UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
FORM 10-Q
(Mark One)
x QUARTERLY REPORT UNDER SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2016
OR
¨ 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 000-54258
TERRA TECH CORP. |
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) |
NEVADA | 26-3062661 | |
(State or other jurisdiction of | (I.R.S. Employer |
4700 Von Karman, Suite 110
Newport Beach, California 92660
(Address of principal executive offices)
(ZIP Code)
(855) 447-6967
(Registrant's telephone number, including area code)
N/A
(Former name, former address, and former fiscal year, if changed since last report)
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 and Exchange Act of 1934 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 ¨
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has submitted electronically and posted on its corporate website, if any, every Interactive Data File required to be submitted and posted pursuant to Rule 405 of Regulation S-T (section 232.405 of this chapter) during the preceding 12 months (or such shorter period that the registrant was required to submit and post such files). Yes x No ¨
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer or a smaller reporting company. See the definitions of "large accelerated filer," "accelerated filer" and "smaller reporting company" in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act. (Check one):
Large accelerated filer | ¨ | Accelerated filer | ¨ |
Non-accelerated filer | ¨ | Smaller reporting company | x |
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act). Yes ¨ No x
APPLICABLE ONLY TO CORPORATE ISSUERS:
Indicate the number of shares outstanding of each of the issuer's classes of common stock, as of the latest practicable date:
As of May 9, 2016, there were 349,911,822 shares of common stock outstanding, 100 shares of Series A Preferred Stock, convertible at any time into 100 shares of common stock, 24,818,700 shares of Series B Preferred Stock, convertible into approximately 133,631,960 shares of common stock, 21,378 shares of Series Q Preferred Stock, convertible into approximately 106,890,000 shares of common stock, 8,166 shares of Series Z Preferred Stock, convertible into approximately 15,164,262 shares of Series B Preferred Stock, which are convertible into approximately 81,649,323 shares of common stock and 29,871,782 shares of common stock issuable upon the exercise of all of our outstanding warrants.
TERRA TECH CORP.
Form 10-Q
INDEX
Index | Page | ||||
Part I. Financial Information | |||||
Item 1. | Financial Statements | ||||
Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets | 3 | ||||
Condensed Consolidated Statement of Operations | 4 | ||||
Condensed Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows | 5 | ||||
Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements | 6 | ||||
Item 2. | Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations | 23 | |||
Company Overview | 23 | ||||
Results of Operations | 24 | ||||
Disclosure About Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements | 26 | ||||
Critical Accounting Estimates | 26 | ||||
Liquidity and Capital Resources | 26 | ||||
Item 3. | Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk | 28 | |||
Item 4. | Controls and Procedures | 28 | |||
Part II. Other Information | |||||
Item 1. | Legal Proceedings | 29 | |||
Item 1A. | Risk Factors | 29 | |||
Item 2. | Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds | 29 | |||
Item 3. | Defaults Upon Senior Securities | 29 | |||
Item 4. | Mine Safety Disclosures | 29 | |||
Item 5. | Other Information | 29 | |||
Item 6. | Exhibits | 30 | |||
Signatures | 31 |
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TERRA TECH CORP. | ||||||||
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS | ||||||||
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Assets | ||||||||
Current Assets: |
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Cash |
| $ | 1,131,000 |
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| $ | 418,082 |
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Accounts receivable, net |
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| 803,916 |
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| 741,844 |
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Prepaid expenses |
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| 19,368 |
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| 147,230 |
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Inventory |
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| 1,319,061 |
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| 949,448 |
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Total Current Assets |
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| 3,273,345 |
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| 2,256,604 |
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Property, equipment and leasehold improvements, net |
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| 7,314,449 |
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| 6,694,975 |
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Intangible assets, net |
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| 1,474,690 |
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| 118,932 |
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Deposits |
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| 90,636 |
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| 94,528 |
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Total Assets |
| $ | 12,153,120 |
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| $ | 9,165,039 |
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Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity |
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Current Liabilities: |
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Accounts payable and accrued expenses |
| $ | 1,394,387 |
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| $ | 1,119,459 |
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Derivative liability |
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| 1,334,000 |
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| 743,400 |
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Short-term debt |
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| 553,778 |
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| 917,363 |
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Total Current Liabilities |
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| 3,282,165 |
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| 2,780,222 |
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Long Term Liabilities |
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Long-term debt |
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| 1,250,000 |
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| - |
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Deferred tax liability, net |
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| 44,000 |
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| 44,000 |
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Total Long Term Liabilities |
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| 1,294,000 |
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| 44,000 |
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Commitment and Contingencies |
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Stockholders' Equity |
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Preferred stock, Convertible Series A, Par value $0.001; authorized and issued 100 shares as of March 31, 2016 and December 31, 2015, respectively |
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Preferred stock, Convertible Series B, Par value $0.001; authorized 24,968,000 shares as of March 31, 2016; authorized 24,999,900 shares as of December 31, 2015; issued and outstanding 16,150,000 and 16,300,000 as of March 31, 2016 and December 31, 2015, respectively |
| 16,150 |
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| 16,300 |
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Preferred stock, Convertible Series Q, Par value $0.001; authorized 21,600 shares as of March 31, 2016; no shares outstanding as of March 31, 2016 |
| - |
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| - |
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Preferred stock, Convertible Series Z, Par value $0.001; authorized 8,300 shares as of March 31, 2016; no shares outstanding as of March 31, 2016 |
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| - |
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Common stock, Par value $0.001; authorized 350,000,000 shares; issued 349,739,408 and 303,023,744 shares as of March 31, 2016 and December 31, 2015, respectively |
| 349,740 |
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| 303,024 |
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Additional paid-in capital |
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| 57,176,915 |
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| 51,843,071 |
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Accumulated Deficit |
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| (50,078,173 | ) |
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| (45,952,109 | ) |
Total Terra Tech Corp. stockholders' equity |
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| 7,464,632 |
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| 6,210,286 |
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Non-controlling interest |
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| 112,323 |
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| 130,531 |
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Total Stockholders' Equity |
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| 7,576,955 |
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| 6,340,817 |
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Total Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity |
| $ | 12,153,120 |
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| $ | 9,165,039 |
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The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated condensed financial statements.
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CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS | ||||||||
(Unaudited) | ||||||||
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Total Revenues |
| $ | 1,548,167 |
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| $ | 763,353 |
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Cost of Goods Sold |
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| 1,414,193 |
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| 545,412 |
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| 133,974 |
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| 217,941 |
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Selling, general and administrative expenses |
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| 2,046,348 |
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| 2,322,511 |
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Loss from operations |
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| (1,912,374 | ) |
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| (2,104,570 | ) |
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Other Income (Expenses) |
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Amortization of debt discount |
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| (94,406 | ) |
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| (41,126 | ) |
Loss on extinguishment of debt |
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| (920,797 | ) |
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Loss from derivatives issued with debt greater than debt carrying value |
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| (224,000 | ) | |
Gain (Loss) on fair market valuation of derivatives |
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| (1,160,700 | ) |
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| 408,200 |
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Interest Expense |
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| (55,995 | ) |
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| (188,529 | ) |
Total Other Income (Expense) |
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| (2,231,898 | ) |
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| (45,455 | ) |
Loss before Provision of Income Taxes |
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| (4,144,272 | ) |
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| (2,150,025 | ) |
Provision for income taxes |
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| - |
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Net Loss |
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| (4,144,272 | ) |
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| (2,150,025 | ) |
Net Loss attributable to non-controlling interest |
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| 18,208 |
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| 73,511 |
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Net Loss attributable to Terra Tech Corp. |
| $ | (4,126,064 | ) |
| $ | (2,076,514 | ) |
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Net Loss per Common Share attributable to Terra Tech Corp. common stockholders - Basic and Diluted | $ | (0.01 | ) |
| $ | (0.01 | ) | |
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Weighted Average Number of Common Shares Outstanding - Basic and Diluted |
| 326,500,982 |
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| 204,859,138 |
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The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated condensed financial statements.
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CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS | ||||||||
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CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES: |
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Net Loss |
| $ | (4,126,064 | ) |
| $ | (2,076,514 | ) |
Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash used in operating activities: |
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(Gain) loss on fair market valuation of derivatives |
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| 1,160,700 |
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| (408,200 | ) |
Loss on extinguishment of debt |
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| 920,797 |
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Amortization of debt discount |
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| 94,406 |
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| 41,126 |
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Depreciation and amortization |
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| 161,349 |
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| 159,434 |
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Stock issued for services |
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| 60,550 |
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| 104,166 |
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Stock option expense |
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| 47,589 |
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Equity instruments issued with debt greater than debt carrying amount |
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| 224,000 |
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Change in accounts receivable reserve |
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| (6,659 | ) |
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| 50,832 |
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Changes in operating assets and liabilities: |
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Accounts receivable |
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| (55,413 | ) |
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| (326,793 | ) |
Prepaid expenses |
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| 127,862 |
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| 34,234 |
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Inventory |
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| (310,991 | ) |
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| 118,106 |
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Deposits |
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| 3,892 |
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| (75,735 | ) |
Accounts payable |
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| 265,177 |
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| 950,088 |
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Net cash used in operations |
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| (1,656,805 | ) |
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| (1,205,256 | ) |
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CASH FLOW FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES: |
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Purchase of property and equipment |
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| (770,203 | ) |
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| (43,212 | ) |
Purchase of intangible assets - domain names |
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| (50,000 | ) |
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Net cash used in investing activities |
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| (820,203 | ) |
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CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES: |
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Proceeds from issuance of notes payable |
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| - |
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| 750,000 |
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Proceeds from issuance of common stock |
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| 3,208,134 |
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Payments by subsidiaries for non-controlling interest |
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| (18,208 | ) |
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| (73,511 | ) |
Net cash provided by financing activities |
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| 3,189,926 |
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| 676,489 |
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NET CHANGE IN CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS |
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| 712,918 |
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| (571,979 | ) |
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS, beginning of period |
| 418,082 |
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| 846,650 |
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CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS, end of period |
| $ | 1,131,000 |
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| $ | 274,671 |
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SUPPLEMENTAL DISCLOSURE FOR OPERATING ACTIVITIES: |
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Cash paid for interest |
| $ | 9,000 |
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| $ | - |
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The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated condensed financial statements.
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TERRA TECH CORP.
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
1. SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
Organization
References in this document to the "Company," "Terra Tech," "we," "us," or "our" are intended to mean Terra Tech Corp., individually, or as the context requires, collectively with its subsidiaries on a consolidated basis.
The Company was incorporated in Nevada on July 22, 2008, under the name Private Secretary, Inc. The Company's original business was developing a software program that would allow for automatic call processing through voice-over-Internet protocol, or "VoIP", technology. The Company's operations were limited to capital formation, organization, and development of its business plan and target customer market. The Company generated no revenue. The Company changed its name to Terra Tech Corp. on January 27, 2012.
On February 9, 2012, the Company completed a reverse-triangular merger with GrowOp Technology Ltd., a Nevada corporation ("GrowOp Technology"), whereby it acquired all of the issued and outstanding shares of GrowOp Technology and in exchange the Company issued: (i) 33,998,520 shares of its common stock, (ii) 100 shares of Series A Preferred Stock, convertible into shares of common stock on a one-for-one basis, and (iii) 14,750,000 shares of Series B Preferred Stock, with each share convertible into 5.384325537 shares of common stock. As a result of the merger, GrowOp Technology became the Company's wholly-owned subsidiary. Following the merger, Terra Tech ceased its prior operations and is now solely a holding company. Through GrowOp Technology, the Company engages in the design, marketing, and sale of hydroponic equipment with proprietary technology to create sustainable solutions for the cultivation of indoor agriculture.
The Company is also a wholesale seller of locally grown hydroponic produce, herbs, and florals through its wholly-owned subsidiary, Edible Garden Corp., a Nevada corporation ("Edible Garden"). The Company acquired all of the issued and outstanding shares in Edible Garden pursuant to a Share Exchange Agreement, dated March 23, 2013 (the "Share Exchange Agreement"), entered into by and among the Company, Edible Garden,and the stockholders of Edible Garden. Pursuant to the Share Exchange Agreement, the Company offered and sold 1,250,000 shares of its common stock in consideration for all the issued and outstanding shares in Edible Garden. Separately, Amy Almsteier, one of the Company's stockholders and a director (and, at that time, an executive officer), offered and sold 7,650,000 shares of Series B Preferred Stock to Kenneth Vande Vrede, Michael Vande Vrede, Steven Vande Vrede, Daniel Vande Vrede, Beverly Willekes, and David Vande Vrede (collectively, the "Former EG Principal Stockholders").
On March 19, 2014, the Company formed MediFarm, LLC, a Nevada limited liability company ("MediFarm"), a subsidiary. On July 18, 2014, the Company formed MediFarm I, LLC, a Nevada limited liability company ("MediFarm I"), a subsidiary. On July 30, 2014, the Company formed MediFarm II, LLC, a Nevada limited liability company ("MediFarm II"), a subsidiary. Through MediFarm, MediFarm I, and MediFarm II, the Company is currently operating one medical marijuana dispensary facility in Nevada and plans to operate additional medical marijuana cultivation, production, and dispensary facilities in that state. In April 2016, MediFarm commenced operations at its dispensary in Las Vegas, Nevada under the "Blüm" brand.
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TERRA TECH CORP.
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
1. SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES, Continued
On September 16, 2014, the Company formed IVXX, LLC, a Nevada limited liability company ("IVXX"), and a wholly-owned subsidiary, for the purpose of producing a line of cannabis flowers and cigarettes, as well as a complete line of cannabis pure concentrates including: oils, waxes, shatters, and clears. The Company began producing and selling IVXX's products during the first quarter of fiscal 2015. The Company currently offers these products to 200 select dispensaries in California. The Company uses its supercritical CO2 extraction lab located in Oakland, California to manufacture these products. IVXX also sells clothing, apparel, and other various branded products.
On October 14, 2015, the Company formed MediFarm I Real Estate, LLC, a Nevada limited liability company ("MediFarm I RE"). MediFarm I RE is a real estate holding company that owns the real property and building at which a medical marijuana dispensary facility will be located. It is the Company's intention that MediFarm I will operate the medical marijuana dispensary. The Company owns 50% of the membership interests in MediFarm I RE. The remaining membership interests are owned by Forever Young Investments, LLC (50%), an otherwise unaffiliated entity.
On March 31, 2016, we acquired Black Oak Gallery, a California corporation ("Black Oak"), that operates a medical marijuana dispensary in Oakland, California under the name Blüm, pursuant to that certain Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated December 23, 2015 (the "Merger Agreement"), with Generic Merger Sub, Inc., a California corporation and our wholly-owned subsidiary (the "Merger Sub"), and Black Oak. The Merger Agreement was amended by a First Amendment to the Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated February 29, 2016. Pursuant to the Merger Agreement, the Merger Sub merged with and into Black Oak, with Black Oak as the surviving corporation, and became our wholly-owned subsidiary (the "Merger"). The Merger is intended to qualify for federal income tax purposes as a tax-free reorganization under the provisions of Section 368(a) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended.
Subject to the terms and conditions of the Merger Agreement, at the closing of the Merger, the outstanding shares of common stock of Black Oak held by (i) three of the current shareholders of Black Oak (the "Group A Shareholders") were converted into the right to receive approximately 8,166 shares of our Series Z Preferred Stock, of which approximately 1,175 shares of Series Z Preferred Stock were issued and paid at closing, and approximately 8,668,700 shares of our Series B Preferred Stock, of which approximately 1,248,300 shares of Series B Preferred Stock were issued and paid at closing and (ii) the remaining shareholders of Black Oak (the "Group B Shareholders") were converted into the right to receive approximately 21,378 shares of our Series Q Preferred Stock, of which approximately 3,695 shares of Series Q Preferred Stock were issued and paid at closing. The shares of Series Z Preferred Stock, Series B Preferred Stock, and Series Q Preferred Stock that were issued but not paid to the Black Oak shareholders at closing are subject to certain holdback and lock-up provisions, and held in an escrow account as security for the satisfaction of any post-closing adjustments or indemnification claims, as provided for in the Merger Agreement. Each share of Series Q Preferred Stock is to be converted into 5,000 shares of our common stock and each share of Series Z Preferred Stock is to be converted into 1,857 shares of our Series B Preferred Stock, in each case immediately upon our filing with the Secretary of State of the State of Nevada an Amendment to our Articles of Incorporation to increase our authorized capital for, among other reasons, satisfaction of the terms of this potential transaction. Accordingly, the approximately 21,378 shares of Series Q Preferred Stock to be issued to the Group B Shareholders is convertible into approximately 106,890,000 shares of common stock and the approximately 8,166 shares of Series Z Preferred Stock to be issued to the Group A Shareholders is convertible into approximately 15,164,262 shares of Series B Preferred Stock. The Series Z Preferred Stock is intended to mirror the rights of the holders of our Series B Preferred Stock. Each share of our Series B Preferred Stock remains convertible into 5.384325537 shares of our common stock. The aggregate fair market value of the securities issued in the Merger was approximately $22.9 million. The Group B Shareholders may also receive cash consideration equal to approximately $2.1 million.
The securities paid to the Group A Shareholders and the Group B Shareholders are subject to certain post-closing adjustments that are based on certain performance indicators as of the first anniversary of the closing date of the Merger. The first indicator is based on the performance of the volume-weighted average price of our common stock on the first anniversary of the closing date of the Merger compared to the price of our common stock on the date of the Merger Agreement. The second indicator is based on our revenues for the twelve-month period following the closing date of the Merger. A portion of the securities that the Group A Shareholders and the Group B Shareholders are entitled to receive at closing of the Merger will be held in an escrow until the first anniversary of the closing date of the Merger and the post-closing adjustments are complete.
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TERRA TECH CORP.
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
1. SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES, Continued
Since the Merger was completed on March 31, 2016, Black Oak's financial results are not included in the Company's financial statements for the quarter ended March 31, 2016.
The accompanying unaudited consolidated financial statements include all of the accounts of Terra Tech. These consolidated financial statements have been prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States for financial information and with the instructions to Form 10-K and Regulation S-X. In the opinion of management, all adjustments (consisting only of normal recurring adjustments) considered necessary for a fair presentation have been included.
Use of Estimates
The preparation of the financial statements in conformity with United States generally accepted accounting principles requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities as of the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates.
Cash and Cash Equivalents
Cash and all highly liquid investments with a maturity of three months or less from the date of purchase, including money market mutual funds, short-term time deposits, and government agency and corporate obligations, are classified as cash and cash equivalents.
Accounts Receivable
The Company reviews all outstanding accounts receivable for collectability on a quarterly basis. An allowance for doubtful accounts is recorded for any amounts deemed uncollectable. The Company does not accrue interest receivable on past due accounts receivable. There was an allowance of $161,960 at March 31, 2016 and $184,642 at December 31, 2015.
Property and Equipment
Property and equipment are stated at cost less accumulated depreciation. Depreciation is calculated using the straight-line method over the estimated useful lives of the assets: 3-32 years for machinery and equipment, leasehold improvements and buildings are amortized over the estimated useful life. Repairs and maintenance expenditures that do not extend the useful lives of related assets are expensed as incurred.
Intangibles
Intangible assets with definite lives are amortized, but are tested for impairment quarterly and when an event occurs or circumstances change such that it is more likely than not that an impairment may exist. The Company tests intangibles for impairment by first comparing the carrying value of net assets to the fair value of the related operations. If the fair value is determined to be less than the carrying value, a second step is performed to compute the amount of the impairment. In this process, a fair value for intangibles is estimated, based in part on the fair value of the operations, and is compared to its carrying value. The shortfall of the fair value below the carrying value represents the amount of intangible impairment. The Company tests these intangibles for impairment by comparing their carrying value to current projections of discounted cash flows attributable to the customer list. Any excess carrying value over the amount of discounted cash flows represents the amount of the impairment.
Deposits
Deposits are for contractors, stores, and land in California and Nevada.
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TERRA TECH CORP.
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
1. SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES, Continued
Revenue Recognition
Revenue is recognized net of discounts, rebates, promotional adjustments, price adjustments, and estimated returns, and upon transfer of title and risk to the customer which occurs at shipping (F.O.B. terms). Upon shipment, the Company has no further performance obligations and collection is reasonably assured as the majority of sales are paid for prior to shipping.
Cost of Goods Sold
Cost of goods sold are for the plants grown and purchased and sold into the retail marketplace by Edible Garden. It also includes the cost incurred in producing the oils, waxes, shatters, and clears sold by IVXX.
Research and Development
Research and development costs are expensed as incurred.
Income Taxes
The Company provides for income taxes based on enacted tax law and statutory tax rates at which items of income and expenses are expected to be settled in our income tax return. Certain items of revenue and expense are reported for Federal income tax purposes in different periods than for financial reporting purposes, thereby resulting in deferred income taxes. Deferred taxes are also recognized for operating losses that are available to offset future taxable income. Valuation allowances are established when necessary to reduce deferred tax assets to the amount expected to be realized. The Company has incurred net operating losses for financial-reporting and tax-reporting purposes. Accordingly, for Federal and state income tax purposes, the benefit for income taxes has been offset entirely by a valuation allowance against the related Federal and state deferred tax asset for the quarter ended March 31, 2016.
Loss Per Common Share
Net loss per share is computed in accordance with the provisions of ASC 260, "Earnings Per Share" by dividing net loss by the weighted average number of shares of common stock outstanding during the period. During a loss period, the effect of the potential exercise of stock options, warrants, convertible preferred stock, and convertible debt are not considered in the diluted income (loss) per share calculation since the effect would be anti-dilutive. The results of operations were a net loss for the quarter ended March 31, 2016; therefore, the basic and diluted weighted average shares of common stock outstanding were the same.
Fair Value of Financial Instruments
The Company applies fair value accounting for all financial assets and liabilities and non-financial assets and liabilities that are recognized or disclosed at fair value in the financial statements on a recurring basis. The Company defines fair value as the price that would be received from selling an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date. When determining the fair value measurements for assets and liabilities, which are required to be recorded at fair value, the Company considers the principal or most advantageous market in which the Company would transact and the market-based risk measurements or assumptions that market participants would use in pricing the asset or liability, such as risks inherent in valuation techniques, transfer restrictions and credit risk. Fair value is estimated by applying the following hierarchy, which prioritizes the inputs used to measure fair value into three levels and bases the categorization within the hierarchy upon the lowest level of input that is available and significant to the fair value measurement:
Level 1 – Quoted prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities.
Level 2 – Observable inputs other than quoted prices in active markets for identical assets and liabilities, quoted prices for identical or similar assets or liabilities in inactive markets, or other inputs that are observable or can be corroborated by observable market data for substantially the full term of the assets or liabilities.
Level 3 – Inputs that are generally unobservable and typically reflect management's estimate of assumptions that market participants would use in pricing the asset or liability.
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NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
1. SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES, Continued
The Company's valuation techniques used to measure the fair value of money market funds and certain marketable equity securities were derived from quoted prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities. The valuation techniques used to measure the fair value of all other financial instruments, all of which have counterparties with high credit ratings, were valued based on quoted market prices or model driven valuations using significant inputs derived from or corroborated by observable market data.
In accordance with the fair value accounting requirements, companies may choose to measure eligible financial instruments and certain other items at fair value. The Company has not elected the fair value option for any eligible financial instruments.
Recently Issued Accounting Standards
Leases – In February 2016, the Financial Accounting Standards Board ("FASB") issued Accounting Standards Update ("ASU") No. 2016-02, Leases (Topic 842) ("ASU 2016-02"). ASU 2016-02 requires entities to recognize right-of-use assets and lease liabilities on the balance sheet for the rights and obligations created by all leases, including operating leases, with terms of more than 12 months. The new standard also requires additional disclosures on the amount, timing, and uncertainty of cash flows arising from leases. These disclosures include qualitative and quantitative information. The new standard will be effective for the Company on January 1, 2019. Early adoption is permitted. The Company is in the process of evaluating the impact the adoption of this standard will have on its consolidated financial statements and related disclosures.
Balance Sheet Classification of Deferred Taxes – In November 2015, the FASB issued ASU No. 2015-17, Income Taxes (Topic 740): Balance Sheet Classification of Deferred Taxes ("ASU 2015-17"). ASU 2015-17 requires entities to present deferred tax assets and deferred tax liabilities as noncurrent in a classified balance sheet. The new standard is effective for public entities for annual periods beginning after December 15, 2016, with early adoption allowed on either a prospective or retrospective basis. The Company adopted ASU 2015-17, on a prospective basis, for its annual period ending December 31, 2015. Accordingly, the accompanying consolidated balance sheet at March 31, 2016 reflects the presentation of deferred tax assets and deferred tax liabilities in accordance with ASU 2015-17.
Inventory Measurement – In July 2015, the FASB issued ASU No. 2015-11, Inventory (Topic 330): Simplifying the Measurement of Inventory ("ASU 2015-11"), which requires entities to measure inventory at the lower of cost and net realizable value ("NRV"). A SU 2015-11 defines NRV as the estimated selling price in the ordinary course of business, less reasonably predictable costs of completion, disposal, and transportation. The ASU will not apply to inventories that are measured by using either the last-in, first-out method or the retail inventory method. The guidance in ASU 2015-11 is effective prospectively for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2016, and interim periods therein. Early adoption is permitted. Upon transition, entities must disclose the nature of and reason for the accounting change. The Company does not expect that the adoption of this standard will have a material effect on its consolidated financial statements.
Going Concern Disclosures – In August 2014, the FASB issued ASU No. 2014-15: Disclosure of Uncertainties About an Entity's Ability to Continue as a Going Concern ("ASU 2014-15"). ASU 2014-15 requires management to perform interim and annual assessments of an entity's ability to continue as a going concern within one year of the date the financial statements are issued and provides guidance on determining when and how to disclose going concern uncertainties in the financial statements. Certain disclosures will be required if conditions give rise to substantial doubt about an entity's ability to continue as a going concern. ASU 2014-15 is effective for annual and interim reporting periods ending after December 15, 2016, with early adoption permitted. The Company does not expect that the adoption of this standard will have a material effect on its consolidated financial statements.
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NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
2. GOING CONCERN
The Company's future success is dependent upon its ability to achieve profitable operations and generate cash from operating activities, and upon additional financing. Management believes they can raise the appropriate funds needed to support their business plan and develop an operating company which is cash-flow positive.
However, the Company incurred net losses for the quarter ended March 31, 2016, and has an accumulated deficit of approximately $50.1 million at March 31, 2016. The Company has not been able to generate sufficient cash from operating activities to fund its ongoing operations. There is no guarantee that the Company will be able to generate enough revenue and/or raise capital to support its operations. These factors raise substantial doubt about the Company's ability to continue as a going concern.
The condensed financial statements do not include any adjustments relating to the recoverability or classification of recorded assets and liabilities that might result should the Company be unable to continue as a going concern.
3. CONCENTRATIONS OF BUSINESS AND CREDIT RISK
The Company maintains cash balances in several financial institutions that are insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation up to certain federal limitations.
The Company provides credit in the normal course of business to customers located throughout the U.S. The Company performs ongoing credit evaluations of its customers and maintains allowances for doubtful accounts based on factors surrounding the credit risk of specific customers, historical trends, and other information.
4. SHARE EXCHANGE
On March 23, 2013, the Company entered into the Share Exchange Agreement pursuant to which Edible Garden's stockholders exchanged common stock of Edible Garden for the Company's common stock. Pursuant to the Share Exchange Agreement, the Company offered and sold 1,250,000 shares of its common stock, valued at $212,500, in consideration for all the issued and outstanding shares in Edible Garden. The Company also acquired Edible Garden's customer list.
The transaction was accounted for as a business acquisition. In accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, intangible assets are recorded at fair value as of the date of the transaction. The Company preliminarily allocated the $212,500 consideration paid for the acquired assets as follows:
Cash |
|
| 100 |
|
Intangible assets, customer list |
|
| 212,400 |
|
Fair value acquired |
| $ | 212,500 |
|
Intangible assets with estimated useful lives are amortized over a five-year period. Amortization expense was approximately $10,620 for the quarter ended March 31, 2016.
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NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
5. INVENTORY
Inventory consists of raw materials for Edible Garden's herb, produce, and floral product lines and IVXX's line of cannabis pure concentrates. Work-In-Progress consists of live plants grown for Edible Garden's herb, produce, and floral product lines along with IVXX's line of cannabis pure concentrates. Finished goods consists of IVXX's line of cannabis packaged to be sold into dispensaries. Cost of goods sold is calculated using the average costing method. The Company reviews its inventory periodically to determine net realizable value. The Company writes down inventory, if required, based on forecasted demand. These factors are impacted by market and economic conditions, new products introductions, and require estimates that may include uncertain elements. Inventory at March 31, 2016 and December 31, 2015 consisted of the following:
|
| March 31, |
|
| December 31, |
| ||
|
| 2016 |
|
| 2015 |
| ||
Raw Materials |
| $ | 615,010 |
|
| $ | 277,340 |
|
Work-In-Progress |
|
| 257,946 |
|
|
| 542,530 |
|
Finished Goods |
|
| 446,105 |
|
|
| 129,578 |
|
|
| $ | 1,319,061 |
|
| $ | 949,448 |
|
6. PROPERTY, EQUIPMENT, AND LEASEHOLD IMPROVEMENTS
Property, equipment, and leasehold improvements at cost, less accumulated depreciation, at March 31, 2016 and December 31, 2015 consisted of the following:
|
| March 31, |
|
| December 31, |
| ||
|
| 2016 |
|
| 2015 |
| ||
Land |
| $ | 1,454,124 |
|
| $ | 1,454,124 |
|
Furniture |
| 131,547 |
|
| 70,786 |
| ||
Equipment | 2,358,202 | 2,322,444 | ||||||
Leasehold improvements |
|
| 4,567,014 |
|
|
| 3,893,330 |
|
Subtotal |
|
| 8,510,887 |
|
|
| 7,740,684 |
|
Less accumulated depreciation |
|
| (1,196,438 | ) |
|
| (1,045,709 | ) |
Total |
| $ | 7,314,449 |
|
| $ | 6,694,975 |
|
Depreciation expense related to property and equipment for the quarter ended March 31, 2016 was $150,729 and for the year ended December 31, 2015 was $602,814.
7. ACCOUNTS PAYABLE AND ACCRUED EXPENSE
Accounts payable and accrued expenses consisted of the following:
|
| March 31, |
|
| December 31, |
| ||
|
| 2016 |
|
| 2015 |
| ||
Accounts payable |
| $ | 1,359,175 |
|
| $ | 1,105,994 |
|
Accrued interest |
|
| 35,212 |
|
|
| 103,465 |
|
|
| $ | 1,394,387 |
|
| $ | 1,119,459 |
|
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NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
8. NOTES PAYABLE
Notes payable are as follows:
|
| March 31, |
|
| December 31, |
| ||
|
| 2016 |
|
| 2015 |
| ||
Promissory note dated July 25, 2014 issued to an accredited investor, which matured July 24, 2015 and bore interest at a rate of 12% per annum. The holder of the note extended the maturity to July 25, 2016. Principal and interest may be converted into common stock based on the average trading price of the ten days prior to maturity at the holder's option. |
| $ | 150,000 |
|
| $ | 150,000 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Unsecured promissory demand notes issued to an accredited investor, which bears interest at a rate of 4% per annum. Holder may elect to convert into common stock at $0.75 per share. In 2015, the investor exchanged the notes from other accredited investors. |
|
| 114,306 |
|
|
| 114,306 |
|
5% Original issue discount senior secured convertible promissory note dated May 5, 2014 issued to accredited investors, which matured November 5, 2015, and bore interest at a rate of 12% per annum. The fixed conversion price in effect was set at 90% of the 20-day volume weighted average price ("VWAP") of our common stock on February 5, 2014, or $0.30753 per share. In 2015, the holder of the note converted some of the debt and accrued interest into common stock. The remaining balance of the note and accrued interest was converted into common stock in March 2016. | - | 96,491 |
Convertible promissory note dated April 7, 2015 issued to accredited investors, which matures October 7, 2016 and bears interest at a rate of 12% per annum. The conversion price in effect is $0.1303, subject to adjustment. The remaining balance of the note and accrued interest was converted into common stock in January 2016. |
|
| - |
|
|
| 170,856 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Convertible promissory note dated May 13, 2015 issued to accredited investors, which matures November 13, 2016 and bears interest at a rate of 12% per annum. The conversion price in effect is $0.1211, subject to adjustment. The remaining balance of the note and accrued interest was converted into common stock in January 2016. |
|
| - |
|
|
| 170,783 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Convertible promissory note dated December 14, 2015, issued to accredited investors, which matures December 13, 2016 and bears interest at a rate of 12% per annum. The conversion price in effect is $0.1211, subject to adjustment. |
|
| 289,472 |
|
|
| 214,927 |
|
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NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
8. NOTES PAYABLE, Continued
|
| March 31, |
|
| December 31, |
| ||
|
| 2016 |
|
| 2015 |
| ||
Convertible promissory note dated March 10, 2016, issued to accredited investors, which matures September 10, 2017 and bears interest at a rate of 1% per annum. The conversion price in effect is 90% of the average of the lowest three (3) VWAPs for the five (5) consecutive trading days prior to the conversion date. |
|
| 1,250,000 |
|
|
| - |
|
Total Debt |
|
| 1,803,778 |
|
|
| 917,363 |
|
Less short-term portion |
|
| 553,778 |
|
|
| 917,363 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Long-term portion |
| $ | 1,250,000 |
|
| $ | - |
|
Total debt as of March 31, 2016 and December 31, 2015, was $1,803,778 and $917,363, respectively, which included unamortized debt discount of $210,529 and $693,435, respectively. The senior secured promissory notes are secured by shares of common stock. There was accrued interest of $35,212 as of March 31, 2016.
On February 27, 2015, the Company entered into a Securities Purchase Agreement (the "Purchase Agreement") with certain purchasers (the "Purchasers") relating to the issuance and sale (the "Offering") of (i) 12% Convertible Promissory Notes (the "Notes") in the aggregate principal amount of Three Million Dollars ($3,000,000), that are convertible into shares (the "Conversion Shares") of the Company's common stock, par value $0.001 per share, and (ii) warrants (the "Warrants") to acquire shares (the "Warrant Shares") of the Company's common stock pursuant to the terms of the Purchase Agreement. The purchase of the Notes occurred in three (3) tranches (each, a "Tranche", and, collectively, the "Tranches"), with the first Tranche of $750,000 closing simultaneously with the execution of the Purchase Agreement. The second tranche of $450,000 closed on April 6, 2015. The third and final tranche of $450,000 closed on May 12, 2015. The Company did not close on the remaining three (3) tranches.
The Purchase Agreement contains customary representations, warranties, and covenants by, among, and for the benefit of the parties. The Purchasers were granted customary participation rights in future financings. The Purchase Agreement also limits the Company's ability to engage in subsequent equity sales for a certain period of time.
The proceeds from the Offering are intended to be used for general corporate proceeds and cannot be used: (i) for the satisfaction of any portion of the Company's debt (other than payment of trade payables in the ordinary course of the Company's business and prior practices), (ii) for the redemption of the Company's common stock or common stock equivalents, (iii) for the settlement of any outstanding litigation, or (iv) in violation of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act or the Office of Foreign Assets Control.
The Offering is exempt from the registration requirements of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the "Securities Act"), pursuant to Section 4(a)(2) of the Securities Act (in that the Notes, the Conversion Shares, the Warrants, and the Warrant Shares were sold by us in a transaction not involving any public offering) and pursuant to Rule 506 of Regulation D promulgated thereunder. The Notes, the Conversion Shares, the Warrants, and the Warrant Shares are restricted securities that have not been registered under the Securities Act, and will not be registered under the Securities Act, and may not be offered or sold absent registration or applicable exemption from the registration requirements.
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NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
9. FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS
The following table represents the fair value hierarchy for those financial assets measured at fair value on a recurring basis:
|
| Fair Value at |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
| ||||
|
| March 31, |
|
| Fair Value Measurement Using |
| ||||||||||
|
| 2016 |
|
| Level 1 |
|
| Level 2 |
|
| Level 3 |
| ||||
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
| ||||
Derivative liability - Conversion Feature |
| $ | 1,334,000 |
|
|
| - |
|
|
| - |
|
| $ | 1,334,000 |
|
|
| $ | 1,334,000 |
|
|
| - |
|
|
| - |
|
| $ | 1,334,000 |
|
|
| Fair Value at |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
| ||||
|
| December 31, |
|
| Fair Value Measurement Using |
| ||||||||||
|
| 2015 |
|
| Level 1 |
|
| Level 2 |
|
| Level 3 |
| ||||
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
| ||||
Derivative liability - Conversion Feature |
| $ | 743,400 |
|
|
| - |
|
|
| - |
|
| $ | 743,400 |
|
|
| $ | 743,400 |
|
|
| - |
|
|
| - |
|
| $ | 743,400 |
|
Liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring basis using significant unobservable inputs (Level 3):
Balance at December 31, 2015 |
| $ | 743,400 |
|
Change in fair market value of Conversion Feature |
|
| 1,160,700 | |
Issuance of equity instruments with debt greater than debt carrying amount |
|
| - |
|
Derivative debt converted into equity |
|
| (570,100 | ) |
Issuance of equity instruments with derivatives |
|
| - |
|
Balance at March 31, 2016 |
| $ | 1,334,000 |
|
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NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
10. TAX EXPENSE
The expense (benefit) for income taxes consists of the following:
|
| March 31, |
|
| December 31, |
| ||
Current: |
|
|
|
|
|
| ||
Federal |
| $ | - |
|
| $ | - |
|
State |
|
| - |
|
|
| - |
|
|
|
| - |
|
|
| - |
|
Deferred: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Federal |
|
| - |
|
|
| 44,000 |
|
State |
|
| - |
|
|
| - |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Total |
| $ | - |
|
| $ | 44,000 |
|
The components of deferred tax assets and liabilities are as follows:
|
| March 31, |
|
| December 31, |
| ||
Deferred income tax assets: |
|
|
|
|
|
| ||
Allowance for bad debt |
| $ | 71,000 |
|
| $ | 74,000 |
|
Warrants expense |
|
| 3,904,000 |
|
|
| 3,412,000 |
|
Derivatives expense |
|
| 1,239,000 |
|
|
| 729,000 |
|
Net operating losses |
|
| 7,736,000 |
|
|
| 7,029,000 |
|
|
|
| 12,950,000 |
|
|
| 11,244,000 |
|
Deferred income tax liabilities: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Depreciation |
|
| (44,000 | ) |
|
| (44,000 | ) |
Total |
|
| 12,906,000 |
|
|
| 11,200,000 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Valuation allowance |
|
| (12,950,000 | ) |
|
| (11,244,000 | ) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Net deferred tax assets |
| $ | (44,000 | ) |
| $ | (44,000 | ) |
Permanent differences include ordinary and necessary business expenses deemed by the Company as a non-allowable deduction under Internal Revenue Code Section 280E, and tax deductions related to equity compensation that are less than the compensation recognized for financial reporting.
As of March 31, 2016 and December 31, 2015, the Company had net operating loss carryforwards of approximately $18,000,000 and $18,000,000, respectively, which, if unused, will expire beginning in years 2034. These tax attributes are subject to an annual limitation from equity shifts, which constitute a change of ownership as defined under Internal Revenue Code Section 382, which will limit their utilization. The Company has yet to assess the effect of these limitations, but expects these losses to be substantially limited. Accordingly, the Company has placed a reserve against any assets associated with these losses.
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NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
10. TAX EXPENSE, Continued
Management assesses the available positive and negative evidence to estimate if sufficient future taxable income will be generated to use the existing deferred tax assets. A significant piece of objective negative evidence evaluated was the cumulative losses incurred through the period ended March 31, 2016. Such objective evidence limits the ability to consider other subjective evidence, such as our projections for future growth. On the basis of this evaluation, as of March 31, 2016, a valuation allowance of has been recorded against all deferred tax assets as these assets are more likely than not to be unrealized. The amount of the deferred tax asset considered realizable, however, could be adjusted if estimates of future taxable income during the carryforward period are reduced or increased or if objective negative evidence in the form of cumulative losses is no longer present and additional weight may be given to subjective evidence such as our projections for growth.
For the quarter ended March 31, 2016, IVXX produced and sold cannabis pure concentrates, subjecting the Company to the limits of Internal Revenue Code Section 280E. Pursuant to IRC Section 280E, the Company is allowed only to deduct expenses directly related to sales of product. For the quarter ended March 31, 2016, these direct expenses exceeded gross sales subject to IRC Section 280E and accordingly the Company had no tax liability. The Company recorded a deferred tax liability related to the tax depreciation in excess of that reported for financial reporting purposes incurred in prior periods.
11. CAPITAL STOCK
Preferred Stock
The Company authorized 25 million shares of preferred stock with $0.001 par value. The Company designated 100 shares of preferred stock as "Series A Preferred Stock," of which there were 100 shares of Series A Preferred Stock outstanding as of March 31, 2016. Series A Preferred Stock is convertible on a one-for-one basis into common stock and has all of the voting rights of the Company's common stock.
The Company designated 24,968,800 shares of preferred stock as "Series B Preferred Stock," of which there were 16,150,000 shares of Series B Preferred Stock outstanding as of March 31, 2016. Each share of Series B Preferred Stock: (i) has voting rights equal to 100 shares of common stock and (ii) is convertible, at the option of the holder, on a 1-for-5.384325537 basis, into shares of the Company's common stock.
The Company designated 21,600 shares of preferred stock as "Series Q Preferred Stock," of which there were no shares of Series Q Preferred Stock outstanding as of March 31, 2016. Each share of Series Q Preferred Stock is convertible into 5,000 shares of the Company's common stock and has all the voting rights of the Company's common stock.
The Company designated 8,300 shares of preferred stock as "Series Z Preferred Stock," of which there were no shares of Series Z Preferred Stock outstanding as of March 31, 2016. The Series Z Preferred Stock is intended to mirror the rights of the holders of the Series B Preferred Stock. Each share of Series Z Preferred Stock is convertible into 1,857 shares of Series B Preferred Stock.
Please refer to Note 17, Subsequent Events, to these Consolidated Financial Statements for additional disclosure regarding changes to the Company's capital stock subsequent to March 31, 2016.
Common Stock
The Company authorized 350 million shares of common stock, $0.001 par value per share. As of March 31, 2016, 349,739,408 shares of common stock were issued and outstanding.
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NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
12. WARRANTS
The Company has the following shares of common stock reserved for exercise of the warrants outstanding as of March 31, 2016:
|
| March 31, 2016 |
| |||||
|
| Shares |
|
| Weighted Average Exercise Price |
| ||
Warrants outstanding – beginning of year |
|
| 32,426,008 |
|
| $ | 0.18 |
|
Warrants exercised |
|
| (9,206,330 | ) |
|
| 0.13 |
|
Warrants granted |
|
| 6,842,104 |
|
|
| 0.13 |
|
Warrants expired |
|
| (150,000 | ) |
|
| (0.46 | ) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Warrants outstanding – end of period |
|
| 29,911,782 |
|
| $ | 0.15 |
|
The following table summarizes information about fixed-price warrants outstanding:
Range of |
| Number Outstanding at |
|
| Average Remaining |
| Weighted |
| |||
Exercise |
| March 31, |
|
| Contractual |
| Average |
| |||
Prices |
| 2016 |
|
| Life |
| Exercise Price |
| |||
$0.85 |
|
| 40,000 |
|
| 1 Months |
| $ | 0.85 |
| |
$0.40 |
|
| 333,333 |
|
| 5 Months |
| $ | 0.40 |
| |
$0.33 |
|
| 439,637 |
|
| 10 Months |
| $ | 0.33 |
| |
$0.16 |
|
| 750,000 |
|
| 12 Months |
| $ | 0.16 |
| |
$0.14 |
|
| 1,578,947 |
|
| 27 Months |
| $ | 0.14 |
| |
$0.21 |
|
| 14,946,119 |
|
| 27 Months |
| $ | 0.21 |
| |
$0.30 |
|
| 1,846,300 |
|
| 28 Months |
| $ | 0.14 |
| |
$0.06 |
|
| 7,067,002 |
|
| 31 Months |
| $ | 0.06 |
| |
$0.16 |
|
| 1,118,068 |
|
| 35 Months |
| $ | 0.16 |
| |
$0.13 |
|
| 863,392 |
|
| 37 Months |
| $ | 0.13 |
| |
$0.12 |
|
| 928,984 |
|
| 38 Months |
| $ | 0.12 |
| |
|
|
| 29,911,782 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
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NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
13. OPERATING LEASE COMMITMENTS
The Company leases certain business facilities under operating lease agreements that specify minimum rentals. Many of these have renewal provisions along with the option to acquire the property. The Company's net rent expense for the quarter ended March 31, 2016 and 2015 was $133,867 and $136,650, respectively. Future minimum lease payments under non-cancelable operating leases having an initial or remaining term of more than one year are as follows:
|
| Scheduled |
| |
Year Ending December 31: |
| Payments |
| |
2016 |
| $ | 541,656 |
|
2017 |
|
| 487,518 |
|
2018 |
|
| 478,587 |
|
2019 |
|
| 342,336 |
|
2020 |
|
| 256,173 |
|
2021 and thereafter |
|
| 2,021,484 |
|
Total minimum rental payments |
| $ | 4,127,754 |
|
14. LITIGATION AND CLAIMS
The Company is the subject of lawsuits and claims arising in the ordinary course of business from time to time. The Company reviews any such legal proceedings and claims on an ongoing basis and follow appropriate accounting guidance when making accrual and disclosure decisions. The Company establishes accruals for those contingencies where the incurrence of a loss is probable and can be reasonably estimated, and it discloses the amount accrued and the amount of a reasonably possible loss in excess of the amount accrued, if such disclosure is necessary for the Company's financial statements to not be misleading. To estimate whether a loss contingency should be accrued by a charge to income, the Company evaluates, among other factors, the degree of probability of an unfavorable outcome and the ability to make a reasonable estimate of the amount of the loss. The Company does not record liabilities when the likelihood that the liability has been incurred is probable, but the amount cannot be reasonably estimated. Based upon present information, the Company determined that there were no matters that required an accrual as of March 31, 2016, nor were there any asserted or unasserted claims for which material losses are reasonably possible.
15. SEGMENT INFORMATION
The Company's operating and reportable segments are currently organized around the following products that it offers as part of its core business strategy:
| · | Hydroponic Products |
| · | Cannabis Products |
These two reportable segments, which are described in greater detail below, had previously been reported on a combined basis as they had been operated and evaluated as one operating segment. The Company experienced significant growth over the last year in most of our product areas. As the Company has grown organically, and as the Company previously added to its capabilities through acquisitions, its products have increased in scale and become more strategically important and distinctly organized and managed under these two groupings. In addition, Derek Peterson, the Company's chief operating decision maker ("CODM") has begun reviewing results and managing and allocating resources between these two strategic business groupings, and has begun budgeting using these business segments. The Company's segment information for the quarter ended March 31, 2016 has been reclassified to conform to its current presentation.
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NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
15. SEGMENT INFORMATION, Continued
The Company's CODM reviews revenues including intersegment revenues, gross profit and operating income (loss) before income taxes when evaluating segment performance and allocating resources to each segment. Accordingly, intersegment revenue is included in the segment revenues presented in the tables below and is eliminated from revenues and cost of sales in the "Eliminations and Other" column. The "Eliminations and Other" column also includes various income and expense items that the Company does not allocate to its operating segments. These income and expense amounts include the results of the Company's hydroponic equipment, which are not material, interest income, interest expense, corporate overhead, and corporate-wide expense items such as legal and professional fees as well as expense items for which we have not identified a reasonable basis for allocation. The accounting policies of the reportable segments are the same as those described in Note 1 of the Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements.
Hydroponic Products – The Company's locally grown hydroponic products, which include produce, herbs, and floral products, are started from seed and are grown in environmentally controlled greenhouses. When harvested, the products are sold through retailers targeted to customers seeking produce, herbs, or floral products locally grown using environmentally sustainable methods.
Cannabis Products – IVXX's cannabis products are currently produced in the Company's supercritical Co2 lab in California and are sold in select dispensaries throughout California. The Company currently operates or plans to operate medical marijuana cultivation, production, and dispensary facilities in Nevada through its subsidiaries, MediFarm, MediFarm I, and MediFarm II. The Company was granted eight provisional permits in Nevada and have received approval from the local authorities with respect to all of the permits.
Summarized financial information concerning the Company's reportable segments is shown in the following tables. Total asset amounts at March 31, 2016 and 2015 exclude intercompany receivable balances eliminated in consolidation.
|
| 3 Months Ended March 31, 2016 |
| |||||||||||||
|
| Hydroponic |
|
| Cannabis |
|
| Eliminations |
|
|
|
| ||||
|
| Produce |
|
| Products |
|
| and Other |
|
| Total |
| ||||
Total Revenues |
| $ | 1,401,443 |
|
| $ | 130,203 |
|
| $ | 16,521 |
|
| $ | 1,548,167 |
|
Cost of Goods Sold |
|
| 1,200,932 |
|
|
| 213,261 |
|
|
| - |
|
|
| 1,414,193 |
|
|
|
| 200,511 |
|
|
| (83,058 | ) |
|
| 16,521 |
|
|
| 133,974 |
|
Selling, general and administrative expenses |
|
| 518,652 |
|
|
| 202,136 |
|
|
| 1,325,560 |
|
|
| 2,046,348 |
|
Loss from operations |
|
| (318,141 | ) |
|
| (285,194 | ) |
|
| (1,309,039 | ) |
|
| (1,912,374 | ) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Other Income (Expenses) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Amortization of debt discount |
|
| - |
|
|
| - |
|
|
| (94,406 | ) |
|
| (94,406 | ) |
Loss on extinguishment of debt |
|
| - |
|
|
| - |
|
|
| (920,797 | ) |
|
| (920,797 | ) |
Gain (Loss) on fair market valuation of derivatives |
|
| - |
|
|
| - |
|
|
| (1,160,700 | ) |
|
| (1,160,700 | ) |
Interest Income (Expense) |
|
| - |
|
|
| - |
|
|
| (55,995 | ) |
|
| (55,995 | ) |
Total Other Income (Expense) |
|
| - |
|
|
| - |
|
|
| (2,231,898 | ) |
|
| (2,231,898 | ) |
Loss before Provision of Income Taxes |
| $ | (318,141 | ) |
| $ | (285,194 | ) |
| $ | (3,540,937 | ) |
| $ | (4,144,272 | ) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Total assets at March 31, 2016 |
| $ | 6,667,866 |
|
| $ | 2,734,868 |
|
| $ | 2,750,386 |
|
| $ | 12,153,120 |
|
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NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
15. SEGMENT INFORMATION, Continued
|
| 3 Months Ended March 31, 2015 |
| |||||||||||||
|
| Hydroponic |
|
| Cannabis |
|
| Eliminations |
|
|
|
| ||||
|
| Produce |
|
| Products |
|
| and Other |
|
| Total |
| ||||
Total Revenues |
| $ | 458,773 |
|
| $ | 304,025 |
|
| $ | 555 |
|
| $ | 763,353 |
|
Cost of Goods Sold |
|
| 288,093 |
|
|
| 257,319 |
|
|
| - |
|
|
| 545,412 |
|
|
|
| 170,680 |
|
|
| 46,706 |
|
|
| 555 |
|
|
| 217,941 |
|
Selling, general and administrative expenses |
|
| 472,065 |
|
|
| 215,515 |
|
|
| 1,634,931 |
|
|
| 2,322,511 |
|
Loss from operations |
|
| (301,385 | ) |
|
| (168,809 | ) |
|
| (1,634,376 | ) |
|
| (2,104,570 | ) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Other Income (Expenses) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Amortization of debt discount |
|
| - |
|
|
| - |
|
|
| (41,126 | ) |
|
| (41,126 | ) |
Loss from derivatives issued with debt greater than debt carrying value |
| - |
|
|
| - |
|
|
| (224,000 | ) |
|
| (224,000 | ) | |
Gain (Loss) on fair market valuation of derivatives |
|
| - |
|
|
| - |
|
|
| 408,200 |
|
|
| 408,200 |
|
Interest Income (Expense) |
|
| - |
|
|
| - |
|
|
| (188,529 | ) |
|
| (188,529 | ) |
Total Other Income (Expense) |
|
| - |
|
|
| - |
|
|
| (45,455 | ) |
|
| (45,455 | ) |
Loss before Provision of Income Taxes |
| $ | (301,385 | ) |
| $ | (168,809 | ) |
| $ | (1,679,831 | ) |
| $ | (2,150,025 | ) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Total assets at March 31, 2015 |
| $ | 6,009,693 |
|
| $ | 794,180 |
|
| $ | 426,508 |
|
| $ | 7,230,381 |
|
16. RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS
During the quarter ended March 31, 2016, our subsidiary, IVXX, purchased raw materials totaling $16,076 from Black Oak, an entity in which the Company's Chief Executive Officer then-held an ownership interest. On March 31, 2016, we completed the Merger, whereby Merger Sub merged with and into Black Oak, with Black Oak as the surviving corporation, and becoming a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Company. The terms of the purchases of the raw materials were at arms-length. There was no accounts receivable balance from this entity as of March 31, 2016.
17. SUBSEQUENT EVENTS
Issuances of Debt:
On March 31, 2016, the Company issued a demand promissory note in favor of Dominion Capital LLC ("Dominion") in the amount of $750,000. The principal and interest under the demand note is due and payable on demand, but in no case later than June 30, 2016. Payment may be made in either cash or shares of the Company's common stock, at Dominion's option. Dominion may also, at its option, convert the demand note into a subsequent securities offering that is undertaken by the Company. Interest accrues at the simple rate of one percent (1%). The Company received the $750,000 on April 1, 2016.
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NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
17. SUBSEQUENT EVENTS, Continued
On April 29, 2016, the Company issued a demand promissory note in favor of Dominion in the amount of $500,000. The demand note matures on the earlier of July 31, 2016, or on demand. Payment may be made in either cash or shares of the Company's common stock, at Dominion's option. Dominion may also, at its option, convert the demand note into a subsequent securities offering that is undertaken by the Company. Interest accrues at the simple rate of one percent (1%). The Company received the $500,000 on May 3, 2016.
Issuances and Sales of Common Stock:
In the second quarter of 2016, the Company issued 172,414 shares of common stock for the net amount of $100,000 pursuant to an agreement for the sale and assignment of various trademarks. The $100,000 liability was recorded on the books as March 31, 2015.
Designation of New Series of Preferred Stock:
Effective May 3, 2016, the Company designated two additional series of preferred stock: (i) Series G Preferred Stock and (ii) Series N Preferred Stock, by filing Certificate of Designations with the Secretary of State of the State of Nevada. The Certificate of Designation of Series G Preferred Stock (the "Series G Certificate") designates one share as Series G Preferred Stock. Each share of Series G Preferred Stock is convertible into 14,545,355 shares of the Company's common stock immediately upon the Company filing with the Secretary of State of the State of Nevada an Amendment to its Articles of Incorporation to increase its authorized capital. The holder of the Series G Preferred Stock is entitled to a liquidation preference equal to $15,545.46 per share (subject to appropriate adjustment in the event of any stock dividend, forward stock split, or other similar recapitalization). Such liquidation preference is in preference (but equal to the holders of the Series Q Preferred Stock and the holder of the Series N Preferred Stock) to the holders of the Company's common stock, but subordinate in preference to any sum to which the holders of any shares of any other series of the Company's preferred stock are entitled.
The Certificate of Designation of Series N Preferred Stock (the "Series N Certificate") designates one share as Series N Preferred Stock. Each share of Series G Preferred Stock is convertible into 2,500,000 shares of the Company's common stock immediately upon the Company filing with the Secretary of State of the State of Nevada an Amendment to its Articles of Incorporation to increase its authorized capital. The holder of the Series N Preferred Stock are entitled to a liquidation preference equal to $2,500 per share (subject to appropriate adjustment in the event of any stock dividend, forward stock split, or other similar recapitalization). Such liquidation preference is in preference (but equal to the holder of the Series G Preferred Stock and the holders of the Series Q Preferred Stock) to the holders of the Company's common stock, but subordinate in preference to any sum to which the holders of any shares of any other series of the Company's preferred stock are entitled.
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ITEM 2. MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
In addition to historical information, this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q may contain "forward-looking statement" within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the "Securities Act"), and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the "Exchange Act"), which provides a "safe harbor" for forward-looking statements made by us. All statements, other than statements of historical facts, including statements concerning our plans, objectives, goals, beliefs, business strategies, future events, business conditions, results of operations, financial position, business outlook, business trends, and other information, may be forward-looking statements. Words such as "might," "will," "may," "should," "estimates," "expects," "continues," "contemplates," "anticipates," "projects," "plans," "potential," "predicts," "intends," "believes," "forecasts," "future," and variations of such words or similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements. The forward-looking statements are not historical facts, and are based upon our current expectations, beliefs, estimates, and projections, and various assumptions, many of which, by their nature, are inherently uncertain and beyond our control. Our expectations, beliefs, estimates, and projections are expressed in good faith and we believe there is a reasonable basis for them. However, there can be no assurance that management's expectations, beliefs, estimates, and projections will occur or be achieved and actual results may vary materially from what is expressed in or indicated by the forward-looking statements.
There are a number of risks, uncertainties, and other important factors, many of which are beyond our control, that could cause actual results to differ materially from the forward-looking statements contained in this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q. Such risks, uncertainties, and other important factors that could cause actual results to differ include, among others, the risk, uncertainties and factors set forth under "Item 1A. Risk Factors" in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2015, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC"), and in this report, as such risk factors may be updated from time to time in our periodic filings with the SEC, which are accessible on the SEC's website at www.sec.gov.
We caution you that the risks, uncertainties, and other factors set forth in our periodic filings with the SEC may not contain all of the risks, uncertainties, and other factors that are important to you. In addition, we cannot assure you that we will realize the results, benefits, or developments that we expect or anticipate or, even if substantially realized, that they will result in the consequences or affect us or our business in the way expected. There can be no assurance that: (i) we have correctly measured or identified all of the factors affecting our business or the extent of these factors' likely impact, (ii) the available information with respect to these factors on which such analysis is based is complete or accurate, (iii) such analysis is correct, or (iv) our strategy, which is based in part on this analysis, will be successful. All forward-looking statements in this report apply only as of the date of the report or as of the date they were made and, except as required by applicable law, we undertake no obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future developments, or otherwise.
Company Overview
We were incorporated in Nevada on July 22, 2008 under the name Private Secretary, Inc. We changed our name to Terra Tech Corp. on January 27, 2012. Our corporate headquarters is located at 4700 Von Karman Avenue, Suite 110, Newport Beach, California 92660 and our telephone number is (855) 447-6967. Our website addresses are as follows: www.terratechcorp.com, www.ediblegarden.com, www.ivxx.com, and www.blumoak.com.
Our original business was to develop a software program that would allow for automatic call processing through "VoIP" technology. Our operations were limited to capital formation, organization, and development of our business plan and target customer market. We generated no revenue.
On February 9, 2012, we completed a reverse-triangular merger with GrowOp Technology, whereby we acquired all of the issued and outstanding shares of GrowOp Technology and in exchange we issued: (i) 33,998,520 shares of our common stock, (ii) 100 shares of Series A Preferred Stock, convertible into shares of common stock on a one-for-one basis, and (iii) 14,750,000 shares of Series B Preferred Stock, with each share convertible into 5.384325537 shares of common stock. As a result of the merger, GrowOp Technology became our wholly-owned subsidiary. Following the merger, we ceased our prior operations and are now solely a holding company. Through GrowOp Technology, we engage in the design, marketing, and sale of hydroponic equipment with propriety technology to create sustainable solutions for the cultivation of indoor agriculture.
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We entered into the Share Exchange Agreement by and among the Company, Edible Garden, and the stockholders of Edible Garden. Pursuant to the Share Exchange Agreement, we offered and sold 1,250,000 shares of our common stock in consideration for all the issued and outstanding shares in Edible Garden. Separately, Amy Almsteier, one of our stockholders and a director (and, at that time, an officer), offered and sold 7,650,000 shares of Series B Preferred Stock to the Former EG Principal Stockholders. Articles of Exchange, consummating the share exchange, were filed with the Secretary of the State of Nevada on April 24, 2013. Through Edible Garden, we are the retail seller of locally grown hydroponic produce, herbs, and floral products.
We formed MediFarm on March 19, 2014. We own 60% of the membership interests in MediFarm. The remaining membership interests are owned by Camden Goorjian (20%) and by Richard Vonfeldt (20%), two otherwise unaffiliated individuals. Upon receipt of the necessary governmental approvals and permitting, as to which there can be no assurance, we expect MediFarm to operate medical marijuana cultivation, production, and dispensary facilities in Clark County, Nevada. In April 2016, MediFarm commenced operations at its medical marijuana dispensary facility in the City of Las Vegas under the "Blüm" brand.
We formed MediFarm I on July 18, 2014. We own 50% of the membership interests in MediFarm I. The remaining membership interests are owned by Forever Green NV, LLC (50%), an otherwise unaffiliated entity. Upon receipt of the necessary governmental approvals and permitting, as to which there can be no assurance, we expect MediFarm I to operate a medical marijuana dispensary in Reno, Nevada.
We formed MediFarm II on July 30, 2014. We own 55% of the membership interests in MediFarm II. The remaining membership interests are owned by Nevada MF, LLC (30%) and by Forever Green NV, LLC (15%), two otherwise unaffiliated parties. Upon receipt of the necessary governmental approval and permitting, as to which there can be no assurance, we expect MediFarm II to operate a medical marijuana cultivation and production facility in Spanish Springs, Nevada.
On September 16, 2014, we formed IVXX for the purpose of producing a line of cannabis flowers and cigarettes, as well as a complete line of cannabis pure concentrates, including: oils, waxes, shatters, and clears. We currently offer these products to 200 select dispensaries in California. IVXX also sells clothing, apparel, and other various branded products.
We formed MediFarm I RE on October 14, 2015. We own 50% of the membership interests in MediFarm I RE. The remaining membership interests is owned by Forever Young Investments, LLC (50%), an otherwise unaffiliated entity. MediFarm I RE is a real estate holding company that owns the real property and building at which a medical marijuana dispensary facility will be located. It is our intention that MediFarm I will operate the medical marijuana dispensary.
On March 31, 2016, Merger Sub merged with and into Black Oak, with Black Oak as the surviving corporation, and becoming our wholly-owned subsidiary. Black Oak operates a medical marijuana dispensary under the name Blüm in Oakland, California.
Our business segments consist of hydroponic products and cannabis products. Our hydroponic products are locally grown hydroponic produce, herbs, and floral products that are started from seed and are grown in environmentally controlled greenhouses. When harvested, the products are sold through retailers targeted to customers seeking fresh produce locally grown using environmentally sustainable methods. This segment consists of Edible Garden's business and operations. Our cannabis products segment consists of the businesses of IVXX and Black Oak, as well as the current or proposed business operations of MediFarm, MediFarm I, and MediFarm II. IVXX's cannabis products are currently produced in our supercritical Co2 lab in California and are sold in select dispensaries throughout California. Black Oak dispenses medical marijuana in Oakland, California under the "Blüm" brand. We currently operate or plan to operate medical marijuana cultivation, production, and dispensary facilities in Nevada through our subsidiaries, MediFarm, MediFarm I, and MediFarm II. See Note 16, Segment Information, in the Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements for information on our net sales, cost of goods sold, selling, general and administrative expenses, other income (expense), loss from operations, and identifiable assets by segment for the three months ended March 31, 2016 and March 31, 2015.
We have ramped up our marketing and branding efforts in order to generate additional revenues. We believe that these efforts position us to stay on track with our projected annual revenues this year of approximately $21 million.
Results of Operations for the quarter ended March 31, 2016 compared to the quarter ended March 31, 2015:
Revenues. For the quarter ended March 31, 2016, we generated revenues of approximately $1.55 million, compared to approximately $763,000 for the quarter ended March 31, 2015, an increase of approximately $785,000. The increase was primarily due to revenue generated by Edible Garden from the sales of its produce, herbs and floral products and IVXX from the sale of its cannabis products. At this stage in our development, revenues are not yet sufficient to cover ongoing operating expenses.
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Gross Margin. Our gross profits for the quarter ended March 31, 2016 was approximately $134,000, compared to gross profits of approximately $218,000 for the quarter ended March 31, 2015, a decrease of approximately $84,000. Our gross margin percentage for the quarter ended March 31, 2016 was approximately 8.65%, compared to approximately 28.55% for the quarter ended March 31, 2015. In the first quarter 2016, IVXX began to research and develop new forms of extracted cannabis products. In addition, IVXX refined its propriety recipe of extraction to produce a higher quality and more stable cannabis product in both look and efficacy. As a result of these activities, we have incurred additional costs of operations and had less time available in our Co2 extraction lab for ordinary production of our cannabis products. Our gross margin was also impacted by the allocation of IVXX's business activities into cost of goods sold. Until California's Medical Marijuana Regulation and Safety Act ("MMRSA") comes into effect in 2018, IVXX must continue to operate in accordance with the current state and local rules and regulations, which includes operating as a not-for-profit. In an effort to maintain compliance with such rules and regulations, as well as mitigate the effect of Internal Revenue Code Section 280E on IVXX's taxes, we have allocated much of IVXX's business activities into cost of goods sold, which has resulted in a lower gross margin. Management intends to explore various tax strategies and other alternatives, including seeking approval from California and local authorities to operate as a for-profit corporation prior to MMRSA taking effect in 2018, in order to improve our gross margin.
Selling, General and Administrative Expenses. Selling, general and administrative expenses for the quarter ended March 31, 2016 were approximately $2.0 million, compared to approximately $2.3 million for the quarter ended March 31, 2015, a decrease of approximately $276,000. The decrease was primarily due to: (i) an approximately $31,000 increase in commissions for additional sales generated by brokers hired by Edible Garden; (ii) an approximately $49,000 increase in travel to our medical marijuana dispensaries in Nevada and California; (iii) an approximately $60,000 increase in director compensation; (iv) an approximate $63,000 increase in accounting fees related to the acquisition of Black Oak; and (v) an approximately $131,300 increase in research and development in connection with IVXX's refined propriety extraction methods. These increases were offset by: (i) an approximately $315,400 decrease in legal fees; (ii) an approximately $239,400 decrease in consulting fees incurred in connection with the construction of the cannabis dispensaries in Nevada; and (iii) an approximate $38,300 decrease in utility expenses as a result of a warmer winter on the East Coast where Edible Garden's greenhouse facility is located.
Operating Income (Loss). We realized an operating loss of approximately $1.9 million for the quarter ended March 31, 2016, compared to approximately $2.1 million for the quarter ended March 31, 2015.
Other Income (Expense). Other expense for the quarter ended March 31, 2016 was approximately $2.2 million, compared to an expense of approximately $45,000 for the quarter ended March 31, 2015. For the quarter ended March 31, 2016, we had an increase in amortization of debt discount in the amount of approximately $94,400 versus $41,100 in the prior year's period. We had a loss on the extinguishment of debt of approximately $921,000 versus $0 in the prior year's period. We had a loss on the issuance of derivatives in the amount of $0 for the quarter ended March 31, 2016, compared to approximately $224,000. The decrease of approximately $224,000 was due to the fact that no convertible notes were issued during the first quarter of fiscal 2016. We had a loss on the fair market valuation of the derivatives in the amount of $1.2 million for the quarter ended March 31, 2016, compared to a gain of approximately $408,200 from the same period of the prior year. Interest expense totaled approximately $56,000 for the quarter ended March 31, 2016, compared to approximately $188,500 for the quarter ended March 31, 2015. This decrease is due to less debt outstanding during the quarter ended March 31, 2016.
Net Income (Loss). We incurred a net loss of approximately $4.1 million, or $0.01 per share, for the quarter ended March 31, 2016, compared to a net loss of approximately $2.1 million, or $0.01 per share, for the quarter ended March 31, 2015. The primary reasons for the increase in net loss is (i) an approximately $921,000 loss from the extinguishment of debt and (ii) an approximately $1.2 million loss from the fair market valuation of derivatives during the quarter ended March 31, 2016 compared to the prior year's first quarter.
Management will continue its efforts to lower operating expenses and increase revenue. We will continue to invest in further expanding our operations and a comprehensive marketing campaign with the goal of accelerating the education of potential clients and promoting our name and our products. Given the fact that most of the operating expenses are fixed or have a quasi-fixed character, management expects that, as revenue increases, those expenses, as a percentage of revenue, will significantly decrease. Nevertheless, there can be no assurance that we will be able to increase our revenues in succeeding quarters.
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Disclosure About Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements
We do not have any transactions, agreements or other contractual arrangements that constitute off-balance sheet arrangements.
Critical Accounting Policies
Our Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations section discusses our consolidated financial statements, which have been prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. The preparation of these financial statements requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. On an on-going basis, management evaluates its estimates and judgments, including those related to revenue recognition, accrued expenses, financing operations, and contingencies and litigation. Management bases its estimates and judgments on historical experience and on various other factors that are believed to be 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. Actual results may differ from these estimates under different assumptions or conditions. The most significant accounting estimates inherent in the preparation of our financial statements include estimates as to the appropriate carrying value of certain assets and liabilities which are not readily apparent from other sources. These accounting policies are described in Note 1, Summary of Significant Accounting Policies, to the consolidated condensed financial statements included in this report.
Liquidity and Capital Resources
We have never reported net income. We incurred net losses for the three months ended March 31, 2016 and have an accumulated deficit of approximately $50.1 million at March 31, 2016. As of March 31, 2016, we had a working capital deficit of approximately $8,800. At March 31, 2016, we had a cash balance of approximately $1.1 million, compared to a cash balance of approximately $418,100 at December 31, 2015. We have not been able to generate sufficient cash from operating activities to fund our ongoing operations. Since our inception, we have raised capital through private sales of preferred stock, common stock, and debt securities. Our future success is dependent upon our ability to achieve profitable operations and generate cash from operating activities. There is no guarantee that we will be able to generate enough revenue and/or raise capital to support our operations.
We anticipate requiring additional capital for the commercial development of our subsidiaries. We anticipate we will need an additional $13.5 million in capital for the commercial development of MediFarm, MediFarm I, and MediFarm II. In April 2016, MediFarm commenced operations at its dispensary located in Las Vegas, Nevada under the "Blüm" brand. None of MediFarm, MediFarm I, or MediFarm II has commenced operations at any other of its proposed cultivation, production, or dispensary facilities. With respect to the proposed cultivation and production facilities, we intend to complete the construction of such facilities in phases, the timing of which will be dictated by market demand. Accordingly, the $13.5 million budget as described herein is entirely prospective as to the timing and amount of expenditures. With respect to MediFarm, the estimated construction budget (for year one) and operation budget (for the first five years of operation) is approximately $750,000 for the dispensary facilities and approximately $6 million for the cultivation and production facility. With respect to MediFarm I's dispensary facility, the estimated construction budget (for year one) and operation budget (for the first five years of operation) is approximately $750,000. With respect to MediFarm II's cultivation and production facility, the estimated construction budget (for year one) and operation budget (for the first five years of operation) is approximately $6 million. Forever Green NV, LLC, a member of both MediFarm I and MediFarm II, has agreed to contribute approximately $500,000 in the form of debt to MediFarm I and approximately $750,000 in the form of debt to MediFarm II. We will be obligated to contribute the remaining amount, or approximately $12.3 million in the aggregate, for all three subsidiaries. This amount is in addition to any proceeds we may receive if and when we sell additional securities.
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We will be required to raise additional funds through public or private financing, additional collaborative relationships or other arrangements until we are able to raise revenues to a point of positive cash flow. We believe our existing and available capital resources will be sufficient to satisfy our funding requirements through the second quarter of 2016. We are evaluating various options to further reduce our cash requirements to operate at a reduced rate, as well as options to raise additional funds, including obtaining loans and selling common stock. There is no guarantee that we will be able to generate enough revenue and/or raise capital to support our operations, or if we are able to raise capital, that it will be available to us on acceptable terms, on an acceptable schedule, or at all.
The issuance of additional securities may result in a significant dilution in the equity interests of our current stockholders. Obtaining loans, assuming these loans would be available, will increase our liabilities and future cash commitments. There is no assurance that we will be able to obtain further funds required for our continued operations or that additional financing will be available for use when needed or, if available, that it can be obtained on commercially reasonable terms. If we are not able to obtain the additional financing on a timely basis, we will not be able to meet our other obligations as they become due and we will be forced to scale down or perhaps even cease our operations.
Due to the uncertainty of our ability to meet our current operating and capital expenses, our independent auditors included a note to our financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2015 regarding concerns about our ability to continue as a going concern. There is substantial doubt about our ability to continue as a going concern as the continuation and expansion of our business is dependent upon obtaining further financing, successful and sufficient market acceptance of our products, and achieving a profitable level of operations. The consolidated condensed financial statements do not include any adjustments relating to the recoverability or classification of recorded assets and liabilities that might result should we be unable to continue as a going concern.
Promissory Notes
Fiscal 2015
On February 27, 2015, we entered into a Securities Purchase Agreement with certain purchasers relating to the issuance and sale of (i) 12% Convertible Promissory Notes in the aggregate principal amount of Three Million Dollars ($3,000,000), that are convertible into shares of our common stock, and (ii) warrants to acquire shares of our common stock. The purchase of the notes occurred in three (3) tranches, with the first tranche of $750,000 closing simultaneously with the execution of the agreement. The second tranche of $450,000 closed on April 6, 2015 and the third and final tranche of $450,000 closed on May 12, 2015. We agreed to reimburse the purchasers $15,000 for legal fees incurred in connection with the offering that was paid at the closing of the first tranche. Aegis Capital Corp. ("Aegis"), the placement agent, was paid approximately $68,000 at the closing of the first, second and third tranches.
Each note accrued interest at 12% per annum, of which twelve months interest was guaranteed, payable on each conversion date for the principal amount being converted and on the maturity date in either cash or, at the holder's option, in shares of common stock. All principal and interest due and owing under each note was convertible into shares of our common stock, at any time at the election of the holder, at a conversion price equal to 75% of the lowest VWAP in the prior 20-trading days immediately before the conversion date. We also agreed to issue to the purchasers a series of warrants to purchase up to that number of shares of common stock equal to 25% of the principal amount of the note issuable to the purchasers at the applicable closing divided by the conversion price of the note.
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Operating Activities
Cash used in operations for the three months ended March 31, 2016 was approximately $1.7 million, compared to approximately $1.2 million for the three months ended March 31, 2015. The increase in the cash used in operations was primarily due to: (i) an increase in net loss for the three months ended March 31, 2016, compared to the three months ended March 31, 2015; (ii) an approximate $1.2 million loss on the fair market value of derivatives for the three months ended March 31, 2016, compared to an approximate $408,200 gain on the fair market value of derivatives for the three months ended March 31, 2015; (iii) the increase in the amortization of debt discount of approximately $94,400 for the three months ended March 31, 2016 versus $41,100 for the three months ended March 31, 2015; (iv) the increase of stock option expense of approximately $47,600 for the three months ended March 31, 2016, compared to $0 for the three months ended March 31, 2015; and (v) a reduction from the equity instruments issued with debt greater than debt carrying value in the amount of $0 for the three months ended March 31, 2016, compared to approximately $224,000 for the three months ended March 31, 2015.
Investing Activities
Cash used in investing activities for the three months ended March 31, 2016 was approximately $820,200, compared to cash used by investing activities of approximately $43,200 for the three months ended March 31, 2015. During the first three months of fiscal 2016, cash used in investing activities was primarily comprised of expenditures related to the construction of the MediFarm dispensaries in Nevada.
Financing Activities
Cash provided by financing activities for the three months ended March 31, 2016 was approximately $3.2 million, compared to $676,500 for the three months ended March 31, 2015, an increase of approximately $2.5 million. The cash provided by financing activities in the first three months of fiscal 2016 was primarily due to approximately $3.2 million from the sale of common stock.
ITEM 3. QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK.
As a smaller reporting company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act), we are not required to provide the information called for by this Item 3.
ITEM 4. CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES.
Under the supervision and with the participation of our management, our principal executive officer and our principal financial officer are responsible for conducting an evaluation of the effectiveness of the design and operation of our disclosure controls and procedures, as defined in Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e) under the Exchange Act, as of the end of the fiscal quarter covered by this report. Disclosure controls and procedures means that the material information required to be included in our SEC reports is recorded, processed, summarized, and reported within the time periods specified in SEC rules and forms relating to our company, including any consolidating subsidiaries, and was made known to us by others within those entities, particularly during the period when this report was being prepared. Based on this evaluation, our principal executive officer and principal financial officer concluded as of the evaluation date that our disclosure controls and procedures were not effective as of March 31, 2016.
There were no changes in our internal controls over financial reporting during the most recently completed fiscal quarter that have materially affected or are reasonably likely to materially affect our internal control over financial reporting.
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PART II. OTHER INFORMATION
ITEM 1. LEGAL PROCEEDINGS.
We are not currently subject to any legal proceedings. From time to time, we may become subject to litigation or proceedings in connection with our business, as either a plaintiff or defendant. There are no such pending legal proceedings to which we are a party that, in the opinion of management, is likely to have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition or results of operations.
ITEM 1A. RISK FACTORS.
There have been no material changes to the risk factors disclosed in Part I, Item 1A, "Risk Factors," of our Annual Report on Form 10-K for our fiscal Year ended December 31, 2015. Please refer to that section for disclosures regarding the risk and uncertainties relating to our business.
ITEM 2. UNREGISTERED SALES OF EQUITY SECURITIES AND USE OF PROCEEDS.
On March 30, 2016, we entered into an agreement whereby we issued 172,414 shares of our common stock in exchange for the sale and assignment of certain trademarks valued at approximately $100,000. The issuances were made pursuant to the exemption for registration afforded by Section 4(a)(2) of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended.
On March 31, 2016, we entered into a demand promissory note in favor of Dominion in the amount of $750,000. The principal and interest under the demand note is due and payable on demand, but in no case later than June 30, 2016. Payment may be made in either cash or shares of the Company's common stock, at Dominion's option. Dominion may also, at its option, convert the demand note into a subsequent securities offering that is undertaken by us. Interest is at the simple rate of one percent (1%). We may prepay all or any portion of the principal of the demand note at any time without penalty upon at least three (3) days' notice to Dominion. The demand note contains customary events of default, including, default in any payment required under the demand note, failure to observe or perform any material covenant, agreement, or warranty contained in, or otherwise commit any breach of default of any provision of the demand note, and commencement of bankruptcy proceedings. Upon the occurrence of an event of default, Dominion shall give notice to us, at which time, we will have five business days to pay the outstanding amount due under the demand note, including interest, in full. If we fail to make such full payment within such five-day period, we will be subject to a default penalty fee equal to $15,000 per month during the default period. The issuance of the demand note was made pursuant to the exemption for registration afforded by Section 4(a)(2) of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended.
On April 29, 2016, we entered into a demand promissory note in favor of Dominion in the amount of $500,000. The principal and interest under the demand note is due and payable on demand, but in no case later than July 31, 2016. Payment may be made in either cash or shares of the Company's common stock, at Dominion's option. Dominion may also, at its option, convert the demand note into a subsequent securities offering that is undertaken by us. Interest is at the simple rate of one percent (1%). We may prepay all or any portion of the principal of the demand note at any time without penalty upon at least three (3) days' notice to Dominion. The demand note contains customary events of default, including, default in any payment required under the demand note, failure to observe or perform any material covenant, agreement, or warranty contained in, or otherwise commit any breach of default of any provision of the demand note, and commencement of bankruptcy proceedings. Upon the occurrence of an event of default, Dominion shall give notice to us, at which time, we will have five business days to pay the outstanding amount due under the demand note, including interest, in full. If we fail to make such full payment within such five-day period, we will be subject to a default penalty fee equal to $10,000 per month during the default period. The issuance of the demand note was made pursuant to the exemption for registration afforded by Section 4(a)(2) of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended.
ITEM 3. DEFAULTS UPON SENIOR SECURITIES.
None.
ITEM 4. MINE SAFETY DISCLOSURES.
None.
ITEM 5. OTHER INFORMATION.
None.
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ITEM 6. EXHIBITS.
(a)
4.9 | Certificate of Designation for Series G Preferred Stock * | |
4.10 | Certificate of Designation for Series N Preferred Stock * | |
10.28 | Agreement of Merger dated March 31, 2016, by and between Generic Merger Sub, Inc. and Black Oak Gallery * | |
10.29 | Operations and Asset Management Agreement dated March 31, 2016, by and among Platinum Standard, LLC, Black Oak Gallery, and Terra Tech Corp. * | |
10.30 | Form of Demand Promissory Note, dated March 31, 2016, with Dominion Capital LLC * | |
10.31 | Form of Demand Promissory Note, dated April 29, 2016, with Dominion Capital LLC * | |
31.1 | Certification of Derek Peterson, Chief Executive Officer, pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002. * | |
31.2 | Certification of Michael C. James, Chief Financial Officer, pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002. * | |
32.1 | Certification of Derek Peterson, Chief Executive Officer, pursuant to Sections 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, 18 U.S.C. Section 1350. * | |
32.2 | Certification of Michael C. James, Chief Financial Officer, pursuant to Sections 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, 18 U.S.C. Section 1350. * | |
101.INS | XBRL Instance Document * | |
101.SCH | XBRL Taxonomy Extension Schema Document * | |
101.CAL | XBRL Taxonomy Extension Calculations Linkbase Document * | |
101.DEF | XBRL Taxonomy Extension Definition Linkbase Document * | |
101.LAB | XBRL Taxonomy Extension Label Linkbase Document * | |
101.PRE | XBRL Taxonomy Presentation Linkbase Document * |
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filed herewith
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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.
TERRA TECH CORP. | |||
Date: May 12, 2016 | By: | /s/ Michael C. James | |
Michael C. James | |||
Chief Financial Officer |
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