Lallemand announces the winners of the Canadian Business Journal’s “Hometown Roots” contest.

MONTREAL, QC, October 4, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Lallemand Plant Care announced today that Furusato Roots Family Contest Iowa, Montana, North Dakota.

One grower in each state seized the opportunity to support their community by choosing a local organization to receive a $5,000 donation from Lallemand Plant Care. Iowa winner Phil Burnett chose Clarksville City Wreck, Montana winner Todd Hansen chose Guildford Volunteer Fire Department, and North Dakota winner Robert Bibatson chose Cavalier Community Foundation.

“At Lallemand, we recognize the importance of communities that offer countless opportunities for growth and experience, both large and small. Furusato Roots Family Contest Colin Sebulsky, Marketing Manager, Lallemand Plant Care, said:

During the competition from November 2021 to June 2022, growers in Iowa, Montana and North Dakota had the opportunity to participate by purchasing Lallemand Plant Care inoculants containing LALFIX.^® Spherical granules or Ralfix for legumes and soybeans^® PROYIELD LIQUID writes essays explaining soybeans, or what farming means to them, and how they use their funds to support their communities.

“As a family-run organization with local roots and local customers, Lallemand Plant Care is delighted to have the opportunity to give back to the local communities of Clarksville, Guildford and Cavalier through this competition. adds Sebulsky.

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“Clarksville City Rec is a volunteer-run organization that offers young people and families the opportunity to participate in programs at low cost. and this grant from Lallemand will be a great help in some of that work.Thanks to Lallemand for putting this contest together to benefit the children in our community. .”

• Phil Barnett, Iowa Contest Winner

“I was surprised when I heard that I won. Furusato Roots Family ContestAs volunteers for the Guildford Fire Department I quickly knew that they would help us purchase a new or first time truck that we are currently considering. New equipment improves response times and capabilities I hope you will. Thank you Lallemand for giving me the opportunity to support my community. ”

• Todd Hansen, Montana Contest Winner

“Since 2005, the Cavalier Community Foundation has been established to provide grants to non-profit organizations and benefit community projects. I was able to offer the money, when I heard you won Furusato Roots Family Contest I thought this would be great for our community. Thank you to her Lallemand for helping build our fund so we can continue to distribute to local nonprofits and contribute to community building projects. ”

• Robert Vivatson, North Dakota Contest Winner

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About Lallemand and Lallemand Plant Care

Since the early 20th century, LALLEMAND has been an expert in yeast and bacteria production. The family-owned company is now a world leader in the development, production and marketing of microorganisms for various agro-food industries. Using sound science and know-how, LALLEMAND PLANT CARE (LPC) works closely with clients to deliver the right technology in the right formulation for the right application. As one of the world’s market leaders in biologics, LPC is committed to solving grower challenges and significantly improving yields and crop vigor. For more information about Lallemand Plant Care, please visit www.lallemandplantcare.com.

• Furusato Roots Family Contest Winner (Iowa)
• Furusato Roots Family Contest Winner (Montana)

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