What qualifies as bona fide agricultural purposes in property assessment?

The definition of bona fide agricultural purposes in property assessment focuses on the actual use of land for recognized agricultural activities that contribute to the production of crops or livestock. This means that for land to qualify under bona fide agricultural purposes, it must be actively and legitimately dedicated to agricultural activities, such as farming or ranching. By meeting this criterion, the land not only serves an agricultural function but also aligns with the state's assessment policies that recognize and incentivize genuine farming efforts.

In contrast, land simply designated for crops or identified with an agricultural zoning classification does not automatically qualify unless it is actively used for those purposes. Additionally, vacant land intended for future agricultural use does not meet the active involvement standard, as it does not currently support agricultural activities, thus disqualifying it from being assessed under bona fide purposes at that moment.