Volvo machines assure German farmer powerful dairy producer's position

By means of seven Volvo CE wheel loaders – six L30Gs and an L60G, the Fehrbellin-based farm, Rhinmilch, can assure 365 days activity and maintains its position as one of the most powerful dairy producers in the state of Brandenburg.

Located in Germany, the 4.250 hectare farm provides a total of 5,100 cattle (including 1,750 dairy cows) with clean, comfortable bedding and fresh food.

Hellmuth Riestock, managing director of Rhinmilch is a loyal customer who acquired its first Volvo machine through the Swedish dealer Swecon about 25 years ago.

He said: "Reliability and the quality of service is the most important factor when it comes to these machines, even more than cost. Great service is what defines our strong relationship with Volvo machines.”

In addition to the seven Volvo wheel loaders, the company’s fleet includes 16 tractors, two combine harvesters, a forage harvester and mowers, drills, balers and fertilizer spreaders.

The L30G and L60G wheel loaders are equipped with hydraulic attachment brackets. They allow to accommodate different jobs at the Rhinmilch farm as they can switch between attachments quickly.

Hellmuth Riestock added: “We have been working with Swecon salesman Frank Schmies for nearly 25 years, and it’s like he’s one of the family. He knows our fleet and our needs as a business. It’s a great relief having Frank and the Swecon technicians available around the clock, all year round, and for any emergencies. At Rhinmilch, there can be no standstill for our Volvo machines.”