Resources for Procuring PPE

Below are some resources to assist Michigan businesses on where to procure PPE they need to keep workers safe as they are able to come back online.

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Resources for Employers on Coronavirus

April 13, 2020 – The Michigan Agri-Business Association has compiled resources and news updates to help members working through this situation. Coronavirus response is a fluid situation with a steady stream of updates from state and federal authorities. The State of Michigan and several industry sources are providing information for employers regarding Coronavirus. We encourage all those engaged in Michigan’s agriculture sector to take a moment to consider preparation, workforce and supply chain issues, and both internal and external communication in light of this issue.

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Michigan dry bean industry donates seven tons of beans for distribution to those in need

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LANSING (May 5, 2020) – Michigan’s dry edible bean industry and the Food Bank Council of Michigan today announced Michigan dry bean farmers, processors and shippers are joining forces to donate seven tons of dry beans for distribution to food banks across the state.

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2020 Michigan Agri-Business Leadership (ABLP) Program

A pdf of the program description displayed below can be found hereTo apply for MABA’s 2020 Leadership Group, you can find the application here

The objective of the Michigan Agri-Business Leadership Program is to identify emerging leaders in Michigan’s agribusiness industry and provide an opportunity for personal growth and professional development. The program is designed to offer information, hands-on training and ground level experiences in several critical areas regarding policy, legislation and regulatory matters. Participants will learn the “nuts and bolts” of the opportunities and challenges facing our industry, and what we need to do to continue moving forward, both politically and economically. They will also discuss issues and brief policy leaders on our industry’s perspective on these critical issues.

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