Voelkel's Sustainable Growth and Community Commitment Shine in Challenging 2025

Voelkel reports record growth in 2025 by reinvesting profits and supporting social projects, reinforcing sustainable supply chains amid challenges.

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  • • Voelkel achieved record revenue of 160 million euros in 2025, a 20 million euro increase from 2024.
  • • The company reinvests 90% of profits back into the business and allocates 10% to social projects.
  • • Voelkel pays farmers above market prices to foster trust and ensure stable supply chains.
  • • Two Eberswalde companies won awards, providing a positive highlight in the Barnim region's mixed economic year.

Organic juice manufacturer Voelkel marked a record revenue of 160 million euros in 2025, up 20 million euros from 2024, reflecting robust growth despite a difficult year marked by crises, climate change, and labor shortages. The company employs nearly 500 people and operates under a socially responsible business model guided by Gemeinwohlökonomie principles. It commits 90% of its profits to reinvestment in the business and dedicates 10% to social projects, underscoring its commitment to community and sustainability.

Co-managing director Boris Voelkel emphasized the company's focus on fair treatment of farmers by often paying above-market prices to build trust and ensure stable, resilient supply chains. He highlighted that future success will depend more on availability than price or quality, a strategic insight reflecting the changing economic landscape.

Meanwhile, the Barnim region experienced an uneven economic year, but two companies from nearby Eberswalde achieved notable success by winning awards, bringing a positive highlight to the local economy in 2025.

Voelkel's approach showcases how sustainable and empathetic economic practices can drive solid business performance while supporting social and ecological goals. Boris Voelkel concluded on an optimistic note about the company's future, emphasizing its role in ecological transformation and expanding appeal beyond traditional eco-conscious consumers.

This article was synthesized and translated from native language sources to provide English-speaking readers with local perspectives.

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