Kroll’s Consumer & Food Investment Banking Practice Advised Pacific Coast Producers on Its Acquisition of the Branded Canned Fruit and Fruit Cup Assets of Del Monte Foods

On March 19, 2026, Pacific Coast Producers, Inc. (“PCP”), a leading grower owned agricultural cooperative specializing in shelf stable fruit and tomato products, completed the acquisition of certain branded canned fruit and plastic fruit cup assets of Del Monte Foods Corporation II Inc. (“Del Monte”) through its Chapter 11 proceedings.

Kroll’s Consumer & Food Investment Banking practice served as exclusive financial advisor to Pacific Coast Producers in connection with the proposed transaction. 

 

About Pacific Coast Producers

Pacific Coast Producers is an agricultural cooperative of approximately 160 family farmers, located in Northern, California. The Company operates production facilities in California and Oregon and has a workforce of over 4,000 employees. PCP has been providing quality fruit products since 1971 and is dedicated to protecting grower livelihoods through shared ownership and control.

 

About Del Monte Foods

Del Monte Foods Corporation II Inc. (“Del Monte”) was a leading U.S. producer and marketer of branded shelf stable foods, with a portfolio centered on canned fruits, vegetables, and fruit cups sold primarily under the Del Monte, S&W, Contadina, and College Inn brands. The Company operated multiple manufacturing and distribution facilities across the United States and maintained long standing relationships with national grocery retailers and foodservice customers.