Pimi Agro Reports Successful Preliminary Trial Results for SpuDefender(TM) as Sprout Suppressor for Potatoes

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BEVERLY HILLS, CA--(Marketwire - May 13, 2010) -  Pimi Agro CleanTech, Inc. (OTCBB: PIMZ), a Company that develops and markets environmentally friendly alternative solutions for treating pre- and post-harvest of fruits and vegetables, announced today preliminary results of a trial conducted on fresh potatoes in conjunction with the University of Wisconsin, which began in October 2009.

In the United States, the chemical Chloropropharm (CIPC) is commonly used to suppress sprout growth in potatoes. Based on preliminary results through May 3rd, 2010, Pimi Agro's SpuDefender™ reported sprouting suppressing capabilities on American varieties of stored potatoes at the same level as potatoes using CIPC.

Preliminary results of the trial suggest that SpuDefender™ represents an effective substitute for CIPC. The CIPC process, which takes place during packaging and prior to shipment, can leave a high degree of residue of CIPC on potatoes. Specifically, the report shows that potatoes that were treated with Pimi Agro's SpuDefender™, both during storage and while on the washing line, had a five week shelf life.

Pimi Agro has presented these results to supermarket chains in the United States and is discussing commercialization following the Company's EPA registration, which is anticipated by the end of the year.

Youval Saly, CEO, said, "We are extremely pleased with these initial results. We are seeing important and promising indications that our solution can be applied to different varieties of American potatoes. Based on the final results of these trials, we can make strategic decisions about moving into the development and marketing phase for next season."

About Pimi Agro CleanTech, Inc.

Pimi Agro CleanTech, Inc. (OTCBB: PIMZ) was established in 2004 to develop and sell alternative environmentally friendly solutions for the pre- and post-harvest treatments of a wide range of tubers, fruits and vegetables. The Company and its Co-founder, Mr. Nimrod Ben Yehuda, have invested many years of research in developing these eco-friendly solutions based on the company's technology platform which is comprised of a unique and worldwide patented formulation of Stabilized Hydrogen Peroxide ("STHP"). Additionally, Pimi has developed a controlled distribution system to apply its solution while maintaining humidity at the highest required levels in storage rooms utilizing advanced technology to create micro droplets, in accordance with a special working protocol developed by Pimi.

The company's products include SpuDefender™, SeedGuard™ and StorGuard™. Together, these products focus on the treatment of some of the world's largest stored staples such as potatoes, which is the second largest stored crop world-wide (after grains). Pimi's products suppress sprouting activity in stored vegetables; help control storage related diseases caused by fungi, yeasts, molds, viruses and bacteria; improve the quality and extend the shelf-life of fruits and vegetables; as well as disinfect seed in preparation for future plantings. The company currently is actively selling its product in the U.K. and is seeking approval from the various regulatory bodies around the world. Pimi is also seeking to increase its portfolio of product with more environmental friendly solutions for the agro and food industry.

To learn more about Pimi, Inc. visit http://www.pimimarion.com

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