CropLife Retail Week: MAGIE Show Highlights and Potential Retail Consolidation

On-site highlights from MAGIE 2025 including attendance trends, air spreaders drawing crowds, and the latest equipment and smart technologies from See & Spray to drones and more.

CropLife America is seizing the moment to lead boldly, championing the contributions of members and amplifying the voice of modern ag chemistry.

Building on established market penetration in 23 countries — including the U.S., Brazil, India, and China — Groundwork BioAg aims to deepen its global market share.

The CPDA-CLA joint meeting takes their partnership to a whole new level, says CPDA CEO Terry Kippley.

The potential Union Pacific–Norfolk Southern merger could reshape U.S. grain shipping — but what does it mean for farmers, pricing, and service? We break down the latest on the merger, industry concerns, and key insights from the Purdue CME Ag Economy Barometer.

New 300-ton GSI blend tower and advanced logistics system boost efficiency, customization and service for local growers.

Indiana Soybean Alliance, Indiana Corn Marketing Council double their impact with matching funds during $100k in 100 days campaign.

Through this collaboration, Midwest Labs will offer Biome Makers’ BeCrop Test, bringing a new layer of biological soil intelligence to growers across the U.S.

Marks fifth consecutive year of improvement in EcoVadis rating, ranking in the top 23% of the Manufacture of Pesticides and Other Agrochemical Products industry.

All methomyl products are RUPs and may only be applied by certified applicators.

With nearly three decades of experience in precision ag, global sales and product development, Brian Sorbe brings a wealth of expertise to this pivotal role.

Rusty Rumley,, senior staff attorney at the National Agricultural Law Center, will provide an update on the bill for attendees.

Discover how AI is transforming uncertainty into opportunity — empowering ag leaders to build resilience, optimize risk, and shape tomorrow’s food system.

Even as harvest nears, aircraft hum overhead — learn how aerial applicators are seeding cover crops to restore soil health.

From AI-powered irrigation to scalable smart tech, Netafim’s Mike Hemman dives deep into how growers and retailers can make better decisions and boost ROI.

Renovation include adding a new rail loadout facility, constructing 1.5 million bushels of additional storage capacity, and adding two new dump pits.

Brad Burkhart of Corteva joins CropLife Retail Week to break down what growers, retailers, and the ag industry can expect for 2025 and beyond.

Drawing from decades of AEA’s regenerative growing expertise, FieldLark AI is free and delivers real-time, data-informed crop guidance.