| Date | Title | | | 11/19/09 | Central Garden & Pet Announces Fourth Quarter & Fiscal 2009 Results|
Strengthened Financial Position Foundation in Place for Next Phase of
Growth
WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 19, 2009--
Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT)(NASDAQ:CENTA) today announced
fourth quarter and full year results for its fiscal year ended September
26, 2009.
“During fiscal 2009, we began to show improved performance from the
implementation of our financial and operational priorities,” noted
W... |
|  | | 11/16/09 | Central Garden & Pet to Announce Fourth Quarter & Fiscal 2009 Results| WALNUT CREEK, Calif., Nov 16, 2009 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT)(NASDAQ:CENTA) will announce
results for its fiscal year end and fourth quarter ended September 26,
2009, on Thursday, November 19, 2009 after the close of trading.
Central will host a webcast/dial-in conference call shortly following
the earnings release on Thursday, November 19, 2009, at 4:30 p.m.,
Eastern Standard Time (1:30 p.m. Pacific Standard Time) to discuss th... |
| | | 10/05/09 | Central Garden & Pet to Present at the William Blair 2009 Emerging Growth Stock Conference in New York| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 5, 2009--
Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT)(NASDAQ: CENTA) announced
today that management will meet with investors at the William Blair 2009
Emerging Growth Stock Conference in New York, NY. A copy of our handout
can be found on our website, www.central.com
in our investor section on the morning of Tuesday, October 6, 2009. The
webcast will be streamed live on October 6, 2009 at 8:00 AM Eastern
... |
| | | 09/29/09 | Central Garden & Pet to Present at the 2009 Deutsche Bank Leveraged Finance Conference| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sep. 29, 2009--
Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT)(NASDAQ: CENTA) announced
today that management will meet with investors at the 2009 Deutsche Bank
Leveraged Finance Conference in Scottsdale Arizona. A copy of our
handout can be found on our website, www.central.com
in our investor section on the morning of Wednesday, September 30, 2009.
Central Garden & Pet Company is a leading innovator, mark... |
| | | 09/08/09 | Central Garden & Pet Appoints Vice President - Human Resources| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sep. 8, 2009--
Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT)(NASDAQ: CENTA) today
announced the appointment of Sherry Perley to the position of Vice
President – Human Resources reporting to William E. Brown, Central’s
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer.
“I am very pleased that Sherry is joining Central,” commented Mr. Brown.
“Sherry brings to the Company extensive global business experience with
l... |
| | | 09/01/09 | Central Garden & Pet Appoints Chief Financial Officer| WALNUT CREEK, Calif., Sep 01, 2009 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT)(NASDAQ: CENTA) today
announced the appointment of Jeffrey A. Blade as Chief Financial Officer
reporting to William E. Brown, Central's Chairman and Chief Executive
Officer.
"Jeff is an important strategic addition to Central's management team,"
noted Mr. Brown. "Jeff's strong financial and operational experience
will be instrumental as we seek to drive furthe... |
| | | 09/01/09 | Central Garden & Pet Files New Universal Shelf Registration Statement| WALNUT CREEK, Calif., Sep 01, 2009 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT)(NASDAQ: CENTA), today
announced that it is has filed a new universal shelf registration
statement on Form S-3 with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).
This shelf registration statement supersedes the prior registration
statement which expired in November, 2008.
The shelf registration statement permits Central Garden & Pet, from time
to time, to sell... |
| | | 08/05/09 | Central Garden & Pet Announces Fiscal 2009 Third Quarter Results| Gross Margin Improvement, Expense Control and Working Capital Management Continue To Drive Improved Results
WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 5, 2009--
Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT)(NASDAQ: CENTA) today
announced results for its third quarter ended June 27, 2009.
The Company reported net sales of $482 million in the quarter, a decline
of two percent compared to $493 million in the comparable fiscal 2008
period. The Company r... |
| | | 08/03/09 | Central Garden & Pet to Announce Fiscal Third Quarter 2009 Results| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 3, 2009--
Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) (NASDAQ:CENTA) will announce
results for its fiscal third quarter ended June 27, 2009, on Wednesday,
August 5, 2009 after the close of trading.
Central will host a webcast/dial-in conference call shortly following
the earnings release on Wednesday, August 5, 2009, at 4:30 p.m., Eastern
Standard Time (1:30 p.m. Pacific Standard Time) to discuss the... |
| | | 07/10/09 | Central Garden & Pet to Present at the Oppenheimer 9th Annual Consumer Conference on July 14, 2009| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul. 10, 2009--
Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) (NASDAQ:CENTA) announced
today that management will meet with investors at the Oppenheimer 9th
Annual Consumer Conference in Boston on July 14th and 15th.
A copy of our handout can be found on our website, www.central.com
in our investor section on the morning of Tuesday, July 14, 2009. The
webcast will be streamed live on July 15, 2009 at 9:30 AM Easter... |
| | | 06/05/09 | Central Garden & Pet to Present at the Piper Jaffray 29th Annual Consumer Conference on June 9, 2009| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jun. 5, 2009--
Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) (NASDAQ:CENTA) announced
today that management will meet with investors at the Piper Jaffray 29th
Annual Consumer Conference in New York on June 9, 2009. A copy of our
handout can be found on our website, www.central.com
in our investor section on the morning of Tuesday, June 9, 2009. The
webcast will be streamed live from http://phx.corporate-ir.net/phoe... |
| | | 05/06/09 | Central Garden & Pet Announces Fiscal 2009 Second Quarter Results| Expense Control, Working Capital Management and Improving Gross Margins Drive Results
WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May. 6, 2009--
Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) (NASDAQ:CENTA) today
announced results for its second quarter ended March 28, 2009.
The Company reported net sales of $476 million in the quarter, a decline
of two percent compared to $485 million in the comparable fiscal 2008
period. The Company reported operating i... |
| | | 05/04/09 | Central Garden & Pet to Announce Fiscal Second Quarter 2009 Results| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May. 4, 2009--
Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) (NASDAQ:CENTA) will announce
results for its fiscal second quarter ended March 28, 2009, on
Wednesday, May 6, 2009 after the close of trading.
Central will host a webcast/dial-in conference call shortly following
the earnings release on Wednesday, May 6, 2009, at 4:30 p.m., Eastern
Standard Time (1:30 p.m. Pacific Standard Time) to discuss the sec... |
| | | 04/01/09 | Central Garden & Pet Announces Executive Transition| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Apr. 1, 2009--
Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT)(NASDAQ:CENTA) today announced
that Stuart W. Booth, Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer
and Secretary, will be transitioning into a new role within the Company
upon the successful completion of a search for a successor and that
individual’s transition into the CFO position. In his new capacity, Mr.
Booth will be a consultant to the... |
| | | 02/04/09 | Central Garden & Pet Announces Fiscal 2009 First Quarter Results| Improved Expense Control and Working Capital Management Off-Set Sales and Gross Margin DeclineWALNUT CREEK, Calif., Feb 04, 2009 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT)(NASDAQ:CENTA) today announced
results for its first quarter ended December 27, 2008.
"In a challenging environment, we made progress managing working capital
and controlling costs," noted William Brown, Chairman and Chief
Executive Officer of Central Garden & Pet Company. "In the qua... |
| | | 01/30/09 | Central Garden & Pet to Announce First Quarter of Fiscal 2009 Results| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--
Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) (NASDAQ:CENTA) will announce
results for its first quarter ended December 27, 2008, on Wednesday,
February 4, 2009 after the close of trading.
Central will host a webcast/dial-in conference call shortly following
the earnings release on Wednesday, February 4, 2009, at 4:30 p.m.,
Eastern (1:30 p.m. Pacific) to discuss the first quarter 2009 results.
To li... |
| | | 01/16/09 | Central Garden & Pet Announces Executive Appointments| James V. Heim, President of Business Development
Glen Fleischer, President of Pet Products Division
WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 16, 2009--Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) (NASDAQ:CENTA) today
announced the appointment of James V. Heim as President of Business
Development and Glen Fleischer as President of the Pet Products Division.
"We believe these appointments will strengthen Central to take full
advantage of the unique opport... |
| | | 11/25/08 | Central Garden & Pet Announces Fourth Quarter & Fiscal 2008 Results | | | 11/25/08 | Central Garden & Pet Reschedules Fourth Quarter & Fiscal 2008 Results to November 26, 2008| WALNUT CREEK, Calif., Nov 25, 2008 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT)(NASDAQ:CENTA) has announced
today that it has rescheduled its fourth quarter and fiscal 2008
earnings conference call until Wednesday, November 26, 2008.
The Company determined that it requires additional time to finalize a
possible adjustment to the state tax provision related to its $400
million goodwill impairment charge taken in the first quarter of fiscal
... |
| | | 11/21/08 | Central Garden & Pet to Announce Fiscal Year End and Fourth Quarter 2008 Results and Host Investor Conference Call| WALNUT CREEK, Calif., Nov 21, 2008 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT)(NASDAQ:CENTA) will announce
results for its fourth quarter and fiscal year ended September 27, 2008,
on Tuesday, November 25, 2008 after the close of trading.
Central will host a webcast/dial-in conference call shortly following
the earnings release on Tuesday, November 25, 2008, at 4:30 p.m.,
Eastern (1:30 p.m. Pacific) to discuss the fourth quarter 2008 results.
... |
| | | 09/09/08 | Central Garden & Pet Files Form 10-Q| No Changes Required to Financial Statements
WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sept. 9, 2008--Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT)(NASDAQ:CENTA) today filed its Form
10-Q for the fiscal third quarter ended June 28, 2008.
The Audit Committee completed its previously announced review of
issues raised in an employee letter and determined that no changes are
required to the Company's financial statements. Furthermore, as a
result of the filing of the Form 10-Q, the Compa... |
| | | 08/19/08 | Central Garden & Pet Company Receives Nasdaq Determination Letter| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 19, 2008--Central
Garden and Pet Company (Nasdaq:CENT)(Nasdaq:CENTA) (the "Company")
today announced that it received a Nasdaq Staff Determination letter
on August 13, 2008.
The Company has delayed the filing of its Form 10-Q for the
quarter ended June 28, 2008 ("Quarterly Report") while its Audit
Committee completes a review of issues raised in a letter from a
Company employee. The Company expects to file the Quarterly Report as
soon a... |
| | | 08/08/08 | Central Garden & Pet Update Announcement| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 8, 2008--Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT)(NASDAQ:CENTA) today announced an
update regarding the filing of its Form 10-Q for the fiscal third
quarter ended June 28, 2008.
The Company plans to file its Quarterly Report as soon as
practicable, but it does not expect to file before the fifth calendar
day following its original due date. The Audit Committee's review is
primarily related to whether a loss reserve should have been
es... |
| | | 08/06/08 | Central Garden & Pet Announces Preliminary Fiscal 2008 Third Quarter Results| WALNUT CREEK, Calif., Aug 06, 2008 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT)(NASDAQ:CENTA) today
announced preliminary results for its fiscal third quarter ended June
28, 2008 and a delay in the filing of its Form 10-Q.
The Company reported net sales of $493 million in the quarter, an
increase of six percent compared to $467 million in the comparable
fiscal 2007 period. Income from operations was $33.9 million, a
decline of nine percent compared to $37.2 million in the ... |
| | | 08/04/08 | Central Garden & Pet to Announce Third Quarter 2008 Results| WALNUT CREEK, Calif., Aug 04, 2008 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT)(NASDAQ:CENTA) will
announce results for its fiscal third quarter ended June 28, 2008, on
Wednesday, August 6, 2008 after the close of trading.
Central will host a webcast/dial-in conference call shortly
following the earnings release on Wednesday, August 6, 2008, at 4:30
p.m., Eastern (1:30 p.m. Pacific) to discuss the third quarter 2008
results.
To listen to the call by telephone, please di... |
| | | 06/10/08 | Central Garden & Pet to Present at the Piper Jaffray 28th Annual Consumer Conference on June 11, 2008| WALNUT CREEK, Calif., Jun 10, 2008 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT)(NASDAQ:CENTA) announced
today that management will meet with investors at the Piper Jaffray
28th Annual Consumer Conference in New York on June 11, 2008. A copy
of our handout can be found on our website, www.central.com in our
investor section on the morning of Wednesday, June 11, 2008. The
webcast will be streamed live from
http://www.piperjaffray.com/conferences.
On the Company's May 7th co... |
| | | 06/02/08 | 4th Grade Student Names New Species of Gecko| Name Designed To Act As Reminder: Take Care Of Our Planet
FRANKLIN, Wis.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--June 2, 2008--After its discovery
by Dr. Aaron Bauer on the South Pacific island of New Caledonia, a new
gecko species remained nameless, until now. New Jersey fourth grader,
Gemma Farquhar has given the once nameless species of gecko an
identity. As the grand prize winner of the nationwide contest, Project
Gecko presented by Zilla, Farquhar's name Bavayia periclitata will be
given to the ne... |
| | | 05/07/08 | Central Garden & Pet Announces Fiscal 2008 Second Quarter Results| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 7, 2008--Central Garden
& Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT)(NASDAQ:CENTA) today announced results for
its fiscal second quarter ended March 29, 2008.
The Company reported net sales of $485 million in the quarter,
relatively unchanged compared to $486 million in the comparable fiscal
2007 period. Income from operations was $44.7 million, a decline of
three percent compared to $46.2 million in the year ago 2007 period.
Net income for the quarter wa... |
| | | 05/02/08 | Central Garden & Pet to Announce Second Quarter 2008 Results| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 2, 2008--Central Garden
& Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT)(NASDAQ:CENTA) will announce results for
its fiscal second quarter ended March 29, 2008, on Wednesday, May 7,
2008 after the close of trading.
Central will host a webcast/dial-in conference call shortly
following the earnings release on Wednesday, May 7, 2008, at 4:30
p.m., Eastern Standard Time (1:30 p.m. Pacific Standard Time) to
discuss the first quarter 2008 results.
To listen to... |
| | | 04/11/08 | Central Garden & Pet to Present at the SunTrust Robinson Humphrey Institutional Conference on April 15-16, 2008| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 11, 2008--Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) (NASDAQ:CENTA) announced today that
management will meet with investors at the SunTrust Robinson Humphrey
Institutional Conference in Atlanta on April 15, 2008. A copy of our
handout can be found on our website, www.central.com in our investor
section on the morning of Tuesday, April 15, 2008.
Central Garden & Pet Company is a leading innovator, marketer and
producer of quality brande... |
| | | 02/07/08 | Central Garden & Pet Announces Fiscal 2008 First Quarter Results| Strengthens Financial Position and Takes Goodwill Impairment
Charge
WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 7, 2008--Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT)(NASDAQ:CENTA) today announced
results for its first quarter ended December 29, 2007.
The Company reported net sales of $314 million in the quarter, a
decrease of 1% from $317 million in the comparable fiscal 2007 period.
The adjusted net loss for the quarter, excluding goodwill and othe... |
| | | 02/05/08 | Central Garden & Pet To Announce First Quarter 2008 Results| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 5, 2008--Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT)(NASDAQ:CENTA) will announce results
for its fiscal first quarter ended December 29, 2007, on Thursday,
February 7 2008 after the close of trading.
Central will host a webcast/dial-in conference call shortly
following the earnings release on Thursday, February 7, 2008, at 4:30
p.m., Eastern Standard Time (1:30 p.m. Pacific Standard Time) to
discuss the first quarter 2008 results.
To... |
| | | 11/27/07 | Central Garden & Pet Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year Results for Fiscal 2007| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 27, 2007--Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT)(NASDAQ:CENTA) today announced
fourth quarter and full year results for its fiscal year ended
September 29, 2007.
For the fourth quarter of fiscal 2007, the Company reported net
sales of $401 million, a decline of $20 million or 5% from $421
million in the comparable 2006 period. Income from operations for the
quarter decreased 53% to $10.1 million from $21.4 million in the year
ago pe... |
| | | 11/23/07 | Central Garden & Pet to Announce Fiscal Year End and Fourth Quarter 2007 Results and Host Investor Conference Call| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 23, 2007--Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT)(NASDAQ:CENTA) will announce results
for its fiscal year end and fourth quarter ended September 29, 2007,
on Tuesday, November 27, 2007 after the close of trading.
Central will host a webcast/dial-in conference call shortly
following the earnings release on Tuesday, November 27, 2007, at 4:30
p.m., Eastern Standard Time (1:30 p.m. Pacific Standard Time) to
discuss the year end and fourt... |
| | | 11/01/07 | Central Garden & Pet Company Announces Executive Promotion| Michael Reed to be Responsible for Garden Group Operations
WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 1, 2007--Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT)(NASDAQ:CENTA) today announced that
Michael Reed will assume leadership responsibility of Central's Garden
Group replacing Brad Johnson, who is resigning for personal and family
reasons. Mr. Reed, who has been with the company since 2000, will
report to Central's Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, William E.
Brown.
In his... |
| | | 10/22/07 | Central Garden & Pet Names Chairman William E. Brown as CEO| President and CEO Glenn Novotny Resigns
WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 22, 2007--Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) ("Central") today announced that
Chairman William E. Brown has been appointed by the Board to the
additional post of Chief Executive Officer following the resignation
of Chief Executive Officer Glenn Novotny. Mr. Novotny will continue
with the Company in an advisory role.
William E. Brown said, "The entire Board of Directors and I truly
appr... |
| | | 09/28/07 | Central Garden & Pet Sponsors New Race Series| Breeders Choice to Sponsor ``XTERRA K9 Challenge'' Featuring Dogs
and their Human Counterparts in Unique Team Race Format at Five Events
in 2008
WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sept. 28, 2007--Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT)(NASDAQ:CENTA) today announced that
its ultra premium dog food and treat brand, Breeder's Choice will be
the lead sponsor of a brand new competitive race series featuring
teams comprised of dogs and their owners... |
| | | 09/26/07 | Zilla(TM) Unveils Project Gecko| Students Have Opportunity to Name a New Species of Gecko
FRANKLIN, Wis.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sept. 26, 2007--Fluffy, Spot,
Buddy...those may have been good names for your pet growing up but
Project Gecko is looking for more than that. Project Gecko is offering
fourth, fifth and sixth graders nationally the chance to name a new
species of gecko - a once in a lifetime opportunity.
Project Gecko Presented By Zilla, a Central Garden & Pet(R)
(NASDAQ:CENT) company and manufacturer of ... |
| | | 09/17/07 | Central Garden & Pet Company Postpones Public Offering and Sale to Chairman and Withdraws Preliminary Fourth Quarter 2007 Guidance| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sept. 17, 2007--Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) (NASDAQ:CENTA) today announced that
it is postponing its planned Class A common stock public offering and
concurrent private placement to its Chairman.
Separately, the Company said that the trends that had contributed
to softness in its garden and pet businesses earlier in the year had
not abated through August and early September. Accordingly, the
Company has determined to withdraw i... |
| | | 09/10/07 | Central Garden & Pet Company Announces Proposed Public Offering of Class A Common Stock and Preliminary Fourth Quarter 2007 Guidance| Chairman William Brown to Purchase 500,000 Shares
WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sept. 10, 2007--Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT)(NASDAQ:CENTA) today announced that
it will offer 10,000,000 shares of Class A common stock to the public.
A maximum of 1,500,000 additional shares may be sold by the Company
pursuant to an over-allotment option granted to the underwriters.
Concurrent with this offering, Central's Chairman and founder, William
Brown, intends to purchase... |
| | | 08/16/07 | Central Garden & Pet Files New Universal Shelf Registration Statement| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 16, 2007--Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT)(NASDAQ:CENTA) today announced that
it is has filed a new universal shelf registration statement on Form
S-3 with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). This shelf
registration statement supersedes the registration statement filed on
January 13, 2005.
"The original shelf filing was a strategic decision to position
the company for internal growth and acquisition initiatives,"
com... |
| | | 08/08/07 | Central Garden & Pet Announces Fiscal Third Quarter Results| Reports Third Quarter Sales of $467 Million and Earnings Per Fully
Diluted Share of 22 Cents
WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 8, 2007--Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) (NASDAQ: CENTA) today announced
results for its third quarter ended June 30, 2007.
The Company reported net sales of $467 million, a decrease of
eight percent from $507 million in the comparable fiscal 2006 period.
Income from operations for the quarter was $37.2 million ... |
| | | 08/02/07 | Central Garden & Pet to Announce Third Quarter Fiscal 2007 Results and Host Investor Conference Call| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 2, 2007--Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT)(NASDAQ:CENTA) will announce results
for its fiscal third quarter ended June 30, 2007, on Wednesday, August
8, after the close of trading.
Central will host a dial-in conference call shortly following the
earnings release on Wednesday, August 8, 2007, at 4:30 p.m., New York
time (1:30 p.m. San Francisco time) to discuss the third quarter 2007
results. Individuals may access the call by d... |
| | | 07/06/07 | Central Garden & Pet to Present at the CIBC World Markets 7th Annual Consumer Growth Conference on July 10, 2007| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 6, 2007--Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT)(NASDAQ:CENTA) announced today that
management will present to investors at the CIBC World Markets 7th
Annual Consumer Growth Conference in Boston on July 10, 2007. A
webcast of the presentation can be accessed live through the Internet
at 10:20 A.M. Pacific Time and by archive through October 10, 2007 via
the following links:
http://www.veracast.com/webcasts/cibcwm/consumer07/96108333.c... |
| | | 06/06/07 | Central Garden & Pet Announcement|
Cautions On Third Quarter and Fiscal Year Outlook
Presenting at Piper Jaffray Consumer Conference
WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--June 6, 2007--Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT/CENTA) announced today that it
expects results for its fiscal third quarter ending June 30, 2007, and
for the full fiscal year, to be lower than the current range of
analyst estimates as reported on First Call.
"Based on preliminary end-of-the-month reporting ... |
| | | 05/07/07 | Central Garden & Pet Announces Fiscal Second Quarter Results|
Reports Second Quarter Sales Increase of 21% to $486 Million and
Earnings Per Fully Diluted Share of 30 Cents
Higher Grain Costs Continue to Negatively Impact Operating
Earnings
Organic Sales Increased 11%
Reiterates Fiscal 2007 Financial Outlook of $0.83 to $0.88 Per
Share
WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 7, 2007--Central Garden
& Pet ... |
| | | 05/01/07 | Central Garden & Pet to Announce Second Quarter Fiscal 2007 Results and Host Investor Conference Call| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 1, 2007--Central Garden
& Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT)(NASDAQ:CENTA) will announce results for
its fiscal second quarter ended March 31, 2007, on Monday, May 7,
after the close of trading.
Central will host a dial-in conference call shortly following the
earnings release on Monday, May 7, 2007, at 4:30 p.m., New York time
(1:30 p.m. San Francisco time) to discuss the second quarter 2007
results. Individuals may access the call by dialing 1-8... |
| | | 04/06/07 | Central Garden & Pet to Present at the SunTrust Robinson Humphrey Institutional Conference on April 10, 2007| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 6, 2007--Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) (NASDAQ:CENTA) announced today that
management will present to investors at the SunTrust Robinson Humphrey
Institutional Conference in Atlanta on April 10, 2007. A webcast of
the presentation can be accessed live through the Internet at 10:05
A.M. Pacific Time and by archive through July 10, 2007 via the
following links:
http://www.wsw.com/webcast/strh18/cent/
Central Garden & Pet... |
| | | 03/28/07 | Central Garden & Pet Company Acquires ASP Research|
Deepens Proprietary Grass Seed Portfolio
Strengthens Leading Research & Technology Capabilities for Future
Seed Development
WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 28, 2007--Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) today announced that is has
acquired DLF Trifolium Oregon (dba "ASP Research") for approximately
$3 million.
ASP Research is a leading developer and breeder of turf grass for
both consumer and professional use. ASP Re... |
| | | 03/09/07 | Central Garden & Pet to Present at Bank of America 2007 Consumer Conference on March 13, 2007| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 9, 2007--Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT)(NASDAQ:CENTA) announced today that
management will present to investors at the Bank of America 2007
Consumer Conference in New York on March 13, 2007. A webcast of the
presentation can be accessed live through the Internet at 11:30 A.M.
Pacific Time and by archive through March 30, 2007 via the following
links:
http://www.veracast.com/webcasts/bas/consumer07/id62104299.cfm.
Centra... |
| | | 03/02/07 | Central Garden & Pet Company Wins Nine ''New Product Awards'' at the 2007 Global Pet Expo|
Including Five 'Best in Show' Awards for Central Pet Brands; Bird
& Small Animal, Aquatics and Book Publishing Units Recognized for
Innovation
WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 2, 2007--Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT/CENT.A) today announced that it won
nine out of a possible 33 new product awards, including five Best In
Show awards at the 2007 Global Pet Expo in Orlando, Florida, presented
jointly by the American Pet... |
| | | 02/07/07 | Central Garden & Pet Announces First Quarter Results and Revises Fiscal 2007 Guidance| Reports First Quarter Sales Increase of 8% to $317 Million and
Loss of 12 Cents Per Share; 4 Cents Per Share After Adjusting for the
Stock Dividend Lowers Fiscal 2007 Sales and EPS Outlook
WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 7, 2007--Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) today announced results for its
first quarter ended December 30, 2006.
The Company reported net sales of $317 million, an increase of 8%
from $293 million in the comparable fiscal 2006 period. In... |
| | | 01/22/07 | Central Garden & Pet Company Revises Outlook for Fiscal First Quarter 2007| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 22, 2007--Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) today announced preliminary results
for its fiscal first quarter ended December 30, 2006 of a net loss of
12 to 14 cents per fully diluted share on sales of approximately $320
million. This compares to the previous guidance of approximately
breakeven for the quarter.
"The reasons for the earnings outlook revision for the quarter
were a late quarter shift in seasonal purchases by lawn a... |
| | | 01/04/07 | Central Garden & Pet to Present at Cowen and Company 5th Annual Consumer Conference on January 9, 2007| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 4, 2007--Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) announced today that management
will present to investors at the Cowen and Company 5th Annual Consumer
Conference in New York on January 9, 2007. A webcast of the
presentation can be accessed live through the Internet at 6:30 A.M.
Pacific Time and by archive through March 9, 2007 via the following
link: http://www.corporate-ir.net/ireye/
conflobby.zhtml?ticker=CENT&item_id=1450139 (... |
| | | 01/03/07 | Central Garden & Pet Company Announces Stock Dividend|
Will Issue Two Shares of Recently Approved Class A Common for Each
Outstanding Share of Common Stock and Class B Common Stock
Provides Increased Flexibility to Pursue Growth Opportunities
WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 3, 2007--Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) announced today that its board of
directors declared a special dividend in the form of two shares of the
company's Class A Common Stock for each outstanding share of the
compa... |
| | | 12/07/06 | Central Garden & Pet Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year Results for Fiscal 2006; Initiates Fiscal 2007 Guidance|
30% Sales Growth for the Fourth Quarter; 17% Sales Growth for
Fiscal 2006
68% Increase in Operating Earnings for the Quarter and 37% for
Fiscal 2006
Strong Branded Products Performance Driven by Organic Growth and
Contribution from Acquisitions
10% Sales Growth and 20% Operating Earnings Growth Forecast for
Fiscal 2007
WALNUT CREEK, C... |
| | | 11/28/06 | Central Garden & Pet to Announce Fiscal Fourth Quarter and 2006 Results| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 28, 2006--Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) will announce its fourth quarter
and full-year results for its fiscal year ended September 30, 2006, on
Thursday, December 7, after the close of trading.
Central will host a dial-in conference call shortly following the
earnings release on Thursday, December 7, 2006, at 4:30 p.m. New York
time (1:30 p.m. San Francisco time) to discuss the fourth quarter 2006
results. Individuals may ac... |
| | | 11/13/06 | Central Garden & Pet Division Named Lowe's 'Supplier of the Year'|
Pennington Seed Recognized for Innovative Product, Outstanding
Service, and Partnering
Business Editors/Home & Garden Writers
WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 13, 2006--Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) announced today that Lowe's
Companies, Inc. recently named Pennington Seed "Supplier of the Year"
for the Lawn and Landscaping Category. This marks the third time that
Pennington has received this prestigious award over... |
| | | 11/10/06 | Central Garden & Pet to Present at JP Morgan Small/Mid Cap Conference on November 14, 2006| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 10, 2006--Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) announced today that management
will present to investors at the JP Morgan Small/Mid Cap Conference in
Boston on November 14, 2006. A webcast of the presentation can be
accessed live through the Internet at 11:05 A.M. Pacific Time and by
archive through February 13, 2007 via the following links:
https://events.jpmorgan.com/
http://www.mapdigital.com/jpmorgan/smallcapboston06/
... |
| | | 10/20/06 | Central Garden & Pet Recognized Domestically and Internationally for New Product Innovation and Customer Service|
Oceanic wins "Retailer Select Award" at H.H. Backer Tradeshow
All-Glass Aquarium and Kaytee win Pet Business Magazine's
"Industry Recognition Awards"
Central Pet Distribution wins Pet Business Magazine's "Distributor
of the Year Award"
Business Editors
WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 20, 2006--Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) announced today that it won a
series of new product and service... |
| | | 10/11/06 | Central Garden & Pet to Sponsor 5th Annual 'My Dog Loves Central Park Country Fair'|
Promotional Samples Provided by TFH/Nylabone, Four Paws and
Breeder's Choice; Grass Seed Supplied by Pennington Seed
Business Editors
WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 11, 2006--Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) announced today it has renewed its
sponsorship as a major partner of this year's 'My Dog Loves Central
Park Country Fair' on Saturday, October 14th, 2006.
Organized by the Central Park Conservancy and Central Park Paws,
the 5th an... |
| | | 10/03/06 | Central Garden & Pet Announces Marketing Partnership with Nascar Legend Richard Petty| Business Editors/Retail Writers
WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 3, 2006--Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) today announced that it has entered
into a marketing alliance with Petty Marketing Company, LLC; the
marketing arm of Petty Enterprises and racing legend Richard Petty.
International Motorsports Hall of Famer, "The King" Richard Petty
will initially serve as the spokesman for three of Central's leading
lawn & garden brands: AMDRO Fire Ant Bait, Rebel ... |
| | | 09/28/06 | Central Garden & Pet Stockholders Approve Amendment to Certificate of Incorporation| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sept. 28, 2006--Central
Garden & Pet Company (Nasdaq:CENT) announced today that its
stockholders have approved an amendment to Central's Certificate of
Incorporation to authorize the issuance, from time to time, of up to
100 million shares of non-voting Class A Common Stock.
Central Garden & Pet Company is a leading innovator, marketer and
producer of quality branded products for the pet and lawn and garden
supplies markets. Our pet products ... |
| | | 09/14/06 | Central Garden & Pet to Present at Bank of America 36th Annual Investment Conference on September 18, 2006| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sept. 14, 2006--Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) announced today that Management
will present to investors at the Bank of America 36th Annual
Investment Conference in San Francisco on September 18, 2006. A
webcast of the presentation can be accessed live at 2:00 P.M. Pacific
Time and by archive through October 6, 2006, via the following URL
link:
Central Garden & Pet Company Formal Presentation/Q&A:
http://www.veracast.com/webcasts... |
| | | 08/23/06 | Central Garden & Pet Appoints Wes Davidson Vice President of Corporate Development| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 23, 2006--Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) today announced the appointment of
Wes Davidson to the position of Vice President of Corporate
Development reporting to Glenn Novotny, Central's President and Chief
Executive Officer.
Mr. Davidson will be responsible for merger and acquisition
activity companywide. He brings to Central an excellent background in
corporate development and strong experience in leading activities
necessa... |
| | | 08/02/06 | Central Garden & Pet Announces Third Quarter Results for Fiscal 2006| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 2, 2006--Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT):
-- Sales Increased 23%; Income from Operations Increased 57%
-- Earnings per Fully Diluted Share Increased to $1.28 versus
$1.03
-- Earnings per Fully Diluted Share was $1.05 Excluding the Net
Pre-Tax Gain of $9.0 million from Litigation Settlement
-- Strong Garden Segment Performance, Branded Products and
Acquisitions Continue to Drive ... |
| | | 07/28/06 | Central Garden & Pet to Announce Third Quarter Fiscal 2006 Results and Host Investor Conference Call| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 28, 2006--Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) will announce results for its
fiscal third quarter ended June 24, 2006, on Wednesday, August 2,
after the close of trading.
Central will host a dial-in conference call following the earnings
release on Wednesday, August 2, 2006, at 4:30 p.m. New York time (1:30
p.m. San Francisco time) to discuss the third quarter 2006 results.
Individuals may access the call by dialing 1-888-396-2356 ... |
| | | 07/13/06 | Central Garden & Pet Expands Major League Baseball Partnerships; New and Renewed Sponsorship Agreements with Major League Baseball's New York Mets, Atlanta Braves, Seattle Mariners, Oakland Athletics and the Texas Rangers| WALNUT CREEK, Calif., Jul 13, 2006 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) today
announced new partnerships with Major League Baseball's New York Mets,
Atlanta Braves and the Seattle Mariners, and renewed agreements with
the Texas Rangers and the Oakland Athletics. Together, the teams and
Central's leading brands of garden and pet supplies will roll out a
series of special events that are bound to be enjoyed by baseball
fans, families, and their pets throughout the se... |
| | | 07/07/06 | Central Garden & Pet to Present at CIBC World Markets 6th Annual Consumer Growth Conference on July 11, 2006| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 7, 2006--Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) announced today that Management
will present to investors at the CIBC World Markets 6th Annual
Consumer Growth Conference in Boston on July 11, 2006. A webcast of
the presentation can be accessed live at 3:30 P.M. Eastern Time and by
archive through October 12, 2006, via the following URL link:
Central Garden & Pet Company Formal Presentation/Q&A:
http://www.veracast.com/webcasts/cibcwm... |
| | | 06/26/06 | Central Garden & Pet to Present at William Blair & Company 26th Annual Growth Stock Conference on June 29, 2006| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--June 26, 2006--Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) announced today that Management
will present to investors at the William Blair & Company 26th Annual
Growth Stock Conference in Chicago on June 29, 2006. A webcast of the
presentation can be accessed live at 2:30 P.M. Eastern Time and by
archive through September 28, 2006, via the following URL link:
Central Garden & Pet Company Formal Presentation/Q&A:
http://www.wsw.com/webcast/blair... |
| | | 06/22/06 | Central Garden & Pet Settles Litigation; Receives $26 Million Cash Payment| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--June 22, 2006--Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) today announced that the litigation
between Central and Herbert and Evelyn Axelrod has been settled. Under
the settlement, Central received a cash payment from the Axelrods of
$26 million.
In September 2005, a jury found for Central on its claim against
the Axelrods for collection of a promissory note that the Axelrods
signed in 1997 and for breach of warranty and fraud.
The Compa... |
| | | 06/02/06 | Central Garden & Pet to Present at the 26th Annual Piper Jaffray Consumer Conference on June 7, 2006| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--June 2, 2006--Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) announced today that Management
will present to investors at the 26th Annual Piper Jaffray Consumer
Conference in New York on June 7, 2006. A webcast of the presentation
can be accessed live at 8:30 A.M. Eastern Time and by archive through
July 6, 2006, via the following URL link:
Central Garden & Pet Company Formal Presentation/Q&A:
http://www.corporate-ir.net/ireye/confLobby.zhtml... |
| | | 05/03/06 | Central Garden & Pet Announces Record Second Quarter Results for Fiscal 2006| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 3, 2006--Central Garden
& Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT):
-- Sales Increased 6%; Income from Operations Increased 15%
-- Branded Products, Profit Acceleration Program and Acquisitions
Drive Growth
-- Reiterates Fiscal 2006 EPS Guidance of $2.80 to $2.90 per
Fully Diluted Share
Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) today announced second
quarter results for its fiscal year ending September 30... |
| | | 04/28/06 | Central Garden & Pet to Announce Second Quarter Fiscal 2006 Results and Host Investor Conference Call| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 28, 2006--Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) will announce results for its
fiscal second quarter ended March 25, 2006, on Wednesday, May 3, after
the close of trading.
Central will host a dial-in conference call following the earnings
release on Wednesday, May 3, 2006, at 4:30 p.m. New York time (1:30
p.m. San Francisco time) to discuss the second quarter 2006 results.
Individuals may access the call by dialing 1-800-322-5044 an... |
| | | 04/24/06 | Central Garden & Pet Acquires Ironite Products Brand; Leading Brand of Natural Soil Supplements Expands Portfolio of Highly Efficacious Branded Products Consistent With Previously Outlined Acquisition Strategy| WALNUT CREEK, Calif., Apr 24, 2006 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) today
announced that it acquired the rights to the Ironite(R) Products brand
of natural soil supplements and intellectual property for
approximately $6 million.
Ironite, a registered trademark since 1956, is a leading producer
of environmentally-friendly soil supplements that promote healthy
plant color and deeper root structures.
"Ironite is a leading, well-respected brand in natural gard... |
| | | 04/07/06 | Central Garden & Pet to Present at SunTrust 35th Annual Institutional Conference on April 11, 2006| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 7, 2006--Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) announced today that Management
will present to investors at the SunTrust 35th Annual Institutional
Conference on April 11, 2006. A webcast of the presentation can be
accessed live at 11:05 A.M. Eastern Time and by archive through July
10, 2006, via the following URL link:
Central Garden & Pet Company Formal Presentation/Q&A:
http://wsw.com/webcast/strh16/cent/
Central Garden & Pe... |
| | | 03/30/06 | Breeder's Choice Active Care Goes On-Duty for K-9 Dogs; Premium Pet Food for Joint Health Takes Aim with New Law Enforcement Food; K-9 Bullet Proof Vest Protection Campaign at Point-of-Purchase| IRWINDALE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 30, 2006--Breeder's
Choice Pet Foods Inc., is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Central Garden
& Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT). While overall health is important to all
animals, law enforcement dogs face special challenges in maintaining
the prime condition of their joints. To take stress off their joints,
Breeder's Choice Active Care brand is launching a program designed to
provide premium food with distinct health benefits to community
service dogs, ... |
| | | 03/28/06 | Central Garden & Pet Recognized as Industry Leader in New Product Innovation; Wins a Record 14 ''New Product Awards'' at the 2006 Global Pet Expo; Wins 7 ''Best In Show Awards''; Bird & Small Animal Strategic Business Unit Wins 7 Awards| WALNUT CREEK, Calif., Mar 28, 2006 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) today
announced that it won a record 14 out of a possible 33 new product
awards, including seven Best In Show awards at the 2006 Global Pet
Expo in San Diego, California, presented jointly by the American Pet
Products Manufacturers Association (APPMA) and the Pet Industry
Distributors Association (PIDA).
"This is an outstanding accomplishment for the entire Central
Garden & Pet team," commen... |
| | | 03/21/06 | Central Garden & Pet's Leading Brands in Pet Publishing and Animal Nutrition Forge Alliances with Discovery Licensing; Two Partnership Agreements Inked| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 21, 2006--Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) today announced that two of its
industry-leading subsidiaries -- T.F.H. Publications, Inc., and Kaytee
-- have entered into strategic product partnership agreements with
Discovery Licensing to create Animal Planet-branded products. Animal
Planet is the only television network dedicated exclusively to the
connection between humans and animals.
T.F.H. Publications, Inc., a pioneer and t... |
| | | 03/13/06 | Central Garden & Pet Purchases Majority Equity Interest in Tech Pac, L.L.C.| WALNUT CREEK, Calif., Mar 13, 2006 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) announced
today that it increased its equity interest in Tech Pac, L.L.C. from
20% to 80%.
Tech Pac is a leading supplier of insect control branded products
in the lawn and garden market place. Tech Pac's leading brands include
Sevin(R), a broad-based insecticide, Over'nOut!(R) for fire ant
control and RooTone a leading root stimulant for the gardening
enthusiast.
"Our increased investmen... |
| | | 03/10/06 | Central Garden & Pet to Present at Bank of America 2006 Consumer Conference on March 14, 2006| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 10, 2006--Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) announced today that Management
will present to investors at the Bank of America 2006 Consumer
Conference in New York on March 14, 2006. A webcast of the
presentation can be accessed live at 8:50 A.M. Eastern Time and by
archive through March 31, via the following URL link:
Central Garden & Pet Company Formal Presentation/Q&A:
http://www.veracast.com/webcasts/bas/consumer06/id3110... |
| | | 03/09/06 | T.F.H. Publications Cited for Publishing Excellence by Two Leading Industry Groups; Tropical Fish Hobbyist Magazine Named Best-of-the-Show for Outstanding Cover Design, From Trade Industry Leader NewsStand Resource|
NEPTUNE CITY, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 9, 2006--
The Goldsteins' Wellness & Longevity Program and
Quick and Easy Crate Training Honored by
Prestigious Dog Writers Association of America
T.F.H. Publications, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT), and a pioneer and leader in pet
publishing for more than 50 years, has recently been honored for
publishing excellence from two leading national ... |
| | | 03/07/06 | Central Garden & Pet to Present at JMP Securities 5th Annual Research Conference on March 8, 2006| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 7, 2006--Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) announced today that Management
will present to investors at the JMP Securities 5th Annual Research
Conference in San Francisco on March 8, 2006. A webcast of the
presentation can be accessed live at 7:30 A.M. Pacific Standard Time
and by archive through June 5, 2006, via the following URL link:
Central Garden & Pet Company Formal Presentation/Q&A:
http://www.wsw.com/webcast/jmp2/cent/... |
| | | 03/02/06 | Central Garden & Pet Company Follow-On Offering of Common Stock| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 2, 2006--Central
Garden & Pet Company (Nasdaq:CENT) today announced that it has agreed
to sell approximately 1,975,000 shares of its common stock, subject to
customary closing conditions. All of the shares are being sold by the
Company. Banc of America Securities LLC will act as the sole
underwriter for the offering.
Copies of the prospectus supplement relating to this offering,
when available, may be obtained from Banc of America Secur... |
| | | 02/28/06 | Central Garden & Pet Completes Acquisition of Farnam Companies, Inc.| WALNUT CREEK, Calif., Feb 28, 2006 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) today
announced that it has completed the previously announced acquisition
of Farnam Companies, Inc for approximately $287 million, plus $4
million for the purchase of related real property.
Based in Phoenix, Arizona, Farnam is a leading manufacturer and
marketer of innovative health care products primarily for horses,
household pets and livestock sold through over-the-counter and
veterinary... |
| | | 02/23/06 | Central Garden & Pet Agrees to Acquire Breeder's Choice Pet Foods Inc.; Leading Brands in Premium Food Category for Dogs and Cats Complements Animal Health & Nutrition Strategy| WALNUT CREEK, Calif., Feb 23, 2006 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) today
announced that it has agreed to acquire the assets of Breeder's Choice
Pet Foods Inc., for approximately $25 million.
Family owned since 1947 and based in Irwindale, California,
Breeder's Choice is a leading branded marketer and manufacturer of
premium all natural, healthy dog and cat food sold exclusively in the
pet specialty channel under the brands AvoDerm(R), Pinnacle(R), Active
Ca... |
| | | 02/17/06 | Central Garden & Pet to Present at Wachovia Securities Consumer Growth Conference on February 22, 2006| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 17, 2006--Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) announced today that Paul Warburg,
Central's Vice President Investor Relations, will present to investors
at the Wachovia Securities Consumer Growth Conference in Florida on
February 22, 2006. A webcast of the presentation can be accessed live
at 5:40 A.M. Pacific Standard Time and by archive through May 22,
2006, via the following URL link:
Central Garden & Pet Company Formal Presenta... |
| | | 02/14/06 | Central Garden & Pet to Present at JP Morgan Small Cap Conference on February 16, 2006| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 14, 2006--Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) announced today that Stuart Booth,
Central's Chief Financial Officer, will present to investors at the JP
Morgan Small Cap Conference in Philadelphia on February 16, 2006. A
webcast of the presentation can be accessed live at 10:15 a.m. Pacific
Standard Time and by archive through May 15, 2006, via the following
URL link:
Central Garden & Pet Company Formal Presentation/Q&A:
http://eq... |
| | | 02/01/06 | Central Garden & Pet Announces First Quarter Earnings for Fiscal 2006; Sales Increased 10%; Organic Sales Increased 5%|
WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 1, 2006--
Earnings Per Share of 12 Cents Including Restructuring
and Equity Compensation Costs of 7 Cents Re-Affirms
Fiscal 2006 Guidance
Central Garden & Pet Company (Nasdaq:CENT) today announced results
for its fiscal first quarter ended December 24, 2005.
Net sales for the fiscal first quarter were $293 million, an
increase of 10% from $266 million in the first quarter of fis... |
| | | 01/25/06 | Central Garden & Pet to Announce First Quarter Fiscal 2006 Results and Host Investor Conference Call| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 25, 2006--Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) will announce results for its
fiscal first quarter ended December 24, 2005, on Wednesday, February
1, after the close of trading.
Central will host a dial-in conference call following the earnings
release on Wednesday, February 1, 2006, at 4:30 p.m. New York time
(1:30 p.m. San Francisco time) to discuss the first quarter 2006
results. Individuals may access the call by dialing 1-866-5... |
| | | 01/19/06 | Central Garden & Pet Agrees to Acquire Farnam Companies, Inc.| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 19, 2006--Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT):
-- Leading Branded Product Supplier in Equine Care Marketplace
-- Forms Animal Health Strategic Business Unit
-- Strengthens Animal Health Product Portfolio and Development
Capabilities
Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) today announced that it
has agreed to acquire the stock of Farnam Companies, Inc., for
approximately $287 million, plus $... |
| | | 12/21/05 | Central Garden & Pet Strengthens New Product Pipeline; Acquires Exclusive Marketing Rights to Etofenprox Deepens Active Ingredient Portfolio| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec. 21, 2005--Central
Garden & Pet Company (Nasdaq:CENT) today announced that it has
acquired certain intellectual property assets from Shirlo, Inc.
including the company's exclusive marketing rights to etofenprox, a
leading edge technology insect adulticide approved for on-animal use,
for approximately $10 million.
"This acquisition is an important step in our strategy to develop
new, high-margin products for both professional and consumer ... |
| | | 12/07/05 | Central Garden & Pet Announces Full Year and Fourth Quarter Results for Fiscal 2005; 30% Net Income Growth for the Full Year; 26% Increase in EPS for the Full Year; Announces $100 Million Share Repurchase Program| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec. 7, 2005--Central
Garden & Pet Company (Nasdaq:CENT) today announced fourth quarter and
full year results for its fiscal year ended September 24, 2005 and a
$100 million share repurchase program.
Net sales for fiscal 2005 were $1.4 billion, an increase of 9%
from $1.3 billion in fiscal 2004. Net income for the year increased
30% to $53.8 million from $41.3 million in the prior year. Diluted
earnings per share increased 26% to $2.50 from $... |
| | | 12/02/05 | Central Garden & Pet to Announce Fiscal Fourth Quarter and 2005 Results| WALNUT CREEK, Calif., Dec 02, 2005 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Central Garden & Pet Company (Nasdaq:CENT) will announce
its fiscal fourth quarter and 2005 results ended September 24, 2005 on
Wednesday, December 7, after the close of trading.
Central will host a dial-in conference call shortly following the
earnings release on Wednesday, December 7, 2005, at 4:30 p.m., New
York time (1:30 p.m. San Francisco time) to discuss the fourth quarter
2005 results. Individuals may access the call by dialin... |
| | | 11/25/05 | Central Garden & Pet to Present at CIBC World Markets 'Best Ideas' Small & Mid Cap Conference on November 29, 2005| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 25, 2005--Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) announced today that Glenn Novotny,
Central's Chief Executive Officer, will present to investors at the
CIBC World Markets 'Best Ideas' Small & Mid Cap Conference in New York
on November 29, 2005. A webcast of the presentation can be accessed
live at 8:45 A.M. Eastern Standard Time and by archive through
February 28, 2006, via the following URL link:
Central Garden & Pet Company Formal... |
| | | 11/17/05 | Central Garden & Pet Wins ''Editors' Choice'' Award from Pet Product News; Super Pet ''Critter Trail Off To School'' Wins Pet Product News Editors' Choice Award; Central Continues Emphasis on New Product Innovation| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 17, 2005--Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) today announced that its leading
small animal/specialty pet supplies brand "Super Pet" won the Editors'
Choice award from Pet Product News for its "Critter Trail Off To
School" -- A unique multipurpose accessory that can be used as a home,
cage add-on, or a carrier for hamsters, gerbils, or pet mice.
"We are very pleased to win this award from Pet Product News,"
commented Jim Heim, Pre... |
| | | 11/11/05 | Central Garden & Pet Kicks off Football Season with New Partnerships; Promoting Responsible Pet Ownership and Community Fun Through the Passion of Football| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 11, 2005--Central
Garden & Pet Company (Nasdaq:CENT) today announced new marketing
partnerships with the Seattle Seahawks, Houston Texans, New York Jets,
Green Bay Packers and the University of California Golden Bears. These
football alliances are the latest chapter of an overall consumer
marketing and brand building initiative for the Company. Central
activated similar sponsorships with Major League Baseball's Oakland
Athletics, Texas R... |
| | | 11/10/05 | Central Garden & Pet to Present at the Noble Financial Small Cap Conference on November 11, 2005| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 10, 2005--Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) announced today that Glenn Novotny,
Central's Chief Executive Officer, will present to investors at the
Noble Financial Small Cap Conference in Hollywood, Florida, on
November 11, 2005.
Central Garden & Pet Company is a leading innovator, marketer and
producer of quality branded products for the pet and lawn and garden
supplies markets. Our pet products include pet bird and small anima... |
| | | 11/08/05 | Central Garden & Pet Announces Preliminary Fiscal 2005 Results and 2006 Guidance; Accelerates Achieving a 10% Operating Income Margin Goal to 2008; Implementing $7 million Operating Profit Acceleration Program| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 8, 2005--Central
Garden & Pet Company (Nasdaq:CENT) today announced its guidance for
the fiscal year ending September 30, 2006.
Net sales for fiscal year 2006 are projected to be between $1.45
billion and $1.47 billion, an increase of approximately 5-6% when
compared with fiscal year 2005. Operating income is expected to be
between $120 million and $123 million. Net income is expected to be
between $65 million and $67 million, an increas... |
| | | 11/03/05 | Central Garden & Pet to Host Fiscal Year 2006 Guidance Conference Call| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 3, 2005--Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) will host a conference call at 4:30
p.m. Eastern Time on Tuesday, November 8, 2005.
Individuals can access the call by dialing 1-866-700-0161 and
passcode 96625232. Those individuals calling from outside the United
States should dial 617-213-8832 and passcode 96625232.
Central Garden & Pet's conference call will be simultaneously
broadcast over the Internet through Central's website... |
| | | 10/17/05 | Central Garden & Pet Appoints Brad Johnson President -- Garden Group| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 17, 2005--Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) today announced the appointment of
Brad Johnson to the position of President -- Garden Group reporting to
Glenn Novotny, Central's President and Chief Executive Officer.
"Brad is an important, strategic addition to Central's management
team," noted Mr. Novotny. "Brad's extensive experience in consumer
products brand building and operations management will be critical as
we continue to ... |
| | | 09/21/05 | Central Garden & Pet ''Top Dog'' at 4th Annual My Dog Loves Central Park Country Fair; 3000+ Dogs and Their Families to Celebrate All Things Canine at New York's Central Park on October 1| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sept. 21, 2005--Central
Garden & Pet Company (Nasdaq:CENT), a leading innovator, marketer and
producer of quality branded products for the pet and garden supply
markets has signed on as the "Top Dog" sponsor of this year's My Dog
Loves Central Park Country Fair on Saturday, October 1st. The deal is
the latest as part of an overall consumer marketing and brand building
initiative that began earlier this year for the company.
Organized by the C... |
| | | 09/15/05 | Central Garden & Pet to Present at Banc of America Securities 35th Annual Investment Conference on September 20, 2005| WALNUT CREEK, Calif., Sep 15, 2005 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Central Garden & Pet Company (Nasdaq:CENT) announced
today that Stuart Booth, Central's Chief Financial Officer, will
present to investors at the Banc of America Securities 35th Annual
Investment Conference in San Francisco on September 20, 2005. A
webcast of the presentation can be accessed live at 3:30 P.M. Pacific
Standard Time and by archive through October 7, 2005, via the
following URL link:
Central Garden & Pet Compa... |
| | | 09/01/05 | Central Garden & Pet Leads Fight Against Mosquito-Borne Diseases; Environmentally Safe, Easy-to-Use, and Cost-Effective Applications for Professionals and Consumers| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sept. 1, 2005--Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT), through its Wellmark International
subsidiary, offers a host of highly effective, environmentally safe
mosquito control products to prevent the spread of mosquito-borne
diseases including West Nile virus.
The City of San Francisco's Department of the Environment is
utilizing Altosid(R), a product produced and marketed by Wellmark
International, to help stem the outbreak of the deadl... |
| | | 09/01/05 | Jury Awards Damages to Central in Axelrod Litigation| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sept. 1, 2005--Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) today announced that it has
received a jury verdict in its litigation with Herbert and Evelyn
Axelrod.
The jury found for Central on its claim against the Axelrods for
collection of the $10 million promissory note that the Axelrods signed
in 1997 at the closing of the T.F.H. acquisition. The jury also found
for Central on its claims against the Axelrods for breach of warranty
and fraud ... |
| | | 08/03/05 | Central Garden & Pet Announces Record Third Quarter Earnings for Fiscal 2005; A 20% Increase in Diluted Earnings Per Share to $1.03; Innovation, Acquisitions and Operating Margin Improvement Initiatives Drive Performance|
WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 3, 2005--
Tightens Guidance to 10% Sales Growth and 25% EPS Growth for
Fiscal 2005; Announces Preliminary Fiscal 2006 Diluted
EPS of Approximately $3.00
Central Garden & Pet Company (Nasdaq:CENT) today announced record
results for its fiscal third quarter ended June 25, 2005.
Net sales for the fiscal third quarter were $413.2 million, an
increase of 10.4% from $374.4 million in th... |
| | | 07/27/05 | Central Garden & Pet Sponsors Non-Profit Dogs4Diabetics(R) Program; The Armstrong Project Trains Dogs to Alert to Hypoglycemia in Type-1 Diabetics and Save Lives| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 27, 2005--Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) today announced that it is
assisting in the support of Dogs4Diabetics, a non-profit charitable
organization of dedicated volunteers who are training quality
medical-alert dogs for Type 1 diabetic youth and adults.
Dogs4Diabetics was established in 2004 as a result of critical
research derived from The Armstrong Project. The Armstrong Project is
named after Armstrong, a three-year-old ma... |
| | | 07/21/05 | Central Garden & Pet to Announce Third Quarter Fiscal 2005 Results and Host Earnings Conference Call| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 21, 2005--Central
Garden & Pet Company (Nasdaq:CENT) will announce results for its
fiscal third quarter ended June 25, 2005, on Wednesday, August 3, in
the afternoon.
Central will host a dial-in conference call shortly following the
earnings release on Wednesday, August 3, 2005, at 4:30 p.m. New York
time (1:30 p.m. San Francisco time) to discuss the third quarter 2005
results. Individuals may access the call by dialing 1-866-202-4683 and
... |
| | | 07/08/05 | Central Garden & Pet to Present at CIBC Consumer Growth Conference on July 12, 2005| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 8, 2005--Central
Garden & Pet Company (Nasdaq:CENT) announced today that Glenn Novotny,
Central's President and Chief Executive Officer, will present to
investors at the CIBC World Markets Fifth Annual Consumer Growth
Conference in Boston on July 12, 2005. A webcast of the presentation
can be accessed live at 8:50 a.m. Eastern Time on Tuesday, July 12,
and by archive for 30 days, via the following URL.
http://www.veracast.com/webcasts/cibc... |
| | | 06/28/05 | Central Garden & Pet Organizational Announcements; Mark Cavanaugh Appointed President of Newly Formed Aquatics Organization; Jeff Sutherland Appointed President of Central Pet Distribution Operations| WALNUT CREEK, Calif., Jun 28, 2005 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Central Garden & Pet Company (Nasdaq:CENT) today
announced the appointment of Mark Cavanaugh to the newly created
position of President of Central Garden & Pet Aquatics and Jeff
Sutherland to the position of President of Central Pet Distribution.
Both positions report to Jim Heim, President of Pet Products Division.
"These are important appointments as Central Pet pursues its
growth strategy," noted Jim Heim, President of Pet Produc... |
| | | 06/02/05 | Central Garden & Pet Acquires Pets International; Acquires Leading Brand in Small Animal and Specialty Pet Supplies; Strong History of Innovation and Market Leadership| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--June 2, 2005--Central
Garden & Pet Company (Nasdaq:CENT) today announced that it has
acquired Pets International, Ltd. for approximately $35 million, plus
a potential earnout over the next seven months.
Based in Chicago, Illinois, Pets International is a leading
supplier of innovative small animal and specialty pet supplies
including homes, habitats, exercise toys, feeding devices, chews and
other care and maintenance products marketed under th... |
| | | 06/02/05 | Central Garden & Pet to Present at Piper Jaffray 25th Annual Consumer Conference on June 7, 2005| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--June 2, 2005--Central
Garden & Pet Company (Nasdaq:CENT) announced today that management
will present to investors at the Piper Jaffray 25th Annual Consumer
Conference in New York on June 7, 2005. A webcast of the presentation
can be accessed live at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time on Tuesday, June 7,
and by archive for 30 days, via the following URL.
http://www.corporate-ir.net/ireye/conflobby.zhtml?ticker=CENT&item
_id=1073314 (Due to its length, t... |
| | | 05/31/05 | Central Garden & Pet Strikes Deal with Texas Rangers; Energizing the Dog Days of Summer with Baseball, Families and the Pets They Love| Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) today
announced a new marketing partnership with Major League Baseball's
Texas Rangers.
Central formed partnership with the Oakland Athletics this past
February.
"The Rangers have been very creative and supportive in helping
craft this partnership and promote greater pet awareness," commented
Glenn Novotny, President and Chief Executive Officer of Central Garden
& Pet. "Together we are creating special events and activities
featuring co... |
| | | 05/04/05 | Central Garden & Pet Announces Record Second Quarter Earnings for Fiscal 2005; A 14% Increase in Earnings Per Share to $1.04; Innovation, Acquisitions and Margin Expansion Initiatives Drive Performance|
WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 4, 2005--
Re-Affirms Guidance of 10% Sales Growth and 25% EPS
Growth for Fiscal 2005
Central Garden & Pet Company (Nasdaq:CENT) today announced record
results for its fiscal second quarter ended March 26, 2005.
Net sales for the fiscal second quarter were $378.9 million, an
increase of 5.5% from $359.0 million in the second quarter of fiscal
2004. Net income was $22.4 million for the quarter... |
| | | 04/21/05 | Central Garden & Pet to Announce Second Quarter Fiscal 2005 Results and Host Earnings Conference Call| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 21, 2005--Central
Garden & Pet Company (Nasdaq:CENT) will announce results for its
fiscal second quarter ended March 26, 2005, on Wednesday, May 4, in
the afternoon.
Central will host a dial-in conference call shortly following the
earnings release on Wednesday, May 4, 2005, at 4:30 p.m. New York time
(1:30 p.m. San Francisco time) to discuss the second quarter 2005
results. Individuals may access the call by dialing 1-800-322-5044 and
p... |
| | | 04/08/05 | Central Garden & Pet to Present at SunTrust Robinson Humphrey Investor Conference on April 12, 2005| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 8, 2005--Central
Garden & Pet Company (Nasdaq:CENT) announced today that Glenn Novotny,
Central's President and Chief Executive Officer, will present to
investors at the SunTrust Robinson Humphrey 34th Annual Investor
Conference in Atlanta on April 12, 2005. A webcast of the presentation
can be accessed live at 9:45 a.m. Eastern Time on Tuesday, April 12,
and by archive for 90 days, via the following URL.
http://www.wsw.com/webcast/strh13... |
| | | 04/06/05 | Central Garden & Pet Partners with Renown Garden Expert P. Allen Smith| Exclusive Relationship Designed to Promote Awareness of Outdoor Lifestyles and Central's Leading Brands WALNUT CREEK, Calif., Apr 06, 2005 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) today announced that it
formed an exclusive relationship with renown gardening expert P. Allen
Smith. Timed to coincide with the release of Smith's latest book, "P.
Allen Smith's Container Gardens," the relationship is designed to
extend the awareness of the growing trend of outdoor lifestyles... |
| | | 03/21/05 | Central Garden & Pet Wins Five ''New Product Awards'' at the 2005 Global Pet Expo; Oceanic's ''144 Stainless Steel Half Circle Aquarium'' Wins Best In Show Award| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 21, 2005---Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) today announced that it won five
new product awards, including Best In Show in the Aquarium category at
the 2005 Global Pet Expo in Orlando, Florida, presented jointly by the
American Pet Products Manufacturers Association (APPMA) and the Pet
Industry Distributors Association (PIDA).
"We are very pleased to win these prestigious awards at the Global
Pet Expo," commented Jim Heim, Presi... |
| | | 03/14/05 | Central Garden & Pet to Present at Banc of America Securities Investor Conference on March 16, 2005| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 14, 2005--Central
Garden & Pet Company (Nasdaq:CENT) announced today that Stuart Booth,
Central's Chief Financial Officer, will present to investors at the
Banc of America Securities Consumer Conference in New York on March
16, 2005. A webcast of the presentation can be accessed live at 8:50
a.m. Eastern Time on Wednesday, March 16, and by archive for two
weeks, via the following URL.
http://www.veracast.com/webcasts/bas/consumer-2005/id8220249... |
| | | 03/07/05 | Central Garden & Pet Teams up with the Oakland Athletics; Multi-Faceted Partnership Expands Consumer Marketing and Promotions Initiatives| WALNUT CREEK, Calif., Mar 07, 2005 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- - Central Garden & Pet Company (Nasdaq:CENT) today
announced that it has teamed up with Major League Baseball's Oakland
Athletics to form a strategic partnership.
"Central Garden & Pet is thrilled to partner with the Oakland
A's," said Glenn Novotny, President and Chief Executive Officer of
Central Garden & Pet. "Together we are promoting several events and
activities designed to raise awareness and encourage responsible pet
owners... |
| | | 02/16/05 | Central Garden & Pet to Present at the 2005 Wachovia Securities Consumer Growth Conference on February 18, 2005| WALNUT CREEK, Calif., Feb 16, 2005 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) announced today that Paul Warburg,
Central's Vice President Investor Relations, will present to investors
at the 2005 Wachovia Securities Consumer Growth Conference on February
18, 2005. A webcast of the Wachovia Securities presentation can be
accessed live at 9:05 a.m. Eastern Time on Friday, February 18, and by
archive through April 19, 2005, via the following URL:
http://www.wsw.com/webcast... |
| | | 02/09/05 | Central Garden & Pet Announces One Millionth Sale of Mini-Bow Aquarium; Designed and Manufactured by Award-Winning All-Glass Aquarium|
WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 9, 2005--
Innovative Design, Vibrant Color Scheme and
Customer Convenience Drive Success
Central Garden & Pet Company (Nasdaq:CENT) announced that
All-Glass Aquarium, its wholly-owned subsidiary, recently sold the one
millionth unit of its award-winning Mini Bow(TM) Aquarium.
"The Mini-Bow line of aquariums has been a tremendous success,"
commented Jim Heim, President of the Pet Products Divi... |
| | | 02/08/05 | Central Garden & Pet Acquires Gulfstream Home & Garden|
Exclusive Marketer of Sevin(R), Over'n Out!(R) And RooTone(R)
Brands Extends Leading Active Ingredient Portfolio
WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 8, 2005--
Central Garden & Pet Company (Nasdaq:CENT) announced today that it
has acquired Gulfstream Home & Garden, Inc. and its 20% equity
interest in Tech Pac, L.L.C.
Gulfstream is the exclusive marketer of the leading garden product
brands Sevin(R), Over'n Out!(R), and RooTone(R) through its
relatio... |
| | | 02/02/05 | Central Garden & Pet Announces Record First Quarter Earnings for Fiscal 2005|
Earnings Per Share of 12 Cents v. A Loss of 3 Cents A Year Ago
Existing Brands, Acquisitions and Margin Expansion Initiatives
Drive Performance
Re-Affirms Guidance Including the New Impact of Expensing
Stock Options
WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 2, 2005--Central Garden & Pet Company (Nasdaq:CENT) today announced record
results for its fiscal first quarter ended December 25, 2004.
Net sales for the fiscal first quarter were ... |
| | | 01/25/05 | Central Garden & Pet to Announce First Quarter 2005 Results| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 25, 2005--Central
Garden & Pet Company (Nasdaq:CENT) will announce its first quarter
2005 results ended December 25, 2004 on Wednesday, February 2, 2005,
after the close of trading.
Central will host a dial-in conference call shortly following the
earnings release on Wednesday, February 2, 2005, at 4:30 p.m. New York
time (1:30 p.m. San Francisco time) to discuss the first quarter 2005
results. Individuals may access the call by dialing 80... |
| | | 01/17/05 | Central Garden & Pet to Present at Sidoti & Company Investor Conference on January 19, 2005| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 17, 2005--Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) announced today that Stuart Booth,
Central's Chief Financial Officer, will present to investors at the
Sidoti & Company, LLC, Second Annual Palm Beach Emerging Growth
Institutional Investor Forum in Florida on January 19, 2005, at 10:15
a.m. Eastern Time.
Central Garden & Pet Company is a leading innovator, marketer and
producer of quality branded products for the pet and lawn and garden... |
| | | 01/13/05 | Central Garden & Pet Files Universal Shelf Registration Statement| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 13, 2005--Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT), today announced that it is has
filed a universal shelf registration statement on Form S-3 with the
Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).
"This filing is a strategic decision to position the company for
internal growth and acquisition initiatives," commented Stuart Booth,
Chief Financial Officer of Central Garden & Pet.
Upon being declared effective by the SEC, the shelf regist... |
| | | 01/12/05 | Central Garden & Pet to Present at Banc of America Securities 2005 Household Products Conference on January 14, 2005| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 12, 2005--Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) announced today that Glenn Novotny,
Central's President and Chief Executive Officer, will present to
investors at the Banc of America Securities 2005 Household Products
Conference on January 14, 2005. A webcast of the Banc of America
Securities presentation can be accessed live at 11:40 a.m. Eastern
Time on Friday, January 14, and by archive through January 28, 2005,
via the following URL:... |
| | | 01/07/05 | Pennington Seed Is Exclusive Supplier of Grass Seed for Super Bowl XXXIX for Third Consecutive Year| Pennington's "Princess 77" Seed Varietal Selected for Durability
and Color; Complete Line of Innovative Seed Varieties Available for
Professional and Consumer Applications
MADISON, Ga.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 7, 2005--
Pennington Seed, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Central Garden & Pet
Company (NASDAQ:CENT), today announced that it is the exclusive
supplier of the grass seed used to produce the playing field for Super
Bowl XXXIX to be played on February 6, 2005. ... |
| | | 01/04/05 | Central Garden & Pet and Tony La Russa's Animal Rescue Foundation Form a Partnership to Find Good Homes for Cats and Dogs| Vince Gill and Amy Grant to Appear at "Stars to the Rescue" Fundraiser on January 8, 2005 WALNUT CREEK, Calif., Jan 4, 2005 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Central Garden & Pet Company (Nasdaq:CENT), a leading innovator,
marketer and producer of quality branded products for the pet and lawn
and garden supplies markets, has joined forces with Tony La Russa's
Animal Rescue Foundation (ARF) to ensure the humane treatment of
companion animals and to bring people and animals together to enrich
each other's ... |
| | | 11/18/04 | Central Garden & Pet Announces Record Fourth Quarter and Full Year Results for Fiscal 2004|
19% Net Income Growth for the Full Year; 13% Growth for the
Quarter 15% Increase in EPS for the Full Year; 9% for the Quarter
WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 18, 2004--
Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) today announced record
fourth quarter and full year results for its fiscal year ended
September 25, 2004.
For the fourth quarter of fiscal 2004 the Company reported net
sales of $310.8 million, up 21% from $257.4 million in the comparable
2003... |
| | | 11/15/04 | Central Garden & Pet to Announce Fiscal Fourth Quarter and 2004 Results| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 15, 2004--Central
Garden & Pet Company (Nasdaq:CENT) will announce its fiscal fourth
quarter and 2004 results ended September 25, 2004, on Thursday,
November 18, after the close of trading.
Central will host a dial-in conference call shortly following the
earnings release on Thursday, November 18, 2004, at 4:30 p.m. New York
time (1:30 p.m. San Francisco time) to discuss the fourth quarter 2004
results. Individuals may access the call by d... |
| | | 10/28/04 | Central Garden & Pet Announces Preliminary Fiscal 2004 Results and 2005 Guidance; Projects Greater Than 10% Growth in Sales & 25% Growth in Earnings Per Share for 2005|
WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 28, 2004--
Product Innovation and Acquisitions Drive Growth
Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) today announced its
guidance for the fiscal year ending September 24, 2005.
Net sales for the year are projected to be between $1.40 billion
and $1.43 billion, an increase of approximately 11% when compared with
fiscal year 2004. Operating income is expected to be between $102
million and $108 million. Net incom... |
| | | 10/25/04 | Central Garden & Pet to Host Fiscal Year 2005 Guidance Conference Call| LAFAYETTE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 25, 2004--Central Garden
& Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) will host a conference call at 4:30 p.m.
Eastern Time on Thursday, October 28, 2004.
Individuals can access the call by dialing 1-800-561-2601 and
passcode 26137737. Those individuals calling from outside the United
States should dial 617-614-3518 and passcode 26137737.
Central Garden & Pet's conference call will be simultaneously
broadcast over the Internet through Central's website,... |
| | | 10/19/04 | Central Garden & Pet Receives Multiple Pet Industry Awards; Recognized for Leadership in Innovation, Quality and Service| WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 19, 2004--Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) today announced that it recently
received a multitude of awards recognizing the Company's continued
focus on innovation, quality and service both domestically and
internationally. Recognizing Central Garden & Pet's leadership in
these areas are Pet Business Magazine, Pet Products News and the Glee
Petindex International trade show in the United Kingdom.
"We are honored to be recognized b... |
| | | 09/29/04 | Central Garden & Pet New Corporate Office| LAFAYETTE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sept. 29, 2004--Central Garden
& Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) is moving its corporate office from
Lafayette to Walnut Creek effective October 1, 2004. The new address
and main phone number is:
Central Garden & Pet
1340 Treat Boulevard, Suite 600
Walnut Creek, CA 94597
925.948.4000
Central Garden & Pet Company is a leading innovator, marketer and
producer of quality branded products for the pet and lawn and... |
| | | 09/23/04 | Central Garden & Pet to Present at the Thomas Weisel Partners Consumer Conference on September 28, 2004| LAFAYETTE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sept. 23, 2004--Central Garden
& Pet Company (Nasdaq:CENT) announced today that Stuart Booth,
Central's Chief Financial Officer, will present to investors at the
Thomas Weisel Partners Consumer Conference in New York on September
28, 2004, at 3:15 p.m. Eastern Time. An audio and slides webcast of
the presentation can be accessed via the following link:
http://www.visualwebcaster.com/event.asp?id=24677
Central Garden & Pet Company is a leading inno... |
| | | 09/16/04 | Central Garden & Pet Standard & Poor's Ratings Services Affirms 'BB' Credit Rating| LAFAYETTE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sept. 16, 2004--Central Garden
& Pet Company (Nasdaq:CENT) today announced that Standard & Poor's
Ratings Services affirmed its 'BB' corporate credit rating effective
September 13, 2004. The ratings were removed from CreditWatch, where
they were placed July 12, 2004.
Central Garden & Pet Company is a leading innovator, marketer and
producer of quality branded products for the pet and lawn and garden
supplies markets. Our pet products include pet b... |
| | | 09/16/04 | Central Garden & Pet to Present at Banc of America Securities 34th Annual Investment Conference on September 20, 2004| LAFAYETTE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sept. 16, 2004--Central Garden
& Pet Company (Nasdaq:CENT) announced today that Glenn Novotny,
Central's President and Chief Executive Officer, will present to
investors at the Banc of America Securities 34th Annual Investment
Conference in San Francisco on September 20, 2004, at 3:00 p.m.
Pacific Time. An audio-webcast of the presentation can be accessed via
the following link:
http://www.veracast.com/webcasts/bas/34th-annual-2004/id83114414.cfm
... |
| | | 09/15/04 | Central Garden & Pet Management Appoints Jim Heim President, Pet Products Division and Andrew Beaurline, Vice President, Corporate Development| LAFAYETTE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sept. 15, 2004--Central Garden
& Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) today announced the appointment of Jim
Heim to the position of President - Pet Products Division and Andrew
Beaurline to the position of Vice President, Corporate Development
both reporting to Glenn Novotny, President and Chief Executive Officer
of Central Garden & Pet.
"These are exciting additions to Central's management team,"
commented Mr. Novotny. "Jim's broad and diverse background i... |
| | | 09/09/04 | Central Garden & Pet to Present at Sidoti & Company Institutional Investor Conference on September 13, 2004| LAFAYETTE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sept. 9, 2004--Central Garden
& Pet Company (Nasdaq:CENT) announced today that Stuart Booth,
Central's Chief Financial Officer, will present to investors at the
Sidoti & Company, LLC Third Annual West Coast Emerging Growth
Institutional Investor Forum in San Francisco on September 13, 2004,
at 9:40 a.m. Pacific Time.
Central Garden & Pet Company is a leading innovator, marketer and
producer of quality branded products for the pet and lawn and gard... |
| | | 08/31/04 | Central Garden & Pet Acquires Energy Savers Unlimited| LAFAYETTE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 31, 2004--Central Garden
& Pet Company (Nasdaq:CENT)
-- Leading Brand in Specialty Lighting Systems for Aquariums
-- Strengthens Central's Aquatics Strategy
Central Garden & Pet Company (Nasdaq:CENT) announced today the
acquisition of substantially all of the assets of Energy Savers
Unlimited, Inc. ("ESU") for a total cash consideration of
approximately $34 million.
Based in Southern California, ESU is the market l... |
| | | 08/05/04 | Central Garden & Pet Reports Third Quarter Results for Fiscal 2004| LAFAYETTE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 5, 2004--Central Garden &
Pet Company (Nasdaq:CENT)
-- EPS Increased 16.7% Year To Date
-- Pet Products Segment Solid
Central Garden & Pet Company (Nasdaq:CENT) today announced its
financial results for the fiscal third quarter of 2004, ended June 26,
2004.
Net sales for the third quarter of fiscal 2004 were $374.4
million, an 8.5% increase from $345.1 million in the comparable fiscal
2003 period. The Company recorde... |
| | | 08/03/04 | Central Garden & Pet to Announce Third Quarter Fiscal 2004 Results and Host Earnings Conference Call| LAFAYETTE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 3, 2004--Central Garden &
Pet Company (Nasdaq:CENT) will announce results for its third quarter
ended June 26, 2004, on Thursday, August 5, in the afternoon.
Central will host a dial-in conference call shortly following the
earnings release on Thursday, August 5, 2004, at 4:30 p.m. New York
time (1:30 p.m. San Francisco time) to discuss the third quarter 2004
results. Individuals may access the call by dialing 1-800-237-9752 and
passcode 307 ... |
| | | 07/12/04 | Central Garden & Pet Announces Preliminary Third Quarter Fiscal 2004 Results and Revises Earnings Guidance| LAFAYETTE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 12, 2004---Central Garden
& Pet Company (Nasdaq:CENT)
-- Weak June Grass Seed Sales and Margins
-- 11-13% EPS Growth Forecasted for Fiscal 2004
Central Garden & Pet Company (Nasdaq:CENT) today revised its
previous earnings guidance for the fiscal year ending September 26,
2004 to $1.92 to $1.96 per diluted share. The revised fiscal 2004
revenue guidance is approximately $1.25 billion.
"Central Garden & Pet's Garden Products... |
| | | 07/11/04 | Central Garden & Pet to Host Conference Call at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time on Monday, July 12, 2004| LAFAYETTE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 11, 2004--Central Garden
& Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) will host a conference call at 8:30 a.m.
Eastern Time on Monday, July 12, 2004.
Individuals can access the call by dialing 1-800-901-5231 and
passcode 101 29 783. Those individuals calling from outside the United
States should dial 617-786-2961 and passcode 101 29 783.
Central Garden & Pet's conference call will be simultaneously
broadcast over the Internet through Central's w... |
| | | 07/09/04 | Central Garden & Pet to Present at CIBC Consumer Growth Conference on July 14, 2004| LAFAYETTE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 9, 2004--Central Garden &
Pet Company (Nasdaq:CENT) announced today that Glenn Novotny,
Central's President and Chief Executive Officer, and Stuart Booth,
Chief Financial Officer, will present to investors at the CIBC World
Markets Fourth Annual Consumer Growth Conference in Boston on July 14,
2004, at 2:55 p.m. Eastern Time. An audio-cast of the presentation can
be accessed via the following URL:
http://www.veracast.com/webcasts/cibcwm/consumer04/... |
| | | 05/28/04 | Central Garden & Pet CEO Adopts New 10b5-1 Plan| LAFAYETTE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 28, 2004--Central Garden &
Pet Company (Nasdaq:CENT) today announced that Glenn Novotny,
President and Chief Executive Officer of Central, has adopted a new
prearranged trading plan in accordance with guidelines specified by
Rule 10b5-1 of the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934, and the
Company's policies with respect to insider sales.
Rule 10b5-1 permits officers and directors of public companies to
adopt predetermined written plans for sell... |
| | | 05/25/04 | Central Garden & Pet to Present at SunTrust Robinson Humphrey Conference on May 26, 2004| LAFAYETTE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 25, 2004--Central Garden &
Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) announced today that Glenn Novotny,
Central's President and Chief Executive Officer, and Stuart Booth,
Chief Financial Officer, will present to investors at the SunTrust
Robinson Humphrey 33rd Annual Institutional Investor Conference in
Atlanta on May 26, 2004, at 2:40 p.m. Eastern Time. An audio-cast of
the presentation can be accessed via the Conference page on the
SunTrust website: http://www.w... |
| | | 05/24/04 | Central Garden & Pet Appoints Andy Rich Vice President - Human Resources| LAFAYETTE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 24, 2004--Central Garden &
Pet Company (Nasdaq:CENT) today announced the appointment of Andy Rich
to the position of Vice President - Human Resources reporting to the
Chief Executive Officer, Glenn Novotny. Mr. Rich succeeds Stanley L.
Bulger, who continues to be responsible for employee relations,
training and safety as Central's Director of Human Resources.
"I am very pleased that Andy is joining Central at this point in
time," commented Gle... |
| | | 05/18/04 | Central Garden & Pet Acquires Assets of Budd Seed; Acquires Premium ''Rebel'' and ''Palmer's Pride'' Brands| LAFAYETTE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 18, 2004--Central Garden &
Pet Company (Nasdaq:CENT) today announced that it has agreed to
acquire substantially all of the assets of KRB Seed Company, LLC (dba
"Budd Seed"). Terms were not disclosed.
Based in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, Budd Seed is a leading
provider of high-quality grass seed brands directed primarily towards
major retail outlets under the "Rebel" and "Palmer's Pride" brands.
Annual sales are approximately $17 million wi... |
| | | 05/06/04 | Central Garden & Pet Reports Second Quarter Results for Fiscal 2004; Second Quarter Earnings Per Share Increased 34%| Raises Fiscal 2004 Earnings Guidance Due to Sustained
Organic Growth and Acquisitions
LAFAYETTE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 6, 2004--
Central Garden & Pet Company (Nasdaq:CENT) today announced its
financial results for the fiscal second quarter of 2004, ended March
27, 2004.
Net sales for the second quarter were $359.0 million, an 8.6%
increase from $330.5 million in the comparable fiscal 2003 period. The
Company recorded net income for the quarter of $... |
| | | 05/04/04 | Central Garden & Pet to Announce Second Quarter Fiscal 2004 Results and Host Investor Conference Call| LAFAYETTE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 4, 2004--Central Garden &
Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) will announce results for its second quarter
ended March 27, 2004, on Thursday, May 6, 2004, in the afternoon.
Central will also host a dial-in investor conference call shortly
following the earnings release on Thursday, May 6, 2004, at 4:30 p.m.
New York time (1:30 p.m. San Francisco time) to discuss the second
quarter 2004 results. Individuals can access the call by dialing
1-877-825-5811 a... |
| | | 04/29/04 | Central Garden & Pet Completes Acquisition of Interpet Assets| LAFAYETTE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 29, 2004--Central Garden
& Pet Company (Nasdaq:CENT) today announced that it has completed the
previously announced acquisition of substantially all of the assets of
Interpet Limited, a division of Lawrence PLC.
Based in Surrey, England, Interpet is a leading manufacturer and
supplier of branded aquatic, pond, pet book and pet supplies products
in the United Kingdom and the continental European Union. Its
proprietary brand names include "Int... |
| | | 04/01/04 | Central Garden & Pet to Acquire Assets of Interpet; Acquisition Gives Central Strong Pet Supply Platform in the United Kingdom|
Increases Distribution Opportunity For Central Pet
Products In European Markets; Adds Several
Leading Brands To Branded Products Portfolio
LAFAYETTE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 1, 2004--
Central Garden & Pet Company (Nasdaq:CENT) today announced that it
has agreed to acquire substantially all of the assets of Interpet
Limited, a division of Lawrence PLC, a diversified chemical and animal
health company incorporated in England, for approxim... |
| | | 03/26/04 | Central Garden & Pet Wins Eight ''New Product Awards'' at the 2004 American Pet Products Manufacturers Association Show| LAFAYETTE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 26, 2004--Central Garden
& Pet Company (Nasdaq:CENT) today announced that it had its best award
showing ever at the American Pet Products Manufacturers Association's
(APPMA) annual show this year in New Orleans, Louisiana, winning eight
(8) new product awards. Central's TFH(R)/Nylabone(R) brand received
two (2) first place awards, "Best New Point of Purchase Display Award"
for its innovative Nutrident(TM) Edible Dental Chew floor displays,
and "Be... |
| | | 02/26/04 | Central Garden & Pet Completes Acquisition of New England Pottery Co., Inc.| LAFAYETTE, Calif., Feb 26, 2004 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Central Garden
& Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) today announced that it has completed the
previously announced acquisition of substantially all of the assets of
New England Pottery Co., Inc., a portfolio company of Heritage
Partners.
Based in Foxboro, Massachusetts, New England Pottery Co., Inc.
markets and sells decorative pottery and seasonal Christmas products.
Its proprietary brand names include "New England Pottery" and
"GKI/Bethlehe... |
| | | 02/18/04 | Central Garden & Pet Elects Alfred A. Piergallini to Its Board Of Directors| LAFAYETTE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 18, 2004--Central Garden
& Pet Company (Nasdaq:CENT) today announced that Alfred A. Piergallini
has been elected to its Board of Directors and has joined the
compensation committee of the Board.
Mr. Piergallini is currently a consultant to several branded
products companies. He is the former chairman, president and CEO of
Gerber Products Company and, after it was sold to Novartis, S.A., he
continued to supervise Gerber and other consumer prod... |
| | | 02/05/04 | Central Garden & Pet Reports First Quarter Results for Fiscal 2004| Raises Fiscal 2004 Earnings Guidance to $2.10-$2.20 per Diluted Share, A 21% to 27% Increase over Fiscal 2003
LAFAYETTE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 5, 2004-- Central Garden & Pet Company (Nasdaq:CENT) today announced its
financial results for the fiscal first quarter of 2004, ended December
27, 2003.
Net sales for the first quarter were $222.4 million, a 5% increase
from $211.9 million in the comparable fiscal 2003 period. The Company
recorded a net loss for the quarter ... |
| | | 02/03/04 | Central Garden & Pet to Announce First Quarter Fiscal 2004 Results and Host Investor Conference Call| LAFAYETTE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 3, 2004--Central Garden &
Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) will announce results for its first quarter
ended December 27, 2003, on Thursday, February 5, 2004, in the
afternoon.
Central will also host a dial-in investor conference call shortly
following the earnings release on Thursday, February 5, 2004, at 4:30
p.m. New York time (1:30 p.m. San Francisco time) to discuss the first
quarter 2004 results. Individuals can access the call by dialing
1-8... |
| | | 01/26/04 | Central Garden & Pet to Acquire Assets of New England Pottery, Inc.| LAFAYETTE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 26, 2004--Central Garden
& Pet Company (Nasdaq:CENT) announced today that it has agreed to
acquire substantially all of the assets of New England Pottery, Inc.,
a portfolio company of Heritage Partners. The purchase price is
approximately $69 million.
Based in Foxboro, Massachusetts, New England Pottery, Inc.
markets and sells decorative pottery and seasonal Christmas products.
Its proprietary brand names include "New England Pottery" and
"G... |
| | | 01/14/04 | Pennington Seed and West Coast Turf Headed to Super Bowl XXXVIII| - Special turfgrass recipe to be served up at the Super Bowl set for Houston's Reliant Stadium on February 1 -
MADISON, Ga., Jan. 14 /PRNewswire/ -- While four NFL teams prepare to battle it out for the right to play in Super Bowl XXXVIII, the Super Bowl field is being installed at Houston's Reliant Stadium. Preparing for its second consecutive Super Bowl, Pennington Seed today announced that 100,000 square feet of its Princess 77 bermudagrass sod will provide the critical field fou... |
| | | 01/08/04 | Central Garden & Pet Acquires Assets of Kent Marine, Inc.| LAFAYETTE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 8, 2004--Central Garden &
Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) announced today that it has acquired
substantially all of the assets of Kent Marine, Inc. Terms were not
disclosed.
Based in Georgia, Kent Marine, Inc. markets and sells premium
aquarium supplies domestically and internationally primarily under the
brand name "Kent Marine(R)." Kent Marine(R) is a leading supplier of
saltwater aquarium supplements and conditioners with annual sales of
approx... |
| | | 01/08/04 | Central Garden & Pet to Present at Banc of America Securities and Sidoti & Company, LLC Conferences on January 9, 2004| LAFAYETTE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 8, 2004--Central Garden &
Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) announced today that Glenn Novotny,
Central's President and Chief Executive Officer, will present to
investors at the Sidoti & Company, LLC, First Annual Palm Beach
Emerging Growth Institutional Investor Forum, and Stuart Booth, Chief
Financial Officer, will present to investors at the Banc of America
Securities Equity and High Yield Research Household Products
Conference on January 9, 2004. A we... |
| | | 11/20/03 | Central Garden & Pet Announces Record Fourth Quarter and Full Year Results for Fiscal 2003| Record 4Q 2003 Net Income of $0.23 Per Diluted Share Compared to
$0.04 in 4Q 2002
Record Fiscal 2003 Net Income of $1.73 Per Diluted Share Compared to
$1.44 in 2002
Provides Fiscal 2004 Net Income Guidance in the Range of
$2.00-$2.10 Per Diluted Share
LAFAYETTE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 20, 2003-- Central Garden & Pet Company (Nasdaq:CENT) today announced
financial results for the... |
| | | 08/21/03 | Central Garden & Pet Wins 'Strategic Vendor of the Year' Award from PETCO| Central Executives Also Honored with Entrepreneurial
Spirit Award and Vendor Representative of the Year Award
LAFAYETTE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 21, 2003--
Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) today announced that
it has received the "Strategic Alliance Vendor of the Year" award for
2003 from PETCO Animal Supplies, Inc. (NASDAQ: PETC) at the Annual
PETCO Store Managers and Vendors Meeting.
This award recognizes excellence in meeting customer needs,
p... |
| | | 08/08/03 | Central Garden & Pet CEO Adopts 10b5-1 Plan| LAFAYETTE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 8, 2003--Central Garden &
Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) today announced that Glenn Novotny,
President & Chief Executive Officer of Central, has adopted a
prearranged trading plan in accordance with guidelines specified by
Rule 10b5-1 of the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934, and the
Company's policies with respect to insider sales.
Rule 10b5-1 permits officers and directors of public companies to
adopt predetermined written plans for selling sp... |
| | | 08/05/03 | Central Garden & Pet Reports Third Quarter Results; Income from Operations Increases 24% from Prior Year| Narrows Fiscal 2003 Earnings Guidance to $1.70-$1.75
Per Diluted Share
LAFAYETTE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 5, 2003--
Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) today announced its
financial results for the fiscal third quarter of 2003, ended June 28,
2003.
Net sales for the third quarter increased 3% to $345.1 million
from $335.6 million in the comparable fiscal 2002 period. Income from
operations for the third fiscal quarter of 2003 increased... |
| | | 07/31/03 | Central Garden & Pet to Announce Third Quarter 2003 Results and Host Earnings Conference Call| LAFAYETTE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 31, 2003--Central Garden
& Pet Company (Nasdaq:CENT) will announce results for the third
quarter ended June 28, 2003, on Tuesday, August 5, 2003, in the late
afternoon.
Central will also host a dial-in conference call shortly following
the earnings release on Tuesday, August 5, 2003, at 4:30 p.m. New York
time (1:30 p.m. San Francisco time) to discuss third quarter 2003
results.
Central Garden & Pet's earnings conference call will be
... |
| | | 07/25/03 | Central Garden & Pet Acquires Equity Interest in E. M. Matson Lawn and Garden Business| LAFAYETTE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 25, 2003--Central Garden
& Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) announced today that it has acquired a
49% equity interest in the E. M. Matson lawn and garden business,
based in Washington state. Terms were not disclosed.
E. M. Matson, a leading lawn and garden manufacturer in the
Western United States, markets and sells pesticides, moss controls and
animal repellants under its brand names, Corry's, Deadline, and
Moss-B-Ware. Annual sales are approxima... |
| | | 07/03/03 | Central Garden & Pet to Present at CIBC World Markets Conference on July 8, 2003| LAFAYETTE, CA--(MARKET WIRE)--Jul 3, 2003 -- Central Garden & Pet Company (NasdaqNM:CENT) announced today that Glenn Novotny, Central's President and Chief Executive Officer, and Stuart Booth, Chief Financial Officer, will present to investors at the CIBC World Markets Third Annual Consumer Growth Conference in Boston on July 8, 2003, at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time. A webcast of the presentation can be accessed via the following URL:
www.veracast.com/webcasts/cibcwm/consumer03/78105127.cfm
... |
| | | 05/15/03 | Central Garden & Pet Company Announces Closing of New $200 Million Senior Credit Facility| LAFAYETTE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 15, 2003--Central Garden &
Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) announced today that it has closed a new
$200 million senior secured credit facility. The new credit facility
consists of a five-year $100 million revolving credit facility and a
six-year $100 million term loan.
The new facility replaces the Company's existing $175 million
asset-based revolving credit facility. Net proceeds from the new
facility will be used to retire outstanding debt under... |
| | | 05/01/03 | Central Garden & Pet Reports Second Quarter Results; Reaffirms Fiscal 2003 Earnings Guidance of $1.70-$1.80 Per Diluted Share| LAFAYETTE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 1, 2003--Central Garden &
Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) today announced its financial results for
the fiscal second quarter of 2003, ended March 29, 2003.
Net sales for the second quarter were $330.5 million compared with
$290.7 million in the comparable fiscal 2002 period. The Company
recorded net income for the quarter of $13.5 million, or $0.68 per
diluted share, compared with a net income of $10.9 million, or $0.53
per diluted share, in the c... |
| | | 04/03/03 | Central Garden & Pet to Present at Suntrust Robinson Humphrey Conference on April 7, 2003| LAFAYETTE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 3, 2003--Central Garden
& Pet Company (Nasdaq:CENT) announced today that Glenn Novotny,
Central's President, and Stuart Booth, Chief Financial Officer, will
present to investors at the SunTrust Robinson Humphrey 32nd Annual
Institutional Investor Conference in Atlanta on April 7, 2003 at 4:25
p.m. Eastern Time.
A webcast of the presentation can be accessed via the Conference
page on the SunTrust Web site:
www.suntrustrh.com/ConferencesEvent... |
| | | 03/26/03 | Central Garden & Pet Reaffirms Fiscal 2003 Earnings Guidance of $1.70 to $1.80 Per Diluted Share; Expects Second Quarter Earnings of $0.65 to $0.68 Per Diluted Share| LAFAYETTE, Calif., Mar 26, 2003 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Central Garden & Pet Company
(Nasdaq:CENT) today reaffirmed its previously issued earnings guidance of $1.70
to $1.80 per diluted share for fiscal 2003, ending September 27.
The Company also announced earnings guidance of between $0.65 and $0.68 per
diluted share for the fiscal second quarter 2003, ending March 29.
Glenn Novotny, Central's President, said, "As we reach the middle of our fiscal
year and move into what is typically our... |
| | | 03/24/03 | Central Garden & Pet Wins 'Best New Product' Award at the 2003 American Pet Products Manufacturers Association Show| LAFAYETTE, Calif., Mar 24, 2003 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Central Garden & Pet Company
(NASDAQ:CENT) today announced that its TFH(R)/Nylabone(R) subsidiary received
the "Best New Dog Product Award" for its patented Chew & Brush Edible Bone at
the American Pet Products Manufacturers Association's (APPMA) annual
meeting/convention in Atlanta, Georgia, on February 27, 2003.
TFH(R)/Nylabone(R) also received an award for its Big Chews for Big Dogs Bones
Point of Purchase Display. In addition, Centr... |
| | | 02/10/03 | Glenn W. Novotny to Become President and CEO of Central Garden & Pet on June 1, 2003; William E. Brown Will Continue As Chairman of the Board| LAFAYETTE, Calif., Feb 10, 2003 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Central Garden & Pet Company
(NASDAQ: CENT) today announced that, effective June 1, 2003, Glenn W. Novotny
will become President and Chief Executive Officer.
Novotny, 56, is currently President and Chief Operating Officer. Novotny will
succeed William E. Brown, 61, who will continue to serve as Chairman of the
Board of Directors.
Brown said, "In recent years, Central Garden & Pet has successfully transitioned
into a strong, branded ... |
| | | 01/30/03 | Central Garden & Pet Company Announces Closing of Private Placement of Senior Subordinated Notes Due 2013|
LAFAYETTE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 31, 2003-- Central Garden
& Pet Company (Nasdaq:CENT) announced today that it has closed a
private placement of $150,000,000 aggregate principal amount of 9-1/8%
Senior Subordinated Notes due 2013.
The net proceeds of the offering will be used to redeem its
outstanding convertible notes as of February 14, 2003, including the
payment of premium and accrued interest, reduce a portion of the
outstanding indebtedness under its s... |
| | | 01/22/03 | Central Garden & Pet Reports First Quarter Results for Fiscal 2003|
LAFAYETTE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 22, 2003--Central Garden
& Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) today announced its financial results for
the fiscal first quarter of 2003, ended December 28, 2002.
Net sales for the first quarter were $211.9 million compared with
$210.7 million in the comparable fiscal 2002 period. The Company
recorded a net loss for the quarter of $717,000, or $0.04 per diluted
share, compared with a net loss of $1.5 million, or $0.08 per diluted
sh... |
| | | 01/14/03 | Super Bowl XXXVII To Be Played On Turf Produced and Supplied By Pennington Seed and West Coast Turf| Grass Varieties Selected For The NFL By
Field Director Ed Mangan and
Head Turf Consultant George Toma
To Play A Critical Role In The Big Game
SAN DIEGO, and MADISON, Ga., Jan. 14 -- The finishing touches on a field of dreams like no other in sports will be made during the next week at Qualcomm Stadium. That's where the two best teams in professional football will battle it out for a Super Bowl championship on a turf as tough as four quarters of grinding, twisting runs and turf poundi... |
| | | 01/13/03 | Central Garden & Pet Company Announces Proposed Private Placement of Senior Subordinated Notes Due 2013|
LAFAYETTE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 13, 2003--Central Garden
& Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) announced today that it is proposing to
offer in a private placement $150,000,000 aggregate principal amount
of Senior Subordinated Notes.
The net proceeds of the offering will be used to redeem its
outstanding convertible notes, including the payment of premium and
accrued interest, reduce a portion of the outstanding indebtedness
under its senior credit facilities, and ... |
| | | 12/12/02 | Central Garden & Pet Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year Results for Fiscal 2002|
4Q 2002 Net Income of $0.04 Per Diluted Share Compared
to Loss of $0.74 in 2001
Fiscal 2002 Net Income Before SFAS No. 142 Accounting Charge of
$1.44 Per Diluted Share Compared to a Loss of $0.39 in 2001
Provides Guidance for Fiscal 2003 Net Income in the Range of
$1.70-$1.80 Per Diluted Share
LAFAYETTE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec. 12, 2002--Central Garden
& Pet Company (Nasd... |
| | | 12/10/02 | Central Garden & Pet Restates Prior Periods and Provides Guidance for 2002 and 2003|
Restatement Has No Impact On Cumulative Results or 2002 Profitability
Expects to Report Q4 EPS of $0.04
Will Record Non-Cash, Pre-Tax Charge For
SFAS 142 -- In Line With Prior Guidance
Expects to Report EPS of $1.44 for 2002,
Before SFAS 142 Accounting Charge
Provides Guidance for Fiscal 2003 Net Income in the
Range of $1.70-$1.80 Per Diluted Share
... |
| | | 10/09/02 | Central Garden & Pet Outlook Revised by Moody's to Stable From Negative| LAFAYETTE, Calif., Oct 9, 2002 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Central Garden & Pet Company
(NASDAQ: CENT) today announced that Moody's revised its outlook on the Company
to stable from negative due to the Company's extension of its primary credit
facility through July 2004 and its progress toward transitioning to
higher-margin branded product sales from distribution sales.
A full-text copy of the Moody's press release issued today follows:
New York, October 09, 2002 -- Moody's confirmed the seni... |
| | | 09/23/02 | Central Garden & Pet Elects David N. Chichester to Its Board of Directors| LAFAYETTE, Calif., Sep 23, 2002 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Central Garden & Pet Company
(NASDAQ: CENT) today announced that David N. Chichester has been elected to its
Board of Directors and has joined the audit and compensation committee of the
Board.
Mr. Chichester is senior vice president, Finance, of Starbucks Coffee Company.
At Starbucks, Mr. Chichester is responsible for accounting, treasury, risk
management, corporate development, investor relations, business planning and
analysis, and ... |
| | | 08/08/02 | Central Garden & Pet Announces Third Quarter Results for Fiscal 2002| LAFAYETTE, Calif., Aug 8, 2002 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Central Garden & Pet Company
(NASDAQ: CENT) today announced financial results for the fiscal third quarter
and nine months ended June 29, 2002.
Net income for the fiscal third quarter increased to $18.4 million, or $0.84 per
diluted share, from $7.7 million, or $0.38 per diluted share, in the comparable
2001 period. Net sales for the 2002 quarter were $335.6 million compared to
$341.8 million in the year-ago period. The improved earnings... |
| | | 07/15/02 | Central Garden & Pet Outlook Revised by Standard & Poor's to Stable From Negative| LAFAYETTE, Calif., Jul 15, 2002 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Central Garden & Pet Company
(NASDAQ: CENT) today announced that on July 12, 2002, Standard & Poor's revised
its outlook on the Company to stable from negative due to the Company's
extension of its primary credit facility through July 2004 and its progress
toward transitioning to higher-margin branded product sales from distribution
sales. A full-text copy of the S&P press release issued on July 12, 2002,
follows:
NEW YO... |
| | | 07/12/02 | Central Garden & Pet Announces Two-year Extension of Primary Credit Facility| LAFAYETTE, Calif., Jul 12, 2002 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Central Garden & Pet Company
(NASDAQ: CENT) today announced that it has extended its primary credit facility
with Congress Financial Corporation for two years through July 2004.
The extended credit facility provides the Company with an aggregate revolving
loan commitment amount of up to $125 million. Current outstanding borrowings
under the facility are $57.4 million.
Due to lower borrowing requirements, the Company reduced the size ... |
| | | 06/28/02 | Central Garden & Pet Announces Summary Judgment Motion Granted in Scotts Litigation| LAFAYETTE, Calif., Jun 28, 2002 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Central Garden & Pet Company
(NASDAQ: CENT) announced that on June 26, 2002, the United States District Court
for the Northern District of California granted The Scotts Company's motion for
summary judgment against Central in the suit which Central had originally filed
in July 2000 seeking damages and injunctive relief as well as restitution for,
among other things, violation of the federal antitrust laws.
Central intends to appeal the ... |
| | | 05/09/02 | Central Garden & Pet Announces Second Quarter Results for Fiscal 2002| LAFAYETTE, Calif., May 9, 2002 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Central Garden & Pet Company
(NASDAQ: CENT) today announced financial results for the fiscal second quarter
ended March 30, 2002.
Net sales for the fiscal second quarter were $290.7 million, compared with
$322.8 million in the comparable 2001 period. Net income for the fiscal second
quarter was $10.9 million compared with net income of $2.7 million in the
comparable 2001 quarter. Earnings per diluted share were $0.53, compared to
earnin... |
| | | 04/29/02 | Central Garden & Pet Receives Ohio Jury Verdict| LAFAYETTE, Calif., Apr 29, 2002 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Central Garden & Pet Company
(NASDAQ: CENT) said today that it received an Ohio jury verdict related to
litigation with The Scotts Company.
In the case before the United States District Court for the Southern District of
Ohio, the jury awarded Scotts $10.4 million, or less than half of its total
claim of $23.9 million, after taking into account Central's counterclaims.
Central said it does not anticipate taking any charges in connection... |
| | | 02/07/02 | Central Garden & Pet Reports First Quarter Results for Fiscal 2002| LAFAYETTE, CALIFORNIA, Feb 7, 2002 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Central Garden & Pet
Company (NASDAQ: CENT) today announced its financial results for the fiscal
first quarter of 2002, ended December 29, 2001.
Net sales for the first quarter were $210.7 million compared with $212.1 million
in the comparable fiscal 2001 period. The Company recorded a net loss for the
quarter of $1.5 million, or $0.08 per share, compared with a net loss of $4.5
million or $0.24 per share in the comparable year-ago p... |
| | | 01/29/02 | Central Garden & Pet Appoints Stuart W. Booth Vice President - Finance and CFO| LAFAYETTE, Calif., Jan 29, 2002 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Central Garden & Pet Company
(NASDAQ: CENT) today announced the appointment of Stuart W. Booth to the
position of Vice President-Finance and Chief Financial Officer. Mr. Booth will
succeed Lee D. Hines, Jr., who will be assuming new responsibilities as
Central's Vice President - Strategic Planning, reporting directly to the Chief
Executive Officer. Mr. Hines will continue to serve as a Director of the
Company.
Commenting on these chang... |
| | | 01/28/02 | Central Garden & Pet Settles Litigation With Monsanto| LAFAYETTE, Calif., Jan 28, 2002 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Central Garden & Pet Company
(NASDAQ:CENT) today announced the settlement of all litigation with Monsanto
(NYSE:MON) related to its distributorship of lawn and garden products for the
former Monsanto Company during the 1990s.
Under the terms of the settlement agreement, Central will pay Monsanto $5.5
million. The settlement agreement resolves payments due from Central for lawn
and garden products previously shipped, and provides for Cen... |
| | | 12/20/01 | Central Garden & Pet Reports Fourth Quarter And Full-Year Results For Fiscal 2001| LAFAYETTE, California, Dec 20, 2001 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Central Garden & Pet
Company (NASDAQ: CENT) today announced its financial results for the fiscal
fourth quarter and full year ended September 29, 2001.
Net sales for the fiscal fourth quarter were $246.3 million compared to $300.1
million in the comparable 2000 period. Central reported a net loss for the
quarter of $15.2 million, or $0.82 per share, compared with a net loss of $30.3
million, or $1.63 per share in the comparable 2000... |
| | | 12/12/01 | Central Garden & Pet to Announce Fourth Quarter and Full-Year Results and Host Analyst Conference Call|
LAFAYETTE, CALIFORNIA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--December 12, 2001--Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) will announce results for the
fourth quarter and full year ended September 29, 2001, on Thursday,
December 20, 2001, in the late afternoon.
Central will also host a dial-in analyst conference call shortly
following the earnings release on Thursday, December 20, 2001 at 5:30
p.m. New York time (2:30 p.m. San Francisco time) to discuss fourth
quarter and full year 2001 resu... |
| | | 08/07/01 | Central Garden & Pet Announces Third Quarter Results for Fiscal 2001|
LAFAYETTE, CALIFORNIA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--August 7, 2001--Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) today announced financial results
for the fiscal third quarter ended June 30, 2001.
Net sales for the fiscal third quarter were $343.1 million,
compared with $452.4 million in the comparable 2000 period. Net income
for the fiscal third quarter was $7.7 million compared with net income
of $12.9 million in the comparable 2000 quarter. Earnings per diluted
share were $0.38, com... |
| | | 08/03/01 | Central Garden & Pet to Announce Third Quarter 2001 Results and Host Analyst Conference Call| LAFAYETTE, CALIFORNIA, Aug 3, 2001 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Central Garden & Pet
Company (NASDAQ: CENT) will announce results for the third quarter ended June
30, 2001, on Tuesday, August 7, 2001, in the late afternoon.
Central will also host a dial-in analyst conference call shortly following the
earnings release on Tuesday, August 7, 2001 at 5:30 p.m. New York time (2:30
p.m. San Francisco time) to discuss third quarter 2001 results. Individuals can
access the call by dialing 877-692-2591 a... |
| | | 06/06/01 | Central Garden & Pet Appoints Jack Balousek to Board of Directors| LAFAYETTE, CALIFORNIA, Jun 6, 2001 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Central Garden & Pet
Company (NASDAQ: CENT) today announced that Jack Balousek has been appointed to
the Company's board of directors. During his career, Balousek has taken a
leadership role in the identification and building of brand equities for such
familiar names as Levi's 501's, Dockers, Taco Bell, Mattel, Mazda, Sunkist,
Clorox, and the California Dancing Raisins, among many others.
"Jack Balousek brings more than 20 years of s... |
| | | 05/10/01 | Central Garden & Pet Announces Second Quarter Results for Fiscal 2001|
LAFAYETTE, California--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 10, 2001--Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) today announced financial results
for the fiscal second quarter ended March 31, 2001.
Net sales for the fiscal second quarter were $324.1 million,
compared with $382.9 million in the comparable 2000 period. Net income
for the fiscal second quarter was $2.7 million compared with net
income of $12.1 million in the comparable 2000 quarter. Earnings per
diluted share were $0.15, c... |
| | | 04/12/01 | Central Garden & Pet Provides Guidance On Fiscal Second Quarter 2001 Results|
LAFAYETTE, CALIFORNIA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 12, 2001--Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) today announced that it expects to
report lower than expected earnings for its second fiscal quarter
ending March 31, 2001. The shortfall is primarily attributable to an
exceptionally late spring in most of the U.S., which has negatively
impacted retail sales, and heightened retailer focus on reducing
inventory levels.
Central Garden & Pet expects to report diluted earnings ... |
| | | 03/29/01 | Central Garden & Pet's All-Glass Aquarium Subsidiary Wins Pet Industry Distributors Association's Best New Product Award|
LAFAYETTE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 29, 2001--Central Garden
& Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT), today announced that it's All-Glass
Aquarium(R) subsidiary has received the Pet Industry Distributors
Association's (PIDA) annual "Best New Product Award" in the aquarium
category for it's MINI-BOW 7(TM) aquarium.
"We are very proud of the All-Glass organization and applaud their
accomplishments," said Glenn Novotny, President of Central Garden &
Pet. "All-Glass is the newest me... |
| | | 03/08/01 | CENTRAL GARDEN & PET'S TFH/NYLABONE SUBSIDIARY WINS BEST NEW PRODUCT AWARD FOR INNOVATIVE FOLD-AWAY PET CARRIERS|
LAFAYETTE, CALIFORNIA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 8, 2001--
Fully-Loaded to Fully-Folded in Seconds(TM)
Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT), today announced that
its TFH/Nylabone(R) (TFH) subsidiary has received the Pet Industry
Distributors Association's (PIDA) annual "Best New Product Award" in
the dog and cat category for its Nylabone Fold-Away Pet Carriers(TM).
This is the second year in a row that TFH has received this
prestigious award. Last year T... |
| | | 02/08/01 | Central Garden & Pet Reports First Quarter Results for Fiscal 2001|
LAFAYETTE, CALIFORNIA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--February 8, 2001--Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) today announced its financial
results for the fiscal first quarter of 2001, ended December 30, 2000.
Net sales for the first quarter were $213.3 million compared with
$219.1 million in the comparable fiscal 2000 period. The Company
recorded a net loss for the quarter of $4.5 million, or $0.24 per
share, compared with a net loss of $6.5 million or $0.33 per share in
the comp... |
| | | 12/19/00 | Central Garden & Pet Reports Fourth Quarter and Full-year Results for Fiscal 2000|
LAFAYETTE, California--(BUSINESS WIRE)--December 19, 2000--
Announces Reorganization Of Business To Improve Focus And
Profitability
Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) today announced its
financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended September
30, 2000.
Full year net sales were $1.4 billion compared with $1.5 billion
in fiscal 1999. Central reported a net loss for fiscal 2000 of $11.8
million,... |
| | | 12/11/00 | Central Garden & Pet to Announce Fourth Quarter and Full-Year Results and Host Analyst Conference Call|
LAFAYETTE, California--(BUSINESS WIRE)--December 11, 2000--Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) will announce results for the
fourth quarter and full year ended September 30, 2000, on Tuesday,
December 19, 2000, in the late afternoon.
Central will also host a dial-in analyst conference call shortly
following the earnings release on Tuesday, December 19, 2000 at 5:30
p.m. New York time (2:30 p.m. San Francisco time) to discuss fourth
quarter and full year 2000 financi... |
| | | 10/02/00 | Central Garden & Pet Announces Acquisition of All-Glass Aquarium|
LAFAYETTE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 2, 2000--Central Garden &
Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) today announced that it has, through one of
its subsidiaries, acquired All-Glass Aquarium Co., Inc., a leading
manufacturer and marketer of aquariums and related products. Terms of
the transaction were not disclosed.
Based in Franklin, Wisconsin, All-Glass has annual sales of
approximately $57 million and has approximately 250 employees, with
manufacturing facilities located in Fr... |
| | | 09/19/00 | Central Garden & Pet Provides Guidance On Fiscal Fourth Quarter 2000 Results|
LAFAYETTE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--September 19, 2000--Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) today announced that it expects to
report lower than expected sales and gross profit for its fourth
fiscal quarter ending September 30, 2000. The principal reason for the
shortfall is Central's decision to cease agency shipments on behalf of
The Scotts Company (NYSE:SMG) with whom it is now in litigation. For
the current quarter, the decline in revenue attributable to the
foregone agen... |
| | | 09/19/00 | Central Garden & Pet's Pennington Subsidiary And KRB Seed Company LLC Reach Agreement On Lofts and Rebel Business|
LAFAYETTE, CALIFORNIA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--September 19,
2000--Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) a leading
manufacturer, supplier, and merchandiser of consumer lawn and garden
and pet supply products, today announced that its Pennington
subsidiary has reached agreement with KRB Seed Company, LLC to acquire
certain assets and licensing rights with respect to Lofts(R) and Rebel
facilities and products.
Under the agreements Pennington will acquire substantially all of
... |
| | | 08/28/00 | Central Garden & Pet's T.F.H./Nylabone Subsidiary Launches Innovative Fold-Away Pet Carrier|
LAFAYETTE, California--(BUSINESS WIRE)--August 28, 2000--
Fully-Loaded to Fully-Folded in Seconds(TM)
Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) announced today that
its T.F.H./Nylabone(R) subsidiary has successfully launched one of
this year's hottest new pet items - the Fold-Away Pet Carrier(TM).
"We are very pleased that the Fold-Away Pet Carrier(TM) has
received such positive recognition, including ABC's "Good Morning
America" profile o... |
| | | 08/28/00 | Central Garden & Pet Names President And CEO Of Central Garden Distribution|
LAFAYETTE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--August 28, 2000--Central
Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) announced today that Mike Buchen
has been named President and CEO of Central Garden Distribution. In
this capacity, Buchen will be responsible for Central's lawn and
garden distribution operations in the Northern California, Northwest,
and Dallas-based regions, as well as Ezell Nursery in Southern
California, and Central's affiliate relationships with Commerce and
Pennington Seed. Centra... |
| | | 08/03/00 | Central Garden & Pet Comments On Destruction of Phoenix Distribution Facility|
LAFAYETTE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 3, 2000--Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) today announced that its Phoenix, Arizona lawn and garden distribution center was destroyed by a fire of undetermined origin on the evening of August 2, 2000. The fire also heavily damaged a medical supply distribution center operated by a third party, which is located in an adjoining facility and caused the evacuation of neighboring businesses and residences. The Phoenix facility is one of the Com... |
| | | 08/03/00 | Central Garden & Pet Announces Withdrawal of Form 10 for Spin-Off of Lawn & Garden Distribution Business; Company Plans to Refile Within 30 to 60 Days|
LAFAYETTE, CALIFORNIA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--August 3, 2000--Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) today announced that it plans to withdraw and refile within 30 to 60 days its previously filed Form 10 registration statement relating to the proposed spin off of its lawn and garden distribution business to shareholders. Central plans to refile the Form 10 after it has been updated to reflect the restructuring of Central's lawn and garden distribution business. Under the rules of the Securit... |
| | | 08/03/00 | Central Garden & Pet Announces Third Quarter Results for Fiscal 2000|
LAFAYETTE, CALIFORNIA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--August 3, 2000--Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT), a leading manufacturer, supplier, and merchandiser of consumer lawn and garden and pet supply products, today announced financial results for the fiscal third quarter ended June 24, 2000.
Net sales for the fiscal third quarter were $453.8 million compared to $529.1 million in the fiscal 1999 third quarter. Net income for the fiscal third quarter was $12.9 million, or $0.61 per ... |
| | | 07/19/00 | Central Garden & Pet Company Announces Discontinuance of Distribution Relationship With The Scotts Company|
LAFAYETTE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 19, 2000--Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) today announced that it has learned from The Scotts Company (NYSE: SMG) that Scotts intends to discontinue its distribution relationship with Central after September 30, 2000. The affected products would include Scotts(R), Ortho(R) and Miracle-Gro(R) products and consumer Roundup(R) products manufactured by Pharmacia Corporation (formerly known as Monsanto Company) for which Scotts acts as Pharm... |
| | | 07/06/00 | Central Garden & Pet Responds to Litigation|
LAFAYETTE, CALIFORNIA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 6, 2000--Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) today announced that its previously disclosed disputes with The Scotts Company and Pharmacia Corporation (formerly known as Monsanto Company) have resulted in litigation.
Scotts filed suit against Central in Federal Court in Ohio to collect the purchase price of certain lawn and garden products previously sold to Central. Central has withheld payments to Scotts of approximately $17... |
| | | 06/07/00 | Central Garden & Pet Files Form 10 With SEC to Spin Off Lawn and Garden Distribution Business|
LAFAYETTE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--June 7, 2000--Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) today announced that it has filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") a Form 10 which, when declared effective by the SEC, would permit the Company to spin off its lawn and garden distribution business to shareholders. After the spin-off is completed, the lawn and garden distribution business would become a separate public company while Central would continue to operate its existing... |
| | | 05/04/00 | Central Garden & Pet Announces Second Quarter Results for Fiscal 2000|
LAFAYETTE, California--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 4, 2000--Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT), the nation's leading manufacturer, supplier, and merchandiser of consumer lawn and garden and pet supply products, today announced financial results for the fiscal second quarter ended March 25, 2000.
Net sales for the fiscal second quarter were $382.9 million, compared with $447.1 million in the comparable 1999 period. The decrease in net sales principally reflects the previousl... |
| | | 03/29/00 | Central Garden & Pet Acquires AMDRO and IMAGE Consumer Product Lines From American Cyanamid|
LAFAYETTE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 29, 2000--Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT), the nation's leading manufacturer, supplier, and merchandiser of consumer lawn and garden and pet supply products, today announced that its has acquired the AMDRO(R) and IMAGE(R) consumer product lines from American Cyanamid, the agricultural products division of American Home Products Corporation (NYSE: AHP), for approximately $28 million.
AMDRO(R) Fire Ant Bait is the leading fi... |
| | | 03/23/00 | Central Garden & Pet's T.F.H./Nylabone Subsidiary Wins Best New Product Award for Revolutionary Dog House|
LAFAYETTE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 23, 2000--Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT), the nation's leading manufacturer, supplier, and merchandiser of consumer lawn and garden and pet supply products, today announced that its T.F.H./Nylabone(R) subsidiary has received the Pet Industry Distributors Association's (PIDA) annual "Best New Product Award" in the dog and cat category for its Canine Habitat Collapsible Doghouse.
"We are extremely pleased that T.F.H./Nylabo... |
| | | 03/20/00 | Central Garden & Pet Announces Plans to Spin Off Its Lawn and Garden Distribution Business|
LAFAYETTE, CALIFORNIA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 20, 2000--Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) today announced that it is preparing to file with the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") a Form 10 which, when declared effective by the SEC, would permit the Company to spin off its lawn and garden distribution business to shareholders. If the spinoff is completed, the lawn and garden distribution business would become a separate public company while Central would continue to operat... |
| | | 03/02/00 | Central Garden & Pet's Norcal Pottery Subsidiary Acquires White's Pottery|
LAFAYETTE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 2, 2000--Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT), the nation's leading manufacturer, supplier, and merchandiser of consumer lawn and garden and pet supply products, today announced that its Norcal Pottery Products, Inc. subsidiary has acquired White's Pottery, L.P., an importer and distributor of terra cotta pottery products. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
White's Pottery, which has facilities in Houston and San Anto... |
| | | 02/03/00 | Central Garden & Pet Announces First Quarter Results for Fiscal 2000|
LAFAYETTE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--February 3, 2000--Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT), the nation's leading manufacturer, supplier, and merchandiser of consumer lawn and garden and pet supply products, today announced financial results for the fiscal first quarter of 2000, ended December 25, 1999.
Net sales for the first quarter were $218.6 million, compared with $228.0 million in the comparable fiscal 1999 period. The Company recorded a net loss for the quarter o... |
| | | 01/24/00 | Central Garden & Pet Appoints Lee D. Hines, Jr. Chief Financial Officer|
LAFAYETTE, CALIFORNIA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--January 24, 2000--Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) today announced the appointment of Lee D. Hines, Jr. to the position of Chief Financial Officer. Mr. Hines succeeds Robert B. Jones, who has served as Central's Chief Financial Officer since 1993. Mr. Jones will remain Vice President, reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, and will focus on implementing the Company's strategic initiatives for profitability improvement.
Com... |
| | | 01/12/00 | Central Garden & Pet's Pennington Subsidiary Acquires Unicorn Laboratories|
LAFAYETTE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--January 12, 2000--Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT), the nation's leading manufacturer, supplier, and merchandiser of consumer lawn and garden and pet supply products, today announced that its Pennington subsidiary has acquired Unicorn Laboratories. Unicorn serves the U.S. animal health and lawn and garden industries as a private label and branded manufacturer. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
Unicorn has annual sales ... |
| | | 01/06/00 | Central Garden & Pet's Pennington Subsidiary Acquires Equity Stake in Cedar Works|
LAFAYETTE, California--(BUSINESS WIRE)--January 6, 2000--Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT), the nation's leading manufacturer, supplier, and merchandiser of consumer lawn and garden and pet supply products, today announced that its Pennington subsidiary has acquired an equity stake in Cedar Works, a manufacturer of bird feeders. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
Based in Ohio, Cedar Works has annual sales of approximately $23 million and has approximately... |
| | | 01/05/00 | Central Garden & Pet Appoints Bruce A. Westphal to Board of Directors|
LAFAYETTE, California--(BUSINESS WIRE)--January 5, 2000--Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT), the nation's leading manufacturer, supplier, and merchandiser of consumer lawn and garden and pet supply products, announced today that Bruce A. Westphal has been appointed to the Company's Board of Directors.
"Bruce Westphal brings years of operational and strategic business experience and exceptional leadership skills to Central," said William E. Brown, Chief Executive Offi... |
| | | 01/03/00 | Central Garden & Pet Provides Guidance On Fiscal 2000 Earnings|
LAFAYETTE, CALIFORNIA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--January 3, 2000--Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT), the nation's leading manufacturer, supplier, and merchandiser of consumer lawn and garden and pet supply products, announced today that it expects to report a loss of between $0.29 and $0.39 per share for the fiscal first quarter of 2000, ended December 25, 1999. The Company typically reports a first quarter loss. The Company said results reflect lower distribution sales related to the pr... |
| | | 12/16/99 | Central Garden & Pet Reports Fourth Quarter and Full-Year Results for Fiscal 1999|
LAFAYETTE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec. 16, 1999--Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT), the nation's leading manufacturer, supplier, and merchandiser of consumer lawn and garden and pet supply products, today announced its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended September 25, 1999.
Full year net sales increased 19% to $1.5 billion from $1.3 billion in fiscal 1998. Central reported net income for fiscal 1999 of $24.5 million, or $0.89 per diluted s... |
| | | 10/05/99 | Central Garden & Pet Increases Share Repurchase Program by Additional $25 Million| LAFAYETTE, California--Oct. 5, 1999--Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT), the nation's leading supplier of consumer lawn and garden and pet supply products, announced today that the Company's Board of Directors has authorized an increase of $25 million in the Company's share repurchase program, bringing the existing program from $130 million to $155 million. To date, the Company has repurchased 11.4 million shares for approximately $127 million.
Purchases will be made throug... |
| | | 08/05/99 | Central Garden & Pet Announces Third Quarter Results for Fiscal 1999|
LAFAYETTE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--August 5, 1999--Central Garden & Pet Company
(NASDAQ: CENT), the nation's leading supplier of consumer lawn and garden and pet supply
products, today announced financial results for the fiscal third quarter ended June 26,
1999.
Net sales for the fiscal third quarter were $529.1 million compared to $502.2 million
in the fiscal 1998 third quarter. Net income for the fiscal third quarter was $13.7
million, or $0.47 per diluted share, compared w... |
| | | 07/12/99 | Central Garden & Pet Increases Share Repurchase Program by Additional $25 Million|
LAFAYETTE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 12, 1999--Central Garden & Pet Company
(NASDAQ: CENT), the nation's leading supplier of consumer lawn and garden and pet supply
products, announced today that the Company's Board of Directors has authorized an increase
of $25 million in the Company's share repurchase program, bringing the existing program
from $105 million to $130 million. To date, the Company has repurchased 8.3 million shares
for approximately $99.7 million.
Purchases... |
| | | 07/12/99 | Central Garden & Pet Company Announces Changes in Distribution Services for the Company|
LAFAYETTE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 12, 1999--Central Garden & Pet Company
(NASDAQ: CENT) today announced that it has learned from The Scotts Company (NYSE: SMG)
that Scotts intends to alter its distribution system for certain products, including the
Ortho(R) and Miracle-Gro(R) products and Monsanto Company's consumer Roundup(R) products
for which Scotts acts as Monsanto's exclusive sales agent.
Currently, Central distributes Ortho and Roundup products under an exclusive
... |
| | | 06/11/99 | Central Garden & Pet Increases Share Repurchase Program by Additional $25 Million|
LAFAYETTE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--June 11, 1999--Central Garden & Pet Company
(NASDAQ:CENT), the nation's leading supplier of consumer lawn and garden and pet supply
products, announced today that the company's Board of Directors has authorized an increase
of $25 million in the company's share repurchase program, bringing the existing program
from $80 million to $105 million. To date, the company has repurchased 6.0 million shares
for approximately $77.6 million. Purchases will b... |
| | | 05/06/99 | Central Garden & Pet Announces Second Quarter Results for Fiscal 1999|
LAFAYETTE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 6, 1999--Central Garden & Pet Company
(NASDAQ:CENT), the nation's leading supplier of consumer lawn and garden and pet supply
products, today announced record financial results for the fiscal second quarter ended
March 27, 1999.
Net sales for the fiscal second quarter increased 25.5% to $447.1 million from $356.2
million in the comparable 1998 period. Net income for the fiscal second quarter was $15.5
million compared with net income of ... |
| | | 03/30/99 | Central Garden & Pet Increases Share Repurchase Program by Additional $25 Million|
LAFAYETTE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 30, 1999--Central Garden & Pet Company
(NASDAQ: CENT), the nation's leading supplier of consumer lawn and garden and pet supply
products, announced today that the Company's Board of Directors has authorized an increase
of $25 million in the Company's share repurchase program, bringing the existing program
from $55 million to $80 million. To date, the Company has repurchased 3.86 million shares
for approximately $51.4 million. Purchases will... |
| | | 02/04/99 | Central Garden & Pet Announces First Quarter Results For Fiscal 1999|
LAFAYETTE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 4, 1999--Central Garden & Pet Company
(NASDAQ:CENT), the nation's leading supplier of consumer lawn and garden and pet supply
products, today announced financial results for the fiscal first quarter ended December
26, 1998.
Net sales for the first quarter increased 64.2% to $228.0 million from $138.8 million
in the comparable fiscal 1998 period. The company recorded a net loss for the quarter of
$435,000 or $0.01 per diluted share, comp... |
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