Mr. Brainey-Google search "mine tailings +reprocessing" and you will discover it is a substantial business... and we have discussed here on the MB in the past how another mining company successfully began its existence by reprocessing mine tailings.... 2create, can you recall the name of that company?
Just because an IR agent for Berma isn't aware of the practice... certainly doesn't mean that it isn't a viable option for mine operators.