The farms meet the Rainforest Alliance’s comprehensive environmental and social standards, protecting wildlife habitat and workers alike.
The Rainforest Alliance works with people whose livelihoods depend on the land, helping them transform the way they grow food, harvest wood and host travelers.

Consumers can find Dole bananas with the Rainforest Alliance Certified seal at select retailers throughout the United States.

“We are excited that our banana farms have earned Rainforest Alliance certification, reflecting our commitment to sustainability,” said Mike Cavallero, President of Dole’s North American Tropical and Fresh Fruit division. “Being able to add the Rainforest Alliance Certified seal to our bananas is a great reminder to our customers of Dole’s commitment to environmental stewardship and the well-being of farm workers.”

Rainforest Alliance Certified farms have met the standards of the Sustainable Agriculture Network (SAN), a coalition of leading conservation groups that links responsible farmers with conscientious consumers. Rainforest Alliance certification promotes sustainable farm management and incorporates a range of environmental, social and economic standards, including water and soil conservation, wildlife protection, decent wages, housing and healthcare for farm workers, and access to education for farm children.

“We are thrilled to see Rainforest Alliance Certified Dole bananas in the market,” said Sabrina Vigilante, Director of Sustainable Value Chains, Americas & Asia Pacific at the Rainforest Alliance. “We applaud Dole’s commitment to sustainability, a clear response to the growing consumer awareness and demand for products that are kind to the earth.”

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