Nestlé’s value chain stretches from ‘farm to fork’. Click below to see how our core business activities create shared value, both for Nestlé and for society.

Manufacturing and our environmental footprint
Nestlé factories are a major engine of rural development and of new environmental quality standards, particularly in developing countries. Nestlé has made major strides in reducing environmental impact, thus helping to reduce costs and ultimately improving profitability and long-term sustainability.
Read more in ‘Environment’.

Our people
Long-term investments in training give people better job opportunities and increased income, and provide Nestlé with a skilled workforce to manufacture food products superior to the competition. Our principle is that each employee should have the opportunity to develop his or her potential in a safe and fair workplace where they are listened to, respected and valued.
Read more in ‘Our People’.

Farmers and agriculture
Nestlé spends approximately  CHF 13 billion a year on agricultural materials such as milk, coffee and cocoa. So, although we do not own any agricultural land or operate commercial farming activities, we seek to improve farmers’ living standards, environmental practices and water usage. This gives Nestlé access to superior raw materials.
Read more in ‘Farmers and Agriculture’.

Products and consumers
Nestlé’s core business strategy is Nutrition, Health and Wellness - offering products of superior value to those of our competitors, which improves both consumer wellbeing and Nestlé sales results.
Read more in ‘Products and Consumers’.