Economic responsibility

Economic issues constitute a central component of sustainable development, as they are integral to responsible business practice. At the same time, efficient use of resources helps the environment and boosts profitability. Companies that operate sustainably are geared towards long-term success and thus make an important contribution to ensuring that the economy is fit for the future.

Swiss products in our range

LANDI Switzerland attaches great importance to supporting regional agriculture, and to promoting Swiss products and suppliers. As of the end of 2025, 59 percent of our product range comes from Swiss suppliers. Our mix of food and non-food products, and our distinct positioning in terms of local agricultural specialities are key pillars of our success. Our concept for LANDI shops is such that Swissness is put into practice by our staff on a daily basis – and also implemented in our product range, wherever the market allows it. However, in the non-food sector in particular, it is often impossible to source products in Switzerland. A lack of production or unsuitable conditions for our business model are the most common reasons why a product has to be obtained from elsewhere in Europe or overseas. The following initiatives and partnerships reinforce our commitment to Swiss products:

  • We label products as ‘Naturally from the farm’ or ‘Naturally from the winegrower’. Regional Christmas-tree sellers also benefit from these logos.
  • Foodstuffs such as apples, carrots, onions, sugar and rapeseed oil come exclusively from Swiss producers. Whenever possible, fruit and vegetables are delivered directly to LANDI shops by regional farmers.
  • To boost Swiss agriculture, LANDI uses 100 percent Swiss grain for bread wherever possible. As a result, we have increased the proportion of baking flour bearing the ‘Suisse Garantie’ label to 97 percent of total sales. As for our wheat, the main grain in both our baking flour and our ready-made mixes, 100 percent of it is sourced in Switzerland. In addition, around half of our ready-made mixes have been adapted to meet the requirements of the ‘Suisse Garantie’ label.
  • Swiss wines account for 45 percent of our wine range. In order to offer customers a market-oriented selection, the range is supplemented with wines from abroad.
  • Around 60 percent of the plants we sell come from Swiss producers and are marketed with the ‘Suisse Garantie’ or ‘Bio Suisse’ labels.
  • When it comes to wood, an essential raw material, LANDI cooperates closely with Lignum, the umbrella organisation of the Swiss forestry and timber industry. Over 80 percent of our firewood comes from Switzerland. One of our goals for the future is to offer Swiss firewood only.
  • The wood pellets (15-kilogram bags) from our in-house brand ‘Caldo’ are made of 100 percent Swiss wood. We only sell foreign pellets in exceptional cases.

Local added value with the ‘Naturally from the farm' label

LANDI Switzerland emphasises its regional roots with the umbrella brand ‘Natürlich vom Hof’ (Naturally from the farm). Under this brand, local goods produced in the respective region by our owners, the farmers, are offered in LANDI shops. In this way, we strive to aid sustainable regional development, as the sale of local products strengthens the local economy. In addition, the producers’ proximity to consumers enables greater transparency and trust, with regard to the products’ origins, production methods and quality. Moreover, regional specialities can be included in the range and the seasonality of products can be taken into account more effectively.

Background and success story of LANDI Switzerland

For a company to survive in the long term, it has to act in a responsible and forward-looking manner. Sustainability strengthens resilience regarding ecological, social and economic challenges, and builds trust among customers, staff and partners. Thus, sustainable business practices are not only socially beneficial, but they also form the basis for long-term commercial success.

This particular case of long-term commercial success dates back to 1964, when a Bernese association of agricultural cooperatives was founded under the name Verband landwirtschaftlicher Genossenschaften Bern (VLG). After various mergers and partnership agreements, which were later dissolved, today’s LANDI Schweiz AG emerged in 1994, with its headquarters in Dotzigen. Since 2018, LANDI Switzerland has also been operating a second warehouse in Lahr (Germany) to ensure sufficient space for supplying all LANDI shops in German- and French-speaking Switzerland.

Commitment to sustainability at fenaco

LANDI Switzerland’s parent company, fenaco, takes its social and environmental responsibility seriously. After all, sustainability is part of fenaco’s DNA. This agricultural cooperative adheres to a long-term sustainability strategy with measurable goals.

Based on the UN’s 2030 Agenda, seven long-term priority areas, spanning ecological, social and economic dimensions, have been defined – and translated into fourteen measurable goals. The company publishes a comprehensive sustainability report every year

With its ‘fenaco Engagement’ programme, fenaco supports exemplary projects that deliver environmental, social and economic benefits. In this way, it strengthens agriculture and addresses social challenges.