Advocacy Overview
ARA registered lobbyists advocate for the interests of ag retailers while monitoring federal agencies, regulations and legislation that could impact agribusinesses and their farmer customers.
Each year, ARA members decide a new set of public policy issues to steer the association's advocacy efforts in Washington during the annual ARA Legislative Fly-In and beyond.
Policy Priorities
- Farm Bill
- Modern Agriculture Technologies
- Climate Stewardship & Sustainability Practices
- Pro-Growth Economic Policies for Rural America
- Energy
- Transportation / Supply Chain
- Ag Labor & OSHA
- Homeland Security
Legislative Fly-In Recap
In more than 130 meetings with legislators on both sides of the aisle, 115 ARA members and industry partners advocated for the policy priorities of the ag retail industry during the 2025 ARA Winter Board Meeting & Legislative Fly-In.
Congressional Facility Visit Guide
To continue the momentum from the legislative fly-in visits in Washington, ARA supports its members throughout the year when they invite their elected officials to tour their facility. These facility visits educate lawmakers about what ag retailers need to serve American farmers while keeping their team and community safe.
ARA's Congressional Facility Visit Guide contains best practices and media samples to give members a step-by-step resource to host a successful visit. Discover how to pave your way for a productive relationship with your legislators.
Biofuel Study Key Findings
The Biofuel Study Key Findings is a summary of a research study on the economic impacts to U.S. biofuels, agriculture, and the economy from subsidized electric vehicle penetration.