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ATS Seed team on hand to help
Only seven years after it was created, ATS Seed has evolved into a valuable resource for ATS members wanting to optimise their crop and grass returns, often literally from the seed to the silo. Now headed by Craig Rodgers, the ATS Seed team draws on a deep level of cropping knowledge in its team who span the arable, seed, feed and grass species that all make up the varied farming landscape of Canterbury. Craig is backed up by Bob O’Reilly, seed sales and John Scott, grain and seed co-ordinator. The two bring many years of collective experience to their roles, reinforcing ATS Seed’s position as a truly independent supplier capable of delivering the best advice, seeds and treatments to match their farm’s unique needs. Out in the field ATS Seed are supported by two highly capable Arable and Pastoral Representatives, Steve Lawson and James Gunson. James covers the region north of the Ashburton River, and Steve oversees members to the south. As a Lincoln graduate in Agricultural Science, James has returned back to Canterbury and
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enjoys being back on the Plains offering constructive, workable advice to ATS shareholders. Steve’s experience includes eight years with an agri-chemical company in Zimbabwe, and time spent growing crops near Swaziland. He may also be known to ATS members for his efforts organising members trips back to his homeland to visit farms and croppers there. Steve and James are here to help advise members on their cropping needs, delivering not only the right seed and crop treatments, but advice that is timely and effective in dealing with the inevitable challenges cropping presents. The ATS Seed team with five knowledgeable staff is keen to make members more aware of the value ATS Seed brings to their farming operation, not only in the form of excellent price points for quality seed, but the knowledge to back it up to ensure members get the most out of their valuable investment. ATS Seed Sales Manager Craig Rodgers has been in his position since the start of February,
and has reconnected with his seed industry past. After a decade with PGG he spent 16 years with Anchormart and RD1 retail outlets. With the coming planting season, Craig is excited by prospects and potential he sees within ATS Seed. He believes it is an exciting time to be heading up the seed division, as farmers look harder than ever at pasture for a low cost feed input, and new varieties and hybrids continue to hit the market at a rapid rate. “The slide in the dairy payout has been tough, but it has also focused farmers’ minds on where their most efficient, cheap feed source is, and that’s pasture.” He sees significant upside in farmers focussing on re-grassing in the most productive, persistent cultivars available, and ATS Seed’s ability to offer some straight up, unbiased and well-founded advice on what choices are the best. Contact ATS Seed today on 0800 BUY ATS (289 287) and see how the team can help and advise you on all your cropping needs.
ASHBURTON
METHVEN
RAKAIA
HEAD OFFICE
FRONT COVER
97 Burnett St Tel: 03 307 5100 Fax: 03 307 6723 ashburton@ats.co.nz
88 Main St Tel: 03 303 2020 Fax: 03 302 8184 methven@ats.co.nz
68 Elizabeth Ave Tel: 03 303 5440 Fax: 03 303 5430 rakaia@ats.co.nz
PO Box 131, Ashburton Tel: 03 307 5100 Fax: 03 307 6721 ats@ats.co.nz www.ats.co.nz
Gavin Lill (left) and Sam Boal (right) from ATS Methven. ATS has all your fencing needs, so come in and see the team today at your local store.
DISCLAIMER: All prices are ATS Members’ prices, including GST, and are valid until 30 April 2016 unless otherwise stated or while stocks last. E&OE. All information contained within the In Season is to the best of the author’s knowledge true and accurate. Opinions expressed are those of the author and not of Ashburton Trading Society. Items herein are general comments only and do not constitute or convey advice. This publication is issued as a helpful guide to members.
News from ATS On farm Bulk fuel delivery On farm delivery of fuel can save you time and money, and with Ruralco you can: • Save up to 20¢* per litre of fuel; • Have the convenience of fuel delivered to where you need it; • Choose your provider either Allied Petroleum nationwide or NPD (Nelson Petroleum Distributors Ltd) South Island wide; • Have all purchases listed on your monthly Ruralco account. To set up bulk fuel deliveries to your business, contact Ruralco on 0800 RURALNZ (787 256) and quote your Ruralco number. This can be found on the bottom right corner of your Ruralco Card. *No volume limits. Discount as at 1 April 2016. Discounts are GST inclusive and may vary depending on pump pricing conditions apply. Refer to the Ruralco website for latest pricing, updated weekly.
Are you paying too much for your electricity? Do you want to know about LPG? Need help understanding your energy bills? ATS Energy is a specialist service which can provide you with the answers you need for your farming operation. We can provide a free, no obligation comparison from our energy partners so you can see if there are any potential savings to be had for your home or farm by paying your electricity accounts through ATS. We can also help with other energy needs, such as LPG, and help you find the best solution and option for your individual requirements. For more information, contact ATS Energy Account Manager, Tracey Gordon on 0800 BUY ATS (289 287).
Entries open for United Wheat Growers annual competition United Wheat Growers, with the support of ATS, are proud to once again be holding their annual wheat growing competition. Entries close 31 May 2016, so remember to get your entries in quick. Entry details are on the ATS website at www.ats.co.nz, www.uwg.co.nz or for more information email George Walker at george.walker@ats.co.nz.
Spoil your Mum this Mother’s Day Mother’s Day is the ideal opportunity to say thanks to your Mum for all she does, and what better way than with a gift from ATS. All three retail stores (Ashburton, Rakaia and Methven) have extensive ranges of quality giftware and helpful staff to assist you in selecting something special to spoil your Mum this Mother’s Day. So next time you are instore, take the time to help make this year’s Mother’s Day even better by finding the perfect gift for your Mum.
Farm Safety – fundamental to operating a good business
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The new Health and Safety at Work Act comes into force this month – are you ready? Farmers and land owners are required to actively manage all aspects of health and safety around the farm but it can be difficult to manage this effectively. Having good systems helps and to assist with this process ATS can provide members with access to a farm safety manual and relevant training. Upon completion of the training, members can also apply for a discount on their ACC levies. Upcoming training dates are 19 April, 24 May, 21 June and 19 July at a cost of $550 (GST and member discount inclusive). Seating is limited so get in fast. For more information or to reserve your spot please contact Peter Jacob on 03 307 5124 or 0800 BUY ATS (289 287), email book@ats.co.nz or reserve your spot online at www.ats.co.nz/farmsafety.
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