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CLIENT FEATURE: Dusolo (DSF: TSX-V) Capitalizing on Brazil’s Growing Demand for Fertilizer

Posted by AGORACOM-JC at 1:58 PM on Wednesday, September 9th, 2015

BY BEING A DOMESTIC FERTILIZER PRODUCER, DUSOLO IS ABLE TO OFFER A PREMIUM PRODUCT AT A SIGNIFICANTLY LOWER COST

  • Direct Application Natural Fertilizer (DANF) product is in demand in the region
  • Flagship asset, the Bomfim Project, is 100% owned and located in one of the world’s fastest growing agrarian regions
  • Bomfim Processing Plant operating at full capacity
  • On track to produce at least ~100,000 tonnes of DANF in 2015
  • Sales contracts in place for 2015 planting season: 81,100 tonnes for ~C$8.5 million
  • Starting to generate revenue

MANY NEAR TERM CATALYSTS EXPECTED

  • Entering into additional DANF product sales contracts
  • Doubling capacity at our processing facility to 160,000 tonnes per year
  • Updating the National Instrument 43-101 Resource Estimate to include results from the 2015 drill campaign – Recent drill results confirm presence of additional high-grade phosphate mineralization beyond areas identified in initial resource estimate
  • Third Party Economic Evaluation of Operations Planned for 2015
  • Strong Financial Backing

Company entered into an agreement with Mineração Batalha e Participações Ltda. to acquire the São Roque Phosphate Project in southeast Brazil.

The Project’s highlights include:

  • Located within the agribusiness region of Minas Gerais and São Paulo states, with many coffee, orange and sugar-cane (ethanol) plantations in the surrounding area.
  • At surface, high-grade phosphate mineralization has been identified with multiple grab samples from outcrops confirming >20% P2O5.
  • Geophysics anomalies very well defined and confirmed by surface sampling.
  • Close proximity to infrastructure, including roads, rail, water and power, and existing fertilizer producers. City of Piumhi is 40 km from the Project.
  • 70% interest earned through commitment to invest in exploration and project development. No direct payment to JV Partner.

BRAZIL’S DOMESTIC FERTILIZER SUPPLY DOES NOT MEET CURRENT DEMANDS

  • World’s largest exporter of sugar, coffee and orange juice and the 2nd largest in soybean exports
  • Brazil imports more than 50% of phosphate fertilizers used overseas
  • Significant transportation and logistic-related costs are added to imported fertilizers
  • DuSolo’s is increasing the supply of domestically produced fertilizers
  • Helping the country achieve agricultural self-sufficiency

FLAGSHIP ASSET LOCATED IN ONE OF THE WORLD’S LARGEST AGRICULTURAL REGIONS

  • The Cerrado region is home to one of the largest arable landmasses in the world
  • Majority of future increases in global food production is expected to come from this region
  • The tropical rains in the Cerrado wash away nutrients, leaving the soil poor for farming and needing to be fertilized frequently
  • Cerrado is land locked, therefore making fertilizer imports very expensive

 

STRONG DEMAND FOR DANF EXISTS IN THE REGION

Within a 500 km radius of DuSolo’s processing facility:

  • 1.2 million tonnes of phosrock is being consumed every year
  • 585 farms and agricultural centres exist
  • DANF consumption is growing at a compound annual growth rate of 6%
  • No domestic production

DuSolo Announces Fiscal 2015 Third Quarter Results

Posted by AGORACOM-JC at 10:00 PM on Monday, August 31st, 2015

  • Three months ended June 30, 2015, DuSolo produced 7,756 tonnes of Direct Application Natural Fertilizer product of varying grades. For the nine month period ended June 30 2015, the Company produced 11,164 tonnes of DANF product of varying grades
  • Three month period ended June 30, 2015, the Company sold 3,462 tonnes of DANF product of varying grades. For the nine month period ended June 30, 2015, 4,155 tonnes of DANF of varying grades was sold

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA–(Aug. 31, 2015) – DuSolo Fertilizers Inc. (TSX VENTURE:DSF)(OTC PINK:ELGSF)(FRANKFURT:E6R) (“DuSolo” or “the Company”) is pleased to announce its production, sales and financial results for the third quarter of fiscal 2015.

For the three months ended June 30, 2015, DuSolo produced 7,756 tonnes of Direct Application Natural Fertilizer (“DANF”) product of varying grades. For the nine month period ended June 30 2015, the Company produced 11,164 tonnes of DANF product of varying grades.

During the three month period ended June 30, 2015, the Company sold 3,462 tonnes of DANF product of varying grades. For the nine month period ended June 30, 2015, 4,155 tonnes of DANF of varying grades was sold.

Revenue for the three and nine month periods ending June 30, 2015 are $365,528 and $476,295, respectively. Gross profit for the same time periods are $144,661 and $200,044, respectively. Net loss for the three month period ended June 30, 2015 is $632,807 and net loss for the nine month period ended June 30, 2015 is $2,796,053. This translates to a loss per common share (basic and diluted) of $0.01 for the three month period ended June 30, 2015, and a loss per common share (basic and diluted) of $0.02 for the nine month period ended June 30, 2015.

The Company’s cash position as at June 30, 2015 was $659,339 (including $92,341 that was restricted). Working capital as of June 30, 2015 was $154,835.

“The Company remains focused on growing its operations and optimizing its production processes to become a Brazilian fertilizer producer,” said Darren Bowden, Chief Executive Officer. “Current Brazilian phosphate production does not meet domestic demand, and this shortfall is expected to continue in the coming years. DuSolo is uniquely positioned to capitalize on this and participate in this market.”

For more information, please refer to the management discussion and analysis and financial statements filed on SEDAR at www.sedar.com.

On behalf of DuSolo Fertilizers Inc.

Darren Bowden, Chief Executive Officer

Forward-looking statements

Certain information contained in this press release constitutes “forward-looking information”, within the meaning of Canadian legislation. Generally, these forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as “plans”, “expects” or “does not expect”, “is expected”, “budget”, “scheduled”, “estimates”, “forecasts”, “intends”, “anticipates” or “does not anticipate”, or “believes”, or variations of such words and phrases or statements that certain actions, events or results “may”, “could”, “would”, “might” or “will be taken”, “occur”, “be achieved” or “has the potential to”. Forward looking statements contained in this press release may include statements regarding the future operating or financial performance of DuSolo which involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties which may not prove to be accurate. Actual results and outcomes may differ materially from what is expressed or forecasted in these forward-looking statements. Such statements are qualified in their entirety by the inherent risks and uncertainties surrounding future expectations. Among those factors which could cause actual results to differ materially are the following: market conditions and other risk factors listed from time to time in our reports filed with Canadian securities regulators on SEDAR at www.sedar.com. The forward-looking statements included in this press release are made as of the date of this press release and DuSolo disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as expressly required by applicable securities legislation.

Neither the TSX Venture Exchange Inc. nor its Regulation Service Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange Inc.) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this press release.

DuSolo Fertilizers Inc.
[email protected]
(604) 331-9853
www.dusolo.com

A 2nd Major Silicon Metal Producer Requests High Purity Quartz Samples From Uragold

Posted by AGORACOM-JC at 10:12 AM on Thursday, August 27th, 2015

  • Announced that a second major silicon metal producer (“2nd Producer”) has requested samples of High Purity Quartz
  • Patrick Levasseur, President and COO of Uragold stated, “The interest we are receiving from global silicon metal producers for our quartz demonstrates the exceptional quality of the Roncevaux quartz and the lack of supply of High Purity Quartz. We are now even more focused on determining the full potential of our industry leading quartz portfolio.”

Montreal, Quebec / August 27 2015 – Uragold Bay Resources Inc. (“Uragold”) (TSX Venture: UBR), is pleased to announce that a second major silicon metal producer (“2nd Producer”) has requested samples of High Purity Quartz from our Roncevaux property located in the Matapedia Valley in the Gaspe region of Quebec.

ADDITIONAL THIRD PARTY VALIDATION BODES WELL FOR ADVANCEMENT OF URAGOLD HIGH PURITY QUARTZ PROPERTIES IN QUEBEC

In order to perform their test, the 2nd Producer requires 30 kg of quartz material be sent to a laboratory in Switzerland for thermal and mechanical stability tests in addition to chemical purity analysis. Discussions remain confidential as well as tests and results, which will be proprietary to the 2nd Producer.

Patrick Levasseur, President and COO of Uragold stated, “The interest we are receiving from global silicon metal producers for our quartz demonstrates the exceptional quality of the Roncevaux quartz and the lack of supply of High Purity Quartz. We are now even more focused on determining the full potential of our industry leading quartz portfolio.”

FIRST PRODUCER HAS CONFIRMED INTEREST IN PURCHASING SIGNIFICANT TONNAGE OF HIGH PURITY QUARTZ FROM URAGOLD

On March 2nd 2015, Uragold announced that a major silicon metal producer (“1st Producer”) had confirmed their interest in purchasing a significant tonnage of High Purity Quartz from our Roncevaux property in Quebec.

The Producer had confirmed that the Quartz material from our Roncevaux property successfully passed their rigorous testing protocol, which determined that the material is highly suited for their silicon metal production plant.

SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF FINANCING – INSIDERS ACCOUNT FOR 49% OF FUNDS

Uragold announces that it has closed the new non-brokered private placement of 6,619,000 units (“Unit”) at $0.05 per Unit for gross proceeds of $330,950 previously announced on August 19, 2015. The net proceeds from the Private Placement will be used for general corporate expenditures and to enhance the Company’s balance sheet.

Each Unit is comprised of one (1) common share and one (1) common share purchase warrant (“Warrant”) of the Company. Each Warrant will entitle the holder thereof to purchase one common share of the capital stock of the Company at an exercise price of $ 0.07 during a period of 36 months from the date of closing of the placement. Each share issued pursuant to the placement will have a mandatory four (4) month holding period from the date of closing of the placement. The placement is subject to standard regulatory approvals.

SHARES FOR SERVICES PROGRAM

The Corporation also announced that it has issued 565,000 common shares at a deemed price of $0.05 per share and therefore paid a debt of $28,250 for services rendered during the period from January 16, 2015 ending July 15, 2015.

MODIFICATION TO STOCK OPTION PLAN

Uragold announces that its Board of Directors has approved the modification of the total number of shares that may be issued pursuant to its stock option plan, which is increased from 4,400,000 shares to 10,800,000 shares. The maximum number of common of shares that may be issued under the plan shall be equivalent to less than 10% of the issued and outstanding common shares of the Corporation. The modification is subject to regulatory approval.

About UBR – Quebec Quartz

UBR – Quebec Quartz is the largest holder of High Purity Quartz properties in Quebec, with over 3,500 Ha under claims. Despite the abundance of quartz, very few deposits are suitable for high purity applications. High Purity Quartz supplies are tightening, prices are rising, and exponential growth is forecasted. Quartz from the Roncevaux property successfully passed rigorous testing protocols of a major silicon metal producer confirming that our material is highly suited for their silicon metal production.

In addition to becoming a supplier of lump quartz for silicon metal production, Quebec Quartz’s objective is to transform its High Purity Quartz into Ultra High Purity Quartz Sands to generate significantly greater profits and become a leading supplier of Ultra High Purity Quartz.

About Uragold Bay Resources Inc.

Uragold Bay Resources is a TSX-V listed Gold and High Purity Quartz exploration junior focused on generating free cash flow from mining operations. Our business model is centered on developing mining projects suited for smaller-scale start-up and that could potentially generate high yield returns. Uragold will reach these goals by developing Quebec’s first paleoplacer mine in 50 years, the Beauce Placer Project and, in partnership with Golden Hope Mines, the Bellechasse-Timmins Gold Deposit.

Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

This news release does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy nor shall there be any sale of any of the securities in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful. The securities have not been and will not be registered under the United States Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “U.S. Securities Act”) or the securities laws of any state of the United States and may not be offered or sold within the United States or to, or for the account or the benefit of, U.S. persons (as defined in Regulation S un der the U.S. Securities Act) unless registered under the U.S. Securities Act and applicable state securities laws or pursuant to an exemption from such registration requirements.

For further information contact

Bernard J. Tourillon, Chairman and CEO
Patrick Levasseur, President and COO

Tel: (514) 846-3271
www.uragold.com

Avalon Rare Metals Discusses Pilot Plant Program on Separation Rapids Lithium Project

Posted by AGORACOM-JC at 2:10 PM on Wednesday, August 26th, 2015

Avalon recently announced that a $750,000 pilot plant program has commenced on the Company’s Separation Rapids Lithium Project located near Kenora, Ontario. The 2015 pilot plant program will provide a trial of the new lithium minerals process flow sheet developed at the bench scale over the past year.

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DuSolo Provides Corporate Update

Posted by AGORACOM-JC at 8:17 PM on Tuesday, August 25th, 2015

  • “In the coming months, the Company plans to implement a number of sales and production strategies in an attempt to increase revenues, while managing its production costs. DuSolo’s long term focus remains unchanged, as we continue to build the Company into a domestic Brazilian phosphate producer.”

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA–(Aug. 25, 2015) – DuSolo Fertilizers Inc., (TSX VENTURE:DSF)(OTC PINK:ELGSF)(FRANKFURT:E6R) (“DuSolo” or “the Company”) is pleased to provide a corporate update for its Brazilian operations.

After a longer than anticipated rainy season, the Company has been excavating and processing Direct Application Natural Fertilizer (“DANF”) product at Bomfim since June. DANF product sales, however, have been less than anticipated due to soft fertilizer demand in Brazil. This is a result of weaker crop prices, the lower purchasing power of the Real and delayed credit availability from the government to farmers and agri-businesses.

“In light of the current market conditions in Brazil, and the effect it has had on the Company’s performance, DuSolo’s new board and management have undertaken a strategic review of all operations,” said Darren Bowden, CEO of DuSolo. “In the coming months, the Company plans to implement a number of sales and production strategies in an attempt to increase revenues, while managing its production costs. DuSolo’s long term focus remains unchanged, as we continue to build the Company into a domestic Brazilian phosphate producer.”

The following strategic initiatives will be undertaken:

  • Drawdown of Bridge Loan facility. Funds have already been received and will be used as working capital as DuSolo begins to accept forward sales contracts.
  • Plans to reconfigure Bomfim Processing Plant in order to increase DANF product output without installing additional hammer mills, saving the Company C$400,000.
  • Looking at alternative sales strategies, including forward sales contracts and expanding sales into other regions in Brazil.

Sales

Year to Date, 2015, DuSolo produced and sold the following amounts of DANF product (all figures are in tonnes):

Mine Production Plant Production Delivery of Sales To Be Delivered
52,931 29,939 7,373 3,363

Of the 81,100 tonnes in signed commitments, approximately 3,290 tonnes of product has already delivered, and an additional 3,363 tonnes will be delivered in the short term. All of these contracts are still in good standing, though buyers have been slow to perform due to the market conditions described above.

To smooth upcoming sales revenue, the Company will implement a number of sales strategies in order to ensure that DANF product sales continue, including accepting forward sales contracts, while continuing to receive proceeds from sales on delivery.

Operations

The material processed to date has come from the Santiago project (“Santiago”). Further analysis and characterization has confirmed that mineralization at Santiago is softer and more fine that previously thought. This has led to the primary screen being under utilized and the secondary screen being over loaded causing a production bottleneck. DuSolo, at minimal cost, will reconfigure the Bomfim Processing Plant (“the Plant”) to better handle this material.

The reconfiguration includes a plate change in the existing hammer mills to increase final product top size from 1.5mm to 2mm, which has already been completed. In addition, the screen decks will be resized to redirect material to different stockpiles, reducing rehandle and increasing primary and secondary screen efficiency. Once both of these changes are in place, the Plant is expected to achieve a sustainable throughput of 80 tonnes per hour versus the current maximum of 60 tonnes per hour.

The optimization of the Plant will allow for higher production, without having to install the additional hammer mills as previously planned. This will result in a C$400,000 savings for DuSolo. The Company will complete the reconfiguration in September, and expects DANF product inventory stockpiled to meet September sales demand. The Plant is expected to recommence production with the new screens and mills for a short period in October in order to test the upgrades and build sufficient product stock to meet low season sales.

Other Phosphate Opportunities

DuSolo maintains its focus on growth through building its operations, as well as assessing new phosphate opportunities in other regions of Brazil. The Company is of the opinion that current market conditions in the fertilizer market are temporary and are likely to improve in the mid to long term. It is therefore evaluating investment opportunities created by the weakness in phosphate demand, and looking to expand into new agricultural areas in Brazil as part of its strategy to become a mid-tier Brazilian fertilizer producer.

ABOUT DUSOLO

DuSolo Fertilizers Inc. is focused on developing a fully integrated process to produce phosphate based fertilizers within the Cerrado region of Brazil as part of a nationwide effort, incentivized by the government, to increase supply of domestically sourced fertilizers and achieve agricultural self sufficiency.

The Company’s shares are publicly traded on the TSX Venture Exchange under the symbol DSF, on the OTC Pink Sheets under the symbol ELGSF and on Frankfurt Stock Exchange under the symbol E6R.

On behalf of DuSolo Fertilizers Inc.

Darren Bowden, CEO

Forward-looking statements

Certain information contained in this press release constitutes “forward-looking information”, within the meaning of Canadian legislation. Generally, these forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as “plans”, “expects” or “does not expect”, “is expected”, “budget”, “scheduled”, “estimates”, “forecasts”, “intends”, “anticipates” or “does not anticipate”, or “believes”, or variations of such words and phrases or statements that certain actions, events or results “may”, “could”, “would”, “might” or “will be taken”, “occur”, “be achieved” or “has the potential to”. Forward looking statements contained in this press release may include statements regarding the future operating or financial performance of DuSolo which involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties which may not prove to be accurate. Actual results and outcomes may differ materially from what is expressed or forecasted in these forward-looking statements. Such statements are qualified in their entirety by the inherent risks and uncertainties surrounding future expectations. Among those factors which could cause actual results to differ materially are the following: market conditions and other risk factors listed from time to time in our reports filed with Canadian securities regulators on SEDAR at www.sedar.com. The forward-looking statements included in this press release are made as of the date of this press release and DuSolo disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as expressly required by applicable securities legislation.

Neither the TSX Venture Exchange Inc. nor its Regulation Service Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange Inc.) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this press release.

DuSolo Fertilizers Inc.
(604) 331-9853
[email protected]

Avalon Discusses Continued Listing Standards Notice from NYSE MKT

Posted by AGORACOM-JC at 3:02 PM on Tuesday, August 25th, 2015

Avalon recently received a letter from NYSE MKT LLC dated July 30, 2015 which states that due to the Company’s recent low selling share price, it has been deemed to be not in compliance with the continued listing standards of the Exchange. The Company’s continued listing is contingent upon the Company effecting a share consolidation within a reasonable period of time or upon a sustained increase in its share price. The company goes “Beyond The Press Release” to discuss this matter further.

 

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DuSolo Announces Management Restructuring

Posted by AGORACOM-JC at 5:15 PM on Wednesday, August 19th, 2015

  • Board of directors has appointed Eran Friedlander as Non-Executive Chairman and Darren Bowden as Chief Executive Officer
  • As DuSolo transitions from exploration to production, it is seeking to expand its management’s operational experience,” said Eran Friedlander, Chairman. “Darren Bowden has a wealth of operational experience and knowledge, and will be an asset to the Company as it increases its production profile.”

Finalizes Bridge Loan Agreement

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA–(Aug. 19, 2015) – DuSolo Fertilizers Inc., (TSX VENTURE:DSF)(OTC PINK:ELGSF)(FRANKFURT:E6R) (“DuSolo” or “the Company”) is pleased to announce that its board of directors has appointed Eran Friedlander as Non-Executive Chairman and Darren Bowden as Chief Executive Officer.

“As DuSolo transitions from exploration to production, it is seeking to expand its management’s operational experience,” said Eran Friedlander, Chairman. “Darren Bowden has a wealth of operational experience and knowledge, and will be an asset to the Company as it increases its production profile.”

Darren Bowden, the Company’s new CEO said, “Having operated in many countries around the world, I am delighted to accept the role of CEO and look forward to working closely with Eran and the team to bring the Company’s operations to their full potential. I look forward to both optimizing the operations and delivering value for all of DuSolo’s stakeholders.”

In connection with these appointments, Mr. Bowden has agreed to act as an interim CEO for up to 12 months and Mr. Friedlander has agreed to consult as a strategic advisor to the CEO for a period of two years.

Bridge Loan Agreement

The Company is also pleased to announce that it has signed the definitive loan agreement with Ndovu Capital III B.V. (“Ndovu”) for C$750,000 (the “Bridge Loan”), as announced in the Company’s press release dated August 10, 2015. The Bridge Loan bears interest at 10% per annum, is repayable in three months, bears an establishment fee of 5%, and is subject to representations, warranties, covenants and negative covenants customary for a loan of this nature. The Company will draw down the Bridge Loan and use the proceeds for general working capital purposes. Ndovu is an affiliate of Tembo Capital Mining Fund LP and is the Company’s largest shareholder, with 15.43% of DuSolo’s issued and outstanding common shares. Mr. Peter Ruxton, a director of Ndovu, is a director of the Company and abstained from the approval of the Bridge Loan.

Board Committees

The Company’s board of directors confirms the appointments to the following standing committees of the board:

Audit Committee: David Farrell (Chair), Peter Ruxton, Michael Vint
Compensation Committee: Peter Ruxton (Chair), David Farrell, Michael Vint
Corporate Governance and Nominating Committee: David Farrell (Chair), Peter Ruxton, Darren Bowden

ABOUT DUSOLO

DuSolo Fertilizers Inc. is focused on developing a fully integrated process to produce phosphate based fertilizers within the Cerrado region of Brazil as part of a nationwide effort, incentivized by the government, to increase supply of domestically sourced fertilizers and achieve agricultural self sufficiency.

The Company’s shares are publicly traded on the TSX Venture Exchange under the symbol DSF, on the OTC Pink Sheets under the symbol ELGSF and on Frankfurt Stock Exchange under the symbol E6R.

On behalf of DuSolo Fertilizers Inc.

Eran Friedlander, Chairman

Forward-looking statements

Certain information contained in this press release constitutes “forward-looking information”, within the meaning of Canadian legislation. Generally, these forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as “plans”, “expects” or “does not expect”, “is expected”, “budget”, “scheduled”, “estimates”, “forecasts”, “intends”, “anticipates” or “does not anticipate”, or “believes”, or variations of such words and phrases or statements that certain actions, events or results “may”, “could”, “would”, “might” or “will be taken”, “occur”, “be achieved” or “has the potential to”. Forward looking statements contained in this press release may include statements regarding the future operating or financial performance of DuSolo which involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties which may not prove to be accurate. Actual results and outcomes may differ materially from what is expressed or forecasted in these forward-looking statements. Such statements are qualified in their entirety by the inherent risks and uncertainties surrounding future expectations. Among those factors which could cause actual results to differ materially are the following: market conditions and other risk factors listed from time to time in our reports filed with Canadian securities regulators on SEDAR at www.sedar.com. The forward-looking statements included in this press release are made as of the date of this press release and DuSolo disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as expressly required by applicable securities legislation.

Neither the TSX Venture Exchange Inc. nor its Regulation Service Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange Inc.) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this press release.

DuSolo Fertilizers Inc.
(604) 331-9853(604) 331-9853(604) 331-9853(604) 331-9853
[email protected]
www.DuSolo.com

Uragold Starts Work On Quartz Deposit To Validate Historical Estimate For Potential Order From Major Silicon Producer

Posted by AGORACOM-JC at 10:01 AM on Wednesday, August 19th, 2015

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  • Fieldwork to confirm resource is capable of fulfilling potential order
  • Anzaplan to test for potential high value applications, including ultra high purity quartz sand
  • Major Silicon Metal Producer expressed interest in purchasing between 20,000 to 50,000 tons annually of High Purity Lump Quartz material (see Mar 2, 2015 release)

Montreal, Quebec / August 19 2015 – Uragold Bay Resources Inc. (“Uragold”) (TSX Venture: UBR) is pleased to announce that fieldwork on the Roncevaux quartz property located in the Matapedia Valley in the Gaspe region of Quebec has started for the purpose of achieving two objectives.

FIELDWORK TO CONFIRM RESOURCE IS CAPABLE OF FULFILLING POTENTIAL ORDER

Per the Company’s announcement on March 2, 2015, a major Silicon Metal Producer has expressed interest in purchasing between 20,000 to 50,000 tons annually of High Purity Lump Quartz material from our Roncevaux property, after our material successfully passed their rigorous testing protocols. This requires Uragold to validate if the historical estimates of 414,700 tons of High Purity Quartz; contained in the V1 vein structure calculated in 2003 (grading @ 99.20% of SiO2), will be sufficient to fulfil the potential order. (GM60610: Barrette, Jean-Paul. 2003. Rapport des travaux d’exploration miniere sur la veine de quartz pur. Projet Silice Roncevaux, Canton Roncevaux, Gaspesie), (press release December 16, 2014).

All information such as resources estimates and grades herewith presented is historical in nature and while relevant, the information was obtained before the implementation of National Instrument 43-101 and as such does not meet National Instrument 43-101 reporting standards. The historical estimate should not be relied upon until the Company can confirm them.

ANZAPLAN TO TEST FOR POTENTIAL HIGH VALUE APPLICATIONS, INCLUDING ULTRA HIGH PURITY QUARTZ SAND

Pursuant to our MOU announced April 13, 2015, a second objective of the program is to collect 150 kg of sample material from the V1 vein structure ANZAPLAN will then complete quartz processing and beneficiation tests to characterize the quartz potential for high value applications, including Ultra High Purity Quartz Sands. The leading consultancy and engineering company in high purity quartz project valuation, ANZAPLAN has a wide range of international clients in the mining, engineering, and production industries. The company’s’ renowned international reputation in the glass and ceramics industry has steadily extended into the high purity market sectors.

Dr. Marc Richer-LaFleche, Ph.D. (Geo) will be leading the Institut National de la Recherche et des Sciences (INRS, Eau Terre Environnement) team retained by the Corporation to complete the program. The work will also allow the planning of a subsequent drilling program to be complete before the end of the year.

INRS is a university dedicated to fundamental and applied research, graduate studies and the training of researchers in its four research Centres in Quebec City, Laval, Montreal and Varennes. Part of the Universite du Quebec network, INRS University ranks first in Canada in terms of research intensity. Located in Quebec City, the INRS Eau Terre Environnement Research Centre is a world class research facility that brings together 40 professors, over 200 graduate and postgraduate students, and about 20 postdoctoral researchers.

Dr. Marc Richer-LaFleche, Ph.D., is professor of geology and research scientist at INRS. He is a renowned geologist with special interest in clays and silica. Dr. Richer-LaFleche completed his doctoral studies with Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique of France (CNRS) and at Universite de Montpellier II. He also completed his post-graduate with the National Geological Commission of Canada.

Private Placement

Uragold announces its intention to proceed with a new non-brokered private placement of 6,619,000 units (“Unit”) at $0.05 per Unit for gross proceeds of $330,950. Insider participation in this placement could accounts up to 49% of the total amount subscribed. The net proceeds from the Private Placement will be used for general corporate expenditures and to enhance the Company’s balance sheet.

Each Unit is comprised of one (1) common share and one (1) common share purchase warrant (“Warrant”) of the Company. Each Warrant will entitle the holder thereof to purchase one common share of the capital stock of the Company at an exercise price of $ 0.07 during a period of 36 months from the date of closing of the placement. Each share issued pursuant to the placement will have a mandatory four (4) month holding period from the date of closing of the placement. The placement is subject to standard regulatory approvals.

Shares For Services Program

In accordance with the agreement between Uragold and AGORACOM (see Uragold press release July 18, 2014) Uragold Board has approved the issuance of 565,000 common shares at a deemed price of $0.05 per share for the outstanding debt of $28,250 for services rendered during the period from January 16, 2015 ending July 15, 2015.

Mr Levasseur stated, “With this additional private placement, insiders are continuing the demonstration of their belief that 2015 will be an exciting year for Uragold as we continue to develop our exciting high purity quartz projects.”

About Uragold– Quebec Quartz

Uragold – Quebec Quartz is the largest holder of distinct High Purity Quartz properties in Quebec, with over 3,500 Ha under claims. Despite the abundance of quartz, very few deposits are suitable for high purity applications. High Purity Quartz supplies are tightening, prices are rising, exponential growth forecasted. Quartz from the Roncevaux property successfully passed rigorous testing protocols of a major silicon metal producer confirming that our material is highly suited for their silicon metal production.

In addition to becoming a supplier of lump quartz for silicon metal production, Quebec Quartz’s objective is to transform its High Purity Quartz into Ultra High Purity Quartz Sands to generate significantly greater profits and become a leading supplier of Ultra High Purity Quartz.

About Uragold

Uragold Bay Resources is a TSX-V listed Gold and High Purity Quartz exploration junior focused on generating free cash flow from mining operations. Our business model is centered on developing mining projects suited for smaller-scale start-up and that could potentially generate high yield returns. Uragold will reach these goals by developing Quebec’s first paleoplacer mine in 50 years, the Beauce Placer Project and, in partnership with Golden Hope Mines, the Bellechasse-Timmins Gold Deposit.

Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

This news release does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy nor shall there be any sale of any of the securities in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful. The securities have not been and will not be registered under the United States Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “U.S. Securities Act”) or the securities laws of any state of the United States and may not be offered or sold within the United States or to, or for the account or the benefit of, U.S. persons (as defined in Regulation S un der the U.S. Securities Act) unless registered under the U.S. Securities Act and applicable state securities laws or pursuant to an exemption from such registration requirements.

For further information contact

Bernard J. Tourillon, Chairman and CEO
Patrick Levasseur, President and COO

Tel: (514) 846-3271(514) 846-3271(514) 846-3271(514) 846-3271
www.uragold.com

CLIENT FEATURE: Dusolo (DSF: TSX-V) Capitalizing on Brazil’s Growing Demand for Fertilizer

Posted by AGORACOM-JC at 4:58 PM on Monday, August 17th, 2015

BY BEING A DOMESTIC FERTILIZER PRODUCER, DUSOLO IS ABLE TO OFFER A PREMIUM PRODUCT AT A SIGNIFICANTLY LOWER COST

  • Direct Application Natural Fertilizer (DANF) product is in demand in the region
  • Flagship asset, the Bomfim Project, is 100% owned and located in one of the world’s fastest growing agrarian regions
  • Bomfim Processing Plant operating at full capacity
  • On track to produce at least ~100,000 tonnes of DANF in 2015
  • Sales contracts in place for 2015 planting season: 81,100 tonnes for ~C$8.5 million
  • Starting to generate revenue

MANY NEAR TERM CATALYSTS EXPECTED

  • Entering into additional DANF product sales contracts
  • Doubling capacity at our processing facility to 160,000 tonnes per year
  • Updating the National Instrument 43-101 Resource Estimate to include results from the 2015 drill campaign – Recent drill results confirm presence of additional high-grade phosphate mineralization beyond areas identified in initial resource estimate
  • Third Party Economic Evaluation of Operations Planned for 2015
  • Strong Financial Backing

BRAZIL’S DOMESTIC FERTILIZER SUPPLY DOES NOT MEET CURRENT DEMANDS

  • World’s largest exporter of sugar, coffee and orange juice and the 2nd largest in soybean exports
  • Brazil imports more than 50% of phosphate fertilizers used overseas
  • Significant transportation and logistic-related costs are added to imported fertilizers
  • DuSolo’s is increasing the supply of domestically produced fertilizers
  • Helping the country achieve agricultural self-sufficiency

FLAGSHIP ASSET LOCATED IN ONE OF THE WORLD’S LARGEST AGRICULTURAL REGIONS

  • The Cerrado region is home to one of the largest arable landmasses in the world
  • Majority of future increases in global food production is expected to come from this region
  • The tropical rains in the Cerrado wash away nutrients, leaving the soil poor for farming and needing to be fertilized frequently
  • Cerrado is land locked, therefore making fertilizer imports very expensive

 

STRONG DEMAND FOR DANF EXISTS IN THE REGION

Within a 500 km radius of DuSolo’s processing facility:

  • 1.2 million tonnes of phosrock is being consumed every year
  • 585 farms and agricultural centres exist
  • DANF consumption is growing at a compound annual growth rate of 6%
  • No domestic production

Garibaldi advances La Patilla, crews mobilize for Grizzly Program

Posted by AGORACOM-JC at 8:40 AM on Friday, August 14th, 2015

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  • Seven RC holes have been completed at the Company’s 100%-owned La Patilla Gold Property
  • Assays are pending, and results will guide the next phase of exploration at this property where a shallow high-grade zone was discovered last year
  • Five of the seven holes targeted the La Patilla vein system, to test for continuity of high-grade mineralization along strike and down dip in the vein area as cut in several holes in 2014, while two holes were successfully completed at the adjacent Murcielago breccia.

VANCOUVER, Aug. 14, 2015 /CNW/ – Garibaldi Resources Corp. (TSX.V: GGI) (the “Company” or “Garibaldi”) is pleased to report that seven RC holes have been completed by Layne Drilling at the Company’s 100%-owned La Patilla Gold Property in Sinaloa State, Mexico.  Assays are pending, and results will guide the next phase of exploration at this property where a shallow high-grade zone was discovered last year (10.4 g/t Au over 8.5 meters in LP-14).

Five of the seven holes targeted the La Patilla vein system, to test for continuity of high-grade mineralization along strike and down dip in the vein area as cut in several holes in 2014, while two holes were successfully completed at the adjacent Murcielago breccia.

Meanwhile, in advance of delivering stockpiled material from the vein system to the nearby Gainey Capital Corp. mill, Garibaldi has received highly encouraging metallurgical results with a recovery rate of 95% for a flotation test carried out by the Servicio Geologico Mexico (Mexican Geological Survey) in Chihuahua City.

The analyzed head grade for the sample (7.9 kg) was 17.7 g/t Au. The sample was taken from surface exposures in the La Patilla vein system where previous drilling reported high-grade gold values. Garibaldi cautions that the head grade is not necessarily representative of mineralization at La Patilla in general or, specifically, within the zones, structures or geological features that were sampled for the metallurgical testing.

Steve Regoci, Garibaldi President and CEO, commented: “The high gold recovery rate from the metallurgical work helps confirm that the mineralized material from the La Patilla veins is very amenable to the flotation system used at Gainey’s processing center. We’re continuing preparation work to advance this important part of the project at La Patilla.

“We are active on several fronts and we look forward to providing shareholders with additional updates on developments at our key projects in Mexico and British Columbia over the next few weeks.”

British Columbia Update – Grizzly Project

Crews are mobilizing for a fresh round of surface exploration, commencing in the next few days, that will determine final drill targets at the 270 sq. km Grizzly Project in northwest B.C.’s prolific Sheslay district.

Crews will be focusing on the highly promising Grizzly Central area as well as the newly-acquired Golden Bear claims, featuring an historical high-grade gold showing, adjoining the Grizzly to the south.

“Indeed this will be a busy and exciting summer at the Grizzly as productive discussions with all stakeholders concerning this emerging world class district are giving us great encouragement,” stated Regoci.

Qualified Person

Dr. Craig Gibson, Certified Professional Geologist and a director of Garibaldi, is a non-arms-length Qualified Person for the Company’s Mexico projects and the direct manager of the technical programs operated under contract by Prospeccion Y Desarrollo Minero del Norte (ProDeMin). Dr. Gibson has reviewed this news release and approved the contents thereof.

About Garibaldi

Garibaldi Resources Corp. is an active Canadian-based junior exploration company focused on creating shareholder value through discoveries and strategic development of its assets in some of the most prolific mining regions in Mexico and British Columbia.

We seek safe harbor.

GARIBALDI RESOURCES CORP.

Per: “Steve Regoci”

Steve Regoci, President

Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider accepts responsibility for the adequacy or the accuracy of this release.

SOURCE Garibaldi Resources Corp.

GARIBALDI RESOURCES CORP., 1150 – 409 Granville Street, Vancouver, BC V6C 1T2, Telephone: (604) 488-8851(604) 488-8851(604) 488-8851(604) 488-8851, Website: GaribaldiResources.comCopyright CNW Group 2015