Information event on hunting: Experts provide advice in the Darmstadt-Dieburg district

Information event on hunting: Experts provide advice in the Darmstadt-Dieburg district

In the Darmstadt-Dieburg district, an information event for those authorized to hunt and conservancies took place in the Kranichstein district hall on November 12, 2025, which generated great interest. LADADI reports that The focus was on the topics of hunting, animal protection and animal disease prevention. Experts from the fields of hunting, forestry and veterinary science informed interested parties about current developments that are important for everyone affected.

Deputy District Administrator Lutz Köhler emphasized the importance of cooperation between hunters and authorities to promote nature and animal protection. This cooperation plays a crucial role in addressing the challenges posed by climate change and changing forests.

Important topics of the event

A special highlight was the lecture by Max Kröschel from the Baden-Württemberg Forestry Research and Research Institute, which impressively illuminated roe deer hunting in the context of climate change and forest conversion. In addition, Dr. Christa Wilczek, the district animal protection officer, presented the activities of the district animal protection advisory board. These include, among other things, the implementation of the Cat Protection Ordinance, the establishment of dog runs as well as preventive measures against accidents involving wildlife and the handling of injured wild animals.

The veterinary office was also present to provide important information on how to combat African swine fever (ASF). There was a lot to learn, starting with prevention measures and training courses right up to how to act in the event of an emergency. Frauke Groth, official veterinarian, emphasized the need for precaution and clear communication channels should ASF cases actually occur.

Commitment is appreciated

At the end of the event, Lutz Köhler thanked everyone involved for their commitment and emphasized the close cooperation between the hunters, forestry, veterinary office and hunting authority. “Together we create the basis for responsible and sustainable hunting and for the protection of our wildlife,” says Köhler.

In this sense, it is gratifying to see how local actors are working together to promote both animal welfare and sustainable hunting practices. Such events are a step in the right direction to achieve good coexistence in the region and to strengthen a conscious approach to nature.