106 - The International Resource Journal

FEBRUARY 2013 The International Resource Journal167mineralisation. Rio Verde completed the first drillhole on 12 November 2011 and was 1,350m deep.There was approximately 79m of potash horizonsand an average weighted grade of 25.01% KCL.Brazil’s evolutionBrazil’s established infrastructure, natural resourcesand internal demand for resources are just afew of the reasons the economy is on the rise. Brazilhas a large infrastructure and the governmentis promoting further advancement of it. With thedemand for agro-minerals and exploration in mineral-richareas, Brazil is one of the largest growingcountries to supply this by developing their agromineralssector. As the Brazilian economy grows,the nation will start to have more money than it didbefore. This means that Brazil now has a growingmiddle class who are able to buy their own carsand homes, which will increase the demand forsupply and the need for more jobs.Rio Verde works with the various communitiesit encounters and makes sure to benefit thosecommunities by promoting professional training ofskilled labour and encouraging the developmentof local organisations. The company is committedto continuous improvement and operation inBrazil, with aims to reduce costs and increasevalue, while striving to minimise negative impactson the environment.With the cost advantage of fertiliser explorationand development in Brazil, Rio Verde aimsto increase shareholder value and become theleading agro-minerals development company inBrazil. The company’s focus on people as thecore of a businesses’ success allows it to growthrough utilising the talents and resourcefulnessof the Rio Verde team.www.rvminerals.com