Star of the West Launches Farmer-Focused Sustainability Program

Meet the eight ag retail leaders ushering in innovation, strategy, and change in a pivotal moment for the agriculture industry.

Kevin Malchine will transition from his current role as Chairman and President while continuing to serve the last year of his term on the Board of Directors.

Mike Twining, Vice President of Innovation for Willard Agri-Service, discusses AI, storytelling, advocacy, and ag retail’s rapidly changing future.

FS Agronomy Director Brendan Bachman of GROWMARK breaks down the operational reality behind scaling AI across one of North America’s largest cooperative systems.

Jeff Wessels discusses inventory planning, biologicals, targeted spraying, and practical ways ag retailers can create value amid market uncertainty.

GROWMARK expands Eastern Corn Belt footprint via Luckey Farmers partnership, strengthening ties and improving farmer access to inputs, energy, expertise.

Knifong will oversee all aspects of agronomy, including vendor-partner relationships, product portfolio management, procurement, sales, and business development.

Veteran ag retail leader brings operational expertise, precision agriculture experience, and cooperative leadership focus to GreenPoint Ag.

Interns were selected for placement in two different internship programs within the GROWMARK System.

Corey Yraguen, President of Tampa-based Precision Build, brings deep experience in creating, managing and building companies to the BRANDT board.

Carl Kessler, formerly of Syngenta Crop Protection, has been named VP, BRANDT Agronomic Services, effective July 1.

Marion Ag Service marks 50 years, celebrating legacy, community roots, and continued commitment to trusted, grower-focused agricultural service excellence.

The addition of the cooperative expands GROWMARK’s FS network to deliver enhanced products, expertise, and support to Midwest growers.

Doug Grott returns to Marion Ag with more than 20 years of experience in agricultural retail and business development.

Discover how the top ag retailers built massive facility networks driving logistics, agronomy support, and service capacity — then explore the slideshow of the top 11.

The crop protection products category was relatively flat in 2025 but did see some progress in a few segments.

The agricultural giant is reshaping sales leadership to seize market advantages and fuel what’s next. Get to know Chris Reynolds in this CropLife exclusive.

The appointment follows a planned leadership transition as Jeff Tarsi steps into an advisory role.