Key facts
- Granovit AG and utro Fikovit AG have merged to operate as Granovit AG.
- The combined entity aims to strengthen private compound feed production in Switzerland.
- Production will be consolidated at the Granovit AG site in Kaiseraugst.
- The utro Fikovit production site in Emmenbrücke will close in October 2026.
- Josef Fischer will join the board of Granovit AG and remain active in daily operations.
Swiss feed producers Granovit AG and utro Fikovit AG have merged, with the combined entity to operate under the Granovit AG name. The partnership, announced in September 2026, aims to strengthen private compound feed production in Switzerland by pooling resources, market knowledge, and expertise. Key aspects of the merger include consolidating production at the Kaiseraugst site, where utro Fikovit's feed formulas will continue to be produced. This move is intended to leverage synergies, consolidate expertise, and enhance efficiency and competitiveness. The Emmenbrücke production site is slated to close in October 2026 due to a real estate new-build project.
Both companies are privately held and owner-managed, sharing core values such as quality, customer proximity, reliability, flexibility, and innovation. These shared values are intended to ensure that utro Fikovit's clientele will continue to benefit from them. No personnel changes are planned for employees, with their expertise seen as a crucial factor for the future success of the combined entity. Josef Fischer will play an active role in the ongoing development of Granovit AG, joining its board of directors while also continuing his involvement in daily business operations, bringing his extensive experience and customer relationships to the merged company.