- Brand origin
- United States
- Main production
- Several countries, incl. Ecuador
Dole is a fresh produce brand known for fruits, vegetables, and related products. Dole is ultimately owned by Dole plc, a publicly listed company headquartered in Dublin, Ireland.
dole.comOwnership chain
- BrandDoleUnited States
- Dole Food Company, Inc.
- Ultimate ownerDole plcIreland
About Dole
What is Dole?
Dole is a fresh produce brand that sells fruits and vegetables in markets around the world. Dole plc describes the Dole brand as part of a global fresh produce business with more than 300 products sourced and grown internationally.[2][6]
Who owns Dole?
Dole is ultimately owned by Dole plc, according to Made O'Meter's ownership data verified on 13 September 2026. The ownership chain is Dole, Dole Food Company, Inc., and Dole plc. Dole plc is a publicly listed company headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, and its ordinary shares trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol DOLE.[3][11]
Where does Dole come from?
Dole originated in the United States, with its early history rooted in Hawaii. The foundations of the business were laid in 1851, when Samuel Castle and Amos Cooke established a trading company in Hawaii.[1] James Dole arrived in Hawaii in 1899 and began growing pineapples on Oahu in 1901, when he established the Hawaiian Pineapple Company.[1][9] The Dole name was first placed on cans of pineapple and pineapple juice in 1933.[1]
What products does Dole make?
Dole makes fresh and packaged fruits and vegetables, including bananas, pineapples, salads, and pre-cut vegetables.[1][7] Dole plc also lists tropical fruit and diversified fresh produce among its main business areas.[10] Dole products are distributed and marketed in more than 85 countries through retail, wholesale, foodservice, and e-commerce channels.[6][10]
How large is Dole plc?
Dole plc reported $9.2 billion in revenue for 2025 and approximately 32,000 employees.[6][14] Dole plc reported operations in 30 countries in 2025.[10]
Frequently asked questions about Dole
Is Dole an American brand?
- Dole originated in the United States, and its early business history is associated with Hawaii. Dole is currently ultimately owned by Dole plc, which is headquartered in Ireland.[1][3]
What is Dole best known for?
- Dole is best known for fresh produce, especially bananas and pineapples. The company began growing pineapples in Hawaii in 1901, and the Dole name was later used on canned pineapple and pineapple juice.[1][7]
Does Dole only sell fresh fruit?
- No. Dole sells fresh fruit as well as vegetables, salads, pre-cut vegetables, and packaged produce.[1][7]
Is Dole plc publicly traded?
- Yes. Dole plc is a publicly listed company whose ordinary shares trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker DOLE.[3][11]
Where are Dole products sold?
- Dole products are distributed and marketed in more than 85 countries. Dole plc serves retail, wholesale, foodservice, and e-commerce channels.[6][10]
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Products from Dole
43- Dole Pineapple PiecesFood โ Canned Fruit
- Dole AvocadoFood โ Fresh Produce
- Dole CauliflowerFood โ Fresh Produce
- Dole fresh fruitFood โ Fresh Produce
- Dole Seedless GrapesFood โ Snack, Fruit
- Dole BananaFood โ Fruit
- Dole Colourful ColeslawFood โ Fresh Produce / Prepared Salad
- Dole Tropical Gold Pineapple ChunksFood โ Canned Fruit
- Dole BlueberriesFood โ Fruit
- Dole PineappleFood โ Canned or Fresh Fruit
- Dole canned fruitFood โ canned and processed fruit
- Dole Be Exotic AvocadoFood โ Avocado
- Dole Whip Zero Sugar Drink MixBeverage โ Powdered Drink Mix
- Dole White Seedless GrapesFood โ Fruits
- Dole produce and packaged foodsFood โ Fresh Fruit, Vegetables, and Packaged Confectionery
- Dole canned pineapple slices in pineapple juiceFood โ Canned Fruit
- Dole Fresh Produce and Packaged FoodsFood โ fresh fruit, vegetables, and packaged fruit snacks
- Dole Chopped Kit Creamy CaesarFood โ Prepared Salad Kit
- Dole Bio Organic BananasFood โ Fruit
- Dole Peach Fruit BowlsFood โ Packaged Fruit
- Dole Tropical Gold Pineapple SlicesFood โ Canned Fruits
- Dole Organic BananaFood โ Fruit
- Dole Fresh Fruit and VegetablesFood โ Fresh Produce (Fruit and Vegetables)
- Dole Seedless Red Grapes (Sweet Celebration)Food โ Fresh Produce (Fruit)
and 19 more products