Dole Food Co. announced today (27 April) that its bananas produced on farms in Costa Rica, Honduras and Guatemala have obtained Rainforest Alliance certification.
Consumers will now be able to find Dole bananas with the Rainforest Alliance Certified seal at select retailers throughout the US, the company said.
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“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.
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, the company emphasised.
“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,” Cavallero concluded.
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