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ARA Applauds Senate Agriculture Committee Passage of Multi-Year Farm Bill
“We appreciate Chairman Boozman and committee members for recognizing the unique role of retailers and other agricultural businesses in the Senate’s Farm Bill, and we are committed to working with Congress and the Administration to get this bill signed into law,” said ARA President and CEO Daren Coppock.
September 16, 2026 04:44 PM
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Rep. Jim Costa Visits ARA Member Facility Nutrien Ag Solutions
“Agriculture is the backbone of the Central Valley, and our growers depend on a strong network of agricultural retailers to keep their operations productive and competitive,” said Congressman Costa.
August 21, 2026 09:50 AM
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Rep. Mike Bost Tours ARA Member Facility Wabash Valley Service Co.
“Firsthand visits like this help members of Congress understand what ag retail actually looks like on the ground,” said Hunter Carpenter, ARA Senior Director of Government Affairs.
August 14, 2026 10:07 AM
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From Congress to the Court, ARA Is in the Fight for Ag Retail
With decisions being made that shape ag retailers’ business, here’s how ARA has recently made an impact advocating for their freedom to operate.
August 11, 2026 04:31 PM
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ARA Urges Congress to Complete USDA Fertilizer Market Study Before Establishing New Reporting Mandate
“ARA supports transparency in fertilizer markets, but Congress should first allow the USDA to complete the comprehensive market study outlined in Section 12302 before creating a permanent federal reporting program,” said Daren Coppock, ARA President and CEO.
August 06, 2026 08:20 AM
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ARA Rising Stars attend the ARA Conference & Expo at a reduced rate where they will learn new skills to apply and expand their network among the top leaders in ag retail.
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ARA Rising Stars Award Program Nominations Open
Recognized in front of hundreds of professionals, nominees will have networking opportunities and explore new ways to hone their leadership skills.
August 03, 2026 02:44 PM
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ARA Endorses Securing Agriculture’s Workforce Act
SAWA contains several reforms long supported by ARA, including streamlining the H-2A application process, providing greater flexibility for year-round agricultural employment, improving worker portability, and modernizing wage requirements.
July 01, 2026 01:51 PM
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ARA Commends EPA for Advancing Long-Delayed Crop Protection Registrations
“We appreciate the EPA completing its science-based reviews of new pesticides and advancing their registrations,” said Richard Gupton, ARA SVP of Public Policy & Counsel.

June 30, 2026 03:42 PM
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Farm Bill Progress Made, While Some Work Remains
The House has passed the most significant legislative milestone for the farm bill this Congress, signaling that Washington is finally moving on the policies the agriculture retail industry has championed for years.
June 03, 2026 10:23 AM
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So much in agriculture is changing—from regulations to developing technology to new crop input practices.
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ARA Opens Registration for 2026 ARA Conference & Expo in Austin, Texas
The conference will center on the theme Amplifying Ag Retail: Tech, Trade, & Transformation.
June 01, 2026 05:22 PM
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