MABA Announces 2021 Sustaining Sponsors

December 30, 2020 — MABA is pleased to announce our Sustaining Sponsor program supporters for 2021! Each year, Sustaining Sponsors play a crucial role in supporting the Association’s activities on behalf of our members across Michigan.

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Agribusinesses congratulate Garrick Rochow on announcement as next Consumers Energy CEO

Rochow has championed world-class collaboration between Consumers Energy and Michigan agriculture

November 18, 2020 – The Michigan Agri-Business Association (MABA) today congratulated Garrick Rochow, Consumers Energy executive vice president of operations and a longtime partner with Michigan’s agriculture industry, on being named the next president and CEO of Consumers Energy.

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MABA Guidance on Office Workers

November 17, 2020 — On Sunday, Nov. 15, Gov. Whitmer announced a new MDHHS order instituting new restrictions that enter into effect Nov. 18, Wednesday. Some MABA members have had questions about the order as it relates to office workers and staffing. Regarding office work, please note:

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News Release: Statement from MABA on Gov. Whitmer’s Climate Announcement

Chuck Lippstreu, president of the Michigan Agri-Business Association, today issued the following statement regarding Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s executive order on climate change:

“Michigan agriculture brings the cutting-edge technology and entrepreneurial spirit needed to help address climate change while supporting rural economic success. Agricultural climate solutions can also unlock new economic opportunity for farmers, rural businesses and rural communities. We appreciate Gov. Whitmer for today’s announcement on this important issue, and we look forward to showcasing agricultural innovation that can deliver both climate solutions and new economic benefits for our state.”

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