Dole Food Co. to Showcase Commitment at Organic Week 2025
Charlotte, North Carolina-based Dole Food Co. is set to participate in Organic Week 2025, which will occur from September 15-17 in Washington, D.C., hosted by the Organic Trade Association (OTA).
Dole’s Role and Vision for Sustainability
As an event sponsor and one of the few produce supply companies attending, Dole aims to highlight its leadership in the organic sector. The company will reaffirm its ongoing commitment to sustainability and the growth of the U.S. organic produce market.
A Legacy in Organic Agriculture
For over 25 years, Dole has emerged as a thought leader in organic agriculture, recognized as the leading brand in organic bananas and pineapples. The company proudly offers a diverse portfolio of organic fresh fruit products worldwide, all cultivated under stringent sustainability and quality standards.
Connecting Leaders and Shaping the Future
Organic Week brings together policymakers, industry leaders, and advocates to collaborate on shaping the future of organics in America. Representing Dole at the event will be Rudy Amador, VP of corporate responsibility, sustainability, and communication at Dole Tropical Products, alongside Juan Xavier Pons, commercial and diversified senior director, Dole Ecuador. Both executives will participate in discussions, workshops, and breakout sessions focused on addressing critical issues and exploring opportunities within the organic produce industry.
Insights from Dole’s Leadership
“Organic Week is a crucial platform for aligning what we do at Dole with the broader goals regarding the future of sustainable, responsible food production affecting all stakeholders,” stated Amador.
“As a leader in the produce segment, Dole stands shoulder-to-shoulder with the OTA in supporting policies, innovation, and market growth that benefits consumers, the environment, and agricultural communities alike.”
Future Pathways with OTA
Matthew Dillon, co-CEO of the Organic Trade Association, remarked, “We’re at a pivotal moment at the Organic Trade Association – celebrating four decades of organic progress while simultaneously charting a course for the future. Organic Week is where ideas, advocacy, and vision converge. Together with members like Dole, we’ll lean into opportunities that build policies, partnerships, and innovations supporting growers, uplifting agricultural communities, and deepening consumer trust in the USDA Organic seal.”
Commitment to Collaboration
Dole’s participation as a sponsor underscores its belief in the power of collaboration to enhance environmental stewardship, consumer trust, and the overall success of organic agriculture.
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