LANSING, Mich. – The Michigan Agri-Business Association (MABA) PAC today endorsed state Sen. Roger Victory in his bid for Michigan State University trustee, emphasizing the value of Sen. Victory’s agricultural experience and his proven track record as a voice for Michigan agriculture.
“As he has done throughout his career of service to our state, Senator Victory will be a strong voice for agriculture and rural Michigan as a Michigan State University trustee,” MABA president Chuck Lippstreu said. “Michigan State University was founded as an agricultural institution, plays a central role in agricultural innovation and deserves an experienced agricultural voice on its Board of Trustees. Rural business leaders across Michigan are proud to endorse Senator Victory in his bid to lead the way as an MSU trustee.”
MABA candidate endorsements are made by its political action committee board, in partnership with the association’s board of directors, representing MABA members from across Michigan and across the agricultural system.
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About the Michigan Agri-Business Association: The Michigan Agri-Business Association serves as a strong advocate and dedicated resource for Michigan’s food and agriculture sector. The Association’s 300 members span the agricultural value chain. They include retailers that provide seed, fertilizer, crop protection and technology to farmers; businesses that handle and export grain; animal feed suppliers; food processors; logistics companies and beyond. Learn more at www.miagbiz.org.
January 6, 2026 – MABA is pleased to announce our Sustaining Sponsor program supporters for 2026! Each year, Sustaining Sponsors play a crucial role in supporting the Association’s activities on behalf of our members across Michigan. We thank these companies and organizations for going above and beyond their dues investment in the Association
RubyStar of the West Milling Co.MACConsumers EnergyHelena Agri-Enterprises
Diamond
BASFBayerCaledonia Farmers ElevatorCF IndustriesCorteva AgriscienceGreenStone Farm Credit ServicesHerbrucks Poultry RanchKeystone CooperativeMichigan Milk Producers AssociationMosaicNorth Dakota Grain Inspection (NDGI)NutrienNutrien Ag SolutionsSyngentaThe Andersons, Inc.
Platinum
AT&TBrink Farms Inc.Co-op Elevator Co.GowanGenessee & Wyoming RailroadHarvey’s CommoditiesMichigan Farm BureauMichigan Potash CompanyMichigan Sugar CompanyPotato Growers of Michigan, Inc.Timac Agro USAVarnum Vita Plus CorporationWilbur-Ellis Co.ZFS
Gold
A&L Great Lakes LaboratoriesAgricoAgroExpoAqueusAMP MicronutrientsAssured PartnersCameron ChemicalCobankFarmers Cooperative of KindeFlying Acres LLCHarvest SolarMichigan Corn Growers AssociationMichigan Soybean AssociationRiveronUPLValent
Silver
Barrett Easterday Cunningham & EselgrothFreeland Bean & GrainFreeland Lawn & FeedHubbard FeedsMichigan WheatRob-See-Co.Specialty IndustriesTreasure Valley Seed
These photos capture moments from across 2025 and offer a snapshot of MABA’s work on behalf of Michigan agriculture. From advocacy and education, to events and time spent with all of you across the state, these are just a few of our snapshots reflecting a year of shared effort, challenge and progress. Thank you to all MABA members and partners for your support!
January 6, 2025 | Lansing, MIMichigan State University President Kevin Guskiewicz provides keynote remarks to the 2025 MABA Winter Conference and Trade Show. This flagship conference brought together hundreds of MABA member company employees and partners, and is once again returning to the Lansing Center on January 13-14, 2026.
February 4, 2025 | Washington, DCMembers of the 2024-25 Michigan Agribusiness Leadership Program group visited U.S. House offices during their February visit to Washington, DC, where they learned about MABA’s federal engagement efforts and our federal affairs partnerships. Pictured are Matthew Naeyaert (GreenStone Farm Credit Services), Nate Greeley (ZFS Ithaca) and Rex Thayer (Nutrien Ag Solutions).
April 16, 2025 | Lansing, MIGreenStone Farm Credit Services CEO Travis Jones provides remarks to Lansing Ag Club Breakfast attendees. We appreciate all those who hosted and attended this year’s Ag Club Breakfast events, a great opportunity to bring industry leaders together every few weeks!
April 29, 2025 | Kingston, MIGrain Grading Seminar attendees evaluate corn at a session co-led by North Dakota Grain Inspection (NDGI) and MABA. 2025 marked the first year of substantially expanded grain grading seminars in Michigan.
June 20, 2025 | Mt. Pleasant, MIGolfers get ready to head out at the 2025 Scholarship Golf Outing at the PohlCat Golf Course in Mt. Pleasant, MI. The Educational Trust once again provided more than 40 scholarships to young people in our industry, thanks to the support of MABA members and all of the volunteers that made Educational Trust events possible!
July 23, 2025 | Middleton, MIAttendees visit before breakfast at a special event cohosted by Michigan Agricultural Commodities, Inc. (MAC) and the Genessee & Wyoming Railroad (GWRR). The Ag Club Breakfast in Middleton welcomed area agribusiness leaders, along with state and federal policymakers.
August 11, 2025 | Washington, DCU.S. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins speaks to attendees at the USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) crop report briefing on August 11. Several MABA member company representatives attended the briefing and appreciated the opportunity to hear from the Secretary, and NASS leaders.
August 12, 2025 | St. Johns, MIMABA members, partners and ag leaders spanning the industry join together for breakfast at the 2025 AgroExpo held in St. Johns. The AgroExpo has been an outstanding partner in cohosting a breakfast for several years, alongside breakfast cohosts Consumers Energy, Agroliquid and Clinton County Catalyst.
October 14, 2025 | Standish, MIChris Weiler with The Andersons, Inc. briefs lawmakers from the Michigan House of Representatives on the importance of freight rail. The Andersons and Lake State Railway partnered on the event to showcase the critical, interconnected relationships between Michigan agriculture and the freight rail industry.
October 30, 2025 | Lansing, MICooperative Elevator Co. CEO Scott Gordon testifies to the Michigan House Agriculture Committee, providing information about the cooperative and the agribusiness sector. Scott was joined by MABA President Chuck Lippstreu who outlined topics of interest for the association.
November 5, 2025 | Lansing, MIMembers of the 2025-26 Agribusiness Leadership Program group at the group’s second session, held in Lansing.
December 15, 2025 | Middleton, MIWe recently capped off a year of tours and legislative engagement with a tour led by GAPS FS and Growmark, who welcomed House Agriculture Committee Chairman Jerry Neyer and Senate Majority Floor Leader Sam Singh to a retail location.
MABA will host at least one Summer 2026 Intern to assist our team with a range of membership support, advocacy and communication activities.
This is a unique internship opportunity tailored for emerging leaders interested in agriculture and related industries, Michigan government, and state/federal agricultural policy.
Applications are due by January 15, 2026.
You can view more information about this internship opportunity, and application instructions, here!
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