to a study conducted by Consumer Reports, organic foods were 47% more expensive, with some…
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EarthRenew (ERTH.C): A fertilizer company or utility?
Who are they? EarthRenew (ERTH.C) is a sustainable agriculture tech company that’s focused on creating innovative organic fertilizer formulations. The business generates most of its revenue from its electricity-generating sector which helps fund its fertilizer manufacturing. Both industries are highly competitive. Although they do not produce the same product as traditional fertilizer producers the management…
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Video: EarthRenew (ERTH.C) CEO, Keith Driver on their fertilizers, business model & revenue
In this episode, Jody Vance talks to Earth Renew CEO Keith Driver about the Canadian-based agri-tech company’s vision to revolutionize crop fertilization through a patented and sustainable thermal treatment of livestock manure. Jody and Keith chat about fertilizers, the company’s business model and revenue.
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Why I am Going Big on Agriculture After this Record Heatwave and Why I am a Fan of CubicFarms (CUB.V)
It is no surprise to readers that I am a big fan of agriculture. I don’t try to hide the fact that I have a bullish bias. In fact, one of my 2021 outlooks posted back near the end of December 2020 was all about agricultural commodities. Wheat, Soybeans, and Corn were displaying amazing weekly…
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This is what Organic Garage (OG.V) is doing better than Whole Foods (AMZN.NASDAQ)
Last week Organic Garage (OG.V) released its audited financial results for the year ended January 31, 2021 and the quarter ended January 31, 2021. OG reported “a significant increase in sales and gross profit for the quarter. Notably, net losses plummeted 97% from $3 million, to $100,000. Q4 Financial Results (comparison to quarter ended January…