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Whether you are an Ohio AgriBusiness Association member or just interested in learning more about the association, we are proud to welcome you to the OABA website.

OABA is a membership-based state trade association, originally established in the late 1800s to represent the best interests of businesses that serve Ohio agriculture. Today, our membership includes the manufacturers and wholesale/retail suppliers of plant nutrient and protection materials, the grain warehousing and marketing industry, the feed and seed industry, as well as companies providing equipment, financing, insurance, consulting, and other products and services for the agribusiness industry.

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		1	2	3 Grain Grading School Ohio Department of Agriculture Reynoldsburg, Ohio September 3, 2026	4	5
6	7	8	9 CANCELED FOR 2026 - FSR Agronomy College A partnership between OABA & OSU Extension London, OH September 9, 2026	10	11 Target: Scholarships Sporting Clays Event Eagle's Nest Sporting Grounds - Mt. Gilead, Ohio September 11, 2026	12
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20	21	22	23 FSR Career Exploration Fair Farm Science Review Grounds September 23, 2026 10:00AM - 12:00PM EST	24	25	26
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Mon
2
2026

November 2, 2026

2027 OABA LAUNCH Program - Application Deadline

Application Deadline: 11/2/2026

Columbus & Willard Ohio

Applications for the 2027 LAUNCH Class are due by November 2, 2026. Event dates will be January 6-8 – Columbus area, and February 17-19 – Willard area.

Wed
18
2026

November 18, 2026
9:00AM - 4:00PM

Women Leading in Ohio Agribusiness Fall Summit

Nationwide & Ohio Farm Bureau 4-H Center

2201 Fred Taylor Drive, Columbus, Ohio 43210

The 2026 Women Leading in Ohio Agribusiness Fall Summit will be held Wednesday, November 18 at the Nationwide & Ohio Farm Bureau 4-H Center. Please make plans to join us! More information to come soon.

Wed
6
2027

January 6 - 8, 2027

LAUNCH Session 1

Columbus, Ohio

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09/24/2026

OABA Announces New Membership Dues Structure

Member feedback drives meaningful change for the upcoming membership year

OABA is pleased to announce a new membership dues structure, approved by the Board of Directors following a comprehensive review of the association's current dues model. The updated structure is designed to better reflect the diverse businesses that make up Ohio's agribusiness industry while continuing to support the programs and services members value.

09/20/2026

2026 Sustaining Sponsor Spotlight: Luckey Farmers, Inc.

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

09/18/2026

September & October 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.

09/18/2026

OABA to Host 2026 Women Leading in Ohio Agribusiness Program Fall Summit - Registration Now Open!

November 18 | Columbus, Ohio

Join us for the 2026 Women Leading in Ohio Agribusiness Fall Summit! This event will feature insightful speakers and dynamic breakout sessions on topics for women in the agribusiness workforce. It's a great opportunity to network with other women in agribusiness!