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ARA Debuts LaborLink: A Smarter Way for ARA Members to Find Workers
May 01, 2025
The Agricultural Retailers Association (ARA) is pleased to announce the launch of LaborLink, a new member benefit designed to help agricultural retailers address one of their most urgent operational challenges: securing reliable labor. Through a partnership with másLabor, the nation’s leading provider of H-2 visa services, ARA members now have direct access to expert support in navigating H-2 visa processes.
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ARA Celebrates Ag Day with Conversations on the National Mall
Mar 22, 2022
ARA is a proud sponsor of the Celebration of Modern Agriculture on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. as industry leaders and member companies such as AGCO, Case IH, and John Deere showcase innovations that enable American farmers and ranchers to sustainably provide for a growing world.
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ARA Welcomes New Manager of Programs to the Team
Mar 08, 2022
ARA is proud to announce Leah Franklin as the new Manager of Programs. Learn more about her background in this message to ARA members.
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ARA Applauds SCOTUS on Vaccine Mandate Decision
Jan 13, 2022
Today the U.S. Supreme Court blocked the Biden administration’s emergency rule that would have required employers with more than 100 employees to either get proof of vaccination or require weekly testing of employees. ARA President and CEO Daren Coppock issued a statement in support of the decision.
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ARA Joins More Than 350 Organizations to Voice Support for Existing Pesticide Law
Jan 12, 2022
ARA joined more than 350 organizations engaged with pesticide products in a letter sent to members of the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives that affirms these organization’s support the pesticide regulatory system in place today under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA).
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ARA Joins Stakeholders Reaffirming Glyphosate Safety Following Court Arguments
Jan 10, 2022
ARA along with other industry stakeholders responded to court arguments with a statement reaffirming the safe and effective use of glyphosate, an important herbicide that enables conservation practices such as reduced field tillage.
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2022 Year Ahead Report – Forces That Will Shape the U.S. Rural Economy
Jan 10, 2022
In 2022, the U.S. farm economy will continue to struggle with the ongoing supply chain issues and cost inflation pressures that burst to the fore in summer 2021. Strong commodity prices will be offset by increases in cost structure for nearly all crop production including row crops, fruits and vegetables and hay. However, a reduction in farm-level costs could be on the horizon for mid-2022, according to a comprehensive year-ahead outlook report from CoBank’s Knowledge Exchange. (Sponsored content)
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Weed Control Tips for 2022
Dec 20, 2021
As farmers head into the winter planning months, it’s important to reflect on what weeds were still present during harvest. This can help inform what did and didn’t work as they start putting together their weed control game plan for next year. To prepare for the upcoming growing season, Eric Scherder, Ph.D., U.S. Crop Protection commercial launch leader for Corteva Agriscience, has tips and recommendations on weed control for soybean farmers. (Sponsored content)
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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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