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Desert Control’s Soil and Water Conservation Technology Selected for the United Nations World Food Programme’s Innovation Accelerator to Enhance Food Security

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SANDNES, Norway, Dec. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Desert Control AS (“DSRT” or “the Company”), a leader in soil and water conservation technology, has been selected to join the United Nations World Food Programme’s (WFP) Innovation Accelerator SPRINT Programme. Our participation in this programme aims to pilot the innovative Liquid Natural Clay (LNC) technology in Iraq, focusing on sustainable food production and efficient water resource management.

Funded by a grant from the WFP Innovation Accelerator, the six-month pilot will be executed in collaboration with Desert Control’s regional partner, Soyl (formerly named Mawarid Desert Control, part of Abu Dhabi-based Mawarid Holding), and the WFP Iraq Country Office. The project will target the enablement of agricultural cultivation under harsh desert conditions at a site managed by the Iraqi Ministry of Agriculture’s Department of Forestry and Combating Desertification. The initiative aims to demonstrate LNC’s capacity to improve soil health, reduce water consumption, and convert low-value agricultural land into fertile areas suitable for high-value crops.

Iraq has been grappling with environmental challenges such as drought, desertification, and water scarcity, which jeopardize food production and community livelihoods,” said Ole Kristian Sivertsen, CEO of Desert Control. “Being part of the WFP Innovation Accelerator Programme enables us to develop a blueprint for drought response and resilience, utilizing our innovation to transform degraded land into fertile soil. By enhancing agricultural productivity under water-limited conditions, we empower communities to manage their resources sustainably and contribute to global food security.”

The WFP Innovation Accelerator, established in 2015, supports bold and transformative solutions to address food insecurity. Its SPRINT Programme (Sustainable Product Innovation & Technology) offers seed funding, hands-on project management, and access to WFP’s expert networks. Desert Control’s involvement aligns with WFP’s mission to eradicate hunger and achieve Sustainable Development Goal 2 (Zero Hunger).

“By leveraging innovative solutions like Liquid Natural Clay, we aim to tackle the root causes of food insecurity while building resilience in regions most affected by climate change and resource scarcity,” said Bernhard Kowatsch, Head of the WFP Innovation Accelerator. “We look forward to Desert Control and Soyl joining our programme to explore the potential of this technology to unlock sustainable food production.”

Kashif Shamsi, Group CEO of Mawarid Holding, parent company of Soyl, expressed: “As a group deeply committed to the conservation of natural resources, we are honored to work with Desert Control and WFP as the implementation partner for this groundbreaking initiative. This innovation programme holds immense potential to create lasting impact, transforming how communities in arid regions can sustainably cultivate their lands and achieve food security, which can become a global blueprint for solutions to end hunger.”

The project plans to demonstrate the innovation’s impact on agricultural crops, including olive trees, pistachio, and windbreak varieties in sandy soils, with performance monitored against designated control areas. Success metrics encompass reduced water usage, improved tree survival rates, and observable plant and ecosystem health enhancements.

“Through participating in this  programme, we aim to demonstrate how marginal land and sandy soils can be transformed into productive agricultural land, contributing to food security and sustainable economic development,” Sivertsen added. “Our mission is clear: soil health leads to healthy plants with less pressure on natural resources, which support healthy food, healthy people, and, ultimately, a healthy planet. We aim to make earth green again by delivering innovations that secure the future of humanity and the resources we depend on, and we are proud to work with the WFP team to drive meaningful impact on this mission.”

For more information, please contact:

Ole Kristian Sivertsen
President and Group CEO
Email: oks@desertcontrol.com 
Mobile (NOR): +47 957 77 777
Mobile (USA): +1 650 643 6136

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Cavallo Caps 2024 with Order Intelligence Launch and Expanded ERP Capabilities, Sets its Sights for 2025

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GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Dec. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Cavallo, a leader in AI-driven Order Intelligence solutions, recapped a successful 2024 as it celebrates a year of groundbreaking innovation that helps customers maximize profits. In July, the company launched its Order Intelligence platform, which transforms order management into a strategic advantage, with dramatic improvements in accuracy, efficiency, and order-level profitability. Cavallo also broadened its ERP reach through integrations with Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O and Acumatica and reinforced its commitment to customers using Microsoft Dynamics GP by enhancing its SalesPad solution.

“2024 was a big year for us,” said Mike Biwer, CEO of Cavallo. “We launched Order Intelligence, expanded ERP integrations, and stayed laser-focused on driving efficiency and profitability for our customers. Looking ahead to 2025, we’re excited to deliver deeper AI-driven insights, expanded ERP support, and innovative tools to maximize customer profits.”

Order Intelligence helps distributors, manufacturers, and product-centric brands address the growing complexity of order management and the need to understand customers better. Leveraging AI and data insights, Cavallo customers quickly streamline workflows, reduce manual errors, and deliver flawless orders. Every day, Cavallo aligns its strategy and teams to the principle of “Flawless Orders = Max Profits” and a focus on enhancing how businesses optimize profits at the line level.

During 2024, Cavallo’s commitment to its “People First” core value resulted in direct community support with more than 100 volunteer hours dedicated to nearly 10 West Michigan non-profit organizations. The company also received industry recognition for excellence, being honored as a ‘2024 Top Tech Startup’ by Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive and recognized as a ‘Top Software & Tech’ company by Supply & Demand Chain Executives.

For 2025, Cavallo is excited to announce the return of ELAVATE’25. The user conference will return to Grand Rapids, Michigan, in August, bringing customers, partners and industry experts together to share ideas and best practices. Cavallo’s Order Intelligence plans include expanding into four additional ERP systems and introducing new AI-powered customer insights. The company’s SalesPad platform will also continue to see advancements, with inventory management improvements, improved support for eCommerce, and a soon-to-be-announced cloud migration capability.

About Cavallo

Cavallo is a leading innovator in Order Intelligence. Its AI-powered Order Intelligence Platform empowers distributors, manufacturers, and product-centric brands to unlock hidden profit potential within high-volume orders. For more information about Cavallo, please visit www.cavallo.com.

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CasinoTopsOnline.com launches TopsRank, a new transparent rating system for online casinos

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CasinoTopsOnline.com introduces TopsRank, a new transparent rating system for online casinos.

ST. JULIAN’S, Malta, Dec. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — CasinoTopsOnline, an industry-leading iGaming affiliate website, has officially launched its brand-new and innovative ranking system, TopsRank. This new system has been designed to offer players a clear, comprehensive and localised overview of online casinos, ensuring complete transparency in each review.

TopsRank assigns scores out of 10 based on seven key factors: Bonuses, Games, Safety, Design, Payments, Partnerships, and General Experience. A team composed of professional gamblers, payment experts, compliance consultants, and statisticians closely examines each of these sections to ensure precise, fair, and reliable ratings. The Partnerships area highlights how CasinoTopsOnline’s collaboration with an operator affects its rating.

“Players deserve transparency. For too long, casino ratings have been a black box that leave people guessing. TopsRank changes that,” says Jonas Warrer, CEO of Gentoo Media, the company behind CasinoTopsOnline. “We’ve broken everything down so players can see exactly why a casino is ranked the way it is.”

This new system is shaped not just by expert analysis but also by genuine player feedback. Key factors like ‘Bonuses’ are given the most weight based on user preferences, while elements like ‘General’ (which includes UI and on-site languages) are weighted less. Users can also rate casinos themselves with a simple ‘thumbs up’ or ‘thumbs down’ feature, which is publicly displayed for the community, ensuring that each review is accountable to players.

“Gambling should be fun, but choosing where to play shouldn’t be a gamble,” Jonas adds. “With TopsRank, players can now find the best casinos based on the criteria that matters most to them.”

You can read more about the latest ranking innovation from CasinoTopsOnline on the TopsRank page of their website. For any queries please contact the Head of Content at rui.costa@g2m.com.

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FLACK GLOBAL METALS EXECUTES FIRST BUSHELING FUTURES CONTRACT

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SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Dec. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Flack Global Metals (FGM), a vertically integrated industrial business platform transforming the steel supply chain, announced today its role as a counterparty to the first Busheling Ferrous Scrap Futures contract tied to the Chicago No. 1 Busheling Ferrous Scrap (Fastmarkets) index. The contract was listed and cleared Monday on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME Group), the world’s largest derivatives marketplace.

Flack Global Metals announced today its role as a counterparty to the first Busheling Ferrous Scrap Futures contract.

This contract marks the first use of Fastmarkets’ Chicago No. 1 Busheling price as a benchmark for recycled ferrous scrap—a critical input for new steel production, contributing to over half of U.S. steel output. It introduces a new financial tool to help manage price volatility in the scrap market, and allow for better alignment with the realities of the physical Busheling market. This new contract is expected to materially increase the liquidity in the scrap market, allowing market participants to better manage the risks of a greater portion of the steel supply chain.

This trade comes on the heels of FGM’s recent involvement in the first European hot rolled steel options trade, reinforcing FGM’s position as an innovator in employing sophisticated risk management and hedging techniques.

“We are proud to retain first mover advantage as we continue to fill a gap in providing robust risk management tools to the steel industry,” said Brad Clark, Vice President of Capital Markets and Metal Trading at Flack Capital Markets. Flack Capital Markets is a division of FGM that boasts the most sophisticated capital markets desk in the ferrous metals space.

About Flack Global Metals
Flack Global Metals (FGM) is a vertically integrated industrial business platform specializing in the construction products industry. FGM buys, sells, manufactures, trades and invests in flat-rolled steel goods. Its four distinct divisions work together to integrate and de-risk the steel supply chain, from raw steel to finished products. By leveraging proprietary hedging strategies and market intelligence, FGM effectively manages price volatility, delivering comprehensive solutions to its customers. Headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona, FGM serves a global market with offices in Atlanta, Chicago, Cleveland, London, and Lugano.

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Haley Rowland, FGM
Director of Marketing & Communications
678-995-4156
hrowland@flackglobalmetals.com 

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