In this episode recorded on May 5, 2026, we are joined by DelMonte Kenya Managing Director, Wayne Cook, as we unpack the company’s 60-year history in Kenya, its KES 100B economic footprint, vertically integrated export model, and its ongoing community relations and sustainability interventions.

Show Notes

00:00:00 Introduction

00:04:04 History of Del Monte Kenya

00:08:14 Del Monte’s Business Model

00:12:48 Local Distribution and Exports

00:14:48 Scale and Economic Impact

00:17:53 Relationship with Fresh Del Monte Group

00:20:36 CapEx and Growth Plans

00:24:39 Community Relations and Human Rights

00:28:06 Sustainability Metrics

00:34:19 Outlook, Innovation, and New Product Lines

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