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Litigation

Aug. 9, 2007

Dole Continued to Use Dow's Recalled Pesticide, CEO Says

LOS ANGELES - Dole Food Company continued to use a pesticide on its Nicaraguan banana plantations even after reports surfaced that the chemical causes male sterility, according to testimony Tuesday from the company's CEO.

By Rebecca Beyer
Daily Journal Staff Writer

      LOS ANGELES - Dole Food Company continued to use a pesticide on its Nicaraguan banana plantations even after reports surfaced that the chemical causes male sterility, according to testimony Tuesday from the company's CEO.
      David A. DeLorenzo, who became president of Dole in June, was called to the stand by plaintiffs' attorney Duane C. Mi...

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