Dealer Meeting Latin America 2026

Last week, GRIMME Premium Partners from across Latin America gathered in Peru for the annual Dealer Meeting. Over four intensive days, the focus was on sharing knowledge and experiences, strengthening collaboration, and driving continuous development together.

The meeting was officially opened by Paul Rechtien, Director of GRIMME Latin America. In addition, Philipp Grimme and Benedikt Pohl joined via video call from Germany to personally welcome the participants and emphasize the importance of close cooperation throughout the region.

More than 20 participants attended the event, representing Chile, Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, Peru, and Uruguay. Special recognition goes to our Chilean team, which demonstrated outstanding commitment by attending with four representatives.

Open Discussion on Markets and Challenges

Throughout the four-day event, current market developments, technical requirements, product updates, and country-specific challenges were discussed openly. The intensive exchange among dealers provided a valuable platform for learning from one another, sharing experiences, and developing joint solutions for the future.

Insights from RICON and SPUDNIK

Another highlight was the presentation by our sister company RICON, represented by Felix Lingens and Hannes Thöle-Meyer. RICON develops and manufactures innovative screening and conveying technology that forms an essential part of many GRIMME machines. Participants gained valuable insights into recent developments, innovations, and repair optimization opportunities, while also discussing further process improvements.

Our sister company SPUDNIK from the United States, represented by Niklas Gräber and Chris Poole, also attracted considerable interest with a presentation covering its product portfolio and available solutions.

Focus on Service & Parts

Another major focus area was Service & Parts. Discussions centered on the current status, opportunities for improvement, and potential solutions. These conversations once again highlighted the importance of close collaboration between departments and countries to ensure the highest level of support for our machines across all markets.

Practical Insights at Inveragro

In addition to the presentations and discussions in the conference room, one day was dedicated to practical experience. Participants visited the facilities of our Peruvian dealer Inveragro and later toured a local farming operation, where they gained firsthand insights into regional growing conditions and field environments.

Networking and Recognition of Outstanding Achievements

Beyond the official program, the Dealer Meeting provided numerous opportunities for personal exchange. Participants explored the city of Lima together and attended a traditional dance show. Another special highlight was the Dealer Awards Ceremony, where outstanding achievements were recognized in a unique atmosphere complemented by local food. Personal remarks from the award recipients demonstrated the dedication, passion, and teamwork behind the success of our partners.

The Dealer Meeting 2026 once again demonstrated the importance of a strong network and close cooperation among partners. Through our trusted and strategically aligned collaboration, we continue to build a solid foundation for future success.

We would like to sincerely thank all participants for their commitment and extend special thanks to our partner Inveragro for its excellent support in organizing the Dealer Meeting and for its warm hospitality in Peru.