Company News
How You Can Make a More Sustainable Home Through Composting
Matt Wood, founder and CEO of SCD Probioticvs, discusses the benefits of composting in making a green home.
SCD Affiliate Company’s Probiotic Biochemicals are Reducing Leather Industry’s Chemical Use.
Proviera’s groundbreaking biotechnology was featured in a recent International Leather Maker (ILM) webinar on bio-based chemicals for the leather industry. The overall chemical industry currently emits 7% of global greenhouse gases (GHG)—and is currently on track to continue to rise. Proviera’s renewable, probiotic biochemicals are at the forefront of enabling the leather industry to not only “decarbonize” by replacing some of the synthetic chemicals currently used, but also significantly reduce the amount of wastewater produced.
Probiotic Holdings Announces $9 Million USD in Financing Year to Date - June 17, 2019
Probiotic Holdings, LLC and its subsidiaries Proviera Biotech, LLC and SCD Probiotics announced closing an additional $6 million investment bringing the total to $9.3 million USD since January 2019. The funds will be used to support and expand Probiotic Holdings’ 44,000-square-foot fermentation manufacturing and research and development laboratories; strengthen its technology platform; and enable the continued global commercialization of its organic, bio-based biochemicals and microbial products.
Probiotic Holdings, LLC and its subsidiaries Proviera Biotech, LLC and SCD Probiotics announced closing an additional $6 million investment bringing the total to $9.3 million USD since January 2019. The funds will be used to support and expand Probiotic Holdings’ 44,000-square-foot fermentation manufacturing and research and development laboratories; strengthen its technology platform; and enable the continued global commercialization of its organic, bio-based biochemicals and microbial products.
SCD strives to engage in our community through charitable giving to local organizations. This year we were a 'seed sower' sponsor for Powell Gardens, a 970-acre botanical garden that features 6,000 species of plants and 225,000 plants in seasonal displays. Congrats Powell Gardens on your 30th birthday! - October 12, 2018
Congratulations to our technology partner, Proklean Technologies Pvt Ltd.! - October 3, 2018
We are hitting the road this fall, attending farm shows and showcasing new products. - September 21, 2018
Dr. Nihan Duygu of SCD Probiotics presented two papers at an international veterinary conference in Belgrade - September 14, 2018
Probiotics for sustainable leather - May 2017
Google Finance: Rallis India Limited - May 10, 2017
SCD joins with Rallis for Indian probiotics - May 10, 2017
SCD Probiotics and Rallis India Limited, a Subsidiary Company of TATA Chemicals Limited, Sign Agreement for Animal Health Market in India - May 10, 2017
KC company lands contract with India's largest conglomerate - April 27, 2017
Stahl hosts calf skin transparency and traceability event
SCD Essential Probiotics is a featured products in the Bi-Monthly newsletter for importers of U.S Foods - U.S. Food Link, April/May 2016.
Proviera Biotech, LLC and Stahl Announce Strategic Alliance - March 2, 2016
SCD Probiotics & Matthew Wood spotlighted in Frost & Sullivan article
Your Solution for Probiotics Industry News - November 2015
SCD Probiotics® Announces Controlling Share in Probiotics Polska
SCD Probiotics®, a global leader in probiotic technologies designed to enhance human, animal, and environmental health, has acquired a controlling share in Probiotics Polska Sp. z o.o. Probiotics Polska Sp. z o.o. is SCD Probiotics' partner and is a top-performing company that has exemplified exceptional skill and passion for developing an environmentally friendly probiotic market in Poland and other European countries.
SCD Probiotics®, a global leader in probiotic technologies designed to enhance human, animal, and environmental health, has acquired a controlling share in Probiotics Polska Sp. z o.o. Probiotics Polska Sp. z o.o. is SCD Probiotics' partner and is a top-performing company that has exemplified exceptional skill and passion for developing an environmentally friendly probiotic market in Poland and other European countries.
SCD Probiotics® Licensee Proklean Technologies Pvt. Ltd. Wins 2015 Parivartan Sustainability Leadership Award
It is with great pleasure to announce that SCD Probiotics® licensee Proklean Technologies Pvt. Ltd. was awarded a 2015 Parivartan Sustainability Leadership Award. The award was issued from the Sustainability Outlook organization, a leading market access platform in the sustainability industry that spearheaded this initiative to spotlight industry leaders. Of 600 nominees, Proklean Technologies Pvt. Ltd. was one of twelve organizations that received the award.
It is with great pleasure to announce that SCD Probiotics® licensee Proklean Technologies Pvt. Ltd. was awarded a 2015 Parivartan Sustainability Leadership Award. The award was issued from the Sustainability Outlook organization, a leading market access platform in the sustainability industry that spearheaded this initiative to spotlight industry leaders. Of 600 nominees, Proklean Technologies Pvt. Ltd. was one of twelve organizations that received the award.
SCD Probiotics Buys Controlling Interest in Polish Company - October 2015
Written by Thinking Bigger Business Staff
Written by Thinking Bigger Business Staff
The potential of probiotics to promote greater livestock health - July 2015
Unlike antibiotics – which kill bacteria – probiotics are live cultures of beneficial microorganisms
By Michael Flood
Unlike antibiotics – which kill bacteria – probiotics are live cultures of beneficial microorganisms
By Michael Flood
In April of 2015, SCD Probiotics® had the pleasure of attending the first-ever Ingenuity Central as both an exhibitor and honoree. Dr. Narin Tipsrisukond, Vice President of Technology,accepted the award on behalf of the company.
SCD Probiotics was one of twenty-two area companies recognized for efforts in creating innovative technology
SCD Probiotics was one of twenty-two area companies recognized for efforts in creating innovative technology
K-State Olathe Selects 22 Companies for New Ingenuity Awards - April 2015
by James Hart
by James Hart
K-State's Innovation Campus event aims to showcase region's ingenuity - April 2015
by Leslie Collins
by Leslie Collins
Twenty-two area companies to be honored for innovation - April 2015
By STEVE ROSEN
By STEVE ROSEN
Spotlight on Missouri Exporter SCD Probiotics - March 2015
By Missouri Economic Development
By Missouri Economic Development
Make a Peachy Probiotic Smoothie with SCD Essential Probiotics - March 2015
By Margaux J Rathbun, B.S., N.T.P
By Margaux J Rathbun, B.S., N.T.P
Thad Simons Named to Proviera Biotech Board of Directors - December 29, 2014
HEMP Mentor Maxims: The Four Bases of Small Business - November 2014
Think Bigger Sept 2014- Solving a Growing Problem
The World is KC’s Oyster - July 2014
Save the Date! Come to the 4th International Congress of SCD Probiotics Group in Poland
The two day of presentations will be followed by two days of touring, idea sharing and site visits.
We look forward to seeing you in Poland for the 4th International Congress of SCD Probiotics Group!
The two day of presentations will be followed by two days of touring, idea sharing and site visits.
We look forward to seeing you in Poland for the 4th International Congress of SCD Probiotics Group!
Give your smoothie a probiotic twist! - May 12, 2014
SCD Probiotics continues to expand KC operations, April 21, 2014
Success Story: SCD Probiotics — Kansas City, April 9, 2014
Probiotics keep kids healthy - March, 2014
By Drs. Kay Judge and Maxine Barish-Wreden
By Drs. Kay Judge and Maxine Barish-Wreden
Earth-Friendly Leather Forestry professor helps reduce environmental impact - December 30, 2013
We have completed a testing of our Equine Plus and SCD Bio Livestock® products for banned substances - November 5, 2013
Want to learn more about microbes?
October 2013
October 2013
SCD Probiotics Completes Toxicity Testing on SCD Mother Culture™ , September 11, 2013
SCD Probiotics conducted toxicity testing with a 3rd party laboratory using OECD methods. SCD Probio Balance Plus was found to be not toxic in 13 separate tests of lab animals. These results are similar for other SCD Probiotic Products and not limited to ProBio Balance Plus.
OECD methods are based on European rule, but the US FDA has been working with OECD for years to harmonize the methods in order to simplify requirements to the manufacturer. These methods are recognized in the US as well as the EU
SCD Probiotics conducted toxicity testing with a 3rd party laboratory using OECD methods. SCD Probio Balance Plus was found to be not toxic in 13 separate tests of lab animals. These results are similar for other SCD Probiotic Products and not limited to ProBio Balance Plus.
OECD methods are based on European rule, but the US FDA has been working with OECD for years to harmonize the methods in order to simplify requirements to the manufacturer. These methods are recognized in the US as well as the EU
Gov. Nixon honors Missouri businesses, education and economic development leaders at 2013 Governor’s Conference on Economic Development September 2013
September 2013: Matthew Wood and SCD Probiotics received the 2013 Governor's Exporter of the Year Award Winner from Jay Nixon, Governor of State of Missouri at the annual Governor's Economic Development Conference in Kansas City.
The selection is an acknowledgement of the success that SCD has had in attracting more business opportunities, creating more quality, high-paying jobs and improving the overall quality of life for fellow Missourians.
The selection is an acknowledgement of the success that SCD has had in attracting more business opportunities, creating more quality, high-paying jobs and improving the overall quality of life for fellow Missourians.
Matt Wood, CEO of SCD Probiotics, gives tips on how to produce nutrient rich compost and compost tea for your garden right in the comforts of your kitchen! Watch video in the player above for his demonstration on how-to use the All Season Indoor Composter.
SCD Probiotics featured in the Kansas City Business Journal: Five Companies in the “Corridor”: Innovative products and technology foster growth in the Animal Health Corridor - May 2013
Kansas City Business Journal : "Embracing Growth in the Animal Health Corridor" - May 2013.
Krista Klaus Power Lunch Byte with Matthew Wood, CEO of SCD Probiotics
Krista Klaus Power Lunch Byte with Matthew Wood, CEO of SCD Probiotics
Savvy Saving Couple: Bokashi Composting with the SCD Probiotics All Seasons Indoor Composter Kit - April 15, 2013
City start-up replaces toxins with microbes
Deccan Chronicle, in Chennai, April 2013 .
Deccan Chronicle, in Chennai, April 2013 .
Gov. Nixon dedicates new facility for SCD Probiotics - December 18, 2012
The Kansas City Star: KC biotechnology company to dedicate $1.4 million downtown expansion - Dec. 13, 2012
The KMBZ Business Channel, Kansas City Power Lunch
Radio interview by Krista Klaus with Matthew Wood, CEO of SCD Probiotics - December 10, 2012
Radio interview by Krista Klaus with Matthew Wood, CEO of SCD Probiotics - December 10, 2012
Kansas City Business Journal: SCD Probiotics will open renovated manufacturing plant - December 5, 2012
SCD Probiotics is hosting an international contingency of licensees, distributors, and representatives for an informative conference on probiotics, their application, and adoption in various countries around the world. The 3-day conference will provide training, introduction of new products and collaboration between attendees.
The event will be highlighted by a ribbon cutting ceremony inaugurating the expansion and renovation of SCD Probiotics’ manufacturing facility in downtown Kansas City. This event will be attended by the mayor of Kansas City, Sly James and the governor of Missouri, Jay Nixon. The ribbon cutting will take place on Friday, 14th of December, 2012 at 2:00 p.m at our Manufacturing Facility at 1327 E. 9th Street Kansas City, MO 64106 and our open house will take place at our corporate offices at 1627 Main Street, Suite 700 Kansas City, MO 64108 and will go from 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Both events are open to the public.
The event will be highlighted by a ribbon cutting ceremony inaugurating the expansion and renovation of SCD Probiotics’ manufacturing facility in downtown Kansas City. This event will be attended by the mayor of Kansas City, Sly James and the governor of Missouri, Jay Nixon. The ribbon cutting will take place on Friday, 14th of December, 2012 at 2:00 p.m at our Manufacturing Facility at 1327 E. 9th Street Kansas City, MO 64106 and our open house will take place at our corporate offices at 1627 Main Street, Suite 700 Kansas City, MO 64108 and will go from 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Both events are open to the public.
SCD Tannery Products Achieve REACH Certification - October 2012
SCD ProDegreaze has achieved REACH certification for usage in the European Union!
REACH certification is an EU regulation that requires all chemicals and products sold in the EU to comply with strict restricted substances limits. The EU began enforcing REACH requirements in 2007 with the main objective of assessing hazards and risks of substances, and to identify and implement the risk management measures to protect humans and the environment.
SCD ProDegreaze has achieved REACH certification for usage in the European Union!
REACH certification is an EU regulation that requires all chemicals and products sold in the EU to comply with strict restricted substances limits. The EU began enforcing REACH requirements in 2007 with the main objective of assessing hazards and risks of substances, and to identify and implement the risk management measures to protect humans and the environment.
Our international partner Proklean India achieves great success in the Hospitality industry with its probiotic cleaning products. The products are in use in many hotels in Chennai including the Taj Coromandel, Vintana, Park Sheraton Chennai, My Fortune Chennai, Hilton Chennai and The Park and in Bangalore at The Leela and The Taj West End - August 2012
NyTimes: July 2012 Our modern, industrialized, germ-phobic approach to food has resulted in a surge of allergic and autoimmune disorders.
Jeff D. Leach is founder of the Human Food Project, taking a closer look at the anthropology of microbes and ancestral health.
Jeff D. Leach is founder of the Human Food Project, taking a closer look at the anthropology of microbes and ancestral health.
Bonnie Bassler on how bacteria "talk" - June 2012
SCD Probiotics Hosts International Probiotics Conference in Warsaw, Poland 2011
Researchers: Probiotics Play a Crucial Role in Your Health - April 2012
Matt Wood Puts the 'Pro' in 'Probiotics' - September 2011
Check out this video on using Okonet’s products. These products are made using SCD Probiotics Technology! - June 2011
Missouri - Department of Economic Development
Innovative Kansas City company focuses on improving lives through health and sustainability - February 25, 2011
Innovative Kansas City company focuses on improving lives through health and sustainability - February 25, 2011
Matthew Wood named KC Business 2011 "Rising Star" - February 2011
Kansas City Public Media: SCD Probiotics Plans to Expand - February 9, 2011
Earth Probiotics visit with Matthew Wood - January 2011.
100 Things That Are Getting Better - February 1, 2010
SCD Probiotics composting kit makes the list!
#36 - Composting
Thanks to apartment-friendly composting bins (like the Happy Farmer Kitchen Composter Kit --- now called ALL SEASONS INDOOR COMPOSTER™ kit) last night's dinner can easily be turned into something good for Mother Earth.
SCD Probiotics composting kit makes the list!
#36 - Composting
Thanks to apartment-friendly composting bins (like the Happy Farmer Kitchen Composter Kit --- now called ALL SEASONS INDOOR COMPOSTER™ kit) last night's dinner can easily be turned into something good for Mother Earth.
The interview was December 1, 2010
Radio Green Talk
Featured Guest, Matthew Wood, CEO, SCD Probiotics
WSMN 15:90 am, Nashua, New Hampshire
Radio Green Talk
Featured Guest, Matthew Wood, CEO, SCD Probiotics
WSMN 15:90 am, Nashua, New Hampshire
"Organic Growth: SCD Probiotics finds new uses for helpful bacteria."
Kansas City Business Journal, August 13, 2010
Kansas City Business Journal, August 13, 2010
Meat & Poultry Magazine features SCD Probiotics' odor, pathogen control in livestock facilities July 9, 2010
An Alternative to Industrial Farming - May 9, 2010
SCD Probiotics Receives 25 Under 25® Award - February 2010
All Seasons Indoor Composting Kit (formerly called Happy Farmer Composting Kit) featured in Wall Street Journal
Quick and Not So Dirty: No-Sweat Composters
October 14, 2009
Quick and Not So Dirty: No-Sweat Composters
October 14, 2009
SCD Probiotics founder, Matthew Wood, speaks about the principals of effective microorganisms applied science in Warsaw, Poland. July 2009
SCD's TEchnology Used to Combat Hurricane Katrina Mold , May 2009
SCD uso en casas, May 2007
Sierra Club’s tips to live “green” include SCD’s Kitchen Composter!
The Washington Post touts SCD’s Odor Away™!
Readers of Tree Hugger and other environmentally conscious web sites recommend SCD products! - June 2005