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Research by Professor Vladimir Matichenkov (Russian Academy of Sciences) across 150 commercial Queensland farms confirmed BSiO₂ Natural Silica increases crop yields by 5–50% and reduces fertiliser use by 20–30%. CSIRO and BSES previously identified silicon as an integral part of any fertiliser strategy for Queensland cane production.

• • Sugarcane growers — Burdekin, Ingham, Innisfail, Tully, Mossman, Bundaberg
• • Banana and tropical fruit growers — Atherton Tablelands, Tully, Innisfail
• • Hay and pasture farmers — Atherton Tablelands, Darling Downs
• • Potato growers — Atherton Tablelands
• • Salinity-affected irrigated cropping
• • Horticulture — macadamia, passion fruit, avocado

Supplement manufacturers, naturopaths, and health product distributors Australia wide. Unique Health Products distributor. ANTA, NHAA.

• • Supplement manufacturers seeking Australian-sourced amorphous silica
• • Naturopathic practitioners and compounding pharmacies
• • Health product distributors and wholesalers
• • Export opportunity — DE health products sold globally

QLD, NSW, VIC grain belt. Applied at 1–2 kg per tonne — APVMA registered category. GrainCorp, CBH Group, on-farm storage operators.

• • Queensland grain belt — Darling Downs, Central Queensland
• • NSW grain belt — Liverpool Plains, Central West
• • On-farm silo storage operators nationwide
• • Commercial grain storage and handling facilities

600M+ commercial poultry annually. Red mite control, litter treatment, feed additive. Inghams, Baiada, Steggles, independent operators.

• • Commercial broiler and layer operations
• • Free-range and certified organic poultry producers
• • Independent farm operators — Far North Queensland and beyond
• • Hatcheries and breeder flocks

24M cattle. Feed-through fly control. Dairy residue-free. Elders, Nutrien Ag Solutions, feedlot operators.

• • Feedlot operators — Darling Downs, Central Queensland
• • Dairy farms — Atherton Tablelands, Southeast Queensland
• • Beef cattle stations — Northern Territory, Western Queensland
• • Nutrient and agricultural supply chains

9M+ pet cats. Kitty litter and absorbent pet products. Masterpet, private label manufacturers.

• • Kitty litter manufacturers and private label brands
• • Pet product distributors
• • Natural and organic pet care product ranges
• • Veterinary and pet health product companies

Mining and transport sector. PEL Safety, Spill Station Australia, Brady Australia. Safety In Action trade show.

• • Mining and resources sector emergency response
• • Transport and logistics compliance kits
• • Government and infrastructure emergency management
• • Industrial manufacturing facilities

FNQ — right on BSiO₂'s doorstep. Innisfail, Tully, Bundaberg, Mackay, Burdekin. CANEGROWERS district groups. Silicon fertiliser trials confirmed yield improvements of 5–40% in Queensland cane districts.

• • Burdekin district — largest cane-growing area in Australia
• • Innisfail and Tully districts — minutes from BSiO₂ deposit
• • Bundaberg and Mackay districts
• • CANEGROWERS member farms

Tully, Innisfail, Atherton Tablelands — minutes from the deposit. Trials showed 15–25% yield improvement. Natural nematode management. ABGC.

• • Tully Valley — Australia's largest banana growing region, directly adjacent to BSiO₂
• • Innisfail banana district
• • Atherton Tablelands growers
• • Australian Banana Growers Council members

Bundaberg to Byron Bay corridor. Australian Macadamia Society. Growcom QLD horticulture body.

• • Macadamia nut orchards — Bundaberg, Gympie, Northern Rivers NSW
• • Avocado and mango growers — Far North Queensland
• • Mixed horticulture — Atherton Tablelands
• • Certified organic growers — silicon approved for organic systems

Darwin NT and Spencer Gulf SA. Prawn, barramundi, oyster farms. Filtration media and pond treatment.

• • Prawn farming — Gulf of Carpentaria, Darwin
• • Barramundi aquaculture — Northern Territory and Queensland
• • Oyster farming — Spencer Gulf SA
• • Pond and filtration treatment applications

Europe are urgently seeking halogen-free alternatives. BSiO₂ Natural Silica is one of the most promising natural mineral candidates available.

• • Road Tunnels Mandatory FR geotextile lining
• • Rail & Underground Fire safety code compliance
• • High-Rise Construction Building code FR requirements
• • How Diatomaceous Earth Works as a Flame Retardant

Emerging — QUT and UNSW research confirms 53% compressive strength increase with 15% DE substitution. GBCA Green Star system. Boral, Holcim, Hanson Construction.

• • Ready-mix concrete manufacturers
• • Precast concrete element producers
• • Green Star and LEED rated construction projects
• • Infrastructure — roads, bridges, dam walls

Published research confirms DE improves thermal resistance to 225°C, adhesion, and reduces shrinkage in silicone adhesives. Construction, automotive, marine, and rail sectors.

• • Construction silicone sealant manufacturers
• • Automotive and marine adhesive formulators
• • Rail and transport industry adhesive suppliers
• • Pressure-sensitive adhesive tape manufacturers