Biggest changeThe following table sets forth the breakdown of general and administrative expenses: Year Ended December 31 2023 2022 Professional services $ 1,899,847 $ 2,575,294 Share based compensation 2,562,259 934,188 Salaries and related expenses 232,842 297,848 Legal expenses 276,336 108,814 Insurance 245,482 473,650 Registration fees 261,622 233,350 Other expenses 97,455 93,765 Total $ 5,575,843 $ 4,716,909 Comparison of the Year Ended December 31, 2023 to the Year Ended December 31, 2022 Results of Operations The following table summarizes our results of operations for the years ended December 31, 2023 and 2022.: Year Ended December 31 2023 2022 Revenues from sales of products $ 263,445 $ 394,004 Cost of sales (55,178 ) (158,313 ) Gross profit 208,267 235,691 Research and development expenses (1,938,234 ) (770,826 ) Selling and marketing expenses (271,966 ) (567,598 ) General and administrative expenses (5,575,843 ) (4,716,909 ) Operating loss (7,577,776 ) (5,819,642 ) Finance income, net 46,511 39,801 Other income 984,940 - Changes in fair value of an investment in an associate measured under the fair value option (713,593 ) - Net loss (7,259,918 ) (5,779,841 ) Less: Net loss attributable to non-controlling interests 737,510 40,241 Net loss attributable to the Company’s stockholders (6,522,408 ) (5,739,600 ) Loss per share (basic and diluted) (5.43 ) (1.64 ) Weighted average number of shares of common stock outstanding 1,200,608 3,498,273 56 Revenues Revenues for the year ended December 31, 2023 were $263,445, a decrease of $130,559, or 33%, compared to revenues of $394,004 for the year ended December 31, 2022.
Biggest changeThe following table sets forth the breakdown of selling and marketing expenses: Year Ended December 31 2024 2023 Salaries and related expenses $ 84,000 $ 157,000 Share based compensation 1,000 - Professional services 50,000 31,000 Travel expenses 25,000 13,000 Other expenses 78,000 71,000 Total $ 238,000 $ 272,000 General and Administrative Expenses General and administrative expenses consist primarily of professional services, share based compensation and other non-personnel related expenses. 62 The following table sets forth the breakdown of general and administrative expenses: Year Ended December 31 2024 2023 Professional services $ 2,119,000 $ 1,900,000 Share based compensation 1,058,000 2,562,000 Salaries and related expenses 36,000 233,000 Legal expenses 271,000 276,000 Insurance 164,000 246,000 Registration fees 53,000 262,000 Other expenses 57,000 97,000 Total $ 3,758,000 $ 5,576,000 Comparison of the Year Ended December 31, 2024 to the Year Ended December 31, 2023 Results of Operations The following table summarizes our results of operations for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023.: Year Ended December 31 2024 2023 Revenues from sales of products $ 210,000 $ 263,000 Cost of sales (165,000 ) (55,000 ) Gross profit 45,000 208,000 Research and development expenses (369,000 ) (1,938,000 ) Selling and marketing expenses (238,000 ) (272,000 ) General and administrative expenses (3,758,000 ) (5,576,000 ) Operating loss (4,320,000 ) (7,578,000 ) Finance (expenses) income, net (155,000 ) 47,000 Other income 428,000 985,000 Changes in fair value of an investment in an associate measured under the fair value option (1,300,000 ) (714,000 ) Net loss (5,347,000 ) (7,260,000 ) Less: Net loss attributable to non-controlling interests 154,000 738,000 Net loss attributable to the Company’s stockholders (5,193,000 ) (6,522,000 ) Loss per share (basic and diluted) (0.89 ) (5.43 ) Weighted average number of shares of common stock outstanding 5,846,231 1,200,608 Revenues Revenues for the year ended December 31, 2024 were $210,000, a decrease of $53,000, or 20%, compared to revenues of $263,000 for the year ended December 31, 2023.
The price of the shares to be issued under the Purchase Agreement will be 94% of the lowest volume-weighted average price of the common stock for the three days prior to the delivery of each of our advance notices subject to certain limitations, including that (i) the Investor cannot purchase a number of shares that would result in it beneficially owning more than 4.99% of our outstanding shares of common stock.
The price of the shares to be issued under the Purchase Agreement will be 94% of the lowest volume-weighted average price of the common stock for the three days prior to the delivery of each of our advance notices subject to certain limitations, including that the Investor cannot purchase a number of shares that would result in it beneficially owning more than 4.99% of our outstanding shares of common stock.
The gross proceeds from the August 2022 Underwritten Offering were approximately $4,800,000. 59 On July 23, 2023, we entered into a purchase agreement with YA II PN, Ltd. (the “Investor”), pursuant to which the Investor agreed to purchase up to $3,500,000 of common stock, for 40 months from the date of the purchase agreement.
The gross proceeds from the August 2022 Underwritten Offering were approximately $4,800,000. On July 23, 2023, we entered into a purchase agreement with YA II PN, Ltd. (the “Investor”), pursuant to which the Investor agreed to purchase up to $3,500,000 of common stock, for 40 months from the date of the purchase agreement.
Any estimates and assumptions are continually reviewed. The changes to the accounting estimates are credited during the period in which the change to the estimate is made. Stock-based Compensation Employees and other service providers of our company may receive benefits by way of stock-based compensation settled with company options exercised for shares of our common stock.
Any estimates and assumptions are continually reviewed. The changes to the accounting estimates are credited during the period in which the change to the estimate is made. 64 Stock-based Compensation Employees and other service providers of our company may receive benefits by way of stock-based compensation settled with company options exercised for shares of our common stock.
The decrease is mainly a result of a decrease in our sales in Mexico and Israel. Cost of Sales Cost of sales consists primarily of salaries, materials, and overhead costs of manufacturing our products.
The decrease is mainly a result of a decrease in our sales in Mexico. Cost of Sales Cost of sales consists primarily of salaries, materials, and overhead costs of manufacturing our products.
Financial Arrangements On August 18, 2022, we closed the August 2022 Underwritten Offering pursuant to which we issued a total of 228,572 shares of common stock at a public offering price of $21.00 per share.
Financial Arrangements On August 18, 2022, we closed an underwritten offering (the “August 2022 Underwritten Offering”) pursuant to which we issued a total of 228,572 shares of common stock at a public offering price of $21.00 per share.
These factors raise substantial doubt about our ability to continue as a going concern through at least twelve months from the report date. We believe that our existing capital resources will be sufficient to support our operating plan through the end of the second quarter of 2025. ; however, there can be no assurance of this.
These factors raise substantial doubt about our ability to continue as a going concern through at least twelve months from the report date. 66 We believe that our existing capital resources will be sufficient to support our operating plan through the beginning of the fourth quarter of 2025; however, there can be no assurance of this.
Going Concern Since our incorporation, we incurred losses from operations and net cash outflows from operating activities as disclosed in the consolidated statements of operations and cash flows, respectively. As of December 31, 2023, we had an accumulated deficit of $29,360,235, and we expect to incur losses for the foreseeable future.
Going Concern Since our incorporation, we incurred losses from operations and net cash outflows from operating activities as disclosed in the consolidated statements of operations and cash flows, respectively. As of December 31, 2024, we had an accumulated deficit of $34,553,000, and we expect to incur losses for the foreseeable future.
Research and Development Expenses, net Our research and development expenses consist primarily of salaries and related personnel expenses, share base compensation, professional fees and other related research and development expenses such as field tests.
Research and Development Expenses, net Our research and development expenses consist primarily of professional fees and other related research and development expenses such as field tests.
Following our August 29, 2023 Exchange Agreement with Yaaran Investment Ltd. we recorded IPR&D costs associated with such transaction, for further information, see Research and Development Expenses below. 55 Selling and Marketing Expenses Selling and marketing expenses consist primarily of salaries and related expenses, share based compensation and other expenses.
Following our August 29, 2023 Exchange Agreement with Yaaran Investment Ltd. we recorded IPR&D costs associated with such transaction and were committed to invest research and development expenses under the said Exchange Agreement, for further information, see Research and Development Expenses below. Selling and Marketing Expenses Selling and marketing expenses consist primarily of salaries and related expenses and other expenses.
Liquidity and Capital Resources Since our inception through September 30, 2023, we have funded our operations, principally with the issuance of equity and debt. As of December 31, 2023, we had cash of $4,447,003, as compared to $5,700,709 as of December 31, 2022.
Liquidity and Capital Resources Since our inception through December 31, 2024, we have funded our operations, principally with the issuance of equity and debt. As of December 31, 2024, we had cash of $2,185,000, as compared to $4,447,000 as of December 31, 2023.
Through NTWO OFF we aim to promote agricultural practices that are both environmentally friendly and economically viable and to become a global leader in this field by collaborating with or acquiring other companies that create innovative solutions and tools to solve other aspects of global warming’s impact of carbon dioxide.
Through NTWO OFF we aim to promote agricultural practices that are both environmentally friendly and economically viable and to become a global leader in this field by collaborating with or acquiring other companies that create innovative solutions and tools to solve other aspects of global warming’s impact of carbon dioxide.(3) A joint venture with Solterra, which operates in the solar energy section and presents certain investment opportunities in solar PV projects.
The following table discloses the breakdown of revenues and costs of revenues: Year Ended December 31 2023 2022 Revenues from sale of products $ 263,445 $ 394,004 Cost of sales (55,178 ) (158,313 ) Gross profit $ 208,267 $ 235,691 Operating Expenses Our current operating expenses consist of three components - research and development expenses, selling and marketing expenses and general and administrative expenses.
The following table discloses the breakdown of revenues and costs of revenues: Year Ended December 31 2024 2023 Revenues from sale of products $ 210,000 $ 263,000 Cost of sales (165,000 ) (55,000 ) Gross profit $ 45,000 $ 208,000 Operating Expenses Our current operating expenses consist of three components - research and development expenses, selling and marketing expenses and general and administrative expenses.
As of December 31, 2023, we had a working capital of $4,687,149, as compared to $5,557,595 as of December 31, 2022. The decrease in our cash balance is mainly attributable to cash used in operations.
As of December 31, 2024, we had a working capital of $2,512,000, as compared to $4,687,000 as of December 31, 2023. The decrease in our cash balance is mainly attributable to cash used in operations and cash used in investing activities.
Total net Loss As a result of the foregoing, our total net loss for the year ended December 31, 2023 was $7,259,918, compared to $5,779,841 for the year ended December 31, 2022, an increase of $1,480,077, or 26%.
Total net Loss As a result of the foregoing, our total net loss for the year ended December 31, 2024 was $5,347,000, compared to $7,260,000 for the year ended December 31, 2023, a decrease of $1,913,000, or 26%.
We operate through our two majority-owned Israeli subsidiaries, Save Foods Ltd., which focuses on post-harvest treatments in fruit and vegetables to control and prevent pathogen contamination, significantly reduce the use of hazardous chemicals and prolong fresh produce’s shelf life, and NTWO OFF which offers a pioneering solution to mitigate N2O (nitrous oxide) emissions, a potent greenhouse gas with 265 times the global warming impact of carbon dioxide.
We operate through our two majority-owned Israeli subsidiaries, and one joint venture: (1) Save Foods Ltd., which focuses on post-harvest treatments in fruit and vegetables to control and prevent pathogen contamination, significantly reduce the use of hazardous chemicals and prolong fresh produce’s shelf life.
One of the main advantages of our products is that our ingredients do not leave any toxicological residues on the fresh produce we treat. In contrast, by forming a temporary protective shield around the fresh produce we treat, our products make it difficult for pathogens to develop and potentially provide protection which also reduces cross-contamination.
In contrast, by forming a temporary protective shield around the fresh produce we treat, our products make it difficult for pathogens to develop and potentially provide protection which also reduces cross-contamination. Solterra engages in the development of renewable energy projects through its subsidiaries.
The following table sets forth the breakdown of research and development expenses: Year Ended December 31 2023 2022 Salaries and related expenses $ 70,863 $ 438,217 Share based compensation - 3,024 Subcontractors 138,478 120,360 Laboratory and field tests 1,889 89,717 Depreciation 12,961 22,034 IPR&D 1,661,707 - Other expenses 52,336 97,474 Total $ 1,938,234 $ 770,826 We implemented certain cost reduction measures in 2023, including, the reduction of our research and development expenses, as we decided to focus on marketing and sales to try to materialize the efforts of our pilots conducted during 2022 and 2023.
The following table sets forth the breakdown of research and development expenses: Year Ended December 31 2024 2023 Salaries and related expenses $ - $ 71,000 Subcontractors 353,000 138,000 Laboratory and field tests - 2,000 Depreciation 2,000 13,000 IPR&D - 1,662,000 Other expenses 14,000 52,000 Total $ 369,000 $ 1,938,000 We implemented certain cost reduction measures in 2023, including, the reduction of our research and development expenses, as we decided to focus on marketing and sales to try to materialize the efforts of our pilots conducted during 2022 and 2023.
In addition, we have a 23% ownership in Plantify, a Canadian-based food tech company focused on the development and production of clean-label, plant-based food products. 54 Our solutions are based on our proprietary blend of food acids combined with certain types of oxidizing agent-based sanitizers and in some cases with fungicides at low concentrations.
Our solutions are based on our proprietary blend of food acids combined with certain types of oxidizing agent-based sanitizers and in some cases with fungicides at low concentrations. Our products have a synergistic effect when combined with these oxidizing agent-based sanitizers and fungicides.
The decrease is mainly the result of proceeds of $4,103,330 from our August 2022 underwritten offering compared to proceeds of $3,472,712 from standby equity purchase agreements in each of October 2023 and December 2023.
The decrease is mainly the result of proceeds of $3,473,000 from standby equity purchase agreements in each of October 2023 and December 2023 compared to proceeds of $3,135,000 during 2024.
Our products have a synergistic effect when combined with these oxidizing agent-based sanitizers and fungicides. Our “green” solutions are capable of cleaning, sanitizing, and controlling pathogens on fresh produce with the goal of making them safer for human consumption and extending their shelf life by reducing their decay.
Our “green” solutions are capable of cleaning, sanitizing, and controlling pathogens on fresh produce with the goal of making them safer for human consumption and extending their shelf life by reducing their decay. One of the main advantages of our products is that our ingredients do not leave any toxicological residues on the fresh produce we treat.
Investing Activities Net cash used in investing activities was $1,519,560 for the year ended December 31, 2023, as compared to net cash used in investing activities of $51,689 for the year ended December 31, 2022. The increase is mainly attributable to the investment in Plantify in April and September 2023.
The increase in net cash used in operating activities is also attributable to payments made to cover other liabilities and increase in accounts receivables, net. Investing Activities Net cash used in investing activities was $1,889,000 for the year ended December 31, 2024, as compared to net cash used in investing activities of $1,519,000 for the year ended December 31, 2023.
Research and development expenses for the year ended December 31, 2023 were $1,938,234, an increase of $1,167,408, or 151%, compared to research and development expenses of $770,826 for the year ended December 31, 2022.
Research and development expenses for the year ended December 31, 2024 were $369,000, a decrease of $1,569,000, or 81%, compared to research and development expenses of $1,938,000 for the year ended December 31, 2023.
Research and Development Expenses Research and development expenses consist of salaries and related expenses, share base compensation, consulting fees, service providers’ costs, related materials and overhead expenses.
The decrease is mainly a result of the increase in cost of sales . Research and Development Expenses Research and development expenses consist of consulting fees, service providers’ costs, related materials and overhead expenses.
The table below presents our cash flows for the periods indicated: Year Ended December 31 2023 2022 Net cash used in operating activities $ (3,232,759 ) $ (5,097,126 ) Net cash used in investing activities (1,519,560 ) (51,689 ) Net cash provided by financing activities 3,472,712 4,094,940 Decrease in cash and cash equivalents and restricted cash $ (1,272,597 ) $ (1,056,841 ) Operating Activities Net cash used in operating activities was $3,232,759 for the year ended December 31, 2023, as compared to $5,097,126 for the year ended December 31, 2022.
The table below presents our cash flows for the periods indicated: Year Ended December 31 2024 2023 Net cash used in operating activities $ (3,419,000 ) $ (3,234,000 ) Net cash used in investing activities (1,889,000 ) (1,519,000 ) Net cash provided by financing activities 3,047,000 3,473,000 Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents (8,000 ) 7,000 Decrease in cash and cash equivalents and restricted cash $ (2,269,000 ) $ (1,273,000 ) Operating Activities Net cash used in operating activities was $3,419,000 for the year ended December 31, 2024, as compared to $3,234,000 for the year ended December 31, 2023.
The financial statements included in this Annual Report do not include adjustments for measurement or presentation of assets and liabilities, which may be required should we fail to operate as a going concern. 60 Recent Developments Reincorporation in Nevada On October 2, 2023, at our annual stockholder meeting, our stockholders approved our reincorporation from the State of Delaware to the State of Nevada by a parent-subsidiary merger.
If adequate funds are not available to our company when needed on satisfactory terms, we may be required to cease operating or otherwise modify our business strategy. The financial statements included in this Annual Report do not include adjustments for measurement or presentation of assets and liabilities, which may be required should we fail to operate as a going concern.
The increase is mainly a result of the increase in share-based compensation to our employees and service providers offset partially by a decrease in salaries and related expenses and professional services. 57 Financing Income, Net Financing income, net for the year ended December 31, 2023 was $46,511, an increase of $6,710, or 17%, compared to financing income of $39,801 for the year ended December 31, 2022.
The decrease is mainly a result of the decrease in share-based compensation to our employees and service providers, salaries and related costs, insurance costs and franchise tax related to the Company’s reincorporation in Nevada from Delaware offset partially by an increase of professional services.
The decrease is mainly attributable to the decrease in salaries and related costs and other professional fees associated with our reduction in personnel following our cost reduction measures.
Selling and marketing expenses for the year ended December 31, 2024 were $238,000, a decrease of $34,000 or 13%, compared to selling and marketing expenses of $272,000 for the year ended December 31, 2023. The decrease is mainly attributable to the decrease in salaries and related costs associated with our reduction in personnel following our cost reduction measures.
General and administrative expenses for the year ended December 31, 2023 were $ 5,575,843, an increase of $858,934, or 18%, compared to general and administrative expenses of $4,716,909 for the year ended December 31, 2022.
General and administrative expenses for the year ended December 31, 2024 were $ 3,758,000, a decrease of $1,818,000, or 33%, compared to general and administrative expenses of $5,576,000 for the year ended December 31, 2023.
Cost of sales for the year ended December 31, 2023 was $55,178, a decrease of $103,135, or 65%, compared to total cost of sales of $158,313 for the year ended December 31, 2022. The decrease is mainly a result of a decrease in our revenues.
Cost of sales for the year ended December 31, 2024 was $165,000, an increase of $110,000, or 200%, compared to total cost of sales of $55,000 for the year ended December 31, 2023.
Gross Profit Gross profit for the year ended December 31, 2023 was $208,267, a decrease of $27,424, or 12%, compared to gross profit of $235,691 for the year ended December 31, 2022. The decrease is mainly a result of the decrease in revenues.
The increase is mainly a result of inventory write-off in South Africa and Turkey and unexpected surge in material consumption due to temporary malfunction in our US client. 63 Gross Profit Gross profit for the year ended December 31, 2024 was $45,000, a decrease of $163,000, or 78%, compared to gross profit of $208,000 for the year ended December 31, 2023.
Financing Activities Net cash provided by financing activities was $3,472,712 for the year ended December 31, 2023, as compared to $4,094,940 for the year ended December 31, 2022.
The increase is mainly attributable to the investment in renewable energy projects and loans granted to Solterra offset by a decrease in investment in Plantify in April and September 2023. 65 Financing Activities Net cash provided by financing activities was $3,047,000 for the year ended December 31, 2024, as compared to $3,473,000 for the year ended December 31, 2023.
The cost reduction measures included the reduction of research and development activities as our focus was primarily on the commercialization of our solutions with emphasis on converting recently completed pilots into paying customers. Selling and Marketing Expenses Selling and marketing expenses consist primarily of salaries and related costs for selling and marketing personnel, travel related expenses and services providers.
The decrease is mainly attributable to a decrease in Save Foods Ltd.’s expenses as a result of the implementation of certain cost reduction measures, including a reduction in Save Foods Ltd.’s research and development budget in light of prevailing macroeconomic conditions and the shift of our focus to the commercialization of our solutions and converting recently completed pilots into paying customers.