Del Monte Foods, one of the largest producers of canned fruits and vegetables in the United States, has announced that it will cease operations at its plant in Modesto, California, as part of its financial restructuring under Chapter 11 bankruptcy.
The closure affects hundreds of employees, including permanent and seasonal workers, and impacts the local supply chain linked to the region’s agriculture. The company is working to minimize the impact on its workforce and customers, although official notices to local authorities were still in process.
The Modesto plant, operational for decades, failed to find a buyer within the framework of Del Monte’s reorganization, which led the company to decide that the facility would no longer be necessary for its future operations.
Del Monte filed its petition for bankruptcy protection in July 2025, seeking to reorganize its finances and sell some of its assets. The company has emphasized that the restructuring is part of a broader effort to adapt to changes in consumer habits and the evolution of the canned food market.
The closure represents a new challenge for the local economy and the surrounding agricultural industry, underscoring the pressure that traditional canning manufacturers face in the face of market trends and corporate adjustments.
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