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Business Wire
02-06-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Central Garden & Pet to Participate in a Fireside Chat at the Virtual Oppenheimer 25th Annual Consumer Growth and E-Commerce Conference
WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT), (NASDAQ: CENTA), ('Central'), a market leader in the pet and garden industries, today announced its participation in the virtual Oppenheimer 25th Consumer Growth and E-Commerce Conference, taking place on Monday, June 9, 2025. Brad Smith, CFO, will take part in a fireside chat at 3:45 PM ET (12:45 PM PT), where he will discuss Central's most recent financial results and strategic growth initiatives. In addition, senior management will host one-on-one meetings with institutional investors throughout the day. Brad Smith, CFO of Central Garden & Pet, will take part in a fireside chat at 3:45 PM ET (12:45 PM PT) on June 9, 2025. Share A live webcast of the fireside chat - and a replay following the event - will be accessible on the Central Investor Relations website at: About Central Garden & Pet Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) (NASDAQ: CENTA) understands home is central to life and has proudly nurtured happy and healthy homes for over 40 years. With fiscal 2024 net sales of $3.2 billion, Central is on a mission to lead the future of the pet and garden industries. The Company's innovative and trusted products are dedicated to helping lawns grow greener, gardens bloom bigger, pets live healthier, and communities grow stronger. Central is home to a leading portfolio of more than 65 high-quality brands including Amdro®, Aqueon®, Cadet®, C&S®, Farnam®, Ferry-Morse®, Four Paws®, Kaytee®, Nylabone® and Pennington®, strong manufacturing and distribution capabilities, and a passionate, entrepreneurial growth culture. Central is based in Walnut Creek, California, with over 6,000 employees primarily across North America. Visit to learn more.
Yahoo
08-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Central Garden & Pet (NASDAQ:CENT) Reports Sales Below Analyst Estimates In Q1 Earnings
Pet company Central Garden & Pet (NASDAQ:CENT) fell short of the market's revenue expectations in Q1 CY2025, with sales falling 7.4% year on year to $833.5 million. Its non-GAAP profit of $1.04 per share was 11.6% above analysts' consensus estimates. Is now the time to buy Central Garden & Pet? Find out in our full research report. Central Garden & Pet (CENT) Q1 CY2025 Highlights: Revenue: $833.5 million vs analyst estimates of $878.8 million (7.4% year-on-year decline, 5.1% miss) Adjusted EPS: $1.04 vs analyst estimates of $0.93 (11.6% beat) Adjusted EBITDA: $120.8 million vs analyst estimates of $114.5 million (14.5% margin, 5.5% beat) Management reiterated its full-year Adjusted EPS guidance of $2.20 at the midpoint Operating Margin: 11.2%, in line with the same quarter last year Free Cash Flow was -$57.52 million compared to -$33.87 million in the same quarter last year Market Capitalization: $2.04 billion Company Overview Enhancing the lives of both pets and homeowners, Central Garden & Pet (NASDAQ:CENT) is a leading producer and distributor of essential products for pet care, lawn and garden maintenance, and pest control. Sales Growth Reviewing a company's long-term sales performance reveals insights into its quality. Even a bad business can shine for one or two quarters, but a top-tier one grows for years. With $3.16 billion in revenue over the past 12 months, Central Garden & Pet carries some recognizable products but is a mid-sized consumer staples company. Its size could bring disadvantages compared to larger competitors benefiting from better brand awareness and economies of scale. As you can see below, Central Garden & Pet's demand was weak over the last three years. Its sales fell by 2.4% annually, a poor baseline for our analysis. Central Garden & Pet Quarterly Revenue This quarter, Central Garden & Pet missed Wall Street's estimates and reported a rather uninspiring 7.4% year-on-year revenue decline, generating $833.5 million of revenue. Looking ahead, sell-side analysts expect revenue to grow 3.3% over the next 12 months. Although this projection indicates its newer products will fuel better top-line performance, it is still below the sector average. Software is eating the world and there is virtually no industry left that has been untouched by it. That drives increasing demand for tools helping software developers do their jobs, whether it be monitoring critical cloud infrastructure, integrating audio and video functionality, or ensuring smooth content streaming. Click here to access a free report on our 3 favorite stocks to play this generational megatrend.
Business Wire
07-05-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Central Garden & Pet Announces Q2 Fiscal 2025 Financial Results
WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) (NASDAQ: CENTA) ('Central'), a market leader in the pet and garden industries, today announced financial results for its fiscal 2025 second quarter ended March 29, 2025. 'Despite expected softer sales, our continued focus on improving productivity and execution of our Cost and Simplicity program drove margin and earnings per share growth above last year's performance,' said Niko Lahanas, CEO of Central Garden & Pet. Share 'We are pleased with our solid second-quarter results. Despite expected softer sales, our continued focus on improving productivity and execution of our Cost and Simplicity program drove margin and earnings per share growth above last year's performance,' said Niko Lahanas, CEO of Central Garden & Pet. 'Although a significant portion of the garden season is still ahead, and notwithstanding the uncertain macroeconomic and geopolitical environment, we are reaffirming our fiscal year outlook and remain committed to delivering on our Central to Home strategy with excellence.' All comparisons are against the second quarter of fiscal 2024. Fiscal 2025 Second Quarter Financial Results Net sales were $834 million, a decrease of 7%. Gross profit was $273 million, a decrease of 2%. Gross margin expanded by 180 basis points to 32.8%, driven by productivity efforts from Central's Cost and Simplicity program. SG&A expense was $180 million, a decrease of 3% reflecting cost discipline across the organization. Due to lower net sales, SG&A as a percentage of net sales increased by 100 basis points to 21.6%. Operating income was $93 million, in line with the prior year. Operating margin expanded by 80 basis points to 11.2%. Non-GAAP operating income was $99 million, also in line with the prior year. On a non-GAAP basis, operating margin expanded by 80 basis points to 11.8%. Net interest expense was $9 million compared to $11 million. Net income was $64 million, an increase of 3%. Non-GAAP net income was $68 million, also an increase of 3%. Earnings per share were $0.98, an increase of $0.05. Non-GAAP Earnings per share were $1.04, also an increase of $0.05. Adjusted EBITDA of $123 million was $1 million below the prior-year quarter. The effective tax rate was 23.5% compared to 23.4% in the prior year. Pet Segment Net sales for the Pet segment were $454 million, a decrease of 6%, driven primarily by the timing of customer orders and promotional events that shifted sales into the first quarter and assortment rationalization and softer demand in durable pet products in the second quarter. Pet segment operating income was $61 million, a decrease of 3%. Operating margin expanded by 40 basis points to 13.4%. Non-GAAP operating income was $66 million, an improvement of 5%. On a non-GAAP basis, the operating margin expanded by 150 basis points to 14.5%, driven by productivity improvements. Pet segment adjusted EBITDA of $75 million was $2 million above the prior-year quarter. Garden Segment Net sales for the Garden segment were $380 million, a decrease of 10%, primarily due to customers shifting pre-season orders into the first quarter, unfavorable weather resulting in a late-breaking spring selling season and the loss of two product lines in Central's third-party distribution business. Garden segment operating income was $59 million, an increase of 3%. Operating margin expanded by 190 basis points to 15.5% driven by productivity efforts. Garden segment adjusted EBITDA of $69 million was $4 million below the prior-year quarter. Liquidity and Debt The cash and cash equivalents balance at the end of the quarter was $517 million, an improvement of $215 million driven by earnings and ongoing inventory reduction efforts over the last 12 months. Cash used by operations during the quarter was $47 million compared to $25 million a year ago. Total debt as of March 29, 2025, and March 30, 2024, was $1.2 billion. The gross leverage ratio, as defined in Central's credit agreement, at the end of the second quarter, was 2.9x, in line with the prior-year quarter. Central repurchased 1.2 million shares or $41 million of its stock during the quarter. After the second quarter end, Central repurchased an additional 1.2 million shares or $39 million of its stock through April 30, 2025. As of April 30, 2025, $63 million remained available for future stock repurchases. Cost and Simplicity Program Central continues to achieve meaningful progress in its multi-year Cost and Simplicity program, which comprises a comprehensive suite of initiatives across procurement, manufacturing, logistics, portfolio management, and administrative expenditures. These initiatives are intended to streamline operations, enhance organizational efficiency, and drive simplification across the enterprise. In the second quarter of fiscal 2025, Central began winding down its operations in the United Kingdom and is moving to a direct-export model to service customers in the U.K. and certain European markets. As a result, Central's Pet segment incurred $5.3 million in initial costs, including $4.4 million in cost of goods sold and $0.9 million in selling, general and administrative costs, all of which was non-cash. Fiscal 2025 Guidance Central continues to expect fiscal 2025 non-GAAP EPS to be $2.20 or better. This outlook reflects an expected shift in consumer behavior amid macroeconomic and geopolitical uncertainty, challenges within the brick-and-mortar retail landscape, and the weather variability anticipated for the remainder of the fiscal year. This outlook excludes the potential impact from further changes in tariff rates, or from acquisitions, divestitures, or restructuring activities that may occur during fiscal 2025, including initiatives associated with the Cost and Simplicity program. Central anticipates fiscal 2025 capital expenditures of approximately $60 million. Conference Call Central's senior management will host a conference call today at 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time (1:30 p.m. Pacific Time) to review the fiscal 2025 second quarter results and provide a general business update. The call, along with related materials, can be accessed at Alternatively, to listen to the call by telephone, dial (201) 689-8345 (domestic and international) entering confirmation #13751785. About Central Garden & Pet Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) (NASDAQ: CENTA) understands home is central to life and has proudly nurtured happy and healthy homes for over 40 years. With fiscal 2024 net sales of $3.2 billion, Central is on a mission to lead the future of the pet and garden industries. The Company's innovative and trusted products are dedicated to helping lawns grow greener, gardens bloom bigger, pets live healthier, and communities grow stronger. Central is home to a leading portfolio of more than 65 high-quality brands including Amdro ®, Aqueon ®, Cadet ®, C&S ®, Farnam ®, Ferry-Morse ®, Four Paws ®, Kaytee ®, Nylabone ® and Pennington ®, strong manufacturing and distribution capabilities, and a passionate, entrepreneurial growth culture. Central is based in Walnut Creek, California, with over 6,000 employees primarily across North America. Visit to learn more. Safe Harbor Statement The statements contained in this release which are not historical facts, including statements concerning productivity initiatives, the expected impact of tariffs, deflationary pressure in certain commodity businesses, an expected shift in consumer behavior and earnings guidance for fiscal 2025, are forward-looking statements that are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those set forth in or implied by forward-looking statements. All forward-looking statements are based upon Central's current expectations and various assumptions. There are a number of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from the forward-looking statements contained in this release including, but not limited to, the following factors: economic uncertainty and other adverse macroeconomic conditions, including a potential recession; impacts of tariffs or a trade war; risks associated with international sourcing, including from China; fluctuations in energy prices, fuel and related petrochemical costs; declines in consumer spending and the associated increased inventory risk; seasonality and fluctuations in our operating results and cash flow; adverse weather conditions and climate change; the success of our Central to Home strategy and our Cost and Simplicity program; fluctuations in market prices for seeds and grains and other raw materials, including the impact of significant declines in grass seed market prices on our inventory valuation; risks associated with new product introductions, including the risk that our new products will not produce sufficient sales to recoup our investment; dependence on a small number of customers for a significant portion of our business; consolidation trends in the retail industry; supply shortages in pet birds, small animals and fish; potential credit risk associated with certain brick and mortar retailers in the pet specialty segment; reductions in demand for our product categories; competition in our industries; continuing implementation of an enterprise resource planning information technology system; regulatory issues; potential environmental liabilities; access to and cost of additional capital; the impact of product recalls; risks associated with our acquisition strategy, including our ability to successfully integrate acquisitions and the impact of purchase accounting on our financial results; potential goodwill or intangible asset impairment; the potential for significant deficiencies or material weaknesses in internal control over financial reporting, particularly of acquired companies; our dependence upon our key executives; our ability to recruit and retain members of our management team and employees to support our businesses; potential costs and risks associated with actual or potential cyberattacks; our ability to protect our trademarks and other proprietary rights; litigation and product liability claims; the impact of new accounting regulations and the possibility our effective tax rate will increase as a result of future changes in the corporate tax rate or other tax law changes; potential dilution from issuance of authorized shares; and the voting power associated with our Class B stock. These and other risks are described in greater detail in Central's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended September 28, 2024, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 27, 2024. Central assumes no obligation to publicly update these forward-looking statements to reflect new information, future events, or any other development. CENTRAL GARDEN & PET COMPANY CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS (in thousands, except per share amounts, unaudited) Three Months Ended Six Months Ended March 29, 2025 March 30, 2024 March 29, 2025 March 30, 2024 Net sales $ 833,537 $ 900,090 $ 1,489,973 $ 1,534,623 Cost of goods sold 560,454 621,210 1,021,191 1,076,898 Gross profit 273,083 278,880 468,782 457,725 Selling, general and administrative expenses 179,759 185,433 347,466 355,866 Operating income 93,324 93,447 121,316 101,859 Interest expense (14,510 ) (14,376 ) (28,980 ) (28,692 ) Interest income 5,152 2,903 11,892 7,512 Other income (expense) 744 (171 ) (973 ) 822 Income before income taxes and noncontrolling interest 84,710 81,803 103,255 81,501 Income tax expense 19,903 19,134 24,267 18,265 Income including noncontrolling interest 64,807 62,669 78,988 63,236 Net income attributable to noncontrolling interest 1,174 682 1,346 819 Net income attributable to Central Garden & Pet Company $ 63,633 $ 61,987 $ 77,642 $ 62,417 Net income per share attributable to Central Garden & Pet Company: Basic $ 0.99 $ 0.94 $ 1.21 $ 0.95 Diluted $ 0.98 $ 0.93 $ 1.19 $ 0.93 Weighted average shares used in the computation of net income per share: Basic 64,140 65,638 64,346 65,526 Diluted 64,879 66,831 65,171 66,815 Expand CENTRAL GARDEN & PET COMPANY CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS (in thousands, unaudited) Six Months Ended March 29, 2025 March 30, 2024 Cash flows from operating activities: Net income $ 78,988 $ 63,236 Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash used by operating activities: Depreciation and amortization 42,580 45,357 Amortization of deferred financing costs 1,347 1,340 Non-cash lease expense 29,987 25,753 Stock-based compensation 9,528 8,927 Deferred income taxes 2,525 2,673 Other operating activities (1,056 ) 1,811 Change in assets and liabilities (excluding businesses acquired): Accounts receivable (252,375 ) (240,408 ) Inventories (67,654 ) (59,263 ) Prepaid expenses and other assets (11,542 ) (7,492 ) Accounts payable 50,504 41,475 Accrued expenses 28,416 46,785 Other long-term obligations 2,100 673 Operating lease liabilities (29,043 ) (25,169 ) Net cash used by operating activities (115,695 ) (94,302 ) Cash flows from investing activities: Additions to plant, property and equipment (16,760 ) (19,478 ) Payments to acquire companies, net of cash acquired (3,318 ) (59,818 ) Investments — (850 ) Other investing activities (125 ) (140 ) Net cash used in investing activities (20,203 ) (80,286 ) Cash flows from financing activities: Repayments of long-term debt (145 ) (159 ) Repurchase of common stock, including shares surrendered for tax withholding (98,233 ) (12,055 ) Payment of contingent consideration liability — (57 ) Distribution to noncontrolling interest (1,346 ) (900 ) Net cash used by financing activities (99,724 ) (13,171 ) Effect of exchange rate changes on cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash (1,444 ) 415 Net decrease in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash (237,066 ) (187,344 ) Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash at beginning of period 768,403 502,873 Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash at end of period $ 531,337 $ 315,529 Supplemental information: Cash paid for interest $ 28,976 $ 28,695 Cash paid for income taxes $ 13,368 $ 13,775 Lease liabilities arising from obtaining right-of-use assets $ 30,776 $ 24,652 Expand Use of Non-GAAP Financial Measures We report our financial results in accordance with GAAP. However, to supplement the financial results prepared in accordance with GAAP, we use non-GAAP financial measures including non-GAAP net income and diluted net income per share, non-GAAP operating income, and adjusted EBITDA. Management uses these non-GAAP financial measures that exclude the impact of specific items (described below) in making financial, operating and planning decisions and in evaluating our performance. Also, Management believes that these non-GAAP financial measures may be useful to investors in their assessment of our ongoing operating performance and provide additional meaningful comparisons between current results and results in prior operating periods. While Management believes that non-GAAP measures are useful supplemental information, such adjusted results are not intended to replace our GAAP financial results and should be read in conjunction with those GAAP results. Adjusted EBITDA is defined by us as income before income tax, net other expense, net interest expense and depreciation and amortization and stock-based compensation expense (or operating income plus depreciation and amortization expense and stock-based compensation expense). Adjusted EBITDA further excludes one-time charges related to facility closures. We present adjusted EBITDA because we believe that adjusted EBITDA is a useful supplemental measure in evaluating the cash flows and performance of our business and provides greater transparency into our results of operations. Adjusted EBITDA is used by our management to perform such evaluations. Adjusted EBITDA should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for cash flow from operations, income from operations or other income statement measures prepared in accordance with GAAP. We believe that adjusted EBITDA is frequently used by investors, securities analysts and other interested parties in their evaluation of companies, many of which present adjusted EBITDA when reporting their results. Other companies may calculate adjusted EBITDA differently and it may not be comparable. The reconciliations of these non-GAAP measures to the most directly comparable financial measures calculated and presented in accordance with GAAP are shown in the tables below. Non-GAAP financial measures reflect adjustments based on the following items: Facility closures: we have excluded the charges related to our decision to close distribution and manufacturing facilities as they represent infrequent transactions that impact the comparability between operating periods. We believe these exclusions supplement the GAAP information with a measure that may be useful to investors in assessing the sustainability of our operating performance. From time to time in the future, there may be other items that we may exclude if we believe that doing so is consistent with the goal of providing useful supplemental information to investors and management. During the second quarter of fiscal 2025, we recognized incremental expense of $5.3 million in the consolidated statement of operations, related to the decision to wind-down our operations in the U.K. and the related facility there as we move to a direct-export model. During the second quarter of fiscal 2024, we recognized incremental expense of $5.3 million in the consolidated statement of operations, from the closure of a manufacturing facility in Chico, California, and the consolidation of our Southeast distribution network. Operating Income Reconciliation GAAP to Non-GAAP Reconciliation Three Months Ended March 30, 2024 Six Months Ended March 30, 2024 (in thousands) Net sales $ 900,090 $ — $ 900,090 $ 1,534,623 $ — $ 1,534,623 Cost of goods sold and occupancy 621,210 2,527 618,683 1,076,898 2,527 1,074,371 Gross profit $ 278,880 $ (2,527 ) $ 281,407 $ 457,725 $ (2,527 ) $ 460,252 Selling, general and administrative expenses 185,433 2,743 182,690 355,866 2,743 353,123 Income from operations $ 93,447 $ (5,270 ) $ 98,717 $ 101,859 $ (5,270 ) $ 107,129 Gross margin 31.0 % 31.3 % 29.8 % 30.0 % Operating margin 10.4 % 11.0 % 6.6 % 7.0 % Expand Pet Segment Operating Income Reconciliation GAAP to Non-GAAP Reconciliation Three Months Ended Six Months Ended March 29, 2025 March 30, 2024 March 29, 2025 March 30, 2024 (in thousands) GAAP operating income $ 60,614 $ 62,659 $ 111,871 $ 106,047 Facility closure (1 ) 5,339 — 5,339 — Non-GAAP operating income $ 65,953 $ 62,659 $ 117,210 $ 106,047 GAAP operating margin 13.4 % 13.0 % 12.7 % 11.9 % Non-GAAP operating margin 14.5 % 13.0 % 13.3 % 11.9 % Expand Garden Segment Operating Income Reconciliation GAAP to Non-GAAP Reconciliation Three Months Ended Six Months Ended March 29, 2025 March 30, 2024 March 29, 2025 March 30, 2024 (in thousands) GAAP operating income $ 58,731 $ 57,066 $ 61,154 $ 48,180 Facility closure (2 ) — 5,270 — 5,270 Non-GAAP operating income $ 58,731 $ 62,336 $ 61,154 $ 53,450 GAAP operating margin 15.5 % 13.6 % 10.0 % 7.5 % Non-GAAP operating margin 15.5 % 14.8 % 10.0 % 8.3 % Expand Adjusted EBITDA Reconciliation GAAP to Non-GAAP Reconciliation Three Months Ended March 29, 2025 Pet Garden Corporate Total (in thousands) Net income attributable to Central Garden & Pet Company $ — $ — $ — $ 63,633 Interest expense, net — — — 9,358 Other income — — — (744 ) Income tax expense — — — 19,903 Net income attributable to noncontrolling interest — — — 1,174 Income (loss) from operations 60,614 58,731 (26,021 ) 93,324 Depreciation & amortization 9,498 10,443 705 20,646 Noncash stock-based compensation — — 4,018 4,018 Facility closure (1 ) 5,339 — — 5,339 Adjusted EBITDA $ 75,451 $ 69,174 $ (21,298 ) $ 123,327 Expand Adjusted EBITDA Reconciliation GAAP to Non-GAAP Reconciliation Three Months Ended March 30, 2024 Pet Garden Corporate Total (in thousands) Net income attributable to Central Garden & Pet Company $ — $ — $ — $ 61,987 Interest expense, net — — — 11,473 Other expense — — — 171 Income tax expense — — — 19,134 Net income attributable to noncontrolling interest — — — 682 Income (loss) from operations 62,659 57,066 (26,278 ) 93,447 Depreciation & amortization 11,124 11,014 674 22,812 Noncash stock-based compensation — — 2,907 2,907 Facility closures (2 ) — 5,270 — 5,270 Adjusted EBITDA $ 73,783 $ 73,350 $ (22,697 ) $ 124,436 Expand Adjusted EBITDA Reconciliation GAAP to Non-GAAP Reconciliation Six Months Ended March 29, 2025 Pet Garden Corporate Total (in thousands) Net income attributable to Central Garden & Pet Company $ — $ — $ — $ 77,642 Interest expense, net — — — 17,088 Other expense — — — 973 Income tax expense — — — 24,267 Net income attributable to noncontrolling interest — — — 1,346 Income (loss) from operations 111,871 61,154 (51,709 ) 121,316 Depreciation & amortization 19,578 21,574 1,428 42,580 Noncash stock-based compensation — — 9,528 9,528 Facility closure (1 ) 5,339 — — 5,339 Adjusted EBITDA $ 136,788 $ 82,728 $ (40,753 ) $ 178,763 Expand Adjusted EBITDA Reconciliation GAAP to Non-GAAP Reconciliation Six Months Ended March 30, 2024 Pet Garden Corporate Total (in thousands) Net income attributable to Central Garden & Pet Company $ — $ — $ — $ 62,417 Interest expense, net — — — 21,180 Other income — — — (822 ) Income tax expense — — — 18,265 Net income attributable to noncontrolling interest — — — 819 Income (loss) from operations 106,047 48,180 (52,368 ) 101,859 Depreciation & amortization 21,922 22,020 1,415 45,357 Noncash stock-based compensation — — 8,927 8,927 Facility closures (2 ) — 5,270 — 5,270 Adjusted EBITDA $ 127,969 $ 75,470 $ (42,026 ) $ 161,413 Expand
Yahoo
02-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
AMDRO® Pest Control Solutions Teams Up with Brandon Jones for NASCAR CRAFTSMAN® Truck Series at Texas Motor Speedway
WALNUT CREEK, Calif., May 02, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--AMDRO® Pest Control Solutions, a leading brand within the Central Garden & Pet portfolio, is proud to announce its sponsorship of Brandon Jones in the upcoming NASCAR CRAFTSMAN® Truck Series™ race on Friday, May 2, 2025, at the iconic Texas Motor Speedway. The sponsorship continues the strong and valued partnership between Central Garden & Pet and Menards, one of the nation's premier home improvement retailers and a long-time supporter of motorsports. AMDRO, known for its powerful pest control solutions, is the perfect fit for the Texas race, where fire ants are a persistent concern for homeowners. "We're thrilled to have our AMDRO brand featured on Brandon's truck for this exciting race," said Andy Monfalcone, Senior Director of Marketing for Controls at Central Garden & Pet. "Texas is a key market for AMDRO, and fire ants are a major issue here. The bold graphics on Brandon's truck — matching the striking designs featured on our in-store packaging — will leave a lasting impression on race fans as they shop for effective pest control solutions at Menards." Brandon Jones, an Atlanta native and fan favorite, competes part-time in the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series™, proudly carrying Menards' iconic colors alongside the AMDRO brand. With Menards' deep legacy as a major sponsor across NASCAR, including the Craftsman Truck Series and Xfinity Series, and Tricon Garage's strong racing pedigree, this partnership brings together three brands built on strength, performance, and winning solutions. "We are proud of our long-standing relationship with Menards and honored to see our brands showcased with their support," added the Monfalcone. "Just like Menards and Tricon Garage, AMDRO stands for results — strong, effective, and built to win." Fans can follow Brandon Jones' racing journey and catch an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the AMDRO truck by following him on Instagram @brandonjonesrac. About AMDRO® Pest Control Solutions For over 40 years, AMDRO has been a trusted name in pest control, offering consumers effective and reliable solutions for their toughest pest problems. From fire ants to home-invading insects, AMDRO delivers professional-grade results that customers count on. Learn more at About Central Garden & Pet Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) (NASDAQ: CENTA) understands that home is central to life and has proudly nurtured happy and healthy homes for over 40 years. With fiscal 2024 net sales of $3.2 billion, Central is on a mission to lead the future of the Pet and Garden industries. The Company's innovative and trusted products are dedicated to helping lawns grow greener, gardens bloom bigger, pets live healthier, and communities grow stronger. Central is home to a leading portfolio of more than 65 high-quality brands, including Amdro®, Aqueon®, Cadet®, C&S®, Farnam®, Ferry-Morse®, Four Paws®, Kaytee®, Nylabone® and Pennington®, strong manufacturing and distribution capabilities, and a passionate, entrepreneurial growth culture. Central is based in Walnut Creek, California, with 6,400 employees primarily across North America. Visit to learn more. View source version on Contacts Media Contact Friederike Edelmann(925) 912-6726fedelmann@ Sign in to access your portfolio
Business Wire
02-05-2025
- Automotive
- Business Wire
AMDRO® Pest Control Solutions Teams Up with Brandon Jones for NASCAR CRAFTSMAN® Truck Series at Texas Motor Speedway
WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--AMDRO® Pest Control Solutions, a leading brand within the Central Garden & Pet portfolio, is proud to announce its sponsorship of Brandon Jones in the upcoming NASCAR CRAFTSMAN® Truck Series™ race on Friday, May 2, 2025, at the iconic Texas Motor Speedway. AMDRO, known for its powerful pest control solutions, is the perfect fit for the Texas race, where fire ants are a persistent concern for homeowners. The sponsorship continues the strong and valued partnership between Central Garden & Pet and Menards, one of the nation's premier home improvement retailers and a long-time supporter of motorsports. AMDRO, known for its powerful pest control solutions, is the perfect fit for the Texas race, where fire ants are a persistent concern for homeowners. "We're thrilled to have our AMDRO brand featured on Brandon's truck for this exciting race," said Andy Monfalcone, Senior Director of Marketing for Controls at Central Garden & Pet. "Texas is a key market for AMDRO, and fire ants are a major issue here. The bold graphics on Brandon's truck — matching the striking designs featured on our in-store packaging — will leave a lasting impression on race fans as they shop for effective pest control solutions at Menards." Brandon Jones, an Atlanta native and fan favorite, competes part-time in the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series™, proudly carrying Menards' iconic colors alongside the AMDRO brand. With Menards' deep legacy as a major sponsor across NASCAR, including the Craftsman Truck Series and Xfinity Series, and Tricon Garage's strong racing pedigree, this partnership brings together three brands built on strength, performance, and winning solutions. "We are proud of our long-standing relationship with Menards and honored to see our brands showcased with their support," added the Monfalcone. "Just like Menards and Tricon Garage, AMDRO stands for results — strong, effective, and built to win." Fans can follow Brandon Jones' racing journey and catch an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the AMDRO truck by following him on Instagram @brandonjonesrac. About AMDRO® Pest Control Solutions For over 40 years, AMDRO has been a trusted name in pest control, offering consumers effective and reliable solutions for their toughest pest problems. From fire ants to home-invading insects, AMDRO delivers professional-grade results that customers count on. Learn more at About Central Garden & Pet Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) (NASDAQ: CENTA) understands that home is central to life and has proudly nurtured happy and healthy homes for over 40 years. With fiscal 2024 net sales of $3.2 billion, Central is on a mission to lead the future of the Pet and Garden industries. The Company's innovative and trusted products are dedicated to helping lawns grow greener, gardens bloom bigger, pets live healthier, and communities grow stronger. Central is home to a leading portfolio of more than 65 high-quality brands, including Amdro®, Aqueon®, Cadet®, C&S®, Farnam®, Ferry-Morse®, Four Paws®, Kaytee®, Nylabone® and Pennington®, strong manufacturing and distribution capabilities, and a passionate, entrepreneurial growth culture. Central is based in Walnut Creek, California, with 6,400 employees primarily across North America. Visit to learn more.
