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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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Recap of 2020 ARA Fall Board & Committee Meetings
Sep 29, 2020
ARA Committee members met virtually Sept. 21-23 to discuss the association's policy priorities, membership services, educational programs and more.
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Talking active ingredients? Double check your pronunciation skills
Sep 28, 2020
Atticus just made it simple with a new pronunciation tool that’s available throughout its entire product portfolio. Just search a product with the AI you’re looking for, then click on the sound icon to hear it spoken aloud. (Sponsored content)
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Excluding CCC from CR Pulls the Rug Out from Under Farmers, Ag Retailers
Sep 22, 2020
ARA President and CEO Daren Coppock released a statement in response to the continuing resolution (CR) released by U.S. House of Representatives Democrats extending funding for government operations through Dec. 11.
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Vertical Supply Chain - An Exercise in Thought
Sep 15, 2020
In June, LynnCo led a webinar for ARA membership discussing three strategy considerations when reviewing your supply chain: network optimization, inventory optimization (SKU rationalization), and final mile considerations. This white paper created by ARA member LynnCo expands on the previous webinar's approach to transforming supply chains.
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The Scoop Podcast: The ABCs and 123s of CFATS
Sep 11, 2020
In this episode of The Scoop Podcast, ARA's Danielle Sikes Nelson shares an update on recent actions surrounding CFATS—the Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standard (CFATS).
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Busting the myths around ESN: Growing season edition
Sep 01, 2020
From pre-plant to fall and over-winter applications, we’re busting seasonal ESN myths. Soil temperature, heavy rain, fall applications and freezing all top the list in this edition of busting the myths around ESN. Read on to learn the facts about these common misconceptions. (Sponsored content)
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ARA Participates in OSHA Safe+Sound Week, Shares Member Stories
Aug 10, 2020
ARA is proud to participate in OSHA Safe + Sound Week on Aug. 10-16 by sharing safety stories from members and encouraging members to stay informed.
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ARA Commends House Passage of Bipartisan WRDA Bill
Jul 29, 2020
ARA President and CEO Daren Coppock released a statement commending the U.S. House of Representatives' passage of the bipartisan H.R. 7575, the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2020.
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Maximize Your ARA Membership (The Scoop)
Jul 27, 2020
ARA’s strength in Washington as an advocate of ag retailers depends on the sustained investment by our members. We’ve compiled these tips to make the most of your membership dollars.
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Summer 2020 Economic Outlook: Rural Industries Adapt to Coronavirus Reality
Jul 26, 2020
Over the past four months, every rural industry has grappled with how to adjust its business to remain relevant and sustainable in the face of the coronavirus pandemic. Learn more about how COVID-19 has impacted agriculture and other rural industries in the latest Quarterly Economic report from CoBank’s Knowledge Exchange. (Sponsored content)
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