Ag Retailers Association
AgDay’s Clinton Griffiths hosted a forum with representatives from both presidential campaigns.
Coronavirus restrictions have forced the American Farm Bureau Federation to switch to an all virtual format for their 2021 convention in January.
The polls showing a “Blue Wave” seemed to have crashed into a “Red Dam.” It also shows most political pollsters are less accurate than the local weatherman.
On Thursday, October 29, EPA Administrator Andrew Wheeler announced a finalized update to requirements for the pesticide application exclusion zone (AEZ.)
Even with a divided Congress, there are some issues Karla Thieman from the Russell Group thinks can still be worked through in the next Congress, but one of the biggest hurdles will be crafting a the next farm bill.
With just days remaining in the 2020 presidential campaign, farmers and ranchers responding to the Farm Journal Pulse continue to show a strong preference for retaining President Donald Trump.
A key ag policy strategist says that rural voters reversed the 2018 “blue wave.”
U.S. President-elect Joe Biden plans to nominate former Iowa Governor Tom Vilsack for agriculture secretary, according to two sources familiar with the decision.
As agriculture awaits confirmation Joe Biden will tap Tom Vilsack as the next Secretary of Agriculture, Washington insiders say Vilsack is a known entity, which would be a positive for U.S. farmers and ranchers.
“His leadership inspired leadership,” said Jean Payne, president of the Illinois Fertilizer & Chemical Association as she reflected on working with Ford West on the Asmark board.
With only 12 days until the Biden presidential inauguration, optimism is sprouting from some agricultural groups, with leaders saying the Biden Administration is taking an extremely proactive approach to agriculture.
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With spring comes a renewed excitement for many—or a busy planting season as an ag retailer working tirelessly as the farmer’s trusted adviser.
ARA’s comments focused on the areas that have been identified by its members as priority issues
“I’m hopeful, based on Administrator Regan’s track record and statements, that science will rule the day as EPA reviews this rule,” says ARA’s Daren Coppock.
The Agricultural Retailers Association (ARA) Conference & Expo is the premier event for agricultural retailers, distributors and suppliers.
“The Seasonal Ag CDL program is critical to ensure ag retailers are able to provide the level of service its farmer customers require at peak times,” says ARA’s Richard Gupton.
“Infrastructure has really taken the front burner here lately,” says Hunter Carpenter with Ag Retailers Association. “Infrastructure week has turned into the infrastructure quarter.”
The Agricultural Retailers Association (ARA) announced today several promotions effective July 1, 2021, to recognize the ongoing efforts of several staff members.
Organizations representing rural businesses say the Biden Administration’s COVID-19 vaccine mandate is not the tool needed to promote more vaccinations and could be damaging to the ag supply chain.
ARA supported the bipartisan infrastructure bill for two reasons: (1) it is bipartisan, and (2) it goes directly to physical infrastructure investments that improve U.S. transportation competitiveness.
ARA sent a letter in September to President Biden opposing the employer-enforced vaccine mandate requirement because of its likely impact on already-tight employment situations for ag employers.
ARA chair Rod Wells: “I am confident that mitigating supply chain disruptions in our industry and working to lessen regulatory burdens that hinder production, will significantly contribute to a burgeoning economy.”
“ARA is extremely disappointed in the decision to revoke all tolerances for chlorpyrifos. This product has been an essential tool for growers...” says ARA’s Daren Coppock.
ARA has put together an engaging agenda with very timely topics—for example, the workshop, “Ransom Attack: Could You Be Next?”
The Agricultural Retailers Association (ARA) supports the Dec. 8 vote by the U.S. Senate to nullify the Biden administration’s vaccine mandate.
Lawmakers may have left town, but centrist Sen. Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) left no doubt that he cannot support President Biden’s $1.75 trillion social and climate spending plan, imperiling the president’s agenda.
Valley Ag has grown its footprint and influence in the Pacific Northwest
COVID-19-related legislation continues to run the gavel, while rural America urges Congress to deliver on its economic relief promises. Here are three issues to watch.
The AFBF suggests EPA halt their plan to rewrite WOTUS until it has more guidance in deciding which waters are categorized under the federal jurisdiction.