Ohio § 929.04

Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 929.04, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 929.04.

(A) As used in this section, “ agricultural activities ” means common agricultural practices, including all of the following: (1) The cultivation of crops or changing crop rotation; (2) Raising of livestock or changing the species of livestock raised; (3) Entering into and operating under a livestock contract; (4) The storage and application of commercial fertilizer; (5) The storage and application of manure; (6) The storage and application of pesticides and other chemicals commonly used in agriculture; (7) A change in corporate structure or ownership; (8) An expansion, contraction, or change in operations; (9) Any agricultural practice that is acceptable by local custom. (B) In a civil action for nuisances involving agricultural activities, it is a complete

defense if: (1) The agricultural activities were conducted within an agricultural district or on

land devoted exclusively to agricultural use in accordance with section 5713.30 of the Revised Code , or were conducted by a person pursuant to a lease agreement, written or otherwise; (2) The agricultural activities were established prior to the plaintiff's activities

or interest on which the action is based; (3) The agricultural activities were not in conflict with federal, state, and local laws

and rules relating to the alleged nuisance or were conducted in accordance with generally

accepted agriculture practices. The plaintiff may offer proof of a violation independently of proof of a violation

or conviction by any public official.

Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 929.04

What does Ohio Revised Code § 929.04 cover?

Section 929.04 is part of the Ohio Revised Code, the codified statutory law of Ohio. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

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