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Undertaking a number of corporate acquisitions , Swiss food and beverage company , Nestlé has become the largest in the world , with more than 2000 brands available in 189 countries . Home to the world ’ s largest private food and nutrition research organisation , the company invested US $ 1.7bn in its research capabilities in 2017 alone , supporting its 30 R & D facilities worldwide . Its recent partnership with Starbucks will see the business bolster its complex distribution network . Additionally , in alignment with UN Sustainable Development Goals , Nestlé is striving for zero environmental impact across its operations . Providing clear labels across its manufacturing lines , the company provides nutritional knowledge as well as supporting local farmers who provide high quality ingredients within its sustainable sourcing efforts . www . nestle . com MARCH 2019