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Agriculture mourns: Alois Alferding dies at the age of 74!
Alois Alferding, long-time chairman of the Gemen Agricultural Association, died on October 23, 2025.
Agriculture mourns: Alois Alferding dies at the age of 74!
It is with great sadness that the agricultural community in Gemen mourns the loss of an outstanding representative. Alois Alferding, who served as chairman of the Gemen Agricultural Local Association from 1983 to 2011, died on October 23, 2025 at the age of 74. During his long term in office, Alferding was considered one of the most influential voices for the concerns of farmers in his region. Tobias Becker-Hardt, the current local association chairman, and Markus Weiß, district association chairman, honored Alferding in an obituary for his remarkable commitment and tireless presence in agriculture.
His services to rural areas were recognized in 2012 with the awarding of the Schorlemer plaque in bronze. He received this award on the occasion of the district association day at the vennehof in Borken, presented by WLV President Johannes Röring and DBV President Joachim Rukwied. Alferding's death leaves a big gap in the agricultural community, which valued him as a loyal and reliable companion.
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In view of past challenges, such as the debates over agricultural diesel and the farmers' protests, Beringmeier has already initiated concrete plans to build on this year's successes. The restructuring of animal husbandry and the necessary financing are particularly important to him. In addition, he plans to promote young farmers and give women more space in the association's work by giving them more responsibility.
Appreciation of Regina Selhorst
During this meeting, Regina Selhorst was also honored for her commitment as President of the Westphalian Rural Women's Association (WLLV). She received the Schorlemer plaque in silver, which was awarded to her for her nine years in office. This honor highlights the important role women play in agriculture and the community.
The events of the last few days clearly demonstrate how closely connected the farming community is, whether in mourning the loss of a valued colleague or in supporting industry leaders seeking creative solutions to the challenges of today and tomorrow. The memory of Alois Alferding will live on not only in Gemen, but far beyond the borders.