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ARA Applauds Senate Agriculture Committee Release of Farm Bill Text
Jun 23, 2026
ARA today applauded Senate Agriculture Committee Chairman John Boozman's (R-Ark.) release of the Senate Farm Bill text, a significant step forward in the effort to deliver a new Farm Bill for America's farmers, ag retailers, and rural communities.
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ARA Rising Stars Award Program Nominations Open
Aug 04, 2025
The Agricultural Retailers Association (ARA) today launched the 2025 Rising Stars award program, which is sponsored by Atticus. The Rising Stars program is a meaningful way for ARA member companies to recognize employees for their work in front of hundreds of industry professionals at the annual ARA Conference & Expo and to explore new ways to hone their leadership skills.
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Artificial Intelligence in Agriculture Helps Retailers Improve Agronomist Efficiency
Jul 29, 2025
Are you looking to increase agronomist efficiency and accuracy? Explore how the power of artificial intelligence (AI) in agriculture empowers you to scout more acres and deliver more precise prescriptions, resulting in increased farmer satisfaction.
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Artificial Intelligence in Agriculture Helps Retailers Reduce Churn and Improve Back-Office Efficiency
Jul 24, 2025
Are you looking to minimize customer turnover and increase back-office efficiency? Examine how the power of artificial intelligence (AI) in agriculture empowers ag retailers to utilize existing customer data to tackle today’s most pressing challenges head-on.
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Rep. Van Orden Tours ARA Member Facility Van Diest Supply Co.
Jul 21, 2025
SPARTA, Wis – U.S. Representative Derrick Van Orden (R-Wis.) recently toured Van Diest Supply Company’s facility in Sparta, Wisconsin, as part of the Agricultural Retailers Association’s (ARA) coordination of congressional facility visits for ARA members during congressional recess periods.
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ARA Policy Priorities Included in Budget Reconciliation
Jul 03, 2025
Some of the Agricultural Retailers Association's (ARA) key policy priorities were included in the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) Act, which passed both chambers of Congress.
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ARA Announces Alex Enlow as Director of Communications and Member Experience
Jun 26, 2025
The Agricultural Retailers Association (ARA) recently announced that Alex Enlow has joined ARA as the new Director of Communications and Member Experience.
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Special Offer for ARA Members: $100 Off! | Join us at Tech Hub LIVE Conference and Expo !
Jun 09, 2025
ARA is excited to announce their 5th year as a Supporting Organization for the Tech Hub LIVE Conference and Expo taking place July 21-23 in Des Moines, Iowa. As a Supporting Organization, all ARA Retailer Members receive $100 off registration! Click here to register and select the ARA Retailer Member category upon check out.
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ARA 2025 Summer Intern
Jun 09, 2025
Hi, everyone! My name is Everett Carlson, and I am excited to introduce myself as the Agricultural Retailers Association’s 2025 summer intern!
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Senate Passes Joint Resolutions Overturning California’s EV Mandate Waiver; Awaits President’s Signature
May 23, 2025
The Agricultural Retailers Association (ARA) commends the Senate for its recent passage of joint resolutions of disapproval (H.J. Res. 87, H.J. Res. 88, H.J. Res. 89), which overturn the California electric vehicle mandate waiver approved by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
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ARA Denounces Anti-Science Pesticide Claims in MAHA Report, Warns of Potential Threats to Food Security
May 22, 2025
The Agricultural Retailers Association (ARA) expresses deep concerns regarding comments on pesticide safety in the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) report, which was released today. While the importance of evaluating agricultural practices is undeniable, the report’s conclusions contradict longstanding scientific research and fail to acknowledge the critical role pesticides play in ensuring food security and public health.
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