Maribo Seed Management Changes

Holeby, September 15, 2011

Sales and Marketing Director Niels H. Gram has decided to leave Maribo Seed in order to pursue opportunities outside the company.

In connection with this, Production Director Niels U. Mikkelsen has now been appointed General Manager of Maribo Seed. Until a new organization is in place Niels U. Mikkelsen will still be responsible for the production.

Dominique Kuipers, currently Sales and Marketing Manager of Ringot SAS, is appointed as Sales Manager, Maribo Seed, reporting to Niels U. Mikkelsen. Dominique will have the responsibility of coordinating sales activities and interfaces with Maribo sales organisation.

Ringot distributes Maribo varieties in France and Dominique Kuipers has worked closely with Maribo Seed for many years.

These changes are effective immediately.

For further information, please contact:

Niels U. Mikkelsen or Dominique Kuipers

Tel.: +45 5446 0700

Email:

niels.mikkelsen@mariboseed or dominique.kuipers@mariboseed.com