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Herbal medicinal product: Silybi mariani fructusArray, F: Assessment finalised

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024

Herbal medicinal product: Silybi mariani fructusArray, F: Assessment finalised

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Herbal medicinal product: Silybi mariani fructusArray, F: Assessment finalised

IPA’s subsidiary BioStrand Unveils Major Breakthrough in Life Sciences with Advanced Foundation AI Model Utilizing LLM Stacking and HYFT Technology

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Thursday, March 7, 2024

The Company’s model uniquely combines the strengths of Large Language Models (LLMs) through an advanced stacking technique with BioStrand's patented HYFT Technology.

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  • The Company’s model uniquely combines the strengths of Large Language Models (LLMs) through an advanced stacking technique with BioStrand's patented HYFT Technology.
  • Central to the success of BioStrand's Foundation AI Model is its utilization of its patented HYFT technology, a sophisticated framework designed to identify and leverage universal fingerprint™ patterns across the biosphere.
  • The Advanced Foundation AI model employs a distinctive approach known as "LLM stacking" to intelligently combine different LLMs, with the HYFTs linked to specific features found in various LLMs.
  • Our presentation will focus on introducing our groundbreaking Universal Foundation AI Model for Multiscale Biological Data Integration.

Limoneira Company Announces First Quarter Fiscal Year 2024 Financial Results

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Thursday, March 7, 2024

Limoneira Company (the “Company” or “Limoneira”) (Nasdaq: LMNR), a diversified citrus growing, packing, selling and marketing company with related agribusiness activities and real estate development operations, today reported financial results for the first quarter ended January 31, 2024.

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  • Limoneira Company (the “Company” or “Limoneira”) (Nasdaq: LMNR), a diversified citrus growing, packing, selling and marketing company with related agribusiness activities and real estate development operations, today reported financial results for the first quarter ended January 31, 2024.
  • The Company recognized $1.1 million of orange revenue in the first quarter of fiscal year 2024, compared to $1.2 million in the same period of fiscal year 2023.
  • Total costs and expenses in the first quarter of fiscal year 2024 were $47.5 million, compared to $12.0 million in the first quarter of last fiscal year.
  • The Company expects fresh lemon volumes to be in the range of 5.0 million to 5.5 million cartons for fiscal year 2024.

Sunday Brunch is Back at O'Charley's, Just in Time for Easter!

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240305720792/en/
    Sunday Brunch is Back at O'Charley's!
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    The restaurant is also featuring a host of delicious new and favorite Southern-inspired entrées on Sundays and all week long.
  • O'Charley's French Toast — Made with hearty Texas Toast and topped with cinnamon sugar, powdered sugar, and whipped butter.
  • $9 Build Your Own Brunch — Two scrambled eggs paired with a choice of biscuit or toast and bacon or sauce.

SCS Technologies Donates 1,125 Trees to Galena Park Community Through Urban Reforestation Event

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024

On March 23, 2024, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., free trees will be distributed in a drive-through event at the Galena Park Resource and Training Center at 1721 16th Street, Galena Park, Texas.

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  • On March 23, 2024, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., free trees will be distributed in a drive-through event at the Galena Park Resource and Training Center at 1721 16th Street, Galena Park, Texas.
  • This urban reforestation event is part of SCS’ commitment to planting 1 million trees by 2030.
  • “It is inspiring to partner with companies like SCS Technologies and the other committed supporters of this urban reforestation event who are dedicated to reducing carbon emissions and revitalizing communities like Galena Park.
  • “The Galena Park community recognizes the role trees play in improving air quality and increasing green space across the city.

SunOpta Announces Fourth Quarter and Fiscal 2023 Financial Results

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024

SunOpta Inc. (“SunOpta” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq:STKL) (TSX:SOY), a U.S.-based global pioneer fueling the future of sustainable, plant-based foods and beverages, today announced financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended December 30, 2023.

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  • SunOpta Inc. (“SunOpta” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq:STKL) (TSX:SOY), a U.S.-based global pioneer fueling the future of sustainable, plant-based foods and beverages, today announced financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended December 30, 2023.
  • Adjusted gross margin1 was 17.3% for the fourth quarter of 2023 compared to 17.8% in the fourth quarter of 2022.
  • Operating income was $5.1 million, or 2.8% of revenues in the fourth quarter of 2023, compared to operating income of $3.4 million, or 2.1% of revenues in the fourth quarter of 2022.
  • During the fourth quarter of 2023, cash provided by operating activities of continuing operations was $12.0 million compared to $7.3 million during the fourth quarter of 2022.

Terminus Group Inaugurates International Headquarters in UAE

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

Feb. 23rd, Dubai, Terminus Group, the global smart services and AIoT solutions provider, has officially inaugurated its international headquarters in Dubai, UAE.

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  • Feb. 23rd, Dubai, Terminus Group, the global smart services and AIoT solutions provider, has officially inaugurated its international headquarters in Dubai, UAE.
  • Abdulla Al Saleh, the Under Secretary of the Foreign Trade and Industry at the UAE Ministry of Economy, Victor AI, Founder and CEO of Terminus Group, Dr. Ling Shao, President of Terminus International and Chief Scientist of Terminus Group, and representatives from Dubai Road & Transport Authority, Emirates Post Group, and Alibaba Cloud, attended the opening ceremony.
  • We expect the continue success of Terminus Group, one of the world’s leading technology company, and hope Terminus International Headquarters to support and deeply engage in the green and digital future cities development in UAE.”
    Victor AI, Founder and CEO of Terminus Group, said: “From AI or urban city technology, to AIoT research and development and robotics capabilities, Terminus Group’s establishment of international headquarters has been nothing short of a huge success, demonstrating the company’s inevitable expansion of business and comprehensive upgrade of technologies in Middle East and globally.
  • Dr. Ling Shao, President of Terminus International and Chief Scientist of Terminus Group, said: “Terminus International will continue to bear the fruit of our involvement with Expo 2020 and our international development strategy will extend further still, deeply participate in regional and cross-boarder digital economic projects and promote sustainable development globally”.

Dole plc Announces Sale of Progressive Produce to Arable Capital

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024

Dole plc (NYSE: DOLE) (“Dole” or the “Group”) has today announced that it has reached an agreement to sell its 65% equity stake in Progressive Produce LLC (“Progressive Produce” or the “Company”) to PTF Holdings, LLC (“PTF Holdings”), the parent company of Pacific Trellis Fruit, LLC (“Pacific Trellis Fruit”).

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  • Dole plc (NYSE: DOLE) (“Dole” or the “Group”) has today announced that it has reached an agreement to sell its 65% equity stake in Progressive Produce LLC (“Progressive Produce” or the “Company”) to PTF Holdings, LLC (“PTF Holdings”), the parent company of Pacific Trellis Fruit, LLC (“Pacific Trellis Fruit”).
  • Progressive Produce is a subsidiary of Dole plc and is part of the Diversified Fresh Produce – Americas and Rest of World reporting segment.
  • Post the completion of this transaction, the existing management team of Progressive Produce will remain with the enlarged business of Progressive Produce and Pacific Trellis Fruit and retain an ownership stake.
  • Commenting on the transaction, Carl McCann, Executive Chairman of Dole plc, said:
    “We are pleased to announce the sale of our equity interest in Progressive Produce to Arable Capital Partners.

Bugs Be Gone! Zevo Gives You the Power of Two Traps in One With the New Zevo Max Flying Insect Trap

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Thursday, February 22, 2024

Today, Zevo announced the launch of Zevo Max Flying Insect Trap, the latest offering from the maker of the #1 Powered Flying Insect Trap in the U.S.,2 which provides the power of 2 traps in 1 device2 and is uniquely designed to catch more flying insects in more places3.

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  • Today, Zevo announced the launch of Zevo Max Flying Insect Trap, the latest offering from the maker of the #1 Powered Flying Insect Trap in the U.S.,2 which provides the power of 2 traps in 1 device2 and is uniquely designed to catch more flying insects in more places3.
  • Zevo is on a mission to banish your bugxiety and lighten your mental load, by preparing you to be bug ready for anything.
  • Zevo Max harnesses a blue and UV light system with two mess-free sticky cartridges, creating a unique 360 degree attract and capture design.
  • For more information, visit Zevo online or connect on Facebook and Instagram and show us how you #ZEVOit.

Ferry-Morse 2024 Collection Spotlights Organic Seeds and New Plantlings Varieties

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Thursday, February 22, 2024

Meeting consumer demand, Ferry-Morse has increased its online offering of USDA-certified Organic vegetable, fruit, and herb seeds so gardeners of all levels can enjoy homegrown produce while reaping the benefits of organic food.

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  • Meeting consumer demand, Ferry-Morse has increased its online offering of USDA-certified Organic vegetable, fruit, and herb seeds so gardeners of all levels can enjoy homegrown produce while reaping the benefits of organic food.
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    Ferry-Morse has increased its online offering of USDA-certified Organic vegetable, fruit, and herb seeds so gardeners of all levels can enjoy homegrown produce while reaping the benefits of organic food.
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    Like all Ferry-Morse seeds, the Organic Collection seeds are Non-GMO and Non-Neonic, which means they are free of neonicotinoid chemicals, which are harmful to pollinators.
  • Plantlings will be available through June or while supplies last, and all orders will be shipped two-day to ensure quality.