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The Communicator

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Increasing your company’s brand reputation

A well-thought-out brand marketing campaign will help you grow and promote your brand.

CN expands its central US reach

Canadian National has agreed to purchase the agricultural Iowa Northern Railway.

The world is not enough

Wanting to do their part in reducing global GHG emissions, Canadian farmers still can’t catch a break from federal tax fees. But what’s going on around the world?

5 agricultural technology trends to watch in 2024

As more Canadian farmers are accepting of new technologies over ye olde tried and true, look at some ways more AgTech can improve the sector’s lot.

Views, Considerations & Unknowns for 2024

With 2024 upon us, the agriculture trade show and seminar season is now in full swing.

The current state of global agricultural testing

Using just-in-time technology to thwart the spread of pathogenic disease in ag.

Show your mature workforce the love they deserve

Learn how the top employers support the ever-evolving needs of their employees through their changing career phases.

The world of seed technology: things to know for 2024

With science changing along with the seasons, we look at the world of seed technology, offering a forecast.

Details: Issue: December 2017

Editor's Message

The value of Canada’s agri-retailers has never been more evident. It’s truly an exciting time to be a part of this industry and all of us at CAAR are looking forward to what the new year will bring.

Our team is most excited about the 2018 CAAR Conference, taking place from Feb. 13-15, 2018 in Saskatoon, Sask. It’s an incredible opportunity for both CAAR members and non-members to come together in the heart of the Prairies and celebrate our ever-evolving industry.

The CAAR Conference highlights agri-retailers like no other conference can. By focusing on the business of agri-retail, the conference planning committee has cultivated a speaker program that directly dives into the needs of agri-retailers and what your grower customers need to know. With more than 50 exhibiting companies expected, the tradeshow floor will be packed with suppliers looking to answer your questions and solve your problems. For more information on the CAAR Conference, turn to page 8 for a preview, or visit caar.org for complete details.

CAAR’s network continues to grow and The Communicator team was excited to connect with AgLink Canada for this issue. Visit page 12 to learn more about their newly-formed partnership amongst independent agri-retails and their commitment to CAAR.

That word ‘commitment’ reminds me of the commitment of this magazine to bring you the stories of the successes, challenges and advancements of this industry. That’s a pledge you can help us fulfill.

Lend us your voice and share your input so we can better tell your stories. If you have ideas for the content you’d like to see in the pages of a future issue, or a story or issue you think your fellow members need to know about, please reach out to me. The Communicator is truly your magazine, and we look forward to bringing you more agri-retail-focused content in the new year.

Best wishes for a safe and happy holiday season,

Lynda Nicol
Editor-in-chief

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