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ARA Honors 2025 Rising Stars and Announces Fan Favorite Video Contest Winner

Dec 03, 2025

The Agricultural Retailers Association (ARA) today recognized a group of top performers and emerging leaders as part of its 2025 Rising Stars program, sponsored by Atticus, during the ARA Conference & Expo in Salt Lake City.

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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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Agricultural Retailers Association Hosts 2025 Conference & Expo in Salt Lake City

Dec 02, 2025

The Agricultural Retailers Association (ARA) kicked off its 2025 Conference & Expo today in Salt Lake City, welcoming more 600 ag retail industry professionals. This year’s theme, “Elevating Peak Performance,” reflects the industry’s commitment to continuous improvement, innovation, and leadership in delivering solutions across agriculture.

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ARA Conference & Expo Opens in Salt Lake City with a Focus on Leadership, Innovation, and Connection

Dec 02, 2025

The Agricultural Retailers Association (ARA) kicked off the 2025 ARA Conference & Expo today, gathering more than 600 ag retail industry professionals for three days of networking, learning, and collaboration under the theme “Elevating Peak Performance.”

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ARA Reacts to EPA WOTUS Announcement

Nov 17, 2025

"The Agricultural Retailers Association applauds EPA's proposal to bring clarity and certainty to the definition of Waters of the United States. By aligning federal jurisdiction with the Supreme Court's Sackett decision, this rule provides a practical framework that respects state authority while reducing unnecessary regulatory burdens. Our members need clear, consistent rules to plan and invest in conservation and infrastructure, and this proposal is a step in the right direction for both environmental stewardship and agricultural productivity," commented Daren Coppock, ARA's President and CEO.

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ARA Applauds the Department of the Interior on Potash and Phosphate Critical Minerals List Inclusion

Nov 06, 2025

The Agricultural Retailers Association (ARA) today thanks the U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) and DOI Secretary Doug Burgum for recognizing the importance of potash and phosphate by adding both to the nation's Critical Minerals List.

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Decoding Weather Patterns: What Every Agricultural Retailer Needs to Know

Oct 28, 2025

Weather dominates every conversation in agriculture—and for good reason. Behind what appears to be random chaos lies a surprisingly rhythmic system that can make or break your business decisions. At this year's conference, I will cut through the noise to deliver actionable insights about long-range weather outlooks that directly impact agricultural retail operations.

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Help Growers Look Beyond Yield Results to Navigate Challenging Markets

Oct 14, 2025

By integrating financial strategies with agronomic planning, ag retailers can provide growers with the tools they need to navigate challenging markets successfully.

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How to Optimize On-Farm Logistics and Implement Best Agronomic Practices to Simplify Nitrogen Management

How to Optimize On-Farm Logistics and Implement Best Agronomic Practices to Simplify Nitrogen Management

Oct 14, 2025

Protect Precious Nitrogen Investments with Tidal Grow® alignN® at the Right Place, Time, Rate, and Source

Every grower knows the frustration of investing in nitrogen only to lose a significant portion to runoff, translocation, and poor timing. With fertilizer costs high and commodity prices low, this waste is particularly challenging. It’s essential to apply nitrogen when and where crops need it most. This blog explores how traditional methods fall short and how Tidal Grow® alignN®, enables growers to enhance nutrient effectiveness, boost yield, and optimize nitrogen investments.

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