BOSTON, July 22, 2010 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Converted Organics(TM) Inc. (Nasdaq:COIN) announced that Dr. William Torello, Director of Research & Development, and Frank Santos, Regional ProTurf Sales Manager for Converted Organics Inc., will present at today's meeting of the Sports Turf Managers of New York (STMONY), in Middletown, NY. The two are scheduled to discuss the benefits of using organic fertilizer products in sports turf and field applications.
"I invited Dr. Torello and Mr. Santos to speak at our meeting because they know organics better than most people in the country. In light of changing regulations that are putting an increased emphasis on organic growing practices, this meeting is particularly important for our members, especially those involved in turf management at the educational level," said STMONY President Mike Albino. "One of our organization's most important functions is the education of our members, and our goal is to provide sports turf professionals with the most up-to-date, comprehensive information regarding organic growing programs possible in an effort to ensure that they are using the best possible methods on their fields and grounds."
"We look forward to the meeting and to presenting STMONY members with in the most up-to-date information on organic programs and the benefits of using products such as Converted Organics, which are all-natural, good for the environment, and safe for adults, children and animals," said Dr. William Torello, Director of Research & Development for Converted Organics. "Studies have proven the benefits of our organic products in terms of overall turf quality, disease and environmental stress suppression, and reduction or elimination of all synthetic chemicals, while still producing great-looking results. In addition to the performance benefits, over time, organic lawn programs also cost less than chemical-based programs, as organics produce healthier turf which requires fewer fertilizer applications."
About STMONY:
STMONY is the 26th State Chapter of the Sports Turf Managers Association (STMA) a nation-wide not-for-profit organization. Founded in 1981, the Sports Turf Managers Association (STMA) is dedicated to facilitating professional networking and knowledge sharing within the sports turf industry. The mission of STMONY is to provide the highest quality and affordable educational experiences that will assist those who want to produce safe, functional and aesthetically pleasing fields.
About Converted Organics:
Converted Organics (Nasdaq:COIN) (www.convertedorganics.com), based in Boston, MA, is dedicated to producing high-quality, all-natural, organic soil amendment and fertilizer products through food waste recycling. The Company uses its proprietary High Temperature Liquid Composting (HTLC) system, a proven, state-of-the-art microbial digestion technology, to process various biodegradable food wastes into dry pellet and liquid concentrate organic fertilizers that help grow healthier food and improve environmental quality. Converted Organics sells and distributes its environmentally-friendly fertilizer products in the retail, professional turf management, and agribusiness markets.
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