The extracts are derived from fruit materials generated during Del Monte's processing operations, creating new value from portions of fruit not used in finished fresh-cut products.
From apples to tropical blends, processors are using integrated separation strategies to maximize recovery, maintain product integrity and streamline operations.
Del Monte Foods Corporation II Inc. is selling its vegetable, tomato, refrigerated fruit, shelf-stable fruit and broth businesses following Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings that began last year.
For manufacturers of fruit products and fruit-based drinks, the wrong system can affect not only operational efficiency or cost, but also product quality and consistency.