Repreve® Renewables Becomes AGgrow Tech in Corporate Rebranding Initiative

TRANSITION LAYS PATH FOR LARGE-SCALE GROWTH ACROSS UNITED STATES

GREENSBORO, N.C. – April 12, 2017 – Repreve® Renewables, LLC, a leader in renewable agriculture technologies, unveiled a new company name and logo as part of a corporate rebranding initiative. The new name, AGgrow Tech, illustrates the companies dedication to constantly push and explore the possibilities of biomass products and renewable energy solutions derived from its patented and scientifically proven agricultural methods.

“We are an agriculture-based company, and feel this transition better supports our drive to be the leader in sustainably produced agricultural-based products,” said Travis Hedrick, chief executive officer for AGgrow Tech. “We believe the rebrand delivers a clearer understanding of our core business model and allows us to truly explore the next generation of renewable agriculture technologies and the applications of our products.”

For the last five years, AGgrow Tech (formerly Repreve® Renewables) has established itself as a leader in renewable biomass production. AGgrow Tech’s products are derived primarily from Giant Miscanthus grass, a high-yielding, low-input and drought-tolerant perennial that revitalizes the soil. The proprietary planting and grow techniques utilized by AGgrow Tech generates more crop per acre while improving the environment. The company’s agriculture-based production can be utilized in a variety of markets including bio-power (both liquid and solid fuels), geotextiles, absorbents and animal bedding.

AGgrow Tech’s animal bedding product, AGgrow Bedding, will feature three product specifications that will fulfill a wide range of animal welfare and bedding needs. The “Advanced” specification is a rebranding of the former product, Thrivez, an industry proven poultry bedding product used by the top poultry producers in the U.S. Other specifications will service the equestrian and small animals bedding needs. AGgrow Bedding provides the market with a purpose-grown solution for improving the animal’s welfare, production and growing environment. Learn more at their newly designed website, AGgrowBedding.com.

AGgrow Tech’s renewable agriculture technologies are ideal as natural alternatives for the erosion control and industrial absorbent markets. “The creation and exploration of new products and services will generate a higher demand from our Giant Miscanthus farmers and allow our product to spread into other industries,” added Hedrick.

 

About AGgrow Tech

AGgrow Tech headquarters remain in Greensboro, N.C., with production in North Carolina, Georgia, Mississippi, Maryland, Oklahoma, Iowa and Wisconsin. AGgrow Tech is a leader in renewable agriculture technologies for the biomass market, and is committed to connecting fields of biomass to the market by transforming renewable plants into quality biomass to meet the growing demand for renewable solutions. The company’s proprietary establishment technologies and novel business model enables farmers, landowners and customers to realize the value of biomass crops.

Sanderson Farms®’ Innovative Partnership with AGgrow Tech is Good for Poultry and Environment

CERTIFIED SUSTAINABLY GROWN POULTRY BEDDING SUPPORTS BIRDS’ WELL-BEING

 

GREENSBORO, N.C. – May 9, 2017 – Sanderson Farms® continues its commitment to animal well-being by partnering with AGgrow Tech. AGgrow Tech is the leader in supplying certified Sustainably Grown animal bedding fiber that comes from the production of Freedomâ Giant Miscanthus. AGgrow Tech has established an additional 2,300 acres of Freedomâ in eastern North Carolina specifically for the poultry market. As part of this innovative initiative, AGgrow Tech will supply 1.8 million cubic feet of volume per year of premium bedding to Sanderson Farms. “This investment into the birds’ well-being will provide a healthier environment to deliver the best possible conditions,” says Randy Pettus director of production for Sanderson Farms.

Sanderson Farms states that one of the major factors in the decision to add more volume from AGgrow Tech was the success they have consistently experienced using the product. “Our top priority is bird health. Bedding that reduces ammonia while improving comfort – it just makes sense.”

AGgrow Tech animal bedding fiber was certified based on a comprehensive independent evaluation by SCS Global Services under what is considered one of the world’s most rigorous sustainable agricultural standards. The certified farms were assessed for a variety of factors including: sustainable production, ecosystem management and protection, resource conservation, fair labor protection, and community engagement.

All of the certified Sustainably Grown product supplied to Sanderson Farms’ Kinston and St. Pauls locations will be grown, harvested and produced locally from the AGgrow Tech’s Seven Springs, N.C., supply center. This agreement not only benefits Sanderson Farms and AGgrow Tech but will also add local jobs in the transportation and manufacturing sectors.

About AGgrow Tech

AGgrow Tech is headquartered in Greensboro, N.C., with production in North Carolina, Georgia, Mississippi, Maryland, Oklahoma, Iowa and Wisconsin. AGgrow Tech is a leader in renewable agriculture technologies, and is committed to connecting fields of biomass to various markets. The company’s proprietary establishment technologies and novel business model enables farmers, landowners and customers to realize the value of biomass crops.

About Sanderson Farms

Sanderson Farms®, Inc., founded in 1947, is engaged in the production, processing, marketing and distribution of fresh and frozen chicken and other prepared food items. Employing more than 14,000 employees in operations spanning five states and 13 different cities, Sanderson Farms is the third largest poultry producer in the United States. As a company, Sanderson Farms is committed to adopting a fresh approach in everything that we do. Not only where products are concerned, but companywide as well. Though the company has grown in size, it still adheres to the same hometown values of honesty, integrity and innovation that were established when the Sanderson family founded the company back in 1947.

About SCS Global Services

SCS Global Services (SCS) has provided global leadership in third-party quality, environmental and sustainability verification, certification, auditing, testing, and standards development for more than three decades. Its programs span a wide cross-section of industries, recognizing achievements in green building, product manufacturing, food and agriculture, forestry, and more. Consistent with its mission, SCS is a chartered benefit corporation, reflecting its commitment to socially and environmentally responsible business practices.


Freedom® Giant Miscanthus is a licensed trademark of Mississippi State University and exclusively licensed to AGgrow Tech, LLC.