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From Compliance to Liability: How Court Decisions Threaten America’s Agricultural Supply Chain
In this OpEd, Daren Coppock, president and CEO of the Agricultural Retailers Associations says “preserving uniform federal labeling protects everyone who depends on the food system—and that means all of us.”
April 21, 2026 09:33 AM
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ARA Vice Chair Mike Twining Advocates for Ag Retailers at Congressional Roundtable
“When farmers struggle, independent ag retailers like our business feel it immediately,” Mike Twining shared.
April 17, 2026 10:06 AM
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Retail Industry
ARA Members Engage D.C. Policymakers on Ag Retail Issues
ARA’s annual fly-in connects congressional members with ag retailers from their districts, giving them the opportunity to hear directly from ARA members about the issues.
April 03, 2026 11:39 AM
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Strengthen U.S. Agriculture, Support Innovation, and Advance Supply Chain Resilience: ARA’s Policy Priorities
“ARA’s 2026 policy priorities are built to safeguard the tools, technologies, and regulatory certainty that agricultural retailers and their farmer customers rely on every single day,” said Richard Gupton, ARA’s Senior Vice President of Public Policy.
March 16, 2026 12:05 PM
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Retail Industry
ARA Honors Senator Crapo with Legislator of the Year Award
“Chairman Crapo’s leadership, including his work to extend critical Farm Bill provisions, provided much-needed stability and continuity for farmers and the broader agricultural supply chain,” said ARA President and CEO Daren Coppock.
March 09, 2026 03:12 PM
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ARA Applauds House Ag Committee Passage of the Farm Bill
ARA points to the legislation’s provisions for farm safety net and risk management tools, conservation and research, and trade and rural development.

March 05, 2026 09:04 AM
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ARA 2025 Jack Eberspacher Lifetime Achievement Award — Ulrich (Bob) Trogele
Retail Industry
Lifetime Achievement Award Winner Explains the Value of ARA
Ulrich “Bob” Trogele advises ag retailers to embrace technology and to get involved in ARA, where industry experts foster business relationships and exchange valuable insights.
February 24, 2026 07:00 AM
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ARA’s Statement on White House Executive Order Addressing Agricultural Input Supply Chains
“As implementation moves forward, it is important that federal actions reflect real world supply chain dynamics,” Daren Coppock said. “Agricultural retailers are prepared to work with USDA and other federal partners to ensure existing distribution channels continue to serve farmers efficiently.”
February 19, 2026 10:31 AM
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Retail Industry
Elevating Peak Performance: Inside ARA’s 2025 Conference and Expo
The annual event helped equip retailers to thrive amid challenges, showcased industry highlights and celebrated the best in business with awards.
January 09, 2026 11:41 AM
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ARA & CCAs Express Strong Support for USDA’s Regenerative Agriculture Initiative
“ARA stands ready to collaborate with USDA, NRCS, and all agricultural partners to ensure the Regenerative Pilot Program strengthens producer profitability, enhances natural resources, and supports a resilient food and fiber system for generations to come,” said Hunter Carpenter, ARA’s Senior Director of Public Policy.
December 12, 2025 04:53 PM
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