The company's purpose is to trade in agricultural products, biologically produced and conventional food. The company also aims to support traditional farmers and other producers, particularly in developing countries, in improving their production methods to meet international standards. Furthermore, the company aims to promote the production of organic food. The company can carry out all commercial, financial and other activities that are directly or indirectly related to the company's purpose. In particular, it can establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, participate in companies in Switzerland and abroad, acquire and sell real estate. It can conduct all business related to the financing of companies in which it holds participations.