Empowering Workers and Farmers
Our farms are located in predominantly rural areas, where we have the room to help both plants and people grow happily. We are fully committed to the amazing communities that help us produce our fresh fruits and vegetables, and to treating each and every employee, regardless of role or region, with openness, candor, and respect.
As an organization, Dole has become the employer of choice in communities where our farms are located. We work together with our farmers and workers to provide unique opportunities that enrich their lives and give them the confidence to do great things.
Dole Employment Practices
Health and Safety
Health and safety programs are a key component to Dole’s labor policies—reinforced by regular training and recapitulation. Dole practices have been positively recognized over the years by multiple third-party rankings, certifications, and awards.
Industry-Leading Certifications
Dole has adopted the highest international standards to audit and validate its operations, including Fair Trade, Rainforest Alliance, and ISO 14001. These standards have made us a better farmer by improving many of our environmental and social practices over time.
Empowering Stories
We invest in our people and give them the opportunity to invest in projects of their own choosing.Spend a day with farm employee Andrés
Andrés Jimenezu is a farm worker at Bananito Farm in Costa Rica. He tends the banana plants to make sure they produce a good harvest. He also loves running, and he trains so hard that he competes in national events. Visit Andrés' home and find out what his day is like!
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Doing Good For People and Planet
Find out how we're empowering people and helping the planet.
Our programs continue to empower employees and their communities.
Healthy soil, better farming practices, and a history of agricultural innovation.
Our sustainable practices enhance freshness and reduce footprints.