Farmers National Banc Corp., the holding company for The Farmers National Bank of Canfield, is moving forward with its proposed merger with Middlefield Banc Corp., the holding company for The Middlefield Banking Company. Institutional Shareholder Services, Inc. (ISS), an independent proxy advisory firm, has recommended that shareholders support all proposals related to the merger at the upcoming Special Meeting of Shareholders scheduled for February 10, 2026. The companies have highlighted that the transaction is subject to various closing conditions, including regulatory and shareholder approvals, and have noted potential risks and uncertainties that could affect the outcome.

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