NEWS

Aug 08, 2007

Franklin, WI (March 6, 2007) – Oceanic™, the premium brand of aquarium products from Central Aquatics™, a division of Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) is pleased to announce that Oceanic Ultimate Aquarium Series earned second place in the Global Pet Expo 2007 Best New Product Showcase under the Aquarium category. Global Pet Expo is the pet industry’s largest annual tradeshow, which hosted over 760 exhibitors in Orlando, Florida this year.

The 4,500 buyers that attended Global Pet Expo were asked to vote on 800 products entered in the New Product Showcase. Among these products, the American Pet Products Manufactures Association and the Pet Industry Distributors Association named the top three best new products selected for each of the 11 categories.

“This is a terrific achievement for Oceanic,” says Matt Allen, Oceanic brand manager. “To be honored for our premium Oceanic Ultimate Aquariums Series illustrates how we are revolutionizing the hobby by incorporating industry-leading components in all Oceanic products.”

Optically clear and beautifully polished, Oceanic Ultimate Aquariums features Starphire Glass fronts — allowing aquarium owners to enjoy the true colors of fish and coral without distortion.

About Oceanic
Oceanic™ products are produced by Central Aquatics, a division of Central Garden and Pet®, a company that innovates, markets and manufactures quality branded aquarium equipment. Oceanic is a leading provider of aquariums and aquatic accessories designed to enhance the fish-owning experience. From cabinets and canopies to water care and filters, Oceanic products help the intermediate to advanced level fish hobbyist create and maintain a thriving environment for their fish. For more information, please visit www.oceanicsystems.com.