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Organto Foods Inc. (OTCQX: OGOFF) generates news that reflects both its role in organic and fairtrade food supply chains and its activities in global capital markets. The company describes itself as an integrated provider of branded, private label, and distributed organic, fairtrade, and non-GMO fruit and vegetable products, supplying certified organic and fairtrade produce to leading international retailers. Its news flow often combines operational updates with financing and strategic developments.
Readers of Organto’s news can expect detailed announcements on financial performance, including quarterly and year-to-date results prepared under International Financial Reporting Standards. These releases may discuss sales growth, gross profit, operating expenses, and non-IFRS measures such as adjusted gross profit and EBITDA, along with commentary on restructuring progress and business realignment.
Organto also issues news about its capital structure and funding. Recent disclosures include non-brokered private placements of units with accompanying warrants, early warrant exercise incentive programs subject to TSX Venture Exchange acceptance, and the prepayment of convertible notes to optimize debt and potential dilution. The company has highlighted new financial and foreign exchange facilities with a Netherlands-based bank to support its European foods operations and manage currency risk.
Operational and strategic updates form another key part of Organto’s news. The company has reported on its participation in major industry events such as the Fruit Attraction conference in Madrid, its integrated farm-to-shelf model, and a refreshed brand identity aligned with an integrated global ecosystem. It has also announced its upgrade to trading on the OTCQX Best Market in the United States, emphasizing enhanced disclosure, governance standards, and broader investor reach.
For investors and observers following OGOFF, the news stream offers insight into Organto’s organic and fairtrade product platform, its asset-efficient supply chain, and its ongoing efforts to strengthen its balance sheet and expand its presence in healthy foods markets.
Organto Foods has expanded its geographic footprint by partnering with a major European supermarket chain to sell organic products in Serbia, following recent sales in the Czech Republic. The supermarket chain operates over 7,500 stores across 10 countries and is a leader in the Serbian market with 457 retail locations. The initial launch in Belgrade aims for a broader rollout in the coming months. Additionally, Organto has granted 85,000 stock options to an employee, while terminating an exclusive avocado supply agreement due to supply chain disruptions without a material impact on the company's operations.
Organto Foods Inc. has partnered with Central Europe's leading e-grocer to expand its presence in the Czech Republic. The collaboration will feature Organto's "I AM Organic" branded and private label products, which include fruits, vegetables, and herbs. The online grocer, which commands a 70% market share in the Czech Republic, aims to enhance its organic category. Initial launches began in Prague, with plans for nationwide availability within a year. Organto's commitment to sustainability and organic produce aligns with increasing consumer demand for healthy food options.
Organto Foods Inc. (TSXV:OGO, OTC:OGOFF) announced its participation in the Fruit Attraction Fair in Madrid, Spain from October 6-8, 2022. Co-CEO Rients van der Wal emphasized the growing demand for sustainable organic produce and highlighted Organto's innovations, including proprietary digital passport technology for product transparency. The company aims to build business relationships and showcase its I AM Organic brand at the event. Organto reports eleven consecutive quarters of record revenue growth, driven by a flexible, asset-light business model serving eighteen European countries.
Organto Foods (OTCQB:OGOFF) reported its Q2 2022 financial results, showing sales of $5.11 million, down 4.9% year-over-year. However, when adjusted for currency fluctuations, sales in Euros increased by 4%. Gross profit was $208,084, or 4.1% of sales, significantly lower compared to 12.1% in the previous year. The company's cash position improved to $8.42 million. Despite challenges from the Russia/Ukraine war and rising costs, Organto continues to invest in growth initiatives. A net loss of $2.68 million was reported, up from a loss of $1.16 million in the earlier year.
Organto Foods Inc. has launched its I AM Organic product line, starting with organic bananas and apples, in approximately 400 fueling and EV charging stations in the Netherlands. This initiative aims to provide healthy, convenient snack options for consumers. The products utilize digital passport technology for transparency, showcasing details like origin and carbon footprint. Co-CEO Rients van der Wal emphasized the brand's mission of accessibility to organic produce. This partnership reinforces Organto's strategy to expand its presence in the market and enhance its brand visibility.
Organto Foods Inc. held its 2022 Annual General Meeting on June 22, 2022, in Vancouver, BC, with approximately 19% of eligible shares voted. Shareholders overwhelmingly supported all resolutions, with over 98% approval. Eight directors were elected, with 62.5% being independent. The firm appointed Dale Matheson Carr-Hilton Labonte LLP as independent auditor for the upcoming year and approved amendments to its Share Option and Restricted Share Unit Plans.
Organto Foods announced its financial results for Q1 2022, marking record quarterly sales of $6,999,864, up 46.7% from the previous year. This increase is also a 57.7% rise when adjusted for currency fluctuations. The company achieved a gross profit of $670,602, maintaining a 9.6% profit margin. Operating expenses rose to 25.7% of sales due to investments in growth. Organto improved its balance sheet with cash on hand of $9,542,805 compared to $3,629,677 year-over-year. However, the company reported a net loss of $2,328,787 for the quarter.
Organto Foods reported record financial results for fiscal 2021, with sales hitting $19.5 million—a remarkable 70.5% increase from the previous year. Gross profit also set a record at $1.99 million, representing 10.2% of sales. Despite challenges from supply chain issues and inflation, the company is positioned for growth with strong cash reserves of $11.87 million and projected Q1 2022 sales of $6.7-6.9 million, up 42% year-over-year. This marks the 11th consecutive quarter of record sales growth.
Organto Foods Inc. announced a new €2 million (approximately CDN$ 2.8 million) factoring facility with Eurofactor, a Division of Credit Agricole Group, significantly enhancing its capital structure. This new facility more than doubles the previous credit limit and is expected to reduce borrowing costs by approximately 40%-50%, improving working capital management. Co-CEO Rients van der Wal highlighted the need for this facility to support the anticipated growth in 2022 and further expansion of Organto's I AM Organic brand, addressing increasing consumer demand for sustainable organic products.
Organto Foods Inc. has completed the acquisition of Zimbabwe Marketing Services (ZMS), enhancing its sourcing capabilities in key African regions. This strategically aligned, asset-light acquisition is expected to drive immediate EBITDA growth and supports Organto's focus on organic fruits and vegetables. The deal includes €400,000 worth of common shares, resulting in the addition of established supply agreements and potential expansion in markets like Europe, South Africa, and the Middle East. Additionally, Organto has granted stock options and restricted share units to enhance employee engagement.
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