The Original Plant-Based
Food Company℠
Since 1886, we have been cultivators and innovators of nutritious produce for families across America.
Our Rich Heritage
The Del Monte® name has been synonymous with premium foods since its debut in 1886. For generations, our company has proudly earned our reputation with a series of innovations and a singular dedication to quality.
As the original plant-based food company, we're always innovating to make nutritious and delicious foods more accessible to consumers across our portfolio of beloved brands, including Del Monte®, Contadina®, College Inn®, Joyba®, Kitchen Basics®, Take Root Organics™ and S&W®. We believe that everyone deserves great tasting food they can feel good about, that's why we grow and produce our products using sustainable, and earth-friendly practices for a healthier tomorrow.
1886
The Del Monte name premiers
The Del Monte name premiers
The Del Monte name premiers
1907
The Cannery is Built
One of San Francisco's treasured landmarks, The Cannery was built in 1907 and by 1909 was the largest fruit and vegetable cannery in the world.
One of San Francisco's treasured landmarks, The Cannery was built in 1907 and by 1909 was the largest fruit and vegetable cannery in the world.
1909
The Shield is Introduced
The Shield is Introduced
Del Monte puts Quality at the center of its brand promise. Early ads assure customers that the brand's seal is "Not a label-but a guarantee."
1911
Packaging Innovation
The sanitary three-pieces can replaces hand-soldered containers to better preserve product integrity.
The sanitary three-pieces can replaces hand-soldered containers to better preserve product integrity.
1971
Leaders in Nutritional Labeling
Leaders in Nutritional Labeling
Del Monte becomes the first major U.S. food producer to voluntarily adopt nutritional labeling on all food products.
2002
Del Monte Grows
By now, the brand has nearly tripled in size, expanding its portfolio to provide more quality products for its customers.
By now, the brand has nearly tripled in size, expanding its portfolio to provide more quality products for its customers.
2017
A Promise Renewed
A Promise Renewed
Del Monte introduces a new shield, bringing its quality promise to life for a new generation of consumers.