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03/13/2020
COVID-19 Resource Center
In an effort to keep our members up to date on the latest news regarding the novel coronavirus, OABA has established this resource page. Links to important news stories and important resources will be added as they are made available.
09/18/2020
News from Washington: September 14-18
USDA to Provide Additional Direct Assistance to Farmers and Ranchers Impacted by the Coronavirus - Trump Announces Second Round of CFAP Payments - US Soy Sales to China Heat Up in New Marketing Year - WTO Panel Rules Against US tariffs on China - EPA Says It’s Denying “Gap” Waivers - Senators Weigh New Clean Water Act Rule - US Braces for New Organic Food Fight with EU - USDA Won’t Budge on Organic Animal Standards - Biden, Trump Cast Sharply Different Visions for Biofuels - USDA Assists Farmers, Ranchers, and Communities Affected by Western Wildfires - Federal Government Fines Smithfield Plant for COVID
09/18/2020
Treasurer Sprague Calls for Small Business Relief through Remaining CARES Act Funds
Ohio Treasurer Robert Sprague is calling for at least $100 million in the state’s remaining federal CARES Act allocation to be used for the creation of small business grants. The grants would provide much-needed support and relief to Ohio’s job creators severely impacted by the ongoing pandemic.
09/17/2020
OABA Members Donate Bowling Registrations to Support Agricultural Students
The 2020 Bowling for Scholarships event was scheduled for March 13, but was unfortunately canceled due to COVID-19 restrictions. Displaying their generosity and commitment to Ohio's agricultural students, the 18 registered teams chose to donate their registration to the Educational Trust.
