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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

____________

Form 10-Q

x  QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d)

OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2023

or

o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d)

OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

For the transition period from _____________________ to _____________________

Commission File Number: 001-36426

____________

AquaBounty Technologies, Inc.

(Exact name of the registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware

04-3156167

(State or other jurisdiction of
incorporation or organization)

(I.R.S. Employer
Identification No.)

2 Mill & Main Place, Suite 395

Maynard, Massachusetts 01754

(978) 648-6000

(Address and telephone number of the registrant’s principal executive offices)

Title of each class

Trading Symbol(s)

Name of exchange on which registered

Common Stock, par value $0.001 per share

AQB

The NASDAQ Stock Market LLC

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the “Exchange Act”) during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days.

Yes  x    No  o

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has submitted electronically every Interactive Data File required to be submitted pursuant to Rule 405 of Regulation S-T during the preceding 12 months (or such shorter period that the registrant was required to submit such files).

Yes  x    No  o

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer, a smaller reporting company, or an emerging growth company. See the definitions of “large accelerated filer,” “accelerated filer,” “smaller reporting company,” and “emerging growth company” in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act.

Large accelerated filer

o

Accelerated filer

o

Non-accelerated filer

x

Smaller reporting company

x

Emerging growth company

o

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act.  ¨

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act).

Yes  ¨    No x 

At July 31, 2023, the registrant had 71,358,249 shares of common stock, par value $0.001 per share (“Common Shares”) outstanding.

 

 

Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements

This Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q contains forward looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements other than present and historical facts and conditions contained in the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, are forward looking statements, including statements regarding the implementation and likelihood of achieving our business plan; statements regarding future capital requirements, revenue, expenses and operating results, as well as the impact of inflation; our plans for development of new farms and renovations to existing farms (including costs, timing, locations, third-party involvement and output therefrom); our cash position and ability to raise additional capital to finance our activities and the terms of such financing; and statements regarding compliance with the listing rules of Nasdaq. We sometimes use the words “anticipate,” “believe,” “can,” “could,” “estimate,” “expect,” “intend,” “is designed to,” “may,” “might,” “plan,” “potential,” “predict,” “objective,” “should,” or the negative of these and similar expressions to identify forward-looking statements.

We have based these forward-looking statements on our current expectations, assumptions, estimates, and projections. While we believe these expectations, assumptions, estimates, and projections are reasonable, such forward-looking statements are only predictions and involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors, many of which are outside of our control, which could cause our actual results, performance, or achievements to differ materially from any results, performance, or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Among the important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those indicated by such forward-looking statements are: our ability to continue as a going concern; the potential for delays and increased costs related to construction of our new farms and renovations to existing farms; a failure to raise additional capital to finance our activities on acceptable terms; an inability to produce and sell our products in sufficient volume and at acceptable cost and prices; any inability to protect our intellectual property and other proprietary rights and technologies; the effects of changes in applicable laws, regulations and policies; our ability to secure any necessary regulatory approvals; the degree of market acceptance of our products our failure to retain and recruit key personnel; the price and volatility of our common stock; our ability to regain compliance or otherwise maintain compliance with the listing requirements of, and remain listed on, the Nasdaq Capital Market; and other risks identified in our public filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”), including the section titled “Risk Factors” in this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, our most recently filed Annual Report on Form 10-K and subsequent Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and our Current Reports on Form 8-K, as updated by our subsequent filings with the SEC. New risks emerge from time to time, and it is not possible for us to predict all such risks. Given these risks and uncertainties, may not actually achieve the plans, intentions, or expectations disclosed in our forward-looking statements, and you are cautioned not to place undue reliance on such forward-looking statements.

These forward-looking statements are made only as of the date of this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q. We do not undertake and specifically decline any obligation to update any such statements or to publicly announce the results of any revisions to any such statements to reflect future events or developments unless required by federal securities law.

PART I. FINANCIAL INFORMATION

Item 1.  Financial Statements

 

AquaBounty Technologies, Inc.

Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets

(Unaudited)

June 30,

December 31,

2023

2022

Assets

Current assets:

Cash and cash equivalents

$

42,842,280

$

101,638,557

Inventory

2,353,616

2,276,592

Prepaid expenses and other current assets

3,375,949

2,133,583

Total current assets

48,571,845

106,048,732

Property, plant and equipment, net

160,174,487

106,286,186

Right of use assets, net

205,565

222,856

Intangible assets, net

211,287

218,139

Restricted cash

1,000,000

1,000,000

Other assets

52,793

64,859

Total assets

$

210,215,977

$

213,840,772

Liabilities and stockholders' equity

Current liabilities:

Accounts payable and accrued liabilities

$

20,875,113

$

12,000,592

Accrued employee compensation

943,248

1,021,740

Current debt

2,406,147

2,387,231

Other current liabilities

4,586

20,830

Total current liabilities

24,229,094

15,430,393

Long-term lease obligations

200,979

203,227

Long-term debt, net

6,441,077

6,286,109

Total liabilities

30,871,150

21,919,729

Commitments and contingencies

 

 

Stockholders' equity:

Common stock, $0.001 par value, 150,000,000 shares authorized at June 30, 2023

and December 31, 2022; 71,345,649 and 71,110,713 shares outstanding at June 30,

2023 and December 31, 2022, respectively

71,346

71,111

Additional paid-in capital

385,691,274

385,388,684

Accumulated other comprehensive loss

(401,002)

(516,775)

Accumulated deficit

(206,016,791)

(193,021,977)

Total stockholders' equity

179,344,827

191,921,043

Total liabilities and stockholders' equity

$

210,215,977

$

213,840,772

See accompanying notes to these condensed interim consolidated financial statements.

 

AquaBounty Technologies, Inc.

Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations and Comprehensive Loss

(Unaudited)

Three Months Ended
June 30,

Six Months Ended
June 30,

2023

2022

2023

2022

Revenues

Product revenues

$

788,430

$

1,069,706

$

1,186,276

$

2,032,587

Costs and expenses

Product costs

3,790,878

3,250,106

7,350,118

6,525,796

Sales and marketing

194,254

349,917

392,539

597,489

Research and development

178,394

208,292

301,311

375,481

General and administrative

3,067,533

2,831,930

6,068,015

5,208,166

Total costs and expenses

7,231,059

6,640,245

14,111,983

12,706,932

Operating loss

(6,442,629)

(5,570,539)

(12,925,707)

(10,674,345)

Other expense

Interest expense

(65,789)

(74,694)

(132,063)

(149,982)

Other (expense) income, net

(328)

109,191

62,956

176,559

Total other (expense) income

(66,117)

34,497

(69,107)

26,577

Net loss

$

(6,508,746)

$

(5,536,042)

$

(12,994,814)

$

(10,647,768)

Other comprehensive income (loss):

Foreign currency translation gain (loss)

111,346

(153,602)

115,773

(70,697)

Unrealized gain on marketable securities

121,796

7,731

Total other comprehensive income (loss)

111,346

(31,806)

115,773

(62,966)

Comprehensive loss

$

(6,397,400)

$

(5,567,848)

$

(12,879,041)

$

(10,710,734)

Basic and diluted net loss per share

$

(0.09)

$

(0.08)

$

(0.18)

$

(0.15)

Weighted average number of Common Shares -

basic and diluted

71,344,025

71,068,671

71,256,782

71,036,562

See accompanying notes to these condensed interim consolidated financial statements.

 

AquaBounty Technologies, Inc.

Condensed Consolidated Statements of Changes in Stockholders’ Equity

(Unaudited)

Common stock issued and outstanding

Par value

Additional paid-in capital

Accumulated other comprehensive loss

Accumulated deficit

Total

Balance at December 31, 2021

71,025,738

$

71,026

$

384,852,107

$

(255,588)

$

(170,864,782)

$

213,802,763

Net loss

(5,111,726)

(5,111,726)

Other comprehensive loss

(31,160)

(31,160)

Share based compensation

83,963

84

211,244

211,328

Balance at March 31, 2022

71,109,701

$

71,110

$

385,063,351

$

(286,748)

$

(175,976,508)

$

208,871,205

Net loss

(5,536,042)

(5,536,042)

Other comprehensive loss

(31,806)

(31,806)

Exercise of options for common stock

1,012

1

1,537

1,538

Share based compensation

107,280

107,280

Balance at June 30, 2022

71,110,713

$

71,111

$

385,172,168

$

(318,554)

$

(181,512,550)

$

203,412,175

Common stock issued and outstanding

Par value

Additional paid-in capital

Accumulated other comprehensive loss

Accumulated deficit

Total

Balance at December 31, 2022

71,110,713

$

71,111

$

385,388,684

$

(516,775)

$

(193,021,977)

$

191,921,043

Net loss

(6,486,068)

(6,486,068)

Other comprehensive income

4,427

4,427

Share based compensation

228,225

228

196,413

196,641

Balance at March 31, 2023

71,338,938

$

71,339

$

385,585,097

$

(512,348)

$

(199,508,045)

$

185,636,043

Net loss

(6,508,746)

(6,508,746)

Other comprehensive income

111,346

111,346

Share based compensation

6,711

7

106,177

106,184

Balance at June 30, 2023

71,345,649

$

71,346

$

385,691,274

$

(401,002)

$

(206,016,791)

$

179,344,827

See accompanying notes to these condensed interim consolidated financial statements.


AquaBounty Technologies, Inc.

Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows

(Unaudited)

Six Months Ended
June 30,

2023

2022

Operating activities

Net loss

$

(12,994,814)

$

(10,647,768)

Adjustment to reconcile net loss to net cash used in

operating activities:

Depreciation and amortization

1,066,476

988,292

Share-based compensation

302,825

318,608

Other non-cash charge

9,408

14,860

Changes in operating assets and liabilities:

Inventory

(74,789)

(661,090)

Prepaid expenses and other assets

(1,225,343)

(2,883,505)

Accounts payable and accrued liabilities

748,443

1,705,335

Accrued employee compensation

(78,492)

(91,140)

Net cash used in operating activities

(12,246,286)

(11,256,408)

Investing activities

Purchases of and deposits on property, plant and equipment

(46,586,998)

(30,472,704)

Maturities of marketable securities

120,047,915

Purchases of marketable securities

(47,621,291)

Other investing activities

(3,263)

12,500

Net cash (used in) provided by investing activities

(46,590,261)

41,966,420

Financing activities

Proceeds from issuance of debt

394,156

42,338

Repayment of term debt

(359,704)

(318,600)

Proceeds from the exercise of stock options and warrants

1,538

Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities

34,452

(274,724)

Effect of exchange rate changes on cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash

5,818

(1,387)

Net change in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash

(58,796,277)

30,433,901

Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash at beginning of period

102,638,557

89,454,988

Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash at end of period

$

43,842,280

$

119,888,889

Reconciliation of cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash reported

in the consolidated balance sheet:

Cash and cash equivalents

$

42,842,280

$

118,888,889

Restricted cash

1,000,000

1,000,000

Total cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash

$

43,842,280

$

119,888,889

Supplemental disclosure of cash flow information and non-cash transactions:

Interest paid in cash

$

124,430

$

141,490

Property and equipment included in accounts payable and accrued liabilities

$

18,682,066

$

3,758,842

See accompanying notes to these condensed interim consolidated financial statements.

 

AquaBounty Technologies, Inc.

Notes to the condensed consolidated financial statements

(unaudited)

 

1. Nature of business and organization

AquaBounty Technologies, Inc. (the “Parent” and, together with its wholly owned subsidiaries, the “Company”) was incorporated in December 1991 in the State of Delaware for the purpose of conducting research and development of the commercial viability of a group of proteins commonly known as antifreeze proteins. In 1996, the Parent obtained the exclusive licensing rights for a gene construct (transgene) used to create a breed of farm-raised Atlantic salmon that exhibit growth rates that are substantially faster than conventional Atlantic salmon. In 2015, the Parent obtained regulatory approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for the production and sale of its genetically engineered AquAdvantage salmon product (“GE Atlantic salmon”) in the United States and in 2016, the Parent obtained regulatory approval from Health Canada for the production and sale of its GE Atlantic salmon product in Canada. In 2021, the Parent obtained regulatory approval from the National Biosafety Technical Commission for the sale of its GE Atlantic salmon product in Brazil. In 2021, the Company began harvesting and selling its GE Atlantic salmon in the United States and Canada.

2. Going Concern Uncertainty

Since inception, the Company has incurred cumulative operating losses and negative cash flows from operations and expects that this will continue for the foreseeable future. As of June 30, 2023, the Company has $43.8 million in cash and cash equivalents, and restricted cash, a significant portion of which is required to fund its current liabilities and other contractual obligations.

The Company’s ability to continue as a going concern is dependent upon its ability to raise additional capital and there can be no assurance that such capital will be available in sufficient amounts or on terms acceptable to the Company. This raises substantial doubt about the Company’s ability to continue as a going concern within one year after the date that the accompanying condensed consolidated financial statements are issued. The accompanying condensed consolidated financial statements have been prepared on a going concern basis, which contemplates the realization of assets and the satisfaction of liabilities in the normal course of business and do not include any adjustments that might result from the outcome of this uncertainty.

3. Basis of presentation

The unaudited interim condensed consolidated financial statements include the accounts of AquaBounty Technologies, Inc. and its wholly owned direct subsidiaries. All intercompany transactions and balances have been eliminated upon consolidation.

The unaudited interim condensed consolidated financial statements have been prepared in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles in the United States (“GAAP”) consistent with those applied in, and should be read in conjunction with, the Company’s audited financial statements and related notes for the year ended December 31, 2022. The unaudited interim condensed consolidated financial statements reflect all adjustments, consisting only of normal recurring adjustments, which are, in the opinion of management, necessary for a fair presentation of the Company’s financial position as of June 30, 2023, results of operations and cash flows for the interim periods presented, and are not necessarily indicative of results for subsequent interim periods or for the full year. The unaudited interim condensed consolidated financial statements do not include all of the information and notes required by GAAP for complete financial statements, as allowed by the relevant U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) rules and regulations; however, the Company believes that its disclosures are adequate to ensure that the information presented is not misleading.

Inventories

Inventories are mainly comprised of feed, eggs, fry, fish in process and fish for sale. Fish in process inventory is a biological asset that is measured based on the estimated biomass of fish on hand. The Company has established a standard procedure to estimate the biomass of fish on hand using counting and sampling techniques. The Company measures inventory at the lower of cost or net realizable value (“NRV”), where NRV is defined as the estimated market price, less the estimated costs of processing, packaging and transportation. The Company considers fish that has been harvested and transported from its farm to be fish for sale.

Revenue recognition

The Company is comprised of one reporting segment and generates revenue from the sale of its products. Revenue is recognized when the customer takes physical control of the goods, in an amount that reflects the consideration that the Company expects to receive in exchange for the goods. Revenue excludes any sales tax collected and includes any estimate of future credits.

During the period ended June 30, 2023, the Company recognized the following product revenue:

Three Months Ended June 30, 2023

U.S.

Canada

Total

GE Atlantic salmon

$

754,310

$

-

$

754,310

Non-GE Atlantic salmon eggs

-

-

-

Non-GE Atlantic salmon fry

33,527

33,527

Other revenue

-

593

593

Total Revenue

$

754,310

$

34,120

$

788,430

Six Months Ended June 30, 2023

U.S.

Canada

Total

GE Atlantic salmon

$

1,146,738

$

-

$

1,146,738

Non-GE Atlantic salmon eggs

-

730

730

Non-GE Atlantic salmon fry

34,257

34,257

Other revenue

-

4,551

4,551

Total Revenue

$

1,146,738

$

39,538

$

1,186,276

During the period ended June 30, 2022, the Company recognized the following product revenue:

Three Months Ended June 30, 2022

U.S.

Canada

Total

GE Atlantic salmon

$

812,415

$

207,854

$

1,020,269

Non-GE Atlantic salmon eggs

-

46,692

46,692

Non-GE Atlantic salmon fry

-

(8,712)

(8,712)

Other revenue

-

11,457

11,457

Total Revenue

$

812,415

$

257,291

$

1,069,706

Six Months Ended June 30, 2022

U.S.

Canada

Total

GE Atlantic salmon

$

1,601,392

$

339,714

$

1,941,106

Non-GE Atlantic salmon eggs

-

46,692

46,692

Non-GE Atlantic salmon fry

-

33,095

33,095

Other revenue

-

11,694

11,694

Total Revenue

$

1,601,392

$

431,195

$

2,032,587

During the period ended June 30, 2023 and 2022, the Company had the following customer concentration of revenue:

Three Months Ended June 30,

2023

2022

Customer A

45%

39%

Customer B

23%

18%

Customer C

12%

14%

All other

20%

29%

Total of all customers

100%

100%

Six Months Ended June 30,

2023

2022

Customer A

48%

37%

Customer B

23%

19%

Customer C

13%

12%

All other

16%

32%

Total of all customers

100%

100%

Net loss per share

Basic and diluted net loss per share available to common stockholders has been calculated by dividing net loss by the weighted average number of shares of common stock outstanding during the year. Basic net loss per share is based solely on the number of shares of common stock outstanding during the year. Fully diluted net loss per share includes the number of shares of common stock issuable upon the exercise or vesting of equity instruments with an exercise price less than the fair value of the common stock. Since

the Company is reporting a net loss for all periods presented, all potential shares of common stock are considered anti-dilutive and are excluded from the calculation of diluted net loss per share.

The following potentially dilutive securities have been excluded from the calculation of diluted net loss per share, as their effect is anti-dilutive:

Three Months Ended June 30,

Weighted Average Outstanding

2023

2022

Stock options

978,350

869,683

Warrants

-

418,441

Unvested stock awards

531,996

185,611

Six Months Ended June 30,

Weighted Average Outstanding

2023

2022

Stock options

909,612

800,930

Warrants

36,989

418,441

Unvested stock awards

393,368

145,440

Accounting Pronouncements

Management does not expect any recently issued, but not yet effective, accounting standards to have a material effect on its results of operations or financial condition. 

4. Risks and uncertainties

The Company is subject to risks and uncertainties common in the biotechnology and aquaculture industries. Such risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to: (i) results from current and planned product development studies and trials; (ii) decisions made by the FDA or similar regulatory bodies in other countries with respect to approval and commercial sale of any of the Company’s proposed products; (iii) the commercial acceptance of any products approved for sale and the Company’s ability to produce, distribute, and sell for a profit any products approved for sale; (iv) the Company’s ability to obtain the necessary patents and proprietary rights to effectively protect its technologies; and (v) the outcome of any collaborations or alliances entered into by the Company.

Concentration of credit risk

Financial instruments that potentially subject the Company to credit risk consist principally of cash and cash equivalents. This risk is mitigated by the Company’s policy of maintaining all balances with highly rated financial institutions and investing cash equivalents with maturities of less than 90 days. The Company’s cash balances may at times exceed insurance limitations. The Company holds cash balances in bank accounts located in Canada to fund its local operations. These amounts are subject to foreign currency exchange risk, which is minimized by the Company’s policy to limit the balances held in these accounts. Balances in Canadian bank accounts totaled $436 thousand and $518 thousand as of June 30, 2023 and December 31, 2022, respectively. The Company also holds cash equivalent investments in a highly liquid investment account at a major financial institution. As of June 30, 2023 and December 31, 2022 the cash equivalent investment balance was $0 and $10.6 million, respectively.

5. Inventory

Major classifications of inventory are summarized as follows:

June 30, 2023

December 31, 2022

Feed

$

298,608

366,957

Eggs and fry

62,980

22,140

Fish in process

1,802,187

1,869,387

Fish for sale

189,841

18,108

Inventory

$

2,353,616

2,276,592

 

6. Property, plant and equipment

Major classifications of property, plant and equipment are summarized as follows:

June 30, 2023

December 31, 2022

Land

$

2,974,834

$

2,968,561

Building and improvements

15,707,344

15,535,904

Construction in process

133,079,715

78,806,762

Equipment

17,777,275

17,259,301

Office furniture and equipment

222,429

258,972

Vehicles

108,170

106,074

Total property and equipment

$

169,869,767

$

114,935,574

Less accumulated depreciation and amortization

(9,695,280)

(8,649,388)

Property, plant and equipment, net

$

160,174,487

$

106,286,186

Depreciation expense was $1.1 million and $975 thousand, for the six months ended June 30, 2023 and 2022, respectively.

As of June 30, 2023, construction in process included $127.2 million, $4.0 million, and $1.9 million for construction related to the Ohio, Rollo Bay and Indiana farm sites, respectively. The Company is contractually committed for an additional $26.1 million as of June 30, 2023 for these projects.

7. Debt

The current material terms and conditions of debt outstanding are as follows:

Interest
rate

Monthly
repayment

Maturity
date

June 30, 2023

December 31, 2022

ACOA AIF Grant

0%

Royalties

-

$

2,167,437

$

2,119,476

ACOA term loan #1

0%

C$3,120

Feb 2027

103,635

115,158

ACOA term loan #2

0%

C$4,630

Sep 2029

262,039

276,743

ACOA term loan #3

0%

C$6,945

Dec 2025

157,227

184,500

Kubota Canada Ltd

0%

C$1,142

Jan 2025

16,381

21,077

DFO term loan

0%

C$16,865

Jan 2034

1,281,556

854,885

Finance PEI term loan

4%

C$16,313

Nov 2023

1,753,766

1,752,547

First Farmers Bank & Trust term loan

5.375%

$56,832

Oct 2028

3,149,614

3,401,019

Total debt

$

8,891,655

$

8,725,405

less: debt issuance costs

(44,431)

(52,065)

less: current portion

(2,406,147)

(2,387,231)

Long-term debt, net

$

6,441,077

$

6,286,109

Estimated principal payments remaining on debt outstanding are as follows:

Total

2023 remaining

$

2,083,332

2024

736,916

2025

836,570

2026

804,550

2027

814,531

Thereafter

3,615,756

Total

$

8,891,655

In September 2020, the Canadian Subsidiary entered into a Contribution Agreement with the Department of Fisheries and Ocean's Atlantic Fisheries Fund, whereby it is eligible to receive up to C$1.9 million ($1.4 million) to finance new equipment for its Rollo Bay farm (the “DFO Term Loan”). On March 28, 2023, the Canadian Subsidiary borrowed an additional C$539,718 ($394,156) under the DFO Term Loan. Borrowings are interest free and monthly repayments commence in August 2024, with maturity in January 2034.

In August 2020, the Indiana Subsidiary entered into a term loan agreement with First Farmers Bank and Trust (“FFBT”) in the amount of $4 million, which is secured by the assets of the Indiana subsidiary and a corporate guarantee. The agreement contains certain financial and non-financial covenants, which if not met, could result in an event of default pursuant to the terms of the loan. At June 30, 2023, the Indiana subsidiary was in compliance with its loan covenants.

The Company recognized interest expense of $132 thousand and $150 thousand for the six months ended June 30, 2023 and 2022, respectively, on its interest-bearing debt.

 

8. Leases

Lease expense for the six months ended June 30, 2023 and 2022, amounted to $44 thousand and $43 thousand, respectively. The weighted average remaining lease term of the Company’s operating leases was 26 years. Lease payments included in operating cash flows totaled $45 thousand and $42 thousand for the six months ended June 30, 2023 and 2022, respectively. The table below summarizes the outstanding lease liabilities at June 30, 2023 and December 31, 2022:

Lease Liability

June 30, 2023

December 31, 2022

Total leases

$

205,565

$

224,058

Less: current portion

(4,586)

(20,831)

Long-term leases

$

200,979

$

203,227

Remaining payments under leases are as follows:

Year

Amount

2023 remaining

$

8,486

2024

17,481

2025

18,006

2026

18,546

2027

19,103

Thereafter

564,225

Total lease payments

645,847

Less: imputed interest

(440,282)

Total operational lease liabilities

$

205,565

 

9. Stockholders’ equity

Warrants

At June 30, 2023 and December 31, 2022, there were zero and 418,441 warrants outstanding, respectively, which were issued in conjunction with a public equity offering in January 2018. All outstanding warrants expired on January 17, 2023.

Share-based compensation

At June 30, 2023, the Company has reserved 1,535,703 and 711,068 shares of common stock issuable upon the exercise of outstanding stock options and unvested stock awards, respectively under its 2006 and 2016 Equity Incentive Plans. An additional 1,362,607 shares of common stock are reserved for future equity awards under the 2016 Equity Incentive Plan.

Unvested Stock Awards

A summary of the Company’s unvested stock awards for the six months ended June 30, 2023, is as follows:

Shares

Weighted
average grant
date fair value

Unvested at December 31, 2022

199,454

$

1.86

Granted

785,417

0.53

Vested

(253,925)

1.27

Forfeited

(19,878)

1.34

Unvested at June 30, 2023

711,068

$

0.62

During the six months ended June 30, 2023 and 2022, the Company expensed $225 thousand and $230 thousand, respectively, related to the stock awards. At June 30, 2023, the balance of unearned share-based compensation to be expensed in future periods related to the stock awards is $354 thousand. The period over which the unearned share-based compensation is expected to be earned is approximately 2 years.

Stock options

The Company’s option activity is summarized as follows:

Number of
options

Weighted
average
exercise price

Outstanding at December 31, 2022

840,110

$

3.58

Issued

732,966

0.36

Exercised

Forfeited

(28,370)

0.51

Expired

(9,003)

7.50

Outstanding at June 30, 2023

1,535,703

$

2.08

Exercisable at June 30, 2023

732,465

$

3.73

Unless otherwise indicated, options issued to employees, members of the Board of Directors, and non-employees are vested daily over one to three years and are exercisable for a term of ten years from the date of issuance. There were 732,966 stock options granted during the six months ended June 30, 2023.

The total intrinsic value of all options outstanding was $0 at June 30, 2023 and December 31, 2022. The total intrinsic value of exercisable options was $0 at June 30, 2023 and December 31, 2022.

The following table summarizes information about options outstanding and exercisable at June 30, 2023:

Weighted
average exercise
price of outstanding
options

Number of
options
outstanding

Weighted
average remaining
estimated life
(in years)

Number of
options
exercisable

< $1.00

708,259

10.0

15,779

$1.49 - $2.50

712,322

6.6

608,922

$5.44 - $9.60

47,735

6.9

40,377

$10.80 - $23.40

67,387

2.7

67,387

1,535,703

732,465

Total share-based compensation on stock options amounted to $78 thousand and $88 thousand for the six months ended June 30, 2023 and 2022, respectively. At June 30, 2023, the balance of unearned share-based compensation to be expensed in future periods related to unvested share-based awards was $329 thousand. The period over which the unearned share-based compensation is expected to be earned is approximately 2 years.

 

10. Commitments and contingencies

The Company recognizes and discloses commitments when it enters into executed contractual obligations with other parties. The Company accrues contingent liabilities when it is probable that future expenditures will be made and such expenditures can be reasonably estimated.

The Company is subject to legal proceedings and claims arising in the normal course of business. Management believes that final disposition of any such matters existing at June 30, 2023, will not have a material adverse effect on the Company’s financial position or results of operations.

11. Income Taxes

The Company estimates an annual effective tax rate of 0% for the year ending December 31, 2023 as the Company incurred losses for the six months ended June 30, 2023 and is forecasting additional losses through the remainder of the year ending December 31, 2023, resulting in an estimated net loss for both financial statement and tax purposes for the year ending December 31, 2023. Therefore, no federal or state income taxes are expected and none have been recorded at this time. Income taxes have been accounted for using the liability method.

Due to the Company’s history of losses since inception, there is not enough evidence at this time to support that the Company will generate future income of a sufficient amount and nature to utilize the benefits of its net deferred tax assets. Accordingly, the deferred tax assets have been reduced by a full valuation allowance, since the Company does not currently believe that realization of its deferred tax assets is more likely than not.

As of June 30, 2023, the Company had no unrecognized income tax benefits that would reduce the Company’s effective tax rate if recognized.

 


Item 2.  Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations

The following “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” should be read in conjunction with the unaudited financial information and the notes thereto included in this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q and our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2022, which was filed on March 7, 2023.

Overview

We believe that we are a distinctive brand in the field of land-based aquaculture, leveraging decades of technology expertise to deliver innovative solutions that address food insecurity and climate change issues, while improving efficiency and sustainability. We provide fresh Atlantic salmon to nearby markets by raising our fish in carefully monitored land-based fish farms through a safe, secure and sustainable process. Our land-based Recirculating Aquaculture System farms, including our grow-out farm located in Indiana in the United States and our broodstock and egg production farm located on Prince Edward Island in Canada, are close to key consumption markets and are designed to prevent disease and to include multiple levels of fish containment to protect wild fish populations. We are raising nutritious salmon that is free of antibiotics and other contaminants and provides a solution with a reduced carbon footprint without the risk of pollution to marine ecosystems as compared to traditional sea-cage farming. Our primary product is our GE Atlantic salmon, which received FDA approval in 2015 as the first genetically engineered animal available for sale for human consumption. We commenced commercial activities in 2021 with operations in the United States and Canada. We are actively engaged in genetic, genomic, fish health and fish nutrition research, which drive continuous improvement in our operations and may lead to new, disruptive technologies and products that could further expand our competitive offerings.

Inflation

Recently elevated global inflation rates continue to impact all areas of our business. We are experiencing higher costs for farming supplies, transportation costs, wage rates, and other direct operating expenses, as well as for capital expenditures related to the construction of our farm in Ohio. We expect inflation to continue to negatively impact our results of operations for the near-term.

Revenue

We currently generate product revenue through the sales of our GE Atlantic salmon, conventional Atlantic salmon eggs and fry, and salmon byproducts. We measure our harvest volume of GE Atlantic salmon in terms of metric tons (“mt”) of live weight taken out of the water. We believe that our future revenues will depend upon the number and capacity of grow-out farms we have in operation and the market acceptance we achieve.

Product Costs

Product costs include the labor and related costs to grow out our fish, including feed, oxygen, and other direct costs; overhead; and the cost to process and ship our products to customers. A portion of production costs is absorbed into inventory as fish in process to the extent that these costs do not exceed the net realizable value of the fish biomass. The costs that are not absorbed into inventory, as well as any net realizable value inventory adjustments, are classified as product costs. Our product costs also include the labor and related costs to maintain our salmon broodstock.

Sales and Marketing Expenses

Our sales and marketing expenses currently include salaries and related costs for our sales personnel and consulting fees for market-related activities. We expect our sales and marketing expenses to increase as our production output and revenues grow.

Research and Development Expenses

We recognize research and development expenses as they are incurred. Our research and development expenses consist primarily of:

salaries and related overhead expenses for personnel in research and development functions;

fees paid to contract research organizations and consultants who perform research for us;

costs related to laboratory supplies used in our research and development efforts; and

costs related to the operation of our field trials.

General and Administrative Expenses

General and administrative expenses consist primarily of salaries and related costs for employees in executive, corporate, and finance functions. Other significant general and administrative expenses include corporate governance and public company costs, regulatory affairs, rent and utilities, insurance, and legal services.

Other Expense

Interest expense includes the interest on our outstanding loans and the amortization of debt issuance costs. Other income includes interest income, less bank charges, fees, miscellaneous gains or losses on asset disposals and realized gains or losses on investments.

Results of Operations

Comparison of the three months ended June 30, 2023, to the three months ended June 30, 2022

The following table summarizes our results of operations for the three months ended June 30, 2023 and 2022, together with the changes in those items in dollars and as a percentage (all dollar amounts in thousands):

Three Months Ended

June 30,

Dollar

%

2023

2022

Change

Change

(unaudited)

Product revenue

$

788

$

1,070

(282)

(26)%

Operating expenses:

Product costs

3,791

3,250

541

17%

Sales and marketing

194

350

(156)

(45)%

Research and development

178

208

(30)

(14)%

General and administrative

3,068

2,832

236

8%

Operating loss

6,443

5,570

873

16%

Total other expense (income)

66

(34)

100

(294)%

Net loss

$

6,509

$

5,536

973

18%

Product Revenue

Three Months Ended
June 30,

%

2023

2022

Change

Change

(unaudited)

Harvest of GE Atlantic salmon (mt)

159

129

30

23%

Product revenue

GE Atlantic salmon revenue

$

755

$

1,020

$

(265)

(26)%

Non-GE Atlantic salmon revenue

33

38

(5)

(13)%

Other revenue

-

12

(12)

(100)%

Total product revenue

$

788

$

1,070

$

(282)

(26)%

The decrease in revenue during the current period was due primarily to a decrease in market prices for Atlantic salmon and partly due to the product mix. Additionally, sales of conventional eggs and fry from the Rollo Bay farm were lower in the current period due to the timing of shipments. We expect revenues for the remainder of 2023 to be impacted by normal seasonal demand and fluctuating market prices.

Product Costs

Product costs for the three months ended June 30, 2023, were up from the corresponding period in 2022, due to a higher level of biomass at the Indiana farm, personnel costs, outside services, feed costs, and other direct supplies.

Sales and Marketing Expenses

Sales and marketing expenses for the three months ended June 30, 2023, were down from the corresponding period in 2022 due to decreases in marketing programs.

Research and Development Expenses

Research and development expenses for the three months ended June 30, 2023 were down from the corresponding period in 2022 primarily due to decreased technical services and lab costs.

General and Administrative Expenses

General and administrative expenses for the three months ended June 30, 2023, were up from the corresponding period in 2022 due to an increase in state excise tax liabilities, legal fees, audit fees and personnel costs, offset by recruitment fees.

Total Other Expense

Total other expense is comprised of interest on debt and bank charges, less interest income for the three months ended June 30, 2023, 2023 and 2022.

Comparison of the six months ended June 30, 2023, to the six months ended June 30, 2022

The following table summarizes our results of operations for the six months ended June 30, 2023 and 2022, together with the changes in those items in dollars and as a percentage (all dollar amounts in thousands):

Six Months Ended
June 30,

Dollar

%

2023

2022

Change

Change

(unaudited)

Product revenue

$

1,186

$

2,033

(847)

(42)%

Operating expenses:

Product costs

7,350

6,526

824

13%

Sales and marketing

392

598

(206)

(34)%

Research and development

301

375

(74)

(20)%

General and administrative

6,068

5,208

860

17%

Operating loss

12,925

10,674

2,251

21%

Total other expense (income)

69

(26)

95

(365)%

Net loss

$

12,994

$

10,648

2,346

22%

Product Revenue

Six Months Ended
June 30,

%

2023

2022

Change

Change

(unaudited)

Harvest of GE Atlantic salmon (mt)

225

262

(37)

(14)%

Product revenue

GE Atlantic salmon revenue

$

1,147

$

1,941

$

(794)

(41)%

Non-GE Atlantic salmon revenue

35

80

(45)

(56)%

Other revenue

4

12

(8)

(67)%

Total product revenue

$

1,186

$

2,033

$

(847)

(42)%

The decrease in revenue during the current period was due primarily to a combination of a decrease in harvest volume at our Indiana farm, as repairs were made to its processing building, and the transition of our Rollo Bay farm from production grow-out to broodstock maintenance. Additionally, sales of conventional eggs and fry from the Rollo Bay farm were lower in the current period due to the timing of shipments. We expect revenues for the remainder of 2023 to be impacted by normal seasonal demand and fluctuating market prices.

Product Costs

Product costs for the six months ended June 30, 2023, were up from the corresponding period in 2022, due to a higher level of biomass at the Indiana farm, personnel costs, outside services, feed costs and other direct supplies.

Sales and Marketing Expenses

Sales and marketing expenses for the six months ended June 30, 2023, were down from the corresponding period in 2022 due to decreases in marketing programs.

Research and Development Expenses

Research and development expenses for the six months ended June 30, 2023 were down from the corresponding period in 2022 primarily due to the receipt of provincial government grant funds in support of local hiring. Gross research and development expenses for the current period, excluding the grant funds were $414 thousand versus $400 thousand in the corresponding period in 2022.

General and Administrative Expenses

General and administrative expenses for the six months ended June 30, 2023, were up from the corresponding period in 2022 due to an increase in state excise tax liabilities, legal fees, audit fees and personnel costs offset by a decrease in recruitment costs.

Total Other Expense

Total other expense is comprised of interest on debt and bank charges, less interest income for the six months ended June 30, 2023, 2023 and 2022.

Cash Flows

The following table sets forth the significant sources and uses of cash for the periods set forth below (in thousands):

Six Months Ended
June 30,

Dollar

%

2023

2022

Change

Change

(unaudited)

Net cash (used in) provided by:

Operating activities

$

(12,246)

$

(11,256)

(990)

9%

Investing activities

(46,590)

41,966

(88,556)

(211)%

Financing activities

34

(275)

309

(112)%

Effect of exchange rate changes on cash

6

(1)

7

(700)%

Net change in cash

$

(58,796)

$

30,434

(89,230)

(293)%

Cash Flows from Operating Activities

Net cash used in operating activities during the six months ended June 30, 2023, was primarily comprised of our $13.0 million net loss, offset by non-cash depreciation and stock compensation charges of $1.4 million and increased by working capital uses of $630 thousand. Net cash used in operating activities during the six months ended June 30, 2022, was primarily comprised of our $10.6 million net loss, offset by non-cash depreciation and stock compensation charges of $1.3 million and increased by working capital uses of $1.9 million.

Spending on operations increased in the current period due to increases in state excise tax liabilities, legal fees, audit fees, compensation costs and production activities at our Indiana farm site. Cash used by working capital decreased in the current period due to decreases in uses for receivables and inventory, which was partly offset by decreased sources from accounts payable and accrued expenses.

Cash Flows from Investing Activities

During the six months ended June 30, 2023, we used $46.6 million for construction activities at our farm sites and the purchase of equipment. During the same period in 2022, we used $30.5 million for construction activities at our farm sites and the purchase of equipment, offset by cash provided by the net sale of marketable securities of $72.4 million.

Cash Flows from Financing Activities

During the six months ended June 30, 2023, we received $394 thousand from new debt and made $360 thousand in debt repayments. During the same period in 2022, we received $42 thousand from new debt and made $319 thousand in debt repayment.

Future Capital Requirements

Since inception, we have incurred cumulative net operating losses and negative cash flows from operations and we expect this to continue for the foreseeable future. As of June 30, 2023, we have $43.8 million in cash and cash equivalents, and restricted cash, a significant portion of which is required to fund our current liabilities and other contractual obligations. Our ability to continue as a going concern is dependent upon our ability to raise additional capital, and there can be no assurance that such capital will be available in sufficient amounts on terms acceptable to us, or at all. This raises substantial doubt about our ability to continue as a going concern within one year after the date that the accompanying condensed consolidated financial statements are issued.

In 2020, we entered into a term loan agreement with First Farmers Bank and Trust in the amount of $4 million, which is secured by the assets of our Indiana subsidiary and a corporate guarantee. The agreement contains certain financial and non-financial covenants, which if not met, could result in an event of default pursuant to the terms of the loan. At June 30, 2023, the Indiana subsidiary was in compliance with its loan covenants.

Until such time, if ever, as we can generate positive operating cash flows, we may finance our cash needs through a combination of equity offerings, debt financings, government or other third-party funding, strategic alliances, and licensing arrangements. To the extent that we raise additional capital through the sale of equity or convertible debt securities, the ownership interests of holders of our common stock will be diluted, and the terms of these securities may include liquidation or other preferences that adversely affect the rights of holders of our common stock. Debt financing, if available, may involve agreements that include covenants limiting or restricting our ability to take specific actions, such as incurring additional debt, making capital expenditures, or declaring dividends. If we raise additional funds through government or other third-party funding; marketing and distribution arrangements; or other collaborations, strategic alliances, or licensing arrangements with third parties, we may have to relinquish valuable rights to our technologies, future revenue streams, research programs, or product candidates or to grant licenses on terms that may not be favorable to us.

If we are unable to generate additional funds in the future through financings, sales of our products, government grants, loans, or from other sources or transactions, we will exhaust our resources and will be unable to maintain our currently planned operations. If we cannot continue as a going concern, our stockholders would likely lose most or all of their investment in us.

Critical Accounting Policies and Estimates

Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations is based on our consolidated financial statements, which we have prepared in accordance with GAAP. The preparation of our consolidated financial statements requires us to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements, as well as the reported revenues and expenses during the reporting periods. We evaluate these estimates and judgments on an ongoing basis. We base our estimates on historical experience and on various other factors that we believe are reasonable under the circumstances, the results of which form the basis for making judgments about the carrying value of assets and liabilities that are not readily apparent from other sources. Our actual results may differ from these estimates under different assumptions or conditions.

There have been no material changes to these estimates, or the policies related to them, during the six months ended June 30, 2023. For a full discussion of these estimates and policies, see “Critical Accounting Policies and Estimates” within “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2022.

Smaller Reporting Company Status

We are a “smaller reporting company,” meaning that the market value of our stock held by non-affiliates is less than $700 million and our annual revenue was less than $100 million during the most recently completed fiscal year. We may continue to be a smaller reporting company if either (i) the market value of our stock held by non-affiliates is less than $250 million or (ii) our annual revenue is less than $100 million during the most recently completed fiscal year and the market value of our stock held by non-affiliates is less than $700 million.

As a smaller reporting company, we may continue to rely on exemptions from certain disclosure requirements that are available to smaller reporting companies. Specifically, as a smaller reporting company we may choose to present only the two most recent fiscal years of audited financial statements in our Annual Report on Form 10-K and smaller reporting companies have reduced disclosure obligations regarding executive compensation.

 

Item 3.  Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk

The following sections provide quantitative information on our exposure to interest rate risk and foreign currency exchange risk. We make use of sensitivity analyses, which are inherently limited in estimating actual losses in fair value that can occur from changes in market conditions.

Interest Rate Risk

Our primary exposure to market risk is interest rate risk associated with debt financing that we utilize from time to time to fund operations or specific projects. The interest on this debt is usually determined based on a fixed rate and is contractually set in advance. As of June 30, 2023, and December 31, 2022, we had $4.9 million and $5.1 million, respectively, in interest-bearing debt instruments on our consolidated balance sheet. All of our interest-bearing debt is at fixed rates, except for our loan with First Farmers’ Bank and Trust which has a rate reset in July 2025.

Foreign Currency Exchange Risk

Our functional currency is the U.S. Dollar. The functional currency of our Canadian subsidiary is the Canadian Dollar, and the functional currency of our U.S. and Brazil subsidiaries is the U.S. Dollar. For the Canadian subsidiary, assets and liabilities are translated at the exchange rates in effect at the balance sheet date, equity accounts are translated at the historical exchange rate, and the income statement accounts are translated at the average rate for each period during the year. Net translation gains or losses are adjusted directly to a separate component of other comprehensive loss within shareholders’ equity. 

Item 4.  Controls and Procedures

Disclosure Controls and Procedures

Our management, with the participation of our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, has evaluated the effectiveness of the Company’s disclosure controls and procedures (as such term is defined in Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e) under the Exchange Act) as of the end of the period covered by this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q. Based on such evaluation, our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer have concluded that, as of the quarter ended June 30, 2023, the Company’s disclosure controls and procedures are effective in recording, processing, summarizing, and reporting, on a timely basis, information required to be disclosed by the Company in the reports that it files or submits under the Exchange Act and are effective in ensuring that information required to be disclosed by the Company in the reports that it files or submits under the Exchange Act is accumulated and communicated to the Company’s management, including the Company’s Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, as appropriate to allow timely decisions regarding required disclosure.

Changes in Internal Control Over Financial Reporting

There have been no changes in our internal control over financial reporting (as defined in Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f) under the Exchange Act) for the quarter ended June 30, 2023, that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting.

PART II. OTHER INFORMATION

Item 1.  Legal Proceedings

We are not party to any legal proceedings the outcome of which, we believe, if determined adversely to us, would individually or in the aggregate have a material adverse effect on our future business, consolidated results of operations, cash flows, or financial position. We may, from time to time, be subject to legal proceedings and claims arising from the normal course of business activities.

 

Item 1A. Risk Factors

As disclosed in “Item 1A. Risk Factors” in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2022, which was filed on March 7, 2023, there are a number of risk factors that could affect our business, financial condition, and results of operations. The following risk factors are either new or have changed materially from those set forth in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2022 or our 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2023. In evaluating our business, you should carefully review the risks described in our Annual Report on Form 10-K, including our consolidated financial statements and related notes, and in other reports we file with the Securities and Exchange Commission. We cannot assure you that any of the events discussed in the risk factors below will not occur. These risks could have a material and adverse impact on our business, results of operations, financial

condition, or prospects. If that were to happen, the trading price of our common stock could decline, and you could lose all or part of your investment.

This Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q also contains forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. Our actual results could differ materially from those anticipated in these forward-looking statements as a result of certain factors, including the risks faced by us described below, elsewhere in this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, and in our Annual Report on Form 10-K. See “Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements” for information relating to these forward-looking statements.

We have a history of net losses and will likely incur future losses and may not achieve or maintain profitability.

In the period from incorporation to June 30, 2023, we have incurred cumulative net losses of approximately $206 million. These losses reflect our personnel, research and development, production and marketing costs. Our ability to realize revenues and the timing thereof are not certain, and achieving revenues does not assure that we will become profitable. We anticipate incurring additional losses until such time that we can generate significant increases to our revenues, and/or reduce our operating costs and losses. The size of our future net losses will depend, in part, on the rate of future expenditures and our ability to significantly grow our business and increase our revenues. We expect to continue to incur substantial and increased expenses as we grow our business. We also expect a continued increase in our expenses associated with our operations as a publicly traded company.

As of June 30, 2023, we had $43.8 million in cash and cash equivalents, and restricted cash, a significant portion of which is required to fund current liabilities and other contractual obligations. Our ability to continue as a going concern is dependent upon our ability to raise additional capital and there can be no assurance that such capital will be available in sufficient amounts, on terms acceptable to us, or at all. As a result of the going concern uncertainty, there is an increased risk that our investors could lose some or all of their investment in our company.

Our business plans include the need for substantial additional capital and without it we may not be able to implement our strategy as planned or at all.

Our strategy depends on our ability to develop and construct additional farms, including our planned Ohio farm. We have begun construction of this farm and its construction, and others in the future, is contingent on a number of significant uncertainties, including those described below. As a result, we may be unable to construct such facilities as planned or at all. We may not be able to obtain the financing necessary to complete construction of our proposed facilities. We estimate that the total project cost for the Ohio farm, including construction, land, insurance and ancillary costs will significantly exceed our previous estimate of $375 million to $395 million, although this figure is likely to continue to change as we finalize the design, finalize bids from contractors and continue with construction. For example, at least partially due to recent inflationary pressures, subcontractors for certain goods and services at our Ohio farm have submitted bids above the levels that we expected. As a result of these increases, and increased interest rates, we have raised our estimate for the total cost for the project and we increased the amount of proposed debt financing. However, there can be no guarantee that our attempts will be successful, and macro-economic conditions could worsen, which could result in further cost increases and further financing and construction-related delays. Recent increases in the construction cost estimate has caused us to put construction on pause until we can evaluate the completion cost estimate and our financing strategy.

We do not have the financial resources required to fully finance the construction of the Ohio farm. We will seek to raise part of these necessary funds through debt financing. Recent increases to interest rates have increased the borrowing costs for this financing, and any further increases before the financing is complete could further increase such costs. Volatility and/or declines in equity markets in general, and for our securities, may cause equity financing to be unavailable on acceptable terms or at all. We may also need further funding if there are delays in construction or increased construction costs at our construction site in Ohio. We may finance unanticipated construction costs by issuing equity securities or debt. The delay or failure of regulatory bodies to approve our construction plans, disruption and volatility in the financial markets, tighter credit markets and a downturn in the seafood market may negatively impact our ability to obtain financing. We may not have access to the required funding, or funding may not be available to us on acceptable terms.

We may not be able to obtain the approvals and permits that will be necessary in order to construct and operate our facilities as planned. We will need to obtain a number of required permits in connection with the hydrology, construction and operation of our farms, which is often a time-consuming process. We will also need to obtain FDA approval to grow our GE Atlantic salmon in the facility. If we experience delays in obtaining the required approvals and permits for our farms, our expected construction completion date, commercial stocking and first sale of our GE Atlantic salmon may be delayed. If we are unable to obtain the required approvals and permits for our farms, we will not be able to construct the farms. In addition, federal, state and local governmental requirements could substantially increase our costs, which could materially harm our results of operations and financial condition.

We have encountered cost increases in the expected construction cost of the Ohio farm, and may encounter further unanticipated difficulties and cost overruns in constructing this farm and other future farms. Preparing cost and timing estimates for complex RAS farms is inherently difficult and subject to change based on a number of factors that we have experienced to date and may experience in the future, including design changes, increasing inflationary pressure on costs of materials and labor, the impact of health epidemics such as COVID-19, construction delays, dependence on contractors, the impact of increasing interest rates on financing costs, customer requirements and unexpected complications. As a result, we may encounter unanticipated difficulties and the construction and development of our proposed farms may be more costly or time-consuming than we anticipate.

Delays and defects may cause our costs to increase to a level that would make one or more of our farms too expensive to construct or unprofitable. We may suffer significant delays or cost overruns at our farms that could prevent us from commencing operations as expected as a result of various factors. These factors include shortages of workers or materials, construction and equipment cost escalation, transportation constraints, adverse weather, unforeseen difficulties or labor issues, or changes in political administrations at the federal, state or local levels that result in policy change towards genetically engineered foods in general or our products and farms in particular. Defects in materials or workmanship could also delay the commencement of operations of our planned farms, increase production costs or negatively affect the quality of our products. Due to these or other unforeseen factors, we may not be able to proceed with the construction or operation of our farms in a timely manner or at all.

 

Item 2.  Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds

None.

 

Item 3.  Defaults Upon Senior Securities

None.

 

Item 4.  Mine Safety Disclosures

Not applicable.

 

Item 5.  Other Information

None.

Item 6. Exhibits

EXHIBIT INDEX

Exhibit Number

Exhibit Description

31.1

Certification of the Chief Executive Officer pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

31.2

Certification of the Chief Financial Officer pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

32.1+

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† Management contract or compensatory plan or arrangement.

+The certification furnished in Exhibit 32.1 hereto is deemed to accompany this Form 10-Q and will not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Such certification will not be deemed to be incorporated by reference into any filings under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, except to the extent that the Registrant specifically incorporates it by reference. 


Signatures

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.

AQUABOUNTY TECHNOLOGIES, INC.

August 1, 2023

/s/ Sylvia Wulf

Sylvia Wulf

President, Chief Executive Officer, and Director

(Principal Executive Officer)

/s/ David A. Frank

David A. Frank

Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer

(Principal Financial Officer and Principal Accounting Officer)

 

21

EXHIBIT 31.1

 

Certification



I, Sylvia Wulf, certify that:



1. I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of AquaBounty Technologies, Inc.;



2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period covered by this report;



3. Based on my knowledge, the financial statements, and other financial information included in this report, fairly present in all material respects the financial condition, results of operations, and cash flows of the registrant as of, and for, the periods presented in this report;



4. The registrant’s other certifying officer and I are responsible for establishing and maintaining disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e)) and internal control over financial reporting (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f)) for the registrant and have:



(a) designed such disclosure controls and procedures, or caused such disclosure controls and procedures to be designed under our supervision, to ensure that material information relating to the registrant, including its consolidated subsidiaries, is made known to us by others within those entities, particularly during the period in which this report is being prepared;



(b) designed such internal controls over financial reporting, or caused such internal controls over financial reporting to be designed under our supervision, to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles;



(c) evaluated the effectiveness of the registrant’s disclosure controls and procedures and presented in this report our conclusions about the effectiveness of the disclosure controls and procedures, as of the end of the period covered by this report based on such evaluation; and



(d) disclosed in this report any change in the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting that occurred during the registrant’s most recent fiscal quarter (the registrant’s fourth fiscal quarter in the case of an annual report) that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting; and



5. The registrant’s other certifying officer and I have disclosed, based on our most recent evaluation of internal control over financial reporting, to the registrant’s auditors and the audit committee of the registrant’s Board of Directors (or persons performing the equivalent functions):



(a) all significant deficiencies and material weaknesses in the design or operation of internal control over financial reporting which are reasonably likely to adversely affect the registrant’s ability to record, process, summarize, and report financial information; and



(b) any fraud, whether or not material, that involves management or other employees who have a significant role in the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting.





 

 

Date:   August 1, 2023

 

/s/ Sylvia Wulf



 

Sylvia Wulf



 

Chief Executive Officer



 

(Principal Executive Officer)




EXHIBIT 31.2

 

Certification



I, David A. Frank, certify that:



1. I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of AquaBounty Technologies, Inc.;



2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period covered by this report;



3. Based on my knowledge, the financial statements, and other financial information included in this report, fairly present in all material respects the financial condition, results of operations, and cash flows of the registrant as of, and for, the periods presented in this report;



4. The registrant’s other certifying officer and I are responsible for establishing and maintaining disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e)) and internal control over financial reporting (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f)) for the registrant and have:



(a) designed such disclosure controls and procedures, or caused such disclosure controls and procedures to be designed under our supervision, to ensure that material information relating to the registrant, including its consolidated subsidiaries, is made known to us by others within those entities, particularly during the period in which this report is being prepared;



(b) designed such internal controls over financial reporting, or caused such internal controls over financial reporting to be designed under our supervision, to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles;



(c) evaluated the effectiveness of the registrant’s disclosure controls and procedures and presented in this report our conclusions about the effectiveness of the disclosure controls and procedures, as of the end of the period covered by this report based on such evaluation; and



(d) disclosed in this report any change in the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting that occurred during the registrant’s most recent fiscal quarter (the registrant’s fourth fiscal quarter in the case of an annual report) that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting; and



5. The registrant’s other certifying officer and I have disclosed, based on our most recent evaluation of internal control over financial reporting, to the registrant’s auditors and the audit committee of the registrant’s Board of Directors (or persons performing the equivalent functions):



(a) all significant deficiencies and material weaknesses in the design or operation of internal control over financial reporting which are reasonably likely to adversely affect the registrant’s ability to record, process, summarize, and report financial information; and



(b) any fraud, whether or not material, that involves management or other employees who have a significant role in the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting.





 

 

Date:    August 1, 2023

 

/s/ David A. Frank



 

David A. Frank



 

Chief Financial Officer



 

(Principal Financial Officer)




EXHIBIT 32.1

 

The following certification is being made to the Securities and Exchange Commission solely for purposes of Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (18 U.S.C. 1350). This certification is not to be deemed a part of the Report, nor is it deemed to be “filed” for any purpose whatsoever.



In accordance with the requirements of Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (18 USC 1350), each of the undersigned hereby certifies, to his knowledge, that:



(i) the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarterly period ended June 30, 2023, which this statement accompanies, fully complies with the requirements of section 13(a) or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (15 U.S.C. 78m or 78o(d)); and



(ii) the information contained in the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarterly period ended June 30, 2023, fairly presents, in all material respects, the financial condition and results of operations of AquaBounty Technologies, Inc.



Dated as of this 1st day of August,  2023.





 

 

/s/ Sylvia Wulf

 

/s/ David A. Frank

Sylvia Wulf

Chief Executive Officer

(Principal Executive Officer)

 

David A. Frank

Chief Financial Officer

(Principal Financial Officer)




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Entity Central Index Key 0001603978  
v3.23.2
Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets - USD ($)
Jun. 30, 2023
Dec. 31, 2022
Current assets:    
Cash and cash equivalents $ 42,842,280 $ 101,638,557
Inventory 2,353,616 2,276,592
Prepaid expenses and other current assets 3,375,949 2,133,583
Total current assets 48,571,845 106,048,732
Property, plant and equipment, net 160,174,487 106,286,186
Right of use assets, net 205,565 222,856
Intangible assets, net 211,287 218,139
Restricted cash 1,000,000 1,000,000
Other assets 52,793 64,859
Total assets 210,215,977 213,840,772
Current liabilities:    
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities 20,875,113 12,000,592
Accrued employee compensation 943,248 1,021,740
Current debt 2,406,147 2,387,231
Other current liabilities 4,586 20,830
Total current liabilities 24,229,094 15,430,393
Long-term lease obligations 200,979 203,227
Long-term debt, net 6,441,077 6,286,109
Total liabilities 30,871,150 21,919,729
Commitments and contingencies
Stockholders’ equity:    
Common stock, $0.001 par value, 150,000,000 shares authorized at June 30, 2023 and December 31, 2022; 71,345,649 and 71,110,713 shares outstanding at June 30, 2023 and December 31, 2022, respectively 71,346 71,111
Additional paid-in capital 385,691,274 385,388,684
Accumulated other comprehensive loss (401,002) (516,775)
Accumulated deficit (206,016,791) (193,021,977)
Total stockholders’ equity 179,344,827 191,921,043
Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity $ 210,215,977 $ 213,840,772
v3.23.2
Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets (Parenthetical) - $ / shares
Jun. 30, 2023
Dec. 31, 2022
Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets [Abstract]    
Common stock, par value (in dollars per share) $ 0.001 $ 0.001
Common stock, shares authorized (in shares) 150,000,000 150,000,000
Common stock, shares outstanding (in shares) 71,345,649 71,110,713
v3.23.2
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations and Comprehensive Loss - USD ($)
3 Months Ended 6 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2023
Jun. 30, 2022
Jun. 30, 2023
Jun. 30, 2022
Revenues        
Product revenues $ 788,430 $ 1,069,706 $ 1,186,276 $ 2,032,587
Costs and expenses        
Product costs 3,790,878 3,250,106 7,350,118 6,525,796
Sales and marketing 194,254 349,917 392,539 597,489
Research and development 178,394 208,292 301,311 375,481
General and administrative 3,067,533 2,831,930 6,068,015 5,208,166
Total costs and expenses 7,231,059 6,640,245 14,111,983 12,706,932
Operating loss (6,442,629) (5,570,539) (12,925,707) (10,674,345)
Other expense        
Interest expense (65,789) (74,694) (132,063) (149,982)
Other (expense) income, net (328) 109,191 62,956 176,559
Total other (expense) income (66,117) 34,497 (69,107) 26,577
Net loss (6,508,746) (5,536,042) (12,994,814) (10,647,768)
Other comprehensive income (loss):        
Foreign currency translation gain (loss) 111,346 (153,602) 115,773 (70,697)
Unrealized gain on marketable securities   121,796   7,731
Total other comprehensive income (loss) 111,346 (31,806) 115,773 (62,966)
Comprehensive loss $ (6,397,400) $ (5,567,848) $ (12,879,041) $ (10,710,734)
Net Loss Per Share, Basic $ (0.09) $ (0.08) $ (0.18) $ (0.15)
Net Loss Per Share, Diluted $ (0.09) $ (0.08) $ (0.18) $ (0.15)
Weighted average number of Common Shares -        
Weighted Average Number of Shares Outstanding, Basic 71,344,025 71,068,671 71,256,782 71,036,562
Weighted Average Number of Shares Outstanding, Diluted 71,344,025 71,068,671 71,256,782 71,036,562
v3.23.2
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Changes in Stockholders' Equity - USD ($)
Common Stock [Member]
Additional Paid-In Capital [Member]
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss [Member]
Accumulated Deficit [Member]
Total
Beginning balance (in shares) at Dec. 31, 2021 71,025,738        
Beginning balance at Dec. 31, 2021 $ 71,026 $ 384,852,107 $ (255,588) $ (170,864,782) $ 213,802,763
Net loss       (5,111,726) (5,111,726)
Other comprehensive income (loss)     (31,160)   (31,160)
Share based compensation (in shares) 83,963        
Share based compensation $ 84 211,244     211,328
Ending balance (in shares) at Mar. 31, 2022 71,109,701        
Ending balance at Mar. 31, 2022 $ 71,110 385,063,351 (286,748) (175,976,508) 208,871,205
Beginning balance (in shares) at Dec. 31, 2021 71,025,738        
Beginning balance at Dec. 31, 2021 $ 71,026 384,852,107 (255,588) (170,864,782) 213,802,763
Net loss         (10,647,768)
Other comprehensive income (loss)         (62,966)
Ending balance (in shares) at Jun. 30, 2022 71,110,713        
Ending balance at Jun. 30, 2022 $ 71,111 385,172,168 (318,554) (181,512,550) 203,412,175
Beginning balance (in shares) at Mar. 31, 2022 71,109,701        
Beginning balance at Mar. 31, 2022 $ 71,110 385,063,351 (286,748) (175,976,508) 208,871,205
Net loss       (5,536,042) (5,536,042)
Other comprehensive income (loss)     (31,806)   (31,806)
Exercise of warrants for common stock (in shares) 1,012        
Exercise of warrants for common stock $ 1 1,537     1,538
Share based compensation   107,280     107,280
Ending balance (in shares) at Jun. 30, 2022 71,110,713        
Ending balance at Jun. 30, 2022 $ 71,111 385,172,168 (318,554) (181,512,550) 203,412,175
Beginning balance (in shares) at Dec. 31, 2022 71,110,713        
Beginning balance at Dec. 31, 2022 $ 71,111 385,388,684 (516,775) (193,021,977) 191,921,043
Net loss       (6,486,068) (6,486,068)
Other comprehensive income (loss)     4,427   4,427
Share based compensation (in shares) 228,225        
Share based compensation $ 228 196,413     196,641
Ending balance (in shares) at Mar. 31, 2023 71,338,938        
Ending balance at Mar. 31, 2023 $ 71,339 385,585,097 (512,348) (199,508,045) 185,636,043
Beginning balance (in shares) at Dec. 31, 2022 71,110,713        
Beginning balance at Dec. 31, 2022 $ 71,111 385,388,684 (516,775) (193,021,977) 191,921,043
Net loss         (12,994,814)
Other comprehensive income (loss)         115,773
Ending balance (in shares) at Jun. 30, 2023 71,345,649        
Ending balance at Jun. 30, 2023 $ 71,346 385,691,274 (401,002) (206,016,791) 179,344,827
Beginning balance (in shares) at Mar. 31, 2023 71,338,938        
Beginning balance at Mar. 31, 2023 $ 71,339 385,585,097 (512,348) (199,508,045) 185,636,043
Net loss       (6,508,746) (6,508,746)
Other comprehensive income (loss)     111,346   111,346
Share based compensation (in shares) 6,711        
Share based compensation $ 7 106,177     106,184
Ending balance (in shares) at Jun. 30, 2023 71,345,649        
Ending balance at Jun. 30, 2023 $ 71,346 $ 385,691,274 $ (401,002) $ (206,016,791) $ 179,344,827
v3.23.2
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows - USD ($)
6 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2023
Jun. 30, 2022
Operating activities    
Net loss $ (12,994,814) $ (10,647,768)
Adjustment to reconcile net loss to net cash used in operating activities:    
Depreciation and amortization 1,066,476 988,292
Share-based compensation 302,825 318,608
Other non-cash charge 9,408 14,860
Changes in operating assets and liabilities:    
Inventory (74,789) (661,090)
Prepaid expenses and other assets (1,225,343) (2,883,505)
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities 748,443 1,705,335
Accrued employee compensation (78,492) (91,140)
Net cash used in operating activities (12,246,286) (11,256,408)
Investing activities    
Purchases of and deposits on property, plant and equipment (46,586,998) (30,472,704)
Maturities of marketable securities   120,047,915
Purchases of marketable securities   (47,621,291)
Other investing activities (3,263) 12,500
Net cash (used in) provided by investing activities (46,590,261) 41,966,420
Financing activities    
Proceeds from issuance of debt 394,156 42,338
Repayment of term debt (359,704) (318,600)
Proceeds from the exercise of stock options and warrants   1,538
Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities 34,452 (274,724)
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash 5,818 (1,387)
Net change in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash (58,796,277) 30,433,901
Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash at beginning of period 102,638,557 89,454,988
Total cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash 43,842,280 119,888,889
Reconciliation of cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash reported in the consolidated balance sheet:    
Cash and cash equivalents 42,842,280 118,888,889
Restricted cash 1,000,000 1,000,000
Total cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash 43,842,280 119,888,889
Supplemental disclosure of cash flow information and non-cash transactions:    
Interest paid in cash 124,430 141,490
Property and equipment included in accounts payable and accrued liabilities $ 18,682,066 $ 3,758,842
v3.23.2
Nature of Business and Organization
6 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2023
Nature of Business and Organization [Abstract]  
Nature of Business and Organization 1. Nature of business and organization

AquaBounty Technologies, Inc. (the “Parent” and, together with its wholly owned subsidiaries, the “Company”) was incorporated in December 1991 in the State of Delaware for the purpose of conducting research and development of the commercial viability of a group of proteins commonly known as antifreeze proteins. In 1996, the Parent obtained the exclusive licensing rights for a gene construct (transgene) used to create a breed of farm-raised Atlantic salmon that exhibit growth rates that are substantially faster than conventional Atlantic salmon. In 2015, the Parent obtained regulatory approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for the production and sale of its genetically engineered AquAdvantage salmon product (“GE Atlantic salmon”) in the United States and in 2016, the Parent obtained regulatory approval from Health Canada for the production and sale of its GE Atlantic salmon product in Canada. In 2021, the Parent obtained regulatory approval from the National Biosafety Technical Commission for the sale of its GE Atlantic salmon product in Brazil. In 2021, the Company began harvesting and selling its GE Atlantic salmon in the United States and Canada.
v3.23.2
Going Concern Uncertainty
6 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2023
Going Concern Uncertainty [Abstract]  
Going Concern Uncertainty 2. Going Concern Uncertainty

Since inception, the Company has incurred cumulative operating losses and negative cash flows from operations and expects that this will continue for the foreseeable future. As of June 30, 2023, the Company has $43.8 million in cash and cash equivalents, and restricted cash, a significant portion of which is required to fund its current liabilities and other contractual obligations.

The Company’s ability to continue as a going concern is dependent upon its ability to raise additional capital and there can be no assurance that such capital will be available in sufficient amounts or on terms acceptable to the Company. This raises substantial doubt about the Company’s ability to continue as a going concern within one year after the date that the accompanying condensed consolidated financial statements are issued. The accompanying condensed consolidated financial statements have been prepared on a going concern basis, which contemplates the realization of assets and the satisfaction of liabilities in the normal course of business and do not include any adjustments that might result from the outcome of this uncertainty.

v3.23.2
Basis of Presentation
6 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2023
Basis of Presentation [Abstract]  
Basis of Presentation 3. Basis of presentation

The unaudited interim condensed consolidated financial statements include the accounts of AquaBounty Technologies, Inc. and its wholly owned direct subsidiaries. All intercompany transactions and balances have been eliminated upon consolidation.

The unaudited interim condensed consolidated financial statements have been prepared in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles in the United States (“GAAP”) consistent with those applied in, and should be read in conjunction with, the Company’s audited financial statements and related notes for the year ended December 31, 2022. The unaudited interim condensed consolidated financial statements reflect all adjustments, consisting only of normal recurring adjustments, which are, in the opinion of management, necessary for a fair presentation of the Company’s financial position as of June 30, 2023, results of operations and cash flows for the interim periods presented, and are not necessarily indicative of results for subsequent interim periods or for the full year. The unaudited interim condensed consolidated financial statements do not include all of the information and notes required by GAAP for complete financial statements, as allowed by the relevant U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) rules and regulations; however, the Company believes that its disclosures are adequate to ensure that the information presented is not misleading.

Inventories

Inventories are mainly comprised of feed, eggs, fry, fish in process and fish for sale. Fish in process inventory is a biological asset that is measured based on the estimated biomass of fish on hand. The Company has established a standard procedure to estimate the biomass of fish on hand using counting and sampling techniques. The Company measures inventory at the lower of cost or net realizable value (“NRV”), where NRV is defined as the estimated market price, less the estimated costs of processing, packaging and transportation. The Company considers fish that has been harvested and transported from its farm to be fish for sale.

Revenue recognition

The Company is comprised of one reporting segment and generates revenue from the sale of its products. Revenue is recognized when the customer takes physical control of the goods, in an amount that reflects the consideration that the Company expects to receive in exchange for the goods. Revenue excludes any sales tax collected and includes any estimate of future credits.

During the period ended June 30, 2023, the Company recognized the following product revenue:

Three Months Ended June 30, 2023

U.S.

Canada

Total

GE Atlantic salmon

$

754,310

$

-

$

754,310

Non-GE Atlantic salmon eggs

-

-

-

Non-GE Atlantic salmon fry

33,527

33,527

Other revenue

-

593

593

Total Revenue

$

754,310

$

34,120

$

788,430

Six Months Ended June 30, 2023

U.S.

Canada

Total

GE Atlantic salmon

$

1,146,738

$

-

$

1,146,738

Non-GE Atlantic salmon eggs

-

730

730

Non-GE Atlantic salmon fry

34,257

34,257

Other revenue

-

4,551

4,551

Total Revenue

$

1,146,738

$

39,538

$

1,186,276

During the period ended June 30, 2022, the Company recognized the following product revenue:

Three Months Ended June 30, 2022

U.S.

Canada

Total

GE Atlantic salmon

$

812,415

$

207,854

$

1,020,269

Non-GE Atlantic salmon eggs

-

46,692

46,692

Non-GE Atlantic salmon fry

-

(8,712)

(8,712)

Other revenue

-

11,457

11,457

Total Revenue

$

812,415

$

257,291

$

1,069,706

Six Months Ended June 30, 2022

U.S.

Canada

Total

GE Atlantic salmon

$

1,601,392

$

339,714

$

1,941,106

Non-GE Atlantic salmon eggs

-

46,692

46,692

Non-GE Atlantic salmon fry

-

33,095

33,095

Other revenue

-

11,694

11,694

Total Revenue

$

1,601,392

$

431,195

$

2,032,587

During the period ended June 30, 2023 and 2022, the Company had the following customer concentration of revenue:

Three Months Ended June 30,

2023

2022

Customer A

45%

39%

Customer B

23%

18%

Customer C

12%

14%

All other

20%

29%

Total of all customers

100%

100%

Six Months Ended June 30,

2023

2022

Customer A

48%

37%

Customer B

23%

19%

Customer C

13%

12%

All other

16%

32%

Total of all customers

100%

100%

Net loss per share

Basic and diluted net loss per share available to common stockholders has been calculated by dividing net loss by the weighted average number of shares of common stock outstanding during the year. Basic net loss per share is based solely on the number of shares of common stock outstanding during the year. Fully diluted net loss per share includes the number of shares of common stock issuable upon the exercise or vesting of equity instruments with an exercise price less than the fair value of the common stock. Since

the Company is reporting a net loss for all periods presented, all potential shares of common stock are considered anti-dilutive and are excluded from the calculation of diluted net loss per share.

The following potentially dilutive securities have been excluded from the calculation of diluted net loss per share, as their effect is anti-dilutive:

Three Months Ended June 30,

Weighted Average Outstanding

2023

2022

Stock options

978,350

869,683

Warrants

-

418,441

Unvested stock awards

531,996

185,611

Six Months Ended June 30,

Weighted Average Outstanding

2023

2022

Stock options

909,612

800,930

Warrants

36,989

418,441

Unvested stock awards

393,368

145,440

Accounting Pronouncements

Management does not expect any recently issued, but not yet effective, accounting standards to have a material effect on its results of operations or financial condition. 
v3.23.2
Risks and Uncertainties
6 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2023
Risks and Uncertainties [Abstract]  
Risks and Uncertainties 4. Risks and uncertainties

The Company is subject to risks and uncertainties common in the biotechnology and aquaculture industries. Such risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to: (i) results from current and planned product development studies and trials; (ii) decisions made by the FDA or similar regulatory bodies in other countries with respect to approval and commercial sale of any of the Company’s proposed products; (iii) the commercial acceptance of any products approved for sale and the Company’s ability to produce, distribute, and sell for a profit any products approved for sale; (iv) the Company’s ability to obtain the necessary patents and proprietary rights to effectively protect its technologies; and (v) the outcome of any collaborations or alliances entered into by the Company.

Concentration of credit risk

Financial instruments that potentially subject the Company to credit risk consist principally of cash and cash equivalents. This risk is mitigated by the Company’s policy of maintaining all balances with highly rated financial institutions and investing cash equivalents with maturities of less than 90 days. The Company’s cash balances may at times exceed insurance limitations. The Company holds cash balances in bank accounts located in Canada to fund its local operations. These amounts are subject to foreign currency exchange risk, which is minimized by the Company’s policy to limit the balances held in these accounts. Balances in Canadian bank accounts totaled $436 thousand and $518 thousand as of June 30, 2023 and December 31, 2022, respectively. The Company also holds cash equivalent investments in a highly liquid investment account at a major financial institution. As of June 30, 2023 and December 31, 2022 the cash equivalent investment balance was $0 and $10.6 million, respectively.
v3.23.2
Inventory
6 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2023
Inventory [Abstract]  
Inventory 5. Inventory

Major classifications of inventory are summarized as follows:

June 30, 2023

December 31, 2022

Feed

$

298,608

366,957

Eggs and fry

62,980

22,140

Fish in process

1,802,187

1,869,387

Fish for sale

189,841

18,108

Inventory

$

2,353,616

2,276,592

 
v3.23.2
Property, Plant and Equipment
6 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2023
Property, Plant and Equipment [Abstract]  
Property, Plant and Equipment 6. Property, plant and equipment

Major classifications of property, plant and equipment are summarized as follows:

June 30, 2023

December 31, 2022

Land

$

2,974,834

$

2,968,561

Building and improvements

15,707,344

15,535,904

Construction in process

133,079,715

78,806,762

Equipment

17,777,275

17,259,301

Office furniture and equipment

222,429

258,972

Vehicles

108,170

106,074

Total property and equipment

$

169,869,767

$

114,935,574

Less accumulated depreciation and amortization

(9,695,280)

(8,649,388)

Property, plant and equipment, net

$

160,174,487

$

106,286,186

Depreciation expense was $1.1 million and $975 thousand, for the six months ended June 30, 2023 and 2022, respectively.

As of June 30, 2023, construction in process included $127.2 million, $4.0 million, and $1.9 million for construction related to the Ohio, Rollo Bay and Indiana farm sites, respectively. The Company is contractually committed for an additional $26.1 million as of June 30, 2023 for these projects.
v3.23.2
Debt
6 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2023
Debt [Abstract]  
Debt 7. Debt

The current material terms and conditions of debt outstanding are as follows:

Interest
rate

Monthly
repayment

Maturity
date

June 30, 2023

December 31, 2022

ACOA AIF Grant

0%

Royalties

-

$

2,167,437

$

2,119,476

ACOA term loan #1

0%

C$3,120

Feb 2027

103,635

115,158

ACOA term loan #2

0%

C$4,630

Sep 2029

262,039

276,743

ACOA term loan #3

0%

C$6,945

Dec 2025

157,227

184,500

Kubota Canada Ltd

0%

C$1,142

Jan 2025

16,381

21,077

DFO term loan

0%

C$16,865

Jan 2034

1,281,556

854,885

Finance PEI term loan

4%

C$16,313

Nov 2023

1,753,766

1,752,547

First Farmers Bank & Trust term loan

5.375%

$56,832

Oct 2028

3,149,614

3,401,019

Total debt

$

8,891,655

$

8,725,405

less: debt issuance costs

(44,431)

(52,065)

less: current portion

(2,406,147)

(2,387,231)

Long-term debt, net

$

6,441,077

$

6,286,109

Estimated principal payments remaining on debt outstanding are as follows:

Total

2023 remaining

$

2,083,332

2024

736,916

2025

836,570

2026

804,550

2027

814,531

Thereafter

3,615,756

Total

$

8,891,655

In September 2020, the Canadian Subsidiary entered into a Contribution Agreement with the Department of Fisheries and Ocean's Atlantic Fisheries Fund, whereby it is eligible to receive up to C$1.9 million ($1.4 million) to finance new equipment for its Rollo Bay farm (the “DFO Term Loan”). On March 28, 2023, the Canadian Subsidiary borrowed an additional C$539,718 ($394,156) under the DFO Term Loan. Borrowings are interest free and monthly repayments commence in August 2024, with maturity in January 2034.

In August 2020, the Indiana Subsidiary entered into a term loan agreement with First Farmers Bank and Trust (“FFBT”) in the amount of $4 million, which is secured by the assets of the Indiana subsidiary and a corporate guarantee. The agreement contains certain financial and non-financial covenants, which if not met, could result in an event of default pursuant to the terms of the loan. At June 30, 2023, the Indiana subsidiary was in compliance with its loan covenants.

The Company recognized interest expense of $132 thousand and $150 thousand for the six months ended June 30, 2023 and 2022, respectively, on its interest-bearing debt.

 
v3.23.2
Leases
6 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2023
Leases [Abstract]  
Leases 8. Leases

Lease expense for the six months ended June 30, 2023 and 2022, amounted to $44 thousand and $43 thousand, respectively. The weighted average remaining lease term of the Company’s operating leases was 26 years. Lease payments included in operating cash flows totaled $45 thousand and $42 thousand for the six months ended June 30, 2023 and 2022, respectively. The table below summarizes the outstanding lease liabilities at June 30, 2023 and December 31, 2022:

Lease Liability

June 30, 2023

December 31, 2022

Total leases

$

205,565

$

224,058

Less: current portion

(4,586)

(20,831)

Long-term leases

$

200,979

$

203,227

Remaining payments under leases are as follows:

Year

Amount

2023 remaining

$

8,486

2024

17,481

2025

18,006

2026

18,546

2027

19,103

Thereafter

564,225

Total lease payments

645,847

Less: imputed interest

(440,282)

Total operational lease liabilities

$

205,565

 
v3.23.2
Stockholders' Equity
6 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2023
Stockholders' Equity [Abstract]  
Stockholders' Equity 9. Stockholders’ equity

Warrants

At June 30, 2023 and December 31, 2022, there were zero and 418,441 warrants outstanding, respectively, which were issued in conjunction with a public equity offering in January 2018. All outstanding warrants expired on January 17, 2023.

Share-based compensation

At June 30, 2023, the Company has reserved 1,535,703 and 711,068 shares of common stock issuable upon the exercise of outstanding stock options and unvested stock awards, respectively under its 2006 and 2016 Equity Incentive Plans. An additional 1,362,607 shares of common stock are reserved for future equity awards under the 2016 Equity Incentive Plan.

Unvested Stock Awards

A summary of the Company’s unvested stock awards for the six months ended June 30, 2023, is as follows:

Shares

Weighted
average grant
date fair value

Unvested at December 31, 2022

199,454

$

1.86

Granted

785,417

0.53

Vested

(253,925)

1.27

Forfeited

(19,878)

1.34

Unvested at June 30, 2023

711,068

$

0.62

During the six months ended June 30, 2023 and 2022, the Company expensed $225 thousand and $230 thousand, respectively, related to the stock awards. At June 30, 2023, the balance of unearned share-based compensation to be expensed in future periods related to the stock awards is $354 thousand. The period over which the unearned share-based compensation is expected to be earned is approximately 2 years.

Stock options

The Company’s option activity is summarized as follows:

Number of
options

Weighted
average
exercise price

Outstanding at December 31, 2022

840,110

$

3.58

Issued

732,966

0.36

Exercised

Forfeited

(28,370)

0.51

Expired

(9,003)

7.50

Outstanding at June 30, 2023

1,535,703

$

2.08

Exercisable at June 30, 2023

732,465

$

3.73

Unless otherwise indicated, options issued to employees, members of the Board of Directors, and non-employees are vested daily over one to three years and are exercisable for a term of ten years from the date of issuance. There were 732,966 stock options granted during the six months ended June 30, 2023.

The total intrinsic value of all options outstanding was $0 at June 30, 2023 and December 31, 2022. The total intrinsic value of exercisable options was $0 at June 30, 2023 and December 31, 2022.

The following table summarizes information about options outstanding and exercisable at June 30, 2023:

Weighted
average exercise
price of outstanding
options

Number of
options
outstanding

Weighted
average remaining
estimated life
(in years)

Number of
options
exercisable

< $1.00

708,259

10.0

15,779

$1.49 - $2.50

712,322

6.6

608,922

$5.44 - $9.60

47,735

6.9

40,377

$10.80 - $23.40

67,387

2.7

67,387

1,535,703

732,465

Total share-based compensation on stock options amounted to $78 thousand and $88 thousand for the six months ended June 30, 2023 and 2022, respectively. At June 30, 2023, the balance of unearned share-based compensation to be expensed in future periods related to unvested share-based awards was $329 thousand. The period over which the unearned share-based compensation is expected to be earned is approximately 2 years.

 
v3.23.2
Commitments and Contingencies
6 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2023
Commitments and Contingencies [Abstract]  
Commitments and Contingencies 10. Commitments and contingencies

The Company recognizes and discloses commitments when it enters into executed contractual obligations with other parties. The Company accrues contingent liabilities when it is probable that future expenditures will be made and such expenditures can be reasonably estimated.

The Company is subject to legal proceedings and claims arising in the normal course of business. Management believes that final disposition of any such matters existing at June 30, 2023, will not have a material adverse effect on the Company’s financial position or results of operations.

v3.23.2
Income Taxes
6 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2023
Income Taxes [Abstract]  
Income Taxes 11. Income Taxes

The Company estimates an annual effective tax rate of 0% for the year ending December 31, 2023 as the Company incurred losses for the six months ended June 30, 2023 and is forecasting additional losses through the remainder of the year ending December 31, 2023, resulting in an estimated net loss for both financial statement and tax purposes for the year ending December 31, 2023. Therefore, no federal or state income taxes are expected and none have been recorded at this time. Income taxes have been accounted for using the liability method.

Due to the Company’s history of losses since inception, there is not enough evidence at this time to support that the Company will generate future income of a sufficient amount and nature to utilize the benefits of its net deferred tax assets. Accordingly, the deferred tax assets have been reduced by a full valuation allowance, since the Company does not currently believe that realization of its deferred tax assets is more likely than not.

As of June 30, 2023, the Company had no unrecognized income tax benefits that would reduce the Company’s effective tax rate if recognized.

 
v3.23.2
Nature of Business and Organization (Policy)
6 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2023
Nature of Business and Organization [Abstract]  
Nature of Business and Organization 1. Nature of business and organization

AquaBounty Technologies, Inc. (the “Parent” and, together with its wholly owned subsidiaries, the “Company”) was incorporated in December 1991 in the State of Delaware for the purpose of conducting research and development of the commercial viability of a group of proteins commonly known as antifreeze proteins. In 1996, the Parent obtained the exclusive licensing rights for a gene construct (transgene) used to create a breed of farm-raised Atlantic salmon that exhibit growth rates that are substantially faster than conventional Atlantic salmon. In 2015, the Parent obtained regulatory approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for the production and sale of its genetically engineered AquAdvantage salmon product (“GE Atlantic salmon”) in the United States and in 2016, the Parent obtained regulatory approval from Health Canada for the production and sale of its GE Atlantic salmon product in Canada. In 2021, the Parent obtained regulatory approval from the National Biosafety Technical Commission for the sale of its GE Atlantic salmon product in Brazil. In 2021, the Company began harvesting and selling its GE Atlantic salmon in the United States and Canada.
v3.23.2
Going Concern Uncertainty (Policy)
6 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2023
Going Concern Uncertainty [Abstract]  
Going Concern Uncertainty Since inception, the Company has incurred cumulative operating losses and negative cash flows from operations and expects that this will continue for the foreseeable future. As of June 30, 2023, the Company has $43.8 million in cash and cash equivalents, and restricted cash, a significant portion of which is required to fund its current liabilities and other contractual obligations.

The Company’s ability to continue as a going concern is dependent upon its ability to raise additional capital and there can be no assurance that such capital will be available in sufficient amounts or on terms acceptable to the Company. This raises substantial doubt about the Company’s ability to continue as a going concern within one year after the date that the accompanying condensed consolidated financial statements are issued. The accompanying condensed consolidated financial statements have been prepared on a going concern basis, which contemplates the realization of assets and the satisfaction of liabilities in the normal course of business and do not include any adjustments that might result from the outcome of this uncertainty.
v3.23.2
Basis of Presentation (Policy)
6 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2023
Basis of Presentation [Abstract]  
Consolidation The unaudited interim condensed consolidated financial statements include the accounts of AquaBounty Technologies, Inc. and its wholly owned direct subsidiaries. All intercompany transactions and balances have been eliminated upon consolidation.
Basis of Presentation The unaudited interim condensed consolidated financial statements have been prepared in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles in the United States (“GAAP”) consistent with those applied in, and should be read in conjunction with, the Company’s audited financial statements and related notes for the year ended December 31, 2022. The unaudited interim condensed consolidated financial statements reflect all adjustments, consisting only of normal recurring adjustments, which are, in the opinion of management, necessary for a fair presentation of the Company’s financial position as of June 30, 2023, results of operations and cash flows for the interim periods presented, and are not necessarily indicative of results for subsequent interim periods or for the full year. The unaudited interim condensed consolidated financial statements do not include all of the information and notes required by GAAP for complete financial statements, as allowed by the relevant U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) rules and regulations; however, the Company believes that its disclosures are adequate to ensure that the information presented is not misleading.
Inventories Inventories

Inventories are mainly comprised of feed, eggs, fry, fish in process and fish for sale. Fish in process inventory is a biological asset that is measured based on the estimated biomass of fish on hand. The Company has established a standard procedure to estimate the biomass of fish on hand using counting and sampling techniques. The Company measures inventory at the lower of cost or net realizable value (“NRV”), where NRV is defined as the estimated market price, less the estimated costs of processing, packaging and transportation. The Company considers fish that has been harvested and transported from its farm to be fish for sale.

Revenue Recognition Revenue recognition

The Company is comprised of one reporting segment and generates revenue from the sale of its products. Revenue is recognized when the customer takes physical control of the goods, in an amount that reflects the consideration that the Company expects to receive in exchange for the goods. Revenue excludes any sales tax collected and includes any estimate of future credits.

During the period ended June 30, 2023, the Company recognized the following product revenue:

Three Months Ended June 30, 2023

U.S.

Canada

Total

GE Atlantic salmon

$

754,310

$

-

$

754,310

Non-GE Atlantic salmon eggs

-

-

-

Non-GE Atlantic salmon fry

33,527

33,527

Other revenue

-

593

593

Total Revenue

$

754,310

$

34,120

$

788,430

Six Months Ended June 30, 2023

U.S.

Canada

Total

GE Atlantic salmon

$

1,146,738

$

-

$

1,146,738

Non-GE Atlantic salmon eggs

-

730

730

Non-GE Atlantic salmon fry

34,257

34,257

Other revenue

-

4,551

4,551

Total Revenue

$

1,146,738

$

39,538

$

1,186,276

During the period ended June 30, 2022, the Company recognized the following product revenue:

Three Months Ended June 30, 2022

U.S.

Canada

Total

GE Atlantic salmon

$

812,415

$

207,854

$

1,020,269

Non-GE Atlantic salmon eggs

-

46,692

46,692

Non-GE Atlantic salmon fry

-

(8,712)

(8,712)

Other revenue

-

11,457

11,457

Total Revenue

$

812,415

$

257,291

$

1,069,706

Six Months Ended June 30, 2022

U.S.

Canada

Total

GE Atlantic salmon

$

1,601,392

$

339,714

$

1,941,106

Non-GE Atlantic salmon eggs

-

46,692

46,692

Non-GE Atlantic salmon fry

-

33,095

33,095

Other revenue

-

11,694

11,694

Total Revenue

$

1,601,392

$

431,195

$

2,032,587

During the period ended June 30, 2023 and 2022, the Company had the following customer concentration of revenue:

Three Months Ended June 30,

2023

2022

Customer A

45%

39%

Customer B

23%

18%

Customer C

12%

14%

All other

20%

29%

Total of all customers

100%

100%

Six Months Ended June 30,

2023

2022

Customer A

48%

37%

Customer B

23%

19%

Customer C

13%

12%

All other

16%

32%

Total of all customers

100%

100%

Net Loss Per Share Net loss per share

Basic and diluted net loss per share available to common stockholders has been calculated by dividing net loss by the weighted average number of shares of common stock outstanding during the year. Basic net loss per share is based solely on the number of shares of common stock outstanding during the year. Fully diluted net loss per share includes the number of shares of common stock issuable upon the exercise or vesting of equity instruments with an exercise price less than the fair value of the common stock. Since

the Company is reporting a net loss for all periods presented, all potential shares of common stock are considered anti-dilutive and are excluded from the calculation of diluted net loss per share.

The following potentially dilutive securities have been excluded from the calculation of diluted net loss per share, as their effect is anti-dilutive:

Three Months Ended June 30,

Weighted Average Outstanding

2023

2022

Stock options

978,350

869,683

Warrants

-

418,441

Unvested stock awards

531,996

185,611

Six Months Ended June 30,

Weighted Average Outstanding

2023

2022

Stock options

909,612

800,930

Warrants

36,989

418,441

Unvested stock awards

393,368

145,440

Accounting Pronouncements Accounting Pronouncements

Management does not expect any recently issued, but not yet effective, accounting standards to have a material effect on its results of operations or financial condition
v3.23.2
Basis of Presentation (Tables)
6 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2023
Basis of Presentation [Abstract]  
Schedule of Product Information During the period ended June 30, 2023, the Company recognized the following product revenue:

Three Months Ended June 30, 2023

U.S.

Canada

Total

GE Atlantic salmon

$

754,310

$

-

$

754,310

Non-GE Atlantic salmon eggs

-

-

-

Non-GE Atlantic salmon fry

33,527

33,527

Other revenue

-

593

593

Total Revenue

$

754,310

$

34,120

$

788,430

Six Months Ended June 30, 2023

U.S.

Canada

Total

GE Atlantic salmon

$

1,146,738

$

-

$

1,146,738

Non-GE Atlantic salmon eggs

-

730

730

Non-GE Atlantic salmon fry

34,257

34,257

Other revenue

-

4,551

4,551

Total Revenue

$

1,146,738

$

39,538

$

1,186,276

During the period ended June 30, 2022, the Company recognized the following product revenue:

Three Months Ended June 30, 2022

U.S.

Canada

Total

GE Atlantic salmon

$

812,415

$

207,854

$

1,020,269

Non-GE Atlantic salmon eggs

-

46,692

46,692

Non-GE Atlantic salmon fry

-

(8,712)

(8,712)

Other revenue

-

11,457

11,457

Total Revenue

$

812,415

$

257,291

$

1,069,706

Six Months Ended June 30, 2022

U.S.

Canada

Total

GE Atlantic salmon

$

1,601,392

$

339,714

$

1,941,106

Non-GE Atlantic salmon eggs

-

46,692

46,692

Non-GE Atlantic salmon fry

-

33,095

33,095

Other revenue

-

11,694

11,694

Total Revenue

$

1,601,392

$

431,195

$

2,032,587

Schedule of Customer Concentration of Revenue

Three Months Ended June 30,

2023

2022

Customer A

45%

39%

Customer B

23%

18%

Customer C

12%

14%

All other

20%

29%

Total of all customers

100%

100%

Six Months Ended June 30,

2023

2022

Customer A

48%

37%

Customer B

23%

19%

Customer C

13%

12%

All other

16%

32%

Total of all customers

100%

100%

Schedule of Impact of Potentially Dilutive Securities Outstanding

Three Months Ended June 30,

Weighted Average Outstanding

2023

2022

Stock options

978,350

869,683

Warrants

-

418,441

Unvested stock awards

531,996

185,611

Six Months Ended June 30,

Weighted Average Outstanding

2023

2022

Stock options

909,612

800,930

Warrants

36,989

418,441

Unvested stock awards

393,368

145,440

v3.23.2
Inventory (Tables)
6 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2023
Inventory [Abstract]  
Schedule of Inventory

June 30, 2023

December 31, 2022

Feed

$

298,608

366,957

Eggs and fry

62,980

22,140

Fish in process

1,802,187

1,869,387

Fish for sale

189,841

18,108

Inventory

$

2,353,616

2,276,592

v3.23.2
Property, Plant and Equipment (Tables)
6 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2023
Property, Plant and Equipment [Abstract]  
Schedule of Property, Plant and Equipment

June 30, 2023

December 31, 2022

Land

$

2,974,834

$

2,968,561

Building and improvements

15,707,344

15,535,904

Construction in process

133,079,715

78,806,762

Equipment

17,777,275

17,259,301

Office furniture and equipment

222,429

258,972

Vehicles

108,170

106,074

Total property and equipment

$

169,869,767

$

114,935,574

Less accumulated depreciation and amortization

(9,695,280)

(8,649,388)

Property, plant and equipment, net

$

160,174,487

$

106,286,186

v3.23.2
Debt (Tables)
6 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2023
Debt [Abstract]  
Terms and Conditions of Long-term Debt Outstanding

Interest
rate

Monthly
repayment

Maturity
date

June 30, 2023

December 31, 2022

ACOA AIF Grant

0%

Royalties

-

$

2,167,437

$

2,119,476

ACOA term loan #1

0%

C$3,120

Feb 2027

103,635

115,158

ACOA term loan #2

0%

C$4,630

Sep 2029

262,039

276,743

ACOA term loan #3

0%

C$6,945

Dec 2025

157,227

184,500

Kubota Canada Ltd

0%

C$1,142

Jan 2025

16,381

21,077

DFO term loan

0%

C$16,865

Jan 2034

1,281,556

854,885

Finance PEI term loan

4%

C$16,313

Nov 2023

1,753,766

1,752,547

First Farmers Bank & Trust term loan

5.375%

$56,832

Oct 2028

3,149,614

3,401,019

Total debt

$

8,891,655

$

8,725,405

less: debt issuance costs

(44,431)

(52,065)

less: current portion

(2,406,147)

(2,387,231)

Long-term debt, net

$

6,441,077

$

6,286,109

Principal Payments Due on Long-term Debt

Total

2023 remaining

$

2,083,332

2024

736,916

2025

836,570

2026

804,550

2027

814,531

Thereafter

3,615,756

Total

$

8,891,655

v3.23.2
Leases (Tables)
6 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2023
Leases [Abstract]  
Operating Lease Obligations And Remaining Payments

Lease Liability

June 30, 2023

December 31, 2022

Total leases

$

205,565

$

224,058

Less: current portion

(4,586)

(20,831)

Long-term leases

$

200,979

$

203,227

Remaining Payments Under Leases

Year

Amount

2023 remaining

$

8,486

2024

17,481

2025

18,006

2026

18,546

2027

19,103

Thereafter

564,225

Total lease payments

645,847

Less: imputed interest

(440,282)

Total operational lease liabilities

$

205,565

v3.23.2
Stockholders' Equity (Tables)
6 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2023
Stockholders' Equity [Abstract]  
Restricted Stock Activity

Shares

Weighted
average grant
date fair value

Unvested at December 31, 2022

199,454

$

1.86

Granted

785,417

0.53

Vested

(253,925)

1.27

Forfeited

(19,878)

1.34

Unvested at June 30, 2023

711,068

$

0.62

Stock Option Activity

Number of
options

Weighted
average
exercise price

Outstanding at December 31, 2022

840,110

$

3.58

Issued

732,966

0.36

Exercised

Forfeited

(28,370)

0.51

Expired

(9,003)

7.50

Outstanding at June 30, 2023

1,535,703

$

2.08

Exercisable at June 30, 2023

732,465

$

3.73

Information About Options Outstanding and Exercisable

Weighted
average exercise
price of outstanding
options

Number of
options
outstanding

Weighted
average remaining
estimated life
(in years)

Number of
options
exercisable

< $1.00

708,259

10.0

15,779

$1.49 - $2.50

712,322

6.6

608,922

$5.44 - $9.60

47,735

6.9

40,377

$10.80 - $23.40

67,387

2.7

67,387

1,535,703

732,465

v3.23.2
Going Concern Uncertainty (Narrative) (Details) - USD ($)
Jun. 30, 2023
Dec. 31, 2022
Jun. 30, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Going Concern Uncertainty [Abstract]        
Cash and cash equivalents $ 43,842,280 $ 102,638,557 $ 119,888,889 $ 89,454,988
v3.23.2
Basis of Presentation (Schedule of Product Information) (Details) - USD ($)
3 Months Ended 6 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2023
Jun. 30, 2022
Jun. 30, 2023
Jun. 30, 2022
Revenues $ 788,430 $ 1,069,706 $ 1,186,276 $ 2,032,587
U.S. [Member]        
Revenues 754,310 812,415 1,146,738 1,601,392
Canada [Member]        
Revenues 34,120 257,291 39,538 431,195
GE Atlantic salmon [Member]        
Revenues 754,310 1,020,269 1,146,738 1,941,106
GE Atlantic salmon [Member] | U.S. [Member]        
Revenues 754,310 812,415 1,146,738 1,601,392
GE Atlantic salmon [Member] | Canada [Member]        
Revenues   207,854   339,714
Non-GE Atlantic salmon eggs [Member]        
Revenues   46,692 730 46,692
Non-GE Atlantic salmon eggs [Member] | Canada [Member]        
Revenues   46,692 730 46,692
Non-GE Atlantic salmon fry [Member]        
Revenues 33,527 (8,712) 34,257 33,095
Non-GE Atlantic salmon fry [Member] | Canada [Member]        
Revenues 33,527 (8,712) 34,257 33,095
Other Revenue [Member]        
Revenues 593 11,457 4,551 11,694
Other Revenue [Member] | Canada [Member]        
Revenues $ 593 $ 11,457 $ 4,551 $ 11,694
v3.23.2
Basis of Presentation (Schedule of Customer Concentration of Revenue) (Details) - Revenue Benchmark [Member] - Customer Concentration Risk [Member]
3 Months Ended 6 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2023
Jun. 30, 2022
Jun. 30, 2023
Jun. 30, 2022
Concentration Risk, Percentage 100.00% 100.00% 100.00% 100.00%
Customer A [Member]        
Concentration Risk, Percentage 45.00% 39.00% 48.00% 37.00%
Customer B [Member]        
Concentration Risk, Percentage 23.00% 18.00% 23.00% 19.00%
Customer C [Member]        
Concentration Risk, Percentage 12.00% 14.00% 13.00% 12.00%
All other customers [Member]        
Concentration Risk, Percentage 20.00% 29.00% 16.00% 32.00%
v3.23.2
Basis of Presentation (Schedule of Impact of Potentially Dilutive Securities) (Details) - shares
3 Months Ended 6 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2023
Jun. 30, 2022
Jun. 30, 2023
Jun. 30, 2022
Stock Options [Member]        
Potentially dilutive securities 978,350 869,683 909,612 800,930
Warrants [Member]        
Potentially dilutive securities   418,441 36,989 418,441
Unvested Restricted Shares [Member]        
Potentially dilutive securities 531,996 185,611 393,368 145,440
v3.23.2
Risks and Uncertainties (Narrative) (Details) - Credit Concentration Risk [Member] - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
Jun. 30, 2023
Dec. 31, 2022
Concentration Risk [Line Items]    
Cash equivalent investment balance $ 0 $ 10,600
Canada [Member]    
Concentration Risk [Line Items]    
Cash in Canadian bank accounts $ 436 $ 518
v3.23.2
Inventory (Schedule of Inventory) (Details) - USD ($)
Jun. 30, 2023
Dec. 31, 2022
Inventory [Line Items]    
Inventory, net $ 2,353,616 $ 2,276,592
Feed, net [Member]    
Inventory [Line Items]    
Inventory, net 298,608 366,957
Eggs And Fry [Member]    
Inventory [Line Items]    
Inventory, net 62,980 22,140
Fish In process [Member]    
Inventory [Line Items]    
Inventory, net 1,802,187 1,869,387
Fish For Sale [Member]    
Inventory [Line Items]    
Inventory, net $ 189,841 $ 18,108
v3.23.2
Property, Plant and Equipment (Narrative) (Details) - USD ($)
6 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2023
Jun. 30, 2022
Dec. 31, 2022
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]      
Depreciation and amortization expense $ 1,100,000 $ 975,000,000  
Gross property, plant, and equipment 169,869,767   $ 114,935,574
Commitments to purchase property, plant, and equipment 26,100,000    
Construction In Process [Member]      
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]      
Gross property, plant, and equipment 133,079,715   $ 78,806,762
Rollo Bay Farm And Fortune Bay Hatchery [Member] | Construction In Process [Member]      
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]      
Gross property, plant, and equipment 4,000,000.0    
Indiana Farm [Member]      
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]      
Gross property, plant, and equipment 1,900,000    
10,000 metric ton salmon farm, Ohio [Member] | Construction In Process [Member]      
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]      
Gross property, plant, and equipment $ 127,200,000    
v3.23.2
Property, Plant and Equipment (Schedule of Property, Plant and Equipment) (Details) - USD ($)
Jun. 30, 2023
Dec. 31, 2022
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]    
Total property and equipment $ 169,869,767 $ 114,935,574
Less accumulated depreciation and amortization (9,695,280) (8,649,388)
Property, plant and equipment, net 160,174,487 106,286,186
Land [Member]    
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]    
Total property and equipment 2,974,834 2,968,561
Building And Improvements [Member]    
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]    
Total property and equipment 15,707,344 15,535,904
Construction In Process [Member]    
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]    
Total property and equipment 133,079,715 78,806,762
Equipment [Member]    
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]    
Total property and equipment 17,777,275 17,259,301
Office Furniture And Equipment [Member]    
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]    
Total property and equipment 222,429 258,972
Vehicles [Member]    
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]    
Total property and equipment $ 108,170 $ 106,074
v3.23.2
Debt (Narrative) (Details)
1 Months Ended 6 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2020
USD ($)
Sep. 30, 2020
CAD ($)
Jun. 30, 2023
USD ($)
Jun. 30, 2022
USD ($)
Mar. 28, 2023
USD ($)
Mar. 28, 2023
CAD ($)
Aug. 31, 2020
USD ($)
Debt Instrument [Line Items]              
Proceeds from issuance of debt     $ 394,156 $ 42,338      
DFO Term Loan [Member]              
Debt Instrument [Line Items]              
Amount borrowed         $ 394,156 $ 539,718  
Maturity date     Jan 2034        
Interest rate     0.00%        
Interest expense     $ 132,000 $ 150,000      
ACOA Term Loan #3 [Member]              
Debt Instrument [Line Items]              
Maturity date     Dec 2025        
Interest rate     0.00%        
First Farmers Bank & Trust Term Loan [Member]              
Debt Instrument [Line Items]              
Maturity date     Oct 2028        
Interest rate     5.375%        
Secured Debt [Member] | First Farmers Bank & Trust Term Loan [Member]              
Debt Instrument [Line Items]              
Amount borrowed             $ 4,000,000
Canadian Subsidiary [Member] | Secured Debt [Member] | DFO Term Loan [Member]              
Debt Instrument [Line Items]              
Proceeds from issuance of debt $ 1,400,000 $ 1,900,000          
v3.23.2
Debt (Terms and Conditions of Long-term Debt Outstanding) (Details)
6 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2023
USD ($)
Jun. 30, 2023
CAD ($)
Dec. 31, 2022
USD ($)
Debt Instrument [Line Items]      
Total $ 8,891,655   $ 8,725,405
less: debt issuance costs (44,431)   (52,065)
less: current portion (2,406,147)   (2,387,231)
Long-term debt, net $ 6,441,077   6,286,109
ACOA AIF Grant [Member]      
Debt Instrument [Line Items]      
Interest rate 0.00%    
Maturity date - -  
Total $ 2,167,437   2,119,476
ACOA Term Loan #1 [Member]      
Debt Instrument [Line Items]      
Interest rate 0.00%    
Monthly repayment   $ 3,120  
Maturity date Feb 2027 Feb 2027  
Total $ 103,635   115,158
ACOA Term Loan #2 [Member]      
Debt Instrument [Line Items]      
Interest rate 0.00%    
Monthly repayment   $ 4,630  
Maturity date Sep 2029 Sep 2029  
Total $ 262,039   276,743
ACOA Term Loan #3 [Member]      
Debt Instrument [Line Items]      
Interest rate 0.00%    
Monthly repayment   $ 6,945  
Maturity date Dec 2025 Dec 2025  
Total $ 157,227   184,500
Kubota Canada Ltd [Member]      
Debt Instrument [Line Items]      
Interest rate 0.00%    
Monthly repayment   $ 1,142  
Maturity date Jan 2025 Jan 2025  
Total $ 16,381   21,077
DFO Term Loan [Member]      
Debt Instrument [Line Items]      
Interest rate 0.00%    
Monthly repayment   $ 16,865  
Maturity date Jan 2034 Jan 2034  
Total $ 1,281,556   854,885
PEI Finance Term Loan [Member]      
Debt Instrument [Line Items]      
Interest rate 4.00%    
Monthly repayment   $ 16,313  
Maturity date Nov 2023 Nov 2023  
Total $ 1,753,766   1,752,547
First Farmers Bank & Trust Term Loan [Member]      
Debt Instrument [Line Items]      
Interest rate 5.375%    
Monthly repayment $ 56,832    
Maturity date Oct 2028 Oct 2028  
Total $ 3,149,614   $ 3,401,019
v3.23.2
Debt (Principal Payments Due on Long-term Debt) (Details) - USD ($)
Jun. 30, 2023
Dec. 31, 2022
Estimated principal payments remaining on debt outstanding    
2023 remaining $ 2,083,332  
2024 736,916  
2025 836,570  
2026 804,550  
2027 814,531  
Thereafter 3,615,756  
Total $ 8,891,655 $ 8,725,405
v3.23.2
Leases (Narrative) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
6 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2023
Jun. 30, 2022
Leases [Abstract]    
Lease expense $ 44 $ 43
Weighted average remaining lease term 26 years  
Lease payment $ 45 $ 42
v3.23.2
Leases (Operating Lease Obligations And Remaining Payments) (Details) - USD ($)
Jun. 30, 2023
Dec. 31, 2022
Lease Obligations [Abstract]    
Lease Liability $ 205,565 $ 224,058
Lease Liability - Less: current portion (4,586) (20,831)
Lease Liability - Long-term leases $ 200,979 $ 203,227
v3.23.2
Leases (Remaining Payments Under Leases) (Details) - USD ($)
Jun. 30, 2023
Dec. 31, 2022
Leases [Abstract]    
2023 remaining $ 8,486  
2024 17,481  
2025 18,006  
2026 18,546  
2027 19,103  
Thereafter 564,225  
Total lease payments 645,847  
Less: imputed interest (440,282)  
Total operating lease liabilities $ 205,565 $ 224,058
v3.23.2
Stockholders' Equity (Narrative) (Details) - USD ($)
6 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2023
Jun. 30, 2022
Dec. 31, 2022
Stockholders' Equity      
Intrinsic value of exercisable options $ 0   $ 0
Share-based compensation $ 302,825 $ 318,608  
Class of Warrant or Right, Outstanding 0   418,441
Restricted Stock [Member]      
Stockholders' Equity      
Granted 785,417    
Share-based compensation expense $ 225,000 230,000  
Unearned share-based compensation expense in future periods $ 354,000    
Unearned share-based compensation earn period 2 years    
Stock Options [Member]      
Stockholders' Equity      
Granted 732,966    
Unearned share-based compensation expense in future periods $ 329,000    
Unearned share-based compensation earn period 2 years    
Intrinsic value of options outstanding $ 0   $ 0
Share-based compensation $ 78,000 $ 88,000  
Share-based Compensation      
Exercisable term 10 years    
Minimum [Member] | Stock Options [Member]      
Share-based Compensation      
Award vesting period 1 year    
Maximum [Member] | Stock Options [Member]      
Share-based Compensation      
Award vesting period 3 years    
2006 Equity Incentive Plan [Member]      
Stockholders' Equity      
Common stock reserved for future issuances (in shares) 1,535,703    
2016 Equity Incentive Plan, Additional Grants [Member]      
Stockholders' Equity      
Common stock reserved for future issuances (in shares) 1,362,607    
2016 Equity Incentive Plan [Member]      
Stockholders' Equity      
Common stock reserved for future issuances (in shares) 711,068    
Common Stock [Member] | Warrants [Member]      
Stockholders' Equity      
Expiration date Jan. 17, 2023    
v3.23.2
Stockholders' Equity (Restricted Stock Activity) (Details) - Restricted Stock [Member]
6 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2023
$ / shares
shares
Shares  
Beginning balance | shares 199,454
Granted | shares 785,417
Vested | shares (253,925)
Forfeited | shares (19,878)
Ending balance | shares 711,068
Weighted average grant date fair value  
Beginning balance | $ / shares $ 1.86
Granted | $ / shares 0.53
Vested | $ / shares 1.27
Forfeited | $ / shares 1.34
Ending balance | $ / shares $ 0.62
v3.23.2
Stockholders' Equity (Stock Option Activity) (Details) - Stock Options [Member]
6 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2023
$ / shares
shares
Number of options  
Outstanding, beginning balance | shares 840,110
Issued | shares 732,966
Exercised | shares
Forfeited | shares (28,370)
Expired | shares (9,003)
Outstanding, ending balance | shares 1,535,703
Exercisable | shares 732,465
Weighted average exercise price  
Outstanding, beginning balance | $ / shares $ 3.58
Issued | $ / shares 0.36
Exercised | $ / shares
Forfeited | $ / shares 0.51
Expired | $ / shares 7.50
Outstanding, ending balance | $ / shares 2.08
Exercisable | $ / shares $ 3.73
v3.23.2
Stockholders' Equity (Information About Options Outstanding and Exercisable) (Details) - Stock Options [Member]
6 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2023
$ / shares
shares
Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range [Line Items]  
Number of options outstanding 1,535,703
Number of options exercisable 732,465
$1.00 [Member]  
Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range [Line Items]  
Number of options outstanding 708,259
Weighted average remaining estimated life (in years) 10 years
Number of options exercisable 15,779
$1.49 - $2.50 [Member]  
Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range [Line Items]  
Number of options outstanding 712,322
Weighted average remaining estimated life (in years) 6 years 7 months 6 days
Number of options exercisable 608,922
$5.44 - $9.60 [Member]  
Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range [Line Items]  
Number of options outstanding 47,735
Weighted average remaining estimated life (in years) 6 years 10 months 24 days
Number of options exercisable 40,377
$10.80 - $23.40 [Member]  
Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range [Line Items]  
Number of options outstanding 67,387
Weighted average remaining estimated life (in years) 2 years 8 months 12 days
Number of options exercisable 67,387
Minimum [Member] | $1.00 [Member]  
Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range [Line Items]  
Weighted average exercise price of outstanding options | $ / shares $ 1.00
Minimum [Member] | $1.49 - $2.50 [Member]  
Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range [Line Items]  
Weighted average exercise price of outstanding options | $ / shares 1.49
Minimum [Member] | $5.44 - $9.60 [Member]  
Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range [Line Items]  
Weighted average exercise price of outstanding options | $ / shares 5.44
Minimum [Member] | $10.80 - $23.40 [Member]  
Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range [Line Items]  
Weighted average exercise price of outstanding options | $ / shares 10.80
Maximum [Member] | $1.49 - $2.50 [Member]  
Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range [Line Items]  
Weighted average exercise price of outstanding options | $ / shares 2.50
Maximum [Member] | $5.44 - $9.60 [Member]  
Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range [Line Items]  
Weighted average exercise price of outstanding options | $ / shares 9.60
Maximum [Member] | $10.80 - $23.40 [Member]  
Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range [Line Items]  
Weighted average exercise price of outstanding options | $ / shares $ 23.40
v3.23.2
Income Taxes (Narrative) (Details) - USD ($)
6 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2023
Dec. 31, 2023
Tax Credit Carryforward [Line Items]    
Unrecognized income tax benefits $ 0  
Income Tax Expense (Benefit) $ 0  
Forecast [Member]    
Tax Credit Carryforward [Line Items]    
Effective tax rate   0.00%

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