The company's purpose is to develop, produce, market, sell and trade food products as well as their manufacturing technology. Furthermore, the company aims to provide consulting and support services in the areas of food, manufacturing technology and nutrition, as well as to provide additional services in these areas. The company can establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, and conduct all business that is directly or indirectly related to its purpose. The company can acquire, encumber, sell and manage real estate in Switzerland and abroad. It can also provide financing for its own account or for third-party account, as well as enter into securities of any kind, including guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties. It can acquire, develop, manage and exploit patents, trademarks, licenses, manufacturing processes and intellectual property rights.