Dole food products

Dole is a globally recognized brand synonymous with fresh fruit and vegetables. Originally founded in Hawaii as the Hawaiian Pineapple Company in 1851, it revolutionized the tropical fruit industry through large-scale pineapple production and canning. Over the decades, the brand expanded into bananas and other fresh produce, becoming a staple in grocery stores worldwide.

Today, the manufacturing and sourcing of Dole products occur in multiple countries across Latin America, Asia, and Africa, depending on the specific product and regional supply chains. The brand's ownership structure has evolved significantly; the fresh produce division is now part of Dole PLC, following a merger between Dole Food Company and Total Produce. Meanwhile, the packaged goods division (canned fruits and juices) in certain regions, particularly Asia, is managed by separate entities like Itochu Corporation.

As of 2024 and looking toward 2026, Dole PLC remains the primary ultimate owner for the global fresh produce division, headquartered in Dublin, Ireland. This corporate structure allows the brand to maintain local distribution subsidiaries while leveraging a vast international logistics network to deliver fresh food items to consumers on every continent.