Director David T. Daniels was formally appointed Ohio Agriculture Director by Governor John R.
Kasich on February 15, 2012.
He is a native of Greenfield, Ohio, where he was born and raised, and where he and his father
managed Daniels Brothers farm.
Director Daniels brings the perspective of a family farmer, small businessman and local government
official to the department. During his career of public service he fought against unnecessary red
tape and regulations and to foster a healthy business climate to create new opportunities for jobs.
Following four successful terms in the Ohio House of Representatives, he was elected to the Ohio Senate
in 2010 to serve the families of the 17th Ohio Senate District, which includes Clinton, Fayette,
Gallia, Highland, Jackson, Pike, Ross, Vinton and portions of Lawrence and Pickaway counties. Prior
to being elected to the Ohio General Assembly, he served four years on the Greenfield City Council
and eight as Mayor. He also served as a Highland County Commissioner for six years.
Food and agriculture is the No. 1 industry in Ohio, adding more than $107 billion to the economy each year.
In addition to providing leadership for the agricultural industry, the director of agriculture administers
numerous regulatory, food safety, and consumer protection programs for the benefit of all Ohioans.
Director Daniels lives in Greenfield with his wife Karen. They have four children and six grandchildren.
Updated: February 15, 2012