ATS Newsbrief May 2014
It’s almost five years since the creation of ATS Seed—a division of ATS which has gone from strength to strength, well exceeding all early expectations.
Neal Shaw, Group CEO
ATS has always been in the business of selling goods and services to farmers, but until the establishment of ATS Seed, we had not been purchasing from them. This was a significant shift in how we operated.
The decision to enter into the sector was a good fit with our co-operative values. By facilitating deals with both the buyer and the seller, both get value for money. This has certainly proved to be a popular option with many farmers now utilising the services of ATS Seed to secure guaranteed sales with farmers they don’t necessarily know, safe in the knowledge they will be paid. Today the majority of the business transacted is grain trading from farmer to farmer with ATS acting as the broker. The rest of the business involves the sale of forage brassicas, fodder beet, kale, and pasture. More recently there have also been enquiries from other companies for seed procurement. A deliberate decision to not enter the PKE market was made, again with our co-operative values in mind. Co-operatively we acknowledge the importance of our local arable farmers and the opportunity we have to support all local agricultural industry. We all benefit when we enter into the spirit of what co-operatives are all about. ATS Seed does not speculate on grain. It carries out back to back deals, matching buyers with sellers and is successful because of the expectations and trust those involved have with each other and in the quality of grain being procured. This trust is enhanced by the quality of staff involved and much credit should go to Tim Dale, who has been running ATS Seed since it began, along with his team of grain industry veterans, Bob O’Reilly and Tom Patrick, who have decades of experience within the seed industry. ATS Seed has successfully proven itself as another area of the market where ATS can create value for its members and is well placed to continue to grow as it moves forward.
Upcoming Events
Farm Safety Training for Members 20 May 2014 17 June 2014 22 July 2014 19 August 2014 16 September 2014 21 October 2014 18 November 2014 For more information or to RSVP, call 0800 BUY ATS (289 287) or go to www.ats.co.nz/farmsafety
9 June Queen’s Birthday ATS will be closed over Queen’s Birthday Weekend. If members have any urgent requirements call the Duty Manager on 03 307 5100 or 027 487 6865. Upcoming Industry Events
8 May Lincoln University Dairy Farm Focus Day Enquiries: Ph 03 423 0022 Email: office@siddc.org.nz
12–13 May National Certificate in Sheep Farming: Sheep Breeding Level 3 Gain skills and knowledge in sheep breeding. For more information or to discuss your agri-training needs, call Primary ITO on 0800 20 80 20. Courses can also be charged through your Ruralco Card.
21 May Mid Canterbury Biz Start For further information contact Juliette on 021 323 834 or email juliette.lee@dairynz.co.nz
Sort next seasons dairy orders
On the move?
26 May
Have you got your dairy chemical and magnesium orders in for the 2014/15 season? If not contact your rep or come in store today to plan your seasons requirements with the ATS Dairy Schedule.
Do you have new neighbours coming this Gypsy Day? Then tell them about why they should join your local farm supplies co-op.
New Zealand Sheep Dog Championship Trials
If you join the ATS Dairy Schedule before 31 May 2014 you will go in the draw to win one of seven $1,000 Ruralco Supplier vouchers kindly supplied by Deosan, Donaghys, Ecolab, FiL and Orica Farmguard. For more information contact ATS on 0800 BUY ATS (289 287).
If you are moving address please let ATS know so we can keep our database up to date, and to make sure you don’t miss out on any important information. To update your details or to help your new neighbour join ATS please contact us on 0800 BUY ATS (289 287).
To be held at Waihi Station, Woobury road, Geraldine.
26-29 May Tectra advanced shearing course For more information, please contact your regional training manager, Mark Herlihy, 03 310 3024 or 027 292 4767
ATS Supplier Days In the month of May ATS have organised some great events to assist you with your farming operations. On Friday 9 May come into ATS Rakaia from 10am– 4pm to meet with your local Donaghys reps Pete Shannon and Bruce Smith and discuss how they can improve your herd. A free BBQ is available from 11.30–1.30 and there are one day only specials available on selected Donaghys products (only available from ATS Rakaia). On Thursday 15 May come into ATS Ashburton from 9am–4pm to discuss how the Milk Bar and Canterbury Woodchip teams can reduce the stress of calf rearing. A free BBQ is available from 11.30–1.30 and there are one day only specials available on selected Milk Bar products (only available from ATS Ashburton). On Friday 23 May come into ATS Methven from 8.30am–4pm to meet with the Tru-Test team to find out which fencing and/or weighing system would be most suitable for your farming system. A free BBQ is available from 11.30–1.30 and there are one day only specials available on selected Tru-Test products (only available from ATS Methven). For more information visit your local store or call 0800 BUY ATS (289 287).
Hot water electricity faults No hot water? Call your electricity retailer first. It could be an issue with a relay, in which case your electricity retailer will need to arrange to have a contractor out to fix the problem. If you call the electrician first and it is a relay issue, the electricity retailer still needs to fix the problem otherwise you are likely to be out of pocket, as in most instances your retailer will not cover the cost of the electrician. For more information call Tracey at ATS Energy on 0800 BUY ATS (289 287).
Update your new details If you are moving over the winter now is the time to think about your electricity and LPG requirements. Call ATS Energy to take the hassle out of arranging your energy needs on 0800 BUY ATS (289 287).
Ruralco Supplier updates Check out www.ruralco.co.nz for the list of new Ruralco Suppliers
New Suppliers Please visit www.ruralco.co.nz for information on locations and contact details.
Ashburton
Your Approved Handler Certificate may have expired or be about to expire. Please contact Peter Jacob on 03 307 5124 or 0800 BUY ATS (289 287) and he will be able to help you with the renewal process.
Farm safety manual and training for members ATS provides members with access to relevant health and safety training, including a farm safety manual, and upon completion of training, members will be able to apply for a discount on their ACC levies.
McLeay Jewellers 10% off retail store items
Balclutha Richardson Jewellers 1999 7% off all products Unichem Grays Pharmacy 8% off, excluding prescriptions and films
Training dates are 20 May, 17 June, 22 July, 19 August, 16 September, 21 October and 18 November 2014 at a cost of $550 (GST and member discount inclusive). Seating is limited, so get in fast. For more information or to reserve your place, 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
Calling all wheat growers Time is running out to enter this years United Wheat Growers Annual Wheat Competition. The competition is once again being held with support from ATS Seed. Crops harvested in 2014 are eligible for entry, with judging taking place this autumn. Presentations and prize giving will take place shortly after judging. Entries are invited across four classes of wheat (milling—both premium milling and gristing wheat, feed and biscuit) from growers nationwide. Entries close 31 May 2014. If you would like more information on how to enter your wheat crop please contact the ATS Seed team on 0800 BUY ATS (289 287). Ashburton Trading Society Ltd 97 Burnett Street, PO Box 131 Ashburton
Have you got any grain to sell?
B & B Sports 5% off all products, excluding sale items
ATS Seed is always looking for all types of grain to supply a wide range of end users. If you have free or uncontracted grain that you would like to sell please contact ATS Seed. Drop in your sample at any ATS Store, with an ATS Rep or contact the ATS Customer Service Centre on 0800 BUY ATS (289 287) to arrange sample bags or pick up.
Christie Diamond Auto Ltd 10% off all parts 5% off labour WOF - nett
Have you got recovery bags for collection? Agrecovery is discontinuing the silage plastic recycling service. Farmers have until the 30th of June 2014 to book remaining recovery bags for collection in the usual way, either via www.agrecovery.co.nz or 0800 247 326. Plasback continues to offer a recycling service with the bags available from ATS stores. For more information contact ATS on 0800 BUY ATS (289 287).
Do you need seed treatments? Talk to ATS Seed about your autumn seed cereals. We can supply a full range of varieties and specific seed treatments to meet all your needs. Confirm your orders now for pricing and delivery by contacting the ATS Seed team on 0800 BUY ATS (289 287).
Tel 03 307 5100 Fax 03 307 6723 ats@ats.co.nz
Holistic Health 5% off all products JAE Southland 10% off all products
Afterhours Vet Ltd 7.5% off all products and services Sale items - nett
Gore
Is your Approved Handler Certificate valid?
Diacks Nurseries Ltd 7.5% discount, excluding sheds and greenhouses
Gore Sheetmetal and Engineering 5% off total invoice Inders Marineland Ltd 7.5% off parts and service, excluding boat and machine stock 7.5% off sale items and specials Laser Electrical Gore 10% off materials 40% off cable Mileage, labour and quoted items - nett Laser Plumbing Gore 10% off materials and home heating solutions Russell Keeler Automotive Ltd 5% off total invoice Labour – nett
Precision Panel & Paint 10% discount off excess, $500 maximum Rogersons Footwear 5% off all products, excluding sale items Rugby Sports and Leisure 7.5% off all products Southland Glass Service 10% off all products and services Thompson Contracting Services nett Tile Centre 10% off sale items and specials 5% off tiles
Timaru Averis & Box 10% off parts, batteries etc 5% off labour Des Segar Motors 10% off all goods and services
Winton Hughes Auto Services 10% off parts Lochiel Trailers 5.5% off all products Macks Panel & Paint 10% off labour Plantsdirect.co.nz 5% off all products Steve Geary Engineering Ltd 10% off parts and service
Sgt Dan Stockfoods Ltd 3% off stockfood
Stihl Shop Winton 5% off all retail products
Invercargill
Uppercuts Butchery Butchery items nett
Baby on the Move 7% off all products Craigs Design and Print 10% off all products up to $3,000 total 5% off all products over $3,000 total
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