Joachim Rukwied
Joachim Rukwied is the president of the German Farmers' Association, a prominent figure advocating for the interests of farmers in Germany. He has been involved in discussions surrounding agricultural policies and the impact of radical protests on rural communities. Following the recent withdrawal of Günther Felßner's candidacy for agriculture minister due to a protest incident, Rukwied expressed his astonishment at the events and condemned the actions of the activists, emphasizing the need to protect democratic discourse from radicalism.
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Joachim Rukwied has been the president of the German Farmers' Association since 2012.
CSU-Politikerin Hohlmeier verlässt die Baywa - Wirtschaft
Germany· 2026-02-01
Rukwied has been the President of the German Farmers' Association since 2012.
Baywa-Aufsichtsrat: Wechsel deuten sich an - WirtschaftGermany· 2025-11-04
Joachim Rukwied, the president of the farmers' association, expressed disappointment over Rainer's decision.
Ende für Programm, das die Tierhaltung verbessern sollte - WirtschaftGermany· 2025-09-12
Joachim Rukwied has proposed paying seasonal workers only 80 percent of the minimum wage.
Kostendruck bei Bauern: Aldi drückt die Preise, die Politik erhöht die Löhne - MeinungGermany· 2025-07-04Joachim Rukwied, president of the German Farmers' Association, warned that the minimum wage increase could force agricultural businesses to exit labor-intensive crops.
Heftige Kritik an Erhöhung auf 14.60 Euro
Switzerland· 2025-06-27
Joachim Rukwied expressed astonishment at the protest at Felßner's farm and regretted his withdrawal from candidacy.
Pick for German agriculture minister withdraws after activists storm farm | Germany
United Kingdom· 2025-03-27
