The company's purpose is to import, export, trade, distribute and develop food products, as well as to support social projects in developing countries. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, acquire, manage, use and transfer licenses, patents and other intellectual property rights, and conduct all business that is directly or indirectly related to its purpose. The company may acquire, encumber, sell and manage real estate in Switzerland and abroad. It may also provide financing for its own account or for the account of third parties, as well as provide guarantees and sureties for affiliated companies and third parties.