{"id":14828,"date":"2026-07-02T16:03:31","date_gmt":"2026-07-02T14:03:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.emsland-group.de\/?p=14828"},"modified":"2026-07-02T16:18:18","modified_gmt":"2026-07-02T14:18:18","slug":"prime-minister-of-lower-saxony-olaf-lies-visits-emsland-group-in-emlichheim","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.emsland-group.de\/en\/prime-minister-of-lower-saxony-olaf-lies-visits-emsland-group-in-emlichheim\/","title":{"rendered":"Prime Minister of Lower Saxony Olaf Lies Visits Emsland Group in Emlichheim"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Emlichheim, July 2, 2026 \u2013 Today, we were pleased to welcome Lower Saxony&#8217;s Prime Minister Olaf Lies to our Emlichheim site as part of his 2026 summer tour. His visit focused on innovation, regional value creation, and the future competitiveness of Lower Saxony&#8217;s economy. <\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.emsland-group.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/image00079-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14811\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.emsland-group.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/image00079-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.emsland-group.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/image00079-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.emsland-group.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/image00079-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.emsland-group.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/image00079-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.emsland-group.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/image00079-600x800.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.emsland-group.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/image00079-scaled.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.emsland-group.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/image00065-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14809\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.emsland-group.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/image00065-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.emsland-group.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/image00065-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.emsland-group.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/image00065-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.emsland-group.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/image00065-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.emsland-group.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/image00065-600x800.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.emsland-group.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/image00065-scaled.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.emsland-group.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/image00043-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14813\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.emsland-group.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/image00043-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.emsland-group.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/image00043-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.emsland-group.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/image00043-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.emsland-group.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/image00043-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.emsland-group.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/image00043-600x800.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.emsland-group.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/image00043-scaled.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">During the site tour, the Prime Minister, together with Members of the Lower Saxony State Parliament Andrea K\u00f6tter and Reinhold Hilbers, gained insights into our production processes and the transformation of potatoes and peas into high-quality starch, protein, and fiber products. Discussions centered on sustainable food ingredients, modern production technologies, our close collaboration with the agricultural sector, and the importance of a strong industrial base in rural areas. <\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.emsland-group.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/image00046-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14817\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.emsland-group.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/image00046-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.emsland-group.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/image00046-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.emsland-group.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/image00046-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.emsland-group.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/image00046-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.emsland-group.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/image00046-600x800.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.emsland-group.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/image00046-scaled.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.emsland-group.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/4ddfb675-99ca-4b44-8d92-229d546acb63-2-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14815\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.emsland-group.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/4ddfb675-99ca-4b44-8d92-229d546acb63-2-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.emsland-group.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/4ddfb675-99ca-4b44-8d92-229d546acb63-2-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.emsland-group.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/4ddfb675-99ca-4b44-8d92-229d546acb63-2-600x800.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.emsland-group.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/4ddfb675-99ca-4b44-8d92-229d546acb63-2.jpg 1086w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.emsland-group.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/image00029-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14821\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.emsland-group.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/image00029-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.emsland-group.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/image00029-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.emsland-group.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/image00029-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.emsland-group.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/image00029-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.emsland-group.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/image00029-600x800.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.emsland-group.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/image00029-scaled.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As an internationally operating company with deep roots in the region, we greatly appreciate the interest shown in our work. The visit provided an opportunity to discuss current challenges and opportunities while highlighting the contribution Emsland Group makes to innovation, value creation, and employment in Lower Saxony. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We would like to sincerely thank Prime Minister Olaf Lies and his team for the open and constructive exchange. The visit underscored the importance of strong cooperation between industry, agriculture, and policymakers in shaping a sustainable future. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We are grateful for the recognition of our work and remain committed to contributing to the region and to Lower Saxony as a business location through innovation, quality, and responsibility.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.emsland-group.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/3d39b368-da61-4adf-b6e2-07897fed51e3-1024x576.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14831\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.emsland-group.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/3d39b368-da61-4adf-b6e2-07897fed51e3-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.emsland-group.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/3d39b368-da61-4adf-b6e2-07897fed51e3-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.emsland-group.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/3d39b368-da61-4adf-b6e2-07897fed51e3-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/www.emsland-group.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/3d39b368-da61-4adf-b6e2-07897fed51e3-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.emsland-group.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/3d39b368-da61-4adf-b6e2-07897fed51e3-600x338.png 600w, https:\/\/www.emsland-group.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/3d39b368-da61-4adf-b6e2-07897fed51e3.png 1672w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Emlichheim, July 2, 2026 \u2013 Today, we were pleased to welcome Lower Saxony&#8217;s Prime Minister Olaf Lies to our Emlichheim site as part of his 2026 summer tour. 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