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What We Do

QUALITY INDEPENDENT GROWERS - partnering with a brand they can trust

To date, Dole owns no plantations in South Africa. This means that a carefully selected group of about 200 independent growers across the country provides all the fruit we export. read more »

EXPERT MARKETING - meeting the requirements of an ever-changing market

Today growers can choose from a wide range of exporters, selecting the exporter that best meets their needs – or even going it alone. read more »

RIGOUROUS CROP MANAGEMENT - ensuring the best possible fruit is produced

Dole supports its growers in adopting environmentally friendly approaches based on Good Agricultural Practices (GAP), Integrated Pest Management (IPM) and Integrated Crop Management (ICM) systems. read more »

FOOD SAFETY AND QUALITY DURING PACKING PROCEDURES - checking the fruit every step of the way

We provide technical expertise to cover every aspect of packing. That’s the benefit of Dole's experience with a Total Quality Management System (ISO 9001:2002), as well as the many other systems detailed below. read more »

CONTROLLING QUALITY ON THE HIGH SEAS - perfect conditions from shore to shore

Everyone involved in the transportation of Dole South Africa's fruit is aware that time is crucial. Our motto is: “You have not supplied until someone has received”. read more »

SPECIALISED TRAINING AND SUPPORT – constantly in line with the latest trends

Dole South Africa keeps abreast of staff training methods in order to maximise the potential of all its employees through the transfer of knowledge and skills. read more »

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