EcoPhage Appoints José Alfredo García to its Board Of Directors

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EcoPhage (TRNLY), a leader in sustainable phage-based biopesticides, has appointed José Alfredo García to its Board of Directors. García brings extensive experience in global agribusiness, having held senior executive roles at Rovensa Group where he focused on biologicals portfolio development and commercial leadership. His prior decade-long experience at FMC Corporation involved leading regulatory, development, marketing, and commercial operations across Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean. Currently launching Nuvelis, a platform connecting agricultural technologies with distributors, García joins EcoPhage at a crucial time as the company anticipates its first U.S. EPA approval and prepares for commercial rollout. EcoPhage, founded by the Trendlines Group and Bayer, specializes in developing bacteriophage-based solutions for bacterial plant diseases.

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• Appointment of experienced agribusiness executive with global expertise in biologicals and commercial strategy
• Company is expecting its first U.S. EPA approval
• Strategic timing of appointment coincides with commercial rollout preparation
• Board member brings direct experience in scaling biological solutions and market development

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OR YEHUDA, Israel, June 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- EcoPhage, a leader in the development and commercialization of sustainable phage-based biopesticides for bacterial plant diseases, expecting its first U.S. EPA approval, is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. José Alfredo García, to its Board of Directors. With extensive experience in building and scaling global agribusiness platforms, García joins at a pivotal time as the company prepares for commercial rollout in key markets

Mr. García held senior executive roles at Rovensa Group, where he contributed to the development of global strategies and the organizational consolidation of the company's biologicals portfolio. During his tenure, he was involved in commercial leadership and integration efforts across multiple geographies, with a strong focus on innovation, sustainable inputs, and growth initiatives in Latin America and Europe.

Prior to that, he spent more than a decade at FMC Corporation, where he led regulatory, development, marketing, and commercial operations across Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean. This experience provided him with a strong technical foundation and a deep understanding of the industry, global distribution systems, and innovation dynamics in the agricultural inputs industry.

He is launching Nuvelis, a platform that aims to connect breakthrough agricultural technologies with leading distributors and manufacturers across key agricultural markets.

"I've witnessed firsthand how the agricultural inputs sector is evolving—from traditional chemistry to biological precision," said José Alfredo García. "From my early days at FMC, through my involvement in global biosolutions platforms, to now launching Nuvelis, I've always believed that innovation only matters when it's scalable. EcoPhage combines scientific excellence with real-world impact, and I'm honoured to contribute to its journey."

EcoPhage, founded by the Trendlines Group and Bayer, is at the forefront of developing next-generation bacteriophage-based solutions to combat bacterial plant diseases with minimal environmental impact.

"José Alfredo's deep expertise in commercial strategy, M&A integration, and market development makes him a powerful addition to our board," said Nitza Kardish, PhD, Chair of EcoPhage.

"He brings global perspective, operational discipline, and a true passion for biologicals—exactly what EcoPhage needs as we move into commercialization," added Guy Elitzur, CEO of EcoPhage.

About Trendlines

The Trendlines Group invests in innovation in agrifood and medtech, leveraging our experience, partnerships network, and resources to go from seed to market. Trendlines' shares are traded on the Singapore Stock Exchange (SGX: 42T) and in the United States as an American Depositary Receipt (ADR) on the OTCQX (OTCQX: TRNLY).

About EcoPhage

EcoPhage pioneers the development and commercialization of bacteriophages-based bactericides with minimal environmental impact and maximum efficacy, addressing a crucial issue in global agriculture. Our innovative products harness the power of bacteriophages--viruses uniquely targeting bacteria--to prevent and cure plants, offering nontoxic solutions for bacterial diseases. For more information, please visit EcoPhage.com.

Our mission is to transform the agricultural bactericide market by offering precise, natural, and sustainable solutions to combat bacterial plant diseases. Co-developed with the prestigious Weizmann Institute of Science, EcoPhage's proprietary technology platform enables safer and more effective crop protection, helping farmers increase yields and reduce losses while promoting ecological balance.

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FAQ

Who is José Alfredo García and why was he appointed to EcoPhage's (TRNLY) board?

José Alfredo García is an experienced agribusiness executive who previously held senior roles at Rovensa Group and FMC Corporation. He was appointed to EcoPhage's board for his expertise in scaling global agribusiness platforms and experience in biological solutions as the company prepares for commercial rollout.

What is EcoPhage's (TRNLY) main business focus?

EcoPhage develops and commercializes sustainable phage-based biopesticides for bacterial plant diseases, focusing on next-generation bacteriophage-based solutions with minimal environmental impact.

When is EcoPhage (TRNLY) expecting its first EPA approval?

While the exact date isn't specified in the press release, EcoPhage is currently expecting its first U.S. EPA approval as mentioned in conjunction with their commercial rollout preparations.

Who are the founding companies of EcoPhage (TRNLY)?

EcoPhage was founded by the Trendlines Group and Bayer.

What is Nuvelis and how is it related to EcoPhage's (TRNLY) new board member?

Nuvelis is a platform being launched by José Alfredo García that connects breakthrough agricultural technologies with leading distributors and manufacturers across key agricultural markets.