Stimulate | Boost | Reduce | Promote

Gantec Turf

Turf Care System

This presentation is best viewed in PowerPoint 2010 or higher. To download the free viewer click here

©GantecTurf, 2012 all rights reserved

Enhancing Your Turf

Using the 100% natural Gantec Turf Care System

Stimulate Root Development

Boost Vitality and Resistance

Reduce Inputs and Costs

Promote Sustainability

Vitality

How does a plant thrive in the Desert?

While most trees, plants and life do anything but thrive in harsh environments like deserts, there are a few extremophilic species that have adapted to survive.

West African Neem Tree

• Known by most locals only as great shade trees in the middle of the desert

• The Neem Tree possesses at least 100 unique bio-actives in its immune system that help the Neem resist:

• Heat• Drought• Cold• Pests• Fungus• And much more

• Part of the secret is below ground, in the roots, where the Neem’s powerful vascular system has adapted to absorb scarce nutrients and water

The Rediscovery of Neem

• The Neem tree was rediscovered in 1959, when Dr. Heinrich Schmutterer, a young German scientist trained in entomology and plant pathology, worked in Sudan during a locust invasion.

• After the swarm, all the trees had been stripped bare by the locusts, except one tree which he discovered was a Neem.

• On closer investigation it was concluded that the locusts did indeed land on Neem trees, but they always left without feeding. Since this discovery, there has been worldwide scientific interest in Neem and intense research into its many properties.

The Gantec Inc.,™ Technology

• Developed by Chief Biological scientist, Dr. Joe Affholter, our core technology is called Bioadaptive Supplementation

• The principle is to borrow the “essence” from extremophilic plants found in extreme environments, like the Neem Tree, and transfer the rich natural ingredients to plants cultivated professionally.

• Our technology employs unique life science insights and sophisticated, biocompatible extraction and formulation methods to maximize the benefits, quality and usability of our products.

Turf Care Benefits

Applying these extremophilic bioactives found in Gantec™ highly concentrated biochemistry to turf has resulted in:

1. Increased root length and absorption capacity

2. Augmented turf vitality and stress resistance

3. Reduced need for synthetic fungicides, fertilizers and pesticides

4. Improved reputation of environmental sustainability

Lets take a look at each benefit

Stimulate Root Development

Increased root length and absorption capacity

Stim

ula

te R

oo

t D

eve

lop

me

nt

Significant Root GrowthNaturally stronger turf with deeper roots is able to do more with less while resisting stress.

• Activating root system growth and exciting nutrient uptake, in both favorable and stressful conditions, enables sustainable, strong, and natural turf.

• Stimulates root absorption and vascular flow of both water and nutrients

• Measurably deeper penetration of soil in weeks

• Denser roots naturally discourage weed growth

• Improved absorption rate and capacity reduces the total need for inputs (water and fertilizer) and increases stress resilience

Root and Plant Development

• Logically, root growth and function is often directly proportional to plant vitality

Sandy Ridge | Example Field Trial

“What we are seeing is a fertilizer that strengthens the root system of the plant and enables the greens to be thicker, firmer, and generally more resilient to heat and stress”,

“By this time last year we had trouble maintaining exceptional greens quality due to the inability to build up a root structure that allows the turf to hold up during drought and heat.”

Ray KleinbrielSandy Ridge Golf Course's Superintendent

This year, Ray agrees that the course conditions have been better than ever. The local sports section recently noted that the greens at Sandy Ridge had a strong ability to stay green in this summer’s 90 and 100 degree weather.

Bay City Country Club

Bay City Country Club

Another example of root growth can be seen by Bay City Country Club.

After a short period of time, the Gantec treated trial area saw greater than an estimated 28% increase in root length as well as noticeable improvements in strength and density.

Boost Vitality and Resistances

Augmented turf vitality and stress resistance

Bo

ost

Vit

alit

y an

d R

esi

stan

ces

Bioadaptive SupplementationProvides essential bio-active rich nutrition to the turf that boost vitality resulting in a strengthened natural resistance to stress

• Designed for systemic absorption of extremophilic bio-actives

• Results in greener foliage, fuller growth, and increased plant vigor

• Slowly releasing plant-based nutrients

• We have developed an extraction process using all natural and gentle processing technology to provide a broader spectrum of biologically active materials. Our process brings out both the hydrophobic and hydrophyllic components of the extremophilic bio-actives.

• Our proprietary formula contains over 70 diverse extracts of the resilient West African Neem tree

Key Benefits

• Slow release formula, floods turf with essential nutrients and plant “vitamins” over time

• Systemic absorption of bio-actives increases lasting effectiveness

Due to the harsh nature of the environments in West Africa, the concentration of the bio-actives have been identified by the German Organization for Technical Cooperation (GTZ) to be the highest in the world

We have identified trees in Senegal with 75% greater potential of key bio-actives than the trees found in India (the primary source of Neem extracts). Our natural processing technology results in a greater concentrated yield of bioactives, which in turn, remain stable for years longer than our competitors.

Identified as the Highest Potency in the World

West African Neem Tree’s

Bio-Actives

100% Natural Plant Based Nutrition

Natural Ingredients

• Meliaceae (Neem)• Citrus • Soybean meal• Seaweed• Alfalfa meal• Corn gluten meal• Cotton seed meal• With extracts of Peanut

Important bioactives:

• Nimbin• Nimbidin• Nimbidol• Sodium • Gedunin• Quercetin• Azadirachtin• Meliantriol• Salannin• Triterpeniod• Deacetylazadirachtinol

Sandy Ridge Green

Sandy Ridge

This is an image of one of Sandy Ridge’s previously struggling greens which, after application of the Gantec system, is now vibrant, strong and green.

Systemic absorption of bio-active rich Gantec fertilizer greatly supplements natural resistances to stresses like drought, heat, pests, and fungus.

Cut Synthetics Inputs and Costs

Reduced need for synthetic fungicides, fertilizers and pesticides

Cu

t Sy

nth

etic

s In

pu

ts a

nd

Co

sts Not all synthetics are harmful

But, the reduction of unnecessary fertilizers, fungicides, and pesticides can save costs, and protect the environment.

• Gantec natural fertilizers and plant supplements have the potential to reduce other preventative and reactive inputs

• The reduction in other inputs results in significant costs savings through decreasing the amount of product, labor, and water necessary to maintain quality

• Gantec, does not replace existing inputs, but naturally supplements them and boosts their effectiveness

• While our solid fertilizer does contain Nitrogen, our system is not designed to be your primary source of nitrogen.

Chemical Input Savings

• By adding the Gantec System to your program you no longer need the same quantities of your other inputs

• We recommend that you take all of your current fertilizer, fungicide, and pesticide inputs and cut them in half

• On average, this reduction in current inputs and addition of the Gantec input has resulted in a 15-25% net monthly savings for our golf courses

Water Savings

• Increased root length and absorption requires less water

• Decreased waste of water directly effects the bottom line of your budget

“Not only was the liquid material easy to use, it is all natural, and the result was as good as what we achieve with traditional synthetic inputs. Using the GANTEC materials, we can work toward more environmentally friendly golf course management techniques, demonstrate fiscal responsibility to our members, and deliver the sustainably resilient, beautiful courses and grounds we are known for,”

~Glen Brancheau, Garland’s Director of Grounds.

4 Promote Sustainability

Improved reputation of environmental sustainability

Pro

mo

te S

ust

ain

abili

tyBuild a reputation of SustainabilityProvide your course with opportunities for positive PR with the potential of attracting new members

• Keep your management practices, and that of your course on the cutting edge of the industry – what some believe to be the future solution to the current decline

• The Golf Industry is negatively viewed by many environmentally-conscious consumers

• Few courses have found sustainable and affordable means of reducing their chemical and carbon footprint giving you a unique advantage

The Benefits of a Sustainable Course

“Sustainable golf courses should require less water, less chemicals and less intensive maintenance. Sustainable golf courses should also cost less to maintain, so it should be less expensive to operate and lower the cost of green fees.”

~ David Hueber former VP of the PGA Tour

and President and CEO of the National Golf Foundation

Three Principles of Golf Course Sustainability:

• Environment - Sustainable golf courses strive to be one with nature and cause no lasting environmental harm, which includes taking no more from nature than what is needed and that can be replenished, and by fostering biodiversity and supporting wildlife habitat with golf course maintenance “best practices” that minimize the use of irrigation, fertilizers, pesticides and other chemicals.

• Economic - Sustainable golf courses are economically viable enterprises that meet the needs of its customers and provide a golfing experience that is affordable and enjoyable for the average golfer.

• Social - Sustainable golf courses contribute to the social well-being of a community by preserving and protecting environmentally sensitive green spaces, generating economic activity, and providing recreational amenities that enhance the quality of life in a community. Taken from Mr. Hueber article for the Journal of Sustainable Real Estate

Regulatory Pressure

• “There will be increasing financial and regulatory pressures on golf courses' use of water, especially in high-population desert areas where shortages are acute” John Barton, Golf Digest

• According to Dr. Hueber, “The real estate developers’ business model for developing difficult and expensive golf courses required a financial subsidy that is no longer available in today’s economic environment. It is likely that there will be increasing pressure on golf courses to cut costs, particularly, golf course maintenance costs because this is the highest expense category for all golf courses”

• USGBC has announced the creation of the “LEED for Neighborhood Development Communities,” which will have direct applications to golf related master planned communities.

PR Opportunities

Superintendents making headlines for their sustainability efforts:

• Mike Hurdzan, Widow's Walk

• Jeff Carlson, the Vineyard

• Dean Piller, 2010 CGSA Superintendent of the Year

Green Certification Opportunities for your golf course

• Golf Environment Organization (GEO)

• Department of Environmental Management

• Audubon International

PR Opportunities | Example

For instance, Sandy Ridge Golf Course superintendent Ray Kleinbriel, left and course owner Ed Clark are seen standing on the 17th green on the front page of the sports section of the Midland Daily News on August 3rd, 2012

Improve the Safety of your course

• Our natural products are intended for use as specialty fertilizers and should pose no health concerns through normal use. – Helps keep you and your personnel safe– Protects your members and neighbors– Reduces the negative impact on the ecosystem of

your course (plus issues of runoff)

• The FDA has designated Neem oil as GRAS, or Generally Recognized as Safe.

• “The EPA has examined the acute mammalian toxicology data related to human health submitted for clarified hydrophobic extract of Neem oil. The mammalian toxicology data for clarified hydrophobic extract of Neem oil indicate low acute toxicity following all routes of exposure… Consequently, at levels used on plants, human exposure is expected to be negligible and acute toxicity from such exposure is not expected.”

~EPA Toxicology Assessment

“We are extremely happy with the results of our golf course turf quality in those areas we tested. By expanding our partnership with Gantec next season, we’re hopeful that we can achieve acceptable turf health by using more of their natural products and reducing the amount of synthetics around our 3,000-acre property.”

~ Glen Brancheau, Garland’s Director of Grounds.

Turf Care Trial1. Designate multiple or single

greens, tees, and/or fairways for a trial area

2. Reduce your current chemical inputs – Reduce all fertilizers, pesticides and

fungicides in the trial area by 50%.

3. Add the GantecPro solid fertilizer – Add either all at once at the initiation

of the trial or spaced out every month. Depending on your preference.

4. Add the GantecTurf liquid – every 3-4 weeks or twice a month

combined with your current spraying routine

5. Designate a comparable control area where you should continue using 100% of your current chemical inputs

Gantec is currently working with over 20 innovative superintendents to reduce synthetic inputs and enhance turf vitality.

Gantec is offering a select number of courses a special trial price to test small portions of your course while receiving the discounts as if you were buying in large quantities.

Liquid extract derived primarily from the unique bio-actives found in the extremely resilient West African Neem Tree (Meliaceae).

Product Specs:• 87% Meliaceae sp. and Citrus

• 13% other natural ingredients

GantecTurf Emulsifiable Concentrate should be combined with the GantecPro™ granular solid for best results

AN INNOVATIVE, EASY TO USE, SUPER-CONCENTRATED, ALL NATURAL SPECIALTY FERTILIZER. COSTS LESS FOR EQUAL OR BETTER RESULTS

GantecTurfEmulsifiable Concentrate

• Greatly boosts turf vigor and stress resistance

• Highly concentrated (mix one ounce with 10 gallons of water)

• Reduces other chemistry inputs by 50% or more

• Promotes stronger, thicker and longer root development

• Stimulates root absorption of water and nutrients

• Designed for systemic absorption of extremophilic bio-actives

• Highly emulsifiable in water, easy to apply• Multi-pathway activity• 100% natural plant-based material• No compost or animal byproducts• Low toxicity• Stable for 3-5 years• Easy storage – (do not store in direct sunlight

or extreme heats)

Granular solid fertilizer (6-1-2) is comprised of natural plant-based material, including Meliaceae. The blend of plant-based extracts delivers a unique spectrum of bio-actives, resulting in increased root development, vigor, and growth.

Guaranteed Analysis • Total Nitrogen (N)…................6%

– 1% Water Soluble Nitrogen– 5% Water Insoluble Nitrogen

• Available Phosphate (P2O5..….1%• Soluble Potash (K2O)………...…..2%

Product Ingredients:• Soybean meal• Seaweed• Alfalfa meal• Corn gluten meal• Cotton seed meal• With extracts of Meliaceae, Citrus and Peanut

SUPER-CONCENTRATED GRANULAR SOLID NATURAL FERTILZER. COSTS LESS FOR EQUAL OR BETTER RESULTS

GantecProGranular Solid Fertilizer

• Greatly boosts turf vigor and stress resistance

• Improves soil composition• Slow release formula only requires

application every 3-6 months• Contains essential nutrients and vital organic

matter• Highly concentrated blend results in easy

storage • 100% natural plant-based• Low toxicity• Reduces other current chemistry inputs by

50% or more• Promotes stronger and longer root

development• No compost or animal byproducts• Multi-pathway activity

Estimated Trial Costs

Months of coverage: 1 month 3 months 6 months

Average Green :(6,500 sq ft)

$67.15 $201.45 $401.89

Greens and tees: (per 1,000 sq ft)

$10.33 $31.00 $62.00

Fairway: (per acre)

$75.00 $225.00 $450.00

Trial cost includes GantecTurf liquid concentrate and GantecPro solid fertilizer All trial courses receive a custom application rate schedule tailored to their specific needs.

Discounted Trial Costs allow for low risk quantities at larger margin discountsFuture bulk orders may be eligible for additional discounts.

After years of university, lab and commercial testing for agriculture, GANTEC completed its first turf specific University study at Michigan State University in early 2012 conducted by Dr. Joseph Vargas.

Dr. Vargas has over 45 years as a turf care specialist and is the recipient of the prestigious USGA Green Section Award. He has also authored three books on turf care as well as over 300 articles.

Dr. Vargas found that the cost effective and natural Gantec program produced just as good results or better than its synthetic peers.

Backed by Years of University Trials

These universities are just examples of our university trials, none of the universities listed here endorse the Gantec Products in any way

Ou

r En

gin

ee

rsOur EngineersWith over 70 years of combined chemical engineering experience

Our head engineering team ensures that our final products are implementing the most advanced extraction techniques and are thoroughly tested for consistency, efficacy, purity and ease-of-use.

• Dr. Affholter is a world class biologist who specializes in identifying and extracting extremophilic plant bioactives.

• Dr. Robbins is an expert chemical engineer extraction expert who sits on the National Academy of Engineers.

• Ric Olson was formerly Dow Chemical’s representative on President Clinton’s Council on Sustainable Development, and the World Business Council on Sustainable Development.

Gantec | Values

• Our products always employ renewable resources.

• Our harvesting practices do not harm trees or the surrounding environment.

• Our products help growers develop increasingly earth-friendly practices.

• Our products reduce the need for large quantities of synthetic fertilizers, pesticides and fungicides

Gantec | Values

• Our products create new lasting jobs within an African country that has a 48% unemployment rate and 54% of its people living below the poverty line

• We believe that each person involved in our supply chain should be fairly compensated for his/her contributions to the whole.

• Gantec’s desire is to creatively generate sustainable employment wherever we are working, which will help raise the standard of living, reduce poverty and increase self-sufficiency for families and individuals.

Gantec | Values

• We seek to improve our products and our process, to continually deliver the best possible value for our suppliers, partners, and customers.

Gantec | Values

• Our award-winning team of scientists, biochemists, and other experts is second to none. They ensure that Gantec’s final products are thoroughly tested for consistency, efficacy, purity and ease-of-use.

• Gantec products are field tested by experts in various sectors, including greenhouse plants and vegetables, golf courses, orchards, vineyards, gardens and other

Not only does the GantecTurf Fertilizer System stimulate root growth and provide bio-active rich nutrition to the turf, but it’s material has also been shown to cut input costs, and significantly improve environmental sustainability. Other benefits are currently being tested.

The Gantec Fertilizer System

For order inquires, contact: Direct Line: (714) 235-6770 Scott Steele

Email: orders@gantecturf.com

Website: www.GantecTurf.com

Gantec Turf

Turf Care System

©GantecTurf, 2012 all rights reserved

Works Cited

• www.gantecinc.com• The Ohio State University, Michigan State University, and Saginaw Valley State University Studies available upon request • Slide 6: http://ajaybio.in/prodagroneem.htm• Slide 6: http://www.healthywaymagazine.com/issue33/11_.html• Slide 18: https://wiki.uwc.edu/index.php/The_Neem_Tree• Slide 18: National Academy pg 31-33• Slide 27: http://www.educationcompass.com/does-the-future-of-the-golf-industry-lie-in-green-golf-courses• Slide 28: http://www.costar.com/josre/pdfs/JOSREMay2010SustainableGolfCourses.pdf• Slide 29: http://www.golfdigest.com/magazine/2008-05/environment_intro• Slide 30: http://www.golfdigest.com/magazine/2008-05/environment_profiles• Slide 30: http://www.deerfieldgolfclub.com/Audubon• Slide 30: http://www.dem.ri.gov/• Slide 30: http://articles.latimes.com/1997/dec/14/local/me-64070• Slide 30: http://turfhugger.blogspot.com/• Slide 30: http://www.superintendentmagazine.com/article-5312.aspx• Slide 30: http://www.golfdigest.com/magazine/2008-05/environment_carlson• Slide 30: http://www.nytimes.com/2010/08/17/sports/golf/17vineyard.html?pagewanted=all• Slide 30: http://www.bcgolfnews.com/2010/02/dean-piller---cgsa-environmental-award-winner• Slide 30: http://www.golfbusinessnews.com/news/people/michael-hurdzan-to-receive-donald-ross-award/• Slide 30: http://www.travelgolf.com/departments/clubhouse/interviews/michael-hurdzon.htm• Slide 31: http://www.ourmidland.com/sports/article_f8480ea3-b684-5f9a-8bea-8fecbe59e121.html?mode=image&photo=1• Slide 32: http://www.epa.gov/fedrgstr/EPA-PEST/1995/December/Day-13/pr-494.html• Slide 36: https://www.usga.org/Content.aspx?id=24134

Direct Line: (949) 244-3264 | Email: info@gantecturf.com | Fax: (714) 708-2099

www.GantecTurf.com

©GantecTurf, 2012 all rights reserved