4-18-2024

Resources for member businesses on enhanced biosecurity at livestock farms

Updated April 19 with additional fact sheets.
The Michigan Agri-Business Association is reminding member companies to focus on awareness, communication and collaboration as Michigan agriculture works to prevent the spread of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI). The following information includes a summary of the situation and action steps for rural businesses in Michigan.

Fact sheets for employee communication and other resources for use by member companies appear at the bottom of this page.

PDF Download: Industry Briefing on HPAI and Biosecurity
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4-18-2024

MABA Details CY 2025-2028 Dues Investment Levels

From MABA President Chuck Lippstreu:

Today we announced that beginning next year, in 2025, MABA’s annual dues will increase for the first time in eight years. This dues adjustment will be approximately 12.5% over the current dues. This new dues amount will remain the same from 2025 through 2028. The Board of Directors and I agree that a periodic review and adjustment of dues, on a predictable basis, is prudent management and provides certainty for all of you.

Here is a chart demonstrating these new investment levels:

MABA Dues Comparison Chart, CY2024 v. CY2025-2028

ANNUAL GROSS SALESANNUAL DUES CY24ANNUAL DUES CY25-28Change
UNDER $2,000,000$   600.00$675$75.00
$2,000,001 to $5,000,000$1,000.00$1,125.00$125.00
$5,000,001 to $15,000,000$1,200.00$1,350.00$150.00
$15,000,001 to $25,000,000$1,700.00$1,900.00$200.00
$25,000,001 to $35,000,000$2,800.00$3,150.00$350.00
$35,000,001 to $50,000,000$3,500.00$3,950.00$450.00
Over $50,000,000$4,000.00$4,500.00$500.00
*No more than 10% of MABA dues are used for lobbying activities.

Your dues investment is fueling results for the industry. We continue to deliver for you on all fronts and we are proud of our achievements. In just the past year, thanks to your investment in MABA, your association:

  • Achieved multiple “wins” for you before the Michigan Legislature, amid an unprecedented shift in control in Lansing.
  • Further bolstered our presence in the halls of government headed into 2024, partnering with a highly-experienced lobbying team to amplify your voice.
  • Launched a redesigned and updated website to better serve you.
  • Launched a new Member Portal to give you better access to the AgFacts, membership updates and invoicing.
  • Delivered a world-class Winter Conference and Trade Show. The growth of this special event is built on your feedback and suggestions, which we have appreciated.
  • Delivered virtual RUP and CCA training opportunities to provide even more credit training on top of the Winter Conference.

If there were ever a time to have a strong, active, effective Michigan Agri-Business Association, this is it. The pace of change has increased in our industry and MABA continues to lead opportunities for you to stay ahead of it. Meanwhile, the need is greater than ever for a strong advocacy presence. All results achieved by our team are ultimately made possible through your strong support.

If you have questions about this dues adjustment, please feel free to contact me directly at chuck@miagbiz.org or on my cell phone at 616-265-4698. Thank you again for your strong support and partnership.

Chuck

Chuck Lippstreu
President | Michigan Agri-Business Association

4-10-2024

MABA announces launch of new Member Portal to bolster services

April 10, 2024 | Beginning this week, visitors to the Michigan Agri-Business Association (MABA) website can view a new Member Portal available on the site. It’s the latest improvement the association has announced in 2023 and 2024 to grow its member services and outreach efforts.

The portal delivers several new services and improvements for members, including the ability to:

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4-5-2024

Member Update: Spring events, legislative engagement, planning throughout March

We’re headed into April and the busy spring planting season! Our team at MABA has been busy the past month with spring events, legislative engagement, conference planning and more.

Here are some highlights from March at the Michigan Agri-Business Association:

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