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i admit, today's action seems ... interesting & positive.
AGWS...nice vol last few weeks...seems some sellers that want out are getting taken out in a big way...come on 30s..then 40s...weeeeeeeeeeeeee..then to the mooonnnnnnnnn
rocket, you got my last post of the day.
Thank you for that clarification. All good.
agreed. As long as dilution stays to a minimum, if any, I don't see this company falling much lower. It's already priced much lower than its net asset value.
You could be right. Of course, I hope the guy/girl who ponied up $18K is right :)
I feel good w/my $ in AGWS. Over time (could take 1-2 years) I think AGWS will prove to be a great investment. With AGWS' 'Christmas' season at hand, we may see a nice spike this spring/summer. Regardless, it's nice to have a penny stock you don't have to worry about, or even think about, every day/hour/minute.
Plus, I finally made it into the black today. May not last past opening bell tomorrow, but I'll relish in my success for 12 hours anyway.
GLTY.
Somebody is excited about AGWS . . .
a 62K buy at the Ask earlier today = $18,000.
Here is the link. $1.89 12 month target. 35 page report
Press Release Source: Advanced Growing Systems, Inc.
Wall Street Resources, Inc. Releases an Updated Analytical Profile on Advanced Growing Systems, Inc. With 12-Month Target Value of $1.89
Wednesday April 2, 8:00 am ET
ALPHARETTA, GA--(MARKET WIRE)--Apr 2, 2008 -- Advanced Growing Systems, Inc. (OTC BB:AGWS.OB - News) today announced the release of an updated analytical profile on the Company by respected micro-cap analyst Mr. Paul Silver, Director of Research for Wall Street Resources, Inc., which contains a 12-month target value for AGWS of $1.89 per share.
The free report is available at: www.wallstreetresources.net/AGWSPP2.asp. The 35-page report includes detailed information on the Company's business model, products, industry, valuation, management and risks.
Chris Nichols, Chief Executive Officer of Advanced Growing Systems, Inc., commented, "Since the date of Wall Street Resources' first report on our Company, our business has evolved significantly. This report gives current and prospective investors a much needed update on the Company, as well as the industry and marketplace in which we are directly involved."
Mr. Silver stated, "Since the date of our initial analytical profile published in August 2007, the Company's OGSI organic fertilizer division has experienced stellar growth. This growth is being driven by favorable supply/demand conditions in the organic fertilizer market vis-à-vis the synthetic fertilizer market, as well as company specific changes including a shakeup in the sales division. Assuming that the company is able to significantly ramp up production capacity, we believe that the organic fertilizer division has the potential to be a $100 million division within four years."
http://biz.yahoo.com/iw/080402/0382835.html
http://wallstreetresources.net/pdf/fc/AGWS2.pdf
LPHARETTA, GA -- (MARKET WIRE) -- 04/02/08 -- Advanced Growing Systems, Inc. (
TCBB: AGWS)
today announced the release of an updated analytical profile on the Company
by respected micro-cap analyst Mr. Paul Silver, Director of Research for
Wall Street Resources, Inc., which contains a 12-month target value for
AGWS of $1.89 per share.
The free report is available at: www.wallstreetresources.net/AGWSPP2.asp.
The 35-page report includes detailed information on the Company's business
model, products, industry, valuation, management and risks.
recommendation for our company posted on yahoo boards:
http://investingpennies.com/speculative-plays-update-articles/3-22-08-recommendation-agws.ob.html
Just thought this might be worth mentioning. Here are the 4 contractors mentioned in the last press release:
1) http://www.unique-environmental.com/index.html
2) http://bigblueskylandscaping.com/
3) http://www.alexsmithgardendesign.com/index.html
4) http://www.sarroslandscaping.com/
I must say... I'm actually impressed that every single one of them had a decent website. I think that's a comforting fact.
sorry can't confirm, but thanks for announcing =) maybe rocket has a few words.
Re: fertilizer
My understanding is that AGWS has ramped up fertilizer production capabilities. Demand still exceeding supply. In addition to others, Florida Mulch is in love with AGWS' fertilizer . . . their sales projections have grown.
Current capacity is up to 90 tons/day = approx. $8-$9M/year vs. roughly $2M in 2008 budget. Margins may be north of 50%, i.e. much higher than nursery margins (30-35%).
A confirmation from one of the few on the this board would be appreciated. My hearing isn't that great . . . I don't always hear what I think I heard.
IF (a big 'if') the above is correct, or even close, profit potential is staggering when viewed against current market cap.
Recent uplisting to BB + no hype from company = Let's just wait and let 'em do their thing. Patience should be well rewarded, IMHO.
The March 2008 WallStreet Resources newsletter
The Red Hot Fertilizer Industry March 2008
The United States fertilizer market is estimated to exceed $40 billion dollars annually and is comprised almost exclusively of synthetic chemistry1.
According to the Fertilizer Institute, average prices paid by U.S. farmers for the major fertilizer nutrients reached the highest level on record in January 2008, 130 percent higher than the January 2000 level. Fertilizer prices are being driven primarily by four factors: (1) global demand, (2) increased demand for corn and soy used in biofuel production, (3) higher transportation costs and (4) higher energy prices. In combination, this heightened demand for fertilizer coupled with soaring energy prices has created tight markets and higher prices.
Global Demand
Fertilizer is a worldwide commodity and the U.S. must compete with other buyers in the global marketplace. Fertilizers typically provide, in varying proportions, the three major plant nutrients (nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium). Overall, global nitrogen demands grew by 14 percent, phosphate demand grew by 13 percent and potash demand grew by 19 percent from 2001 to 2006. China, India, and Brazil are the three largest contributors to the growth in world nutrient demand. As it stands, the U.S. is the largest importer of nitrogen (over 50 percent of its supply) and potash (over 90 percent of its supply) and the largest exporter of phosphate.
In addition, a weak dollar makes fertilizer more expensive for U.S. producers. Over the past few years, the value of the U.S. dollar has plummeted, increasing the costs of the imported goods. Because the U.S. now imports over half its nitrogen and over 90 percent of its potash, with most fertilizer materials priced in U.S. dollars, foreign producers have to raise the price of fertilizer in U.S. dollars to offset the fall in the value of the dollar to maintain the revenue they receive in local currency.
Biofuel Production
The U.S. fertilizer market is also being driven by the demand for biofuels such as ethanol. With crude oil hovering north of $100 per barrel and prices at the pump skyrocketing, biofuels
are considered to be a key alternative source. The annual capacity of the U.S. ethanol sector stood at 5.6 billion gallons in February 2007. Ethanol plants under construction are expected to add another 6.2 billion gallons of capacity. According to the USDA, U.S. ethanol production may reach 11 billion gallons by 2011. As the consumption and demand for ethanol is ramping up, demand for corn is rising accordingly and corn acreage is one of the largest consumers of nitrogen-based fertilizer.
According to a July 2007 article released by the Fertilizer Institute, farmers in the U.S. planted 92.9 million acres of corn, representing a 19% increase from the 78.3 million acres planted during the previous year, putting upward pressure on fertilizer demand and prices. Similar expansions are planned in other countries. Much of this will go toward the production of ethanol2.
Transportation Costs
Fertilizer transportation costs are increasing, whether by ocean freight, rail, or truck, driven by higher energy prices and other costs. According to the Fertilizer Institute, some of the other cost drivers include port congestion, escalating fuel costs, increased security requirements, and competition from other industries. Given that much of the fertilizer used domestically is imported from overseas, the product has likely taken each of the transportation modes in order to reach its destination, adding significant costs to the end consumer of the fertilizer.
Energy Prices
Natural gas is the main raw resource used to produce ammonia, which is the building block for all nitrogen fertilizers. It is estimated that 70-90 percent of the cost of manufacturing ammonia depends upon the price of natural gas. Due to the extreme price increases in natural gas, U.S. ammonia production costs have skyrocketed, rising 172 percent from fiscal year 1999 to fiscal year 2005.
Since 1999, twenty-five ammonia production facilities in the United States have closed permanently due to high natural gas prices, tight cost margins and environmental regulations. From 2000 to 2006, ammonia production declined 18 million tons to
10 million tons, representing a 44 percent decline. The deficit in nitrogen fertilizers during that time was filled with imported fertilizer. New production facilities are being built in China, the Middle East and the Caribbean. This is because these locations have access to substantially lower natural gas prices, and can therefore produce ammonia, ship it to the U.S. and sell it at a lower price than that of domestic producers. As long as U.S. natural gas prices remain at a substantial premium to world prices, the economic incentive to import nitrogen fertilizers and their major feedstock, ammonia, will be strong3.
As a result of the domestic ammonia production cutbacks, the U.S. fertilizer industry, which typically supplied 85 percent of farmers’ domestic nitrogen needs from the U.S. based production during the 1990s, now relies on net nitrogen imports for half of new nitrogen supplies. The U.S. imported approximately 57 percent of its nitrogen last year - compared to 31 percent in the 1999/2000 growing season4. The Caribbean island of Trinidad has an abundant supply of natural gas, and it manufactures anhydrous ammonia more cheaply than the U.S. Trinidad is expected to be this country’s largest supplier of anhydrous for some time to come, while other popular nitrogen fertilizers such as urea are imported from Russia and Eastern Europe.
While the U.S. is a major manufacturer and exporter of phosphates, supplies are becoming tight. If disruptions in the manufacture or distribution of these fertilizers materialize, then the probability of spot market price spikes increases. More than 90 percent of the potash fertilizer used in the U.S. is imported, the bulk of it from Canada but also some from Russia and the Congo. Given recent flooding that affected the production of potash, this also suggests supplies may be tight in 20085.
Organic Fertilizer Growth
Although organic fertilizer products represent only a tiny share
of the $40 billion U.S. fertilizer market, the trend is clear. Consumer demand for all things clean, green, and organic, including foods, hybrid automobiles, and other items, is growing at a rapid clip. Once considered a boutique product, organic fertilizers now find themselves in the unique situation of being less expensive than the petroleum based synthetics, and capable of performing at the same levels. Current pricing puts comparably based synthetics at more than twice the cost when application rates are equal.
Four years ago, Scotts Miracle-Gro (SMG), the world’s largest lawn products company, recognized the opportunity and added organic plant growing products under its Organic Choice brand. According to Keith Baeder, Vice President for marketing at Scotts Miracle-Gro’s growing media group, sales have “basically doubled every year from the start.”6 Scotts Miracle-Gro estimates the total organic lawn and garden market at $400 million, with fertilizers at $60 million7. This strong demand is providing a strong pipeline of business for small organic based companies like Advanced Growing Systems, Inc. (OTCBB:AGWS), Converted Organics, Inc. (NASDAQ:COIN), Griffin Land and Nurseries, Inc. (NASDAQ:GRIF), and Origin Agritech (NASDAQ:SEED).
Most organic manufacturers operate regionally, resulting in a fragmented market, with a diverse customer base and very few large national players, with Scotts and Perdue Farms Inc. being the exception to the rule. Buyers of organic fertilizer include grocers such as Whole Foods Market, Inc., golf courses and parks, small farms and home gardeners.
Organic fertilizer companies stress that their products offer a slow, consistent release of nutrients, which foster microbial life and is better for the soil. These companies also stress that the fertilizers’ lower levels of nitrogen reduce the risk of water contamination. Although there is still a fair amount of debate from critics over the benefits of organic fertilizer versus its synthetic peers, it appears that the demand for organic fertilizer products will remain strong.
In the United States, it is estimated that there are 30 million acres of lawn on which children and household pets play. The growing demand for organic fertilizer is driven largely by the harmful side effects from the chemicals in the synthetic fertilizers, pesticides, and herbicides. According to experts, a healthy lawn created in good soil and topped with a thin layer of compost, manure, or other organic material forestalls the common weeds, bugs, and diseases. When problems do arise in the lawn, natural remedies exist8. If consumers are given the option of keeping their lawns almost completely weedless and lush without the use of toxic chemicals, an increasing number will chose to do so. Now that organic fertilizer alternatives are cheaper than synthetics, we believe that the opportunities for organic fertilizer producers are virtually limitless.
Although consumers of fertilizer are feeling the effect of rising prices, the fertilizer companies are beneficiaries of this strong market. The following are four examples of 52-week gains as of March 12, 2008:
Converted Organics (NASDAQ:COIN)
Potash Corporation (NYSE:POT)
Mosiac Company (NYSE:MOS)
CF Industries (NYSE:CF)
Those, along with Advanced Growing Systems, Agrium Chemicals, Origin Agritech, Scotts Miracle Gro Company, Terra Industries, Terra Nitrogen and others, make seeds and fertilizers used worldwide. According to U.S. News and World Report, the Market Vectors Agribusiness exchange-traded fund, which tracks the DAXglobal Agribusiness Index and includes machinery, fertilizer, livestock, and seed shares, is up more than 27 percent since its September launch.
Converted Organics (COIN) is a player in the embryonic organic fertilizer market, and it has seen its stock price soar from $2.25 a year ago to $12.20 as of March 10th, 2008. Advanced Growing Systems (AGWS), another young company in the organic fertilizer market, is quickly gaining traction and visibility with fertilizer sales growth exceeding 100% quarter-over-quarter.
Paul Silver
Managing Director of Research
Wall Street Resources, Inc.
psilver@wallstreetresources.net
Advanced Growing Systems (OTCBB:AGWS)
For more information on Advanced Growing Systems, Inc. (OTCBB:AGWS) Go to the following link:
http://www.wallstreetresources.net/advancedgrowing.asp
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Obviously you were referring to this PR yesterday
Atlanta Landscape Contractors See Green
Thursday March 20, 8:00 am ET
ALPHARETTA, GA--(MARKET WIRE)--Mar 20, 2008 -- Organic Growing Systems, Inc., a subsidiary of Advanced Growing Systems, Inc. (OTC BB:AGWS.OB - News), has recently seen an influx of new landscape contractors as customers. A number of new contractors in the metro Atlanta area have begun to incorporate TOP Organic Fertilizer into their current landscaping practices. "Due to recent price increases in synthetic fertilizers coupled with the recent drought in Atlanta, Organic Fertilizer, long regarded as a premium alternative but not always budget friendly, has worked its way into the mainstream. We have been telling the story and pressing a lot of flesh locally and it seems our efforts are paying off," stated Marc Nichols, the Regional Sales Manager with Organic Growing Systems, Inc
Phil Sarros, President of Sarros Landscaping, states, "My customers were asking for an organic maintenance alternative, so I started using Top Organic Fertilizer. Not only were my customers elated, but I decided to only offer an organic maintenance plan because the fertilizer works so well. I've increased my margins and benefited the customer at the same time."
Mr. Nichols adds, "The benefits of these contractors using our product are likely to be lusher lawns, less water consumption, and an increased gross profit margin. Not to mention, this is an environmentally friendly product that is fully organic, sterile, replete with micro-nutrition and safe around children and pets."
Contractors are utilizing the TOP brand to add value with an organic product that is cost effective when compared directly to synthetic counterparts. Not only are they looking at the bottom line, they anticipate less warranty work resulting from sick or dying plant material. Because TOP Organic Fertilizer saves water through retention, plants and landscapes are able to thrive, even in times of reduced rainfall. Todd Guilmette, of Unique Environmental, commented, "It was an easy integration into a safe product that is good for the environment." Todd further stated, "Any way we can go from synthetic to organic, it's the responsible thing to do." Echoing his sentiments, Scott Reinblatt, of Big Blue Sky Landscaping, Inc., said, "It's an environmental drought solution which adds vigor and health for our landscapes and ornamentals. My clients are loving it." Jill Lovin, of Alex Smith Garden Design, LTD., adds, "We've incorporated this product for the environment and the drought. It doesn't leach, it's priced right, and we don't have to water it in. We're very excited about it."
The prices of synthetic fertilizers throughout the world have been on the rise to the tune of 200% in 2007 according to a report on Mongabay.com. Barry Ward, an Ohio State University Extension economist, predicts the average price of phosphorus fertilizers to increase 65% in 2008 from 2007 and potassium prices to increase 40% in 2008 from 2007 prices. With fertilizer prices increasing at such a dramatic pace, it has become difficult in many cases for contractors to quote fertilizer prices as hikes are happening so frequently. Prices for organic fertilizer for the most part have been stable due to the fact that they are not tied to commodities that have surged in demand. Some of the factors for which synthetic fertilizer prices have increased so drastically include the rise in prices of crude oil, demand from farmers seeking to maximize corn production for ethanol, higher energy and freight prices, increased demand for grain-fed meat in emerging markets, and increased use of natural gas as liquefied natural gas.
Mr. Nichols adds, "Organic fertilizer is poised to experience tremendous growth, due to a shift in the market that consists of consumers who are seeking a green alternative and prices of synthetic fertilizers outpacing a viable organic alternative. Atlanta is a green city in many ways and the recent reduction in rainfall makes organic fertilizer a logical and sustainable solution."
In order to receive regular updates on AGWS, please click on the following link: http://www.b2i.us/irpass.asp?BzID=1435&to=ea&s=0
About AGWS:
Advanced Growing Systems, Inc. ("AGSI" or the "Company"), founded in 2006, is the parent company of Organic Growing Systems, Inc. (a scientifically advanced Organic fertilizer manufacturer) and Advanced Nurseries, Inc. (a wholesale group of Commercial Nurseries located in the Southeastern US). AGSI is dedicated to providing its shareholders significant value and is directly involved in the $48 Billion fertilizer market and the $66 Billion Green Industry. For more information, please visit www.AGSIncorporated.com.
FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS:
Statements about AGSI's future expectations, including future revenues and earnings, and all other statements in this press release other than historical facts are "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, and as the term is defined in the Private Litigation Reform Act of 1995. AGSI's actual results could differ materially from expected results. AGSI undertakes no obligation to update forward-looking statements to reflect subsequently occurring events or circumstances. Should events occur which materially affect any comments made within this objective; AGSI will appropriately inform the public.
Contact:
Institutional Advisor:
PMG Capital LLC
Paul M. Gozzo
Tel: 888-747-5397
Fax: 888-799-9741
pmgcapital@hotmail.com
Investor Relations:
Gerald Kieft or Ryan Audin
Wall Street Resources, Inc.
2646 SW Mapp Road, Suite 303
Palm City, Florida 34990
772-219-7525
AdvancedIR@wallstreetresources.net
http://www.wallstreetresources.net
Media Inquiries:
Laura Finlayson
Avalanche Strategic Communications
201-488-0049
laura@avalanchepr.com
http://biz.yahoo.com/iw/080320/0377619.html
4 explicitly mentioned contractors was a nice move on the company's behalf. Nice PR, although the accuracy of the image the company's setting is unknown. The quality of fertilizer appears to be confirmed 4 times through such contractors though, and ultimately that's all that really matters.
lol, that was my first thought.... the way things go on the lower exchanges, i figured we probably got wiped out =P
Well there will definately be need for new trees, Hopefully our stores werent hit
I wonder if this hurts or helps us...
http://www.cnn.com/2008/US/03/15/storm.atlanta/index.html
I'm still waiting for the barrage of news and market awareness following the move to .OB status. Now that they have it, hope they're working on it! I would like to see this valued closer to or higher than a buck!
AGWS been some nice crosses got some old s/h's out get them out early and not worry bout them slammin mkt when its higher weeeeeeeeeee thats what iu think voo been last few days
My understanding is that action of the past few days has cleared position of an old shareholder. Coast is clear, so to speak.
AGWS is ramping up fertilizer capacity. Supply lagging demand. We could see some astounding numbers (relatively speaking) in the coming months.
Still believe that we are sitting on a hidden gem.
Have any of you guys been watching the volume? Interesting action going on... can't tell which direction its going, but definitely interesting to see more shares trading.
geez that was a huge dump. 1.5 million shares??? With our 100 investors, who bought all that? ...and who sold all that?
ok, we got the uplisting...now awaiting a pr blitz? or some kind of awareness campaign? Hope so !!!
we can only root it higher....and i think patience pays off in this deal...whats wrong with 1 yr hold to maybe make 300-500% or better...
February 28, 2008 - 8:00 AM EST
AGWS 0.35
Advanced Growing Systems, Inc. Makes the Jump to Trade on the Bulletin Board
Advanced Growing Systems, Inc. (OTCBB: AGWS) has satisfied all the necessary requirements put forth by the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (formerly NASD) to be quoted on the OTC Bulletin Board and began being quoted on the OTCBB February 27, 2008. Historically, the Company has only been quoted on the Pink Sheets under the same ticker.
Chief Executive Officer Chris Nichols released the following statement regarding Advanced Growing's move to the Bulletin Board, "Advanced Growing Systems' progression to the OTCBB is one of the many milestones we have achieved while continuing to drive shareholder value and develop company assets. We hope that this transition to the OTCBB platform will provide improved trading visibility to our investors and enhance the overall market efficiency of our stock. Advanced Growing Systems, Inc. will maintain its course to progress to a larger exchange as the company continues to establish its position in the fertilizer and wholesale nursery marketplace."
In order to receive regular updates on AGWS please click on the following link: http://www.b2i.us/irpass.asp?BzID=1435&to=ea&s=0.
About AGWS:
Advanced Growing Systems, Inc. ("AGSI" or the "Company"), founded in 2006, is the parent company of Organic Growing Systems, Inc. (a scientifically advanced Organic fertilizer manufacturer) and Advanced Nurseries, Inc. (a wholesale group of Commercial Nurseries located in the Southeastern US). AGSI is dedicated to providing its shareholders significant value and is directly involved in the $48 Billion fertilizer market and the $66 Billion Green Industry. For more information, please visit www.AGSIncorporated.com.
FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS:
Statements about AGSI's future expectations, including future revenues and earnings, and all other statements in this press release other than historical facts are "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, and as the term is defined in the Private Litigation Reform Act of 1995. AGSI's actual results could differ materially from expected results. AGSI undertakes no obligation to update forward-looking statements to reflect subsequently occurring events or circumstances. Should events occur which materially affect any comments made within this objective; AGSI will appropriately inform the public.
Contacts:
Institutional Advisor:
PMG Capital LLC
Paul M. Gozzo
Tel: 888-747-5397
Fax: 888-799-9741
pmgcapital@hotmail.com
Investor Relations:
Gerald Kieft
Ryan Audin
Wall Street Resources, Inc.
2646 SW Mapp Road, Suite 303
Palm City, Florida 34990
772-219-7525
AdvancedIR@wallstreetresources.net
http://www.wallstreetresources.net
Media Inquiries:
Laura Finlayson
Avalanche Strategic Communications
201-488-0049
laura@avalanchepr.com
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careful, fertilizer industry is hot, but we got a product that's not mainstream just yet. our production's low because its new. our main revenues are coming from the nursery business in the short term. this year's not the year to really look forward to as much as next year is in my opinion. nevertheless, expecting good growth for a start-up company. above all, loving the fertilizer product.... it seems to have a competitive edge over most fertilizers. good future ahead, just can't expect it all now. OB is a great step up - investors will finally begin to take note (or at least more than the 100 who have actually found this company, no exaggeration). hopefully a more respectable/reasonable market cap lies ahead in the near future than the ridiculous undervaluation we've been seeing for the last few weeks.
it sure will...cya at much higher levels...
Doesn't matter to me, next year at this time I expect the PPS to be much much higher. They have kept a low profile, but this year the company will be getting the word out. AGWS will be discovered soon enough...
anyone else post or watching besides us...goooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo
Looking awesome out of the OB gate!
organic fertilizer..the sector is hotttttttttt...and revs...come on 1s....
Thank you. I see we are up 20% but Etrade still shows no bid/ask. Today is the new beginning for AGWS...Bye Bye Pink Sheets. I am very excited for the coming months from here on out.
Etrade is not showing bid/ask. What is it?
Nice article DRspin
new here...HI...lil fertilizer article i see hasnt been posted here yet
http://www.nwanews.com/adg/business/217835/
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Washington, D.C. - Farmers aren't the only ones making money off the run-up in commodity prices. Companies that sell things to farmers, everything from fertilizer to seed to tractors, are reporting healthy profits, too.
Terra Industries, a major fertilizer supplier based in Sioux City, recently reported that its fourth-quarter 2007 profit jumped by six times over the year before.
Deere & Co. - which makes tractors, harvesters and other farm equipment in Ankeny, Waterloo, Ottumwa and Dubuque - reported record quarterly earnings. Agricultural equipment sales were up 33 percent.
The company could benefit further from the $168 billion economic stimulus package. A provision will allow farmers to write off the value of their equipment sooner and let them keep a greater portion of last year's record income to spend on new machinery.
Last week, Monsanto Co. raised its 2008 earnings estimate by 8 percent because of strong seed and herbicide sales.
The list of agribusiness winners goes on to include names such as Dow and DuPont, parent of Johnston-based Pioneer Hi-Bred.
"Following a very strong 2007, 2008 is shaping up to be a spectacular year" for agricultural suppliers, Goldman Sachs analysts wrote last week in a report headlined: "Let the good times roll!"
The analysts say the industry's "tremendous fundamentals" are unusual in the current economic slowdown.
Prices for corn, soybeans and other commodities have doubled over the past two years, and that means farmers can afford to pay more for seed and chemicals and buy new equipment. Crop insurers also make more money because premiums paid by farmers rise along with the price of the crop being covered.
The economic impact on Iowa of the agribusiness boom will vary, said David Swenson, an Iowa State University economist.
To the extent that companies are simply charging farmers higher prices, the extra income will flow to investors and won't stay in the state. But local economies do benefit when farmers buy more chemicals and other inputs than they used to, he said. Every $10 million in new input sales supports 325 jobs, producing $7.4 million in income, he said.
Economists are forecasting commodity prices to remain well above traditional levels well into the next decade.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture estimates that net cash farm income nationwide will hit a record $96.6 billion this year - up 10 percent from last year and 40 percent from 2006 - even with the higher prices of fertilizer, seed and other inputs being charged by companies like Terra and Monsanto.
Terra's ammonia fertilizer sold for an average of $333 a ton in 2007, up from $315 the year before.
Citigroup estimates Terra's 2008 earnings will reach $3.71 per share, up from $2.45 for 2007, and hit $4.11 in 2009.
"This is a market that's just reacted to the fundamental supply and demand changes, and that's basically driven by the grain demand that's driven the fertilizer prices up," said Joe Ewing, vice president of investor relations and human resources for Terra.
A few farmers have even tried to lock in their fertilizer prices for 2009, said Ewing, even though this year's crop isn't in the ground yet. DuPont's agriculture and nutrition business, which includes Pioneer Hi-Bred, is predicting double-digit earnings growth through 2012 because of the strong farm economy and DuPont's new seed and pesticide products.
Pioneer's worldwide seed sales were up 40 percent in the last quarter of 2007. Pioneer hopes to begin selling biotech corn seed in Brazil next year.
"It's a great time for agriculture," Erik Fyrwald, group vice president of DuPont agriculture and nutrition, said at a Feb. 12 conference sponsored by Goldman Sachs.
At Pioneer rival Monsanto, 2007 was "absolutely spectacular," said Brett Begemann, executive vice president of the St. Louis-based company.
As corn becomes more valuable, farmers have shown they will pay more for the biotech varieties produced by Pioneer, Monsanto and other companies that are protected against yield-robbing insects and immune to herbicides.
This year, 90 percent of the corn seed Pioneer will sell will be genetically engineered to make the plants either resistant to insects or immune to herbicides or both. That's up from 75 percent last year.
Prices for types of Monsanto seed that have two biotech traits rose 25 percent last year. Triple-trait seed prices rose 15 percent to 20 percent. Monsanto officials say they try to price their seed according to what they determine to be its value to farmers. That takes into account the savings in insecticide, increased crop yields and higher commodity prices. "Typically, Monsanto looks to capture a third of that value," said spokeswoman Danielle Jany.
Bill Doyle, chief executive of fertilizer giant Potash Corp., said agriculture is facing a long-term boom that could be derailed only by a depression. The boom is being driven not by biofuel production so much as by growth in China, India and other countries, he said.
"It's a demographic switch that we've never seen before. We've always had lots of people, but we didn't have people with money in their pockets," he said.
Even with the higher prices for fertilizer, seed and other inputs, farmers are still making more money.
A farmer planting corn or soybeans this year would earn up to $500 or more per acre after the cost of seed, chemicals, insurance and fuel is deducted. That's up to five times what the crops returned in 2005, according to a Goldman Sachs analysis.
Farmers are willing to pay more for inputs when their crop is more valuable, said Ron Litterer of Greene, president of the National Corn Growers Association.
"You're going to try to optimize yield because you have a crop that's worth more," he said. "Because the crop is so valuable, you add on some fungicide costs that you maybe wouldn't have done in the past. All of these things are market-driven."
Reporter Philip Brasher can be reached at (202) 906-8138 or pbrasher@dmreg.com
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awesome to hear, thanks for the update. I take that means everything's in order.
Checked on that today. It is out of their hands but they look for something everyday from SEC. It will be PR'd when it happens.
Once this does happen, they will be doing road shows and spend money on PR. Just quiet until then and low profile until then.
so rocket, would you happen to know what's holding up the uplisting to the OTC:BB?
OT: I posted a msg to you on the cftn board. tia
nice pr to see a wider acceptance of the fertilizer. thanks for sending my comments. i guess that response pretty much says that everyone suffered, and like you say, it's nice to know that the company was still doing very well and growing despite the drought.
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Advanced Growing Systems, Inc. is dedicated to providing its shareholders significant value. We are directly involved in the $48 Billion fertilizer market and the $66 Billion Green Industry and have a structure in place that will allow us to drive sales and earnings.
Advanced Growing Systems
18201 Von Karman
Suite 550
Irvine, CA 92612
United States Of America
Share Structure (according to Wall St. Resources)
Share Price (1/22/08) $0.17
Market Capitalization $3.95M <-- @ $0.17 share price
Revenue (TTM) $10.7M
Shares Outstanding 23.26M
Approximate Float (approx) 12.50M
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989.891.9720
Organic Growing Systems
Advanced Growing Systems, Inc. is the parent company of Organic Growing Systems Inc. OGSI; a scientifically based fertilizer manufacturer who utilizes exclusive chemistry to enhance the way Nitrogen is delivered to any plant through a base poultry litter…organically. We are uniquely positioned to take advantage of the US consumers ever increasing desire for Organic Foods. Our proprietary process utilizes a food grade chemistry to produce a highly effective licensed organic fertilizer…naturally. Organic Growing Systems, Inc., combines knowledge that goes back to early farming practices with modern organic molecular chemistry. The result is the formulation of a truly organic fertilizer that meets the needs of all growers. Whether one is a backyard gardener, a turf farmer or a golf course manager, a flower grower or a vegetable farmer or even a representative of a governmental entity trying to protect the environment, the use of our TOP Organic Fertilizer will meet all needs.
http://www.OrganicGrowingSystems.com
Advanced Nurseries Inc.
Advanced Growing System, Ins. is also the parent company of Advanced Nurseries, Inc. Advanced Nurseries is a wholesale distribution powerhouse focused on the professional landscape contractor in the Southeastern US. Advanced Nurseries, Inc. allows for true vertical integration with OGSI through their distribution channels and similar end user base. Our company owned tree farms also allow us to continually test our chemistry to develop methods to increase our already outstanding results.
http://www.AdvancedNurseries.com
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News Headlines
http://finance.yahoo.com/q?s=agws.pk
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Company Directors
Chris Nichols
Chris Nichols is the Chairman and interim President/CEO of Advanced Growing Systems, Inc. He brings massive experience in business growth and marketing. He previously headed Westcap Securities Private Client Group as the Senior Vice President in charge of sales and marketing. He brings 10 plus years of strategic investment/public market experience beginning at Dean Witter Reynolds in 1994. He has a broad range of knowledge from sophisticated derivative trading to offering Separate Account services to High Net Worth Individuals. He holds all applicable licenses including a Series 24 and Series 7. Mr. Nichols is a graduate of California State University in Fullerton with a B.A. degree in Marketing.
Steve Riegler
Steve Riegler has been a private equity investor over the past several years. He has also worked with several non-profit organizations as well as holding advisory roles with Epic Sports and Quicksilver Boardriders USA. He previously served as a professional equity trader at UBS and for 10 years was a specialist for Charles Schwab on the floor of the Pacific Stock Exchange (PCX) in Los Angeles. During his time at the PCX he served on the Board of Governors in 2000. He was also in charge of all major media communications including CNBC, CNN and local Los Angeles radio.
Jon Hammond
Jon Hammond (President of Advanced Nurseries, Inc.) began his career in the green industry in 1987 in the Maintenance Division at Country Club of the South Golf Course in North Atlanta. A few years later, Jon moved over to Pike’s Family Nurseries where he shortly worked his way up to share Assistant Manager responsibilities for the company’s location in Roswell, Georgia. In 1991, Jon began working at Shemin Nurseries in Alpharetta, Georgia, where he was employed for fourteen years. Jon was promoted up the ranks, assuming increasing responsibilities, and ultimately taking on the role of General Manager. Jon moved to John Deere Landscapes in 2002 as Branch Manager. At this headquarters location in Alpharetta, Jon was soon overseeing all of north metro Atlanta as Area Manager. On February 17, 2006, Jon realized a lifelong dream and started Advanced Nurseries, Inc. in Alpharetta, Georgia, where he oversees all aspects of business and operations as its President and CEO. Jon is excited about this new venture and looks forward to serving metro Atlanta as the area’s premier nursery.
Dr. Martin Reiner
Dr. Martin Reiner's career has included public service, leading
not-for-profit organizations and managing start-up companies. His broad academic background includes multi-disciplinary graduate degrees (MPA and PhD) from the Maxwell School of Syracuse University. With knowledge of economic issues, transportation and logistics, public administration and planning subjects, he has been sought after by universities (Rice University, University of Houston, University of Illinois) and organizations alike. Dr. Reiner's management skills have brought him into the executive offices and board rooms of major transportation authorities (Regional Transportation Authority - Chicago; Metropolitan Transportation Authority -Houston) prior to his leadership role for ten years in an economic development organization (South Main Center Association) in Houston, Texas. His subsequent change in direction focused on business development. In that role he was instrumental in starting an organic fertilizer company that evolved into Organic Growing Systems."
Lon Musgrove
Lon Musgrove’s career as engineer/engineer manager/business development manger/ and project manager consists of more than 35 years experience. This experience includes drilling, pipeline design and construction, wastewater treatment plant design and construction, refinery/chemical plant design and construction and the design and construction of an organic fertilizer plant. Involvement in environmental issues began in 1982 while employed as Special Projects Manager with McEvoy-Willis Oil Field Equipment Division of Smith International. Lon’s career includes but is not limited to experience in Super Fund engineering management, regulatory compliance, Air Permit preparation, NPDES plan preparation, lagoon mediation and closure, bioremediation of soil and water, waste water treatment plant design, design and management of organic fertilizer plant, etc. Lon holds a B.S.M.E. from t he University of Houston and a JD from South Texas College of Law.
Jack Cowan
Jack Cowan, founder of Venture Chemicals, Inc. in Lafayette LA brings massive experience in chemical engineering, chemical management and sophisticated manufacturing. He is currently COB of the Venture Group, several small, specialty-based products companies serving a number of markets including oil and gas drilling fluid additives, agricultural products, animal feed additives, etc. Jack has been on various committees and actively involved in multiple professional organizations including the American Chemical Society, the American Petroleum Institute, the National Association of Corrosion Engineers and the Commercial Development Association. Jack is the author or co-author of more than 30 patents and is the author/co-author of numerous technical papers involving both drilling fluids and oilfield production chemicals. Jack has a BS Degree in Chemistry from Midwest University.
Company Advisor
Bill Reynierson
Bill Reynierson brings significant experience in the Green Industry that started 30 years ago. Bill began his career in 1975 at Binford Nursery & Garden Center. He then opened the first satellite location for Shemin’s Nurseries until joining McGinnis Farms as the head of their Direct Sales Department in 1991. In 1994, Bill became the president of Southeastern Wholesale Nursery where he started with one location doing $300K in annual sales and ended with four locations moving over $12 Million in product annually. Bill has most recently headed the Green Reyno…a specialty plant/tree procurement service working with the nations largest landscape contractors, builders, developers and landscape architects on a national scale. Bill is a graduate of the University of Georgia with a Bachelor’s degree in Ornamental Horticulture.
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Wall Street Resources Investor Summary:
http://wallstreetresources.net/pdf/fc/AGWSSummary.pdf
MN1.com Interview with AGWS (9/14/2006):
(KQ Note: Skip the first few minutes of meaningless chatter)
http://www.marketnewsfirst.com/mp3/AGWS_091406.MP3
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Investment Banker:
Tom Rubin
President/CEO
Westcap Securities, Inc.
18201 Von Karman Ave. Suite 550
Irvine, CA 92612
800-805-3334
www.WestcapSecurities.com
Investor Relations:
Gerald Kieft or Ryan Audin
Wall Street Resources, Inc.
2646 SW Mapp Road, Suite 303
Palm City, Florida 34990
772-219-7525
http://www.wallstreetresources.net
http://www.agsincorporated.com
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http://investorshub.advfn.com/boards/read_msg.asp?message_id=27836471 <-- Contractor Clients (March '08)
http://investorshub.advfn.com/boards/read_msg.asp?message_id=27824328 <-- Fertilizer Industry Overview
http://investorshub.advfn.com/boards/read_msg.aspx?message_id=33470994 <-- (11/5/08) -- Organic Growing Systems, Inc. Announces Completion of Capacity Upgrades
SEC filings:
FORM 10K (Dec 28, 2007):
http://www.pinksheets.com/edgar/GetFilingHtml?FilingID=5654298
FORM 10Q-SB (June 30, 2007):
http://www.pinksheets.com/otciq/ajax/showFinancialReportById?id=11678
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