In case you've missed it, below is a roundup of our most read items on rurallifestyledealer.com during the past month. Top of the list for September was our Create a High Performance Dealership with Bob Clements article which offers advice on how your parts department can create a lasting first impression for your dealership.

Bass Pro Shops has about 99 stores and Cabela's has about 85 stores. The deal, valued at $5.5 billion, is expected to be approved in the first half of 2017.

Petsense operates 136 stores in 25 states. Tractor Supply plans to grow the Petsense store base by 15%-20% annually and will convert its two existing HomeTown Pet stores to Petsense stores.

The new organization will provide a voice for organic farmers on policy issues, help organic farmers network and share information, and serve as a resource center.

A full video series of the best-of-the-best ideas from the 2016 recipient is made possible through Machinery Pete’s support and sponsorship.

Juan Torres, Next Step Solutions, East Haven, Conn., serves as the association's president.

USDA provides an update on major economic indicators, including population and employment trends.

In case you've missed it, below is a roundup of our most read items on rurallifestyledealer.com during the past month. Top of the list for August was our Big Picture article which share tips on how to see if you’ve fallen into the rut of some of the 12 habits of bad leaders.

The national rental company is adding equipment from Genie, Gehl, Toro and AUSA.