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Genetic Modification

The Adjuvant Advantage

May 21, 2024

Discover how to use the right adjuvant to protect your farmer customer's chemical investment, correct compatibility problems, tank clean outs and more with the Adjuvant Advantage for the Sales Agronomist webinar series. Certified Crop Advisers reviewing these webinar recordings will earn one Certified Crop Adviser (CCA) program IPM CEU.

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Boost Soil Health with Bio Stimulants

May 21, 2024

Growers have long known that a delicate balance between physical, chemical, and biological factors influences yield, crop growth, and crop success. Soil health greatly determines the ability to grow healthy, productive crops. Using Ascophyllum nodosum biostimulants as part of an integrated strategy aims to enhance both crop and soil management practices. By improving communities of soil microbes, soil health and crop productivity have the potential to reach peak performance. (Sponsored content)

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ARA Applauds Announcement on Ag's Role in Sustainable Biofuels

Apr 30, 2024

ARA President & CEO Daren Coppock released a statement applauding the Biden Administration's announcement updating the Greenhouse gases, Regulated Emissions, and Energy use in Technology (GREET) model and including regenerative agricultural practices in the sustainable aviation fuel emissions calculation.

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2021 Earth Day

ARA & Ag Retailers Promote Earth Day Year-Round

Apr 22, 2024

By working closely with their farmer customers, ag retailers deploy the best methods to ensure our land is cared for and healthy for generations to come. On this Earth Day, ARA thanks the good stewards of this planet who provide the food, fuel and fiber for today’s growing population. Read about the environmental stewardship efforts led by ARA and its members.

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drone

10 Reasons Why You Should Add A Spray Drone To Your Operation

Mar 26, 2024

Introducing a new asset into your business is a big decision. Prioritizing return on investment and optimizing efficiency in your operation is always a primary concern. Nonetheless, integrating a drone into your fleet can lead your program to the next generation of technology. By embracing a versatile tool, your business can improve data collection, boost service capabilities, and increase operational efficacy.
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Rep. Miller-Meeks with Iowa Fly-In Group

ARA Fly-In Moves the Needle in Washington

Mar 19, 2024

ARA hosted more than 90 ARA members and industry leaders for a Legislative Fly-In day to discuss key issues impacting the ag retail industry with 120 members of Congress and their staff. This event is held annually in conjunction with the ARA Winter Board & Committee Meetings in the Washington, DC area.

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Rep. Panetta Legislator of the Year

ARA Honors Rep. Panetta with Legislator of the Year Award

Mar 06, 2024

ARA honored Representative Jimmy Panetta with a 2023 Legislator of the Year Award for his support of issues that are important to the success of ag retailers, specifically his leading efforts with the Plant Biostimulant Act of 2023.

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Rep. Jim Baird recognized by ARA with Legislator of the Year Award

ARA Honors Rep. Baird with Legislator of the Year Award

Mar 06, 2024

ARA honored Representative Jim Baird with a Legislator of the Year award in part for his leading effort to promote the Increased TSP Access Act of 2023.

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Seed treatment guide

Basic Steps for Treated Seed Stewardship

Feb 14, 2024

As planting season begins across the country, ARA reminds ag retailers and their farmer-customers to follow the basic steps for stewardship of treated seed.

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Soy

ARA Commends EPA Existing Stocks Order for Dicamba

Feb 14, 2024

ARA President and CEO Daren Coppock released the following statement following the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) update related to the Existing Stocks Order for dicamba product registrations.

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