The newly leased farmland is located in close proximity to the 5.3 million square meters of land currently leased by the Company in Anqiu, Shandong Province. This lease furthers the Company's growth strategy. The annual cost for the new lease of 2.4 million square meters of farmland is approximately $530,000. Planting on the new 2.4 million square meters and existing 5.3 million square meters of farmland will begin in April 2011, followed by harvesting in October 2011.
Mr. Shili Liu, Chairman and CEO of Man Shing, stated, "Today's announcement marks a significant milestone in the history of Man Shing as we have increased total farmland by 45% to 7.7 million square meters of farmland. This production increase bodes very well for our future financial performance, if demand continues to grow for our product and the favorable pricing trend for fresh, high quality ginger continues, as we believe that they will. The significance of finalizing the lease for land in close proximity to existing operations also enables us to ensure that the planting, harvesting, and implementation of quality standards can be done without additional costs beyond the general farming expenses stated."
Mr. Shili Liu, continued, "We have also worked closely with the PRC government and the farmland workers of Anqiu. Due to our reputation as one of the market leaders in the production of fresh ginger, Man Shing has gained the trust and respect from both parties allowing us the opportunity to lease more land. Demand for our products remains at an all time high. Due to the timing of this agreement, we can now prepare to plant on the new and existing land as originally scheduled in mid April of this year."
After management evaluates the financial impact of the new farmland and fiscal 2011 results are reported, financial guidance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2012 will be given.
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