The information contained in this Item 7.01 and in the accompanying Exhibit 99.1 shall not be deemed filed for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, or incorporated by reference in any filing under the Exchange Act or the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

On September 17, 2009, Del Monte Foods Company announced via press release that its wholly owned subsidiary Del Monte Corporation has commenced a cash tender offer and consent solicitation for any and all of its $450 million aggregate principal amount of 8 5/8% Senior Subordinated Notes due 2012. A copy of the press release is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1 and is incorporated herein by reference.

On September 17, 2009, Del Monte Foods Company announced via press release that its wholly owned subsidiary Del Monte Corporation is making a private placement offering of $450 million in aggregate principal amount of senior subordinated notes. A copy of the press release is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.2 and is incorporated herein by reference.

(d) Exhibits.

     Exhibit   Description
      99.1     Del Monte Foods Company Press Release dated September 17, 2009

      99.2     Del Monte Foods Company Press Release dated September 17, 2009