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January 10, 2013
Kevin Johnson has joined the Illinois Fertilizer & Chemical Association as director of government and industry relations, effective January 16.
January 2, 2013
The industry's collective input on state and regional water rules can make a significant difference in how nutrient management regulations are written and adopted.  
January 2, 2013
While increased regulatory activity that often comes from a second-term administration is likely on the way, industry associations may provide refuge for ag retailers.
January 2, 2013
With the fiscal cliff crisis averted and a 2008 farm bill extension passed, American Soybean Association (ASA) President Danny Murphy calls on Congress to get serious about a new farm bill.  
January 2, 2013
There are plenty of issues on CropLife America’s plate as the industry heads into a new year.
January 2, 2013
The Agricultural Retailers Association is keeping a close eye on several key legislative issues this year, including the Farm Bill, water quality and taxes.
January 2, 2013
Much like the weather, the direction of ag policy in 2013 sets up to be unpredictable with issues such as fertilizer transportation and water quality at the forefront.
November 26, 2012
An Ohio State University farm policy expert argues that the current debate over the fiscal cliff is intertwined with the ongoing discussion over the farm bill.
November 16, 2012
EPA, citing a belief that its renewable-fuel standard will not cause economic harm, decides to move forward with a mandate for corn ethanol in gasoline.
November 16, 2012
U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack is pleading with members of Congress to pass a reform-minded farm bill in time for the 2013 harvest.
November 9, 2012
A coalition promoting U.S. agricultural exports has issued a statement strongly urging House of Representatives to take action on a new five-year Farm Bill.
October 17, 2012
The Agricultural Retailers Association (ARA) has been made aware of two issues involving the new regulations for transportation under the agricultural hours of service exemption.
October 1, 2012
USDA Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack expresses his dismay with the current state of the 2012 Farm Bill, which Congress has not passed prior to leaving for recess.
September 28, 2012
With the 2008 Farm Bill set to expire on Sunday, the next chance for Congress to pass a new Farm Bill is the upcoming lame duck session. 
September 26, 2012
Agreement cites agriculture as a primary source of chemicals of concern in the waters of the Great Lakes, establishes individual load levels and sets stage for added EPA regulation.
September 25, 2012
President Obama reiterates commitment to "strengthening the farm safety net," while Republican nominee Mitt Romney calls for relief from "hefty environmental regulations."
September 24, 2012
As Congress departs Washington, DC, for the presidential election recess, several farm groups have voiced their displeasure with lawmakers not passing a 2012 Farm Bill.  
September 12, 2012
Three agricultural economists argue that the 2012 Farm Bill as currently written could cost taxpayers over $20 billion.
September 11, 2012
EPA's FIFRA Scientific Advisory Board will review a proposed process for evaluating potential risks to pollinators associated with the use of crop protection products.
September 10, 2012
Over a dozen national farm groups are urging Senate leaders to refrain from supporting the recently House-passed disaster bill that they say would "do more harm than good."
State of the Industry
Top Trends 5 Major Concerns

5 Major Concerns For Ag Retailers In 2013

In this episode of Top Trends, CropLife Group Editor Paul Schrimpf talks about some of the key issues impacting ag retailers in 2013, including Monsanto’s new Integrated Farming Systems program, weed resistance, and regulation worries. Watch now >>

Company Profile
At Asmus Farm Supply, although crop protection products have helped build the company into a major ag retailer, industry know-how has been the real dr... Read more