Günther Felßner

Günther Felßner

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Günther Felßner is a prominent German politician and the President of the Bavarian Farmers' Association, known for his leadership in agricultural policy and advocacy for farmers' interests. As the CSU's candidate for the Bundestag and a potential future Minister of Agriculture, he plays a crucial role in the party's strategy to maintain its influence in rural areas of Bavaria. His recent involvement in political campaigning highlights the challenges and expectations he faces in addressing farmers' concerns, particularly regarding EU regulations on sustainable energy and wood usage. Felßner's efforts reflect a broader push by the CSU to regain support among constituents in the agricultural community.

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Günther Felßner is the Bavarian Farmers' President who is no longer available as a possible Federal Minister of Agriculture after a questionable protest action.

Protest bei Felßner: Markus Söder hat eine rote Linie überschritten - Bayern
Süddeutsche Zeitung·GermanyGermany· 2025-10-06
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Markus Soder
Markus Soder

Günther Felßner was initially considered for the position but withdrew.

Neue Bundesregierung: Dafür steht der neuen Landwirtschaftsminister Alois Rainer - Politik
Süddeutsche Zeitung·GermanyGermany· 2025-05-02
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Agricultural functionary Günther Felßner's farm was recently targeted by animal rights activists.

500 Jahre Bauernkriege in Bayern - Bayern
Süddeutsche Zeitung·GermanyGermany· 2025-04-21
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Günther Felßner is the president of the Bavarian farmers' association involved in a dispute over images released by Peta.

Tierschutz-Expertin: Bilder von Felßners Hof taugen nicht als Beleg für schlimme Zustände - Bayern
Süddeutsche Zeitung·GermanyGermany· 2025-04-03
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Frigga Wirths

Günther Felßner was initially nominated as the Federal Minister of Agriculture but faced challenges from activists.

Maibockanstich 2025 in München: Die besten Sprüche von Django Asül und Kathi Wolf - München
Süddeutsche Zeitung·GermanyGermany· 2025-04-02
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Günther Felßner is mentioned as a suitable candidate for the position of Federal Minister of Agriculture.

Söder und sein Wunschminister Felßner: Der Rückzug – und eine Vorgeschichte - Bayern
Süddeutsche Zeitung·GermanyGermany· 2025-04-02
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Günther Felßner decided to withdraw from his position as Federal Minister of Agriculture due to threats against his family and farm.

Bayern: Veterinäramt stellt Mängel in Stall von Günther Felßner fest. - Bayern
Süddeutsche Zeitung·GermanyGermany· 2025-04-01
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Günther Felßner is the president of the Bavarian Farmers' Association and withdrew his candidacy for the CSU as Federal Minister of Agriculture after a protest by Animal Rebellion.

„Animal Rebellion“ traut sich nicht, mit dem Bauernpräsidenten zu reden - Meinung
Süddeutsche Zeitung·GermanyGermany· 2025-03-30
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Günther Felßner is an agricultural official whose farm was invaded by animal rights activists.

Haberfeldtreiben in Bayern: Volksjustiz und kein Erbarmen - Bayern
Süddeutsche Zeitung·GermanyGermany· 2025-03-28
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Günther Felßner has decided not to be a candidate for the Federal Ministry of Agriculture due to concerns for his family.

Rückzug von Günther Felßner: Nicht jeder in der CSU ist traurig darüber - Bayern
Süddeutsche Zeitung·GermanyGermany· 2025-03-27
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Günther Felßner, a farming lobbyist, withdrew his candidacy for German agriculture minister after activists stormed his farm.

Pick for German agriculture minister withdraws after activists storm farm | Germany
The Guardian·United KingdomUnited Kingdom· 2025-03-27
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Günther Felßner has decided not to be a candidate for the Federal Ministry of Agriculture due to concerns for his family.

Rückzug von Günther Felßner: CSU in München reagiert unterschiedlich - Bayern
Süddeutsche Zeitung·GermanyGermany· 2025-03-26
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Günther Felßner, president of the Bavarian Farmers' Association, accepted a fine in 2018 for soil and water pollution.

Bad Grönenbach: Rinderhalter soll Silagesaft auf Wiese gepumpt haben - Bayern
Süddeutsche Zeitung·GermanyGermany· 2025-03-17
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Friedrich Mulln
Friedrich Mulln

Günther Felßner is the head of the Bavarian Farmers' Association and is being considered for the position of Federal Minister of Agriculture.

Wie der designierte CSU-Landwirtschaftsminister die Fakten umdeutet - Wissen
Süddeutsche Zeitung·GermanyGermany· 2025-02-28
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Markus Soder
Markus Soder

Günther Felßner, president of the Bavarian Farmers' Association, has vocally complained about the grazing obligation.

Bayerns Agrarministerin Kaniber fordert Ausnahmen von Weidepflicht für Bio-Bauern - Bayern
Süddeutsche Zeitung·GermanyGermany· 2025-02-15
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Kaniber

Günther Felßner is the president of the Bavarian Farmers' Association, expressing concern over the impact of grazing requirements on organic farmers.

Bayern: Wie die Weidepflicht Bio-Bauern in die Bredouille bringt - Bayern
Süddeutsche Zeitung·GermanyGermany· 2025-02-12
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Günther Felßner is the CSU Spitzenkandidat für die Landwirtschaft and is expected to be the next Bundesagrarminister.

Günther Felßner: Söders Joker an der Bauernfront - Bayern
Süddeutsche Zeitung·GermanyGermany· 2025-02-11
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