An unknown buyer entered into an agreement to acquire a well and lease in Niobrara County, Wyoming from Arete Industries Inc. (OTCPK:ARET) for $1.1 million on January 10, 2012. As part of the agreement, Arete Industries received $1.1 million for its 100% working interest in the oil well and lease and received $0.03 for the oil in the tanks and expenses advanced. Arete Industries retains its 2.6% overriding royalty interest in the assets. Gerald Kieft of The WSR Group acted as public relations advisor for Arete Industries. An unknown buyer completed the acquisition of a well and lease in Niobrara County, Wyoming from Arete Industries Inc. (OTCPK:ARET) on February 1, 2012.