Erfolgreich im Agrarvertrieb - Der Agrarpodcast

#579 Interview mit Robin Brinkschulte

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Robin Brinkschulte, a 2.12m tall content creator, shares how he got the nickname 'XXL Hightower' from a Danish contractor.

In this episode of Erfolgreich im Agrarvertrieb, host Walter Peters interviews Robin Brinkschulte, a 29-year-old content creator and logistics employee in the agricultural sector. Robin introduces himself, detailing his upbringing on a farm, training as a Landmaschinenmechatroniker, and working abroad for a large contractor. He now works for a feed company handling logistics for farmers. Robin explains his online persona as 'XXL Hightower', a nickname from his time in Denmark. The discussion covers his content creation on Instagram, where he has 9,000 followers and discusses agricultural topics. They delve into the mood among young farmers, with Robin describing feelings of uncertainty, anger, and sadness due to government regulations and volatile product prices. The host compares historical agricultural economics, noting that in the 1960s, farmers earned more relative to costs despite similar yields. Robin criticizes Mercosur trade deals, highlighting how imported products with lower standards compete unfairly with local farmers. The conversation expands to energy policy, with the host drawing parallels to agricultural issues, such as Germany importing nuclear power while phasing out domestic production. They discuss the lack of planning security for investments, like stalls or machinery, due to changing regulations. Robin shares insights from agricultural fairs, where farmers appreciate networking and learning about different soil structures. He describes his logistics job, emphasizing 24/7 service and open communication with farmers. The episode concludes with reflections on the agricultural community's values, like trust and honesty, and the ongoing challenges in the industry.

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