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ARA Applauds EPA's OTT Dicamba Decision

Feb 06, 2026

"ARA applauds EPA's recent decision that preserves the safe use of OTT dicamba while maintaining workable, label required mitigation measures for commercial applicators," said ARA's President & CEO, Daren Coppock.

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Are Plant Growth Regulators Worth the Investment?

Jan 15, 2026

OFF TO A GREAT START: These corn plants are showing their strength early in the season. According to WinField® United Crop Protection Product Manager Jon Zuk, plant growth regulators play a key role in driving that early season vigor.

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ARA & CCAs Express Strong Support for USDA’s Regenerative Agriculture Initiative

Dec 12, 2025

The Agricultural Retailers Association (ARA) and Certified Crop Advisors (CCAs) welcome the recent announcement by U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins, U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., and CMS Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz regarding the new $700 million Regenerative Pilot Program. ARA applauds the Trump Administration’s commitment to voluntary, incentive-based conservation efforts that place farmers first and strengthen America’s food and fiber supply.

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ARA Supports Federal Economic Relief for Farmers

Dec 10, 2025

The Agricultural Retailers Association (ARA) released a statement after the Trump Administration announced the Farmer Bridge Assistance (FBA) Program, which is providing over $12 billion in support to American farmers impacted by trade disruptions and declining crop prices.

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SECURE financing provides retailers with a powerful sales tool that puts agronomics and economics to work for growers.

Put your agronomic expertise to work in smarter, more profitable ways with SECURE financing from WinField United.

Dec 09, 2025

In today’s volatile agricultural market, the difference between success and stagnation often comes down to smart financial planning and strategic timing. For ag retailers, this creates a clear opportunity: offering financing solutions that not only help growers make better agronomic decisions but also open the door to increased sales, loyalty and long-term business growth.

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ARA Conference & Expo Concludes After Three Days of Learning, Networking, and Innovation

Dec 04, 2025

The Agricultural Retailers Association (ARA) concluded its 2025 Conference & Expo today after three inspiring days that brought together more than 600 ag retail professionals.

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ARA Recognizes Brooke McMullin with Distinguished Service Award

Dec 03, 2025

The Agricultural Retailers Association (ARA) today recognized Brooke McMullin, Executive Vice President at International Raw Materials, with the ARA Distinguished Service Award during the ARA Conference & Expo, attended by more than 600 agricultural industry professionals

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ARA Names River Valley Cooperative 2025 Retailer of the Year

Dec 03, 2025

Today, the Agricultural Retailers Association (ARA) honored River Valley Cooperative, based in Eldridge, Iowa, with the prestigious 2025 Retailer of the Year Award during the ARA Conference & Expo.

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ARA Honors Dr. Ulrich (Bob) Trogele with Lifetime Achievement Award

Dec 03, 2025

The Agricultural Retailers Association (ARA) has recognized Dr. Ulrich (Bob) Trogele with the Jack Eberspacher Lifetime Achievement Award, celebrating a career marked by leadership, innovation, and steadfast support for agricultural retailers.

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GROWMARK's Chuck Spencer Honored with ARA’s Excellence in Advocacy Award

Dec 03, 2025

The Agricultural Retailers Association (ARA) is proud to announce Chuck Spencer as the recipient of the 2025 ARA Excellence in Advocacy Award, recognizing outstanding leadership and commitment to advancing sound public policy on behalf of the agricultural retail industry. Spencer is GROWMARK’s executive director of corporate and government relations.

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