Bill to help beginning farmers overcome barriers has been signed into law

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has signed a bill into law that could help the next generation of farmers by removing barriers to entry and exit.

House Bill 95 authorizes income tax credits for beginning farmers who attend financial management programs or individuals and businesses that sell or rent farmland, livestock, buildings, and equipment to beginning farmers.

North central Ohio farmer Jeff Dean says it’s difficult to get into farming.

“It’s nearly impossible for anybody that doesn’t marry into it or inherit it.

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