The company's purpose is the production, trade, distribution, export and import of foodstuffs. The company may enter into any business and conclude contracts that are suitable to promote the purpose of the company or that are directly or indirectly related to it. The company may acquire, own, manage and sell participations of any kind in other companies in Switzerland and abroad. The company may offer consulting and services related to the organization and management of companies. The company may acquire, manage, exploit and sell real estate. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad. The company may finance and promote any kind of business and conduct other business. The company may take out and grant loans as well as provide guarantees, other securities and indemnifications for affiliated companies, including parent and sister companies, and for third parties.