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I N T E L L I G E N T
S O L U T I O N S F O R A M O R E
S U S T A I N A B L E
A N D
P R O F I T A B L E
A G R I C U L T U R E
A G R I T E C H
F E B R U A R Y 2 0 1 6 V E R D E P O T A S H . C O M T S X : N P K
This presentation contains certain forward-looking information, which includes but is not limited to, statements with respect to the Company’s
strategy, the commercial production of TK47, design and building of a proprietary manufacturing facility, receipt of environmental permits, and the
generation of cash flow from Phase 1. Forward-looking information involves known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may
cause actual results, performance or achievements of the Company to differ materially from the forward-looking information. Material risk factors
that could cause actual results to differ materially from such forward-looking information include, but are not limited to, the failure to obtain
necessary regulatory approvals, risks associated with the mining industry in general (e.g., operational risks in development, exploration and
production; delays or changes in plans with respect to exploration or development projects or capital expenditures; the uncertainty of estimates
and projections relating to production, costs and expenses, and health, safety and environmental risks), commodity price, demand for TK47 in
Brazil, exchange rate fluctuations and other risk factors set out in the Company’s most recently filed Annual Information Form under the heading
“Risk Factors”. Currently, TK47 is not commercially produced or sold in Brazil. As a consequence, there is no current market for this product. Should
commercial demand for TK47 fail to develop, the Company’s business model may not be appropriate. Accordingly, readers should not place undue
reliance on such forward-looking information. Material factors or assumptions used to develop such forward-looking information include, but are
not limited to, the demand for TK47 in Brazil, the ability to secure necessary environmental and mining permits, the ability to secure financing, and
other assumptions set out in the Company’s current technical report. The Company does not currently intend to update forward-looking
information in this news release except where required by law.
Total resources include all categories unless otherwise stated. The grades detailed in this presentation are conceptual in nature. There has been
insufficient exploration to define a mineral reserve. Should the company engage in further exploration, it is uncertain that it will result in the targets
being delineated as a mineral reserve. Readers are cautioned not to rely solely on the summary of such information contained in this presentation
and are directed to complete information posted on Verde’s website (www.verdepotash.com) and filed on SEDAR (www.sedar.com) and any future
amendments to such. Readers are also directed to the cautionary notices and disclaimers contained herein. Potential investors should conduct
their own investigations as to the suitability of investing in securities of Verde Potash Plc.
All currencies are in Canadian dollars unless otherwise stated.
2
D i s c l a i m e r
How we began
I n t h e r i g h t p l a c e
•  Agribusiness accounts for 33% of Brazil’s GDP, 42% of exports, and 37% of employment1
•  By 2050, the world population is expected to reach 9.3 billion; food production will have to increase by 50%, and
Brazil could account for about 40% of the global additional food demand2
•  Brazil is the world’s leading producer of sugarcane, soybeans, coffee, chicken, and oranges, and a major
producer of other commodities such as tobacco, beef and corn3
4
1Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock and Food Supply
2PwC Agribusiness research; UN
3Commodity HQ, June 2015
world: food, feed, fuel and fiber
Brazil’s important contribution to global agribusiness
is unquestionable. It is the world’s largest producer and
exporter of coffee, sugar, and orange juice, and is highly
ranked in the production and export of soybean, corn,
ethanol, pork, beef, and poultry chicken, as indicated by the
table below. The results harvested today have their roots in
colonial times. Today, agribusiness represents 22% of Brazil’s
GDP, 1/3 of all employment and almost 40% of exports.
However, agriculture and livestock have always made up an
important share of the country’s wealth.
Table 1: Main agribusiness value chains
2012/13
Harverst
Participation in world/
production (%)
Participation in world/
market (%)
Soybean 31 38
Corn 9 22
Coffee 34 26
Sugar 22 45
Ethanol 21 -
Orange Juice 57 81
2012 Year
Participation in world/
production (%)
Participation in world/
market (%)
Beef 16 19
Pork 3 9
Poultry 15 35
1
2 2
1
3
4
4
4
1
1
1
3
3
1
1
1 1
2
2
1 1
Source: USDA (2013). Adapted by PwC Agribusiness Research & Knowledge Center.
Brazil’s postion in world ranking
Brazil’s main agribusiness value chains
Source: USDA (2013); PwC Agribusiness research
T r y i n g t o s o l v e a l o c a l p r o b l e m w i t h g l o b a l c o n s e q u e n c e s
•  Fertilizers used in Brazil were not developed for tropical agriculture
•  As a result, a lot of it is wasted by leaching (Potash and Nitrogen) or becomes unavailable in the soil (Phosphate)
•  To make matters worse, Brazil needs to import more than 95% of the Potash it consumes and more than 50% of
Phosphate
•  Fertilizers contributed approximately $8.4B, to Brazil’s trade deficit1
•  Brazil’s currency has plummeted 22% against the U.S. dollar in the last quarter and almost 40% in a year2
5
1(United Nations , Comtrade
2 Reuters, October 2015
USD per 1 BRL (Jan – Dec 2015)
W e a c q u i r e d a u n i q u e m i n e r a l a s s e t t o d e v e l o p a
f e r t i l i z e r p r o d u c t
	
  
•  Large source of high grade glauconite; a rare potassium mineral found at surface
•  Located in the heartland of Brazilian agriculture, in Minas Gerais State
6
Mineral Resources
(7.5% K2O cut-off grade)
Tonnage (Mt) Avg. K2O Grade
Total Measured 83 10.1%
Total Indicated 1,388 9.2%
Total Inferred 1,849 8.6%
Source: NI 43-101 Pre-Feasibility Study (PFS), published in Mar/14
The PFS was prepared by AMEC plc, Andes Mining Services Ltd. and NCL IngenierĂ­a y ConstrucciĂłn SpA
I n v e s t e d i n t e c h n o l o g i c a l d e v e l o p m e n t
•  Research aimed at developing a technology to convert glauconite into fertilizer
•  Evaluated different routes and products over 6 years
•  Established partnerships with leading research institutions and acclaimed scientists
7
What we achieved
T K 4 7 ÂŽ A n e w m a t e r i a l w i t h u n i q u e c a p a b i l i t i e s
9
Increased Sustainability
Soil Improvement
Crop Protection
Crop Nutrition
C r o p n u t r i t i o n
•  Provides a high concentration of nutrients in a single homogeneous grain:
Ø  potassium, calcium, magnesium, silicon, boron, iron, manganese, copper and zinc
•  Provides nutrients synchronously with the plants needs
•  No chloride or salt effect – in excess, both are damaging to plant development
1 0
Potassium Source Salinity Index (SI)
TK47ÂŽ 0.17
Sulfate of Potash and Magnesium 43
Sulfate of Potash 46
Nitrate of Potash 74
Potassium Salt 92
Potassium Chloride 116
* The SI is a measure of the salt concentration a fertilizer induces in the soil solution;
calculated on the basis of sodium nitrate (SI=100)
Salinity Index of Potassium Sources
C r o p p r o t e c t i o n
•  Activates plants defense mechanisms 	
  
•  Increases plants natural resistance to pests and diseases	
  
•  Increases plants resistance against abiotic stress: drought, heat, cold, light, salt, heavy metal toxicity	
  
1 1
2.3
2.0
3.2
4.5
4.2
3.9
5.4
7.1
6.6
7.3
8.5
9.7
11.6
12.2
0
2
4
6
8
10
12
14
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013
2014
billionUSD
Brazil’s crop protection market growth
Source: Andef, 2015
S o i l i m p r o v e m e n t
1 2
•  Unlocks phosphorus making it available for plant nutrition1
•  Increases the soil's ability to retain nutrients
•  Increases the soil’s capacity to retain water
Treatment
P
mg dmÂł
Control Group 11.81 b
TK47 103.75 a
Phosphorus availability: TK47 vs Control
1EPAMIG – efficiency of TK47 compared to control group in the development and yields of coffee crops, 2013.
I n c r e a s e d s u s t a i n a b i l i t y
•  Reduces phosphate runoff – a major cause of water pollution in North America
•  Eliminates chlorine from biomass – a major cause of ozone layer destruction
•  Replaces limestone usage - a major contributor to CO2 emissions
•  Reduces the need for pesticides and fungicides
•  Certified for use in organic agriculture
1 3
P a r t n e r s h i p s w i t h l e a d i n g a g r i c u l t u r e c o m p a n i e s
•  R&D + trials using TK47 on key crops in Brazil
•  ~40 partnerships with some of the world’s largest growers of:
Ø  Sugarcane, Eucalyptus, Oranges, Carrots, Coffee, Potatoes, Tobacco, Soybeans, Millet,
Corn
•  TK47 benefits farmers in 4 key areas:
Ø  Crop nutrition, crop protection, soil improvement and increased sustainability
•  Results show TK47 to be a superior product to other fertilizers
•  Allows farmers to improve their current management systems, saving costs while increasing
sustainability and profitability
1 4
Where we are going
1 6
A g r i - t e c h c o m p a n y c o m m i t t e d t o t e c h n o l o g i c a l
i n n o v a t i o n
MISSION
Promote a more sustainable and profitable agriculture, to help feed and nourish the world’s growing population,
through the development of innovative potassium fertilizers of high-agronomic efficiency
•  Founded by Brazilians in England, based in Belo Horizonte (MG) and listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange
(TSX), Canada since 2007. Since 2008 the Company has focused on the production of fertilizers – combining
knowledge of well renowned Brazilian soil scientists and plant pathologists, with cutting edge international
technological expertise notably from North America and the UK
1 7
H e l p i n g t o f e e d t h e w o r l d i n a s u s t a i n a b l e w a y
$467
$416
$509
$969
55
78
67
64
0
20
40
60
80
100
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4
Deal Volume and Amount by Quarter in 2014
Financing | $ Millions Deal Volume
•  Major global challenges include: rising population (~10 billion by 2050), development of emerging
economies, climate change and shortages of resources
•  Investment in agri-tech tries to address those challenges: Investment volumes > US$ 4 billion in 2015
Source: AgFunder, 2014
H e l p t h e B r a z i l i a n a g r i c u l t u r e s e c t o r
1 8
•  Brazil has serious problems with excessive pesticides usage, CO2 and chlorine emissions and poor efficiency of
fertilizers
•  Since 2008, Brazil has ranked first in the world for pesticide consumption
•  In 2011, Brazil spent approximately $8.5 billion on pesticide related chemicals. In the last ten years, world market
grew by 93%; Brazil grew by 190%1
1Reuters, April 2015 Source: Mongabay.com
How will we get there?
S c a l a b l e d e v e l o p m e n t
2 0
P H A S E 1
•  Initiate production by subcontracting industrial steps to local companies including mining operations
•  Use small existing industrial facilities on a contract basis
•  Expected to reduce upfront capital expenditure, fast track production and expedite cash flow
•  TK47 production capacity between 2,000-4,000 tons/month
•  Dependent on receipt of environmental license and agreement with local industrial subcontractors
S c a l a b l e d e v e l o p m e n t
2 1
P H A S E 2
•  Grow TK47 production by building a Greenfield facility
•  Production size is mainly dependent on capital as the nature of the deposit allows for scalability
•  Supports Verde’s growth plan – the Company is in discussions with more than 40 agriculture
partners
•  Agriculture partners include some of the world’s largest growers of key crops in Brazil
R e s p o n s i b l e p r o j e c t d e v e l o p m e n t
•  $4.3M in cash, no debt (at September 30, 2015).
•  Expected monthly burn rate: ~$100K (Q1-Q4 2016).
2 2
$1,063
$530
$645
$623
$418
$375
$297
$331
$185
$193
$191
$137
$100
$-
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
Q1
2013
Q2
2013
Q3
2013
Q4
2013
Q1
2014
Q2
2014
Q3
2014
Q4
2014
Q1
2015
Q2
2015
Q3
2015
E Q4
2015
E Q1-
Q4
2016
Quarterly, monthly cash burn rate
P r o t e c t i o n o f c a p i t a l s t r u c t u r e
•  Committed to minimizing dilution and avoiding equity holder loss
•  Tight share structure: 40,266, 431 shares fully diluted
2 3
$2.3M
$16M
$14.5M
$28.7M
0
2
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
Pre-IPO Nov-07 Jan-11 Mar-12
#ofShares(inmillions)
Equity Issuances (2006-Present)
D e d i c a t e d t e a m - m a n a g e m e n t
A G R I T E C H
2 4
Cristiano Veloso Founder, President, CEO & Director
15 years experience; founded the Company in 2006; Brazilian entrepreneur with past experience working with Banco do Brasil S/A
and CEMIG; Degree in Business Management (Escola Tecnica de Formacao Gerencial SEBRAE.), LL.B (UFMG), LL.M International
Business Law (UEA-UK).
Rafael Ivo VP Projects and Construction
17 years experience; Engineering manager with past experience working with Jaakko Poyry and Magnesita RefratĂĄrios SA; Degree in
Mechatronics Engineering (PUC-MG).
Rodolfo Silva VP Engineering Process Manager
19 years experience; Chemical engineer with past experience working with Usiminas S/A, Magnesita RefratĂĄrios S/A, Vilma Alimentos
and AMBEV; Degree in Chemical Engineering (UFMG) specializing in production engineering, MBA (FGV) and MBA in Finance (IBMEC).
Tim Slater Chief Financial Officer
Managing Director of Harmer Slater Chartered Accountants in the UK; has been involved in the preparation of all of the Company’s
financial statements and audit materials since 2007; acting Finance Director for a range of companies in the UK and Canada.
Iwona Khan VP Investor Relations & Corporate Secretary
10 years experience; Finance specialist with past experience working in public and private accounting; Degree in Finance and
Economics (Rotman School of Management, University of Toronto).
Rodrigo MacLeod Director of Sales
10 years experience; Agricultural engineer with past experience working with TIMAC Agro as the head of marketing in Minas Gerais
State, VetQuĂ­mica Comercial AgrĂ­cola LTDA in agribusiness marketing and sales, and EMBRAPA; Masters in Agronomy, Plant
Protection (UNESP) and MBA candidate (USP – 2016).
B o a r d o f D i r e c t o r s
A G R I T E C H
2 5
Alysson Paulinelli
Current president of the Brazilian Association  of Corn Producers; former Brazilian Minister of Agriculture, President of the
National Confederation of Agriculture, Secretary of Agriculture for Minas Gerais State; awarded the World Food Prize in
2006; established EMBRAPA and CPAC.
Getulio Fonseca
Former Deputy Minister of the Environment, General Director National Department of Power & Water Supply; Executive-
Secretary Industry & Commerce Ministry; Former Associate Secretary for the Minas Gerais State Industry, Commerce and
Tourism Secretariat and former Co-ordinator of the Economic Advisory Team to the Minas Gerais State Finance Secretariat.
Renato Gomes
Current President & CEO of Atlantica Mining, Director of the ABCI Institute (Brazilian International Trade Scholars); previous
legal experience working with the UN; Roschier Attorneys Ltd. and Georgetown University; lawyer and member of Brazilian
and Portuguese Bar Associations.
AntĂ´nio Schettino
Mining engineer with extensive experience in project development and construction; former operations director of iron ore,
nickel, limestone and coal mining operations in Brazil, Chile and Colombia; ex Director of Primary Products at Votorantim
Siderurgia and former Business Director of Votorantim's nickel unit.
A G R I T E C H
J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6
V E R D E P O T A S H . C O M
T S X : N P K

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Verde AgriTech February 2016

  • 1. I N T E L L I G E N T S O L U T I O N S F O R A M O R E S U S T A I N A B L E A N D P R O F I T A B L E A G R I C U L T U R E A G R I T E C H F E B R U A R Y 2 0 1 6 V E R D E P O T A S H . C O M T S X : N P K
  • 2. This presentation contains certain forward-looking information, which includes but is not limited to, statements with respect to the Company’s strategy, the commercial production of TK47, design and building of a proprietary manufacturing facility, receipt of environmental permits, and the generation of cash flow from Phase 1. Forward-looking information involves known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause actual results, performance or achievements of the Company to differ materially from the forward-looking information. Material risk factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from such forward-looking information include, but are not limited to, the failure to obtain necessary regulatory approvals, risks associated with the mining industry in general (e.g., operational risks in development, exploration and production; delays or changes in plans with respect to exploration or development projects or capital expenditures; the uncertainty of estimates and projections relating to production, costs and expenses, and health, safety and environmental risks), commodity price, demand for TK47 in Brazil, exchange rate fluctuations and other risk factors set out in the Company’s most recently filed Annual Information Form under the heading “Risk Factors”. Currently, TK47 is not commercially produced or sold in Brazil. As a consequence, there is no current market for this product. Should commercial demand for TK47 fail to develop, the Company’s business model may not be appropriate. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on such forward-looking information. Material factors or assumptions used to develop such forward-looking information include, but are not limited to, the demand for TK47 in Brazil, the ability to secure necessary environmental and mining permits, the ability to secure financing, and other assumptions set out in the Company’s current technical report. The Company does not currently intend to update forward-looking information in this news release except where required by law. Total resources include all categories unless otherwise stated. The grades detailed in this presentation are conceptual in nature. There has been insufficient exploration to define a mineral reserve. Should the company engage in further exploration, it is uncertain that it will result in the targets being delineated as a mineral reserve. Readers are cautioned not to rely solely on the summary of such information contained in this presentation and are directed to complete information posted on Verde’s website (www.verdepotash.com) and filed on SEDAR (www.sedar.com) and any future amendments to such. Readers are also directed to the cautionary notices and disclaimers contained herein. Potential investors should conduct their own investigations as to the suitability of investing in securities of Verde Potash Plc. All currencies are in Canadian dollars unless otherwise stated. 2 D i s c l a i m e r
  • 4. I n t h e r i g h t p l a c e •  Agribusiness accounts for 33% of Brazil’s GDP, 42% of exports, and 37% of employment1 •  By 2050, the world population is expected to reach 9.3 billion; food production will have to increase by 50%, and Brazil could account for about 40% of the global additional food demand2 •  Brazil is the world’s leading producer of sugarcane, soybeans, coffee, chicken, and oranges, and a major producer of other commodities such as tobacco, beef and corn3 4 1Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock and Food Supply 2PwC Agribusiness research; UN 3Commodity HQ, June 2015 world: food, feed, fuel and fiber Brazil’s important contribution to global agribusiness is unquestionable. It is the world’s largest producer and exporter of coffee, sugar, and orange juice, and is highly ranked in the production and export of soybean, corn, ethanol, pork, beef, and poultry chicken, as indicated by the table below. The results harvested today have their roots in colonial times. Today, agribusiness represents 22% of Brazil’s GDP, 1/3 of all employment and almost 40% of exports. However, agriculture and livestock have always made up an important share of the country’s wealth. Table 1: Main agribusiness value chains 2012/13 Harverst Participation in world/ production (%) Participation in world/ market (%) Soybean 31 38 Corn 9 22 Coffee 34 26 Sugar 22 45 Ethanol 21 - Orange Juice 57 81 2012 Year Participation in world/ production (%) Participation in world/ market (%) Beef 16 19 Pork 3 9 Poultry 15 35 1 2 2 1 3 4 4 4 1 1 1 3 3 1 1 1 1 2 2 1 1 Source: USDA (2013). Adapted by PwC Agribusiness Research & Knowledge Center. Brazil’s postion in world ranking Brazil’s main agribusiness value chains Source: USDA (2013); PwC Agribusiness research
  • 5. T r y i n g t o s o l v e a l o c a l p r o b l e m w i t h g l o b a l c o n s e q u e n c e s •  Fertilizers used in Brazil were not developed for tropical agriculture •  As a result, a lot of it is wasted by leaching (Potash and Nitrogen) or becomes unavailable in the soil (Phosphate) •  To make matters worse, Brazil needs to import more than 95% of the Potash it consumes and more than 50% of Phosphate •  Fertilizers contributed approximately $8.4B, to Brazil’s trade deficit1 •  Brazil’s currency has plummeted 22% against the U.S. dollar in the last quarter and almost 40% in a year2 5 1(United Nations , Comtrade 2 Reuters, October 2015 USD per 1 BRL (Jan – Dec 2015)
  • 6. W e a c q u i r e d a u n i q u e m i n e r a l a s s e t t o d e v e l o p a f e r t i l i z e r p r o d u c t   •  Large source of high grade glauconite; a rare potassium mineral found at surface •  Located in the heartland of Brazilian agriculture, in Minas Gerais State 6 Mineral Resources (7.5% K2O cut-off grade) Tonnage (Mt) Avg. K2O Grade Total Measured 83 10.1% Total Indicated 1,388 9.2% Total Inferred 1,849 8.6% Source: NI 43-101 Pre-Feasibility Study (PFS), published in Mar/14 The PFS was prepared by AMEC plc, Andes Mining Services Ltd. and NCL IngenierĂ­a y ConstrucciĂłn SpA
  • 7. I n v e s t e d i n t e c h n o l o g i c a l d e v e l o p m e n t •  Research aimed at developing a technology to convert glauconite into fertilizer •  Evaluated different routes and products over 6 years •  Established partnerships with leading research institutions and acclaimed scientists 7
  • 9. T K 4 7 ÂŽ A n e w m a t e r i a l w i t h u n i q u e c a p a b i l i t i e s 9 Increased Sustainability Soil Improvement Crop Protection Crop Nutrition
  • 10. C r o p n u t r i t i o n •  Provides a high concentration of nutrients in a single homogeneous grain: Ø  potassium, calcium, magnesium, silicon, boron, iron, manganese, copper and zinc •  Provides nutrients synchronously with the plants needs •  No chloride or salt effect – in excess, both are damaging to plant development 1 0 Potassium Source Salinity Index (SI) TK47ÂŽ 0.17 Sulfate of Potash and Magnesium 43 Sulfate of Potash 46 Nitrate of Potash 74 Potassium Salt 92 Potassium Chloride 116 * The SI is a measure of the salt concentration a fertilizer induces in the soil solution; calculated on the basis of sodium nitrate (SI=100) Salinity Index of Potassium Sources
  • 11. C r o p p r o t e c t i o n •  Activates plants defense mechanisms   •  Increases plants natural resistance to pests and diseases   •  Increases plants resistance against abiotic stress: drought, heat, cold, light, salt, heavy metal toxicity   1 1 2.3 2.0 3.2 4.5 4.2 3.9 5.4 7.1 6.6 7.3 8.5 9.7 11.6 12.2 0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 billionUSD Brazil’s crop protection market growth Source: Andef, 2015
  • 12. S o i l i m p r o v e m e n t 1 2 •  Unlocks phosphorus making it available for plant nutrition1 •  Increases the soil's ability to retain nutrients •  Increases the soil’s capacity to retain water Treatment P mg dmÂł Control Group 11.81 b TK47 103.75 a Phosphorus availability: TK47 vs Control 1EPAMIG – efficiency of TK47 compared to control group in the development and yields of coffee crops, 2013.
  • 13. I n c r e a s e d s u s t a i n a b i l i t y •  Reduces phosphate runoff – a major cause of water pollution in North America •  Eliminates chlorine from biomass – a major cause of ozone layer destruction •  Replaces limestone usage - a major contributor to CO2 emissions •  Reduces the need for pesticides and fungicides •  Certified for use in organic agriculture 1 3
  • 14. P a r t n e r s h i p s w i t h l e a d i n g a g r i c u l t u r e c o m p a n i e s •  R&D + trials using TK47 on key crops in Brazil •  ~40 partnerships with some of the world’s largest growers of: Ø  Sugarcane, Eucalyptus, Oranges, Carrots, Coffee, Potatoes, Tobacco, Soybeans, Millet, Corn •  TK47 benefits farmers in 4 key areas: Ø  Crop nutrition, crop protection, soil improvement and increased sustainability •  Results show TK47 to be a superior product to other fertilizers •  Allows farmers to improve their current management systems, saving costs while increasing sustainability and profitability 1 4
  • 15. Where we are going
  • 16. 1 6 A g r i - t e c h c o m p a n y c o m m i t t e d t o t e c h n o l o g i c a l i n n o v a t i o n MISSION Promote a more sustainable and profitable agriculture, to help feed and nourish the world’s growing population, through the development of innovative potassium fertilizers of high-agronomic efficiency •  Founded by Brazilians in England, based in Belo Horizonte (MG) and listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX), Canada since 2007. Since 2008 the Company has focused on the production of fertilizers – combining knowledge of well renowned Brazilian soil scientists and plant pathologists, with cutting edge international technological expertise notably from North America and the UK
  • 17. 1 7 H e l p i n g t o f e e d t h e w o r l d i n a s u s t a i n a b l e w a y $467 $416 $509 $969 55 78 67 64 0 20 40 60 80 100 $0 $200 $400 $600 $800 $1,000 $1,200 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Deal Volume and Amount by Quarter in 2014 Financing | $ Millions Deal Volume •  Major global challenges include: rising population (~10 billion by 2050), development of emerging economies, climate change and shortages of resources •  Investment in agri-tech tries to address those challenges: Investment volumes > US$ 4 billion in 2015 Source: AgFunder, 2014
  • 18. H e l p t h e B r a z i l i a n a g r i c u l t u r e s e c t o r 1 8 •  Brazil has serious problems with excessive pesticides usage, CO2 and chlorine emissions and poor efficiency of fertilizers •  Since 2008, Brazil has ranked first in the world for pesticide consumption •  In 2011, Brazil spent approximately $8.5 billion on pesticide related chemicals. In the last ten years, world market grew by 93%; Brazil grew by 190%1 1Reuters, April 2015 Source: Mongabay.com
  • 19. How will we get there?
  • 20. S c a l a b l e d e v e l o p m e n t 2 0 P H A S E 1 •  Initiate production by subcontracting industrial steps to local companies including mining operations •  Use small existing industrial facilities on a contract basis •  Expected to reduce upfront capital expenditure, fast track production and expedite cash flow •  TK47 production capacity between 2,000-4,000 tons/month •  Dependent on receipt of environmental license and agreement with local industrial subcontractors
  • 21. S c a l a b l e d e v e l o p m e n t 2 1 P H A S E 2 •  Grow TK47 production by building a Greenfield facility •  Production size is mainly dependent on capital as the nature of the deposit allows for scalability •  Supports Verde’s growth plan – the Company is in discussions with more than 40 agriculture partners •  Agriculture partners include some of the world’s largest growers of key crops in Brazil
  • 22. R e s p o n s i b l e p r o j e c t d e v e l o p m e n t •  $4.3M in cash, no debt (at September 30, 2015). •  Expected monthly burn rate: ~$100K (Q1-Q4 2016). 2 2 $1,063 $530 $645 $623 $418 $375 $297 $331 $185 $193 $191 $137 $100 $- $200 $400 $600 $800 $1,000 $1,200 Q1 2013 Q2 2013 Q3 2013 Q4 2013 Q1 2014 Q2 2014 Q3 2014 Q4 2014 Q1 2015 Q2 2015 Q3 2015 E Q4 2015 E Q1- Q4 2016 Quarterly, monthly cash burn rate
  • 23. P r o t e c t i o n o f c a p i t a l s t r u c t u r e •  Committed to minimizing dilution and avoiding equity holder loss •  Tight share structure: 40,266, 431 shares fully diluted 2 3 $2.3M $16M $14.5M $28.7M 0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 Pre-IPO Nov-07 Jan-11 Mar-12 #ofShares(inmillions) Equity Issuances (2006-Present)
  • 24. D e d i c a t e d t e a m - m a n a g e m e n t A G R I T E C H 2 4 Cristiano Veloso Founder, President, CEO & Director 15 years experience; founded the Company in 2006; Brazilian entrepreneur with past experience working with Banco do Brasil S/A and CEMIG; Degree in Business Management (Escola Tecnica de Formacao Gerencial SEBRAE.), LL.B (UFMG), LL.M International Business Law (UEA-UK). Rafael Ivo VP Projects and Construction 17 years experience; Engineering manager with past experience working with Jaakko Poyry and Magnesita RefratĂĄrios SA; Degree in Mechatronics Engineering (PUC-MG). Rodolfo Silva VP Engineering Process Manager 19 years experience; Chemical engineer with past experience working with Usiminas S/A, Magnesita RefratĂĄrios S/A, Vilma Alimentos and AMBEV; Degree in Chemical Engineering (UFMG) specializing in production engineering, MBA (FGV) and MBA in Finance (IBMEC). Tim Slater Chief Financial Officer Managing Director of Harmer Slater Chartered Accountants in the UK; has been involved in the preparation of all of the Company’s financial statements and audit materials since 2007; acting Finance Director for a range of companies in the UK and Canada. Iwona Khan VP Investor Relations & Corporate Secretary 10 years experience; Finance specialist with past experience working in public and private accounting; Degree in Finance and Economics (Rotman School of Management, University of Toronto). Rodrigo MacLeod Director of Sales 10 years experience; Agricultural engineer with past experience working with TIMAC Agro as the head of marketing in Minas Gerais State, VetQuĂ­mica Comercial AgrĂ­cola LTDA in agribusiness marketing and sales, and EMBRAPA; Masters in Agronomy, Plant Protection (UNESP) and MBA candidate (USP – 2016).
  • 25. B o a r d o f D i r e c t o r s A G R I T E C H 2 5 Alysson Paulinelli Current president of the Brazilian Association  of Corn Producers; former Brazilian Minister of Agriculture, President of the National Confederation of Agriculture, Secretary of Agriculture for Minas Gerais State; awarded the World Food Prize in 2006; established EMBRAPA and CPAC. Getulio Fonseca Former Deputy Minister of the Environment, General Director National Department of Power & Water Supply; Executive- Secretary Industry & Commerce Ministry; Former Associate Secretary for the Minas Gerais State Industry, Commerce and Tourism Secretariat and former Co-ordinator of the Economic Advisory Team to the Minas Gerais State Finance Secretariat. Renato Gomes Current President & CEO of Atlantica Mining, Director of the ABCI Institute (Brazilian International Trade Scholars); previous legal experience working with the UN; Roschier Attorneys Ltd. and Georgetown University; lawyer and member of Brazilian and Portuguese Bar Associations. AntĂ´nio Schettino Mining engineer with extensive experience in project development and construction; former operations director of iron ore, nickel, limestone and coal mining operations in Brazil, Chile and Colombia; ex Director of Primary Products at Votorantim Siderurgia and former Business Director of Votorantim's nickel unit.
  • 26. A G R I T E C H J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 V E R D E P O T A S H . C O M T S X : N P K