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CoBank Year Ahead

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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Application

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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Corteva Enlist

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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Retailer of the Year

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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US Ag Trade

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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COVID-19

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 Resistance Study Chart

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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2021 Rising Stars

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

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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Ian McGregor 2022 Chair

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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