There are no short cuts on food safety. That’s why Dole operates the strictest safeguards to protect you from the risk of contamination and bacterial infection. We’re not content just to meet food safety and hygiene standards set by the European Union and other official bodies; we aim to exceed them!

• Dole has developed a comprehensive program for food safety - from seed selection and crop inspection through to monitoring water purity and packing hygiene - and analysis of produce residue levels before shipping: a positive release system.
• We have reduced the use of crop protection chemicals by 80% over the last decade, using them only as a last resort and always within established limits.
• Dole has also introduced an innovative program of biological treatment on many of its plantations. Natural methods are used to combat pests and disease wherever possible.
• Expert agronomists audit our fields to ensure they comply with strict environmental guidelines.

Food safety standards must be maintained. Find out more about the Dole safety assurance...