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John Foltz

  • Retired
  • Ohio State University
  • Agricultural Research & Education
  • Richland, WA
John Foltz

John’s Bio

John Foltz retired from Ohio State University in 2023 following a career in agricultural education, research and leadership. At Ohio State, he chaired the Department of Animal Sciences and served as Interim Associate Director of the Farm Financial Management and Policy Institute. Previously, he held several leadership positions at the University of Idaho, including dean and associate dean of the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences. Foltz holds degrees in agricultural economics from Ohio State and a Ph.D. from Purdue University. He also serves on the International Executive Board of FarmHouse Fraternity.

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