and U.
"We want to create products that are versatile, convenient, nutritious
and, most of all, great tasting," said Juliann Pavlovcic, Manager, Market
Research, Ensure. The
company employs more than 60,000 people and markets its products in more than
130 countries.

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The sampling error for this
survey is +/-4 % at a 95% level of confidence.

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, factory, and the recycling of the company's
healthy cooking oil into biodiesel that fuels a growing fleet of
company cars . Catterton considers investments across a number of
targeted consumer-industry "verticals": Food and Beverage, Retail and
Restaurants, Consumer Products and Services, and Media and Marketing
Services ., Wellness Pet Food, and
Kettle Foods. According to a
new national survey* of 600 moms ages 18 to 40, 75 percent of women admit to
caving in to cravings during pregnancy.
(Photo: http: //www.com or call 1-888-2 Crave 1 (1-888-227-2831).S.

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"Paul connects with our
rich company culture and deep heritage in the natural food industry,
while bringing a healthy dose of consumer product experience to lead
us into the next stage of growth, our most ambitious yet. While there, he
significantly grew market share through new product launches,
partnerships and creative marketing campaigns., where the Kettle(R) brand is a market leader
in the premium chip category, Davis will focus on expediting new
innovative products to market. "We're strongly connected with the
Kettle(TM) brand, and impressed by its quality and natural food
leadership.S. focused exclusively on
the consumer industry.com

D.
Seventy-three percent of survey respondents said they experienced food
cravings during the afternoon and evening hours, which are typically busy
times of the day.

Diamond Foods Declares Quarterly Dividend of $0.03 for the Second Quarter of Fiscal 2006

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About Catterton Partners

With more than $1."
The survey also found that more than one-third of the food items most
craved during pregnancy were sweet. Out of the top 15 finalists, a grand prize winner
will be chosen to receive $10,000 towards her child's education and a year's
supply of Ensure Healthy Mom Shakes and Snack Bars, while 14 first prize
winners will receive a six-month supply of Ensure Healthy Mom Shakes and Snack
Bars.
(Nasdaq: DMND), a leading branded food company specializing in processing ,
marketing and distributing culinary and snack nuts under the Diamond of
California and Emerald brands, today announced that its Board of Directors has
declared a cash dividend for the second quarter of fiscal 2006 of $0.

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About Kettle Foods

Founded in 1978, Kettle Foods is a privately owned company
committed to producing great tasting, all-natural snacks with a caring
commitment to its employees, craft and community.S. "The Board of Directors remains
confident in our ability to execute our growth strategy, particularly for our
Emerald brand, and as we pursue our strategy , we are committed to delivering
value to our stockholders. All information in this release is current as of the
date of this release.

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In the U."
Consumers are demanding healthier, less processed food . Kettle(TM) brand Potato Chips lead the potato chip
category with a 36% market share.S. (5) Changes in the food industry, including dietary trends and
consumer preferences, could reduce sales of our products.

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Davis most recently was president of Barilla North America where
he helped the world 's largest pasta company dramatically widen its
market leadership position through new products and innovative
advertising. Long time co-owner Tim Meyer continues as an active
board member. Catterton 's combination of investment capital,
strategic and operating skills, and network of industry contacts has
enabled it to become the most sought after private equity firm in the
consumer sector. Since being founded in 1990, Catterton has had one of
the strongest investment track records in the consumer industry.

75 Percent of Women Indulge Food Cravings During Pregnancy; Only 8 Percent Reach for Healthy Substitutes

newscom.com .

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Davis will oversee the company's 600 employees and manufacturing
operations in the U. Now, with demand for
natural snacks growing at double-digit rates, we want to make sure our
products are on the shelves when consumers go looking., Titan Outdoor, Pharmaceuticals Holdings , Inc.
"Good nutrition is critical during pregnancy, and making sure that food
cravings and snacking choices are nutritious is extremely important," said
Tama Bloch, R., Research Scientist with the Ross Products Division of
Abbott. Abbott pioneered the market for adult
nutritionals more than three decades ago, and today the healthy living family
of nutrition brands includes Ensure (R), Glucerna(R), ZonePerfect(R) and
EAS(R)."

"Safe Harbor" Statement: Statements in this press release relating to
Diamond's expected announcement of its final results and its long-term
financial targets are "forward-looking statements" and are subject to many
risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially
from expectations.

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2 billion under management , Catterton Partners
is a leading private equity firm in the U. The nutritious
snack bars are 150 calories per serving (equal to two snack bars), and are
available in two satisfying flavors, Fudge Graham and Chocolate, Chocolate
Chip.

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He's the
perfect catalyst to propel us into the future.S. Kettle Foods forged its
own path more than 25 years ago by committing itself to great tasting,
all-natural snacks without any short cuts.
To help facilitate continued growth, the company also accepted its
first outside investment last year from Catterton Partners , one of the
nation's leading consumer focused private equity firms, which now owns
a minority stake in the company.
Company founder Healy remains active in the company as Chairman of
the Board , particularly in its sustainability initiatives which
include a restored wetland on the company's Oregon property, one of
the largest solar arrays in the Pacific Northwest installed on the
roof of its Salem, Ore. Catterton's unique combination of value-added resources has
resulted in the creation of numerous market leading companies, such as
Build-A-Bear Workshop, PF Chang's China Bistro, Baja Fresh, Farley's +
Sathers Candy Co.D. The new shakes, which come in Homemade Vanilla and Creamy Milk
Chocolate, can be used as a substitute for a sweet, dairy or chocolate craving
(see list below for other nutritious yet delicious smart snacking options).S. A detailed discussion of these factors and other
risks that affect our business is contained in our SEC filings, including our
Annual Report on Form 10-K, filed with the SEC, particularly under the heading
"Risk Factors.com.

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Now, instead of a milkshake or bowl of
ice cream, Ensure Healthy Mom Shakes can help pregnant women be successful
with curbing their cravings for sweets with 200 calories and three grams of
fat.

Smart Snack Options to Satisfy Common Cravings
Here are smart snacking options to help pregnant women nutritiously curb
their cravings without resorting to an empty-calorie indulgence .

About Abbott
Abbott (NYSE: ABT) is a global, broad-based health care company devoted to
the discovery, development, manufacture and marketing of pharmaceuticals and
medical products , including nutritionals, devices and diagnostics., we are subject to
special risks which could reduce our sales and disrupt supplies, including
local economic and political conditions, trade restrictions , changing
regulatory requirements, currency rate fluctuations and natural disasters
limiting supply of nuts purchased abroad. (7) We expect certain costs
associated with product processing and transportation , such as fuel,
electricity, water and natural gas, to increase, which could reduce our
margins and profitability.

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with distribution throughout North
America, Japan, Guam and Western Europe., Gold
Coast Beverage Distributors, Odwalla, Inc. Three-quarters ultimately consumed the
food item they were craving -- whether or not it was a healthy choice. The Crazy Cravings Contest begins on May 2 and
runs until July 29, 2005. For a full set of rules and to access an entry form, visit
http: //EnsureHealthyMom. Many of
these snacks require preparation, while Ensure Healthy Mom products are
convenient, portable options when on-the-go or stretched for time. population.
"We are pleased to declare our second quarter cash dividend," said Michael
J. (2) Our
raw materials are subject to fluctuations in availability and price, and
supply shortages and/or price increases could hurt our profitability." Copies of our SEC filings are available online from the SEC
or by contacting Diamond's Investor Relations representatives at 415-896-6820
or by clicking on Investor Relations on Diamond's website at
http://www.

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S. Category
growth for natural salty snacks increased 17% in 2004, according to AC
Nielsen, while the traditional salty snack category remained flat in
mainstream grocery. When Kettle Foods
made its first batch of hand-made, all-natural potato chips in 1982,
its aspirations were simple: show consumers how great an all-natural
snack can be., L.com .

*Kelton Research conducted the national survey for Ensure Healthy Mom,
sponsored by Abbott's Ross Products Division, in October 2004, among a
national probability sample of 600 mothers ages 18-40 living in the
continental U. (4) We depend on a few significant
customers for a large proportion of our sales, and the loss of any of these
customers or material decrease in their purchases could result in decreased
sales.

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----Oregon-based Kettle
Foods, maker of America's best-selling all-natural potato chips, has
welcomed a respected consumer products veteran, Paul Davis, as its
first Global CEO. Michael Chu,
managing partner of Catterton Partners. "Ensure Healthy Mom products are designed to complement the prenatal
vitamin and are great snacking options. STOCKTON, Calif, Diamond Foods , Inc.

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He also spent nearly 15 years at Frito Lay where his most recent
assignment was as President Frito-Lay Canada. Today, its flavorful chips are the best-selling
all-natural brand in the U. Visit
www.

Crazy Cravings Contest
To help launch the new Ensure Healthy Mom products , women ages 18 and
older are invited to participate in the Crazy Cravings Contest by describing,
in 150 words or less, the most unusual or off-the-wall food craving they have
experienced during pregnancy.

Chocolate
-- Fat-free chocolate syrup drizzled over fresh or frozen berries or
bananas
-- Chocolate-flavored graham crackers or low-fat chocolate wafer cookies
-- Ensure Healthy Mom(TM) Creamy Milk Chocolate Shake
-- Ensure Healthy Mom(TM) Fudge Graham or Chocolate, Chocolate Chip Snack
Bars

Sweets
-- Dried fruit such as apricots, raisins, sour cherries, blueberries or
prunes
-- Graham crackers with apple slices and peanut butter
-- Fresh exotic fruits - star fruit, mango, pineapple and kiwi
-- Ensure Healthy Mom(TM) Creamy Milk Chocolate or Homemade Vanilla
Shakes
-- Ensure Healthy Mom(TM) Fudge Graham or Chocolate, Chocolate Chip Snack
Bars

Dairy
-- Low-fat frozen yogurt with applesauce, cinnamon and nuts stirred in
-- Low-fat cheese or string cheese with fresh fruit and whole grain
crackers
-- Ensure Healthy Mom(TM) Creamy Milk Chocolate or Homemade Vanilla
Shakes

Salty Snacks
-- Baked pita wedges sprinkled with chili seasoning
-- Sesame breadsticks with spicy mustard
-- Popcorn sprinkled with herb blends

Abbott's Ross Products Division
For years, Ross Products Division has been committed to helping people of
all ages meet their nutritional needs. (6) Since we
conduct a substantial amount of business outside the U. Diamond undertakes no duty to update any statement in
light of new information or future events.

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Now he'll focus on unleashing the potential of Kettle
Foods' core product line, the best-selling all-natural Kettle(TM)
brand Potato Chips. More
information about the firm can be found on its Web site
www . The new Ensure Healthy Mom Snack Bars are the size of a
fun-size candy bar and are great snacking solutions that can be carried in a
purse or diaper bag, or even kept on a bedside nightstand. The shakes' suggested retail price is
$5.49 for
a box of 10 bars.
Abbott's news releases and other information are available on the
company's website at http://Abbott.

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New Global CEO Takes Helm of Natural Snack Leader Kettle Foods; New Leader to Deepen Distribution Grow Fan Base

Business Editors/Food/Beverage Editors

SALEM, Ore. Specifically, the brand's Krinkle
Cut(TM) Kettle (TM) Potato Chips is the top selling item in the
category. Quotas are set on completed interviews by four variables:
age, sex, geographic region and race, to ensure reliable and accurate
representation of the total U.

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Its manufacturing sites in
Salem, Ore.kettlefoods. New Ensure Healthy Mom(TM) Shakes and Snack Bars Are a Nutritious and
Delicious Way to Feed Women's Food Cravings During Pregnancy

COLUMBUS, Ohio, A late-night run to the
grocery store for a jar of pickles or a carton of ice cream is a familiar
event for many pregnant women and their excited supporters . With at least 20
vitamins and minerals, the shakes and snack bars are made specifically to help
meet the unique nutritional needs of pregnant women, nursing mothers and women
who may soon become pregnant.99 for a four-pack and the snack bars' suggested retail price is $3. For more information about Abbott's Ross Products Division, visit
http://Ross. Diamond's products include walnuts, pine nuts,
pecans, peanuts, macadamia nuts, hazelnuts, cashews, Brazil nuts and almonds.

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"
Previously Davis served as President North America of Starbucks
Coffee Company, where he led a major re-engineering initiative that
helped the company double the number of new store locations per year
all the while achieving industry-high employee satisfaction ratings., Davis will help deepen
product distribution , particularly in East Coast markets, while
nurturing the company's culture of innovation, care and environmental
stewardship.K.
To help solve the cravings conundrum, the makers of Ensure(R ) are
introducing Ensure Healthy Mom(TM) Shakes and Snack Bars.

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K.
"Kettle(TM) is one of the most respected brands in the natural
food category, with an unbelievable fan base - one of the most loyal
I've seen in my career," said Davis., and Norwich, United Kingdom produce more than 20 flavors
and five varieties of potato chip offerings, organic tortilla chips,
and a variety of nut butters and trail mixes.cpequity.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20050404/CGM018 )
Finding healthy and satisfying snacks is not always easy, and while nearly
70 percent of those surveyed think it's important for their snacks to be
nutritious when pregnant, a mere 8 percent sought out a nutritious substitute
when empty-calorie food cravings hit.

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"We are so fortunate to welcome Paul to the Kettle Foods family ,"
said Cameron Healy, founder of Kettle Foods. They taste great, they're low in fat,
and they help to provide women with protein, calcium and other nutrients their
bodies need for their babies , like iron, folic acid and vitamins D and E. "With Ensure Healthy Mom Shakes and Snack Bars, women can
get both a nutritious snack and satisfy their sweet tooth without the guilt."
Starting in April 2005, Ensure Healthy Mom Shakes and Snack Bars can be
found at Motherhood(R) Maternity stores and in the Baby Care Section at food,
drug and discount stores nationwide.

About Diamond
Diamond is a leading branded food company specializing in processing,
marketing and distributing culinary and snack nuts under the Diamond of
California and Emerald brands.

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In the U. "I feel honored to be trusted
with the next stage in the company's journey. With Cameron's vision and legacy, and Paul's leadership,
Kettle Foods is poised for tremendous growth," said J.

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03 per
common share, payable on April 19, 2006, to common stockholders of record as
of April 10, 2006. Mendes, Diamond's President and CEO. We presently consider the following to be among the
important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from
expectations: (1) Product recalls or concerns with safety and quality of food
products could harm sales or cause consumers to avoid our products . (3) We
face intense competition from national and regional competitors, including in
the snack food industry, and if we cannot compete effectively, we may lose
customers or suffer reduced sales .