Del Monte, Treatt partner to launch fruit extracts from pineapple, watermelon, mango, cantaloupe
The partnership transforms fruit waste into valuable ingredients by capturing flavour compounds from fruit materials that would otherwise be discarded.
GLOBAL – Del Monte Corporation has established a strategic partnership with Treatt to create a specialized line of fruit extracts for the beverage industry, derived from high-quality pineapple, watermelon, mango, and cantaloupe.
The collaboration brings together Del Monte’s premium fruits and Treatt’s extraction expertise to produce authentic fruit extracts for beverage manufacturers seeking clean-label ingredients.
These flavouring agents provide manufacturers with natural, recognizable ingredients that align with growing consumer demand for transparency and simplicity in food and beverage products. The extracts are suitable for a range of beverage applications, including juices, sparkling waters, cocktails, and functional drinks.
Furthermore, the initiative draws on technical extraction expertise to transform processing residuals into premium, marketable ingredients. The extracts are derived from premium fruit materials generated during Del Monte’s processing operations, creating new value from portions of fruit not used in finished fresh-cut products.
In addition, this approach reflects a commitment to sustainability by repurposing fruit segments typically excluded from fresh-cut retail products. By utilizing leftover materials from their standard production cycles, the company is successfully reducing waste and maximizing the value of their crops.
This comes from Del Monte’s Specialty Ingredients division, which is always seeking ways to utilize the residual parts of its fruit. The partnership transforms fruit waste into valuable ingredients by capturing flavour compounds from fruit materials that would otherwise be discarded.
Therefore, using Treatt’s specialized extraction technology, these residual materials are processed into high-quality flavour extracts that retain the original fruit’s authentic flavour profile. This circular approach reduces environmental impact while creating new revenue streams from existing production processes.
More importantly, the collaboration shows how agricultural processors can optimize resource use and contribute to more sustainable food systems. Beverage manufacturers benefit from consistent, high-quality extracts that deliver authentic fruit flavour without artificial additives.
This partnership marks a significant step towards reducing food waste across the supply chain while meeting consumer demand for clean-label products. Del Monte continues to explore innovative ways to create value from all parts of its fruit supply, reinforcing its commitment to sustainability and operational efficiency.
Lastly, the fruit extracts are now available to beverage manufacturers seeking natural, sustainable ingredient solutions.
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