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Amlan International, the animal health division of Oil-Dri Corporation of America, will feature research on natural feed additives at the Symposium on Gut Health in Production of Food Animals from October 31 to November 3, 2021. Presentations will be made by Amlan scientists, including Dr. Hongyu Xue, who will address the adverse effects of coccidiosis and the benefits of Amlan’s products. The symposium aims to highlight the importance of gut health in livestock and poultry, especially amidst global restrictions on in-feed antibiotics, creating demand for drug-free solutions.

At the 10th Leman China Swine Conference and 2021 World Swine Industry Expo, Amlan International, the animal health division of Oil-Dri Corporation of America, will showcase its natural, mineral-based feed additives aimed at enhancing swine intestinal health and addressing economic challenges faced by producers. The event, set for October 20-22, 2021, in Chongqing, is expected to draw around 6,000 attendees and over 50,000 visitors. Amlan's patented products, including Varium® and NeoPrime®, leverage 80 years of mineral science expertise and are designed to improve animal performance without antibiotics.

Oil-Dri Corporation of America (NYSE: ODC) has announced plans to increase prices for its cat litter products in the U.S. and Canada during Q2 of fiscal year 2022. This decision comes in response to ongoing inflationary pressures affecting key costs such as freight, packaging, materials, and manufacturing. Despite efforts to optimize operational expenses, the company stated that price adjustments are necessary to uphold product quality and service levels. Specific details regarding the price increase will be communicated directly to customers by sales representatives.

The Board of Directors of Oil-Dri Corporation of America (NYSE: ODC) has declared quarterly cash dividends of $0.27 per share for Common Stock and $0.2025 for Class B Stock. These dividends will be payable on November 26, 2021, to stockholders on record as of November 12, 2021. Notably, Oil-Dri has consistently paid dividends since 1974, increasing them annually for eighteen consecutive years. The company plans to announce its first quarter earnings of fiscal 2022 on December 7, 2021, with a virtual earnings discussion on December 8, 2021.

Oil-Dri Corporation (NYSE: ODC) reported a strong fourth quarter and fiscal year 2021 with record net sales of $78 million and total sales of $305 million, representing a 20% and 8% increase, respectively. However, net income dropped 90% in Q4 to $603,000 and 41% for the year to $11.1 million, primarily due to severe cost inflation in key inputs like resin and lumber. Despite these challenges, the company continues to focus on growth in mineral-based alternatives and cat litter products. The outlook for fiscal 2022 emphasizes enhancing profitability amidst rising costs.

Amlan International has appointed Betty Yuriko as the new country manager for Indonesia, enhancing its operations in response to the growing demand for animal protein. With 27 years of experience, Betty will lead the distribution strategy for Amlan’s natural, mineral-based feed additives like Varium and NeoPrime, which recently received a patent in Indonesia. This move addresses producers' needs for alternatives to antibiotic growth promoters, aiming to optimize animal health and profitability. Amlan is a division of Oil-Dri Corporation, traded on the NYSE under the symbol ODC.

Oil-Dri Corporation of America (NYSE: ODC) has received a patent in Indonesia for its innovative mineral-based feed additive technology, benefiting the local animal protein industry. The patent, IDP-000071991, protects formulations used in Amlan's Varium® and NeoPrime® products, which promote intestinal health in poultry and swine. With rising demand for antibiotic-free alternatives in Indonesia, these products support livestock production efficiency. Amlan's direct partnership with producers and expansion of services are set to enhance support for high-quality animal protein production.

Oil-Dri Corporation of America (NYSE: ODC) announced price increases of 5% to 9% on clay absorbents and sports field products, effective September 1, 2021. This decision is driven by significant cost increases in packaging, materials, natural gas, and non-fuel manufacturing costs, despite ongoing improvements in manufacturing efficiencies. Sales representatives will communicate detailed information about the price adjustments directly to customers.

Oil-Dri Corporation of America (NYSE: ODC) announced plans to raise prices on its cat litter products in the first quarter of fiscal year 2022. This decision comes due to significant increases in costs associated with freight, packaging, materials, and natural gas. Despite efforts to mitigate these cost pressures, the price hike is necessary to sustain product quality and service levels. Specifics about the price increase will be communicated directly to customers by the sales team.