By Carla Espinoza GutiérrezVarietal innovation is a key trend in 2026, and Del Monte Fresh Produce is doubling down on its pineapple offer. But don’t get it wrong: For Del Monte, pineapples and specialty fruit aren’t just a fad of the moment. The move, Brown says, helped accelerate momentum for the specialty pineapple portfolio and reinforce the company’s global presence. *All photos courtesy of Fresh Del Monte Produce. Related storiesFresh Del Monte to reunite Del Monte brand after four decades after $285 million saleFresh Del Monte Produce and THACO AGRI sign strategic sourcing partnership for bananasBOB takes the aisle: Behind Del Monte’s robot rollout and its fresh way to sell fruit