Farmers' Union: Strasser re-elected with 100 percent - a sign of unity!

Farmers' Union: Strasser re-elected with 100 percent - a sign of unity!

On May 26, 2025, Georg Strasser was unanimously re-elected as President of the Austrian Farmers' Association. The election took place this Saturday at the Federal Farmers' Council in Wieselburg and Strasser received 100 percent of the votes. This impressive support reflects the strong support he enjoys within the farmers' association.

In his keynote speech, Strasser emphasized that the Farmers' Association was more than just a representation of interests; He is a political force with a clear history and a desire to shape things. The Farmers' Association has the responsibility to be the voice of the farms, which play an essential role in the security of supply of high-quality food, as Agriculture Minister Norbert Totschnig also emphasized.

New Presidium elected

In addition to Strasser's re-election, which was welcomed by over 300 participants, new vice presidents were also elected. Norbert Totschnig takes up his new post as Vice President, while Michaela Langer-Weninger, Josef Moosbrugger and Irene Neumann-Hartberger were also confirmed as Vice Presidents. Carina Reiter was re-elected as Federal Secretary, and Norbert Walter is now taking over the office of Federal Finance Officer. Totschnig described the Farmers' Association as a driving force for agriculture in Austria and expressed the desire for a strong and effective executive committee.

Josef Moosbrugger highlighted the practical experience of the new officials and emphasized the goal of improving the lives of farming families. In view of current challenges, such as pig fattening, the urgent need for action was recognized. This requires quick and thoughtful action by the future federal government to offer farmers support.

Rural interests in the focus of politics

The current government negotiations offer an important opportunity to integrate the concerns of family farmers more closely into the political agenda. In particular, Upper Austrian Farmers' Association director Ing. Wolfgang Wallner emphasized that the concerns of these companies must be taken seriously. Concerns such as bureaucratic simplifications and ensuring planning and investment security are crucial. Wallner calls for the importance of agriculture for both economic and cultural diversity in Austria to be recognized.

Strasser concluded his speech by thanking the farmers who work tirelessly for the well-being of their families and society. A fair income and appreciation for their services are essential to ensure the long-term competitiveness of local agriculture.

Overall, the re-election of Georg Strasser and the consistency in the executive committee show that the Farmers' Association is ready to face the challenges of the future and strengthen the voice of agriculture in Austria. Close cooperation within the new executive board and with politicians will be crucial in order to effectively represent farmers' interests.