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07/02/2026

Ready, Set, Aim! Registration & Sponsorships Now Available for OABA Target: Scholarships

This fall the Target: Scholarships committee is planning an event at the Eagle's Nest Sporting Grounds in Mt. Gilead, Ohio to raise funds for the Ohio AgriBusiness Association Education Trust scholarship program. In addition to a day of sporting clays, OABA members have the opportunity to network with their colleagues, while they continue to support aspiring agribusiness professionals.  This year's event will be held on September 11. 

07/02/2026

2026 Sustaining Sponsor Spotlight: Legacy Farmers Cooperative

The Ohio AgriBusiness Association is pleased to feature our Sustaining Sponsors in the 2026 Spotlight Series. This week, the focus is on Gold Sponsor: Legacy Farmers Cooperative.

06/11/2026

Agribusiness Industry Golfs to Support Ohio's Agricultural Students

Register for August outing by July 27 for early registration discount

OABA members came out in full force to support Ohio's agricultural students at the June 10 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.

05/29/2026

Upcoming Events: Grain Grading School & Grain Law Roundtable - June 4

June 4 | July 16 | August 20 | September 3

Are you looking to obtain Ohio Commodity Tester Training? Or do you already have your Commodity Tester Certificate and need to renew it? OABA's Grain Grading School, approved by the Ohio Department of Agriculture, is structured to provide training/renewal training opportunities.

05/08/2026

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 Ladder Safety at Work and Selling or Buying a Business.

04/29/2026

Sponsorship Opportunities Available for 2026 4R Technology Review Field Day

We are excited to announce that the 2026 4R Technology Review Field Day will be held on June 23, 2026, in Pickaway County, Ohio. Join OABA for a day of informative presentations, field demonstrations, and networking opportunities. Sponsorships are available and registration is now open!

04/22/2026

OABA Joins More Than 330 Ag Groups Urging House to Advance Farm Bill 2.0

Organizations Representing Farmers, Ranchers, and Agribusinesses Across All 50 States Urge Swift House Action on Farm Bill 2.0.

04/01/2026

Registration Now Open for Virtual Anhydrous Ammonia Safety Training

Course open through May 31

Due to member and industry requests, because of the high rate of employee changes and interns coming in, OABA’s Safety & Risk Management subcommittee has planned additional Anhydrous Ammonia Safety Workshop trainings for 2026 in an online, on-demand format.

03/24/2026

Registration Now Open for 2026 Grain Grading Schools & Grain Law Roundtable

June 4 - McComb | July 16 - Wooster | August 20 - Springfield | September 3 - Reynoldsburg

OABA is has confirmed dates for Grain Grading Schools in 2026: June 4 (McComb), July 16 (Wooster), August 20 (Springfield) and September 3 (Reynoldsburg) for those seeking to obtain Ohio Commodity Tester Training. Grain Law Roundtable will be held in McComb on June 5.

03/09/2026

OABA Participates in American Ag Retailers Association Washington, D.C. Fly‑In

OABA was proud to join agricultural leaders from across the country at last week’s Agricultural Retailers Association Washington, D.C. Fly‑In. This annual event brings together ag retailers, agribusinesses, and industry partners for high‑level discussions with federal policymakers on the most pressing issues shaping modern agriculture.

03/06/2026

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 OSHA and PERRP Severe Injury Reporting and Identifying & Reporting Suspected Claim Fraud.

03/05/2026

New Resources to Help Agribusinesses Navigate Endangered Species Act Requirements

As implementation of the Endangered Species Act (ESA) increasingly intersects with pesticide use and agricultural production practices, it is important that agribusinesses clearly understand potential compliance requirements related to pesticide labels, habitat protections and application practices. To support members, OABA has compiled a collection of practical resources, regulatory updates and educational tools to help agribusinesses navigate emerging ESA requirements

02/16/2026

EPA Announces New Dicamba Registration for 2026 & 2027 Growing Seasons

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has approved a new, time-limited registration for dicamba use on dicamba-tolerant crops for the 2026 and 2027 growing seasons. This decision follows extensive review and introduces an updated federal label with strengthened requirements intended to further reduce the potential for off-target movement and enhance environmental protections. Please review the below EPA requirements that must be met before using dicamba.