About
Mission
The purpose of the Rocky Mountain Agribusiness Association is to promote and enhance the agribusiness industries in Colorado and adjoining states.
About RMAA
Rocky Mountain Agribusiness Association is a champion for the agribusiness industry and its leaders. We support and promote a diverse base of agricultural industries including chemical and fertilizer companies, grain and feed producers and agricultural workers across the Rocky Mountain region. RMAA is broader than agriculture itself, looking beyond business to support and promote environmental concerns, water conservation, industry safety, agricultural practices, crop management, and industry sustainability.
With more than 350 members and 150 businesses regionally, RMAA serves as a leader and advocate for agribusiness. With the combined industry knowledge of grain and feed with chemical and fertilizer, RMAA serves as a deep resource for agribusiness trends, emerging issues and industry vision.
The Rocky Mountain Agribusiness Association is a combination of the Colorado Agricultural Chemicals Association and the Rocky Mountain Plant Food Association. The two associations were merged in the late '80s to better serve their members. In January of 2006, the Rocky Mountain Agri-Business Association and the Colorado Grain and Feed Association merged and became the Rocky Mountain Agribusiness Association.
Partners
Agricultural Retailers Association
The Agricultural Retailers Association (ARA) advocates, influences and educates on behalf of its members – retailers and distributors who supply goods and services to America’s farmers and ranchers. ARA works to maintain a profitable business environment for ag retailers, while helping them adapt to a changing world and preserving their freedom to operate.
As the political voice for agricultural retailers and distributors, ARA educates legislators, collaborates with regulatory officials and offers programs and services to keep agricultural retailers on top of critical issues impacting profitability. The landscape of crop input practices, technology developments and government regulations is constantly changing. Staying informed means staying ahead, and no national organization helps the retail distribution industry more than ARA.
Bowditch & Cassell Public Affairs
Bowditch & Cassell Public Affairs is a full-service government relations firm located in Denver, Colorado. We provide professional government relations in a variety of areas including education, housing, human services, local government, agriculture, economic development, insurance, and more. Our lobbyists are at the Capitol all day, every day the legislature is in session, continuing to build sound partnerships and extensive knowledge of the legislative process. We take great pride in our integrity, accountability, and professionalism in representing our clients. We enjoy an excellent reputation at the Capitol with legislators, fellow lobbyists, the executive branch, and legislative staff because of our honesty, integrity, strong work ethic, and professionalism.
At Bowditch & Cassell Public Affairs, we take pride in our long-standing relationships with clients based on the cornerstone of our organization - integrity. Absolute integrity in our dealings with clients, elected and appointed officials, staff and other professionals is the way we feel we can most effectively serve our clients. We offer a full range of consulting, monitoring and lobbying services to a variety of interests including education, higher education, housing, human services, local government, agriculture, economic development, insurance, and more. We believe in frequent and open communication with our clients and collaborative strategic planning. As the business of government relations has evolved, so have we. We are always available to our clients and are truly a "24/7" organization. We have a proven record of success that comes as a direct result of thorough planning, coalition building, negotiation, and respect and trust gained through many years of working with legislators and stakeholders. We work closely with various businesses, local governments, trade associations, and public entities to achieve the desired goals of our clients. We will provide you with the contacts and services you need!
Colorado Department of Agriculture
The mission of the Department of Agriculture is to strengthen and advance Colorado agriculture; promote a safe and high-quality food supply; protect consumers; and foster responsible stewardship of the environment and natural resources..
Our vision is that Colorado agriculture be strong and vibrant, a key driver of the state’s economy, and recognized worldwide for its safe and abundant supply of high-quality food and agriculture products.
Colorado Livestock Association
Colorado Livestock Association (CLA) was formed in 1998 through a restructuring of the then 43 year old Colorado Cattle Feeders Association (CCFA). CLA members are cattle and sheep feeders, cow/calf producers, dairy farmers, swine operations, and industry partners. CLA works on behalf of its members in the regulatory and legislative arenas in Colorado.
CropLife America
CropLife America (CLA) is the national trade association that represents the manufacturers, formulators and distributors of pesticides. CLA’s member companies produce, sell and distribute virtually all the crop protection and biotechnology products used by farmers, ranchers and landowners. CLA advocates for and promotes the responsible use of innovative, safe and environmentally sound crop protection products (including herbicides, fungicides and insecticides) that are essential in the production of food, fiber and renewable or alternative fuels. Our vision is to increase awareness and advance policy that highlights the vital role of pesticides in protecting public health; enhancing our environment and biodiversity; and meeting the food and nutritional needs of billions of individuals. The association is governed by a board of directors that guides and defines strategic activities to reach our overarching goal: supporting farmers and ranchers, families, wildlife and the vital resources that we all share.
Mid America CropLife Association
The Mid America CropLife Association (MACA) is a nonprofit association that researched public issues related to crop production issues and works together to improve the life cycle via health, safety and education. MACA is an association of crop protection companies which provides educational opportunities and info on industry issues, promotes uniformity of industry standards and regulations, offers a forum for idea exchange on crop production issues and provide opportunities to network. MACA was incorporated in 1967 and covers the 13 Midwestern states.
National Grain & Feed Association
The National Grain and Feed Association represents and provides services for grain, feed and related commercial businesses. Consisting of more than 1,000 companies, NGFA members handle more than 70 percent of all U.S. grains and oilseeds utilized in domestic and export markets. NGFA is focused on enhancing the growth and economic performance of U.S. agriculture.
Nutrients for Life Foundation
The Nutrients for Life Foundation is a global organization consisting of members and collaborative partners that develops and distributes science-based materials to improve plant nutrient literacy, soil health knowledge and promotes fertilizer’s role in sustaining a growing population. Plant nutrients, especially nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium, are also required to keep our parks, gardens, playgrounds, sports fields and golf courses green and healthy in communities from coast to coast.
All information developed by our Foundation is science-based and supported by agronomists, including those at the International Plant Nutrition Institute. Our supplemental educational materials are based on our curriculum which has been reviewed by the Smithsonian Institution, the world’s largest museum complex and research organization.
The Fertilizer Institute
TFI is the leading voice of the fertilizer industry, acting as an advocate for fair regulation and legislation, a consistent source for trusted information and data, a networking agent, and an outlet to publicize industry initiatives in safety and environmental stewardship. Our Mission is to represent, promote and protect the fertilizer industry through the following strategic initiatives:
• To foster a prosperous fertilizer industry through legislative and regulatory activities at the federal, state and local level
• To effectively address issues impacting TFI member companies
• To share knowledge about the fertilizer industry with members, government and the agriculture industry on issues related to fertilizer and the farm economy
Board of Directors
President
Ginger Davidson
Simplot Growers Solutions
Vice President
Joe Rasnic
CNI
Treasurer
Larri Tappy
CoBank
Past President - Ex Officio
Eric Hinton
Monte Vista Cooperative
Director
Taylor Brenner
Stratton Equity Coop
Director
Mike Dodge
Van Diest Supply Company
Director
James Harp
BASF
Director
Morgan Kenney
Anton Cooperative Association
Executive Director
Gary Leeper
RMAA
Want to learn more about us? Check out our latest bylaws!
Board Nomination Form
Nomination Area For RMAA Board Of Directors
Currently, we do not have any positions available on the board, Nominations will open for the 2025 Board of Directors positions will open later this year.
Committees
Get Involved in your association by joining a committee!
Legislative/Regulatory Committee - Monitors legal industry issues and recommends a course of action for the association.
Membership Committee - Actively recruits new members by familiarizing prospects with the benefits of RMAA membership.
Annual Winter Meeting Committee - Make arrangements and preparations regarding the Annual Convention and Trade Show in January.
Annual Fall Meeting Committee - Plans the Fall Meeting in Keystone; as well as the golf and fishing tournament.
Scholarship/Awards Committee - Selects deserving Colorado high school Seniors and college-aged students of RMAA members to receive annual scholarships and actively recruits scholarship contributions from RMAA members.
Public Relations/Communication Committee - Create ideas and or programs that are designed to enhance all communications opportunities to the RMAA membership and non-ag public.