During the visit, we demonstrated how our company is using innovation to tackle global food challenges. The Minister was impressed by our commitment to research and development. He was particularly interested in plant-based nutrition, micronutrient fortification and flour fortification.

Our CEO, Torsten Wywiol, emphasised that our application technology is the backbone of the Stern-Wywiol Gruppe. “This is what sets us apart. We are actively shaping the future here, and we are very proud of that,” he said. The highlight of the tour was a delicious three-course meal prepared by our teams in Ahrensburg. The Minister and his colleagues eagerly sampled each dish, with the vegan mortadella receiving rave reviews.

Minister Madsen recognised the vital role of agriculture and the food industry in Schleswig-Holstein. He expressed his admiration for the innovative ideas and technologies coming out of the state. With new insights and a satisfied palate, Minister Madsen said goodbye to his hosts and promised to visit our Norderstedt site soon, where we develop and produce energy bars and chocolate – made by our subsidiaries SternLife and HERZA.