Ex-President Brixner of DRV passes away
Dr. Jörg Brixner, a prominent figure in the German Raiffeisen organization, passed away on August 31 at the age of 91. Dr. Brixner served as the head of the DRA for eight years and was instrumental in shaping the cooperative agricultural and food industry in Germany over several decades.
Dr. Brixner's career with the Raiffeisen organization spanned 37 years, with 22 of those years at the former Württembergische Landwirtschaftliche Zentralgenossenschaft (WLZ). During his tenure, he played a crucial role in aligning the cooperative union with the changing competitive conditions on the European markets.
One of Dr. Brixner's most significant contributions was his work in strengthening the competitiveness of cooperatives and promoting their market and customer orientation, particularly in a time of profound changes in agriculture, markets, and society. His foresight and great sense of responsibility left lasting traces in the industry.
In recognition of his work, Dr. Brixner was honoured with the German Raiffeisen Medal, the highest award of the Raiffeisen organization. He was also the recipient of the Professor Niklas Medal in Gold, the highest award of the Federal Ministry of Food and Agriculture. However, the criteria for receiving these prestigious awards were not specified in the article.
Dr. Brixner's name is synonymous with the German Raiffeisen Association, and his association with numerous specialist articles, stemming from his long-standing connection to the Research Institute for Cooperative Studies at the University of Hohenheim, is well documented.
Perhaps one of Dr. Brixner's most notable achievements was his role in integrating East German cooperatives into the Raiffeisen organization after reunification. His influence at the WLZ as a board member and his election as president of the DRA in 1991 were significant milestones in this process.
The DRA has expressed its gratitude for Dr. Brixner's lifetime of work for the benefit of cooperatives and has promised to keep his memory alive in honour. As of now, the DRA has not specified how they plan to do this.
Dr. Brixner retired on September 30, 1999, and his passing marks the end of an era for the German Raiffeisen organization. His legacy will continue to inspire and guide the organization as it navigates the challenges of the future.
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