Nuvilex announces positive Oraphyte(TM) microplot results

Nuvilex, Inc. announces today that results from the Companys ongoing sponsored research studies indicate that Oraphyte(TM) can control nematode infestation pre-plant and post-plant in several species of turfgrass. In the coming months Nuvilex intends to initiate trials on golf course greens in the Southeastern United States under conditions that are most optimal for turfgrass growth. These commercial studies will determine and validate Oraphytes usage requirements and application specifications. Nuvilex plans to register Oraphyte with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in two phases: Nuvilex will first register Oraphyte(TM) with the EPA as a pesticide for use on terrestrial, non-food crops, followed by pesticide registration for use on high-value crops (e.g., terrestrial food crop use) such as soybeans and sugar cane.

"The transition from laboratory to commercial testing for Oraphyte(TM) is a very important step in the products evolution to market launch," stated Martin Schmieg, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Nuvilex, Inc. "The demand for an all-natural, eco-friendly nematocide amongst golf course superintendents and farmers continues to increase as the number of EPA-registered synthetic nematocides decreases. We anticipate, with continuing positive test results, that the market acceptance of Oraphyte(TM) as a major product in the new eco-friendly pesticide market will be strong."

About Oraphyte(TM)

Oraphyte(TM) is an all-natural, eco-friendly, biodegradable nematocide for turfgrass and high-value crops. Oraphyte(TM) can be formulated as a liquid or solid and is composed of orange terpene oil, Valencia orange oil, hydrogen peroxide, sorbitan monooleate, and distilled water. All of Oraphytes ingredients are listed on the Office of Prevention, Pesticides, and Toxic Substances (OPPTS) of the United States Environmental Protection Agencys (EPA) inert ingredient list.