ARA Named Buttonwillow Warehouse Company Retailer of the Year
Dec 04 2024
Today the ARA honored Buttonwillow Warehouse Company (BWC) with its Retailer of the Year award in front of approximately 600 attendees during the 2024 ARA Conference & Expo.
“I’m honored to accept this award on behalf of the entire team at Buttonwillow Warehouse Company,” says BWC Chief Operating Officer Clay Houchin. “Our company’s decades-long legacy of putting people first has enabled us to consistently meet the evolving needs of growers while fostering a world-class workforce contributing to the prosperity of the communities we serve."
BWC believes the keys to success lie in three core values: integrity, community, and innovation. By prioritizing people, communities, and agricultural innovation, Buttonwillow Warehouse Company has earned this distinguished honor.
“Our industry relies on innovative partners who consistently deliver results, and for over 50 years, BWC has exemplified this commitment to excellence,” says ARA President & CEO Daren Coppock. “Their leadership and tailored services have not only set them apart but have also greatly contributed to the success of local communities. We’re proud to recognize them as a leader in our industry.”
The Retailer of the Year award, sponsored by Bayer and The Scoop, annually honors an ARA member retailer company or individual that displays effective employee relations, environmental stewardship, customer reliability, industry leadership, and more.
BWC is a premier agricultural retailer providing comprehensive services, with a focus on custom blending, crop protection, fertilizer, and sustainable agriculture practices. They are committed to meeting the diverse needs of their customers and pride themselves on their strong community ties with a dedicated team of over 100 employees who contribute to their ongoing success and industry leadership.
Watch a video showcasing the hard work of the BWC team.
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