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Annual Report
for the year ended 30 June 2019
Seafarms Group Limited ABN 50 009 317 846
Financial Report - 30 June 2019
Lodged with the ASX under Listing Rule 4.3A.
This information should be read in conjunction with the
Financial Report
Contents
Results for Announcement to the Market
Financial statements
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Appendix 4E
Financial Report
Year ended 30 June 2019
Name of entity
Seafarms Group Limited
ABN or equivalent company
reference
ABN 50 009 317 846
Results for announcement to the market
Seafarms Group Limited
Appendix 4E
30 June 2019
12 months ended
30 June 2019
(Previous corresponding period: 12
months ended 30 June 2018)
$
Revenue from ordinary activities
Earnings before interest and taxation (EBIT)
Net loss after tax (from ordinary activities) for the period
attributable to members
Down
Down
5.8%
60.4%
Down
55.1%
to
to
to
24,394,803
(28,819,929)
(30,944,301)
Distributions
Interim dividend (per share)
Final dividend (per share)
Franking
Amount per
security
Franked
amount per
security
-
-
-
-
-
-
30 June 2019
$
30 June 2018
$
Net tangible asset backing (per share)
0.02
0.01
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Appendix 4E
30 June 2019
(continued)
Explanation of results
For commentary on the results please refer to the announcement relating to the release of Seafarms Group
Limited results in conjunction with the accompanying financial statements, which forms part of the Appendix 4E.
Audit
This report is based on accounts that have been audited.
Harley Ronald Whitcombe
Director & Company Secretary
Perth
30 August 2019
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ABN 50 009 317 846
Annual Report - 30 June 2019
Contents
Corporate directory
Directors' report
Auditor's Independence Declaration
Corporate governance statement
Financial statements
Directors' declaration
Independent auditor's report to the members
Shareholder information
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5
6
24
25
26
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Directors
Secretary
Principal registered office in Australia
Share registry
Auditor
Bankers
Stock exchange listing
Website
Seafarms Group Limited
Corporate directory
Ian Norman Trahar B.Ec, MBA
Executive Chairman
Harley Ronald Whitcombe B.Bus, CPA
Executive Director
Dr Christopher David Mitchell PhD, BSc (Hons), GAICD
Executive Director
Paul John Favretto LL.B.
Independent Non-executive Director
Hisami Sakai (appointed 7 August 2018)
Non-executive Director
Harley Ronald Whitcombe B.Bus, CPA
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Directors' report
The Directors present their report together with the financial statements of Seafarms Group Limited consisting of
Seafarms Group Limited and the entities it controlled at the end of or during the year ended 30 June 2019
(referred to hereafter as Seafarms or the Group).
Directors
The following persons were Directors of Seafarms Group Limited during the whole of the financial period and up
to the date of this report:
Ian Norman Trahar
Harley Ronald Whitcombe
Dr Christopher David Mitchell
Paul John Favretto
On 7 August 2018 Mr Hisami Sakai was appointed as a Non-Executive Director of Seafarms Group Limited as
Nippon Suisan Kaisha Limited's representative.
Principal activities
The Group has now demerged its environmental services business and is focused exclusively on improving
performance at its east coast aquaculture operations and developing its world-class Project Sea Dragon project.
The demerged operations are presented as discontinued operations in the financial statements.
Company financial performance
The overall financial performance over the 2019 financial year reflects the investment being made by the Group
in pursuing its expansion in aquaculture operations.
Review of operations
The Group has reported a loss for the year after taxation of $30,944,301 (2018: loss $19,947,283).
A summary of consolidated revenues and results for the year by significant industry segments is set out below:
Consolidated
Aquaculture
Carbon services
Other
Total segment revenue/result
Segment revenues
2018
2019
$
$
Segment results
2019
$
2018
$
24,268,583
-
126,220
24,394,803
25,894,124
-
7,463
25,901,587
(18,216,237)
595,824
(4,749,791)
(22,370,204)
(14,262,502)
(1,102,973)
133,708
(15,231,767)
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(continued)
Review of operations (continued)
Comments on the operations and the results of those operations are set out below:
Queensland Operations
The Queensland operations are primarily intended to demonstrate the fundamental operating concepts for
Project Sea Dragon and provide the platform for the core of the workforce required for the much larger greenfield
project.
The Queensland operations are spread over three sites: Flying Fish Point (hatchery), Farms 1 & 2 (Cardwell) and
Farm 3 (Ingham). The Cardwell site also hosts the company’s processing plant.
From a production perspective Farm 3 more closely simulates Project Sea Dragon than the older Cardwell
Farms. Although Farm 3, being situated further south, produces a single crop each year (as opposed to two at
Cardwell and two projected at Legune, and thus one of the reasons to develop Legune), the achieved crop
prediction metrics including yield, biomass and survival continue to provide relevant insights into the Project Sea
Dragon production model.
Total production for the year was 1,770 tonnes up 19.5% on the 2018FY production. Production against budget
was 91.4% of the tonnage planned principally due to the late arrival of the wild-caught broodstock causing a
reduction in the length of the crop cycle to meet the Christmas market deadline and a decision to grow a higher
proportion of banana prawns than originally planned. The Queensland facilities are still dependent upon the
importation of wild bloodstock. Key black tiger production metrics improved; with better food conversion rate,
higher growth rates, higher yields and survival.
Biosecurity protocols and broodstock screening have seen a significant improvement in animal health with no
biosecurity events impacting on production for the year.
The second trial of nursery ponds (two-phase grow-out) concluded successfully and will be adopted as part of
routine grow-out in future. The use of nursery ponds results in considerably greater resource-use efficiency
leading to lower grow-out costs. These successful trials also informed design adjustments to the first farm to be
constructed at Legune Station.
The company installed a semi-IQF (individual quick freeze) processing line at Cardwell. The installation as part of
Seafarms agreement with Nissui will provide high quality product to Japan. Although this infrastructure is being
retro-fitted to a processing plant designed for the Australian market, the facility is providing valuable real-world
data that is being used to further specify and finalise the design of the proposed Project Sea Dragon processing
plant in Kununurra. Commissioning and the processing of trial product for Japan required harvesting of some
ponds later than planned and elevated processing costs toward the end of the year.
As reported to the market, the farms experienced challenging conditions during the wet season with extreme
rainfall events and extended periods of rain. These conditions slowed the delivery of capital projects (the freezer
and settlement ponds) and may have reduced the growth rate of the banana prawns over some weeks due to
reduced in-pond salinity.
Seafarms program of Occupational Health and Safety management at its operations saw an improvement in
overall OHS performance of 59% for the year.
Project Sea Dragon
Project Sea Dragon, Seafarms’ world-class integrated aquaculture initiative achieved a series of major
milestones and is now shovel-ready.
Stage 1 of
the Project has approvals in place and preparatory tendering has been completed to enable
construction to commence very soon after financing. The approvals include the aquaculture licences required for
production at Exmouth, Bynoe Harbour and Legune. A program of early works was approved by the Board and
will be completed prior to the commencement of the 2019 Wet Season.
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Review of operations (continued)
Project Sea Dragon (continued)
The Project requires the construction of a carefully sequenced series of infrastructure developments. For the first
Step of Stage 1 the required facilities by site are: the Quarantine Founder Stock Centre at Exmouth; the Breeding
Centre/Broodstock Maturation Centre at Bynoe Harbour (near Darwin, NT); the Grow-out Centre consisting of
farms and ancillary infrastructure including roads, water intake, conveyancing and treatment, stores, power
generation and distribution, communications services, and accommodation (Legune Station, NT); and a
processing plant (Kununurra, WA).
The Quarantine/Founder Stock Centre at Exmouth provides the critical
infrastructure to produce Specific
Pathogen Free (SPF) prawns to form a domesticated population of animals for selective breeding. This
development pathway is well understood and has been demonstrated internationally but has not previously been
achieved in Australia. International data and experience continue to demonstrate that SPF domesticated stock,
even those without the benefit of selective breeding, consistently outperform stock from wild populations.
Given the generation times involved early works capital
biological resources required to stock the Legune Grow-out Centre and commence production.
is required to ensure that Seafarms secures the
Seafarms has successfully produced its first SPF prawns at Exmouth. These are second generation (G2) animals
that have been cleared of pathogens.
Company approval for the construction of the first step in the expansion of the facility was given late in the 2019
financial year. This component of PSD will up-grade seawater systems and make small adjustments to site layout
that enhance biosecurity and work-flow. Construction of the first indoor shed and broodstock tanks commenced
immediately prior to the year’s end. The Board authorised the construction of an additional two buildings with
associated tanks and systems to further broodstock development.
Upon achieving third generation animals the plan is to export them to a Breeding/Broodstock Maturation Centre
at Bynoe Harbour. The Broodstock Maturation Centre at Bynoe Harbour is designed to be developed in stages to
match the requirements of the farms at Legune. The EIS for this facility was predicated upon this design. Thus
the facility will be capable of supplying all the Broodstock for Project Sea Dragon, thereby breaking production
dependence on wild caught broodstock.
The company worked with the Northern Territory Government to amend its Project Development Agreement to
provide Seafarms with tenure at Bynoe Harbour that would secure early works investment at this site. With the
Development Lease and all approvals in place, including the development, clearing and aquaculture licences, the
company was able to make use of the current Dry Season to commence clearing for the sites of the broodstock
maturation centre. Inlet and outlet ponds have been formed and site fencing has commenced.
Seafarms signed a Sub-lease and Cooperation Agreement with AAM Investment Group (AAMIG). AAMIG
completed the purchase of the Legune Perpetual Pastoral Lease in December and the arrangement between
Seafarms and AAMIG not only reduces the overall capital required to develop Project Sea Dragon, but also
ensures that the balance of the property is commercially managed as a pastoral enterprise. The planned early
works at Legune were completed on time and to budget. Tenders for work packages at Legune were received
and have been evaluated and confirm the capability of contractors based in Northern Australia to undertake much
of the proposed work.
The development of the processing plant at Kununurra is on track relative to the other infrastructure. The
Development Approval, Works Approval and the licence to take water are all in place. As previously outlined the
off-take agreement with Nissui is providing useful information in relation to product specifications which are being
used to refine the final technical design elements of processing lines to be included in the processing plant.
The Northern Territory Government has completed the road to Gunn Point and has awarded a $58 million tender
for the first section upgrade of the Keep River Road. This upgrade will provide all-weather access across the
Keep River. Seafarms Project Development Agreement with the Northern Territory Government was amended to
manage current Project Sea Dragon timeframes and enable work to commence at Bynoe Harbour. The company
also renewed its Major Project Status with the Australian Government and continues to receive facilitation
services from Western Australian Government through its status as a Project of State significance in that
jurisdiction.
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Review of operations (continued)
Project Sea Dragon (continued)
Seafarms continues to work with Native Title Holders and the Northern Land Council to implement the Legune
Indigenous Land Use Agreement. Native Title Holders have with Allan King and Sons established a joint venture
company to tender for work on the Project. As a result of the agreement Native Title Holders were able to
upgrade the Marrulum outstation, refurbishing buildings and restoring power and water to the community.
The Australian Research Council’s Industrial Transformation Research Hub for Advanced Prawn Breeding
continued to build its data-bases with almost 80,000 of the company’s prawns now phenotyped and sampled.
Genotypic/genomic data has also been generated for approximately 15,000 prawns which is by far one of the
largest sets of genomic data for a prawn species globally. Statistical analyses are underway to link up the
phenotypic variation in commercial traits with genomic variability so that efficient genomic selection algorithms
can be developed. This will allow the genetic performance of a prawn to be identified using a DNA test. As a
result of this massive sampling method, new approaches to automatically analyse key attributes of prawns
(including length, mass and colour) have also been developed. The Hub project has also developed a number of
domesticated families of broodstock that are available to be tested under commercial conditions during the
coming year. It is now also in the process of developing a high-density genomic array with over 50,000 markers
that will increase efficiency of genotyping and accuracy of predicting genetic merit of broodstock. Last year the
Hub also undertook the most comprehensive survey of the genetic relationships among wild Australian black tiger
prawns. The study has identified three genetic stocks in Australia, one east, one northern Australia, and one near
Nickol Bay WA.
Significant changes in the state of affairs
Significant changes in the state of affairs of the Group during the financial period were as follows.
Contributed equity increased by $51,083,022 (2018: $2,161,705) mainly as the result of the following:
•
•
•
•
•
Nippon Suisan Kaisha Limited's equity investment in Seafarms shares at 10 cents per share equating to
an equity raising of $24.99 million on 7 August 2018;
A share placement to major domestic, institutional and professional investors at 9 cents per share
resulted in equity raised of $20 million on 12 April 2019;
Nippon Suisan Kaisha Limited's further investment in the Group, pursuant to the top-up rights under the
Shareholder Rights Agreement finalised in August 2018, at 9 cents per share resulting in an equity
raising of $3 million on 15 May 2019; and
Seafarm Groups' Share Purchase Plan, provided eligible shareholders the opportunity to subscribe for
up to $15,000 each in Seafarms at 9 cents per share, raised $4.3m on 29 May 2019.
The equity raising fees associated with the above amounted to $1.4 million.
Unlisted share options issued
On 7 August 2018, the Group issued 5,320,622 unlisted share options to Nippon Suisan Kaisha Limited (Nissui).
The options are subject to a voluntary 3-year escrow period, have an exercise period of 5 years at an exercise
price of 6.2 cents per unlisted option. At the 30 June 2019, these 5,320,622 unlisted options remain unexercised.
On 12 December 2018, the Group issued 50,000,000 and 30,000,000 unlisted share options to AAM Investment
Partners as part of the Legune transaction. Both sets of options are subject to a 12-month escrow period and
have an exercise period of 3 years and 5 years respectively at an exercise price of 9.7 cents per unlisted option.
At the 30 June 2019, both the 50,000,000 and 30,000,000 unlisted options remain unexercised.
Matters subsequent to the end of the financial year
On 19 July 2019, the Group sent out a Notice of Extraordinary General Meeting of shareholders to be held on 20
August 2019. This meeting was held to seek certain shareholder approvals in connection with the Company's
capital raisings announced in April and May 2019 and to approve amendments to the existing debt facility
provided to the Company by Avatar Finance Pty Ltd.
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Matters subsequent to the end of the financial year (continued)
On 20 August 2019, at the extraordinary general meeting, the shareholder's ratified the Group's capital raising
activities carried out in April and May 2019.
In addition the Group received shareholder approval for the following amendments to the existing facility provided
to the Company by Avatar Finance Pty Ltd:
•
•
•
The conversion of $3 million of debt owed to Avatar Finance Pty Ltd into 33,333,333 Ordinary shares
with a deemed issue price of 9 cents per share;
The issue of a convertible security to Avatar Finance Pty Ltd, which gives Avatar Finance Pty Ltd the
right to, at its election, convert amounts outstanding under the facility to shares at a price of 9 cents per
share up to the maximum conversion amount of $12.2 million (135,555,555 shares); and
The extension of the repayment date under the facility from 15 March 2021 to 15 September 2021.
No other matter or circumstance has occurred subsequent to 30 June 2019 that has significantly affected, or may
significantly affect, the operations of the Group, the results of those operations or the state of affairs of the Group
or economic entity in subsequent financial periods.
Likely developments and expected results of operations
There has been no change in the strategic direction of the company which is to develop Project Sea Dragon as a
scalable integrated prawn aquaculture project. Focus on the coming period is entirely directed towards financing.
Queensland operations will continue to be de-risked through initiatives such as the construction of settlement
ponds, enhanced testing of broodstock
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Information on directors
Ian Norman Trahar B.Ec, MBA. Executive Chairman (since 13 November 2001)
Experience and expertise
Mr Trahar has a resource and finance background. He is a director and significant shareholder of Avatar
Industries Pty Ltd, an unlisted private company. Ian is a member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.
Other current directorships
None.
Former directorships in last 3 years
None.
Special responsibilities
Chair of the board.
Member of the audit committee.
Member of remuneration committee.
Interests in shares and options
454,557,889 shares in Seafarms Group Limited.
21,708,333 options in Seafarms Group Limited.
Harley Ronald Whitcombe B.Bus, CPA. Executive Director. (since 13 November 2001)
Experience and expertise
Mr Whitcombe has had many years’ commercial and finance experience, providing company secretarial services
to publicly listed companies.
Other current directorships
None.
Former directorships in last 3 years
None.
Special responsibilities
Chief Financial Officer & Company Secretary of Seafarms Group Limited.
Interests in shares and options
18,298,258 ordinary shares in Seafarms Group Limited.
250,000 options in Seafarms Group Limited.
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Information on directors (continued)
Dr Christopher David Mitchell PhD, BSc (Hons), GAICD. Executive Director. (since 27 July 2005)
Experience and expertise
Dr Mitchell has a PhD in biology from the University of Melbourne, is a graduate of the Australian Institute of
Company Directors and has a 20 year involvement in Australian and international climate change research. He is
an Adjunct Professor at
the
Community and Industry Advisory Board of the University of Melbourne's Office of Environmental Programs. Prior
to joining the Group full time Dr Mitchell was Foundation Director of the Centre for Australian Weather and
the
Climate Research, a partnership between CSIRO and the Bureau of Meteorology, and was CEO of
Cooperative Research Centre for Greenhouse Accounting. He chaired the Victorian Climate Change Minister’s
Reference Council on Climate Change Adaptation and was on the CSIRO’s Environment and Natural Resources
Sector Advisory Committee.
the School of Environmental Science Murdoch University and a member of
Other current directorships
None.
Former directorships in last 3 years
None.
Special responsibilities
Member of the audit committee.
Member of remuneration committee.
Interests in shares and options
11,327,268 ordinary shares in Seafarms Group Limited.
250,000 options in Seafarms Group Limited.
Paul John Favretto LL.B.
Independent Non-executive Director (since 18 December 2007)
Experience and expertise
Mr Favretto was previously Managing Director of Avatar Industries Limited. Before that Mr Favretto worked for 20
years in the financial services industry holding senior management positions with Citibank Limited (1976 to 1985)
and Bankers Trust Australia Limited (1986 to 1994).
Other current directorships
None.
Former directorships in last 3 years
None.
Special responsibilities
Chairman of remuneration committee.
Chairman of audit committee.
Interests in shares and options
37,916,666 ordinary shares in Seafarms Group Limited.
125,000 options in Seafarms Group Limited.
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Information on directors (continued)
Hisami Sakai Non-executive Director (since 7 August 2018)
Experience and expertise
Mr Sakai has had nearly 40 years commercial experience with Nippon Suisan Kaisha Limited (Nissui), one of the
biggest global seafood companies in Japan. He is currently an Executive Officer of Nissui. His responsibilities
include Business Supervisor in Europe and Oceania, in charge of the Supply Chain Management and Marine
Business Strategy Departments.
Other current directorships
None.
Former directorships in last 3 years
None.
Special responsibilities
None
Interests in shares and options
None
Company secretary
The Company secretary is Mr Harley Ronald Whitcombe B.Bus, CPA. Mr Whitcombe was appointed to the
position of Company secretary on 13 November 2001.
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Meetings of directors
The numbers of meetings of the Company's board of Directors and of each board committee held during the 12
months ended 30 June 2019, and the numbers of meetings attended by each Director were:
Ian Norman Trahar
Harley Ronald Whitcombe
Dr Christopher David Mitchell
Paul John Favretto
Hisami Sakai
Full meetings
of directors
Meetings of committees
Audit
Remuneration
A
10
10
10
10
10
B
10
10
10
10
10
A
2
-
2
2
-
B
2
-
2
2
-
A
2
-
2
2
-
B
2
-
2
2
-
A = Number of meetings attended
B = Number of meetings held during the time the Director held office, was invited to attend or was a member of
the committee during the 12 months
Remuneration report (audited)
The Directors are pleased to present your Company's 2019 remuneration report which sets out remuneration
information for Seafarms Group Limited's non-executive Directors, executive Directors and other key
management personnel.
Non-executive director remuneration policy
The shareholders of Seafarms Group Limited on 24 February 2012 approved, for the purposes of the ASX Listing
Rules and the Group’s Constitution, an increase in the maximum aggregate directors’ fees to $400,000, with such
fees to be allocated to the directors as the board of directors may determine.
The Remuneration Committee determines the remuneration of all non-executive directors, none of whom have
service contracts with the company.
Executive remuneration policy and framework
The objective of the Group’s executive reward framework is to ensure reward for performance is competitive and
appropriate for the results delivered. The framework aligns executive reward with achievement of strategic
objectives and the creation of value for shareholders, and conforms with market practice for delivery of reward.
The board ensures that executive reward satisfies the following key criteria for good reward governance
practices:
•
•
•
•
•
competitive and reasonable, enabling the company to attract and retain key talent;
aligned to the company’s strategic and business objectives and the creation of shareholder value;
performance linkage / alignment of executive compensation;
transparent; and
acceptable to shareholders.
Alignment to shareholders' interests:
•
attracts and retains high calibre executives.
Alignment to program participants' interests:
•
•
rewards capability and experience; and
provides recognition for contribution.
The board has established a remuneration committee which makes recommendations to the board on
remuneration and incentive policies and practices and specific recommendations on remuneration packages and
other terms of employment for executive directors, other senior executives and non executive directors. The
Corporate Governance Statement provides further information on the role of this committee.
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Remuneration report (audited) (continued)
Executive remuneration policy and framework (continued)
The executive remuneration and reward framework has several components:
•
•
•
base pay and benefits, including superannuation;
short-term performance incentives; and
long-term incentives through participation in the "Seafarms Group's Employee Incentive Plan" as
approved by the shareholders at the AGMs held on 1 February 2016 and 25 November 2016.
The combination of these comprises an executive's total remuneration. The Group intends to conduct a review of
the incentive plans during the year ending 30 June 2020 to ensure continued alignment with financial and
strategic objectives.
(a) Elements of remuneration
Base pay and benefits
Executives receive their base pay and benefits structured as a total employment cost (TEC) package which may
be delivered as a combination of cash and prescribed non-financial benefits at the executives' discretion.
Executives are offered a competitive base pay that comprises the fixed component of pay and rewards. Base pay
for executives is reviewed annually to ensure the executive's pay is competitive with the market. An executive's
pay is also reviewed on promotion.
There are guaranteed base pay increases included in all of the executives' contracts.
Short-term incentives
If the Group achieves a pre-determined profit target set by the remuneration committee, a short-term incentive
(STI) pool is available to executives and other eligible participants. Cash incentives (bonuses) are payable on 15
August each year. Using a profit target ensures variable reward is only available when value has been created for
is at the
shareholders and when profit is consistent with the business plan. The distribution of the STI pool
discretion of the Executive Chairman.
Long-term incentives
Long-term incentives may be provided to directors and staff via the Seafarms Group Employee Incentive Plan as
approved by shareholders at the AGMs held on 1 February 2016 and 25 November 2016.
The Seafarms Group Employee Incentive Plan is designed to provide long-term incentives ("LTI") for directors
and staff to deliver long-term shareholder returns. Under the plan, participants may be granted unlisted Share
Options and/or Performance Rights which only vest if certain performance conditions are met and the directors
and staff are still employed by the Group at the end of the vesting period. Participation in the plan is at the
board's discretion and no individual has a contractual right to participate in the plan or to receive any guaranteed
benefits.
(b) Details of remuneration
Amounts of remuneration
Details of the remuneration of the directors, the key management personnel of the Group (as defined in AASB
124 Related Party Disclosures) of Seafarms Group Limited and the Group are set out in the following tables.
The key management personnel of Seafarms Group Limited includes the directors as listed below:
Ian Norman Trahar (Chairman and Executive Director)
•
• Harley Ronald Whitcombe (Executive Director and Company Secretary)
• Dr Christopher David Mitchell (Executive Director)
Paul John Favretto (Non-executive Director)
•
• Hisami Sakai (Non-executive Director)
In addition to the directors the following executives that report directly to the Board are key management
personnel:
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(b) Details of remuneration (continued)
Amounts of remuneration (continued)
• Dallas Donovan (Chief Operating Officer, Seafarms Operations Limited)
• Rodney Dyer (Project Director, Seafarms Group Limited)
•
• Dr James Bulinski (Director, CO2 Australia Limited)*
Aaron Soanes (Director and General Manager of Operations, CO2 Australia Limited)*
* The carbon entities were demerged on 23 July 2018, these directors are included as key management
personnel up until the date of demerger (i.e. 1 to 23 July 2018).
The following table shows details of
the remuneration expense recognised for the Group's directors and
executive key management personnel for the current and previous financial year measured in accordance with
the requirements of the accounting standards.
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Remuneration report (audited) (continued)
(b) Details of remuneration (continued)
Year ended 30 June 2019
Name
Short-term employee benefits
Post-em
ployment
benefits
Long-
term
benefits
Cash
salary and
fees
$
Cash
bonus
$
Non-
monetary
benefits
$
Super-
annuation
$
Long
service
leave
$
Share-based
payments
Performance
rights /
Share
options**
$
Termi-
nation
benefits
$
Non-executive Directors
P Favretto
H Sakai (appointed 7 August 2018)
Sub-total non-executive directors
Executive Directors
I Trahar
H Whitcombe
C Mitchell
Other key management personnel
(Group)
D Donovan
R Dyer
A Soanes*
J Bulinski*
Total key management personnel
compensation (Group)
35,200
-
35,200
240,450
270,811
294,398
278,538
301,407
11,741
13,602
1,446,147
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
23,144
-
23,144
-
-
-
-
-
19,643
37,843
35,727
37,968
-
-
17,424
-
26,461
28,634
1,115
1,292
4,378
4,931
5,360
5,072
1,131
218
252
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
- 171,542
- 108,890
-
-
-
-
Total
$
58,344
-
58,344
282,671
311,469
357,369
481,613
440,062
30,498
15,146
37,067
192,184
21,342
- 280,432
1,977,172
* The carbon entities were demerged on 23 July 2018, the amounts included are for payments made during the
period prior to the demerger date (i.e. 1 to 23 July 2018).
** The estimation of
the fair value of share-based payment awards requires judgement concerning the
appropriate valuation methodology. The choice of valuation methodology is determined by the structure of the
awards, particularly the vesting conditions. A Black scholes valuation methodology was used to determine the
value. Further details on the valuation assumptions and individual scheme awards are provided in note 39 of the
financial statements.
Year ended 30 June 2018
Short-term employee benefits
Name
Cash
salary and
fees
$
Cash
bonus
$
Non-
monetary
benefits
$
Post-em
ployment
benefits
Super-
annuation
$
Long-
term
benefits
Long
service
leave
$
Share-based
payments
Termi-
nation
benefits
$
Performance
rights
$
Total
$
Non-executive Directors
P Favretto
Sub-total non-executive directors
Executive Directors
I Trahar
H Whitcombe
C Mitchell
Other key management personnel
(Group)
D Donovan
R Dyer (from 31 October 2017)
A Soanes
J Bulinski
Total key management personnel
compensation (Group)
35,200
35,200
240,450
270,811
294,398
266,539
185,503
189,895
216,500
1,699,296
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
23,144
23,144
-
-
-
-
-
-
58,344
58,344
-
-
17,817
38,128
35,727
37,968
-
-
32,373
16,462
37,321
17,623
18,040
24,068
4,378
4,931
5,360
4,565
565
3,458
4,006
-
-
- 324,000
- 486,000
282,956
635,469
841,543
-
-
-
-
42,476
12,636
-
-
350,901
216,327
243,766
261,036
66,652
232,019
27,263
- 865,112
2,890,342
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Remuneration report (audited) (continued)
Details of the awards for each scheme, the status of those awards and share based payment expense for KMP’s is provided in the table below.
Seafarms Group Limited
Directors' report
30 June 2019
(continued)
Name /
Scheme
Unlisted
options
TOTAL
Allocation date
Vesting date
Cents
22 August 2017 to
19 January 2018
22 August 2017 to
31 October 2018
Exercise
price per
security
Balance of
unvested
equity
awards as at
1 July 2018
Number of
rights
Granted
Vested /
Exercised in
FY19
Number of
rights
Number of
rights
Balance of
unvested
equity
awards as at
30 June 2019
Number of
rights
Fair value per
security at
grant date
Fair value at
grant date
Share based
payments
expenses
FY19
Cents
$
$
10
15,000,000
15,000,000
-
-
15,000,000
15,000,000
-
-
2.2
341,010
341,010
280,432
280,432
Details in relation to the KMP long term incentives are set out in note 29 to the financial statements.
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Seafarms Group Limited
Directors' report
30 June 2019
(continued)
Remuneration report (audited) (continued)
(c) Service agreements
Remuneration has been determined after the Remuneration Committee, for executive directors, and the Board,
for group executives, has investigated current market terms and conditions.
The Remuneration Committee will continue to revise the remuneration practices and develop policy for future
appointments and determine performance-based salary increases and bonuses, bearing in mind the size of the
Group and the need to ensure quality staff are employed and retained.
I Trahar, H Whitcombe, Executive Directors:
•
•
•
•
Term of agreement - no fixed term;
Base salary which includes superannuation is reviewed annually (minimum increase of CPI);
Employer may terminate employment on giving twelve months notice and in the event of early
termination at the option of the employer, by payment of a termination benefit equal to 100% of base
salary for the unexpired period of notice. The employee may terminate on giving three months notice.
Eligible to participate in the "Seafarms Group Employee Incentive Plan" as approved by the
shareholders at the AGMs held on 1 February 2016 and 25 November 2016.
C Mitchell, Managing Director, Project Sea Dragon:
•
•
•
•
•
•
Term of agreement - no fixed term;
Base salary which includes superannuation is reviewed annually (minimum increase of CPI);
Employer may terminate employment on giving six months notice and in the event of early termination at
the option of the employer, by payment of a termination benefit equal to six months of base salary for the
unexpired period of notice;
In the event of redundancy, six months base salary is to be paid plus payment equivalent to three weeks
of base salary for each completed year of service;
Salary-packaged motor vehicle is included.
Eligible to participate in the "Seafarms Group Employee Incentive Plan" as approved by the
shareholders at the AGMs held on 1 February 2016 and 25 November 2016.
D Donovan Chief Operating Officer, Seafarms Operations Limited
•
•
•
•
Term of agreement - no fixed term;
Base salary which includes superannuation is reviewed annually (minimum increase of CPI);
Employer or employee may terminate employment on giving one months notice;
Eligible to participate in the "Seafarms Group Employee Incentive Plan" as approved by the
shareholders at the AGMs held on 1 February 2016 and 25 November 2016.
R Dyer Project Director, Seafarms Group Limited
•
•
•
•
Term of agreement - no fixed term;
Base salary which includes superannuation is reviewed annually (any adjustment will be at the
Company's discretion);
Employer or employee may terminate employment on giving one months notice;
Eligible to participate in the "Seafarms Group Employee Incentive Plan" as approved by the
shareholders at the AGMs held on 1 February 2016 and 25 November 2016.
A Soanes Director and General Manager of Operations, CO2 Australia Limited (up until the date the carbon
entities were demerged on 23 July 2018)
•
•
•
•
Term of agreement - no fixed term;
Base salary which includes superannuation is reviewed annually (minimum increase of CPI);
Employer or employee may terminate employment on giving one months notice;
In the event of redundancy, three months base salary is to be paid plus payment equivalent to two
weeks of base salary for each completed year of service.
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Seafarms Group Limited
Directors' report
30 June 2019
(continued)
Remuneration report (audited) (continued)
(c) Service agreements (continued)
J Bulinski Managing Director, CO2 Australia Limited (up until the date the carbon entities were demerged on 23
July 2018)
•
•
•
Term of agreement - no fixed term;
Base salary which includes superannuation is reviewed annually (minimum increase of CPI);
Employer or employee may terminate employment on giving one months notice;
(d) Additional statutory information
(i) Remuneration breakdown
The following table shows the relative proportions of remuneration that are linked to performance and those that
are fixed, based on the amounts disclosed as statutory remuneration expense on page 15 above:
Consolidated
Name
Executive Directors of Seafarms
Group Limited
I Trahar
H Whitcombe
C Mitchell
Other key management
personnel of the group
A Soanes*
J Bulinski*
R Dyer
D Donovan
Fixed remuneration
At risk - STI
At risk - LTI
2019
%
2018
%
2019
%
2018
%
2019
%
2018
%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
-%
100%
100%
100%
-%
-%
-%
-%
-%
-%
-%
-%
-%
-%
-%
-%
-%
-%
-%
-%
-%
-%
-%
-%
-%
-%
-%
-%
-%
-%
-%
-%
* The carbon entities were demerged on 23 July 2018, the details included are for payments made during the
period prior to the demerger date (i.e. 1 to 23 July 2018).
Cash bonuses are at the discretion of the remuneration committee and do not form part of the remuneration
breakdown shown above.
(ii) Share-based compensation
Shares provided on exercise of options
No performance rights were issued to directors or staff during the current financial year (2018: 13,500,000).
All of the unlisted options issued during the previous financial year (35,000,000), which had no performance
conditions attached, vested this financial year and remained unexercised as at 30 June 2019.
The table below sets out summary information about the Group's earnings and movements in shareholder wealth
for the last five financial periods:
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Seafarms Group Limited
Directors' report
30 June 2019
(continued)
Remuneration report (audited) (continued)
(d) Additional statutory information (continued)
(ii) Share-based compensation (continued)
Shares provided on exercise of options (continued)
Year ended
Year ended
Year ended
9 months
ended
30 June 2019 30 June 2018 30 June 2017 30 June 2016
$
$
23,529,287
25,901,587
(18,735,523)
(20,140,749)
(18,360,319)
(19,947,283)
$
28,544,808
(11,312,176)
(19,775,462)
$
24,394,803
(30,944,301)
(30,944,301)
Year ended
30 September
2015
$
26,215,415
(16,334,712)
(15,959,969)
8c
9c
-
(1.82)c
(1.82)c
6c
8c
-
(1.42)c
(1.42)c
7c
6c
-
(1.75)c
(1.75)c
6c
7c
-
(2.03)c
(2.03)c
6c
6c
-
(2.31)c
(2.31)c
Revenue
Net (loss) before tax
Net (loss) after tax
.
Share price at start of year
Share price at end of year
Dividend
Basic (loss) per share
Diluted (loss) per share
.
At the 2015 Annual General Meeting of Seafarms Group Limited, held on 1 February 2016, and again at the 2016
Annual General meeting of shareholders of Seafarms Group Limited, held on 25 November 2016, shareholders
approved the “Seafarms Group Employee Incentive Plan” under which the Board may grant equity securities
(including performance rights and options) to eligible participants under the plan, which may, subject to the
discretion of the Board, include executive directors or key management personnel.
(iii) Voting and comments made at the company's Annual General Meeting
Seafarms Group Limited received more than 98% of “yes” votes on its remuneration report for the 2018 financial
period. The company did not receive any specific feedback at
the period on its
remuneration practices.
the AGM or throughout
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Seafarms Group Limited
Directors' report
30 June 2019
(continued)
Remuneration report (audited) (continued)
(e) Equity instrument disclosures relating to key management personnel
(i) Share holdings
The numbers of shares in the Company held during the financial period by each Director of Seafarms Group
Limited and other key management personnel of the Group, including their personally related parties, are set out
below.
Consolidated
2019
Name
Balance at
the start of
the period
Received during
the year on the
exercise of options
Received on
vesting of rights to
deferred shares
Other
changes
during the
period
Balance at
end of the
period
453,391,227
18,048,259
10,993,936
37,750,000
Directors of Seafarms Group Limited
Ordinary shares
I N Trahar
H R Whitcombe
C D Mitchell
P J Favretto
Other key management personnel of the Group
Ordinary shares
-
A Soanes*
-
J Bulinski*
-
R Dyer
-
D Donovan
* The carbon entities were demerged on 23 July 2018, the amounts included are for shareholdings during the
period prior to the demerger date (i.e. 1 to 23 July 2018).
1,166,662 454,557,889
18,298,258
11,327,268
37,916,666
(1,672,841)
(931,525)
-
-
1,672,841
931,525
-
-
249,999
333,332
166,666
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Consolidated
2018
Name
Balance at
the start of
the year
Received during
the year on the
exercise of options
Received on
vesting of rights to
deferred shares
Other
changes
during the
year
Balance at
end of the
year
411,724,561
12,648,259
2,893,936
37,750,000
Directors of Seafarms Group Limited
Ordinary shares
I N Trahar
H R Whitcombe
C D Mitchell
P J Favretto
Other key management personnel of the Group
Ordinary shares
A Soanes
J Bulinski
R Dyer
D Donovan
1,672,841
931,525
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
41,666,666 453,391,227
18,048,259
10,993,936
37,750,000
5,400,000
8,100,000
-
-
-
-
-
1,672,841
931,525
-
-
Loans to key management personnel
There are no loans made to directors of Seafarms Group Limited and other key management personnel.
Shares under option
There are 15,000,000 unissued ordinary shares of Seafarms Group Limited under unlisted options issued to key
management personnel at the date of this report.
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Seafarms Group Limited
Directors' report
30 June 2019
(continued)
Shares under option (continued)
The company has in issue 30,150,190 convertible preference shares that have not been exercised. For further
information relating to the convertible preference shares, please refer to note 27(d).
End of Remuneration Report
Insurance of officers
(a)
Insurance of officers
During the financial year, the Group paid a premium in respect of a contract insuring the directors of the company
(as named above), the company secretary, Mr H R Whitcombe, and all executive officers of the company and of
any related body corporate against a liability incurred as such a director, secretary or executive officer to the
extent permitted by the Corporations Act 2001. The contract of insurance prohibits disclosure of the nature of the
liability and the amount of the premium.
The Group has not otherwise, during or since the financial year, except
to the extent permitted by law,
indemnified or agreed to indemnify an officer or auditor of the company or of any related body corporate against a
liability incurred as such an officer or auditor.
Non-audit services
The Company may decide to employ the auditor on assignments additional to their statutory audit duties where
the auditor's expertise and experience with the Company and/or the Group are important.
Details of amounts paid or payable to the auditor for non-audit services provided during the year are outlined at
note 30 to the financial statements.
Dividends - Seafarms Group Limited
The Directors of Seafarms Group Limited do not recommend the payment of a dividend for the year ending
30 June 2019 (2018: Nil).
Auditor's independence declaration
A copy of the auditor's independence declaration as required under section 307C of the Corporations Act 2001 is
set out on page 24.
Auditor
Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu continues in office in accordance with section 327 of the Corporations Act 2001.
This report is made in accordance with a resolution of Directors, pursuant to section 298(2) of the Corporations
Act 2001.
Harley Ronald Whitcombe
Perth
30 August 2019
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The Board of Directors
Seafarms Group Limited
Level 11, 225 St Georges Terrace
Perth, WA 6000
30 August 2019
Dear Board Members
Auditor’s Independence Declaration to Seafarms Group Limited
In accordance with section 307C of the Corporations Act 2001, I am pleased to provide the following
declaration of independence to the directors of Seafarms Group Limited.
As lead audit partner for the audit of the financial report of Seafarms Group Limited for the year ended
30 June 2019, I declare that to the best of my knowledge and belief, there have been no contraventions
of:
(i) the auditor independence requirements of the Corporations Act 2001 in relation to the
audit; and
(ii) any applicable code of professional conduct in relation to the audit.
Yours faithfully
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Liability limited by a scheme approved under Professional Standards Legislation.
Member of Deloitte Asia Pacific Limited and the Deloitte Network.
Seafarms Group Limited
Corporate governance statement
30 June 2019
Corporate governance statement
Seafarms Group Limited (Company) and its controlled entities (together, the Group) are committed to achieving
and demonstrating the highest standards of corporate governance. The Group has reviewed its corporate
governance practices against the ASX Corporate Governance Principles and Recommendations (3rd Edition) as
published by ASX Corporate Governance Council.
The Group’s Corporate Governance Statement for the year ended 30 June 2019 was approved by the Board on
28 June 2019.
A description of the Group’s current corporate governance practices is set out in the Group’s current Corporate
Governance Statement and the corporate governance policies adopted by the Board which can be viewed on the
Company’s website: (http://seafarmsgroup.com.au/corporate-governance/).
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Seafarms Group Limited ABN 50 009 317 846
Financial statements - 30 June 2019
Contents
Financial statements
Consolidated statement of profit or loss
Consolidated statement of comprehensive income
Consolidated statement of financial position
Consolidated statement of changes in equity
Consolidated statement of cash flows
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Directors' declaration
Independent auditor's report to the members
Page
27
28
29
30
31
32
88
89
These financial statements are the consolidated financial statements of the consolidated entity consisting of
Seafarms Group Limited and its subsidiaries. The financial statements are presented in the Australian currency.
Registered postal address is:
PO Box 7312
Cloisters Square WA 6850
Seafarms Group Limited is a Company limited by shares, incorporated and domiciled in Australia.
Its registered office is:
Level 11, 225 St Georges Terrace
Perth, Western Australia 6000
Its principal place of business is:
Seafarms Group Limited
Level 11, 225 St Georges Terrace
Perth Western Australia 6000
A description of the nature of the consolidated entity's operations and its principal activities is included in the
directors' report on page 6, which is not part of these financial statements.
The financial statements were authorised for issue by the Directors on 30 August 2019.
For queries in relation to our reporting please call 08 9216 5200 or e-mail questions@seafarms.com.au.
All press releases, financial reports and other information are available at our Shareholders' Centre on our
website: www.seafarms.com.au
26
Seafarms Group Limited
Consolidated statement of profit or loss
For the year ended 30 June 2019
Consolidated
30 June
2019
$
30 June
2018
$
Notes
6
7
8
8
8
19
8
9
24,394,803
25,901,587
(12,349)
(2,720,196)
(1,485,164)
531,275
(24,464,571)
(6,417,104)
(4,634,729)
(1,835,123)
(278,001)
(1,553,965)
(2,334,282)
(173,358)
(339,268)
(3,355,144)
(1,207,187)
(3,900,021)
(1,755,741)
(31,540,125)
73,500
(1,064,896)
593,507
(842,994)
(24,266,351)
(5,549,748)
(2,230,675)
(2,359,515)
(229,985)
(2,188,895)
(1,582,262)
(199,583)
(183,578)
-
-
(3,420,834)
(1,487,054)
(19,037,776)
-
(31,540,125)
193,466
(18,844,310)
4(b)
595,824
(30,944,301)
(1,102,973)
(19,947,283)
Revenue from continuing operations
Other (losses)/gains
Finance costs
Fair value adjustment of biological assets
Net realisable value adjustment of finished goods
Cost of Goods Sold
Employee benefits expense
Consulting expense
Travel
Rent
Legal fees
Depreciation and amortisation expense
Marketing
Insurance
Founder Stock Centre
Impairment of intangible assets
Research and development
Other expenses
(Loss) before income tax
Income tax benefit
(Loss) from continuing operations
Profit/(Loss) from discontinued operation
(Loss) for the year
The above consolidated statement of profit or loss should be read in conjunction with the accompanying notes.
27
(Loss) for the year
Other comprehensive income
Blank
Total comprehensive (loss) for the year is attributable to:
Owners of Seafarms Group Limited
Seafarms Group Limited
Consolidated statement of comprehensive income
For the year ended 30 June 2019
Consolidated
30 June
2019
$
30 June
2018
$
(30,944,301)
(19,947,283)
(30,944,301)
(19,947,283)
Cents
Cents
(Loss) per share from continuing operations attributable to the
ordinary equity holders of the Company:
Basic (loss) per share
Diluted (loss) per share
(Loss) per share from continuing and discontinued operations
attributable to the ordinary equity holders of the Company:
Basic (loss) per share
Diluted (loss) per share
38
38
38
38
(1.9)
(1.9)
(1.8)
(1.8)
(1.3)
(1.3)
(1.4)
(1.4)
The above consolidated statement of comprehensive income should be read in conjunction with the
accompanying notes.
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Seafarms Group Limited
Consolidated statement of financial position
As at 30 June 2019
Consolidated
30 June
2019
$
30 June
2018
$
Notes
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
35
17
19
20
21
22
23
24
16,302,589
2,516,486
12,598,297
912,605
-
3,590,388
35,920,365
-
-
44,153,896
-
5,000,000
49,153,896
4,139,603
3,962,346
7,294,677
1,049,691
939,061
5,781,325
23,166,703
184,923
409,268
20,130,079
2,419,027
-
23,143,297
85,074,261
46,310,000
7,929,886
380,453
1,219,639
-
9,529,978
8,890,367
2,958,701
1,520,318
1,807,140
15,176,526
25, 22
26
36,222,388
109,440
36,331,828
15,047,233
243,438
15,290,671
45,861,806
30,467,197
39,212,455
15,842,803
27
28(a)
154,757,354
12,017,437
(127,562,336)
39,212,455
103,674,332
6,162,534
(93,994,063)
15,842,803
ASSETS
Current assets
Cash and cash equivalents
Trade and other receivables
Inventories
Other current assets
Accrued income
Biological assets
Total current assets
Non-current assets
Inventories
Investments accounted for using the equity method
Property, plant and equipment
Intangible assets
Other non-current assets
Total non-current assets
Total assets
LIABILITIES
Current liabilities
Trade and other payables
Borrowings
Provisions
Deferred revenue
Total current liabilities
Non-current liabilities
Borrowings
Provisions
Total non-current liabilities
Total liabilities
Net assets
EQUITY
Contributed equity
Other reserves
Retained earnings
Total equity
The above consolidated statement of financial position should be read in conjunction with the accompanying
notes.
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Seafarms Group Limited
Consolidated statement of changes in equity
For the year ended 30 June 2019
Options
premium
reserve
$
Financial
assets
revaluation
reserve
$
Share-
based
payments
reserve
$
Issued
capital
$
Accumulated
losses
$
Total
equity
$
101,512,627 1,670,705
(24,740) 3,606,808 (74,046,780) 32,718,620
-
-
27
2,161,705
-
-
-
2,161,705
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
- (19,947,283) (19,947,283)
- (19,947,283) (19,947,283)
-
729,000
155,761
25,000
909,761
-
-
-
-
-
2,161,705
729,000
155,761
25,000
3,071,466
Consolidated
Notes
Balance at 1 July 2017
Loss for the year as reported
in the 2018 financial
statements
Total comprehensive loss
for the period
Transactions with
owners in their capacity
as owners:
Contributions of equity, net of
transaction costs and tax
Performance rights issued to
employees
Recognition of share based
payments
Lapsed options in share
based payments reserve
Balance at 30 June 2018
103,674,332 1,670,705
(24,740) 4,516,569 (93,994,063) 15,842,803
Balance at 1 July
2018
Loss for the period as
reported in the 2019
financial statements
Total comprehensive
loss for the period
Transactions with
owners in their
capacity as owners:
Contributions of equity,
net of transaction costs
and tax
Recognition of
share-based payments
De-merger of Carbon
Entities
103,674,332 1,670,705
(24,740) 4,516,569
(93,994,063) 15,842,803
-
-
27
51,083,022
-
-
51,083,022
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
5,854,903
-
5,854,903
(30,944,301) (30,944,301)
(30,944,301) (30,944,301)
-
-
51,083,022
5,854,903
(2,623,972)
(2,623,972)
(2,623,972) 54,313,953
Balance at 30 June 2019
154,757,354 1,670,705
(24,740) 10,371,472 (127,562,336) 39,212,455
The above consolidated statement of changes in equity should be read in conjunction with the accompanying
notes.
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Consolidated statement of cash flows
For the year ended 30 June 2019
Consolidated
30 June
2019
$
30 June
2018
$
Notes
25,972,005
32,602,213
(53,314,148)
(27,342,143)
(2,720,563)
(30,062,706)
(47,995,748)
(15,393,535)
(1,077,166)
(16,470,701)
37
(5,006,647)
111,220
(4,895,427)
(2,794,033)
32,809
(2,761,224)
51,083,022
(7,455)
(2,825,680)
(28,768)
5,600,000
(6,700,000)
47,121,119
2,161,705
391,974
2,825,680
(382,669)
9,000,000
(2,500,000)
11,496,690
Cash flows from operating activities
Receipts from customers (inclusive of goods and services tax)
Payments to suppliers and employees (inclusive of goods and services
tax)
Interest paid
Net cash outflow from operating activities
Cash flows from investing activities
Purchase of property, plant and equipment
Interest received
Net cash outflow from investing activities
Cash flows from financing activities
Proceeds from issues of shares and other equity securities
Lease (payments)/proceeds
Bank loan (payments)/proceeds
Vendor finance payments
Proceeds from related parties
Payments to related parties
Net cash inflow from financing activities
Net increase/(decrease) in cash and cash equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the period
Cash and cash equivalents at end of period
12,162,986
4,139,603
16,302,589
(7,735,235)
11,874,838
4,139,603
10
The above consolidated statement of cash flows should be read in conjunction with the accompanying notes.
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Notes to the consolidated financial statements
30 June 2019
Contents of the notes to the consolidated financial statements
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5
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32
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34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
Summary of significant accounting policies
Financial risk management
Critical accounting estimates and judgements
Discontinued operation
Segment information
Revenue
Other gains/(losses)
Expenses
Income tax expense
Current assets - Cash and cash equivalents
Current assets - Trade and other receivables
Current assets - Inventories
Current assets - Other current assets
Current assets - Accrued income
Current assets - Biological assets
Non-current assets - Inventories
Non-current assets - Property, plant and equipment
Non-current assets - Deferred tax assets
Non-current assets - Intangible assets
Other non-current assets
Current liabilities - Trade and other payables
Current liabilities - Borrowings
Current liabilities - Provisions
Current liabilities - Deferred revenue
Non-current liabilities - Borrowings
Non-current liabilities - Provisions
Issued capital
Reserves
Key management personnel disclosures
Remuneration of auditors
Commitments
Related party transactions
Subsidiaries and transactions with non-controlling interests
Deed of cross guarantee
Interests in joint ventures
Events occurring after the reporting period
Reconciliation of loss for the year to net cash flows from operating activities
Earnings per share
Share-based payments
Contingent liabilities
Parent entity financial information
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Notes to the consolidated financial statements
30 June 2019
(continued)
1 Summary of significant accounting policies
(a) Statement of compliance
These financial statements are general purpose financial statements which have been prepared in accordance
with the Corporations Act 2001, Accounting Standards and other authoritative pronouncements issued by the
Australian Accounting Standards Board (AASB), and comply with the other requirements of the law.
Compliance with Australian Accounting Standards ensures that the financial statements and notes of the Group
comply with International Financial Reporting Standards ('IFRS') as issued by the International Accounting
Standards Board (IASB). Consequently, this financial report has been prepared in accordance with and complies
with IFRS as issued by IASB.
(b) Basis of preparation
for the
The consolidated financial statements have been prepared on the basis of historical cost, except
revaluation of certain non-current assets and financial instruments as well as biological assets Cost is based on
the fair values of the consideration given in exchange for assets. All amounts are presented in Australian dollars,
unless otherwise noted.
Fair value is the price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction
between market participants at the measurement date, regardless of whether that price is directly observable or
estimated using another valuation technique. In estimating the fair value of an asset or a liability, the Group takes
into account the characteristics of the asset or liability if market participants would take those characteristics into
the measurement date. Fair value for measurement and/or
account when pricing the asset or liability at
for
disclosure purposes in these consolidated financial statements is determined on such a basis, except
share-based payment transactions that are within the scope of AASB 2, leasing transactions that are within the
scope of AASB 16, and measurements that have some similarities to fair value but are not fair value, such as net
realisable value in AASB 102 or value in use in AASB 136.
In addition, for financial reporting purposes, fair value measurements are categorised into Level 1, 2 or 3 based
on the degree to which the inputs to the fair value measurements are observable and the significance of the
inputs to the fair value measurement in its entirety, which are described as follows:
•
•
•
Level 1 inputs are quoted prices (unadjusted) in active markets for identical assets or liabilities that the
entity can access at the measurement date;
Level 2 inputs are inputs, other than quoted prices included within Level 1, that are observable for the
asset or liability, either directly or indirectly; and
Level 3 inputs are unobservable inputs for the asset or liability.
The principal accounting policies are set out below.
Application of new and revised accounting standards
The Group has adopted all of the new and revised Standards and Interpretations issued by the Australian
Accounting Standards Board (the AASB) that are relevant to their operations and effective for the current
financial year.
New and revised Standards and amendments thereof and Interpretations effective for the current year that are
relevant to the Group include:
(i) AASB 15 Revenue from contracts with customers
The new standard has been applied from 1 July 2018 replacing AASB 118 Revenue and establishes a
comprehensive framework for determining the timing and quantum of revenue recognised. The main premise of
the new standard is that an entity shall recognise revenue when control of a good or service transfers to a
customer. Under AASB 15, revenue is required to be allocated to each performance obligation and recognised as
the performance obligations have been achieved, which can be at a point in time, or over time.
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Notes to the consolidated financial statements
30 June 2019
(continued)
1 Summary of significant accounting policies (continued)
New and amended standards adopted by the group (continued)
(i) AASB 15 Revenue from contracts with customers (continued)
As stated in the Company's 2018 annual financial report, the Group completed a coordinated review of the
potential impacts of the new standard on the Group's results and disclosures. The Group's conclusions at that
time, summarised here, was that the implementation of AASB 15 would not materially change the assessment of
revenue.
The Group has elected to implement AASB 15 using the cumulative effect method, with the effect of applying this
standard recognised at the date of initial application (i.e. 1 July 2018). However, as a result of the company's
review of the potential
impacts of the new standard, the Company has not recorded any adjustment to the
opening balance of the Group's equity. The comparative information provided continues to be accounted for in
accordance with the Group's previous accounting policies outlined in the Group's 2018 annual financial report.
Refer to note 1(e) for the updated accounting policy.
(ii) AASB 9 Financial instruments
This standard has been applied from 1 July 2018 and replaces AASB 139 Financial Instruments : Recognition
and Measurement. AASB 9 includes revised guidance on the classification and measurement of
financial
instruments, including a new expected credit loss model for the calculation of impairment of financial assets, and
new general hedge accounting requirements. It also carries forward guidance on recognition and derecognition of
financial instruments from AASB 139. Refer to note 1(n) for the updated accounting policy.
(a) Classification
From 1 July 2018, the Group classifies its financial assets in the following measurement categories:
•
•
Those to be measured subsequently at fair value (either through other comprehensive income, or
through profit or loss): and
Those to be measured at amortised cost.
The classification depends on the Group's business model for managing financial assets and the contractual
terms of the cash flows. For assets measured at fair value, gains and losses will either be recorded in profit or
loss or comprehensive income. For investments in debt instruments, this will depend on the business model and
the cash flow characteristics in which the investment is held. For investments in equity instruments that are not
held for trading, this will depend on whether the Group has made an irrevocable election at the time of initial
recognition to account for the equity investment at fair value through other comprehensive income. The Group's
accounting policies have been updated as a result of adopting AASB 9.
Impact of changes to Australian Accounting Standards and Interpretations
(i) AASB 16 Leases
AASB 16 applies to annual reporting periods beginning on or after 1 January 2019 and replaces AASB 117
Leases and the related interpretations. AASB 16 specifies how to recognise, measure and disclose leases. The
standard provides a single lessee accounting model, requiring lessees to recognise right-of-use assets and lease
liabilities for almost all leases.
As at the reporting date, the Group has non-cancellable operating lease commitments of $436,567, refer to
note 31: Commitments.
Some of the operating leases currently held expire prior to the implementation of the standard and decisions on
future leases will be made on a case-by-case basis.
Consequently, the Group continues to monitor and quantify the effect of the new standard with each change to
the leasing portfolio and any subsequent lease modifications.
The following effects to the Group’s financial statements and disclosures are expected:
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Notes to the consolidated financial statements
30 June 2019
(continued)
1 Summary of significant accounting policies (continued)
Impact of changes to Australian Accounting Standards and Interpretations (continued)
(i) AASB 16 Leases (continued)
•
•
Total assets and liabilities on the balance sheet will be grossed-up, due to the recognition of the
right-to-use assets (non-current assets) and the corresponding fair value of lease liabilities. Current
liabilities will also show an increase due to a portion of the lease liability being classified as a current
liability;
Straight-line operating lease rental expense will be replaced with a depreciation charge for the
right-of-use assets and interest expense charged at the implicit rates on the lease liabilities;
• Compared to the current net earnings profile, interest expense will be greater earlier in a leases life due
to the higher principal value, causing profit variability over the course of a lease's life. This effect may be
partially mitigated due to a mix of different leases held in the Group at different stages of their term; and
• Cash flows from financing activities will increase for repayment of principal portion of all lease liabilities.
Based on the assessment to date, the impact is expected to be minimal for the Group.
(ii) Other new accounting standards
The following new or amended standards are not expected to have a significant
consolidated financial statements:
impact on the Group’s
•
•
•
•
AASB 2014-10 Amendments to Australian Accounting Standards: Sale or Contribution of Assets
Between an Investor and its Associate or Joint Venture;
AASB 2017-1 Amendments to Australian Accounting Standards - Transfers of Investment Property,
Annual Improvements 2014-2016 Cycle and Other Amendments;
AASB Interpretation 22 Foreign Currency Transactions and Advance Consideration; and
AASB Interpretation 23 Uncertainty Over Income Tax Treatments, AASB 2017-4 Amendments to
Australian Accounting Standards - Uncertainty over Income Tax Treatments.
(c) Going concern
These financial statements have been prepared on the going concern basis of accounting, which contemplates
the continuity of normal business activity, realisation of assets and settlement of liabilities in the normal course of
business.
At 30 June 2019, the Group had net current assets of $26,390,387 (2018: $7,990,177), including $16,302,589
cash and cash equivalents (2018: $4,139,603). For the year ended 30 June 2019, the Group incurred an
operating cash outflow of $30,062,706 (2018: $16,470,701) and a net loss for the year of $30,944,301 (2018:
$19,947,283).
The Group continually monitors cash flow requirements to ensure that
its
contractual commitments and non discretionary corporate overheads and adjusts its spending accordingly. Of
particular note the Group has discretion to defer non-committed expenditure on the development of Project Sea
Dragon until such time as it achieves financial close on planned fund-raising activities. As such the Group is able
to ensure that capital commitments are not entered into until there is certainty over the related funding. The
Directors are continuing to evaluate a range of funding options for the Group and this remains a priority focus
area.
it has sufficient
funds to meet
The Directors believe that the Group's existing cash balances and available facilities, combined with expected
cash inflows from the Group's operations, will be sufficient to enable the Group to realise its assets and settle its
liabilities and commitments in the normal course of business at the amounts stated in the financial report.
(d) Basis of consolidation
(i) Subsidiaries
The consolidated financial statements incorporate the assets and liabilities of all subsidiaries of Seafarms Group
Limited ('Company' or 'Parent entity') as at 30 June 2019 and the results of all subsidiaries for the year then
ended. Seafarms Group Limited and its subsidiaries together are referred to in this financial report as the Group
or the consolidated entity.
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Notes to the consolidated financial statements
30 June 2019
(continued)
1 Summary of significant accounting policies (continued)
(i) Subsidiaries (continued)
Subsidiaries are all entities (including special purpose entities) over which the Group has the power to govern the
financial and operating policies, generally accompanying a shareholding of more than one-half of the voting
rights. The existence and effect of potential voting rights that are currently exercisable or convertible are
considered when assessing whether the Group controls another entity.
Subsidiaries are fully consolidated from the date on which control
de-consolidated from the date that control ceases.
is transferred to the Group. They are
The acquisition method of accounting is used to account for business combinations by the Group (refer to note
1(i)).
Intercompany transactions, balances and unrealised gains on transactions between Group companies are
eliminated. Unrealised losses are also eliminated unless the transaction provides evidence of the impairment of
the transferred asset. Accounting policies of subsidiaries have been changed where necessary to ensure
consistency with the policies adopted by the Group.
Investments in subsidiaries are accounted for at cost in the separate financial statements of Seafarms Group
Limited.
Non-controlling interests in the results and equity of subsidiaries are shown separately in the consolidated
statement of profit or loss, statement of comprehensive income, statement of changes in equity and balance
sheet respectively.
When the Group loses control of a subsidiary, a gain or loss is recognised in profit or loss and is calculated as the
difference between (i) the aggregate of the fair value of the consideration received and the fair value of any
retained interest and (ii) the previous carrying amount of the assets (including goodwill), and liabilities of the
subsidiary and any non-controlling interests. All amounts previously recognised in other comprehensive income
in relation to that subsidiary are accounted for as if the Group had directly disposed of the related assets or
liabilities of the subsidiary (i.e. reclassified to profit or loss or transferred to another category of equity as
specified/permitted by applicable AASBs). The fair value of any investment retained in the former subsidiary at
the date when control is lost is regarded as the fair value on initial recognition for subsequent accounting under
AASB 139, when applicable, the cost on initial recognition of an investment in an associate or a joint venture.
(ii) Associates
Associates are all entities over which the Group has significant influence but not control or joint control. This is
generally the case where the Group holds between 20% and 50% of the voting rights. Investments in associates
are accounted for using the equity method of accounting (see (iii) below), after initially being recognised at cost.
The Group's share of its associates' post-acquisition profits or losses is recognised in profit or loss, and its share
of post-acquisition other comprehensive income is recognised in other comprehensive income. The cumulative
post-acquisition movements are adjusted against the carrying amount of the investment. Dividends receivable
from associates are recognised as reduction in the carrying amount of the investment.
(iii) Equity method
Under the equity method of accounting, the investments are initially recognised at cost and adjusted thereafter to
recognise the Group's share of the post-acquisition profits or losses of the investee in profit or loss, and the
Group's share of movements in other comprehensive income of the investee in other comprehensive income.
Dividends received or receivable from associates and joint ventures are recognised as a reduction in the carrying
amount of the investment.
When the Group's share of losses in an equity-accounted investment equals or exceeds its interest in the entity,
including any other unsecured long-term receivables, the Group does not recognise further losses, unless it has
incurred obligations or made payments on behalf of the other entity.
Unrealised gains on transactions between the Group and its associates and joint ventures are eliminated to the
extent of the Group's interest in these entities. Unrealised losses are also eliminated unless the transaction
provides evidence of an impairment of the asset transferred. Accounting policies of equity accounted investees
have been changed where necessary to ensure consistency with the policies adopted by the Group.
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Notes to the consolidated financial statements
30 June 2019
(continued)
1 Summary of significant accounting policies (continued)
(iv) Changes in ownership interests
The Group treats transactions with non-controlling interests that do not result in a loss of control as transactions
with equity owners of the Group. A change in ownership interest results in an adjustment between the carrying
amounts of the controlling and non-controlling interests to reflect their relative interests in the subsidiary. Any
difference between the amount of the adjustment to non-controlling interests and any consideration paid or
received is recognised in a separate reserve within equity attributable to owners of Seafarms Group Limited.
When the Group ceases to consolidate or equity account for an investment because of a loss of control, joint
control or significant influence, any retained interest in the entity is remeasured to its fair value with the change in
carrying amount recognised in profit or loss. This fair value becomes the initial carrying amount for the purposes
of subsequently accounting for the retained interest as an associate, joint venture or financial asset. In addition,
any amounts previously recognised in other comprehensive income in respect of that entity are accounted for as
if the Group had directly disposed of the related assets or liabilities. This may mean that amounts previously
recognised in other comprehensive income are reclassified to profit or loss.
If the ownership interest in a jointly-controlled entity or an associate is reduced but joint control or significant
influence is retained, only a proportionate share of the amounts previously recognised in other comprehensive
income is reclassified to profit or loss where appropriate.
(e) Revenue recognition
The Group sells fresh and frozen prawns to customers. A sale is recognised when control of the product has
transferred, being when the product is delivered to the customer and there is no unfulfilled obligation that could
affect the customer’s acceptance of the products. Delivery occurs when the product has been shipped to the
location specified by the customer and the customer accepts the product. Following delivery the customer has full
discretion over the manner of distribution and price to sell the goods and bear the risk in relation to the goods.
No element of financing is present in the pricing arrangement. Settlement terms range from cash-on-delivery to
credit terms from 7 to 30 days. Terms reflect negotiations with customers, policies, procedures and controls as it
relates to the customer credit risk.
A receivable is recognised by the Company when the goods are delivered to the customer as this represents the
point in time at which the right to consideration becomes unconditional, as only the passage of time is required
before payment is due.
Under the Group’s standard contract terms, customers have a right of return where the goods do not meet
required specification. At the point of sale, a refund liability and a corresponding adjustment to revenue is
recognised for those products expected to be returned. At the same time, the Group has a right to recover the
product when customers exercise their right of return so consequently recognises a right to returned goods asset
and a corresponding adjustment to cost of sales. The Group uses its accumulated historical experience to
estimate the number of returns using the expected value method. It is considered highly probable that a
significant reversal in the cumulative revenue recognised will not occur given the consistent level of returns over
previous years.
The Group provides rebate and early payment discounts to customers that they would not receive without
purchasing the specified volume of product or making early payment. The provision of discounts to the customers
varies the consideration receivable from the customers and consequently the revenue recognised. The Group
determines the most likely amount receivable from the customer by using accumulated historical experience of
volume purchased and payment history.
(f) Government grants
Grants from the government are recognised at their fair value where there is a reasonable likelihood that the
grant will be received and the Group will comply with all attached conditions.
Government grants relating to costs are deferred and recognised in profit or loss over the period necessary to
match them with the costs that they are intended to compensate.
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Notes to the consolidated financial statements
30 June 2019
(continued)
1 Summary of significant accounting policies (continued)
Government grants relating to the purchase of property, plant and equipment are included in non-current
liabilities as deferred income and are credited to profit or loss on a straight-line basis over the expected lives of
the related assets.
(g) Income tax
The income tax expense or benefit for the period is the tax payable or recoverable on the current period’s taxable
income based on the income tax rate that has been enacted or substantially enacted by the balance sheet date
adjusted by changes in deferred tax assets and liabilities attributable to temporary differences and to unused tax
losses.
Deferred income tax is provided in full, using the liability method, on temporary differences arising between the
tax bases of assets and liabilities and their carrying amounts in the consolidated financial statements. However,
the deferred income tax is not accounted for if it arises from initial recognition of an asset or liability in a
transaction other than a business combination that at the time of the transaction affects neither accounting nor
taxable profit or loss. Deferred income tax is determined using tax rates (and laws) that have been enacted or
substantively enacted by the balance sheet date and are expected to apply when the related deferred income tax
asset is realised or the deferred income tax liability is settled.
Deferred tax assets are recognised only if it is probable that future taxable amounts will be available to utilise
those temporary differences and losses.
Deferred tax liabilities and assets are not recognised for temporary differences between the carrying amount and
tax bases of investments in foreign operations where the Company is able to control the timing of the reversal of
the temporary differences and it is probable that the differences will not reverse in the foreseeable future.
Deferred tax assets and liabilities are offset when there is a legally enforceable right to offset current tax assets
and liabilities and when the deferred tax balances relate to the same taxation authority. Current tax assets and
tax liabilities are offset where the entity has a legally enforceable right to offset and intends either to settle on a
net basis, or to realise the asset and settle the liability simultaneously.
(i) Tax consolidation legislation
Seafarms Group Limited and its wholly-owned Australian controlled entities have implemented the tax
consolidation legislation.
The head entity, Seafarms Group Limited, and the controlled entities in the tax consolidated group account for
their own current and deferred tax amounts. These tax amounts are measured as if each entity in the tax
consolidated group continues to be a stand alone taxpayer in its own right.
In addition to its own current and deferred tax amounts, Seafarms Group Limited also recognises the current tax
liabilities (or assets) and the deferred tax assets arising from unused tax losses and unused tax credits assumed
from controlled entities in the tax consolidated group.
Assets or liabilities arising under tax funding agreements with the tax consolidated entities are recognised as
amounts receivable from or payable to other entities in the Group. Details about the tax funding agreement are
disclosed in note 9.
Any difference between the amounts assumed and amounts receivable or payable under the tax funding
agreement are recognised as a contribution to (or distribution from) wholly owned tax consolidated entities.
(h) Leases
the leased asset or,
Leases of property, plant and equipment where the Group, as lessee, has substantially all the risks and rewards
of ownership are classified as finance leases (note 17). Finance leases are capitalised at the lease’s inception at
the fair value of
the minimum lease payments. The
corresponding rental obligations, net of finance charges, are included in other short-term and long-term payables.
Each lease payment is allocated between the liability and finance cost. The finance cost is charged to the income
statement over the lease period so as to produce a constant periodic rate of interest on the remaining balance of
the liability for each period. The property, plant and equipment acquired under finance leases is depreciated over
the shorter of the asset’s useful life and the lease term.
the present value of
lower,
if
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Notes to the consolidated financial statements
30 June 2019
(continued)
1 Summary of significant accounting policies (continued)
Leases in which a significant portion of the risks and rewards of ownership are not transferred to the Group as
lessee are classified as operating leases (note 31). Payments made under operating leases (net of any
incentives received from the lessor) are charged to profit or loss on a straight-line basis over the period of the
lease.
(i) Business combinations
The acquisition method of accounting is used to account for all business combinations, including business
combinations involving entities or businesses under common control, regardless of whether equity instruments or
other assets are acquired. The consideration transferred for the acquisition of a subsidiary comprises the fair
values of the assets transferred, the liabilities incurred and the equity interests issued by the Company. The
consideration transferred also includes the fair value of any contingent consideration arrangement and the fair
value of any pre-existing equity interest
Identifiable assets acquired and liabilities and
contingent liabilities assumed in a business combination are, with limited exceptions, measured initially at their
fair values at
the Company recognises any
non-controlling interest in the acquiree either at fair value or at the non-controlling interest's proportionate share
of the acquiree’s net identifiable assets.
the acquisition date. On an acquisition by acquisition basis,
in the subsidiary.
The excess of the consideration transferred and the amount of any non-controlling interest in the acquiree over
the fair value of the net identifiable assets acquired is recorded as goodwill. If those amounts are less than the
fair value of the net identifiable assets of the subsidiary acquired and the measurement of all amounts has been
reviewed, the difference is recognised directly in profit or loss as a bargain purchase.
Where settlement of any part of cash consideration is deferred, the amounts payable in the future are discounted
to their present value as at the date of exchange. The discount rate used is the entity’s incremental borrowing
rate, being the rate at which a similar borrowing could be obtained from an independent financier under
comparable terms and conditions.
Transaction costs associated with business combinations (excluding the costs of issuing equity instruments or
raising new borrowings) are expensed as incurred.
(j)
Impairment of assets
Intangible assets that have an indefinite useful life are not subject to amortisation and are tested annually for
impairment, or more frequently if events or changes in circumstances indicate that they might be impaired. Other
assets are reviewed for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying
amount may not be recoverable. An impairment loss is recognised for the amount by which the asset’s carrying
amount exceeds its recoverable amount. The recoverable amount is the higher of an asset’s fair value less costs
to sell and value in use. In assessing value in use, the estimated future cash flows are discounted to their present
value using a pre-tax discount rate that reflects current market assessments of the time value of money and the
risks specific to the asset. For the purposes of assessing impairment, assets are grouped at the lowest levels for
which there are separately identifiable cash inflows which are largely independent of the cash inflows from other
assets or groups of assets (cash generating units). Non-financial assets that suffered an impairment are reviewed
for possible reversal of the impairment at each reporting date.
(k) Cash and cash equivalents
For the purpose of presentation in the consolidated statement of cash flows, cash and cash equivalents includes
cash on hand, deposits held at call with financial
institutions, other short-term, highly liquid investments with
original maturities of three months or less that are readily convertible to known amounts of cash and which are
subject to an insignificant risk of changes in value, and bank overdrafts. Bank overdrafts are shown within
borrowings in current liabilities in the consolidated balance sheet.
(l)
Inventories
Agricultural produce harvested from the Group's biological assets is measured at its fair value less costs to sell at
the point of harvest. Such measurement is the cost at that date when applying AASB 102 Inventories.
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Notes to the consolidated financial statements
30 June 2019
(continued)
1 Summary of significant accounting policies (continued)
(l)
Inventories (continued)
Inventory is stated at the lower of cost and net realisable value. Costs are assigned to individual
items of
inventory on basis of weighted average costs. Costs of purchased inventory are determined after deducting
rebates and discounts. Net realisable value is the estimated selling price in the ordinary course of business less
the estimated costs of completion and the estimated costs necessary to make the sale.
The Group's asset development activities involve the development and management of carbon sinks under
contract to third parties. It also involves the acquisition of forestry rights and other assets which are held to offer
for resale to third parties.
(m) Biological assets
Prawn livestock is carried at fair value. Fair value is the amount which could be expected to be received from the
disposal of the livestock in an active and liquid market less the costs expected to be incurred in realising the
proceeds of that disposal.
In the absence of an active and liquid market fair value is determined in accordance with a Directors’ valuation
using the present value of expected net cash flows from the prawn livestock discounted at a current
market-determined rate. The expected net cash flows take into account a number of assumptions including the
survival rate, harvest average body weight, average market price, discount rate and average production cost per
kilogram. The net cash flows include harvesting costs and freight costs to market.
The change in estimated fair value of prawn livestock is recognised in the income statement in the reporting
period and is classified separately.
The prawn livestock with a weight of less than 1 gram (including all hatchery stock), is carried at historic cost as
an estimate of fair value given that little or no biological transformation has taken place. Cost includes all of the
costs associated with the production of the livestock.
(n) Investments and other financial assets
Investments
Investments are initially recorded at cost or fair value. Individual investments are assessed for any impairment in
value.
Fair value measurements
The Group measures and recognises the following assets at
recognition:
fair value on a recurring basis after initial
•
Biological assets (refer to note 1(m))
The Group does not subsequently measure any liabilities at fair value on a recurring basis, or any assets or
liabilities at fair value on a non-recurring basis.
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Notes to the consolidated financial statements
30 June 2019
(continued)
1 Summary of significant accounting policies (continued)
Fair value hierarchy
AASB 13 requires the disclosure of fair value information by level of the fair value hierarchy, which categorises
fair value measurements into one of three possible levels based on the lowest level that an input that is
significant to the measurement can be categorised into as follows:
•
•
•
Level 1: Measurements based on quoted prices (unadjusted) in active markets for identical assets or
liabilities that the entity can access at the measurement date.
Level 2: Measurements based on inputs other than quoted prices included in Level 1 that are observable
for the asset or liability, either directly or indirectly.
Level 3: Measurements based on unobservable inputs for the asset or liability. The fair values of assets
and liabilities that are not traded in an active market are determined using one or more valuation
techniques. These valuation techniques maximise, to the extent possible, the use of observable market
data. If all significant inputs required to measure fair value are observable, the asset or liability is
included in Level 2. If one or more significant inputs are not based on observable market data, the asset
or liability is included in Level 3.
Valuation techniques
The Group selects a valuation technique that is appropriate in the circumstances and for which sufficient data is
available to measure fair value. The availability of sufficient and relevant data primarily depends on the specific
characteristics of the asset or liability being measured. There has been no change in the valuation technique(s)
used to calculate the fair values disclosed in the financial statements.
Financial instruments
The Group classifies its financial assets in the following measurement categories:
•
•
Those to be measured subsequently at fair value (either through OCI or through profit or loss); and
Those to be measured at amortised cost.
The classification depends on the entity’s business model for managing the financial assets and the contractual
terms of the cash flows. For assets measured at fair value, gains and losses will either be recorded in profit or
loss or OCI. For investments in equity instruments that are not held for trading, this will depend on whether the
Group has made an irrevocable election at the time of initial recognition to account for the equity investment at
fair value through other comprehensive income (FVOCI).
The Group reclassifies debt investments when and only when its business model for managing those assets
changes.
Recognition and derecognition
Regular way purchases and sales of financial assets are recognised on trade-date, the date on which the Group
commits to purchase or sell the asset. Financial assets are derecognised when the rights to receive cash flows
from the financial assets have expired or have been transferred and the Group has transferred substantially all
the risks and rewards of ownership.
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Notes to the consolidated financial statements
30 June 2019
(continued)
1 Summary of significant accounting policies (continued)
Measurement
At initial recognition, the Group measures a financial asset at its fair value plus, in the case of a financial asset
not at fair value through profit or loss (FVPL), transaction costs that are directly attributable to the acquisition of
the financial asset. Transaction costs of financial assets carried at FVPL are expensed in profit or loss.
Financial assets with embedded derivatives are considered in their entirety when determining whether their cash
flows are solely payment of principal and interest.
Debt instruments
Subsequent measurement of debt instruments depends on the Group’s business model for managing the asset
and the cash flow characteristics of the asset. There are three measurement categories into which the group
classifies its debt instruments:
•
•
•
Amortised cost: Assets that are held for collection of contractual cash flows where those cash flows
represent solely payments of principal and interest are measured at amortised cost. Interest income from
these financial assets is included in finance income using the effective interest rate method. Any gain or
loss arising on derecognition is recognised directly in profit or loss and presented in other gains/(losses)
together with foreign exchange gains and losses. Impairment losses are presented as separate line item
in the statement of profit or loss.
FVOCI: Assets that are held for collection of contractual cash flows and for selling the financial assets,
where the assets’ cash flows represent solely payments of principal and interest, are measured at
FVOCI. Movements in the carrying amount are taken through OCI, except for the recognition of
impairment gains or losses, interest income and foreign exchange gains and losses which are
recognised in profit or loss. When the financial asset is derecognised, the cumulative gain or loss
previously recognised in OCI is reclassified from equity to profit or loss and recognised in other
gains/(losses). Interest income from these financial assets is included in finance income using the
effective interest rate method. Foreign exchange gains and losses are presented in other gains/(losses)
and impairment expenses are presented as separate line item in the statement of profit or loss.
FVPL: Assets that do not meet the criteria for amortised cost or FVOCI are measured at FVPL. A gain or
loss on a debt investment that is subsequently measured at FVPL is recognised in profit or loss and
presented net within other gains/(losses) in the period in which it arises.
Impairment
The Group assesses on a forward looking basis the expected credit losses associated with its debt instruments
carried at amortised cost and FVOCI. The impairment methodology applied depends on whether there has been
a significant increase in credit risk. For trade receivables, the Group applies the simplified approach permitted by
AASB 9, which requires expected lifetime losses to be recognised from initial recognition of the receivables. The
Group has applied AASB 9 prospectively. There is no material impact from the adoption of the standard. As a
result, the comparative information provided continues to be accounted for in accordance with the Group’s
previous accounting policy.
(o) Property, plant and equipment
Property, plant and equipment
Historical cost includes expenditure that is directly attributable to the acquisition of the items.
is stated at historical cost
less accumulated depreciation and impairment.
Subsequent costs are included in the asset's carrying amount or recognised as a separate asset, as appropriate,
only when it is probable that future economic benefits associated with the item will flow to the Group and the cost
of the item can be measured reliably. The carrying amount of any component accounted for as a separate asset
is derecognised when replaced. All other repairs and maintenance are charged to profit or loss during the
reporting period in which they are incurred.
Land is not depreciated. For carbon sinks held by the Group the economic benefits from the asset are consumed
in a pattern which is linked to the production level of carbon credits. Such assets are depreciated on a unit of
production basis. Depreciation on other assets is calculated using the straight line method to allocate their cost or
revalued amounts, net of their residual values, over their estimated useful lives, as follows:
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Notes to the consolidated financial statements
30 June 2019
(continued)
1 Summary of significant accounting policies (continued)
Leasehold Land
Freehold buildings
Ponds
Plant and equipment
Leasehold improvements
Vehicles
Furniture, fittings and equipment
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
.
The assets' residual values and useful
reporting period.
30 years (term of the lease)
10 - 50 years
10 - 50 years
2 - 15 years
Length of lease
3 - 5 years
5 years
lives are reviewed, and adjusted if appropriate, at the end of each
An asset's carrying amount is written down immediately to its recoverable amount if the asset's carrying amount
is greater than its estimated recoverable amount (note 1(j)).
Gains and losses on disposals are determined by comparing proceeds with carrying amount. These are included
in the income statement.
(p) Intangible assets
(i) Research and development
Research expenditure is recognised as an expense as incurred. Costs incurred on development projects (relating
to the design and testing of new or improved products) are recognised as intangible assets when it is probable
that the project will, after considering its commercial and technical feasibility, be completed and generate future
economic benefits and its costs can be measured reliably. The expenditure capitalised comprises all directly
attributable costs,
labour and an appropriate proportion of
overheads. Other development expenditures that do not meet these criteria are recognised as an expense as
incurred. Development costs previously recognised as an expense are not recognised as an asset
in a
subsequent period. Capitalised development costs are recorded as intangible assets and amortised from the
point at which the asset is ready for use on a straight line basis over its useful life.
including costs of materials, services, direct
(ii) Other intangible assets
Intangible assets acquired separately are recorded at cost less accumulated amortisation and impairment.
Amortisation is charged on a straight line basis over their estimated useful lives. The estimated useful life and
amortisation method is reviewed at
the end of each annual reporting period, with any changes in these
accounting estimates being accounted for on a prospective basis.
(iii) Intangible assets acquired in a business combination
Intangible assets acquired in a business combination are identified and recognised separately from goodwill
where they satisfy the definition of an intangible asset and their fair values can be measured reliably.
Subsequent to initial recognition, intangible assets acquired in a business combination are reported at cost less
accumulated amortisation and accumulated impairment losses, on the same basis as intangible assets acquired
separately.
(iv) Goodwill
Goodwill is measured as described in note 1(i). Goodwill on acquisitions of subsidiaries is included in intangible
assets. Goodwill is not amortised but it is tested for impairment annually, or more frequently if events or changes
in circumstances indicate that it might be impaired, and is carried at cost less accumulated impairment losses.
Gains and losses on the disposal of an entity include the carrying amount of goodwill relating to the entity sold.
Goodwill is allocated to cash-generating units (CGUs) for the purpose of impairment testing. The allocation is
made to those CGUs or groups of CGUs that are expected to benefit from the business combination in which the
goodwill arose, identified according to operating segments (note 5). CGUs (or groups of CGUs) to which goodwill
has been allocated are tested for impairment annually, or more frequently if events or changes in circumstances
indicate that goodwill might be impaired.
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Seafarms Group Limited
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
30 June 2019
(continued)
1 Summary of significant accounting policies (continued)
(iv) Goodwill (continued)
If the recoverable amount of the CGU (or group of CGUs) is less than the carrying amount of the CGU (or Group
of CGUs), the impairment loss is allocated first to reduce the carrying amount of any goodwill allocated to the
CGU (or Group of CGUs) and then to the other assets in the CGU (or groups of CGUs). An impairment loss
recognised for goodwill is recognised immediately in profit or loss and is not reversed in a subsequent period.
On disposal of an operation within a CGU, the attributable amount of goodwill is included in the determination of
the profit or loss on disposal of the operation.
(q) Trade and other payables
Trade and other payables represent the liabilities for goods and services received by the Group that remain
unpaid at the end of the reporting period. The balance is recognised as a current liability with the amounts
normally paid within 45 days of recognition of the liability.
Due to the short-term nature of trade and other payables, their carrying amount approximates to fair value.
(r) Borrowings
Borrowings are measured at amortised cost. Any difference between the proceeds (net of transaction costs) and
the redemption amount is recognised in the income statement over the period of the borrowings using the
effective interest method. Fees paid on the establishment of loan facilities, which are not an incremental cost
relating to the actual draw down of the facility, are recognised as prepayments and amortised on a straight line
basis over the term of the facility.
Borrowings are removed from the balance sheet when the obligation specified in the contract is discharged,
cancelled or expired. The difference between the carrying amount of a financial
liability that has been
extinguished or transferred to another party and the consideration paid,
including any non-cash assets
transferred or liabilities assumed, is recognised in profit or loss as other income or finance costs.
Where the terms of a financial liability are renegotiated and the entity issues equity instruments to a creditor to
extinguish all or part of the liability (debt for equity swap), a gain or loss is recognised in profit or loss, which is
measured as the difference between the carrying amount of the financial liability and the fair value of the equity
instruments issued.
(s) Provisions
Provisions are measured at the present value of management's best estimate of the expenditure required to
settle the present obligation at the end of the reporting period. The discount rate used to determine the present
value is a pre-tax rate that reflects current market assessments of the time value of money and the risks specific
to the liability. The increase in the provision due to the passage of time is recognised as interest expense.
(t) Employee benefits
(i) Short-term obligations
Liabilities for wages and salaries, including non-monetary benefits and accumulating sick leave that are expected
to be settled wholly within 12 months after the end of the period in which the employees render the related
service are recognised in respect of employees’ services up to the end of the reporting period and are measured
at the amounts expected to be paid when the liabilities are settled. The liabilities are presented as current
employee benefit obligations in the balance sheet.
44
Seafarms Group Limited
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
30 June 2019
(continued)
1 Summary of significant accounting policies (continued)
(ii) Other long-term employee benefit obligations
The liability for long service leave and annual leave which is not expected to be settled within 12 months after the
end of the period in which the employees render the related service is recognised in the provision for employee
benefits and measured as the present value of expected future payments to be made in respect of services
provided by employees up to the end of the reporting period using the projected unit credit method. Consideration
is given to expected future wage and salary levels, experience of employee departures and periods of service.
Expected future payments are discounted using market yields at the end of the reporting period on national
corporate bonds with terms to maturity and currency that match, as closely as possible, the estimated future cash
outflows.
(iii) Share-based payments
The fair value of options granted to employees is recognised as an employee benefit expense with a
corresponding increase in equity. The fair value is measured at grant date and recognised on a straight line basis
over the period during which the employees become unconditionally entitled to the options.
The fair value at grant date of unlisted options is independently determined using a Black Scholes option pricing
model that takes into account the exercise price, the term of the option, the impact of dilution, the share price at
grant date and expected price volatility of the underlying share, the expected dividend yield and the risk free
interest rate for the term of the option.
Performance rights issued to directors and staff for no cash consideration vest once all performance obligations
are met. On the grant date, the market value of the shares issued is recognised as an employee benefits
expense with a corresponding increase in equity.
(u) Goods and Services Tax (GST)
Revenues, expenses and assets are recognised net of the amount of associated GST, unless the GST incurred
is not recoverable from the taxation authority. In this case it is recognised as part of the cost of acquisition of the
asset or as part of the expense.
Receivables and payables are stated inclusive of the amount of GST receivable or payable. The net amount of
GST recoverable from, or payable to, the taxation authority is included with other receivables or payables in the
balance sheet.
Cash flows are presented on a gross basis. The GST components of cash flows arising from investing or
financing activities which are recoverable from, or payable to the taxation authority, are presented as operating
cash flows.
(v) Parent entity financial information
The financial information for the Parent entity, Seafarms Group Limited has been prepared on the same basis as
the consolidated financial statements, except as set out below.
Investments in subsidiaries, associates and joint venture entities
(i)
Investments in subsidiaries, associates and joint venture entities are accounted for at cost in the financial
statements of Seafarms Group Limited. Dividends received from associates are recognised in the Parent entity's
profit or loss when its right to receive the dividend is established.
(ii) Tax consolidation legislation
Seafarms Group Limited and its wholly-owned Australian controlled entities have implemented the tax
consolidation legislation.
The head entity, Seafarms Group Limited, and the controlled entities in the tax consolidated group account for
their own current and deferred tax amounts. These tax amounts are measured as if each entity in the tax
consolidated group continues to be a stand alone taxpayer in its own right.
45
Seafarms Group Limited
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
30 June 2019
(continued)
1 Summary of significant accounting policies (continued)
(ii) Tax consolidation legislation (continued)
In addition to its own current and deferred tax amounts, Seafarms Group Limited also recognises the current tax
liabilities (or assets) and the deferred tax assets arising from unused tax losses and unused tax credits assumed
from controlled entities in the tax consolidated group.
The entities have also entered into a tax funding agreement under which the wholly-owned entities fully
compensate Seafarms Group Limited for any current tax payable assumed and are compensated by Seafarms
Group Limited for any current tax receivable and deferred tax assets relating to unused tax losses or unused tax
credits that are transferred to Seafarms Group Limited under the tax consolidation legislation. The funding
amounts are determined by reference to the amounts recognised in the wholly-owned entities'
financial
statements.
The amounts receivable/payable under the tax funding agreement are due upon receipt of the funding advice
from the head entity, which is issued as soon as practicable after the end of each financial period. The head
entity may also require payment of interim funding amounts to assist with its obligations to pay tax instalments.
Assets or liabilities arising under tax funding agreements with the tax consolidated entities are recognised as
current amounts receivable from or payable to other entities in the Group.
Any difference between the amounts assumed and amounts receivable or payable under the tax funding
agreement are recognised as a contribution to (or distribution from) wholly owned tax consolidated entities.
(iii) Financial guarantees
Where the Parent entity has provided financial guarantees in relation to loans and payables of subsidiaries for no
compensation, the fair values of these guarantees are accounted for as contributions and recognised as part of
the cost of the investment.
2 Financial risk management
The Group's activities may expose it to a variety of financial risks: market risk (including currency risk, interest
rate risk and price risk), credit risk and liquidity risk. The Group's overall risk management program focuses on
the unpredictability of
financial markets and seeks to minimise potential adverse effects on the financial
performance of the Group. The Group does not use derivative financial instruments such as foreign exchange
contracts and interest rate swaps to hedge certain risk exposures, as management considers this unnecessary
given the nature and size of the Group's operations.
Consolidated
30 June
2019
$
30 June
2018
$
16,302,589
2,542,826
-
18,845,415
4,139,603
3,980,284
192,475
8,312,362
44,532,727
44,532,727
26,896,301
26,896,301
Financial assets
Cash and cash equivalents
Loans and receivables
Fair value through profit or loss
Financial liabilities
Amortised cost
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Seafarms Group Limited
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
30 June 2019
(continued)
2 Financial risk management (continued)
(a) Market risk
(i) Price risk
Exposure
The Group is exposed to equity securities price risk. This arises from investments held by the Group and
classified in Other financial assets - investments as available-for-sale investments. The Group is not exposed to
commodity price risk.
(ii) Cash flow and fair value interest rate risk
As at the end of the reporting period, the Group had the following variable rate deposits:
Consolidated
30 June 2019
30 June 2018
Weighted
average
interest rate
%
Balance
$
Weighted
average
interest rate
%
Balance
$
Deposits at call
Bank accounts
Net exposure to cash flow interest rate risk
1.7%
487,125
.1% 12,406,756
12,893,881
1.6%
.1%
328,851
1,847,380
2,176,231
Sensitivity
Management has assessed that the sensitivity of the profit or loss to higher/lower interest rates applied to cash
and cash equivalents as being immaterial.
(b) Credit risk
Credit risk refers to the risk that a counterparty will default on its contractual obligations resulting in financial loss
to the Group. The Group has adopted a policy of only dealing with creditworthy counterparties and obtaining
sufficient collateral where appropriate, a means of mitigating the risk of financial loss from defaults. The Group's
exposure and the credit ratings of its counterparties are continuously monitored and the aggregate value of
transactions concluded are spread amongst approved counterparties. Credit exposure is controlled by
counterparty limits that are reviewed and approved by the audit committee annually. The Group measures credit
risk on a fair value basis.
(i) Risk management
Wholesale customers of prawns and related products are subject to trade credit insurance. Credit limits are set
by the insurer and are not exceeded. There have been no bad debts or claims on the insurance policy during the
year.
Apart from the above, the Group does not have any significant credit risk exposure to any single counterparty or
any group of counterparties having similar characteristics. The credit risk on liquid funds is limited because the
counterparties are banks with high credit ratings assigned by international credit rating agencies.
The carrying amount of financial assets recorded in the financial statements, net of any allowances for losses,
represents the Group’s maximum exposure to credit risk without taking account of the value of any collateral
obtained.
The credit quality of financial assets that are neither past due nor impaired can be assessed by reference to
external credit ratings (if available) or to historical information about counterparty default rates:
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2 Financial risk management (continued)
Trade receivables
Counterparties without external credit rating *
Group 1
Group 2
Group 3
Seafarms Group Limited
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
30 June 2019
(continued)
Consolidated
30 June
2019
$
30 June
2018
$
-
2,005,193
-
2,005,193
-
3,669,000
-
3,669,000
* Group 1 - new customers (less than 6 months)
Group 2 - existing customers (more than 6 months) with no defaults in the past
Group 3 - existing customers (more than 6 months) with some defaults in the past. All defaults were fully recovered.
(c) Liquidity risk
The Group manages liquidity risk by maintaining reserves, banking facilities and reserve borrowing facilities by
monitoring forecasts and actual cash flows and matching the maturity profiles of financial assets and liabilities.
(i) Financing arrangements
The Group has access to undrawn borrowing facilities of $1,800,000 at the end of the reporting period (2018:
$700,000).
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Seafarms Group Limited
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
30 June 2019
(continued)
2 Financial risk management (continued)
(i) Financing arrangements (continued)
(ii) Maturities of financial liabilities
The tables below analyse the Group’s financial liabilities into relevant maturity groupings based on the remaining
period at
the reporting date to the contractual maturity date. The amounts disclosed in the table are the
contractual undiscounted cash flows.
Less than
6 months
$
6 - 12
months
$
Between 1
and 2
years
$
Between 2
and 5 years
$
Over 5
years
$
Total
contrac-
tual
cash
flows
$
Carrying
amount
(assets)/
liabilities
$
Contractual maturities of
financial liabilities
At 30 June 2019
Non-derivatives
Trade payables
Lease liabilities
Borrowings - Fixed rate 7.5%
Borrowings - variable rate
(weighted average 2019:
6.23%, 2018: 5.95%, 2017
5.68%)
Borrowings - Fixed rate 7%
Total non-derivatives
7,929,886
66,766
(5,351)
-
188,845
8,180,146
-
-
319,038 1,646,263
-
-
-
7,929,886
3,576,452 12,410,828 18,019,347 18,019,347
(5,351)
7,929,886
(5,351)
-
-
-
-
-
- 13,400,000 13,400,000
5,188,845
-
319,038 1,646,263 21,976,452 12,410,828 44,532,727 44,532,727
- 13,400,000
5,000,000
-
5,188,845
At 30 June 2018
Non-derivatives
Trade payables
Bank Loan
Lease liabilities
Borrowings - Fixed rate 7.5%
Borrowings - variable rate
(weighted average 2019:
6.23%, 2018: 5.95%, 2017
5.68%)
Total non-derivatives
8,890,367
2,825,680
56,350
23,417
-
-
53,254
-
-
-
154,246
-
-
-
392,988
-
-
-
-
-
8,890,367
2,825,680
656,837
23,417
8,890,367
2,825,680
656,837
23,417
-
11,795,814
-
53,254
- 14,500,000
154,246 14,892,988
- 14,500,000 14,500,000
- 26,896,301 26,896,301
(d) Fair value measurements
The fair value of financial assets and financial liabilities must be estimated for recognition and measurement or
for disclosure purposes.
Disclosure of fair value measurements is performed by level of the following fair value measurement hierarchy:
(a)
(b)
(c)
quoted prices (unadjusted) in active markets for identical assets or liabilities (level 1)
inputs other than quoted prices included within level 1 that are observable for the asset or liability, either
directly (as prices) or indirectly (derived from prices) (level 2), and
inputs for the asset or liability that are not based on observable market data (unobservable inputs) (level
3).
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Notes to the consolidated financial statements
30 June 2019
(continued)
2 Financial risk management (continued)
The following table presents the Group's assets and liabilities measured and recognised at fair value at 30 June
2019:
Consolidated - at 30 June 2019
Level 1
$
Level 2
$
Level 3
$
Total
$
Assets
Biological assets
Total assets
Consolidated - at 30 June 2018
Level 1
$
Assets
Biological assets
Total assets
-
-
-
-
Level 2
$
-
-
-
-
3,590,388
3,590,388
3,590,388
3,590,388
Level 3
$
Total
$
5,781,325
5,781,325
5,781,325
5,781,325
There have been no transfers between Level 1 and Level 2 in the period. The carrying value of other financial
assets and financial
liabilities approximates their fair value. For a reconciliation of the movement of level 3
disclosures, refer to note15.
3 Critical accounting estimates and judgements
Estimates and judgements are continually evaluated. They are based on historical experience and other factors,
including expectations of future events that may have a financial impact on the entity and that are believed to be
reasonable under the circumstances.
(a) Critical accounting estimates
The Group makes estimates and assumptions concerning the future. The resulting accounting estimates will, by
definition, seldom equal the related actual results. The estimates and assumptions that have a significant risk of
causing a material adjustment to the carrying amounts of assets and liabilities within the next financial period are
discussed below.
(i) Biological assets
As referred to in the accounting policy above the fair value of biological assets is estimated using a discounted
cash flow model which incorporates a number of assumptions. Management is required to exercise significant
judgement in estimating the underlying cash flows where those assumptions are not based on observable market
data (‘Level 3’ inputs). The most significant assumptions requiring management judgement are in respect of the
survival rate, harvest average body weight, average market price, discount rate and average production cost per
kilogram until harvest-ready.
(ii) Valuation of goodwill and other non-current assets
Determining whether goodwill and other non-current assets are impaired requires an estimation of the value in
use of the cash generating units to which the assets have been allocated. The value in use calculation requires
the directors to estimate the future cash flows expected to arise from the cash-generating unit and a suitable
discount rate in order to calculate present value. Where the actual future cash flows are less than expected, a
material impairment loss may arise.
The carrying amount of goodwill at 30 June 2019 was $Nil (30 June 2018: $1,207,187). An impairment loss of
$1,207,187 was recognised in 2019 (2018: $Nil).
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Notes to the consolidated financial statements
30 June 2019
(continued)
3 Critical accounting estimates and judgements (continued)
(iii) Impairment of a financial asset
The loss allowances for financial assets are based on assumptions about the risk of default and expected loss
rates. The Group uses judgement in making these assumptions and selecting the inputs to the impairment
calculation, based on the Group's past history, existing market conditions as well as forward looking estimates at
the end of each reporting period.
(iv) Recognition of a financial asset
The Group assessed the loan provided to AAM Licensee Pty Ltd for which repayment is dependant on financial
close occurring as payments solely of principal and interest. As such the Group has recognised a financial asset.
The assessment of whether the contractual terms gives rise to a financial asset requires the application of
judgement.
(b) Critical judgements in applying the entity's accounting policies
(i) Development costs
Management continually evaluates the commercial and technical feasibility of projects, together with the ability to
complete the project and generate revenues. As at 30 June 2019,
the Group has capitalised $Nil (2018:
$1,211,840) as development costs and recognised an impairment loss of $Nil during the year (2018: $846,199)
as a result of adopting this policy.
Classification of leases as financing or operating in nature
The Group and the Legune station investor entered into a series of agreements in relation to the Legune land
lease arrangement. The Group considered these agreements as linked to ensure the substance of
the
arrangement is considered and accounted for as one transaction. Management has determined, based on an
evaluation of the terms and conditions, that the Group will obtain significant risks and rewards of the property and
as such have determined the lease to be a finance lease over a period of 30 years.
Measurement of finance lease asset and liability
The estimation, at
judgement:
the inception of the lease, of the items outlined below require significant management
•
•
•
•
•
•
The likelihood that the purchase option will be exercised;
The likelihood of extending the lease contract beyond the period of the first and second break clauses at
30 years and 60 years, respectively;
Assessment of 'other direct costs' such as unlisted share options associated with the lease contract and
the treatment of those costs as either an addition to the lease asset, or an expense in the period of
entering into the lease;
Valuation of these other direct costs such as the unlisted share options (refer unlisted option judgements
below);
The depreciation period / method; and
The interest rate implicit in the lease contract and the impact of this rate on the discounted amount of the
lease liability as while as the right to use asset.
Where any of the assumptions made in relation to the items outlined above are different to what is expected, a
material adjustment to the assets and liabilities of the Group and the amounts reported through the profit or loss
may arise.
Unlisted options
In determining the fair value of share based payments granted during the year, key estimates requiring
management judgement are the volatility and expected life input assumed within the option pricing model. The
Group uses historical volatility of
the Company to determine an appropriate level of volatility expected,
commensurate with the expected option life.
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Notes to the consolidated financial statements
30 June 2019
(continued)
4 Discontinued operation
(a) Description
On 23 May 2018 the Group announced an agreement with Nippon Suisan Kaisha (Nissui) that included a $24.99
million equity investment in Seafarms. This investment will assist with the development of the Company's world
class Project Sea Dragon. One of the conditions of this agreement was that the Group divest its existing carbon
sequestration, trading and environmental services business.
On 15 June 2018, the Group sent out a Notice of Extraordinary General Meeting of shareholders to be held on 16
July 2018. This meeting was primarily to being held to seek approval for the demerger of CO2 Australia Group
from the Seafarms Group.
On 16 July 2018, at
demerger, which was completed on 23 July 2018.
the extraordinary general meeting,
the Group received shareholder approval for the
Consequently, the carbon sequestration, trading and environmental services business is being reported as a
discontinued operation.
(b) Financial performance and cash flow information
Consolidated
30 June
2019
$
30 June
2018
$
758,446
843
310,558
(109,870)
(14,131)
-
(127)
(5,676)
(18,437)
(82,004)
(28,013)
-
(204,028)
(367)
(11,370)
-
595,824
8,070,914
244,615
(1,157,975)
(1,973,913)
(366,262)
(113,213)
20,727
(72,592)
(200,688)
(1,498,168)
(419,455)
(1,965)
(2,469,798)
(12,270)
60,560
(1,016,448)
(905,931)
-
595,824
(197,042)
(1,102,973)
(952,473)
(20,223)
(99,633)
(1,072,329)
2,953,487
(3,186,616)
723,518
490,389
Revenue
Other gains
Cost of goods sold
Employee benefit expense
Depreciation and amortisation expense
Consulting expense
Travel
Insurance
Rent
Research and development
Other expenses
Marketing
Plantation costs
Finance costs
Share of loss from associates
Impairment of intangible assets
Profit before income tax
Income tax (expense)
Profit/(loss) from discontinued operation
Net cash (outflow)/inflow from operating activities
Net cash (outflow) from investing activities
Net cash (outflow)/inflow from financing activities
Net (reduction)/increase in cash generated by the subsidiary
52
Seafarms Group Limited
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
30 June 2019
(continued)
4 Discontinued operation (continued)
(c) Assets and liabilities classified as a discontinued operation
The carrying amount of assets and liabilities as at the date of demerger, 23 July 2018, were:
Assets
Cash and cash equivalents
Trade receivables
Other current assets
Accrued income
Non-current assets
Inventories
Property, plant and equipment
Intangible assets
Investments
Total assets
Current liabilities
Cash and cash equivalents
Trade and other payables
Borrowings
Provisions
Deferred revenue
Intercompany liabilities
Non-current liabilities
Borrowings
Provisions
Total liabilities
Net assets
5 Segment information
(a) Description of segments
23 July
2018
$
30 June
2018
$
-
2,148,488
371,690
301,208
2,821,386
1,044,090
652,242
2,483
939,061
2,637,876
184,923
1,063,214
1,211,840
193,005
2,652,982
184,923
1,119,948
1,211,840
13,992,884
16,509,595
5,474,368
19,147,471
28,240
594,519
3,856
318,515
1,889,762
-
2,834,892
-
1,276,771
11,381
318,515
1,807,140
6,727,295
10,141,102
-
15,504
15,504
63,015
15,504
78,519
2,850,396
10,219,621
2,623,972
8,927,850
Business Segments
The Group operates wholly within two reportable segments, both located within Australia.
Aquaculture
Development of a large scale land-based aquaculture project in Northern Australia by Project Sea Dragon Pty
Ltd, and prawn aquaculture operations in North Queensland.
53
Seafarms Group Limited
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
30 June 2019
(continued)
5 Segment information (continued)
Carbon services
This segment was demerged from the Group on 23 July 2018 and has been disclosed as a discontinued
operation in the financial statements. Previously this segment related to the establishment and management of
carbon sinks and re-vegetation projects throughout Australia including the provision of abatement certificates
generated from accredited forest carbon sinks owned by the Group and its customers, and trading in
environmental credits.
Other
'Other' is the aggregation of the Group's other operating segments that are not separately reportable.
(b) Segments
The segment information provided to the strategic steering committee for the reportable segments for the year
ended 30 June 2019 is as follows:
Year ended 30 June 2019
Aquaculture
Carbon
services
Other
Consolidated
$
$
$
$
Segment revenue
Sales and external customers
Total sales revenue
Other revenue
Total segment revenue
Consolidated revenue
Segment loss
Segment (loss)/profit
Central administration and directors' salaries
Loss before income tax
Income tax benefit
Loss for the year
Segment assets
Segment assets/(liabilities)
Unallocated assets
Total assets
24,247,237
24,247,237
21,346
24,268,583
-
-
-
-
-
-
126,220
126,220
(18,216,237)
595,824
(4,749,791)
70,376,014
-
-
24,247,237
24,247,237
147,566
24,394,803
24,394,803
(22,370,204)
(8,574,097)
(30,944,301)
(30,944,301)
70,376,014
14,698,247
85,074,261
The segment information provided to the strategic steering committee for the reportable segments for the year
ended 30 June 2018 is as follows:
Year ended 30 June 2018
Segment revenue
Sales and external customers
Total sales revenue
Other revenue
Total segment revenue
Consolidated revenue
Aquaculture
Carbon
services
Other
Consolidated
$
$
$
$
25,861,315
25,861,315
32,809
25,894,124
-
-
-
-
-
-
7,463
7,463
25,861,315
25,861,315
40,272
25,901,587
25,901,587
(15,231,767)
(4,908,982)
Segment loss
Segment (loss) / profit
Central administration and directors' salaries
(14,262,502)
(1,102,973)
133,708
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Seafarms Group Limited
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
30 June 2019
(continued)
5 Segment information (continued)
(b) Segments (continued)
Loss before income tax
Income tax benefit
Loss for the year
Segment assets
Segment assets / (liabilities)
Unallocated assets
Total assets
36,991,450
4,622,371
(16,277)
(20,140,749)
193,466
(19,947,283)
41,597,544
4,712,456
46,310,000
Segment revenues, expenses, and assets are those that are directly attributable to a segment and the relevant
portion that can be allocated to the segment on a reasonable basis. Segment assets include all assets used by a
segment and consist primarily of forest carbon sinks, receivables, inventories, property, plant and equipment and
goodwill and other intangible assets, net of related provisions. While most of these assets can be directly
attributed to individual segments, the carrying amounts of certain assets used jointly by segments are allocated
based on reasonable estimates of usage. Segment assets do not include income taxes.
Segment profit represents the profit earned by each segment without allocation of central administration costs
and directors' salaries, share of profit of associates, investment revenue, income tax expense, and gains or
losses on disposal of associates and discontinued operations. This is the measure reported to the chief operating
decision maker for the purposes of resource allocation and assessment of segment performance.
(c) Other profit and loss disclosures
Depreciation
and
amortisation
$
(1,911,360)
(422,922)
(2,334,282)
Depreciation
and
amortisation
$
(1,557,321)
(24,941)
(1,582,262)
2019
Aquaculture
Other
Total
2018
Aquaculture
Other
Total
55
6 Revenue
From continuing operations
Sales revenue
Sale of Goods Revenue
Other revenue
Interest on financial assets
Office services
Crop share and agistment
7 Other gains/(losses)
Net (loss)/gain on disposal of property, plant and equipment
Contract termination fee
Seafarms Group Limited
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
30 June 2019
(continued)
Consolidated
30 June
2019
$
30 June
2018
$
24,247,237
25,861,315
111,220
15,000
21,346
147,566
32,809
3,225
4,238
40,272
24,394,803
25,901,587
Consolidated
30 June
2019
$
30 June
2018
$
(12,349)
-
(12,349)
8,203
65,297
73,500
56
Seafarms Group Limited
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
30 June 2019
(continued)
Consolidated
30 June
2019
$
30 June
2018
$
397,995
84,171
339,090
1,342,584
2,419
168,023
2,334,282
-
70,538
339,089
1,133,540
2,374
35,476
1,581,017
-
1,245
2,334,282
1,582,262
3,900,021
3,900,021
3,420,834
3,420,834
1,019,903
122,662
5,274,539
6,417,104
884,761
113,358
4,551,629
5,549,748
2,260,073
13,026,870
9,177,628
24,464,571
2,081,738
8,204,623
13,979,990
24,266,351
8 Expenses
Profit before income tax includes the following specific
expenses:
Depreciation
Leasehold land
Buildings
Ponds
Plant and equipment
Leasehold improvements
Plant and equipment under finance leases
Total depreciation
Amortisation
Software
Total depreciation and amortisation
Research and development
Project Sea Dragon
Research and development costs paid and expensed
Employee benefits expense
Equity settled share based payments
Superannuation
Other employee benefits
Total employee benefits expense
Cost of goods sold
Freight charges
Cost of goods sold - fresh
Cost of goods sold - frozen
Total cost of goods sold
57
Seafarms Group Limited
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
30 June 2019
(continued)
9 Income tax expense
(a)
Income tax expense/(benefit)
Current tax on loss for the year
Deferred tax (benefit)
Adjustments for deferred tax of prior periods
Write off current and prior year deferred tax assets
(b) Numerical reconciliation of income tax expense to prima facie tax payable
Loss from continuing operations before income tax expense
Tax at the Australian tax rate of 30.0% (2018 - 30.0%)
Tax effect of amounts which are not deductible (taxable)
in calculating taxable income:
Non-deductible expenses
Sundry items
Difference in overseas tax rates
(Over)/under provision of income tax in previous year
Write off current and prior year deferred tax assets
Current year tax losses not recognised
Income tax expense/(benefit)
(c) Tax consolidation legislation
Consolidated
30 June
2019
$
30 June
2018
$
-
(348,830)
(87,784)
436,614
-
(193,466)
(235,024)
(109,172)
344,196
(193,466)
Consolidated
30 June
2019
$
30 June
2018
$
(31,540,125)
(9,462,038)
(19,037,776)
(5,711,333)
3,105,959
(1,515,209)
(7,871,288)
16
(87,784)
436,614
7,522,442
-
1,965,029
(1,056,515)
(4,802,819)
18,139
(109,172)
344,196
4,356,190
(193,466)
Seafarms Group Limited and its wholly-owned Australian controlled entities have implemented the tax
consolidation legislation. The accounting policy in relation to this legislation is set out in note 1(g).
On adoption of the tax consolidation legislation, the entities in the tax consolidated group entered into a tax
sharing agreement which, in the opinion of the directors, limits the joint and several liability of the wholly-owned
entities in the case of a default by the head entity, Seafarms Group Limited.
The entities have also entered into a tax funding agreement under which the wholly-owned entities fully
compensate Seafarms Group Limited for any current tax payable assumed and are compensated by Seafarms
Group Limited for any current tax receivable and deferred tax assets relating to unused tax losses or unused tax
credits that are transferred to Seafarms Group Limited under the tax consolidation legislation. The funding
financial
amounts are determined by reference to the amounts recognised in the wholly-owned entities'
statements.
The amounts receivable/payable under the tax funding agreement are due upon receipt of the funding advice
from the head entity, which is issued as soon as practicable after the end of each financial year. The head entity
may also require payment of interim funding amounts to assist with its obligations to pay tax instalments. The
funding amounts are recognised as current inter-company receivables or payables.
58
Seafarms Group Limited
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
30 June 2019
(continued)
9 Income tax expense (continued)
(d) Franking account
Franking account balance (tax paid basis)
Impact on franking account balance of dividends not recognised
10 Current assets - Cash and cash equivalents
Cash at bank and in hand
Deposits at call
Other cash and cash equivalents
(a) Risk exposure
Consolidated
30 June
2019
$
30 June
2018
$
-
-
-
-
-
-
Consolidated
30 June
2019
$
15,815,464
487,125
-
16,302,589
30 June
2018
$
3,809,431
328,851
1,321
4,139,603
The Group's exposure to interest rate risk is discussed in note 2.
(b) Cash at bank and on hand
Of the cash at bank and on hand, $3,408,708 (2018: $1,963,372) is non-interest bearing, and $12,893,881 (2018:
$2,176,231) is in accounts that earn interest.
(c) Cash not available for use
$487,125 (2018: $328,851) is held as security for bank facilities and lease guarantees (note 25).
(d) Deposits at call
Deposits at call are interest bearing.
59
Seafarms Group Limited
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
30 June 2019
(continued)
Consolidated
30 June
2019
$
30 June
2018
$
2,005,193
53,560
457,733
2,516,486
3,669,000
77,629
215,717
3,962,346
11 Current assets - Trade and other receivables
Trade receivables
Loans to employees
Goods and services tax (GST) receivable
(a) Trade receivables
As of 30 June 2019, trade receivables of $947,249 (2018: $3,115,739) were past due but not impaired.
Up to 3 months
3 to 6 months
Consolidated
30 June
2019
$
30 June
2018
$
634,462
312,787
947,249
3,003,058
112,681
3,115,739
Trade receivables represent receivables in respect of which the Group’s right to consideration is unconditional
subject only to the passage of time. Trade receivables are non-derivative financial assets accounted for in
accordance with the Group’s accounting policy for non-derivative financial assets as set out in Note 1(b)(ii) AASB
9 Financial Instruments.
Trade and other receivables are measured at amortised cost. A gain or loss on trade and other financial assets
that is subsequently measured at amortised cost is recognised in profit or loss when the asset is derecognised or
impaired. Interest income from these financial assets is included in finance income using the effective interest
rate method.
The average credit period on trade receivables ranges from current to 90 days in most cases. In determining the
recoverability of a trade receivable, the Group used the expected credit loss model as per AASB 9. The expected
credit loss model requires the Group to account for expected credit losses at each reporting date to reflect
changes in credit risk since initial recognition of the financial assets. In other words, it is no longer necessary for a
credit default to have occurred before credit losses are recognised.
The Group has Trade Credit Insurance in place until 30 April 2020, which has insured indemnity of 90% with a
maximum insured amount of $5 million.
(b) Interest rate risk
Information about the Group’s exposure to interest rate risk in relation to trade and other receivables is provided
in note 2.
(iii) Fair value and credit risk
Due to the short-term nature of these receivables, their carrying amount is assumed to approximate their fair
value. The average credit period on rendering of invoices is 30 days.
Refer to note 2 for more information on the risk management policy of the Group and the credit quality of the
entity's trade receivables.
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12 Current assets - Inventories
Finished goods
Feed and consumables
Seafarms Group Limited
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
30 June 2019
(continued)
Consolidated
30 June
2019
$
11,335,413
1,262,884
12,598,297
30 June
2018
$
6,166,915
1,127,762
7,294,677
Finished goods are harvested prawns from the Group's aquaculture operations in North Queensland.
Feed and consumables relate wholly to the Group's aquaculture operations.
13 Current assets - Other current assets
Prepayments
Deposits paid
Environmental credits
Other aquaculture assets
14 Current assets - Accrued income
Carbon sink development
Accrued income from carbon sink management
Consolidated
30 June
2019
$
30 June
2018
$
829,121
26,340
-
57,144
912,605
687,718
17,938
192,475
151,560
1,049,691
Consolidated
30 June
2019
$
30 June
2018
$
-
-
-
112,404
826,657
939,061
61
Seafarms Group Limited
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
30 June 2019
(continued)
15 Current assets - Biological assets
Livestock at fair Value
Opening Balance
Gain or Loss arising from changes in fair value less estimated point of sale
costs
Increases due to purchases
Transferred to inventories
Closing Balance
30 June
2019
$
30 June
2018
$
5,781,325
4,530,997
(1,485,164)
5,075,553
(5,781,325)
3,590,388
593,507
5,187,818
(4,530,997)
5,781,325
The group has classified live prawn as level 3 in the fair value hierarchy (refer note 1 for explanation of levels),
since one or more of the significant inputs is not based on observable market data.
Valuation processes
The group’s finance team performs the valuations of
the group’s biological assets for financial reporting
purposes, including level 3 fair values. This team reports directly to the chief financial officer (CFO) and the audit
and risk committee (ARC). Discussions of valuation processes and results are held between the CFO and the
ARC at least once every six months, in line with the group’s half-yearly reporting requirements.
The main level 3 inputs used by the group are derived and evaluated as follows:
•
•
•
Survival rate, harvest average body weight and average production cost per kilogram is determined
based on actual rates achieved over the last 6-12 months.
Prawn market prices are based on active liquid market prices achieved over the last 3 months.
Discount rate is determined using a capital asset pricing model to calculate a post-tax rate that reflects
current market assessments of the time value of money and the risk specific to the asset.
Changes in level 3 inputs and fair values are analysed at the end of each reporting period during the half-yearly
valuation discussion between the CFO, and ARC. As part of this discussion the team presents a report that
explains the reason for the fair value movements.
Financial risk management strategies for biological assets
The Group is exposed to risks arising from environmental and climatic changes and market prices.
The Group has strong operating procedures to prevent and mitigate the impact of disease and environmental
risks.
The Group is exposed to some risks arising from fluctuations in the price and demand of prawn. To mitigate
those risks the Group continues to focus on producing a high quality product that is well sought after in the
market. Where appropriate the Group will also enter into supply contracts.
16 Non-current assets - Inventories
Consolidated
30 June
2019
$
30 June
2018
$
-
-
184,923
184,923
Other inventories
62
Seafarms Group Limited
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
30 June 2019
(continued)
17 Non-current assets - Property, plant and equipment
Consolidated
At 1 July 2017
Cost or fair value
Accumulated depreciation
Net book amount
Year ended 30 June 2018
Opening net book amount
Additions
Disposals
Depreciation & amortisation charge
Closing net book amount
At 30 June 2018
Cost or fair value
Accumulated depreciation
Net book amount
Freehold land
$
Freehold
buildings
$
Ponds
$
Plant and
equipment
$
Leasehold
improvements
$
Leased plant
and
equipment
$
Carbon sinks
$
Total
$
2,719,799
-
2,719,799
1,581,830
(210,891)
1,370,939
6,781,774
(1,072,367)
5,709,407
12,000,323
(4,043,661)
7,956,662
426,459
(355,548)
70,911
379,173
(68,072)
311,101
4,201,540
(3,038,220)
1,163,320
28,090,898
(8,788,759)
19,302,139
2,719,799
-
(709,799)
-
2,010,000
1,370,939
-
-
(70,538)
1,300,401
5,709,407
-
-
(339,088)
5,370,319
7,956,662
2,972,609
(10,954)
(1,153,280)
9,765,037
70,911
2,260
-
(18,135)
55,036
311,101
426,265
-
(80,384)
656,982
1,163,320
-
-
(191,016)
972,304
19,302,139
3,401,134
(720,753)
(1,852,441)
20,130,079
2,010,000
-
2,010,000
1,581,830
(281,429)
1,300,401
6,781,774
(1,411,455)
5,370,319
14,509,981
(4,744,944)
9,765,037
428,719
(373,683)
55,036
805,438
(148,456)
656,982
4,201,540
(3,229,236)
972,304
30,319,282
(10,189,203)
20,130,079
63
Seafarms Group Limited
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
30 June 2019
(continued)
17 Non-current assets - Property, plant and equipment (continued)
Consolidated
At 1 July 2018
Cost or fair value
Accumulated depreciation
Net book amount
Year ended 30 June 2019
Opening net book amount
Additions
Assets included in a disposal group
classified as other disposals
Disposals
Depreciation & amortisation charge
Closing net book amount
At 30 June 2019
Cost or fair value
Accumulated depreciation
Net book amount
Freehold land
$
Leasehold
land
$
Freehold
buildings
$
Ponds
$
Plant and
equipment
$
Leasehold
improvements
$
Leased plant
and
equipment
$
Carbon sinks
$
Total
$
2,010,000
-
2,010,000
-
-
-
1,581,830
(281,429)
1,300,401
6,781,774
(1,411,455)
5,370,319
14,509,981
(4,744,944)
9,765,037
428,719
(373,683)
55,036
805,438
(148,456)
656,982
4,201,540
(3,229,236)
972,304
30,319,282
(10,189,203)
20,130,079
2,010,000
-
-
21,540,035
1,300,401
2,901,886
5,370,319
-
9,765,037
6,579,507
-
-
-
2,010,000
-
-
(397,995)
21,142,040
-
-
(84,171)
4,118,116
-
-
(339,090)
5,031,229
(34,402)
(3,789,953)
(1,342,584)
11,177,605
2,010,000
-
2,010,000
21,540,035
(397,995)
21,142,040
4,483,716
(365,600)
4,118,116
6,781,774
(1,750,545)
5,031,229
16,678,652
(5,501,047)
11,177,605
55,036
144
(32,455)
-
(2,419)
20,306
31,908
(11,602)
20,306
656,982
244,415
(34,127)
(44,647)
(168,023)
654,600
898,843
(244,243)
654,600
972,304
-
20,130,079
31,265,987
(972,304)
-
-
-
(1,073,288)
(3,834,600)
(2,334,282)
44,153,896
-
-
-
52,424,928
(8,271,032)
44,153,896
64
Seafarms Group Limited
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
30 June 2019
(continued)
17 Non-current assets - Property, plant and equipment (continued)
(i) Finance lease - Legune station
On 15 February 2015, the Group entered into the Legune Station Access and Option Agreement. Under the
agreement, the Group had the option to acquire the leasehold interest into the Legune Station. The station
comprises 178,870 ha of land, property, plant & equipment and cattle.
The Group subsequently ceded their purchase option to a third party investor, who acquired the leasehold
interest (including property, plant and equipment) on 31 October 2018. The Group and the third party investor
simultaneously entered into a series of agreements whereby the Group lease 73,000 ha of the 178,870 ha of land
(excluding any property, plant and equipment and cattle) with a fair value of $12,202,717. The lease is effective
from 12 December 2018. While the lease contract provides a potential maximum 90 year lease term (thereby
securing the Group's ability to access the Legune site for this period), the Group has determined the relevant
minimum lease term to be 30 years based on the relevant break clauses in the contract, the first of which occurs
after 30 years.
(ii) Non-current assets pledged as security
The Group has provided a mortgage over LOT 166 ON CROWN PLAN CWL3565 & LOT 183 ON CROWN PLAN
CWL3484 to the third party investor when entering into the lease agreement.
(iii) Depreciation methods and useful lives
The leased land is depreciated using the minimum lease term of 30 years.
18 Non-current assets - Deferred tax assets
The balance comprises temporary differences attributable to:
Tax losses
Provisions
Accruals
Intangible assets
Depreciable assets
Accrued interest
Research & development
Net deferred tax assets
Movements:
Charged/credited:
- to profit or loss
Write off of Deferred Tax Asset
Realisation of prior year deferred tax assets
Under/(over) provision of deferred tax in previous year
Timing difference moved out on account of demerger
Closing balance at 30 June
Consolidated
30 June
2019
$
30 June
2018
$
(703,646)
371,876
47,497
128,319
109,006
46,948
-
-
335,011
(694,509)
-
87,784
271,714
-
11,655
456,095
81,031
111,403
(57,414)
(239,218)
(363,552)
-
235,024
(246,310)
(97,886)
109,172
-
-
Unrecognised deferred tax balances
Deductible temporary differences, unused tax losses and unused tax credits for which no deferred tax assets
have been recognised are attributable to the following:
Tax losses (revenue in nature)
17,811,287
13,142,144
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Notes to the consolidated financial statements
30 June 2019
(continued)
19 Non-current assets - Intangible assets
Consolidated
At 1 July 2017
Cost
Accumulated amortisation and impairment
Net book amount
Year ended 30 June 2018
Opening net book amount
Additions
Amortisation charge
Impairment charge
Closing net book amount
Cost
Accumulated amortisation and impairment
Net book amount
Development
costs
$
Goodwill
$
Patents,
trademarks
and other
rights
$
Computer
software
$
Other
intangible
assets
$
NGAC
accreditation
$
Total
$
3,100,697
(976,163)
2,124,534
1,207,187
-
1,207,187
3,072
(3,072)
-
192,754
(191,495)
1,259
790,166
(790,166)
-
408,380
(220,431)
187,949
5,702,256
(2,181,327)
3,520,929
2,124,534
10,629
(77,124)
(846,199)
1,211,840
3,111,325
(1,899,485)
1,211,840
1,207,187
-
-
-
1,207,187
1,207,187
-
1,207,187
-
-
-
-
-
1,259
-
(1,259)
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
3,072
(3,072)
-
151,706
(151,706)
-
790,166
(790,166)
-
187,949
-
(17,700)
(170,249)
-
238,131
(238,131)
-
3,520,929
10,629
(96,083)
(1,016,448)
2,419,027
5,501,587
(3,082,560)
2,419,027
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Notes to the consolidated financial statements
30 June 2019
(continued)
19 Non-current assets - Intangible assets (continued)
Consolidated
At 30 June 2018
Cost
Accumulated amortisation and impairment
Net book amount
Year ended 30 June 2019
Opening net book amount
Disposals
Impairment charge
Closing net book amount
At 30 June 2019
Cost
Accumulated amortisation and impairment
Net book amount
Development
costs
$
Goodwill
$
Patents,
trademarks
and other
rights
$
Computer
software
$
Other
intangible
assets
$
NGAC
accreditation
$
Total
$
3,111,325
(1,899,485)
1,211,840
1,211,840
(1,211,840)
-
-
1,207,187
-
1,207,187
1,207,187
-
(1,207,187)
-
-
-
-
1,207,187
(1,207,187)
-
3,072
(3,072)
-
151,706
(151,706)
-
790,166
(790,166)
-
238,131
(238,131)
-
5,501,587
(3,082,560)
2,419,027
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
25,745
(25,745)
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
2,419,027
(1,211,840)
(1,207,187)
-
1,232,932
(1,232,932)
-
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Notes to the consolidated financial statements
30 June 2019
(continued)
19 Non-current assets - Intangible assets (continued)
(a)
Impairment tests for goodwill
Goodwill is allocated to the Group's cash generating units (CGUs) identified according to operating segment.
Goodwill is monitored by management at the level of the three operating segments (see note 5 for details).
A segment-level summary of the goodwill allocation is presented below.
Consolidated
2019
Carbon services
Aquaculture
Other
Consolidated
2018
Carbon services
Aquaculture
Other
Total
$
-
-
-
-
Total
$
-
1,207,187
-
1,207,187
(b) Significant estimates: key assumptions used for value-in-use calculations
At the end of each reporting period, the Group reviews the carrying amounts of its tangible and intangible assets
to determine whether there is any indication that those assets have suffered an impairment loss. If any such
indication exists, the recoverable amount of the asset is estimated in order to determine the extent of the
impairment loss (if any). When it is not possible to estimate the recoverable amount of an individual asset, the
Group estimates the recoverable amount of the cash generating unit to which the asset belongs.
When a reasonable and consistent basis of allocation can be identified, corporate assets are also allocated to
individual cash-generating units, or otherwise they are allocated to the smallest group of cash-generating units for
which a reasonable and consistent allocation basis can be identified. Intangible assets with indefinite useful lives
and intangible assets not yet available for use are tested for impairment at least annually, and whenever there is
an indication that the asset may be impaired.
Recoverable amount is the higher of fair value less costs to sell and value in use. In assessing value in use, the
estimated future cash flows are discounted to their present value using a pre-tax discount rate that reflects
current market assessments of the time value of money and the risks specific to the asset for which the estimates
of future cash flows have not been adjusted.
If the recoverable amount of an asset (or cash-generating unit) is estimated to be less than its carrying amount,
the carrying amount of the asset (or cash-generating unit) is reduced to its recoverable amount. An impairment
loss is recognised immediately in profit or loss, unless the relevant asset is carried at a revalued amount, in which
case the impairment loss is treated as a revaluation decrease.
Queensland aquaculture CGU ('QLDAQ')
The recoverable amount of QLDAQ has been determined based on a value in use calculation using cash flow
projections covering a five year period, based on detailed financial forecasts prepared by local management and
approved by the Board of Directors.
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Notes to the consolidated financial statements
30 June 2019
(continued)
19 Non-current assets - Intangible assets (continued)
(b) Significant estimates: key assumptions used for value-in-use calculations (continued)
The following describes each key assumption on which the Company has based its value in use calculation for
QLDAQ:
•
•
•
•
•
The discount rate applied to pre-tax cash flow projections is 13.6% (2018: 12%);
Cash flows beyond the five year period are estimated using a terminal value calculated under standard
valuation principles incorporating a long term growth rate of 2.5% (2018: 2.5%);
Revenue from operations is forecast to increase as a result mainly price increases. This has been
estimated as 9.2% cumulatively over the five year forecast period. Weighted average forecast prices
have been assumed to increase significantly due to change in product mix and size;
The impact of working capital has been assumed to increase in line with revenue growth; and
Capital investment required to run the business has been assumed based on detailed estimates for
FY20 and then in line with depreciation for FY21-FY24.
During the year the Group recorded an impairment loss of $1.2 milion against the carrying value of QLDAQ
goodwill.
Refer below for sensitivities to key assumptions:
•
•
•
Average price per kilogram decrease by 1%: $2.84 million impairment;
Discount rate increase to 15%: $1.7 million impairment; and
Terminal growth rate decrease to 2%: $1.6 million impairment.
* Budgeted gross margin
** Weighted average growth rate used to extrapolate cash flows beyond the budget period
20 Other non-current assets
Consolidated
30 June
2019
$
30 June
2018
$
Loan to AAM Licensees Pty Ltd
5,000,000
-
The loan to AAM Licensees Pty Ltd was provided on 12 December 2018, at an interest rate of 7% per annum
(2018: nil), calculated on a daily basis, and is due to be repaid on 11 December 2021.
The receivable forms part of
management consider there to be an immaterial expected credit loss in relation to the receivable.
the series of arrangements in relation to Legune and as at 30 June 2019
69
21 Current liabilities - Trade and other payables
Trade payables
Amounts due to associates
Accrued expenses
PAYG payable
Goods and service tax (GST) payable
Other payables
Seafarms Group Limited
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
30 June 2019
(continued)
Consolidated
30 June
2019
$
30 June
2018
$
6,792,700
-
915
497,886
-
638,385
7,929,886
6,854,496
581,797
429,505
374,131
28,782
621,656
8,890,367
The Group has financial risk management policies in place to ensure that all payables are paid within the credit
time frame.
22 Current liabilities - Borrowings
Secured
Bank loans
Lease liabilities
Total secured current borrowings
Unsecured
Vendor finance
Total unsecured current borrowings
Total current borrowings
(a) Lease liabilities
Consolidated
30 June
2019
$
30 June
2018
$
-
385,804
385,804
2,825,680
109,604
2,935,284
(5,351)
(5,351)
23,417
23,417
380,453
2,958,701
The Group leased land under a finance lease effective 12 December 2018 (refer to note 17 for further details).
The Group considers the minimum lease term to be 30 years, also refer to critical estimates and judgements
(note 3). The Group has an option to purchase the Pastoral lease for an agreed amount at the end or at any point
during the first 10 years of the lease. The Group's obligations under finance leases are secured by the lessor's
title to the leased assets and a mortgage over LOT 166 ON CROWN PLAN CWL3565 & LOT 183 ON CROWN
PLAN CWL3484.
The Group leased 16 vehicles under finance leases during the period (2018: 8 vehicles leased). The average
lease term is 5 years. The Group has options to purchase the vehicles for a nominal amount at the end of the
lease terms. The Group's obligations under finance leases are secured by the lessors' title to the leased assets.
(b) Risk exposures
Details of the Group's exposure to risks arising from current and non-current borrowings are set out in note 2.
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Notes to the consolidated financial statements
30 June 2019
(continued)
22 Current liabilities - Borrowings (continued)
(c) Reconciliation of liabilities arising from financing activities
The table below details changes in the Group's liabilities arising from financing activities, including both cash and
non-cash changes. Liabilities arising from financing activities are those for which cash flows were, or future cash
flows will be, classified in the Group's consolidated statement of cash flows as cash flows from Financing
activities.
Current borrowings
Bank loans
Lease liabilities
Vendor finance
Total current borrowings
Non-current borrowings
Lease liabilities
Other loans
Loans from related parties
Total non-current borrowings
Consolidated
Opening
balance
Cash
1 July 2018 movement
$
$
Non-cash
movement
$
Closing
Balance
30 June 2019
$
2,825,680
109,604
23,417
(2,825,680)
276,200
(28,768)
2,958,701
(2,578,248)
-
-
-
-
-
385,804
(5,351)
380,453
547,233
-
14,500,000
15,047,233
(283,655)
-
(1,100,000)
(1,383,655)
17,369,965
5,188,845
-
22,558,810
17,633,543
5,188,845
13,400,000
36,222,388
Total Borrowings
18,005,934
(3,961,903)
22,558,810
36,602,841
23 Current liabilities - Provisions
Employee benefits
24 Current liabilities - Deferred revenue
Deferred income from project development
Deferred income on carbon sink management
Deferred advisory income
71
Consolidated
30 June
2019
$
30 June
2018
$
1,219,639
1,219,639
1,520,318
1,520,318
Consolidated
30 June
2019
$
30 June
2018
$
-
-
-
-
1,251,597
545,456
10,087
1,807,140
25 Non-current liabilities - Borrowings
Secured
Lease liabilities
Other loans
Total secured non-current borrowings
Unsecured
Loans from related parties
Total non-current borrowings
Seafarms Group Limited
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
30 June 2019
(continued)
Consolidated
30 June
2019
$
30 June
2018
$
Notes
17,633,543
5,188,845
22,822,388
547,233
-
547,233
32(c)
13,400,000
36,222,388
14,500,000
15,047,233
(i) Secured liabilities and assets pledged as security
The Group has a $80,000 (2018: $120,865 ) facility on its company credit cards and has been required to provide
guarantee facilities of $273,205 (2018: $207,987) in respect of office leases and a guarantee of $133,920 (2018:
$Nil) in favour of Great Barrier Reef Marine Parks. The Group maintains term deposits with the bank to secure
these facilities.
The Group leased land under a finance lease effective 12 December 2018 (refer to note 17 for further details).
The Group considers the minimum lease term to be 30 years, also refer to key estimations and judgements (note
3). The Group has an option to purchase the Pastoral lease for an agreed amount at the end of the first 10 years
of the lease. The Group's obligations under finance lease are secured by the lessors' title to the leased assets
and a mortgage over LOT 166 ON CROWN PLAN CL3565 & LOT 183 ON CROWN PLAN CWL3484.
Other loans
The loan from AAM Licensees Pty Ltd was provided on 12 December 2018, at an interest rate of 2% per annum
above the benchmark rate quoted from time to time by the Borrower's principal banker on overdraft
accommodation in excess of $100,000, and is due to be repaid on 11 December 2021. The Group has the option
to settle up to 50% of interest accruing on the loan with Seafarms Group Limited shares. The average interest
rate on the loan during the period was 7% (2018: nil).
The carrying amounts of assets pledged as security for current and non-current borrowings are:
Consolidated
30 June
2019
$
30 June
2018
$
487,125
487,125
328,851
328,851
Notes
10
17
2,010,000
21,142,040
-
-
Current
Deposits at call
Total current assets pledged as security
Non-current
First mortgage
Freehold land
Finance lease
Leased land
blank
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Seafarms Group Limited
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
30 June 2019
(continued)
25 Non-current liabilities - Borrowings (continued)
Consolidated
30 June
2019
$
30 June
2018
$
Notes
Total non-current assets pledged as security
23,152,040
-
Total assets pledged as security
23,639,165
328,851
(ii) Risk exposures
Information about the Group's exposure to interest rate and foreign exchange risk is provided in note 2.
26 Non-current liabilities - Provisions
Employee benefits - long service leave
Other provisions
(a) Other provisions
Opening balance 1 July
Additional provisions recognised
Payments made
Closing balance 30 June
Consolidated
30 June
2019
$
30 June
2018
$
19,947
89,493
109,440
68,230
175,208
243,438
Consolidated
30 June
2019
$
30 June
2018
$
175,208
-
(84,071)
91,137
252,577
-
(77,369)
175,208
The other provision represents the lease liability for the Perth office. The increase in the carrying amount of the
provision for the prior year results from the end of the initial 21 month rent free period negotiated on the lease on
1 July 2015. The lease is due to expire on 30 June 2020.
27 Issued capital
(a) Share capital
30 June
2019
Shares
Notes
30 June
2018
Shares
30 June
2019
$
30 June
2018
$
Ordinary shares
Fully paid
Convertible preference shares
27(c)
1,972,053,969
30,150,190
2,002,204,159
1,417,084,698
30,150,190
1,447,234,888
154,757,053
301
154,757,354
103,674,031
301
103,674,332
73
Seafarms Group Limited
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
30 June 2019
(continued)
27 Issued capital (continued)
(b) Movements in ordinary share capital
Details
Number of shares
$
Opening balance 1 July 2017
Nissui Investment
Debt conversion
Exercise of listed options - proceeds received
Less: Transaction costs arising on share issues
Balance 30 June 2018
Opening balance 1 July 2018
Nissui Investment
Exercise of listed options - proceeds received
Placement
Less: Transaction costs arising on share issues
Balance 30 June 2019
1,361,868,033
13,500,000
41,666,666
49,999
-
1,417,084,698
1,417,084,698
283,188,768
295,035
271,485,468
1,972,053,969
-
1,972,053,969
101,512,627
-
2,500,000
5,000
(343,295)
103,674,332
103,674,332
27,985,766
28,618
24,433,713
156,122,429
(1,365,075)
154,757,354
(c) Movements in convertible preference share capital
Details
Number of shares
$
Opening balance 1 July 2017
Balance 30 June 2018
Opening balance 1 July 2018
Balance 30 June 2019
(d) Convertible preference shares
30,150,190
30,150,190
30,150,190
30,150,190
301
301
301
301
The convertible preference shares were issued at $0.00001. To convert to fully paid ordinary shares each holder
is required to pay $0.06499. Conversion can occur at any time at the election of the holders. Conversion of
convertible preference shares may only be made in multiples of 1,000 convertible preference shares. There is no
debt component linked to the convertible preference shares and no maturity date.
The convertible preference shares have limited voting rights as described in ASX Listing Rule 6.3 and are entitled
to the payment of a dividend equal to one hundred thousandth of any dividends declared in respect of ordinary
shares and such dividend will rank in priority over ordinary shares for payment. Dividends on convertible
preference shares will not be cumulative.
(e) Options
Unlisted options
Information relating to the Group's Employee Option Plan and options issued to employees and executives of the
Group,
including details of options issued, exercised and lapsed during the financial period and options
outstanding at the end of the financial period, is set out in note 39.
Listed options
On 17 July 2017, the Group issued 126,092,585 listed options pursuant to the Option Offers made to those
participants in the June 2017 Share Placement. Shareholders who subscribed for shares in the June 2017 Share
Participation Plan were eligible to participate in the June 2017 Share Placement.
The listed options were issued free of charge and have an exercise price of 10 cents per share and expire on 17
July 2021.
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Notes to the consolidated financial statements
30 June 2019
(continued)
27 Issued capital (continued)
(e) Options (continued)
As at 30 June 2019, 295,035 listed options have been exercised (2018: 49,999) leaving 125,747,551 (2018:
126,042,586) listed options unexercised.
28 Reserves
(a) Other reserves
Financial assets revaluation reserve
Share-based payments
Option premium reserve
(b) Nature and purpose of other reserves
(I) Share-based payments
The share-based payments reserve is used to recognise:
Consolidated
30 June
2019
$
30 June
2018
$
(24,740)
10,371,472
1,670,705
12,017,437
(24,740)
4,516,569
1,670,705
6,162,534
•
•
•
•
the grant date fair value of options issued to employees but not exercised
the grant date fair value of shares issued to employees
the issue of shares held by the Seafarms Employee Share Trust to employees
in the parent entity the fair value of shares and options issued to employees of subsidiaries.
(ii) Option premium
The option premium represents the fair value of 47,734,412 Seafarms Group Limited options issued as part
consideration for the Ranger takeover bid.
(iii) Financial assets revaluation reserve
Changes in the fair value of financial assets are taken to the financial assets revaluation reserve. Amounts are
recognised in profit and loss when the associated assets are sold or impaired.
29 Key management personnel disclosures
(a) Directors
The following persons were directors of Seafarms Group Limited during the financial year:
(i) Chairman - executive
I N Trahar
(ii) Executive directors
H R Whitcombe
Dr C D Mitchell
(iii) Non-executive directors
P Favretto
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Notes to the consolidated financial statements
30 June 2019
(continued)
29 Key management personnel disclosures (continued)
(a) Directors (continued)
(iii) Non-executive directors (continued)
Hisami Sakai
(b) Other key management personnel
The following persons also had authority and responsibility for planning, directing and controlling the activities of
the Group, directly or indirectly, during the financial year:
Name
D Donovan
R Dyer
A Soanes*
J Bulinski*
Position
Chief Operating Officer
Project Director (31 October 2017)
Director & General Manager Operations CO2 Australia Limited
CO2 Australia Limited
Director
Employer
Seafarms Operations Limited
Seafarms Group Limited
* The carbon entities were demerged on 23 July 2018, the amounts included are for payments made during the
period prior to the demerger date (i.e. 1 to 23 July 2018).
(c) Key management personnel compensation
Short-term employee benefits
Post-employment benefits
Long-term benefits
Share-based payments
Consolidated
30 June
2019
$
30 June
2018
$
1,483,214
192,184
21,342
280,432
1,977,172
1,765,948
232,019
27,263
865,112
2,890,342
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Seafarms Group Limited
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
30 June 2019
(continued)
30 Remuneration of auditors
During the year the following fees were agreed for services provided by the auditor of the Parent entity, its related
practices and non-related audit firms:
(a) Audit services
(i) Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu
Audit and review of financial reports
Other fees paid to auditors
Total auditors' remuneration
31 Commitments
(a) Capital commitments
Consolidated
30 June
2019
$
30 June
2018
$
175,000
-
175,000
143,500
25,500
169,000
The Group has no material capital commitments as at 30 June 2019.
(b) Lease commitments: Group as lessee
(i) Non-cancellable operating leases
Operating leases relate to four office facilities, each with different terms: 3 years with an option to renew for a
further 3 years; 1 year with no option to renew; 8 years with 2 options for a further 4 years, and a fixed term to
June 2020 with no option for any further extension. The operating lease contracts contain market review clauses
in the event that the Group exercises its option to renew. There are also fixed increase dates annually. The
Group does not have an option to purchase the leased asset at the expiry of the lease period.
The Group leases 1 motor vehicle under an operating lease with a term of three years, with no option to purchase
the vehicle at the expiry of the lease period.
Commitments for minimum lease payments in relation to non-cancellable
operating leases are payable as follows:
Within one year
Later than one year but not later than five years
Later than five years
Consolidated
30 June
2019
$
30 June
2018
$
162,777
273,790
50,000
486,567
530,317
472,826
-
1,003,143
32 Related party transactions
(a) Parent entities
Detailed remuneration disclosures are provided in the remuneration report on pages 14 to 23.
The parent entity within the Group and the ultimate Australian parent entity is Seafarms Group
Limited.
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Notes to the consolidated financial statements
30 June 2019
(continued)
32 Related party transactions (continued)
(b) Subsidiaries
Interests in subsidiaries are set out in note 33.
(c) Loans to/from related parties
The Group has a $15.2 million a credit facility with Avatar Finance Pty Ltd, a company owned by Mr Ian Trahar,
Chairman of the Group.
The amounts advanced and interest charged are disclosed in the following table:
Loan from Avatar Finance Pty Ltd
Beginning of the year
Loans advanced
Debt equity swap
Loan repayments made
Interest charged
Interest paid
End of period
(d) Terms and conditions
Consolidated
30 June
2019
$
30 June
2018
$
14,500,000
5,600,000
-
(6,700,000)
759,426
(759,426)
13,400,000
8,000,000
9,000,000
(2,500,000)
-
499,419
(499,419)
14,500,000
The facility from Avatar Finance Pty Ltd is provided on commercial terms and conditions and is to be repaid on 15
March 2021. The average interest rate on the loan during the year was 6.23% (2018: 5.95%).
The Group has pledged LOT 166 ON CROWN PLAN CWL3565 & LOT 183 ON CROWN PLAN CWL3484 as
security to Avatar Finance Pty Ltd when entering into the Legune lease agreement.
On 20 August 2019, at the extraordinary general meeting, the shareholder’s approved the following transactions
in relation to the loan from Avatar Finance Pty Ltd:
•
•
•
The conversion of $3 million of debt owed to Avatar Finance Pty Ltd into 33,333,333 Ordinary shares
with a deemed issue price of $0.09 per share;
The issue of a convertible security to Avatar Finance Pty Ltd, which gives Avatar Finance Pty Ltd the
right to, at its election, convert amounts outstanding under the facility to shares at a price of 9 cents per
share up to the maximum conversion amount of $12.2 million (135,555,555 shares); and
The extension of the repayment date under the facility from 15 March 2021 to 15 September 2021.
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Notes to the consolidated financial statements
30 June 2019
(continued)
33 Subsidiaries and transactions with non-controlling interests
The consolidated financial statements incorporate the assets, liabilities and results of the following subsidiaries.
Name of entity
incorporation Class of shares
Equity holding
Country of
2019
%
2018
%
CO2 Australia Limited
Carbon Banc Limited
Carbon Estate Pty Ltd
CO2 New Zealand Limited
Mallee Land Company Pty Ltd
Mallee Carbon Limited
Carbon Sinks Services Pty Ltd
The Oil Mallee Company of Australia Limited
Yonderr Pty Ltd
Seafarms Operations Pty Limited (formerly
Seafarms Operations Limited)
CO2 Group Financial Services Pty Ltd
Marine Harvest Australia Pty Ltd
Seafarms Hinchinbrook Pty Ltd
Project Sea Dragon Pty Ltd
Marine Farms Pty Ltd
Seafarm Queensland Pty Ltd
PSD Construction Employment Pty Ltd
Australia
Australia
Australia
Australia
Australia
Australia
Australia
Australia
Australia
Australia
Australia
Australia
Australia
Australia
Australia
Australia
Australia
Ordinary
Ordinary
Ordinary
Ordinary
Ordinary
Ordinary
Ordinary
Ordinary
Ordinary
Ordinary
Ordinary
Ordinary
Ordinary
Ordinary
Ordinary
Ordinary
Ordinary
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
100
-
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
The subsidiaries, remaining after the demerger of the carbon entities on 23 July 2018, have been granted relief
from the necessity to prepare financial reports in accordance with Class Order 98/1418 issued by the Australian
Securities and Investments Commission. For further information refer to note 34.
34 Deed of cross guarantee
All companies in the Group are parties to a deed of cross-guarantee under which each company guarantees the
debts of the others. By entering into the deed, the wholly-owned entities have been relieved from the requirement
to prepare a financial report and directors’ report under Class Order 98/1418 (as amended) issued by the
Australian Securities and Investments Commission.
The balance sheet and income statement of the closed group is the same as that of the consolidated entity.
Set out below is a consolidated income statement for the 12 months ended 30 June 2019 of the Closed Group
consisting of Seafarms Group Limited, Seafarms Operations Limited, Marine Farms Pty Ltd, Marine Harvest
Australia Pty Ltd, Seafarm Queensland Pty Ltd, Seafarm Hinchinbrook Pty Ltd, PSD Construction Employment
Pty Ltd and Project Sea Dragon Pty Ltd.
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Notes to the consolidated financial statements
30 June 2019
(continued)
34 Deed of cross guarantee (continued)
(a) Consolidated income statement, statement of comprehensive income and summary of movements in
consolidated retained earnings
Consolidated statement of profit or loss
Revenue from continuing operations
Other (losses) / income
Fair value adjustment of biological assets
Fair value adjustment of finished goods
Consulting expense
Legal fees
Travel
Insurance
Rent
Research & development
Marketing
Founder stock centre
Plantation costs
Finance costs
Impairment of intangible assets
Cost of goods sold
Other expenses
Employee benefits expense
Depreciation and amortisation expense
Share of net loss of associates and joint venture partnership accounted for using
the equity method
Loss before income tax
Income tax (expense) benefit
Loss for the period
Consolidated statement of comprehensive income
Loss for the period
Total comprehensive loss for the period
(b) Consolidated statement of financial position
30 June
2019
$
30 June
2018
$
24,394,803
(12,349)
(1,485,164)
531,275
(4,634,729)
(1,553,965)
(1,835,123)
(339,268)
(278,001)
(3,900,021)
(173,358)
(3,355,144)
-
(2,720,196)
(1,207,187)
(24,464,571)
(1,755,741)
(6,417,104)
(2,334,282)
25,901,587
277,303
593,507
(842,994)
(2,326,014)
(2,188,895)
(2,424,270)
(256,170)
(488,366)
(4,797,607)
(201,548)
-
(2,469,798)
(1,077,026)
-
(24,266,351)
(2,758,778)
(7,555,080)
(1,936,687)
-
60,560
(31,540,125)
-
(31,540,125)
(26,756,627)
(39,823)
(26,796,450)
30 June
2019
$
30 June
2018
$
(31,540,125)
(31,540,125)
(26,796,450)
(26,796,450)
Set out below is a consolidated balance sheet as at 30 June 2019 of the Closed Group consisting of Seafarms
Group Limited, Seafarms Operations Limited, Marine Farms Pty Ltd, Marine Harvest Australia Pty Ltd, Seafarm
Queensland Pty Ltd, Seafarm Hinchinbrook Pty Ltd, PSD Construction Employment Pty Ltd and Project Sea
Dragon Pty Ltd.
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Notes to the consolidated financial statements
30 June 2019
(continued)
30 June
2019
$
30 June
2018
$
16,302,589
2,516,486
12,598,297
912,605
-
3,590,388
35,920,365
4,041,848
3,667,814
7,479,600
855,150
939,061
5,781,325
22,764,798
5,000,000
-
44,153,896
-
49,153,896
-
409,268
20,117,126
2,419,028
22,945,422
85,074,261
45,710,220
7,929,886
1,219,639
-
-
380,453
9,529,978
8,269,221
1,520,318
7,395
1,807,140
2,975,076
14,579,150
36,222,388
109,440
-
36,331,828
14,967,856
68,230
238,222
15,274,308
45,861,806
29,853,458
39,212,455
15,856,762
154,757,354
12,017,437
(127,562,336)
39,212,455
99,872,633
6,137,534
(90,153,405)
15,856,762
34 Deed of cross guarantee (continued)
Current assets
Cash and cash equivalents
Trade and other receivables
Inventories
Other current assets
Accrued income
Biological assets
Total current assets
Non-current assets
Other non-current assets
Investments in associates and joint ventures
Property, plant and equipment
Intangible assets
Total-non-current assets
Total assets
Current liabilities
Trade and other payables
Provisions
Other current liabilities
Deferred income
Borrowings
Total current liabilities
Non-current liabilities
Borrowings
Provisions
Other provisions
Total non-current liabilities
Total liabilities
Net assets
Equity
Issued capital
Reserves
Accumulated losses
Total equity
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Notes to the consolidated financial statements
30 June 2019
(continued)
35 Interests in joint ventures
(a) Joint venture partnership
Blue-Leafed Mallee Pty Ltd (BLM) was a wholly owned subsidiary of the Parent Entity, conducting carbon
projects through a 60% interest in a joint operation. In relation to its interest in the joint operation, BLM
recognised its 60% share of the assets, liabilities, revenues and expenses in/resulting from the joint operation in
the P&L and statement of financial position of the Group.
The Group has accounted for the retained 60% interest as an equity accounted investment up until the date of
the carbon entity demerger on 23 July 2018 - refer to Note 1(d)(iii) for the accounting policy.
(b) Equity accounted investment
At 30 June 2019, the carrying value of the investment in the statement of financial position is $Nil (2018:
$409,268).
During the current period an equity accounted profit of $Nil has been recognised in profit or loss (2018: $60,560
profit).
36 Events occurring after the reporting period
On 19 July 2019, the Group sent out a Notice of Extraordinary General Meeting of shareholders to be held on 20
August 2019. This meeting was held to seek certain shareholder approvals in connection with the Company’s
capital raisings announced in April and May 2019 and to approve amendments to the existing debt facility
provided to the Company by Avatar Finance Pty Ltd.
On 20 August 2019, at the extraordinary general meeting, the shareholder’s ratified the Group’s capital raising
activities carried out in April and May 2019.
In addition the Group received shareholder approval for the following amendments to the existing facility provided
to the Company by Avatar Finance Pty Ltd:
•
•
•
The conversion of $3 million of debt owed to Avatar Finance Pty Ltd into 33,333,333 Ordinary shares
with a deemed issue price of $0.09 per share;
The issue of a convertible security to Avatar Finance Pty Ltd, which gives Avatar Finance Pty Ltd the
right to, at its election, convert amounts outstanding under the facility to shares at a price of 9 cents per
share up to the maximum conversion amount of $12.2 million (135,555,555 shares); and
The extension of the repayment date under the facility from 15 March 2021 to 15 September 2021.
No other matter or circumstance has occurred subsequent to 30 June 2019 that has significantly affected, or may
significantly affect, the operations of the Group, the results of those operations or the state of affairs of the Group
or economic entity in subsequent financial periods.
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Notes to the consolidated financial statements
30 June 2019
(continued)
37 Reconciliation of loss for the year to net cash flows from operating activities
Loss for the year
Depreciation and amortisation
Impairment of intangibles
Non-cash loss on exercised options
Non-cash employee benefits expense - share-based payments
Net losses on sale of non-current assets
Fair value (gains)/losses on financial assets at fair value through profit or loss
Share of loss/(profits) of joint venture
Interest income received
Change in operating assets and liabilities:
Decrease/(increase) in trade debtors and receivables
(Increase)/decrease in inventories
Decrease/(increase) in other current assets
Decrease/(Increase) in current tax receivables
Decrease/(increase) in biological assets
Decrease/(increase) in other operating assets
(Decrease)/increase in trade creditors
(Decrease)/increase in other operating liabilities
(Decrease)/increase in other provisions
Net cash outflow from operating activities
38 Earnings per share
(a) Basic earnings per share
Consolidated
30 June
2019
$
30 June
2018
$
(30,944,301)
2,334,282
1,207,187
-
1,019,903
12,349
-
-
(111,220)
1,445,860
(5,118,697)
137,086
-
2,190,937
939,061
(933,336)
(1,807,140)
(434,677)
(30,062,706)
(19,947,283)
1,948,524
1,016,448
19,800
884,761
128,517
(20,294)
(60,560)
(32,809)
(2,365,051)
413,996
(46,613)
15,786
(1,250,328)
(26,360)
2,863,762
(41,252)
28,255
(16,470,701)
Consolidated
30 June
2019
Cents
30 June
2018
Cents
Basic earnings per share from continuing operations
From discontinued operation
Total basic earnings per share attributable to the ordinary owners of the
Company
(1.86)
0.04
(1.82)
(1.34)
(0.08)
(1.42)
(b) Diluted earnings per share
Consolidated
30 June
2019
Cents
30 June
2018
Cents
Diluted earnings per share from continuing operations
From discontinued operation
Total basic earnings per share attributable to the ordinary owners of the
Company
(1.86)
0.04
(1.82)
(1.34)
(0.08)
(1.42)
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Notes to the consolidated financial statements
30 June 2019
(continued)
38 Earnings per share (continued)
(c) Reconciliation of earnings used in calculating earnings per share
Basic earnings per share
Loss from continuing operations
From discontinued operation
Diluted earnings per share
Loss from continuing operations
Loss from continuing operations attributable to the ordinary equity holders of the
Company
Profit/(loss) from discontinued operation
Loss attributable to the ordinary equity holders of the company used in
calculating diluted earnings per share
Consolidated
30 June
2019
$
30 June
2018
$
(31,540,125)
595,824
(30,944,301)
(18,844,310)
(1,102,973)
(19,947,283)
(31,540,125)
(18,844,310)
(31,540,125)
(18,844,310)
595,824
(1,102,973)
(30,944,301)
(19,947,283)
Due to the net loss position of the Group, any conversion to shares would be anti-dilutive.
(d) Weighted average number of shares used as denominator
Consolidated
30 June
2019
Number
30 June
2018
Number
Weighted average number of ordinary shares used as the denominator in
calculating basic earnings per share
1,697,780,679
1,404,415,725
39 Share-based payments
Share based compensation payments are provided to employees in accordance to the "Seafarms Group's
Employee Incentive Plan" as detailed in the remuneration report.
Share based compensation payments are measured at the fair value of the equity instruments at the grant date.
The fair value at grant date is independently determined using the valuation method detailed in the remuneration
report.
The fair value of the equity instruments granted is adjusted to reflect market Vesting Conditions, but excludes the
impact of any non-market Vesting Conditions. The fair value determined at the grant date of the equity-settled
share based payments is expensed on a straight-line basis over the vesting period, based on the Company’s
estimate of equity instruments that will eventually vest. At the end of each reporting period, the Company revises
its estimate of the number of equity instruments expected to vest. The impact of the revision of the original
estimates, if any, is recognised in profit or loss such that the cumulative expense reflects the revised estimate,
with a corresponding adjustment to the equity-settled employee benefits reserve.
Upon the exercise of performance rights, the balance of the share based payments reserve relating to those
performance rights is transferred to issued capital and the proceeds received, net of any directly attributable
transaction costs, are credited to issued capital. The Group measures the cost of equity settled transactions with
key management personnel at the fair value of the equity instruments at the date at which they are granted. Fair
value is determined using valuation methods detailed in the remuneration report.
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Notes to the consolidated financial statements
30 June 2019
(continued)
39 Share-based payments (continued)
The variables in the valuation model are the share price on the date of the award, the duration of the award, the
risk free interest rate, share price volatility and dividend yield. The inputs used for each of the current schemes is
provided below.
Scheme
Unlisted options
Details
Risk free
interest rate
2.01% to
2.19%
Share price
volatility
Dividend
yield
Value (cents
per share)
61% to 64%
-
2.2
30 June 2019
30 June 2018
Weighted
average
exercise price
(cents per
unit)
Number of share
options
Weighted
average
exercise price
(cents per
unit)
Number of shares
options
Outstanding at beginning of year
Granted during year
Outstanding at the end of the year
35,000,000
-
35,000,000
9.70
-
9.70
-
35,000,000
35,000,000
-
9.70
9.70
The options outstanding at 30 June 2019 had a weighted average exercise price of 9.7 cents per option and a
weighted average remaining contractual life of 2 years. In 2018, options were granted on 22 August 2017 and 19
January 2018. The aggregate of the estimated fair value of the options granted on those dates were $779,276.
The inputs into the Black Scholes model are as follows:
Weighted average share price (cents per share)
Weighted average exercise price (cents per share)
Expected volatility
Expected life (years)
Risk-free interest rate
Expected dividends yield
30 June 2019
6.4
9.7
61% to 64%
2
2.01% to 2.19%
0%
30 June 2018
6.4
9.7
84.8%
3
2.42%
0%
For all awards, the volatility assumption is representative of the level of uncertainty expected in the movements of
the Group’s share price over the life of the award. The assessment of the volatility includes the historic volatility of
the market price of the Group’s share and the mean reversion tendency of volatilities. The expected volatility of
each company in the peer group is determined based on the historic volatility of the companies’ share prices. In
making this assumption, eighteen months of historic volatility was used.
(a) Unlisted share options issued
On 7 August 2018, the Group issued 5,320,622 unlisted share options to Nippon Suisan Kaisha Limited (Nissui).
The options are subject to a voluntary 3-year escrow period (i.e. from 7 August 2018 to 7 August 2021) during
which Nissui is prohibited from transferring the options (or the ordinary shares in Seafarms issued subsequent to
the exercise of options) without the consent of Seafarms. The options have an exercise period of 5 years from 7
August 2018 to 1 June 2023 at an exercise price of $0.062 per unlisted option. At the 30 June 2019, these
5,320,622 unlisted options remain unexercised.
On 12 December 2018, the Group issued 50,000,000 and 30,000,000 unlisted share options to AAM Investment
Partners as part of the Legune transaction. Both sets of options are subject to a 12-month escrow period from the
date of the Legune Station completion (i.e. from 12 December 2018 to 12 December 2019) during which AAM
Investment Partners is prohibited from transferring the options (or the ordinary shares in Seafarms issued
subsequent to exercise of options) without the consent of Seafarms. The options have an exercise period of 3
years from 12 December 2018 to 12 December 2021 and 5 years from 12 December 2018 to 12 December 2023
respectively at an exercise price of $0.097 per unlisted option. At the 30 June 2019, both the 50,000,000 and
30,000,000 unlisted options remain unexercised.
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Notes to the consolidated financial statements
30 June 2019
(continued)
39 Share-based payments (continued)
The fair value of the unlisted share options was determined using the Black-Scholes model using the following
inputs as at each grant date:
Unlisted option holder
Grant date
Number of unlisted options
issued
Exercise price
Annualised volatility
Dividend yield
Risk-free interest rate
Assessed fair value per option
Nissui
7 August 2018
AAM Investment Partners
12 December 2018
AAM Investment Partners
12 December 2018
5,320,622
$0.062
85.0%
0%
2.261%
$0.0745
50,000,000
$0.097
85.0%
0%
1.944%
$0.0559
30,000,000
$0.097
85.0%
0%
2.05%
$0.068
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Notes to the consolidated financial statements
30 June 2019
(continued)
40 Contingent liabilities
(a) Contingent liabilities
The Group has entered into an agreement whereby the Group will provide a loan of $5 million to AAM Licensees
Pty Ltd when financial close has occurred. The loan is at market interest rates and repayable upon completion of
stage 1 of Project Sea Dragon. If financial close has not occurred on/before 12 December 2023 AAM Licensees
Pty Ltd will be irrevocably released from the obligation to repay the outstanding loan.
41 Parent entity financial information
(a) Summary financial information
The individual financial statements for the Parent entity show the following aggregate amounts:
Balance sheet
Current assets
Non-current assets
Total assets
Current liabilities
Non-current liabilities
Total liabilities
Net assets
Shareholders' equity
Issued capital
Reserves
Reserves
Retained earnings
Loss for the period
Total comprehensive loss
30 June
2019
$
30 June
2018
$
111,787,967
23,798,429
135,386,396
80,521,704
3,676,556
84,182,240
2,455,815
30,308,282
32,764,097
2,650,752
14,679,281
17,330,033
102,622,299
(308,066,897)
66,852,207
(200,572,641)
154,746,719
103,663,698
11,581,370
(63,505,790)
6,187,274
(42,998,765)
102,822,299
66,852,207
(20,507,025)
(7,306,696)
(20,507,025)
(7,306,696)
(b) Guarantees entered into by the parent entity
There are cross guarantees given by Seafarms Group Limited and all its subsidiaries as described in note 34. No
deficiencies of assets exist in any of these companies. The parent company has given no other guarantees.
(c) Contingent liabilities of the parent entity
The Parent entity did not have any contingent liabilities as at 30 June 2019 or 30 June 2018. For information
about guarantees given by the Parent entity, please see above.
(d) Contractual commitments for the acquisition of property, plant or equipment
As at 30 June 2019, the parent entity had no contractual commitments for the acquisition of property, plant or
equipment.
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Directors' declaration
30 June 2019
In the Directors' opinion:
(a)
(b)
(c)
(d)
the financial statements and notes set out on pages 26 to 87 are in accordance with the Corporations Act
2001, including:
(i)
complying with Accounting Standards, the Corporations Regulations 2001 and other mandatory
professional reporting requirements, and
(ii)
giving a true and fair view of the consolidated entity's financial position as at 30 June 2019 and of
its performance for the financial period ended on that date, and
the financial statements and notes set out on pages 26 to 87 are also in accordance with the international
financial reporting standards issued by the International Accounting Standards Board
there are reasonable grounds to believe that the Company will be able to pay its debts as and when they
become due and payable, and
at the date of this declaration, there are reasonable grounds to believe that the members of the extended
closed Group identified in note 34 will be able to meet any obligations or liabilities to which they are, or
may become, subject by virtue of the deed of cross guarantee described in note 34.
The Directors have been given the declarations by the executive chairman and chief financial officer required by
section 295A of the Corporations Act 2001.
This declaration is made in accordance with a resolution of Directors.
Harley Ronald Whitcombe
Perth
30 August 2019
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Independent Auditor’s Report to the
Members of Seafarms Group Limited
Report on the Audit of the Financial Report
Opinion
We have audited the financial report of Seafarms Group Limited (the “Company”), and its subsidiaries
(the “Group”) which comprises the consolidated statement of financial position as at 30 June 2019, the
consolidated statement of comprehensive income, consolidated statement of changes in equity and
consolidated statement of cash flows for the year then ended, and notes to the financial statements,
including a summary of significant accounting policies, and the directors’ declaration.
In our opinion the accompanying financial report of the Group, is in accordance with the Corporations
Act 2001, including:
(i)
giving a true and fair view of the Group’s financial position as at 30 June 2019 and of its financial
performance for the year then ended; and
(ii)
complying with Australian Accounting Standards and the Corporations Regulations 2001.
Basis for Opinion
We conducted our audit in accordance with Australian Auditing Standards. Our responsibilities under
those standards are further described in the Auditor’s Responsibilities for the Audit of the Financial
Report section of our report. We are independent of the Group in accordance with the auditor
independence requirements of the Corporations Act 2001 and the ethical requirements of the
Accounting Professional and Ethical Standards Board’s APES 110 Code of Ethics for Professional
Accountants (the Code) that are relevant to our audit of the financial report in Australia. We have also
fulfilled our other ethical responsibilities in accordance with the Code.
We confirm that the independence declaration required by the Corporations Act 2001, which has been
given to the directors of the Company, would be in the same terms if given to the directors as at the
time of this auditor’s report.
We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis
for our opinion.
Key Audit Matters
Key audit matters are those matters that, in our professional judgement, were of most significance in
our audit of the financial report of the current period. These matters were addressed in the context of
our audit of the financial report as a whole, and in forming our opinion thereon, and we do not provide
a separate opinion on these matters.
Liability limited by a scheme approved under Professional Standards Legislation.
Member of Deloitte Asia Pacific Limited and the Deloitte Network.
Key Audit Matter
Accounting for Legune related transactions
How the scope of our audit responded to the Key
Audit Matter
Refer to Note 3 ‘Critical accounting estimates and
judgements’, Note 17 ‘’Property, plant and equipment’,
Note 20 Other non-current assets, Note 25 Non-current
liabilities – Borrowings and Note 40 Contingent
liabilities
As at 30 June 2019, the Group recognised a leasehold
land asset of $21.14 million in relation to the Legune
station lease.
Our procedures included, but were not limited to:
Reading the relevant agreements to understand
the key terms and conditions, and confirming
our understanding of the transaction with
management and management’s legal advisors;
The determination of the appropriate classification of
the lease, the lease period, the treatment of
complimentary work fees and unlisted options
required significant judgement.
In addition to the above, management entered into
agreements associated with the Legune lease that
resulted in the recognition of the following as at 30
June 2019:
A financial asset of $5 million (loan receivable);
A financial liability of $5.2 million (loan payable);
and
Recognition of a $5 million contingent liability.
The determination of whether the loan receivable meet
the definition of a financial asset and the appropriate
liability,
accounting treatment of the contingent
significant
required management
judgement.
exercise
to
Evaluating management’s process for the
identification of the assets and liabilities
resulting from the relevant agreements;
Evaluating management’s process for the
determination of the fair value of the assets and
liabilities obtained;
Assessing the competence and objectivity of
management’s specialists who valued Legune
station and the unlisted options respectively;
Assessing the appropriateness of the valuation
methodology
respective
independent specialist;
used
the
by
Challenging the classification and measurement
of the leased asset, complimentary works,
unlisted options, loan receivable and loan
payable in respect of the agreements;
Assessing and challenging the key assumptions in
management’s assessment. Including but not
limited to:
The interest rate implicit in the
lease; and
The lease term.
We also assessed the appropriateness of the
disclosure in Notes to the financial statements.
Valuation of Biological assets
Refer to Note 3 ‘Critical accounting estimates and
judgements’ and Note 15 ‘Biological assets’
Key Audit Matter
As at 30 June 2019 the Group held $3.6 million of
biological assets. This balance comprises the hatchery
live crop of $0.7 million, carried at cost, and live prawns
of $2.9 million carried at fair value less estimated sale
costs.
In order to determine the fair value, management
prepare a discounted cash flow model which requires
them to exercise significant judgement in respect of:
Harvest average body weight;
Average production cost per kilogram; and
Sales price per type and category of prawn.
Survival rates;
How the scope of our audit responded to the Key
Audit Matter
In conjunction with our valuation specialists, our
procedures included, but were not limited to:
Obtaining an understanding of the processes
and related controls over the key inputs and
assumptions used by management to determine
fair value;
Assessing the appropriateness of the valuation
methodology;
Assessing and challenging the key assumptions
in the model as follows:
Survival rates by comparing to historical
trends;
Harvest average body weight by
comparing to historical trends and to the
Board approved FY19 budget;
Average production cost per kilogram by
comparing to historical trends and to the
Board approved FY19 budget, and
testing a sample of recent costs to
external supporting evidence; and
Sales price per type and category of
prawn by comparing to recent historical
sales prices and industry data.
Challenging the appropriateness of the
discount rate used in the discounted cash
flow model; and
Performing sensitivity analysis on the key
assumptions outlined above.
We also assessed the appropriateness of the
disclosure in the Notes to the financial statements.
Carrying amount of non-current assets –
Queensland Aquaculture
Refer to Note 17 Property, plant and equipment and
Note 19 Intangible assets
Our procedures included, but were not limited to:
As at 30 June 2019 the carrying value of property, plant
and equipment was $44.1 million and Goodwill $nil.
Accordingly, property, plant and equipment in relation
to the Queensland Aquaculture CGU is $20.4 million.
The Group prepared a value in use model to assess
the recoverable value of the CGU and as a result
recorded an impairment of $1.2 million as at 30 June
2019.
Understanding the process that management
undertakes to develop the model;
Comparing the forecasts to Board approved
business plans;
Assessing historical forecasting accuracy by
comparing actual performance to budgets;
In conjunction with our valuation specialists,
challenging the assumptions as follows:
o Assessing the discount rate against that of
comparable companies;
o Evaluating operating margins with reference
to past performance and knowledge of the
business;
Key Audit Matter
This requires management to exercise significant
judgement, with key assumptions including discount
rate, growth and operating margins.
How the scope of our audit responded to the Key
Audit Matter
o Challenging the forecast growth with
consideration of product sales mix, sales
price, sales volume and external industry
data where available.
Testing on a sample basis, management’s
models for mathematical accuracy; and
Performing sensitivity analysis on the discount
rate and growth assumptions.
We also assessed the appropriateness of the
disclosures in Note 19 to the financial statements.
Other Information
The directors are responsible for the other information. The other information comprises the
information included in the annual report, but does not include the financial report and our auditor’s
report thereon.
Our opinion on the financial report does not cover the other information and we do not express any
form of assurance conclusion thereon.
In connection with our audit of the financial report, our responsibility is to read the other information
and, in doing so, consider whether the other information is materially inconsistent with the financial
report or our knowledge obtained in the audit or otherwise appears to be materially misstated.
If, based on the work we have performed, we conclude that there is a material misstatement of this
other information; we are required to report that fact. We have nothing to report in this regard.
Responsibilities of the Directors for the Financial Report
The directors of the Company are responsible for the preparation of the financial report that gives a
true and fair view in accordance with Australian Accounting Standards and the Corporations Act 2001
and for such internal control as the directors determine is necessary to enable the preparation of the
financial report that gives a true and fair view and is free from material misstatement, whether due to
fraud or error.
In preparing the financial report, the directors are responsible for assessing the Group’s ability to
continue as a going concern, disclosing, as applicable, matters related to going concern and using the
going concern basis of accounting unless the directors either intend to liquidate the Group or to cease
operations, or have no realistic alternative but to do so.
Auditor’s Responsibilities for the Audit of the Financial Report
Our objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial report as a whole is
free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and to issue an auditor’s report that
includes our opinion. Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance, but is not a guarantee that an
audit conducted in accordance with the Australian Auditing Standards will always detect a material
misstatement when it exists. Misstatements can arise from fraud or error and are considered material
if, individually or in the aggregate, they could reasonably be expected to influence the economic
decisions of users taken on the basis of this financial report.
As part of an audit in accordance with the Australian Auditing Standards, we exercise professional
judgement and maintain professional scepticism throughout the audit. We also:
Identify and assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial report, whether due to
fraud or error, design and perform audit procedures responsive to those risks, and obtain audit
evidence that is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our opinion. The risk of not
detecting a material misstatement resulting from fraud is higher than for one resulting from
error, as fraud may involve collusion, forgery, intentional omissions, misrepresentations, or the
override of internal control.
Obtain an understanding of internal control relevant to the audit in order to design audit
procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an
opinion on the effectiveness of the Group’s internal control.
Evaluate the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of accounting
estimates and related disclosures made by the directors.
Conclude on the appropriateness of the directors’ use of the going concern basis of accounting
and, based on the audit evidence obtained, whether a material uncertainty exists related to events
or conditions that may cast significant doubt on the Group’s ability to continue as a going concern.
If we conclude that a material uncertainty exists, we are required to draw attention in our auditor’s
report to the related disclosures in the financial report or, if such disclosures are inadequate, to
modify our opinion. Our conclusions are based on the audit evidence obtained up to the date of
our auditor’s report. However, future events or conditions may cause the Group to cease to
continue as a going concern.
Evaluate the overall presentation, structure and content of the financial report, including the
disclosures, and whether the financial report represents the underlying transactions and events in
a manner that achieves fair presentation.
Obtain sufficient appropriate audit evidence regarding the financial information of the entities or
business activities within the Group to express an opinion on the financial report. We are
responsible for the direction, supervision and performance of the Group audit. We remain solely
responsible for our audit opinion.
We communicate with the directors regarding, among other matters, the planned scope and timing of
the audit and significant audit findings, including any significant deficiencies in internal control that we
identify during our audit.
We also provide the directors with a statement that we have complied with relevant ethical
requirements regarding independence, and to communicate with them all relationships and other
matters that may reasonably be thought to bear on our independence, and where applicable, related
safeguards.
From the matters communicated with the directors, we determine those matters that were of most
significance in the audit of the financial report of the current period and are therefore the key audit
matters. We describe these matters in our auditor’s report unless law or regulation precludes public
disclosure about the matter or when, in extremely rare circumstances, we determine that a matter
should not be communicated in our report because the adverse consequences of doing so would
reasonably be expected to outweigh the public interest benefits of such communication.
Report on the Remuneration Report
Opinion on the Remuneration Report
We have audited the Remuneration Report included in pages 10 to 19 of the Director’s Report for the
year ended 30 June 2019.
In our opinion, the Remuneration Report of Seafarms Group Limited, for the year ended 30 June 2019,
complies with section 300A of the Corporations Act 2001.
Responsibilities
The directors of the Company are responsible for the preparation and presentation of the
Remuneration Report in accordance with section 300A of the Corporations Act 2001. Our responsibility
is to express an opinion on the Remuneration Report, based on our audit conducted in accordance
with Australian Auditing Standards.
DELOITTE TOUCHE TOHMATSU
Peter Rupp
Partner
Chartered Accountants
Perth, 30 August 2019
The Shareholder information set out below was applicable as at 30 June 2019.
A. Distribution of equity securities
Analysis of numbers of equity security holders by size of holding:
Holding
1 - 1000
1,001 - 5,000
5,001 - 10,000
10,001 - 100,000
100,001 and over
Seafarms Group Limited
Shareholder information
30 June 2019
Ordinary
shares
54,073
1,741,076
5,771,477
89,473,008
1,875,014,335
1,972,053,969
B. Equity security holders
Twenty largest quoted equity security holders
The names of the twenty largest holders of quoted equity securities are listed below:
Name
Nippon Suisan Kaisha Ltd
Gabor Holdings Pty Ltd (The Tricorp A/C)
Avatar Industries Pty Ltd (SRN)
USB Nominees Pty Ltd
JB Were (NZ) Nominees Limited <56871 A/c>
Avatar Industries Pty Ltd
Alocasia Pty Limited
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