François Patriat, a former senator and minister known for his agricultural policies and political moderation, has died at 83. Born in 1943 in Semur-en-Auxois, he worked as a veterinarian before entering politics. A longtime advocate for rural development, he served as a deputy from 1981 to 1997, then as agriculture minister from 2002 to 2004. He also chaired the Bourgogne regional council from 2004 to 2015. Patriat was a key figure in shaping France’s agricultural policies and promoted responsible hunting practices. A loyal supporter of En Marche, he led the LREM/RDPI Senate group until his death. President Macron and his wife expressed condolences, acknowledging his decades of service to France’s political and territorial institutions.
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