The History of Dole
The first fifty years
Dole has been growing and distributing fruit to the world for over 150 years. Founded in Hawaii in 1851, the company has built its reputation on a commitment to "quality, and quality, and quality." read more »
1900 to 1950: The Hawaii Years
In 1900 the territory of Hawaii was established and Sanford Dole, cousin of James Dole, was appointed its first Governor. Hawaii remained the family’s home and livelihood for fifty years. read more »
1950 to 1980: Expansion and diversification
From the 1950s, Dole and Castle & Cooke – a major shareholder in the Hawaiian Pineapple Company – expanded into seafood and their global fruit and vegetable operations expanded considerably. read more »
1980 to today: Today fruit, tomorrow the world
The recent history of Dole has focused on further expansion into fruit and vegetable markets around the world, together with a focus on packaged goods, nutrition and good customer service. read more »
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