This year’s CAAR Conference features an in-depth look at the changing landscape of ag from the industry’s top experts. Exploring topics like customer loyalty and the changing agri-retail customer, The Communicator caught up with two of our conference speakers to give delegates a taste of what to expect at the conference.

A greater focus on soil and root health is driving growth in biologicals.

Autonomous tech has the potential to shape the future of ag.

This year's CAAR Conference features an exceptional lineup of speakers, all offering their own unique and knowledgeable insight into the changing ag sector. The Communicator spoke with two of our featured speakers to get a preview of what conference delegates can expect.

The Tradeshow has always been a hub of activity at the CAAR Conference and we are happy to report that all of this year's exhibition space sold out in record time!

While the three-day 2017 CAAR Conference is full of exciting presentations and engaging business opportunities, Banff, Alta., is also jam-packed with endless adventures.
Recognized as the 2015 Travellers’ Choice on Tripadvisor, Banff is known worldwide for its stunning vistas, gorgeous natural scenery and towering mountain peaks. Everywhere you turn there’s something to see in Banff.

Marketing products together can result in a program that’s bigger than the sum of its parts.

Four great plays to help you score at this season’s conferences.

Send the right message and grow your business at the next agriculture event.

Stay on top of trends and ahead of the curve at Canada's premiere agri-retail event.

Recruiting, mentorship and retention strategies help agri-retailers coax the very best from their workforce.

Corporate culture in Canadian agri-retail puts an emphasis on superb customer service, employee appreciation and creating a sense of belonging.

The Chairman's Award

What do you get when you mix a lifelong career in agriculture, a strong sense of community and an enthusiastic, infectiously positive personality?

Agri-Retailer of the Year Award
Award sponsored by Bayer CropScience Inc.

If you work for McEwen’s Fuels and Fertilizers, you’ll have ample opportunity to ask your customer about their spring season challenges – while you’re coaching their kid at hockey practice.

Agronomist of the Year
Award sponsored by J.R. Simplot Agribusiness

When it comes to crop diagnostics, Troy LaForge is willing to dig deep.

CAAR's Choice Retailer Hall of Fame

What is the secret to a long, productive career in agriculture that spans decades and fosters loyalty and lifelong friendships?

The 4R Nutrient Stewardship Agri-Retailer Award
Sponsored by Fertilizer Canada

Richardson Pioneer isn’t pulling any punches when it comes to taking a fully-formed approach to best agronomy practices.

CAAR’s 2016 Honour Roll showcases some of the best in agri-retail customer service and commitment.

The CAAR Conference is Feb. 16-18 in Saskatoon, Sask.

Canada’s agri-retail sector carries the weight of many responsibilities. The products you sell are the subject of myriad regulations, speculations and scrutiny. Your customers are – at once – innovative and pragmatic, and busy with their own mission of providing food for a growing population.

Saskatoon – also known as The City of Bridges – has something exciting and enjoyable to offer everyone, even in the middle of a Prairie winter.

Changes, accomplishments and new paths forged by your association

The past twelve months seen the Canadian Association of Agri-Retailers undergo many changes – some significant, and some just a part of the natural evolution of our changing industry.

What might a Liberal government mean for agri-retail?

The 2015 election was the most dramatic in recent memory, with no shortage of ambitious promises. It was Justin Trudeau’s message of change that swept the Liberal Party of Canada to power, and that message was not modest. With a raft of agenda items from Syrian Refugees, to the Paris climate summit and the fight against ISIS, many in our sector are left asking: “What’s next for Agriculture?”

The format for the CAAR Conference has evolved over the years.

When members faced challenges, CAAR was there to help.