New Organic Products Launched by Del Monte

18/12/06 Del Monte Foods launched five new organic products: Del Monte Organic corn, green beans, and peas, as well as College Inn Organic beef and chicken broths.

The organic category has grown 89% from 2001 to 2005, and industry experts expect organic products to continue growing at a rate of 18% annually through 2009. According to the company, they are working with domestic farmers to ensure the new organic offerings are grown under USDA organic standards.

Del Monte sources organic corn, cut green beans, French-style green beans and sweet peas from local domestic growers across the United States. The organic produce is available in select retail stores now, and national distribution is expected in January 2007. College Inn Organic chicken and beef broths are available now.