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Local growers urge Sutter County to seek solutions after Del Monte Foods bankruptcy
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 facing uncertainties with no clear processing only for their crops," the commenter said, asking the county to work with state and federal partners, agricultural organizations, and industry stakeholders to identify alternative processing options and emergency support for growers.
The commenter described Del Monte as a longtime local presence with a cannery and orchards that supported generations of workers and family farms, and called on the county to prioritize protecting family farms and preserving local jobs.
Board members acknowledged the concern and asked that the issue be raised during district reports and closing comments so the board could consider drafting a letter and pursuing outreach with state and federal partners.
No formal motion or vote on the Del Monte comments occurred during the meeting; supervisors asked staff to follow up and include the matter in upcoming district discussion.
