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American Industry Needs a Predictable Trade Policy
Apr 10, 2025
The Agricultural Retailers Association (ARA) understands and supports the desire of the Trump Administration to stop unfair trading practices in the global marketplace that lead to artificial advantages or trade imbalances. Some of the countries singled out by President Trump have long patterns of putting their proverbial thumbs on the scale to the disadvantage of US producers and exporters.
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Highlights from the 2021 ARA Conference & Expo
Dec 16, 2021
See the highlights from the 2021 ARA Conference & Expo, held Nov. 30 through Dec. 2 in San Antonio, Texas! More than 600 ag retail industry professionals gathered to "Saddle Up For Success" after nearly two years without meeting face-to-face for the annual conference.
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ARA Applauds House Action on Ocean Shipping Reform, Urges Senate to Follow Suit
Dec 09, 2021
Agricultural Retailers Association (ARA) President and CEO Daren Coppock issued a statement of support following the U.S. House of Representatives' passage of the Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2021.
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ARA Supports Senate's Vote Nullifying Vaccine Mandate
Dec 08, 2021
ARA supports today's vote by the U.S. Senate to nullify the Biden administration's vaccine mandate. ARA President and CEO Daren Coppock released the following statement.
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Weed Challenges Top of Mind for Farmers
Dec 07, 2021
It’s no surprise that weed management is a key issue for the agriculture industry, with several weeds reproducing and wreaking havoc on fields, becoming resistant to traditional herbicide applications. But did you know that on average, farmers spend about four hours a week planning their weed management program and thinking about pigweed resistance? (Sponsored content)
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Agricultural Retailers Association Celebrates 2021 Rising Stars
Dec 02, 2021
Today the Agricultural Retailers Association (ARA) recognized a group of emerging leaders as part of its Rising Stars professional development program at the 2021 ARA Conference & Expo.
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2021 ARA Rising Stars Share What Leadership in Ag Means to Them
Dec 02, 2021
The 2021 ARA Rising Stars created videos telling what leadership in agriculture means to them. These Rising Stars were nominated by their company for their achievements and were honored at the annual ARA Conference & Expo.
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ARA Installs Ian McGregor as Chairman
Dec 02, 2021
Today ARA installed Ian McGregor of The McGregor Company as chairman of the association during the closing session of the 2021 ARA Conference & Expo. McGregor succeeds Rod Wells with GROWMARK Inc., in the role and will serve a two-year term.
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ARA Concludes Annual Conference and Expo
Dec 02, 2021
Today the Agricultural Retailers Association (ARA) concluded its annual Conference & Expo with two panels of industry experts and an off-site local ag tour. The 2022 ARA Conference and Expo will be held Nov. 29 through Dec. 1, in San Diego, Calif.
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ARA Recognizes Anne and Meg Yargus with AGI Fertilizer Systems
Dec 01, 2021
Today the Agricultural Retailers Association (ARA) recognized Anne Yargus Sheehy and Meg Yargus Steward of AGI Fertilizer Systems with the ARA Distinguished Service Award during the ARA Conference & Expo.
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Valley Ag Named ARA Retailer of the Year
Dec 01, 2021
Today the Agricultural Retailers Association (ARA) honored Valley Ag with its Retailer of the Year Award during the 2021 ARA Conference & Expo.
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