When Chinese Suppliers Move Closer to the Grower: What It Means for U.S. Ag Retailers

Agriculture has notched some wins recently, but the pressure from industry critics won’t go away any soon.

As technology reshapes agriculture, retailers must rethink customer needs, strengthen relationships, and identify services growers will continue to value.

From conservation services to carbon markets, leading retailers are finding new ways to create value for growers while advancing environmental goals.

CropLife Editor Eric Sfiligoj and ARA CEO Daren Coppock unpack Farm Bill uncertainty, SNAP battles, year-end prospects, and year-round E15 priorities.

IFPRI research fellow emeritus honored for more than four decades of analysis and communication on agricultural markets, trade and food security.

Is your sales team getting ahead of next season? Learn how early conversations can strengthen planning and customer relationships.

Discover how ag retailers can turn prepay conversations into stronger relationships, smarter planning, and year-round customer engagement.

The selected students will attend the 2026 AgGateway Annual Meeting and Conference in Nashville in November.

Retailers are investing in automation, logistics, customization, and resilience to strengthen operations, improve service, and position for long-term growth.

Eric Sfiligoj and Amy Asmus explore diesel spikes, fuel tax holidays, ag retailer business shifts, and rising future value.

Agricultural stakeholders explore practical conservation, technology, and pest-management strategies to support productive farms and species protection.

China’s soybean buying commitments offer U.S. farmers greater market certainty, despite tariffs continuing to limit private importer access.

SARE’s newest handbook helps farmers and advisors improve their understanding of how cover crops can fit into their operations.

Growers Edge’s 2027 program earns strong retailer support, with 94% renewing from last year amid continued financial pressures.

In 2025, ADM’s regenerative ag programs engaged more than 56,000 farmers across approximately 4.6 million acres, 11 countries, and 10 crops.

Eric Sfiligoj recaps key insights from the 2026 Mid America CropLife Association Annual Meeting and looks at the five equipment and application finalists competing for this year’s CropLife IRON Product of the Year award.

The report showcases the company’s progress in responsible growth, governance, employee well-being, environmental stewardship, and sustainable product development.

MACA celebrates top industry contributors, educational leaders, and new board leadership shaping agriculture’s future across the Midwest.