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Urban Barns Foods Announces MOU With South Korea LED Manufacturer

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Urban Barns Foods Inc. (URBF.QB) (“Company” or ” Urban Barns “) www.urbanbarnsfoods.com, is an emerging company specializing in “CUBIC FARMING” a revolutionary type of farming that dramatically increases yields of vegetables with radically diminished water consumption when compared to conventional farming.

Vancouver, British Columbia, November 05, 2012 — Urban Barns Foods Inc. (URBF.QB) (“Company” or ” Urban Barns “) www.urbanbarnsfoods.com, is an emerging company specializing in “CUBIC FARMING” a revolutionary type of farming that dramatically increases yields of vegetables with radically diminished water consumption when compared to conventional farming. All produce is locally grown in any geographical location and climate. Urban Barns announced today that it has signed a memorandum of understanding (“MOU”) with Wells Communications Inc. (“Wells”) http://www.wellscom.co.kr. The purpose of the MOU is to develop and expand a framework of cooperation between Urban Barns and Wells to develop mutually beneficial programs, projects and activities using LED light fixtures.

Mr. Dan Meikleham, Chairman of Urban Barns, stated that, ‘Wells is the perfect partner to supply advanced technology systems with emphases on LED lights and lighting heat controls for plant production under controlled environment agriculture (“CEA”) to maximize food production using Urban Barns patent pending Cubic Farming growing methods to enable mass production of locally grown vegetables in urban locations.”

Mr. Dae Woo Kim, CEO Wells Communication Inc., added, “We are very happy to enter into co-operation between Urban Barns and Wells on equal terms for developing and subsequent filing for patent protection on novel and innovative systems from successful R & D arising from our joint industry collaboration on Cubic Farming and LED grow lights.”

Urban Barns plans to install Wells LED lights in the first urban growing facilities of its kind in the world using the revolutionary CUBIC FARMING method for commercial production.

About Wells Communications Inc.
Dr. Dae Woo Kim was educated at the Korea University, has a BS in Chemistry, his career has spanned 31 years in visual and display technologies, including 15 years in LED technology. Currently Dr. Kim is the Chairman, Founder and Chief Engineer at Wells Communications. His accomplishments include the LED screen design and installations: Fremont Street Las Vegas which is the largest in the world, LG Time Square in New York, Chicago O’Hare International Airport to name a few.

About Urban Barns Foods Inc.
Urban Barns uses patent pending proprietary equipment to produce affordable vegetables in a secure and controlled indoor environment. By setting up subsidiary facilities and growing locally, Urban Barns can focus on supplying any community, irrespective of the regional climate, effectively reducing shipping times and related spoilage costs. Urban Barns has the unique ability to scale and cater to the demands of all major communities. Our commitment to our consumers is reflected through our motto, “Purely Fresh, Naturally Tasty, and Completely Healthy.” www.urbanbarnsfoods.com and www.cubicfarming.com are registered trademarks and Cubic Farming and Cubic Agriculture are copyright of Urban Barns Foods Inc. All other company and product names mentioned are used only for identification purposes and may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.

Forward-Looking Statements:
Except for historical information contained herein, the matters set forth above may be forward-looking statements that involve certain risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ from those in the forward-looking statements. Words such as “anticipate”, “believe”, “estimate”, “expect”, “intend” and similar expressions, as they relate to Urban Barns or its management, identify forward-looking statements. Such forward-looking statements are based on the current beliefs of management, as well as assumptions made by and information currently available to management. Actual results could differ materially from those contemplated by the forward-looking statements as a result of certain factors such as the level of business and consumer spending, the amount of sales of Urban Barns ‘ products, the competitive environment within the industry, the ability of Urban Barns to continue to expand its operations, the level of costs incurred in connection with Urban Barns ‘ expansion efforts, economic conditions in the industry and the financial strength of Urban Barns ‘ customers and suppliers. Urban Barns does not undertake any obligation to update such forward-looking statements. Investors are also directed to consider all other risks and uncertainties.

Suzanne Holbrook

Contact:
Urban Barns Foods
7170 Glover Road
Milner, BC, Canada
V0X 1T0
Phone: 403-454-4022
Fax: 604-681-4760
ir@urbanbarnsfoods.com
http://www.urbanbarns.com

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Urban Barns Foods Financing Update

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Urban Barns Foods Inc. (URBF.QB) (“Company” or “Urban Barns “), a leading authority on Cubic Farming, for fresh green leafy vegetables

Vancouver, British Columbia, Oct. 23, 2012 — Urban Barns Foods Inc. (URBF.QB) (“Company” or “Urban Barns “), a leading authority on Cubic Farming, for fresh green leafy vegetables, announced today that we have accepted subscriptions for a total of $260,000 at .01 cent and an additional $50,000 at .025 cents.

The Company is currently in discussions with several institutional and high net worth investors to finance the Company’s first facility for commercial production of locally grown vegetables to be located on the West Island of Montreal. The Company has budgeted $2 Million US for the purchase and construction of some 44 Cubic Farming™ machines. Forty of these machines are for commercial production and four machines are for research and development (R&D) initiatives. The additional R&D machines will compliment the existing five machines in the Langley, British Columbia facility.

It is contemplated that each new R&D machine will be housed in a separate enclosure with appropriate room controls. The Company’s initial objectives for these new research machines will be to reduce the growing cycle from the current 35 days and to increase the types of products the company can grow and offer to its future clients.

It is expected to take between 3 to 4 months to contract and build the machines including various leasehold improvements from the date of the closing of the financing.

Mr. Meikleham, Chairman and CFO, stated, “On behalf of the board I am pleased with the progression of our financing initiatives.”

About Urban Barns Foods Inc.
Urban Barns uses patent pending proprietary equipment to produce affordable vegetables in a secure and controlled indoor environment. By setting up subsidiary facilities and growing locally, Urban Barns can focus on supplying any community, irrespective of the regional climate, effectively reducing shipping times and related spoilage costs. Urban Barns has the unique ability to scale and cater to the demands of all major communities. Our commitment to our consumers is reflected through our motto, “Purely Fresh, Naturally Tasty, and Completely Healthy.” www.urbanbarns.com and www.urbanbarnsfoods.com are registered trademarks and Cubic Farming and Cubic Agriculture are copyright of Urban Barns Foods Inc. All other company and product names mentioned are used only for identification purposes and may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.

Forward-Looking Statements:
Except for historical information contained herein, the matters set forth above may be forward-looking statements that involve certain risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ from those in the forward-looking statements. Words such as “anticipate”, “believe”, “estimate”, “expect”, “intend” and similar expressions, as they relate to Urban Barns or its management, identify forward-looking statements. Such forward-looking statements are based on the current beliefs of management, as well as assumptions made by and information currently available to management. Actual results could differ materially from those contemplated by the forward-looking statements as a result of certain factors such as the level of business and consumer spending, the amount of sales of Urban Barns ‘ products, the competitive environment within the industry, the ability of Urban Barns to continue to expand its operations, the level of costs incurred in connection with Urban Barns ‘ expansion efforts, economic conditions in the industry and the financial strength of Urban Barns ‘ customers and suppliers. Urban Barns does not undertake any obligation to update such forward-looking statements. Investors are also directed to consider all other risks and uncertainties.

Suzanne Holbrook

Contact
Urban Barns Foods
7170 Glover Road
Milner, BC, Canada
V0X 1T0
Phone: 403-454-4022
Fax: 604-681-4760
ir@urbanbarnsfoods.com
http://www.urbanbarns.com

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Urban Barns Foods Begins Hiring Key Operational Team

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Urban Barns Foods Inc. a leading authority on Cubic Farming, for fresh green leafy vegetables, announced today the startup strategy

Vancouver, British Columbia, October 22, 2012 — Urban Barns Foods Inc. (URBF.QB) (“Company” or ” Urban Barns”), a leading authority on Cubic Farming, for fresh green leafy vegetables, announced today the startup strategy to build and operate the first barn situated in the West Island of Montreal, Quebec. Cubic agriculture is a new sustainable agricultural growing practice that can produce commercial volumes in any geographical location and climate.

Mr. Meikleham, Chairman and CFO, stated, “On behalf of the board I am pleased to announce the following key employees and consultants in our wholly owned Canadian subsidiary; Mr. Richard Groome, has been appointed as Canadian President and Strategic Marketing Officer, Mr. Robyn Jackson has been appointed General Manager (Logistics), Mr. Leo Benne, Chief Technology Officer (Agriculture), Mr. Grahame Entwistle, Project Consultant, Agricultural Facilities, Ms. Jo-Ann Gunn, HR & Administration Officer, and Mr. Doug Murray, Investment Relations Consultant.”

Plans are well underway to finance and build the first urban Cubic Agriculture growing facilities of its kind in the world using the revolutionary CUBIC FARMING method and to move into full commercial production starting with Boston Butter lettuce, Basil, Spring Mix and Spinach.

About Urban Barns Foods Inc.
Urban Barns uses patent pending proprietary equipment to produce affordable vegetables in a secure and controlled indoor environment. By setting up subsidiary facilities and growing locally, Urban Barns can focus on supplying any community, irrespective of the regional climate, effectively reducing shipping times and related spoilage costs. Urban Barns has the unique ability to scale and cater to the demands of all major communities. Our commitment to our consumers is reflected through our motto, “Purely Fresh, Naturally Tasty, and Completely Healthy”. www.urbanbarns.com and www.urbanbarnsfoods.com are registered trademarks and Cubic Farming and Cubic Agriculture are copyright of Urban Barns Foods Inc. All other company and product names mentioned are used only for identification purposes and may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.

Forward-Looking Statements:
Except for historical information contained herein, the matters set forth above may be forward-looking statements that involve certain risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ from those in the forward-looking statements. Words such as “anticipate”, “believe”, “estimate”, “expect”, “intend” and similar expressions, as they relate to Urban Barns or its management, identify forward-looking statements. Such forward-looking statements are based on the current beliefs of management, as well as assumptions made by and information currently available to management. Actual results could differ materially from those contemplated by the forward-looking statements as a result of certain factors such as the level of business and consumer spending, the amount of sales of Urban Barns ‘ products, the competitive environment within the industry, the ability of Urban Barns to continue to expand its operations, the level of costs incurred in connection with Urban Barns ‘ expansion efforts, economic conditions in the industry and the financial strength of Urban Barns ‘ customers and suppliers. Urban Barns does not undertake any obligation to update such forward-looking statements. Investors are also directed to consider all other risks and uncertainties.

Suzanne Holbrook

Contact:
Urban Barns Foods
7170 Glover Road
Milner, BC, Canada
V0X 1T0
Phone: 403-454-4022
Fax: 604-681-4760
ir@urbanbarnsfoods.com
http://www.urbanbarns.com

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Urban Barns Foods Announces Capital Raise From Private Placement

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Urban Barns Foods Inc. (URBF.QB) (“Company” or ” Urban Barns”), is an emerging company specializing in “CUBIC FARMING” a revolutionary type of farming that dramatically increases yields of vegetables with radically diminished water consumption

Vancouver, British Columbia, October 22, 2012 — Urban Barns Foods Inc. (URBF.QB) (“Company” or ” Urban Barns”), is an emerging company specializing in “CUBIC FARMING” a revolutionary type of farming that dramatically increases yields of vegetables with radically diminished water consumption when compared to conventional farming. All produce is locally grown in any geographical location and climate. Urban Barns announced today that it has completed a private placement with investors to sell 25,000,000 common Class A Shares for total proceeds of $250,000.00.

Dan Meikleham, Chairman of Urban Barns, stated that, “Since listing the Company almost three years ago all previous capital raises were primarily used for Research and Development and audit reporting.” Meikleham continued, “With the results of a Top 4 Independent public accounting firm’s review of our process, the board has decided to move into full commercial production starting with Boston Butter lettuce, Basel, Spring Mix and Spinach. Plans are well underway to build the first Urban Barn of its kind in the world using the revolutionary CUBIC FARMING method.”

Mr. Richard Groome, Director, added, “In addition to the new capital raised, due to our positive progress, our original seed capital investors have converted their $85,000 debt to 18,826,135 common Class A Shares. After the capital raise and the conversion, the total issued and outstanding shares are now 132,769,782 common Class A Shares.”

The securities issued and sold in the private placement will not be registered under the Securities Act of 1933 as amended (the “Act”), and may not be offered or sold in the United States absent registration, or an applicable exemption from registration, under the Act.

About Urban Barns Foods Inc.
Urban Barns uses patent pending proprietary equipment to produce affordable vegetables in a secure and controlled indoor environment. By setting up subsidiary facilities and growing locally, Urban Barns can focus on supplying any community, irrespective of the regional climate, effectively reducing shipping times and related spoilage costs. Urban Barns has the unique ability to scale and cater to the demands of all major communities. Our commitment to our consumers is reflected through our motto, “Purely Fresh, Naturally Tasty, and Completely Healthy.” www.urbanbarns.com and www.urbanbarnsfoods.com are registered trademarks and Cubic Farming and Cubic Agriculture are copyright of Urban Barns Foods Inc. All other company and product names mentioned are used only for identification purposes and may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.

Forward-Looking Statements
Except for historical information contained herein, the matters set forth above may be forward-looking statements that involve certain risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ from those in the forward-looking statements. Words such as “anticipate”, “believe”, “estimate”, “expect”, “intend” and similar expressions, as they relate to Urban Barns or its management, identify forward-looking statements. Such forward-looking statements are based on the current beliefs of management, as well as assumptions made by and information currently available to management. Actual results could differ materially from those contemplated by the forward-looking statements as a result of certain factors such as the level of business and consumer spending, the amount of sales of Urban Barns ‘ products, the competitive environment within the industry, the ability of Urban Barns to continue to expand its operations, the level of costs incurred in connection with Urban Barns ‘ expansion efforts, economic conditions in the industry and the financial strength of Urban Barns ‘ customers and suppliers. Urban Barns does not undertake any obligation to update such forward-looking statements. Investors are also directed to consider all other risks and uncertainties.

Suzanne Holbrook

Contact
Urban Barns Foods
7170 Glover Road
Milner, BC, Canada
V0X 1T0
Phone: 403-454-4022
Fax: 604-681-4760
ir@urbanbarnsfoods.com
http://www.urbanbarns.com

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Richard Groome Joins Urban Barns Foods as Director

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Urban Barns Foods (URBF.OB), today announced the appointment of Mr. Richard T. Groome to its Board of Directors as well as a Strategic Marketing Officer.

Vancouver, British Columbia, June 27, 2012 — Urban Barns Foods (URBF.OB), today announced the appointment of Mr. Richard T. Groome to its Board of Directors as well as a Strategic Marketing Officer.  Mr. Groome has an extensive and distinguished career in financing small and mid-size emerging growth companies in Canada, which is one of Urban Barns‘ target markets.

Mr. Groome has been in the financial industry for more than 20 years at such firms as Groome Capital, Marleau Lemire Securities, Sprott Securities and Levesque Beaubien Geoffrion. Mr. Groome was a director of the CDNX Exchange, the predecessor of the TSX Venture exchange for several years and currently sits on the boards of directors of several private and public companies. Mr. Groome has actively managed or participated in over 400 financings representing some $4 billion of small cap financings. Mr. Groome is very active in numerous philanthropic projects most notably underprivileged children in Montreal and Peru, and the World Wildlife Fund. He has a BA in Economics from McGill University.

“Mr. Groome is a perfect fit to add to our executive team. His knowledge of, and extensive experience in Canada, one of our target markets is essential for our assertive expansion strategy,” said Dan Meikleham, Chairman. “Jack Benne, Vancouver, Robyn Jackson, Calgary, Cesar A. Montilla, Jr., Puerto Rico, and Talal Thabet, Dubai joins me in welcoming Mr. Groome whose skill set is an asset to Urban Barns. This positions the company to expand quickly, smoothly and intelligently in three of our target markets.”

In response to his appointment, Mr. Groome commented, “This is a wonderful opportunity for me to join the Urban Barns Board and their executive team with a focus to supply locally grown vegetables in USA, Canada and the Middle East.”

Suzanne Holbrook

Contact:
Urban Barns Foods, Inc.
7170 Glover Road
Milner, BC, Canada
V0X 1T0
Phone: 403-454-4022
Fax: 604-681-4760
Email: ir@urbanbarnsfoods.com
http://www.urbanbarns.com

About Urban Barns Foods Inc.
Urban Barns uses patent pending proprietary equipment to produce affordable vegetables in a secure and controlled indoor environment. By setting up subsidiary facilities and growing locally, Urban Barns can focus on supplying any community, irrespective of the regional climate, effectively reducing shipping times and related spoilage costs. Urban Barns has the unique ability to scale and cater to the demands of all major communities. Our commitment to our consumers is reflected through our motto, “Purely Fresh, Naturally Tasty, and Completely Healthy”. Urban Barns and Urbanbarnsfoods.com and Cubic Farming are registered trademarks and the copyright of Urban Barns Foods Inc. All other company and product names mentioned are used only for identification purposes and may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.

Forward-Looking Statements:

Except for historical information contained herein, the matters set forth above may be forward-looking statements that involve certain risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ from those in the forward-looking statements. Words such as “anticipate”, “believe”, “estimate”, “expect”, “intend” and similar expressions, as they relate to Urban Barns or its management, identify forward-looking statements. Such forward-looking statements are based on the current beliefs of management, as well as assumptions made by and information currently available to management. Actual results could differ materially from those contemplated by the forward-looking statements as a result of certain factors such as the level of business and consumer spending, the amount of sales of Urban Barns ‘ products, the competitive environment within the industry, the ability of Urban Barns to continue to expand its operations, the level of costs incurred in connection with Urban Barns ‘ expansion efforts, economic conditions in the industry and the financial strength of Urban Barns ‘ customers and suppliers. Urban Barns does not undertake any obligation to update such forward-looking statements. Investors are also directed to consider all other risks and uncertainties.

SOURCE Urban Barns Foods, Inc.

Contact:
Urban Barns Foods, Inc.
7170 Glover Road
Milner, BC V0X 1T0
Canada
403-454-4022
ir@urbanbarnsfoods.com
http://www.urbanbarns.com

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Urban Barns Foods, Inc. Expands Market Awareness Program

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Urban Barns will be showcased at this year’s Orlando World Money Show, February 9-12, and as a featured advertiser in StockVest Quarterly.

Vancouver, British Columbia, February 10, 2012 – Urban Barns Foods, Inc. (OTCQB: URBF.OB) a company that uses their patent pending proprietary Cubic FarmingTM equipment to produce affordable vegetables in a secure and controlled indoor environment, announced that it has commenced expanding its market awareness program by partnering with StockVest, a company dedicated to showcasing emerging growth investment opportunities. As part of this initiative, Urban Barns will be showcased at this year’s Orlando World Money Show, February 9-12, and as a featured advertiser in StockVest Quarterly.

For over 30 years now, the show has been produced annually in Las Vegas, San Francisco, Orlando, Chicago, Toronto, Vancouver, London and Hong Kong. Each venue focuses on a special category of investment opportunity. The Money Show has spearheaded the field of investment trade shows with its unique concept: inviting highly qualified individual investors, expert speakers, select exhibitors, and top investment media partners to gather together in a live forum where their interaction creates a dynamic marketplace.

Dan Meikleham, Chairman of Urban Barns, said, “This is a very exciting time for Urban Barns and we are glad to be the pioneer showcasing Cubic FarmingTM, our leading-edge agricultural technology, with plans  to enhance and revolutionize modern day agriculture by leaps and bounds.” Attendees from around the globe will be presented with a wealth of Urban Barns information and a good understanding of the future direction and planned growth of the Company.

In addition to featuring Urban Barns at the Orlando World Money Show, StockVest will disseminate on premier Internet destinations for investors seeking information on emerging growth stocks, and circulate Urban Barns’ press releases to a much wider audience within the investment community. This will attain maximum market awareness in efforts to increase trading volume and broaden shareholder bases.

Additional information regarding Urban Barns Foods can also be found online at http://www.urbanbarns.com.

Suzanne Holbrook

For additional information, please contact:
Mr. Dan Meikleham
Chairman
Urban Barns Foods, Inc.
7170 Glover Road
Milner, BC V0X 1T0
403-454-4022
ir@urbanbarnsfoods.com
http://www.urbanbarns.com