Richard Walther Darré

Agronomist and political figure

Richard Walther Darré - Agronomist and political figure
Born

1895
130 years ago

Died

September 5th, 1953
72 years ago — 58 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Germany

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This Argentine-German agronomist and politician served as a prominent figure in the Nazi regime. Darré held the position of Reichsernährungsminister, focusing on agricultural policy. He advocated for soil conservation and promoted the idea of the Volkstumsfarm, which aimed to establish an agrarian society based on racial purity. His agricultural policies led to the establishment of organizations that supported farmers, emphasizing self-sufficiency within the regime's ideology. Darré's writings on agricultural matters further solidified his influence in the field during this period.

Served as Reichsernährungsminister

Promoted the Volkstumsfarm concept

Authored agricultural writings

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