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06/28/2024
OABA and Partners Urge Swift Passage of 2024 Farm Bill to Support Agriculture and Rural Development
OABA and several other agricultural groups have thanked the House and Senate leaders for their work on the 2024 Farm Bill and have asked for their continued support to pass this important legislation before the end of the year. The farm bill is essential for many Americans, helping with food production, conservation, rural development, and more.
06/14/2024
June Resources from Sedgwick - OABA Member Service Partner
OABA is pleased to partner with Sedgwick to offer members quality service and stability through the complex workers’ compensation environment. Check out this update from Sedgwick regarding Contractor Safety and Industrial Commission Update.
06/13/2024
Agribusiness Industry Golfs to Support Ohio's Agricultural Students
Register for August outing by July 26 for early registration discount
OABA members came out in full force to support Ohio's agricultural students at the June 12 Golf for Scholarships event. Over 70 golfers from across the agricultural community enjoyed a beautiful day in the sunshine at the Deer Ridge Golf Club in Bellville.
05/27/2024
Passing of Daryl R. Gates
OABA is saddened to report the passing of Daryl R. Gates, former President & CEO of Morral Companies LLC, and father of current OABA Board Chairman Grant Gates. Daryl served as chairman of the Ohio Agrobusiness Association in 1985. He also served on the boards of the Agriculture Retailers Association and The Fertilizer Institute.
05/24/2024
OABA Joins Agricultural Stakeholders in Opposition to California's Proposition 12
OABA, along with several agricultural industry trade associations, has expressed significant concerns to the House Agricultural Leadership regarding California's Proposition 12. This legislation, which sets minimum space requirements for breeding pigs, egg-laying hens, and veal calves, is set to take full effect in 2024 and impacts pork sold in California, regardless of its origin.
05/15/2024
OABA Signs Letter Addressing Concerns Over EPA's Proposed Formaldehyde Regulations
OABA, along with several national trade associations from the agriculture industry, has recently provided feedback to the EPA regarding the 2024 Draft Risk Evaluation for Formaldehyde under the Toxic Substances Control Act.
05/10/2024
Sponsorship Opportunities Available for 2024 4R Technology Review Field Day
Secure a sponsorship at the 2024 4R Technology Review Field Day, set for August 28th at The Ohio State University’s CFAES Wooster Campus. With options ranging from key sponsorships to vendor booths, your business can gain unmatched exposure through logo placements, exhibit spaces, and opportunities to present to industry leaders.
05/07/2024
4R Nutrient Stewardship Council Launches New Voucher Program for Retailers Outside Western Lake Erie Basin
As H2Ohio expands statewide, the 4R Nutrient Stewardship Council is excited to introduce a new voucher program specifically tailored for retailers operating on cropland acres outside the western Lake Erie basin watershed. This pilot initiative is designed to support facilities that have attained 4R Certification.
05/07/2024
Sponsor and Play in the 2024 Golf for Scholarships Outings
June 12 - Bellville | August 14 - Sidney
The Ohio AgriBusiness Association invites you to attend the 2024 Golf for Scholarships outings. The early outing will be held June 12 at Deer Ridge Golf Club in Bellville, Ohio. The late outing will be held August 14 at Shelby Oaks Golf Club in Sidney, Ohio.
05/03/2024
May Resources from Sedgwick - OABA Member Service Partner
OABA is pleased to partner with Sedgwick to offer members quality service and stability through the complex workers’ compensation environment. Check out this update from Sedgwick regarding Contractor Safety and Industrial Commission Update.
05/03/2024
Ohio Food, Agriculture, and Related Businesses Workforce Needs Survey
Ohio State University Extension, along with its 4-H Youth Development program, invites participation in a brief 10-minute survey designed to collect insights on job recruitment practices, retention strategies, and training needs across Ohio’s agricultural, food, and forestry industries.
04/24/2024
Ohio AgriBusiness Association Welcomes Melinda Witten as New President and Chief Executive Officer
The Ohio AgriBusiness Association is pleased to announce Melinda Witten as its new President and Chief Executive Officer, effective June 3, 2024. This leadership appointment continues the association’s ongoing efforts to enhance advocacy and service for Ohio’s agribusiness community.
04/23/2024
May & June Workshops from the OSU Leadership Center - OABA Member Service Partner
The Ohio AgriBusiness Association is pleased to partner with The Ohio State University Leadership Center, granting members access to outstanding professional development workshops. Mark your calendar for their upcoming offerings.
04/12/2024
April Resources from Sedgwick - OABA Member Service Partner
OABA is pleased to partner with Sedgwick to offer members quality service and stability through the complex workers’ compensation environment. Check out this update from Sedgwick regarding Warehouse Safety and Industrial Commission Hearings.
03/28/2024
Registration Open for 2024 Golf for Scholarships Outings
June 12 - Bellville | August 14 - Sidney
The Ohio AgriBusiness Association invites you to attend the 2024 Golf for Scholarships outings. The early outing will be held June 12 at Deer Ridge Golf Club in Bellville, Ohio. The late outing will be held August 14 at Shelby Oaks Golf Club in Sidney, Ohio.
03/28/2024
April Workshops from the OSU Leadership Center - OABA Member Service Partner
The Ohio AgriBusiness Association is pleased to partner with The Ohio State University Leadership Center, granting members access to outstanding professional development workshops. Mark your calendar for their upcoming offerings.
03/20/2024
Now Open - Virtual Anhydrous Ammonia Safety Training
Course available until May 31
The online, on-demand workshop is designed to help participants become more aware of the chemical properties, proper handling, cautions and hazards when working with anhydrous ammonia, equipment, and containment. Participants must complete the workshop before May 31.
03/14/2024
March Resources from Sedgwick - OABA Member Service Partner
OABA is pleased to partner with Sedgwick to offer members quality service and stability through the complex workers’ compensation environment. Check out this update from Sedgwick regarding fall protection and Employer Handicap Reimbursement Program name change.
03/04/2024
Mark Your Calendar for 2024 Grain Grading Schools & Grain Law Roundtables
June 5 - McComb | July 18 - Wooster | August 29 - Springfield | September 11 - Reynoldsburg
OABA is has confirmed dates for ODA-approved Grain Grading Schools in 2024: June 5 (McComb), July 18 (Wooster), August 29 (Springfield) and September 11 (Reynoldsburg) for those seeking to obtain or renew a Commodity Tester Certificate. Once again, OABA will offer a Test-only option for individuals seeking recertification.
02/28/2024
Register Now for 2024 Grain Operations Training Course
First Session Held April 4
The OABA Grain Operations Training Course is designed to provide quality training for individuals whose primary responsibilities are in grain operations. The course is a series of three day-long classes - April 4, April 16 and April 25 - conducted at an operating grain facility.
02/27/2024
Ten Graduate from Ohio AgriBusiness Association’s LAUNCH Program
Program Prepares Future Agribusiness Leaders
Ten Ohio agribusiness leaders were recognized as the latest graduates of Ohio AgriBusiness Association’s LAUNCH program.
02/26/2024
March Workshops from the OSU Leadership Center - OABA Member Service Partner
The Ohio AgriBusiness Association is pleased to partner with The Ohio State University Leadership Center, granting members access to outstanding professional development workshops. Mark your calendar for their upcoming offerings.
02/21/2024
FMCSA-PHMSA Safety Advisory on Possible Catastrophic Nurse Tank Failure
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) recently issued a safety advisory to provide notice of the possibility of catastrophic failure of certain hazardous materials packages, commonly known as "nurse tanks." See Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations (49 CFR) §173.315(m).
02/16/2024
OABA and More Than 360 Organizations Voice Support for FIFRA Labeling Related to Interior Appropriations Sec. 461
The Ohio AgriBusiness Association recently joined more than 360 organizations in a letter sent to members of the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives Committees on Appropriations that voices support for FIFRA Labeling Related to Interior Appropriations Sec. 461
02/15/2024
Member Alert: EPA Issues Existing Stocks Order for Dicamba
On Feb. 14, 2024, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued an Existing Stocks Order for Dicamba Products Previously Registered for Over-the-Top Use on Dicamba-Tolerant Cotton and Soybean. This Order addresses use of the formerly-registered dicamba products and authorizes limited sale and distribution of dicamba products that are already in the possession of growers or in the channels of trade and outside the control of the pesticide companies.
