The Ohio Food Policy Council was established by Governor Strickland in August of 2007.
Governor's Executive Order #27S detailed environmental, social, and economic benefits that
Ohio's food and farming system contributes to the state, as well as the importance of retaining and growing that
industry to further expand those benefits. Also of critical importance is helping Ohioans who do not have access to healthy and fresh foods.
To implement the goals set forth, the Ohio Food Policy Council has established four task
forces to address these issues. The task forces began meeting in May 2008, and have already developed a set of short-term recommendations.
To learn more about what Food Policy Councils are and how they work visit our FAQs page. If you would like more information or are interested in supporting the development of local foods in Ohio, please contact
Amalie Lipstreu at 614.466.6198 or ALipstreu@agri.ohio.gov
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