Barry Callebaut's production sites have not experienced significant disruptions during the outbreak, according to the company, although its retail sales have slipped as consumers visit restaurants and retail stores less frequently during government-imposed virus mitigation measures. "COVID-19 is a major unforeseen event. While we have put in place precautionary measures to support the continuation of our operations, its impact on business growth and profitability cannot be quantified at this stage as it depends on the duration and severity of the pandemic," said Barry Callebaut Chief Executive Officer Antoine de Saint-Affrique in a statement. The company reported its sales volume grew by 5.4% and its sales revenue grew by 2.4% in Swiss currency during the first half of the fiscal year 2019/2020.