Welcome & Opening Session - The Power of One: How One Attitude, One Action and One Person Can Change the World 
Inspirational Speaker - John O'Leary, John O'Leary - Live Inspired

Playing with fire and gasoline as a curious nine-year-old boy, John O'Leary created a massive explosion in his garage and was burned on 100% of his body. Given less than 1% chance of survival, his unlikely recovery meant a journey of pain and loss that could have easily been insurmountable. With emotional storytelling and unexpected humor, John will remind the audience of the significance of daily attitudes, the power of gratitude, and the impact of serving others with courage. He will reawaken you to realize the gift of today and the possibility of tomorrow.

Credits: CCA - 1 PD

Sulfur & Potassium Needs of Corn and Soybeans

Speaker: Jim Camberato, Purdue University

Customer Focus - Disruptors in the Marketplace

Panelist: Bailey Elchinger, StoneXGroup; Judi Neill, Tri-County Farms LLC; Jake Heilmann, Heilmann Farms & Heilmann Seed Sales; Curt Elmore

In this session, panelists will evaluate how agribusinesses can continue to connect with their farmer customers and better understand what they are looking for in their agribusiness relationship.

Credits: CCA - 1 PD

Lunch 

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Speaker Connect with... John O'Leary (12:05-12:30) - network with the morning's general session speaker 

Finding Satisfying Solutions for Corn N Rate Recommendations

Speaker: Newell Kitchen, USDA-Agricultural Research Service

Disruption - Communication Techniques and Mitigating Stress

Facilitators: Greg Logue, Bruce Bierschbach, Kevin Mowers

2020 was full of disruptions, but let’s look ahead to 2021. What if you could learn a few new leadership skills around communication and stress management? Would that help you reduce disruption to start the new year? Of course it would! Crestcom International is a global leadership development organization that specializes in developing managers into true leaders. Join Ohio’s Crestcom facilitators for an exclusive, live facilitated working session designed to improve your skills in communication and stress management. Grow your business in the coming year by developing your number one asset – your people.  

Credits: CCA - 1 PD

The Post-2020 Meat Industry; How Will it Impact You? 

Speaker: Janette Barnard, Prime Future/Rock Road Consulting

Speaker: Mark Loux, The Ohio State University CFAES

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Daily Drop-in - Networking (4:00-5:00) - Join OABA staff and fellow participants for casual conversation to wrap up the day.

General Session: Economic Outlook - Optimism Rising
Dan Kowalski, CoBank

Hemp: Establishing a Disruptive Industry in Ohio

Speaker: Craig Schluttenhofer, Central State University

Hemp provides new agricultural and business opportunities for Ohioans. Understanding the agronomy, uses, and markets will help guide entrance into this emerging industry. Ongoing research to enhance the state hemp industry will be highlighted.

Credits: CCA - 1 CM

Grain and Oilseed Market Outlook

Speaker: Brian Burke, JSA

The Importance of Adjuvants in Fighting Weed Resistance and Optimizing Grower Profitability

Speaker: Joe Gednalske, Council of Producers and Distributors of AgroTechnology

This discussion will include the importance of adjuvant selection on weed control and thus weed resistance. Also, the importance of adjuvants on fungicide performance. Basics of tank mix adjuvants will be covered. Also, how the CPDA Certified Adjuvants Program can assist in quality adjuvant selection.

Credits: CCA - 1 PM; Core: 2C

Lunch 

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Speaker Connect with... Dan Kowalski (12:05-12:30) - network with the morning's general session speaker 

Soil Health Measurements for Scale

Speaker: Shannon Cappellazzi, Soil Health Institute

This session will discuss the results of the Soil Health Institute's North American Project to Evaluate Soil Health Measurements. We have analyzed over 2000 soil samples from 124 long-term research sites throughout North America with the express intent of evaluating the measurements used to monitor soil health. I will go over key findings and the approach SHI is using to scale up measuring and monitoring soil health globally.

Credits: CCA - 1 SW

Best Protection Against Commercial Vehicle Lawsuits

Speaker: Matt Ludwig, Nationwide

This session will discuss insurance techniques to protect your organization against commercial vehicle lawsuits. Primary techniques being discussed are Fleet Safety Management and the Use of Contracts. Fleet compliance, accident prevention, and contractual language will be the focus of this session.

Credits: CCA - 1 PD

Future of Technology in Agriculture

Speaker: Scott Schearer, The Ohio State University CFABE

Farmers, agricultural retailers, equipment manufactures, and researchers all are faced with a multitude of fast changing dynamics in the agricultural industry. Technology and the associated data are two of the biggest. The development of new technology as well as its adoption and implementation are going to be keys to future success for all those involved in the industry.

Credits: CCA - 1 Precision

Ethanol - Today and Tomorrow - NCGA's Perspective

Speaker: Mark Palmer, National Corn Growers Association 

Making Drone Spraying Work For Your Agribusiness

Speaker: Michael Ott, Rantizo 

Drone spraying in agriculture is relatively new to the industry, but it's not the future, it's the PRESENT! 

In this session, Rantizo CEO, Michael Ott will discuss: Drone spraying technology and automation; Applications that can be done by drone; The regulatory landscape required to legally Fly & Apply; Applications/scenarios that align well for drone spraying in the field; Ways drone spraying can supplement and enhance agribusinesses while providing more options for farmers

Credits: CCA - 1 Sustainability

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Daily Drop-in - Networking (4:00-5:00) - Join OABA staff and fellow participants for casual conversation to wrap up the day.

General Session - What to Expect Out of Washington, DC in 2021 
Mary Kay Thatcher, Syngenta

With more than 30 years of working for agriculture in the political landscape, Mary Kay Thatcher is well versed in navigating the political landscape. In her session, she will look at issues affecting agriculture that are likely to be addressed by the new administration and Congress this year.

Credits: CCA - 1 CM

When Good Bts Go Bad

Speakers: Chris DiFonzo, Michigan State University & Pat Porter, Texas A&M

Lepidopteran resistance to the Bt toxins in Bt corn hybrids is a growing concern. This presentation explores the current status of Bt resistance of ear-feeding caterpillars common in Ohio, as well as the factors that lead to this problem. The EPA recently proposed changes to deal with resistance, and these will also be discussed.

Credits: CCA - 1 PM; Core: 2A

Economic Considerations for Global & US Agricultural Trade and Markets

Speakers: Ben Brown, University of Missouri & Ian Sheldon, The Ohio State University

Lunch 

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Speaker Connect with... Mary Kay Thatcher (12:05-12:30) - network with the morning's general session speaker 

Hands-on Technical Education in Agronomy, Crop Management, Soil Conservation & Sustainable Agriculture

Speaker: Jon Witter, The Ohio State University CFAES

This presentation will share information on 4 degree programs at Ohio State Agricultural Technical Institute on the CFAES Wooster Campus. These programs emphasize hands on learning with a focus on building a strong foundation of technical knowledge, developing critical thinking abilities, and learning and practicing skills that are marketable to potential employers. Learn about just a few of the many lab experiences and projects that Ohio State ATI students undertake as they progress towards their degrees.

Credits: CCA - 1 Precision

Economic Considerations for Global & US Agricultural Trade and Markets

Speakers: Ben Brown, University of Missouri & Ian Sheldon, The Ohio State University

Custom Application Training Technologies

Speaker: Eric Wilcox, GROWMARK

This session will cover the following: Simulation training on Rogator Model B; Back to basics training; New employee training; Discussion Q&A with Kyle McCalla - Crop Protection Territory Manager

Credits: CCA - 1 Precision

Closing Session & Wrap Up - Catching Up with Chris: The Extended Edition
Chris Henney, President & CEO 

As the leader of OABA for nearly a decade, Chris Henney has successfully led the development and growth the Ohio AgriBusiness Association. In the final session of the main segment OABA Industry Conference, Chris Henney will recap the association's activities in 2020 and paint a picture of the plan for the year ahead. 

Credits: CCA - 1 PD

Ohio Department of Agriculture Update

Speakers: Matt Beal, ODA and Ryan King, ODA

Presentation Topics: Dicamba, Regulatory Updates, Case Reviews.

Occupational Safety and Health Administration - Things to Know

Speaker: Kim Nelson, DOL-OSHA

OSHA updates as they pertain to the agency in general, industry specific and other topic areas, to include the pandemic, agency policy modifications and etc…

Effective Remote Trainings: Don’t Let Them Zone Out on Zoom!

Speaker: Marlene Eick

Whether it’s Zoom or another platform, we’ve all been hosting more video conferences, webinars, and virtual trainings this last year - perhaps more than all our previous career years combined! When in-person gatherings were limited in 2020, Marlene Eick was quick to combine her husband’s video production background with her own training and development expertise to create a virtual training studio in her office. In this session, Marlene will provide tangible tips you can use to make your next remote training effective and interesting. Learn how to create an easy set up to make remote training easy on yourself and new teaching strategies to engage participants.

Impact Upon Your World: Insurance and Risk Management Trends in Agribusiness

Speakers: Steven Davis, ABIS/J.H. Ward - Assured Partners and Nate Boerger, ABIS/J.H. Ward - Assured Partners

The insurance industry continues to be more complex and competitive in our ever-changing agricultural industry. Learn more about protecting your organization with today’s sub limits, values, drone liability and cyber liability coverages to make sure you’re doing all that you can do to protect your organization.