PureCircle has entered into a contract with the Cooperativa Colonias Unidas (CCU), a leading Paraguayan farmers' co-operative, for the production and supply of Stevia leaf.

The agreement between PureCircle South America SA (PCSA) and CCU underlines the commitment of both parties to the production of proprietary varieties of high quality Stevia, as international demand for the natural, zero calorie sweetener escalates.

Fernando Chilavert, Managing Director of PCSA said: "We are proud to partner with Colonias Unidas who bring a long commitment to agriculture in the region, a highly professional staff, and access to thousands of hectares with their associates for future expansion."

Enquiries:

PureCircle Limited
Magomet Malsagov, CEO +60 1 2388 8049
William Mitchell, CFO +44 7974 005 163

RFC Corporate Finance (NOMAD) +61 8 9480 2500
Steve Allen

Ricardo Wollmeister Colonias Unidas (www.colonias.com.py) +595-717 20251

Westport Communications +44 20 7065 2690
Alan Frame alan@westportcomms.com
Jeanette Bishop jeanette@westportcomms.com