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Local growers urge Sutter County to seek solutions after Del Monte Foods bankruptcy

Sutter County Board of Supervisors · February 2, 2026
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Summary

Public commenters told the Sutter County Board the Del Monte Foods bankruptcy threatens more than 200 peach-growing families and asked the county to coordinate with state and federal partners and industry stakeholders to identify alternative processing and emergency support.

During public comment, a speaker urged the Sutter County Board of Supervisors to act after Del Monte Foods filed for bankruptcy, saying the loss of the company as a buyer would create significant uncertainty for local, multi-generational orchards.

"Today, more than 200 peach growing families are…

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