Mariani Packing Company Celebrates 120 Years of Growing Together

VACAVILLE, Calif., Sept. 01, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Mariani Packing Company, a leader in premium dried fruit, is celebrating 120 years of heritage in 2026. To honor more than a century of quality and California agricultural roots, the family-owned brand is launching a digital Mariani Family Recipe Book and a limited edition gold 120th Anniversary Package at retail. The milestone reinforces Mariani’s position as a leading independent provider in the $12 billion global dried fruit segment.

Five Generations and Category Leadership

Mariani began as a small orchard operation built on hard work, care for the land, and a commitment to simple ingredients. Five generations later, the Mariani family continues to carry those values forward, working closely with growers and standing behind every product and bag of fruit they produce.

Less widely known is that Mariani’s story began as a love story. In 1906, Paul Mariani left his hometown in Croatia and sailed to the United States with little to his name, following his high school sweetheart, Victoria. After arriving in New York City, he worked for $1 a day in a coconut factory before saving enough to travel west to California.

In the Santa Clara Valley, Paul reunited with Victoria, whose family owned an orchard. He began working there, and the two soon married, eventually saving enough to purchase their own orchard, laying the foundation for what would become the Mariani family business.

Legacy of California Agricultural Excellence

“This milestone is really a celebration of the people who have grown alongside us over the past 120 years,” said George Sousa Jr., President of Mariani Packing Co., and part of the fourth generation of the Mariani family. “What started with Paul and Victoria’s vision has grown into a much larger community, from the growers who trust us with their harvests to the employees, partners, and families who enjoy our fruit every day.”

To mark the anniversary, consumers can anticipate special offers all year round including:

• Digital Mariani Recipe Book: The brand is introducing a special Mariani Family Recipe Book, a collection inspired by generations of family cooking and the versatility of dried fruit in everyday meals. The book brings together classic family recipes alongside fresh ideas for incorporating dried fruit into both sweet and savory dishes. It also weaves in the story of the company’s roots, while highlighting the people and partnerships that continue to shape the business.
• Limited Edition Anniversary Package: Launching at retail, consumers can look forward to a vibrant, gold-colored limited-edition pack to celebrate Mariani’s anniversary.

While Mariani Packing Company has grown over the past century, its mission remains the same: quality ingredients, strong grower relationships, and a commitment to sharing good fruit with families everywhere. As the Mariani family looks ahead, the anniversary reflects both its history and the generations still to come.

Mariani dried fruit products are available at retailers nationwide. To learn more about Mariani Packing Company, watch this or visit https://mariani.com.

About Mariani Packing Company

Mariani Packing Company is a family-owned heritage brand known for its premium dried fruit. Founded in 1906, the California-based company has remained committed to the Mariani family’s century-old mission of inspiring healthy living while serving as a resource for those seeking high-quality whole foods. Building on five generations of expertise, the Mariani family maintains deep, long-standing relationships with growers, retailers, brand partners, and consumers around the world. Through a continued commitment to quality, innovation, and transparency, Mariani has established itself as a leader in the premium dried fruit category.

To learn more about Mariani Packing Company, visit https://mariani.com

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