date:Apr 01, 2013
s been seeking out fresh fruit products, amid increasing awareness of the importance of maintaining a healthy diet.
In a 2008 lawsuit, Fresh Del Monte claimed it had an exclusive right to sell fresh fruits and vegetables under the Del Monte name.
The Coral Gables, Florida-based company also accused Del Monte Foods of infringing its trademark by selling preserved fruit in plastic cups, and misleading consumers into believing that the fruit was fresh.
In awarding damages, the jury found that Sa