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Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc.
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SEC Filings
All companies that sell securities in the United States must register with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and file reports on a regular basis. These reports include company annual reports (10K, 10Q), news updates (8K), investor presentations (found in 8Ks), insider trades (form 4), ownership reports (13D, and 13G), and reports related to the specific securities sold, such as registration statements and prospectus. This page shows recent SEC filings related to Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc.
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August 7, 2025 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) August 7, 2025 Farmers & Merchants

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) August 7, 2025 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employer

August 7, 2025 EX-99

2025 Second Quarter Investor Presentation NASDAQ: FMAO

2025 Second Quarter Investor Presentation NASDAQ: FMAO Forward Looking Statement Statements contained in any portion of the Company’s annual meeting may be forward-looking statements, as that term is defined in the private securities litigation reform act of 1995.

August 4, 2025 EX-10.1

Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. 2025 Long-Term Incentive Plan

Exhibit 10.1 2025 Long-Term Stock Incentive Plan The Board of Directors of the Company has adopted the Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. 2025 Long-Term Stock Incentive Plan (the “Plan”) upon the recommendation of the Company’s Compensation Committee and recommends that shareholders approve the Plan at the Annual Meeting. The Plan is intended to replace the Company’s 2015 Long-Term Stock Incentive

August 4, 2025 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ Quarterly Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the quarterly period June 30, 2025 or ☐ Transition Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-38084 FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANCORP,

August 4, 2025 EX-3.1B

Amendment to Articles of Incorporation of the Registrant

Exhibit 3.1(b) ATTACHMENT TO CERTIFICATE OF AMENDMENT TO THE AMENDED ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION OF FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANCORP, INC. WHEREAS, at a meeting duly convened and held on April 14, 2025, and in accordance with Chapter 1701 of the Ohio Revised Code and the Corporation’s Articles of Incorporation, the Shareholders of Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc., an Ohio corporation, adopted the follow

July 28, 2025 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) July 28, 2025 Farmers & Merchants

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) July 28, 2025 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employer

July 28, 2025 EX-99

Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502

Exhibit 99 Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502 NEWS RELEASE Company Contact: Investor and Media Contact: Lars B.

June 25, 2025 EX-99

Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502

Exhibit 99 Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502 NEWS RELEASE Company Contact: Investor and Media Contact: Lars B.

June 25, 2025 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) June 24, 2025 Farmers & Merchants

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) June 24, 2025 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employer

May 20, 2025 EX-99

Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502

Exhibit 99 Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502 NEWS RELEASE Company Contact: Investor and Media Contact: Lars B.

May 20, 2025 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) May 20, 2025 Farmers & Merchants B

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) May 20, 2025 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employer o

May 5, 2025 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ Quarterly Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the quarterly period March 31, 2025 or ☐ Transition Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-38084 FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANCORP

April 28, 2025 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) April 28, 2025 Farmers & Merchants

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) April 28, 2025 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employer

April 28, 2025 EX-99

Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502

Exhibit 99 Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502 NEWS RELEASE Company Contact: Investor and Media Contact: Lars B.

April 16, 2025 8-K

Current Report

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) April 14, 2025 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employer

March 7, 2025 DEFA14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☒        Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission

March 3, 2025 DEF 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☒        Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission

February 26, 2025 EX-10.5

Form of Restricted Stock Award with Non-solicit Covenants.

Exhibit 10.5 RESTRICTED STOCK AGREEMENT THIS RESTRICTED STOCK AGREEMENT (the “Agreement”), made this day of , , between Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc., an Ohio corporation (the “Company”), and «ParticipantName» (the “Participant”). WITNESSETH: WHEREAS, the Company adopted the Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. 2015 Long- Term Stock Incentive Plan (the “Plan) in order to provide select key employ

February 26, 2025 EX-10.8

Form of Change in Control Agreement executed by and between the Company and Eric D. Faust on September 14, 2022.

Exhibit 10.8 FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANCORP, INC. CHANGE IN CONTROL-SEVERANCE COMPENSATION AGREEMENT This is a Change in Control - Severance Compensation Agreement (the "Agreement") made by and between Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. ("Company") and Eric Faust ("Executive"). RECITALS WHEREAS Company is a bank holding company which is engaged in the business of banking and businesses incidental ther

February 26, 2025 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K ☒ Annual Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024 or ☐ Transition Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-38084 FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANCOR

February 26, 2025 EX-97

Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. Clawback Policy.

Exhibit 97 FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANCORP, INC. CLAWBACK POLICY Effective December 1, 2023 Introduction The Board of Directors of the Company (the "Board") believes that it is in the best interests of the Company and its shareholders to create and maintain a culture that emphasizes integrity and accountability and that reinforces the Company's pay-for-performance compensation philosophy. The Board ha

February 26, 2025 EX-10.6

Form of Restricted Stock Award for Senior Officers with Non-competition Covenants.

Exhibit 10.6 RESTRICTED STOCK AGREEMENT THIS RESTRICTED STOCK AGREEMENT (the “Agreement”), made this day of , , between Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc., an Ohio corporation (the “Company”), and [] (the “Participant”). WITNESSETH: WHEREAS, the Company adopted the Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. 2015 Long- Term Stock Incentive Plan (the “Plan) in order to provide select key employees with additi

February 26, 2025 EX-19

Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. Insider Trading Policy.

Exhibit 19 POLICY ON FOLLOWING PAGE ACKNOWLEDGMENT I, the undersigned director or executive officer of Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc.

February 26, 2025 EX-21

Subsidiaries of Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc.

Exhibit 21 SUBSIDIARIES OF FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANCORP, INC FARMERS & MERCHANTS STATE BANK FARMERS & MERCHANTS RISK MANAGEMENT, INC.* * Subsidiary was dissolved in December 2023. [Remainder of this page intentionally left blank.] 1

February 19, 2025 PRE 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☒        Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☒ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission

February 12, 2025 8-K

Current Report

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) February 12, 2025 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Emplo

February 12, 2025 EX-99

Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502

Exhibit 99 Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502 NEWS RELEASE Company Contact: Investor and Media Contact: Lars B.

January 29, 2025 8-K

Current Report

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) January 28, 2025 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employ

December 17, 2024 8-K

Current Report

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) December 17, 2024 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Emplo

December 17, 2024 EX-99

Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502

Exhibit 99 Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502 NEWS RELEASE Company Contact: Investor and Media Contact: Lars B.

November 6, 2024 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ Quarterly Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the quarterly period September 30, 2024 or ☐ Transition Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-38084 FARMERS & MERCHANTS BAN

October 30, 2024 8-K

Current Report

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) October 30, 2024 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employ

October 30, 2024 EX-99

Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502

Exhibit 99 Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502 NEWS RELEASE Company Contact: Investor and Media Contact: Lars B.

October 24, 2024 EX-99

Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502

Exhibit 99 Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502 NEWS RELEASE Company Contact: Investor and Media Contact: Lars B.

October 24, 2024 8-K

Current Report

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) October 22, 2024 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employ

October 1, 2024 15-12G

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 15 CERTIFICATION AND NOTICE OF TERMINATION OF REGISTRATION UNDER SECTION 12(g) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 OR SUSPENSION OF DUTY TO FILE REPORTS UNDER SECTIONS 13

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 15 CERTIFICATION AND NOTICE OF TERMINATION OF REGISTRATION UNDER SECTION 12(g) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 OR SUSPENSION OF DUTY TO FILE REPORTS UNDER SECTIONS 13 AND 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934. Commission File Number 001-38084 The Farmers & Merchants State Bank 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan (Exa

October 1, 2024 S-8 POS

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Post-Effective Amendment No. 1 to FORM S-8 REGISTRATION STATEMENTS UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in it

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Post-Effective Amendment No. 1 to FORM S-8 REGISTRATION STATEMENTS UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Ohio (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization) 34-1469491 (I.R.S. Employer Identification Number) 307 North Defiance S

September 3, 2024 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) August 29, 2024 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employe

September 3, 2024 EX-10.1

Employment Agreement between Farmers & Merchants State Bank and Lars B. Eller as of September 1, 2024.

Exhibit 10.1 EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT This Employment Agreement (the “Agreement”) is made and entered into as of September 1, 2024, by and between Farmers & Merchants State Bank, a commercial bank organized under the laws of the State of Ohio (the “Bank”), and Lars B. Eller (the “Executive”), and is joined in by Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc., an Ohio corporation and parent holding company of the B

August 7, 2024 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ Quarterly Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the quarterly period June 30, 2024 or ☐ Transition Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-38084 FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANCORP,

August 2, 2024 EX-16.1

Letter from Forvis Mazars, LLP dated August 2, 2024

Exhibit 16.1 August 2, 2024 U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission 100 F Street, NE Washington, DC 20549 Ladies and Gentlemen: We have read Item 4.01 of Form 8‐K dated August 2, 2024 of Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. and are in agreement with the statements therein concerning Forvis Mazars, LLP. We have no basis to agree or disagree with other statements of the registrant contained therein. Fo

August 2, 2024 8-K

Current Report

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) July 29, 2024 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employer

August 1, 2024 8-K

Current Report

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) August 1, 2024 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employer

August 1, 2024 EX-99

Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502

Exhibit 99 Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502 NEWS RELEASE Company Contact: Investor and Media Contact: Lars B.

June 21, 2024 11-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 11-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 11-K (Mark One) ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 001-38084 A. Full title of the plan

May 21, 2024 8-K

Current Report

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) May 21, 2024 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employer o

May 21, 2024 EX-99

Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502

Exhibit 99 Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502 NEWS RELEASE Company Contact: Investor and Media Contact: Lars B.

May 8, 2024 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ Quarterly Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the quarterly period March 31, 2024 or ☐ Transition Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-38084 FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANCORP

May 3, 2024 8-K

Current Report

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) April 30, 2024 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employer

May 3, 2024 EX-99

Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502

Exhibit 99 Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502 NEWS RELEASE Company Contact: Investor and Media Contact: Lars B.

May 1, 2024 8-K

Current Report

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) May 1, 2024 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employer of

May 1, 2024 EX-99

Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502

Exhibit 99 Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502 NEWS RELEASE Company Contact: Investor and Media Contact: Lars B.

April 30, 2024 8-K

Current Report

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) April 29, 2024 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employer

March 15, 2024 DEF 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

DEF 14A UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☒        Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Com

February 29, 2024 10-K/A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K/A Amendment No. 1

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K/A Amendment No. 1 ☒ Annual Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023 or ☐ Transition Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-38084 FARMERS

February 27, 2024 EX-21

Subsidiaries of Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc.

Exhibit 21 SUBSIDIARIES OF FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANCORP, INC FARMERS & MERCHANTS STATE BANK FARMERS & MERCHANTS RISK MANAGEMENT, INC.* * Subsidiary was dissolved in December 2023. [Remainder of this page intentionally left blank.] 1

February 27, 2024 EX-3.1B

Amendment to Articles of Incorporation of the Registrant (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3.1(b) to Registrant’s Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the Commission on February 27, 2024).

Exhibit 3.1.b ATTACHMENT TO CERTIFICATE OF AMENDMENT TO THE AMENDED ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION OF FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANCORP, INC. WHEREAS, at a meeting duly convened and held on April 17, 2023, and in accordance with Chapter 1701 of the Ohio Revised Code and the Corporation’s Articles of Incorporation, the Shareholders of Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc., an Ohio corporation, adopted the followi

February 27, 2024 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K ☒ Annual Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023 or ☐ Transition Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-38084 FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANCOR

February 13, 2024 8-K

Current Report

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) February 13, 2024 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Emplo

February 13, 2024 EX-99

Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502

Exhibit 99 Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502 NEWS RELEASE Company Contact: Investor and Media Contact: Lars B.

January 31, 2024 SC 13G/A

FMAO / Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. / BlackRock Inc. Passive Investment

us30779n1054013124.txt SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No: 1) FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANCORP INC - (Name of Issuer) Common Stock - (Title of Class of Securities) 30779N105 - (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2023 - (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rul

January 24, 2024 EX-99

Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502

Exhibit 99 Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502 NEWS RELEASE Company Contact: Investor and Media Contact: Lars B.

January 24, 2024 8-K

Current Report

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) January 22, 2024 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employ

January 16, 2024 8-K

Current Report

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) January 16, 2024 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employ

December 19, 2023 8-K

Current Report

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) December 19, 2023 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Emplo

December 19, 2023 EX-99

Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502

Exhibit 99 Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502 NEWS RELEASE Company Contact: Investor and Media Contact: Lars B.

November 1, 2023 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ Quarterly Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the quarterly period September 30, 2023 or ☐ Transition Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-38084 FARMERS & MERCHANTS BAN

October 26, 2023 8-K

Current Report

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) October 26, 2023 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employ

October 26, 2023 EX-99

Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502

Exhibit 99 Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502 NEWS RELEASE Company Contact: Investor and Media Contact: Lars B.

August 17, 2023 8-K/A

Current Report

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K/A (Amendment No.1) CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) April 17, 2023 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commi

August 2, 2023 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ Quarterly Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the quarterly period June 30, 2023 or ☐ Transition Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-38084 FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANCORP,

July 26, 2023 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) July 26, 2023 Farmers & Merchants

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) July 26, 2023 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employer

July 26, 2023 EX-99

Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502

Exhibit 99 Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502 NEWS RELEASE Company Contact: Investor and Media Contact: Lars B.

June 21, 2023 11-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 11-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 11-K (Mark One) ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2022 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 001-38084 A. Full title of the plan

May 8, 2023 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ Quarterly Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the quarterly period March 31, 2023 or ☐ Transition Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-38084 FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANCORP

April 19, 2023 8-K

Current Report

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) April 17, 2023 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employer

April 19, 2023 EX-99

Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502

Exhibit 99 Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502 NEWS RELEASE Company Contact: Investor and Media Contact: Lars B.

April 19, 2023 8-K

Current Report

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) April 19, 2023 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employer

March 9, 2023 DEFA14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION STATEMENT Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION STATEMENT Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ☐

March 7, 2023 DEF 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION STATEMENT Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION STATEMENT Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ☒

February 24, 2023 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K ☒ Annual Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2022 or ☐ Transition Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-38084 FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANCOR

February 24, 2023 EX-21

Subsidiaries of Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc.

Exhibit 21 SUBSIDIARIES OF FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANCORP, INC FARMERS & MERCHANTS STATE BANK FARMERS & MERCHANTS RISK MANAGEMENT, INC. [Remainder of this page intentionally left blank.] 1

February 16, 2023 PRE 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION STATEMENT Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION STATEMENT Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☒ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ☐

February 8, 2023 8-K

Current Report

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) February 8, 2023 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employ

February 8, 2023 EX-99

Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502

Exhibit 99 Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502 NEWS RELEASE Company Contact: Investor and Media Contact: Lars B.

January 24, 2023 8-K

Current Report

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) January 24, 2023 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employ

October 25, 2022 EX-10.1

Form of Change in Control Agreement executed by and between the Company and Benet S. Rupp on July 1, 2019 (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to the Company's Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q that was filed with the Commission on October 25, 2022).

Exhibit 10.1 FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANCORP, INC. CHANGE IN CONTROL-SEVERANCE COMPENSATION AGREEMENT This is a Change in Control - Severance Compensation Agreement (the "Agreement") made by and between Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. ("Company") and Benet Rupp ("Executive"). RECITALS WHEREAS, Company is a bank holding company which is engaged in the business of banking and businesses incidental the

October 25, 2022 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ Quarterly Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the quarterly period September 30, 2022 or ☐ Transition Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-38084 FARMERS & MERCHANTS BAN

October 19, 2022 8-K

Current Report

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) October 19, 2022 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employ

October 19, 2022 EX-99

Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502

Exhibit 99 Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502 NEWS RELEASE Company Contact: Investor and Media Contact: Lars B.

October 3, 2022 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) October 1, 2022 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commi

October 3, 2022 EX-99.1

Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502

EXHIBIT 99.1 Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502 NEWS RELEASE Farmers & Merchants Contacts Company Contact: Investor and Media Contact: Lars B. Eller President and Chief Executive Officer Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (419) 446-2501 [email protected] Andrew M. Berger Managing Director SM Berger & Company, Inc. (216) 464-6400 [email protected] Farmers & Merchants B

September 20, 2022 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) September 16, 2022 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Co

August 8, 2022 424B3

YOUR VOTE IS VERY IMPORTANT PROSPECTUS OF FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANCORP, INC. FOR UP TO 769,886 SHARES OF COMMON STOCK AND PROXY STATEMENT OF PEOPLES-SIDNEY FINANCIAL CORPORATION

424B3 1 d300032d424b3.htm 424B3 Table of Contents Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(b)(3) Registration No. 333-266320 FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANCORP, INC. PEOPLES-SIDNEY FINANCIAL CORPORATION YOUR VOTE IS VERY IMPORTANT PROSPECTUS OF FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANCORP, INC. FOR UP TO 769,886 SHARES OF COMMON STOCK AND PROXY STATEMENT OF PEOPLES-SIDNEY FINANCIAL CORPORATION The Board of Directors of Farmers & Merch

August 4, 2022 CORRESP

FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANCORP, INC. 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502 (419) 446-2501 August 4, 2022

CORRESP 1 filename1.htm FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANCORP, INC. 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502 (419) 446-2501 August 4, 2022 VIA E-MAIL AND EDGAR: Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Corporation Finance Washington, DC 20549 Attn: David Gessert([email protected]) Re: Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. Registration Statement on Form S-4 Filed on July 25, 2022, as amended on August

August 4, 2022 EX-99.2

Form of Proxy for Peoples-Sidney Financial Corporation Shareholder Meeting

EXHIBIT 99.2 PEOPLES-SIDNEY FINANCIAL CORPORATION 101 E. Court Street Sidney, Ohio 45365 REVOCABLE PROXY THIS PROXY IS SOLICITED BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS The undersigned hereby appoint(s) James W. Kerber and/or Debra A. Geuy, and each of them individually, as attorneys and proxies of the undersigned, each with full power of substitution, to represent and to vote all of the shares of common stock

August 4, 2022 S-4/A

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 4, 2022

Table of Contents As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 4, 2022 Registration Statement No.

July 26, 2022 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ Quarterly Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the quarterly period June 30, 2022 or ☐ Transition Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-38084 FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANCORP,

July 25, 2022 S-4

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on , 2022

S-4 1 d300032ds4.htm S-4 Table of Contents As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on , 2022 Registration Statement No. 333- UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM S-4 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) OHIO 6712 34-1469491 (State or other

July 25, 2022 EX-FILING FEES

Filing fee table

EX-FILING FEES 6 d300032dexfilingfees.htm EX-FILING FEES EXHIBIT 107 Calculation of Filing Fee Tables Form S-4 (Form Type) Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Table 1: Newly Registered and Carry Forward Securities Security Type Security Class Title Fee Calculation or Carry Forward Rule Amount Registered Proposed Maximum Offering Price Per Unit M

July 25, 2022 EX-99.1

Consent of Boenning & Scattergood

EXHIBIT 99.1 CONSENT OF BOENNING & SCATTERGOOD, INC. We hereby consent to the inclusion of our opinion letter to the Board of Directors of Peoples-Sidney Financial Corporation (?PPSF?), as Annex C to the Joint Proxy Statement/Prospectus which forms a part of the Registration Statement on Form S-4 filed on the date hereof (the ?Registration Statement?) relating to the proposed merger of PPSF with a

July 25, 2022 EX-99.2

Form of Proxy for Peoples-Sidney Financial Corporation Shareholder Meeting

EXHIBIT 99.2 PEOPLES-SIDNEY FINANCIAL CORPORATION 101 E. Court Street Sidney, Ohio 45365 REVOCABLE PROXY THIS PROXY IS SOLICITED BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS The undersigned hereby appoint(s) [] and/or [], and each of them individually, as attorneys and proxies of the undersigned, each with full power of substitution, to represent and to vote all of the shares of common stock of Peoples-Sidney Financ

July 21, 2022 8-K

Current Report

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) July 21, 2022 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employer

July 21, 2022 EX-99

Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502

Exhibit 99 Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502 NEWS RELEASE Company Contact: Investor and Media Contact: Lars B.

June 29, 2022 11-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 11-K

11-K 1 fmao-11k20211231.htm 11-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 11-K (Mark One) ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 001

June 15, 2022 EX-99.2

Forward-Looking Statements This investor presentation may contain forward-looking statements made pursuant to the safe-harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such forward-looking statements can often, but not alway

Partnership with Peoples-Sidney Financial Corporation June 14, 2022 Investor Presentation Exhibit 99.

June 15, 2022 425

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) June 14, 2022 Farmers & Merchants

425 1 d368190d425.htm 425 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) June 14, 2022 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction

June 15, 2022 EX-99.1

Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. Announces Agreement to Acquire Peoples-Sidney Financial Corporation, Sidney, Ohio

Exhibit 99.1 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. Contacts Company Contact: Investor and Media Contact: Lars B. Eller Andrew M. Berger President and Chief Executive Officer Managing Director Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. SM Berger & Company, Inc. (419) 446-2501 (216) 464-6400 [email protected] [email protected] Peoples-Sidney Financial Corporation Contacts Debra A. Geuy President and Chief Executi

June 15, 2022 EX-2.1

Agreement and Plan of Merger dated June 14, 2022 (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 2.1 to Registrant’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the Commission on June 15, 2022).

Exhibit 2.1 Execution Copy AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF MERGER BY AND BETWEEN FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANCORP, INC. AND PEOPLES-SIDNEY FINANCIAL CORPORATION Dated as of June 14, 2022 TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 1 THE MERGER 2 1.1 The Merger 2 1.2 Closing 2 1.3 Effective Time 2 1.4 Effects of the Merger 2 1.5 Conversion of PPSF Shares 2 1.6 Dissenters Rights 5 1.7 F&M Shares 5 1.8 Articles of Incorporation Surv

June 15, 2022 8-K

Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) June 14, 2022 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commiss

April 29, 2022 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ Quarterly Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the quarterly period March 31, 2022 or ☐ Transition Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-38084 FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANCORP

April 20, 2022 EX-99

Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502

Exhibit 99 Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502 NEWS RELEASE Company Contact: Investor and Media Contact: Lars B.

April 20, 2022 8-K

Current Report

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) March 31, 2022 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employer

April 15, 2022 8-K

Current Report

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) April 12, 2022 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employer

February 25, 2022 DEF 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION STATEMENT Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

DEF 14A 1 fmao-def14a20220412.htm DEF 14A UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION STATEMENT Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission

February 22, 2022 EX-21

Subsidiaries of Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 21 of registrant’s Annual Report on Form 10-K filed on February 22, 2022)

Exhibit 21 SUBSIDIAIRIES OF FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANCORP, INC FARMERS & MERCHANTS STATE BANK FARMERS & MERCHANTS RISK MANAGEMENT, INC. [Remainder of this page intentionally left blank.] 1

February 22, 2022 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K ? Annual Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021 or ? Transition Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-38084 FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANCOR

February 14, 2022 8-K

Current Report

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) February 14, 2022 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Emplo

February 14, 2022 EX-99

Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502

Exhibit 99 Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502 NEWS RELEASE Company Contact: Investor and Media Contact: Lars B.

January 26, 2022 8-K

Current Report

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) January 25, 2022 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employ

October 26, 2021 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ Quarterly Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the quarterly period September 30, 2021 or ☐ Transition Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-38084 FARMERS & MERCHANTS BAN

October 21, 2021 EX-99

FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANCORP, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES SELECT FINANCIAL DATA

Exhibit 99 FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANCORP, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES SELECT FINANCIAL DATA Loans September 30, 2021 June 30, 2021 March 31, 2021 December 31, 2020 September 30, 2020 (Dollar amounts in thousands) Commercial real estate $ 728,852 $ 691,122 $ 618,754 $ 588,825 $ 595,146 Agricultural real estate 179,374 189,742 179,945 189,159 192,883 Consumer real estate 202,454 194,715 175,675 175,588 175,

October 21, 2021 8-K

Current Report

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) October 21, 2021 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employ

October 20, 2021 EX-99

Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502

Exhibit 99 Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502 NEWS RELEASE Company Contact: Investor and Media Contact: Lars B.

October 20, 2021 8-K

Current Report

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) October 20, 2021 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employ

October 1, 2021 EX-99.1

Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502

Exhibit 99.1 Company Press Release dated October 1, 2021 Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502 NEWS RELEASE Farmers & Merchants Contacts Company Contact: Investor and Media Contact: Lars B. Eller President and Chief Executive Officer Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (419) 446-2501 [email protected] Andrew M. Berger Managing Director SM Berger & Company, Inc. (216) 464-64

October 1, 2021 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) October 1, 2021 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commi

September 21, 2021 EX-99

Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502

Exhibit 99 NEWS RELEASE Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502 Farmers & Merchants Contacts Company Contact: Investor and Media Contact: Lars B.

September 21, 2021 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) September 17, 2021 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Co

August 26, 2021 EX-99.3

INSTRUCTIONS ELECTION FORM/LETTER OF TRANSMITTAL To Accompany Certificates Representing Shares of Perpetual Federal Savings Bank Common Stock

Exhibit 99.3 INSTRUCTIONS TO ELECTION FORM/LETTER OF TRANSMITTAL To Accompany Certificates Representing Shares of Perpetual Federal Savings Bank Common Stock Please follow these instructions carefully when completing this Election Form/Letter of Transmittal. 1. Time in which to Make an Election. To be effective, a properly completed and executed Election Form/Letter of Transmittal (the ?Election F

August 26, 2021 POS AM

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 26, 2021

POS AM 1 ny20000091x2posam.htm POS AM As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 26, 2021 Registration Statement No. 333-257767 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 POST EFFECTIVE AMENDMENT NO. 1 Filed pursuant to Rule 462(d) to FORM S-4 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of re

August 18, 2021 EX-10.1

Employment Agreement executed by and between The Farmers & Merchants State Bank and Lars B. Eller on September 1, 2021 (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to Registrant’s Report on Form 8-K filed with the Commission on August 18, 2021).

Exhibit 10.1 Employment Agreement between Farmers & Merchants State Bank and Lars B. Eller, dated as of September 1, 2021 EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT This Employment Agreement (the ?Agreement?) is made and entered into as of September 1, 2021, by and between Farmers & Merchants State Bank, a commercial bank organized under the laws of the State of Ohio (the ?Bank?), and Lars B. Eller (the ?Executive?), a

August 18, 2021 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) August 17, 2021 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employe

August 2, 2021 EX-10.1

Form of Subordinated Note Purchase Agreement, dated July 30, 2021, by and among Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc, and the Purchasers (as defined therein) (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to the Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the Commission on August 2, 2021).

Exhibit 10.1 SUBORDINATED NOTE PURCHASE AGREEMENT This SUBORDINATED NOTE PURCHASE AGREEMENT (this ?Agreement?) is dated as of July 30, 2021, and is made by and among Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc., an Ohio corporation (?Company?), and the several purchasers of the Subordinated Notes identified on the signature pages hereto (each a ?Purchaser? and collectively, the ?Purchasers?). RECITALS WHEREA

August 2, 2021 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ? Quarterly Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the quarterly period June 30, 2021 or ? Transition Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-38084 FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANCORP,

August 2, 2021 EX-99.1

Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502

Exhibit 99.1 Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502 NEWS RELEASE Farmers & Merchants Contacts Company Contact: Investor and Media Contact: Lars B. Eller President and Chief Executive Officer Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (419) 446-2501 [email protected] Andrew M. Berger Managing Director SM Berger & Company, Inc. (216) 464-6400 [email protected] Farmers & Merchants B

August 2, 2021 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement of a Registrant

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) July 30, 2021 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employer

July 27, 2021 424B3

PERPETUAL FEDERAL SAVINGS BANK OF URBANA

Table of Contents Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(b)(3) Registration No. 333-257767 FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANCORP, INC. PERPETUAL FEDERAL SAVINGS BANK OF URBANA YOUR VOTE IS VERY IMPORTANT PROSPECTUS OF FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANCORP, INC. FOR UP TO 1,833,999 SHARES OF COMMON STOCK AND PROXY STATEMENT OF PERPETUAL FEDERAL SAVINGS BANK OF URBANA The Board of Directors of Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (?F

July 21, 2021 8-K

Current Report

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) July 21, 2021 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employer

July 21, 2021 EX-99

Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502

EX-99 2 fmao-ex996.htm EX-99 Exhibit 99 Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502 NEWS RELEASE Company Contact: Investor and Media Contact: Lars B. Eller President and Chief Executive Officer Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (419) 446-2501 [email protected] Andrew M. Berger Managing Director SM Berger & Company, Inc. (216) 464-6400 [email protected] Farmers & Merchants Ban

July 19, 2021 S-4/A

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on July 19, 2021

Table of Contents As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on July 19, 2021 Registration Statement No.

July 19, 2021 EX-99.2

Form of Proxy for Perpetual Federal Savings Bank of Urbana Shareholder Meeting (filed herewith)

Exhibit 99.2 PERPETUAL FEDERAL SAVINGS BANK 120 N. Main Street Urbana, Ohio 43078 REVOCABLE PROXY THIS PROXY IS SOLICITED BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS The undersigned hereby appoint(s) Michael R. Melvin and/or Steven R. Bohl, and each of them individually, as attorneys and proxies of the undersigned, each with full power of substitution, to represent and to vote all of the shares of common stock of P

July 19, 2021 CORRESP

FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANCORP, INC. 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502 (419) 446-2501 July 19, 2021

FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANCORP, INC. 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502 (419) 446-2501 July 19, 2021 VIA E-MAIL AND EDGAR: Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Corporation Finance 100 F Street, NE Washington, DC 20549 Attn: Sonia Bednarowski ([email protected]) Re: Farmer?s & Merchant?s Bancorp, Inc. Registration Statement on Form S-4 Filed on July 8, 2021 as amended on July

July 8, 2021 S-4

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on July 8, 2021

Table of Contents As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on July 8, 2021 Registration Statement No.

July 8, 2021 EX-99.1

Consent of Keefe, Bruyette & Woods, Inc.

EX-99.1 7 d200634dex991.htm EX-99.1 EXHIBIT 99.1 CONSENT OF KEEFE, BRUYETTE & WOODS, INC. We hereby consent to the inclusion of our opinion letter to the Board of Directors of Perpetual Federal Savings Bank of Urbana (“Perpetual”), as Annex C to the Joint Proxy Statement/Prospectus which forms a part of the Registration Statement on Form S-4 filed on the date hereof (the “Registration Statement”)

July 7, 2021 11-K/A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 11-K/A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 11-K/A (Mark One) ? ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2020 OR ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 001-38084 A. Full title of the pla

June 28, 2021 11-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 11-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 11-K (Mark One) ? ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2020 OR ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 001-38084 A. Full title of the plan

June 15, 2021 EX-99

Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502

EX-99 2 fmao-ex996.htm EX-99 Exhibit 99 Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502 NEWS RELEASE Company Contact: Investor and Media Contact: Lars B. Eller President and Chief Executive Officer Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (419) 446-2501 [email protected] Andrew M. Berger Managing Director SM Berger & Company, Inc. (216) 464-6400 [email protected] Frank R. Simon Named to

June 15, 2021 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) June 9, 2021 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employer o

May 4, 2021 EX-2.1

Agreement and Plan of Reorganization and Merger dated May 4, 2021.

Exhibit 2.1 Execution Copy AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF REORGANIZATION AND MERGER BY AND AMONG FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANCORP, INC., THE FARMERS & MERCHANTS STATE BANK, AND PERPETUAL FEDERAL SAVINGS BANK OF URBANA Dated as of May 4, 2021 TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 1 THE MERGER 2 1.1 The Merger 2 1.2 Closing 2 1.3 Effective Time 2 1.4 Effects of the Merger 2 1.5 Conversion of PFSB Shares 2 1.6 Dissenters Righ

May 4, 2021 8-K

Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) May 4, 2021 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commissio

May 4, 2021 EX-99.2

Transaction Overview Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. to acquire Perpetual Federal Savings Bank ▪ Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (“FMAO”) to acquire Perpetual Federal Savings Bank (“PFSB”), a community bank based in Urbana, Ohio, with one full-se

EX-99.2 4 d174432dex992.htm EX-99.2 Exhibit 99.2 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: FMAO) Acquisition of Perpetual Federal Savings Bank May 4, 2021 We Nurture Lasting RelationshipsExhibit 99.2 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: FMAO) Acquisition of Perpetual Federal Savings Bank May 4, 2021 We Nurture Lasting Relationships Transaction Overview Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. to a

May 4, 2021 EX-99.1

Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502

EX-99.1 3 d174432dex991.htm EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502 NEWS RELEASE Farmers & Merchants Contacts Company Contact: Investor and Media Contact: Lars B. Eller Andrew M. Berger President and Chief Executive Officer Managing Director Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. SM Berger & Company, Inc. (419) 446-2501 (216) 464-6400 [email protected] andre

April 30, 2021 EX-99.1

Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. Announces Completion of the Ossian Financial Services, Inc. Acquisition

EX-99.1 2 d183971dex991.htm EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 Company Press Release dated April 30, 2021 NEWS RELEASE Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502 Farmers & Merchants Contacts Company Contact: Investor and Media Contact: Lars B. Eller President and Chief Executive Officer Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (419) 446-2501 [email protected] Andrew M. Berger Managing Director SM

April 30, 2021 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) April 30, 2021 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commis

April 27, 2021 10-Q

Quarterly Report - 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ? Quarterly Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the quarterly period March 31, 2021 or ? Transition Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-38084 FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANCORP

April 22, 2021 8-K

Current Report

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) April 22, 2021 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employer

April 22, 2021 EX-99

Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502

EX-99 2 fmao-ex996.htm EX-99 Exhibit 99 Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502 NEWS RELEASE Company Contact: Investor and Media Contact: Lars B. Eller President and Chief Executive Officer Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (419) 446-2501 [email protected] Andrew M. Berger Managing Director SM Berger & Company, Inc. (216) 464-6400 [email protected] Farmers & Merchants Ban

April 21, 2021 8-K

Current Report

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) April 21, 2021 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employer

April 21, 2021 EX-99

Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502

EX-99 2 fmao-ex996.htm EX-99 Exhibit 99 Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502 NEWS RELEASE Company Contact: Investor and Media Contact: Lars B. Eller President and Chief Executive Officer Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (419) 446-2501 [email protected] Andrew M. Berger Managing Director SM Berger & Company, Inc. (216) 464-6400 [email protected] Farmers & Merchants Ban

April 19, 2021 8-K

Current Report

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) April 15, 2021 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employer

February 25, 2021 DEF 14A

- DEF 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION STATEMENT Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant ? Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ? Check the appropriate box: ? Preliminary Proxy Statement ? Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ?

February 24, 2021 EX-21

Subsidiaries of Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 21 of registrant’s Annual Report on Form 10-K filed on February 28, 2021)

EX-21 2 fmao-ex218.htm EX-21 Exhibit 21 SUBSIDIAIRIES OF FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANCORP, INC FARMERS & MERCHANTS STATE BANK FARMERS & MERCHANTS RISK MANAGEMENT, INC. [Remainder of this page intentionally left blank.] 1

February 24, 2021 10-K

Annual Report - 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K ? Annual Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2020 or ? Transition Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-38084 FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANCOR

February 10, 2021 EX-99

Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502

EX-99 2 fmao-ex996.htm EX-99 Exhibit 99 Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502 NEWS RELEASE Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. Reports Record 2020 Fourth-Quarter and Full-Year Financial Results Record financial results reflect strong operating performance and successful execution growth-oriented strategic plan ARCHBOLD, OHIO, February 10, 2021, Farmers & Merchants Bancor

February 10, 2021 8-K

Current Report

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) February 10, 2021 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Emplo

January 15, 2021 8-K

- 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) January 15, 2021 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employ

December 21, 2020 EX-10.1

Voting Agreement Between Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. and the individual Board Members of Ossian Financial Services, Inc. dated December 21, 2020.

EX-10.1 3 d29347dex101.htm EX-10.1 Exhibit 10.1 Voting Agreement dated December 21, 2020 by and among Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. and the Individual Members of the Board of Directors of Ossian Financial Services, Inc. VOTING AGREEMENT THIS VOTING AGREEMENT (this “Agreement”) is entered into this 21st day of December, 2020, by and among FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANCORP, INC., an Ohio corporation (

December 21, 2020 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits - 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) December 21, 2020 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Com

December 21, 2020 EX-99.2

Supplemental Information Regarding the Merger

EX-99.2 5 d29347dex992.htm EX-99.2 Exhibit 99.2 Supplemental Information Regarding the Merger Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: FMAO) Acquisition of Ossian Financial Services, Inc. Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (“FMAO”) to acquire Ossian Financial Services, Inc. (“OFSI”), the bank holding company for Ossian State Bank, a community bank based in Ossian, Indiana. Aggregate cash consider

December 21, 2020 EX-2.1

Agreement and Plan of Reorganization and Merger between Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. and Ossian Financial Services, Inc. dated December 21, 2020.

EX-2.1 2 d29347dex21.htm EX-2.1 Exhibit 2.1 Agreement and Plan of Reorganization and Merger between Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. and Ossian Financial Services, Inc. dated December 21, 2020. EXECUTION COPY AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF REORGANIZATION AND MERGER BETWEEN FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANCORP, INC. AND OSSIAN FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC. Dated as of December 21, 2020 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page SECTION 1 T

December 21, 2020 EX-99.1

FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES ACQUISITION OF OSSIAN FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC.

EX-99.1 4 d29347dex991.htm EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 Press Release dated December 21, 2020 NEWS RELEASE Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. 307 N. Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502 December 21, 2020 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. Contact: Lars B. Eller President and Chief Executive Officer Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (419) 446-2501 [email protected] Ossian Financial Services, Inc. Contact: David

November 25, 2020 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events - 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) November 20, 2020 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Com

November 25, 2020 EX-99.1

Lori A. Johnston Named to Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. Board of Directors

EX-99.1 2 d17088dex991.htm EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502 NEWS RELEASE Company Contact: Investor and Media Contact: Amy Cover Vice President – Marketing Manager Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (419) 445-3501 ext. 15436 [email protected] Andrew M. Berger Managing Director SM Berger & Company, Inc. (216) 464-6400 [email protected] Lori A. Joh

November 13, 2020 8-K

- 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) November 13, 2020 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Emplo

November 13, 2020 EX-99

Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502

EX-99 2 fmao-ex996.htm EX-99 Exhibit 99 Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502 NEWS RELEASE Company Contact: Investor and Media Contact: Lars B. Eller President and Chief Executive Officer Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (419) 446-2501 [email protected] Andrew M. Berger Managing Director SM Berger & Company, Inc. (216) 464-6400 [email protected] Farmers & Merchants Ban

October 28, 2020 10-Q

Quarterly Report - 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ Quarterly Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the quarterly period September 30, 2020 or ☐ Transition Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-38084 FARMERS & MERCHANTS BAN

October 21, 2020 8-K

- 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) October 21, 2020 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employ

October 21, 2020 EX-99

Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502

EX-99 2 fmao-ex996.htm EX-99 Exhibit 99 Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502 NEWS RELEASE Company Contact: Investor and Media Contact: Lars B. Eller President and Chief Executive Officer Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (419) 446-2501 [email protected] Andrew M. Berger Managing Director SM Berger & Company, Inc. (216) 464-6400 [email protected] Farmers & Merchants Ban

September 14, 2020 S-8

- S-8

S-8 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM S-8 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANCORP, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as specified in its Charter) OHIO 34-1469491 (State of Incorporation) (IRS Employer Identification No.) 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502 (Address of principal executive offices, includi

September 14, 2020 EX-24

Power of Attorney

EX-24 7 d863188dex24.htm EX-24 EXHIBIT 24 POWER OF ATTORNEY DIRECTORS OF FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANCORP, INC. Know all men by these presents that each person whose name is signed below has made, constituted and appointed, and by this instrument does make, constitute and appoint Lars B. Eller his true and lawful attorney with full power of substitution and resubstitution to affix for him and in his na

September 14, 2020 EX-4.3

Fidelity Volume Submitter Defined Contribution Plan – Basic Plan Document No. 17

EX-4.3 2 d863188dex43.htm EX-4.3 Exhibit 4.3 VOLUME SUBMITTER DEFINED CONTRIBUTION PLAN FIDELITY BASIC PLAN DOCUMENT NO. 17 Fidelity Management & Research Company and its affiliates do not provide tax or legal advice. Nothing herein or in any attachments hereto should be construed, or relied upon, as tax or legal advice. IRS CIRCULAR 230 DISCLOSURE: To the extent this document (including attachmen

September 14, 2020 EX-4.4

Fidelity Volume Submitter Defined Contribution Plan – Adoption Agreement No. 001

Exhibit 4.4 VOLUME SUBMITTER DEFINED CONTRIBUTION PLAN (PROFIT SHARING/401(K) PLAN) A FIDELITY VOLUME SUBMITTER PLAN Adoption Agreement No. 001 For use With Fidelity Basic Plan Document No. 17 Fidelity Management & Research Company and its affiliates do not provide tax or legal advice. Nothing herein or in any attachments hereto should be construed, or relied upon, as tax or legal advice. IRS CIRC

July 29, 2020 10-Q

Quarterly Report - 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ Quarterly Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the quarterly period June 30, 2020 or ☐ Transition Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-38084 FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANCORP,

July 22, 2020 EX-99

Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502

Exhibit 99 Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502 NEWS RELEASE Company Contact: Investor and Media Contact: Lars B.

July 22, 2020 8-K

Current Report

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) July 22, 2020 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employer

May 28, 2020 144

- 144

144 OMB APPROVAL OMB Number: 3235-0101 Expires: June 30, 2017 Estimated average burden hours per response 1.

April 29, 2020 10-Q

Quarterly Report - 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10‑Q ☒ Quarterly Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the quarterly period March 31, 2020 or ☐ Transition Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-38084 FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANCORP

April 24, 2020 8-K

Current Report

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) April 24, 2020 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employer

April 24, 2020 EX-99

Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502

Exhibit 99 Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502 NEWS RELEASE Company Contact: Investor and Media Contact: Lars B.

April 20, 2020 8-K

Current Report

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) April 16, 2020 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employer

March 17, 2020 DEFA14A

FMB / First Trust Managed Municipal ETF DEFA14A - - DEFA14A

DEFA14A UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the registrant ☒ Filed by a party other than the registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement.

February 26, 2020 EX-21

Subsidiaries of Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc.

EX-21 3 fmao-ex218.htm EX-21 Exhibit 21 SUBSIDIAIRIES OF FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANCORP, INC FARMERS & MERCHANTS STATE BANK FARMERS & MERCHANTS RISK MANAGEMENT, INC. [Remainder of this page intentionally left blank.] 1

February 26, 2020 EX-4.1

Description of Registrant’s Common Stock (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.1 to Registrant's Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the Commission on February 26, 2020).

Exhibit 4.1 DESCRIPTION OF REGISTERED SECURITIES Common Stock Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (the “Registrant”) is a corporation organized under the laws of the State of Ohio and a financial holding company registered under the Bank Holding Company Act of 1956, as amended. The Registrant’s common shares are registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission under Section 12(b) of the Securi

February 26, 2020 10-K

Description of Registrant’s Common Stock (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.1 to Registrant's Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the Commission on February 26, 2020).

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10‑K ☒ Annual Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2019 or ☐ Transition Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-38084 FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANCOR

February 26, 2020 DEF 14A

FMB / First Trust Managed Municipal ETF DEF 14A - - DEF 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION STATEMENT Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ☒

February 5, 2020 EX-99

Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502

EX-99 2 fmao-ex996.htm EX-99 Exhibit 99 Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502 NEWS RELEASE Company Contact: Investor and Media Contact: Lars B. Eller President and Chief Executive Offcer Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (419) 446-2501 [email protected] Andrew M. Berger Managing Director SM Berger & Company, Inc. (216) 464-6400 [email protected] Farmers & Merchants Banc

February 5, 2020 8-K

Current Report

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) February 5, 2020 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employ

January 31, 2020 8-K

Current Report

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) January 31, 2020 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employ

January 31, 2020 EX-99

Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502

EX-99 2 fmao-ex996.htm EX-99 Exhibit 99.1 Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502 NEWS RELEASE Company Contact: Investor and Media Contact: Marty Filogamo Senior Vice President – Marketing Manager Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (419) 445-3501 ext. 15435 [email protected] Andrew M. Berger Managing Director SM Berger & Company, Inc. (216) 464-6400 [email protected] Fa

January 17, 2020 8-K

Current Report

8-K 1 fmao-8k20200117.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) January 17, 2020 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisd

October 30, 2019 10-Q

FMB / First Trust Managed Municipal ETF 10-Q - Quarterly Report - 10-Q

10-Q 1 fmao-10q20190930.htm 10-Q UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10‑Q ☒ Quarterly Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the quarterly period September 30, 2019 or ☐ Transition Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number

October 21, 2019 EX-99

Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502

Exhibit 99 Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502 NEWS RELEASE Company Contact: Investor and Media Contact: Marty Filogamo Senior Vice President – Marketing Manager Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc.

October 21, 2019 8-K

Current Report

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) October 21, 2019 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employ

September 5, 2019 8-K

Other Events

8-K 1 fmao-8k20190905.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) September 5, 2019 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Juris

September 5, 2019 EX-99.1

Letter to Shareholders, dated September 5, 2019.

EX-99.1 2 fmao-ex9917.htm EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1

July 24, 2019 10-Q

FMB / First Trust Managed Municipal ETF 10-Q - Quarterly Report - 10-Q

10-Q 1 fmao-10q20190630.htm 10-Q UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10‑Q ☒ Quarterly Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the quarterly period June 30, 2019 or ☐ Transition Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-3

July 19, 2019 EX-99

Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502

Exhibit 99 Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502 NEWS RELEASE Company Contact: Investor and Media Contact: Marty Filogamo Senior Vice President – Marketing Manager Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc.

July 19, 2019 8-K

Current Report

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) July 19, 2019 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employer

May 1, 2019 10-Q

FMB / First Trust Managed Municipal ETF 10-Q Quarterly Report 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10‑Q ☒ Quarterly Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the quarterly period March 31, 2019 or ☐ Transition Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-38084 FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANCORP

April 26, 2019 8-K

Current Report

8-K 1 fmao-8k20190331.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) April 26, 2019 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdic

April 26, 2019 EX-99

Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502

EX-99 2 fmao-ex996.htm EX-99 Exhibit 99 Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502 NEWS RELEASE Company Contact: Investor and Media Contact: Marty Filogamo Senior Vice President – Marketing Manager Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (419) 445-3501 ext. 15435 [email protected] Andrew M. Berger Managing Director SM Berger & Company, Inc. (216) 464-6400 [email protected] Farm

April 19, 2019 8-K

Current Report

8-K 1 fmao-8k20190416.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) April 16, 2019 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdic

March 12, 2019 DEF 14A

FMB / First Trust Managed Municipal ETF DEF 14A

DEF 14A 1 d719641ddef14a.htm DEF 14A UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION STATEMENT Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only

February 27, 2019 EX-21

Subsidiaries of Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc.

Exhibit 21 SUBSIDIAIRIES OF FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANCORP, INC FARMERS & MERCHANTS STATE BANK FARMERS & MERCHANTS RISK MANAGEMENT, INC. [Remainder of this page intentionally left blank.]

February 27, 2019 10-K

FMB / First Trust Managed Municipal ETF 10-K (Annual Report)

10-K 1 fmao-10k20181231.htm 10-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10‑K ☒ Annual Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2018 or ☐ Transition Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001

February 13, 2019 EX-99

Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502

Exhibit 99 Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502 NEWS RELEASE Company Contact: Investor and Media Contact: Marty Filogamo Senior Vice President – Marketing Manager Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc.

February 13, 2019 8-K

Current Report

8-K 1 fmao-8k20190213.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) February 13, 2019 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Juris

February 5, 2019 EX-99

Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502

Exhibit 99.1 Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502 NEWS RELEASE Company Contact: Investor and Media Contact: Marty Filogamo Senior Vice President – Marketing Manager Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (419) 445-3501 ext. 15435 [email protected] Andrew M. Berger Managing Director SM Berger & Company, Inc. (216) 464-6400 [email protected] Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, In

February 5, 2019 8-K

Current Report

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) February 1, 2019 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employ

January 18, 2019 8-K

Current Report

8-K 1 fmao-8k20190118.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) January 18, 2019 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisd

January 17, 2019 SC 13G/A

FMB / First Trust Managed Municipal ETF / Briggs Andrew J - SC 13G/A Passive Investment

SC 13G/A SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.

January 2, 2019 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

8-K 1 d681890d8k.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) January 1, 2019 FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANCORP, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction

January 2, 2019 EX-99

Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502

EX-99 EXHIBIT 99 Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502 NEWS RELEASE Company Contact: Investor and Media Contact: Marty Filogamo Senior Vice President – Marketing Manager Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc.

November 8, 2018 424B3

PROXY STATEMENT AND PROSPECTUS DATED NOVEMBER 7, 2018 FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANCORP, INC. LIMBERLOST BANCSHARES, INC. YOUR VOTE IS VERY IMPORTANT PROSPECTUS OF FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANCORP, INC. FOR UP TO 1,830,000 SHARES OF COMMON STOCK AND PROXY STATE

424B3 Table of Contents Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(b)(3) Registration No. 333-227757 PROXY STATEMENT AND PROSPECTUS DATED NOVEMBER 7, 2018 FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANCORP, INC. LIMBERLOST BANCSHARES, INC. YOUR VOTE IS VERY IMPORTANT PROSPECTUS OF FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANCORP, INC. FOR UP TO 1,830,000 SHARES OF COMMON STOCK AND PROXY STATEMENT OF LIMBERLOST BANCSHARES, INC. The Board of Directors of Far

November 2, 2018 EX-99.1

Form of Proxy for Limberlost Bancshares, Inc. Shareholder Meeting (filed herewith)

EX-99.1 4 d634227dex991.htm EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 LIMBERLOST BANCSHARES, INC. 215 East Line Street Geneva, Indiana 46740 REVOCABLE PROXY THIS PROXY IS SOLICITED BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS The undersigned hereby appoint(s) Andrew J. Briggs and Phillip P. Lucas, and each of them individually, as attorneys and proxies of the undersigned, each with full power of substitution, to represent and to vote al

November 2, 2018 EX-99.2

Form of Voting Instruction Card for Bank of Geneva ESOP

EX-99.2 Exhibit 99.2 Limberlost Bancshares, Inc. 215 East Line Street Geneva, Indiana 46740 November 7, 2018 Dear ESOP Participant: As described in the enclosed materials, proxies are being solicited in connection with the proposals to be considered at the upcoming Special Meeting of Shareholders of Limberlost Bancshares, Inc. (“LBI”) (“Special Meeting”) relating to the proposed merger of LBI with

November 2, 2018 S-4/A

FMB / First Trust Managed Municipal ETF S-4/A

S-4/A Table of Contents As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 2, 2018 Registration Statement No.

November 2, 2018 CORRESP

FMB / First Trust Managed Municipal ETF CORRESP

CORRESP 1 filename1.htm FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANCORP, INC. 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502 (419) 446-2501 November 2, 2018 Via Email and EDGAR Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Corporation Finance 100 F Street, NE Washington, DC 20549 Attn: David Lin, Staff Attorney Re: Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. Registration Statement on Form S-4 Filed on October 9, 2018, as amen

October 24, 2018 10-Q

FMB / First Trust Managed Municipal ETF 10-Q (Quarterly Report)

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10‑Q ☒ Quarterly Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the quarterly period September 30, 2018 or ☐ Transition Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-38084 FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANCORP, INC. (Ex

October 18, 2018 8-K

Current Report

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) October 18, 2018 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employ

October 18, 2018 EX-99

Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502

Exhibit 99 Post Office Box 216 307 North Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502 NEWS RELEASE Company Contact: Investor and Media Contact: Marty Filogamo Senior Vice President – Marketing Manager Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc.

October 9, 2018 EX-99.2

Consent of Andrew J. Briggs (proposed director)

EX-99.2 EXHIBIT 99.2 CONSENT OF DIRECTOR-NOMINEE This Consent of Director-Nominee is delivered in connection with the registration statement on Form S-4 of Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. to be filed with the Securities Exchange Commission (as it may be amended from time to time, the “Registration Statement”) for the registration under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, of the common stock

October 9, 2018 S-4

FMB / First Trust Managed Municipal ETF S-4

S-4 1 d634227ds4.htm S-4 Table of Contents As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on October 9, 2018 Registration Statement No. 333- UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM S-4 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANCORP, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) OHIO 6712 34-1469491 (State

September 18, 2018 8-K/A

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Other Events

8-K/A 1 d626760d8ka.htm 8-K/A UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K/A CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) September 13, 2018 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Ju

September 14, 2018 144

FMB / First Trust Managed Municipal ETF FORM 144

144 1 d603664d144.htm FORM 144 OMB APPROVAL OMB Number: 3235-0101 Expires: June 30, 2017 Estimated average burden hours per response 1.00 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 144 NOTICE OF PROPOSED SALE OF SECURITIES PURSUANT TO RULE 144 UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 SEC USE ONLY DOCUMENT SEQUENCE NO. CUSIP NUMBER WORK LOCATION ATTENTION: Transmit for fil

September 13, 2018 EX-99.1

FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES APPOINTMENT OF LARS B. ELLER AS PRESIDENT AND CEO OF FARMERS & MERCHANTS STATE BANK

EX-99.1 3 d595662dex991.htm EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 Company Press Release dated September 13, 2018 NEWS RELEASE September 13, 2018 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. 307 N. Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. Contact: Marty Filogamo Senior Vice President – Marketing Manager Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (419) 445-3501 ext. 15435 [email protected] For Release: Imm

September 13, 2018 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

8-K 1 d595662d8k.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) September 13, 2018 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdict

September 13, 2018 EX-10.1

Employment Agreement executed by and between The Farmers & Merchants State Bank and Lars B. Eller on September 13, 2018 (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to Registrant’s Report on Form 8-K filed with the Commission on September 13, 2018).

EX-10.1 2 d595662dex101.htm EX-10.1 Exhibit 10.1 Employment Agreement between Farmers & Merchants State Bank and Lars B. Eller, dated September 13, 2018 EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT This Employment Agreement (the “Agreement”) is made and entered into as of September 13, 2018, by and between Farmers & Merchants State Bank, a commercial bank organized under the laws of the State of Ohio (the “Bank”), and La

August 21, 2018 EX-99.1

Additional information regarding the Merger, dated August 20, 2018

EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 Additional information regarding the Merger, dated August 20, 2018 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. Acquisition of Limberlost Bancshares, Inc. Additional Information about the Transaction Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (“FMAO”) intends to file a registration statement on Form S-4 with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), which will include a prospectus relating to

August 21, 2018 8-K

Other Events

8-K 1 d605332d8k.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) August 20, 2018 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction

August 21, 2018 425

FMB / First Trust Managed Municipal ETF 8-K (Prospectus)

8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) August 20, 2018 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (C

August 21, 2018 EX-99.1

Additional information regarding the Merger, dated August 20, 2018

EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 Additional information regarding the Merger, dated August 20, 2018 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. Acquisition of Limberlost Bancshares, Inc. Additional Information about the Transaction Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (“FMAO”) intends to file a registration statement on Form S-4 with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), which will include a prospectus relating to

August 20, 2018 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

8-K 1 d596239d8k.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) August 17, 2018 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction

August 20, 2018 EX-1.01

Voting Agreement (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 1.01 of F&M’s Form 8-K filed on August 20, 2018)

EX-1.01 Exhibit 1.01 Agreement and Plan of Reorganization and Merger between Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. and Limberlost Bancshares, Inc. dated August 17, 2018. AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF REORGANIZATION AND MERGER BETWEEN FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANCORP, INC. AND LIMBERLOST BANCSHARES, INC. Dated as of August 17, 2018 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page SECTION 1 THE MERGERS 1 1.1 LBI Merger 1 1.2 The Bank Merger

August 20, 2018 EX-99.1

FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANCORP, INC. AGREES TO ACQUIRE LIMBERLOST BANCSHARES, INC.

EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 Company Press Release dated August 20, 2018 NEWS RELEASE Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. 307 N. Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502 AUGUST 20, 2018 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. Contact: Marty Filogamo Senior Vice President – Marketing Manager Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (419) 445-3501 ext. 15435 [email protected] Limberlost Bancshares, Inc. Contact: Andrew J. Bri

August 20, 2018 EX-1.01

Agreement and Plan of Reorganization and Merger between Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. and Limberlost Bancshares, Inc. dated August 17, 2018.

EX-1.01 2 d596239dex101.htm EX-1.01 Exhibit 1.01 Agreement and Plan of Reorganization and Merger between Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. and Limberlost Bancshares, Inc. dated August 17, 2018. AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF REORGANIZATION AND MERGER BETWEEN FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANCORP, INC. AND LIMBERLOST BANCSHARES, INC. Dated as of August 17, 2018 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page SECTION 1 THE MERGERS 1 1.1 LBI M

August 20, 2018 425

FMB / First Trust Managed Municipal ETF 8-K (Prospectus)

8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) August 17, 2018 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-38084 34-1469491 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission File Num

August 20, 2018 EX-99.1

FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANCORP, INC. AGREES TO ACQUIRE LIMBERLOST BANCSHARES, INC.

EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 Company Press Release dated August 20, 2018 NEWS RELEASE Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. 307 N. Defiance Street Archbold, Ohio 43502 AUGUST 20, 2018 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. Contact: Marty Filogamo Senior Vice President – Marketing Manager Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (419) 445-3501 ext. 15435 [email protected] Limberlost Bancshares, Inc. Contact: Andrew J. Bri

July 25, 2018 10-Q

FMB / First Trust Managed Municipal ETF 10-Q (Quarterly Report)

10-Q 1 fmao-10q20180630.htm 10-Q SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10‑Q ☒ Quarterly Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the quarterly period June 30, 2018 or ☐ Transition Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-38084 FARMERS &

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