Bavaria’s Minister of Agriculture, Michaela Kaniber, has expressed deep regret following the death of former Agriculture Minister Reinhold Bocklet. In a statement released Saturday evening, Kaniber described the news as profoundly saddening. She acknowledged Bocklet’s dedicated service and expertise during his tenure as a Member of the European Parliament, as State Minister of Agriculture and as Vice President of the Bavarian State Parliament, all in service to Bavarian agriculture.
Kaniber emphasized the lasting impact of Bocklet’s life’s work on the agricultural landscape of Bavaria. She highlighted his strong sense of responsibility, strategic thinking and unwavering commitment to finding solutions for local communities as exemplary qualities. Kaniber recalled him as a dependable and knowledgeable colleague, whose counsel and experience will be dearly missed.
She extended her thoughts to his family during this difficult time. Kaniber expressed gratitude for everything Bocklet contributed to Bavaria, its people and particularly, to the Bavarian agricultural sector, stating his loss will be keenly felt throughout the industry.