Heristo Holding GmbH is a family-owned German conglomerate based in Bad Rothenfelde, specializing in food and pet food production. Founded in 1913 as Westfälische Fleischwarenfabrik Stockmeyer, the company has grown into one of Germany’s largest food manufacturers, with 3,253 employees and a revenue of €1.76 billion in 2023. 🐶🐰🐹

Operating under the umbrella of “The Quality Group,” Heristo encompasses several well-known brands: Stockmeyer (meat and sausage products), Buss (ready meals), YOUCOOK (convenience food), Saturn Petcare, Animonda Petcare, and Balcerzak (pet food), among others. The company is recognized for its decentralized structure, allowing its subsidiaries to operate with entrepreneurial freedom while maintaining strategic oversight from the holding company.

Heristo is committed to sustainability, focusing on climate neutrality, resource efficiency, and animal welfare. The company also emphasizes innovation, collaborating with startups in areas such as food processing technologies, sustainable packaging solutions, and digital solutions for distribution. 🌍🔬