We learned this Tuesday, December 17, of the death of Max Haefliger at the age of 66. He was a major player in the development of organic farming in Aude.
Founder in 1986 of BioCivam de l’Aude, the center for initiatives and promotion of agriculture and rural areas in Aude, Max Haefliger died at the age of 66 this Saturday, December 14, 2024. Former director of this association of organic producers in Aude, he worked for many years for the development of this sustainable agriculture by bringing together nearly 300 members throughout the territory of which he was also the representative with public actors such as the Chamber of Agriculture, local authorities and State services.
“Max has devoted his professional life to the development of organic agriculture in Aude. His commitment and vision have had a profound impact on our territory. He notably carried out 20 years of participatory research with INRAE and Aude organic producers. on the selection and processing of cereals A work rewarded with the “Participatory Research” prize in 2018. details this Tuesday, December 17, the administrators of BioCivam de l’Aude.
After retiring in 2020, Max Haefliger remained close to Biocivam and its members. “It was always a pleasure to meet him every year during the PAC teledeclarations. We offer our most sincere condolences to his family and loved ones and invite you to pay him a last tribute during his funeral which will take place on Monday, December 23 , at 10:45 a.m., at the Villefranche-de-Lauragais crematorium The entire Aude organic farming community, and in particular Biocivam, We owe him a lot. We will remember his action and his humanity. Rémi Tardieu, president of BioCIVAM de l’Aude.
Please note that his partner Sylvie has set up an online space dedicated to his memory, where you will find more information, the possibility of expressing your condolences or offering flowers.
