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ARA Deems Supreme Court Decision Reversing Chevron Defense as Good News for Ag Retail

Jun 28, 2024

The Agricultural Retailers Association (ARA) President & CEO Daren Coppock released a statement following the U.S. Supreme Court's decision in "Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo" to reverse the Chevron defense.

Farm Bill 101 for Ag Retail

USDA Tours New Landus Facility Built with Grant Funds

ARA Honors Farrell Growth Group President Ron Farrell

Dec 04, 2019

The Agricultural Retailers Association (ARA) honored Farrell Growth Group President Ron Farrell with the 2019 Jack Eberspacher Lifetime Achievement Award.

ARA Convenes Annual Conference, Board Takes Action for Long-Term Success

Dec 03, 2019

Penn State Research Demonstrates Significant Increase in Feed Efficiency with Unique Corn Silage

Dec 03, 2019

Research by Penn State University found a 4% increase (6% increase uncorrected) in ECM feed efficiency with Enogen® Feed corn silage – with no negative effect on rumen fermentation.1 The unique Syngenta hybrids, available from NK Seeds retailers, feature an in-seed technology that converts starch to usable sugars more quickly than other corn. (Sponsored Content)

Shifting Ground: Mega-Mergers to Realign Farm Retailers

Nov 26, 2019

The stressed farm economy and intense competition have driven gross margins to near- or below-breakeven levels for seed and crop protection suppliers. Manufacturer rebate programs are helping keep these agribusinesses afloat, but the slew of crop protection and seed company mega-mergers mean that these programs are likely to change – possibly requiring larger volumes for rebates and tying together discounts for seed and crop protection products. (Sponsored content)

ARA Commends EPA Issuance of Risk Management Program (RMP) Reconsideration Final Rule

Nov 21, 2019

EPA issues changes to Risk Management Program (RMP).

Seed Investment Helps Farmers End Challenging Season on Positive Note

Nov 14, 2019

After a growing season that was predictable only in its unpredictability, harvest is finding NK® corn and soybeans from Syngenta offering farmers much-needed stability – delivering winning yields in fields across the U.S.

NK hybrids and varieties combine the latest in seed technology with top-of-the-line genetics, producing crops that withstand some of the biggest in-field challenges. Even in a tumultuous year, characteristics like broad adaptibility and disease tolerance have helped NK growers maintain maximum return on investment. (Sponsored Content)

News Release: ARA Welcomes Danielle Sikes to Policy Team

Oct 28, 2019

ARA welcomed Danielle Sikes to the organization in the role of Director of Public Policy.

News Release: ARA Applauds EPA Proposed Revisions to Application Zone Requirements

Oct 24, 2019

ARA President and CEO Daren Coppock issued a statement in support of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) release of a proposal that provides targeted revisions to the Worker Protection Standards (WPS) Application Exclusion Zone (AEZ) requirements.

ARA URGES CONGRESS TO PASS USMCA AND PRAISES JAPAN TRADE DEAL

Sep 26, 2019

The passage of USMCA will strengthen trade relationships with our North American neighbors and serve as a huge boost to a staggering farm industry.

ARA SUPPORTS USDOT HOURS OF SERVICE PROPOSAL FOR IMPROVED DRIVER SAFETY AND FLEXIBILITY

Aug 14, 2019

The FMCSA is encouraging everyone to review and comment on this proposal within the 45-day public comment period.