ATS Newsbrief November 2014
New Zealand has been named the most co-operative economy in the world following the recent release of a newly established international Co-operative Economy Index. The index is based on membership and employment relative to a country’s population and the co-operative sector’s annual revenue relative to GDP. It is part of a global census measuring the size and scope of the co-operative economy and was commissioned by the Neal Shaw, Group CEO United Nation’s Department for Economic and Social Affairs. It involved data from 145 countries and the results were released at last month’s International Summit on Co-operatives held in Quebec. It was one of the initiatives to fall out of the 2012 International Year of the Co-operative, which included events in Ashburton which we at ATS were involved in. The results show that one in every six people in the world has membership or is a client of a co-operative; that 2.6 million co-operatives employ 12.6 million people; and that US$20 trillion in co-operative assets generate US$3 trillion in annual revenue—if it were a single economic unit, co-operatives would be the fifth largest economy after Germany. The census also found a strong correlation between the countries with the most cooperative economies and those with the highest social progress. The social aspect and responsibility of co-operative is important, and it was interesting to see this link was obvious in the data collated. New Zealand was also the world leader in the Social Progress Index, while eight of the top 10 countries were also represented in the Economy Index’s top 12 spots. Agriculture was recognised as the most common type of co-operative, and this was influenced largely by the high number of co-ops in India and China. Both countries have a large number of small land holdings which sees farmers working collectively to gain economies of scale and scope, and the agricultural co-operatives control significant market shares in some sectors such as fertiliser, cotton, agri-processing, and tea production. We already know New Zealanders are great supporters of co-operatives, and that Ashburton has been hailed the co-operative capital of New Zealand, so it was interesting to see how we stack up on a global basis. There are many links and commonalities between the international findings and our cooperative. ATS’s business is obviously agricultural; it is locally owned and operated, as most co-operatives are; it has economic strength; and it recognises its social and community responsibility.
UPCOMING EVENTS
14 November
Canterbury Anniversary ATS will be closed Friday 14 to Sunday 16 November. If members have any emergency requirements the duty manager can be reached on 03 307 5100 or 027 487 6865.
18 November
Farm Safety Training for Members For more information or to RSVP, call 0800 BUY ATS (289 287) or go to www.ats.co.nz/ farmsafety
4 December 2014 9am to 9pm Christmas with Ruralco
Mark this date in your diary and join Ruralco and selected suppliers in Ashburton for your Christmas shopping. Ruralco has negotiated with its suppliers to bring you special offers for one day only including extra discounts, exclusive one-off deals and much more. Get your family off the farm and enjoy a great day out together. UPCOMING INDUSTRY EVENTS
18 November
Investing in Barns? Making an informed decision If you are considering investing in cow housing infrastructure, don’t miss this workshop! • What are the main drivers behind deciding to build? • What are the right tools to evaluate this investment? • What research is behind the most common assumptions used when analysing these options? • What effect would these changes have on our international competitiveness? Take this opportunity to gather the right tools and information to make an informed decision. DairyNZ Speakers: Geoff Taylor, Kim Mashlan, Chris Glassey and Duncan Smeaton. For more information contact Virginia Serra on 021 932 515 or visit www.dairynz.co.nz.
28 November
Celebrate Christmas with ATS Come and celebrate Christmas with ATS and participating Ruralco Suppliers on Thursday 4 December, 8am to 9pm. ATS will have some great one day only Christmas specials along with their fabulous range of gift ideas, tempting nibbles and refreshments. Grab your friends and family for a great day and night off the farm. Keep an eye out for more information in your mailbox shortly.
Beef + Lamb NZ Central South Island farmer council: 2014 Big Day Out Come along to the Big Day Out and explore the history of the Grampians, owned by the Hope family for 100 years. Hear about the challenges and opportunities of farming in the Mackenzie Basin—from valley floor to high altitude. There will be discussion on the future challenges for farming in the high country and elsewhere in New Zealand, with speakers from local and central government. For more information, email Aaron.Meikle@beeflambnz.com.
Is it time to renew your Approved Handler Certificate? How up to date are your Growsafe and Approved Handler Certificates? Make sure you don’t get caught short when it comes time to purchase or apply chemicals. Now is a good time to check the validity of your certificates and if they need renewing, we can help. Please contact Peter Jacob on 03 307 5124 or 0800 BUY ATS (289 287) and he will be able to assist you with the renewal process.
Have you checked the price you are paying for your electricity? ATS Energy can provide you with 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. Contact Tracey Gordon today on 0800 BUY ATS (289 287).
Credit card payment option You could receive up to 55 days credit (depending on when purchases are made during the month) if you pay your ATS account by credit card through BNZ. Surcharges for this service apply (1% for regular recurring payments set up between ATS and BNZ and 1.75% for payments made on an ad hoc basis). All surcharges will be charged by ATS to your credit card at the time payments are processed and will appear on your ATS statement. The surcharge shown on your statement will be offset by the credit card payment you have already made. For more information, call the Customer Service team on 0800 BUY ATS (289 287). The terms and conditions are available from the ATS website www.ats.co.nz/ Services/Payment+Options
Do you have uncontracted grain for sale? 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 or contact an ATS Seed Rep on 0800 BUY ATS (289 287) to arrange sample bags or pick up.
Ashburton Trading Society Ltd 97 Burnett Street, PO Box 131 Ashburton
Summer seed requirements
RURALCO SUPPLIER UPDATES
ATS Seed has the full range of pasture and brassica seed available now. Talk to us about the latest variety information and seed treatment options for late spring and summer sowing. Please contact ATS Seed on 0800 BUY ATS (289 287).
Please visit www.ruralco.co.nz for information on locations and contact details. Real discounts for real farmers
NEW SUPPLIERS
Farm Safety Manual and Training for Members Today’s farmers and land owners are required to actively manage all aspects of health and safety around the farm. To assist with this process ATS plans to provide members with access to a farm safety manual and relevant training. Upon completion of the training, members will be able to apply for a discount on their ACC levies. Training dates are the 18th November; dates for 2015 are yet to be confirmed. (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
Ashburton
Queenstown
ASHBURTON MSA LIQUOR CENTRE 2.5% off liquor, equipment hire, sale items and specials
LASER ELECTRICAL QUEENSTOWN Free battery testing and charging, and starting and charging tests 40% off cable 15% off battery sales 10% off all other electrical goods Labour, mileage and quotes - nett
Christchurch EMNZ (NATUREFARM) 7.5% off EM Silage and EM Animal 5% off EM Ready to Use FRIDGE, FREEZER, ICEBOX 7% off all purchases Sale items – nett ISSIMO LTD 7% off all purchases Sale items – nett THE FRONTRUNNER COLOMBO 7% off all shoes and clothes THE FRONTRUNNER NORTHLANDS 7% off all shoes and clothes
Finding it hard to think of the perfect gift this Christmas?
Dunedin
ATS Gift baskets are the perfect answer for gift giving this Christmas. We offer high quality products and pride ourselves on providing a personal, friendly and professional service, paying attention to the important details. Each gift basket comes filled with only the finest gourmet and boutique products and is beautifully gift wrapped. To order now, visit www.ats.co.nz/atsgiftbaskets or contact ATS Gift & Homeware on 0800 BUY ATS (289 287).
THE FRONTRUNNER DUNEDIN 7% off all shoes and clothes
Shop, save and win one of ten $1,000 Ruralco Vouchers The more times you use your Ruralco Card in November and December the more chances you have to win one of ten $1,000 prizes. For more information head to www.ruralco.co.nz/shopsaveandwin. Terms and conditions apply.
Tel 03 307 5100 Fax 03 307 6723 ats@ats.co.nz
STIHL SHOP QUEENSTOWN 10% off items up to $3,000 and labour rate Over $3,000 up for negotiation Heavier machinery, ride on mowers and sale items - nett
Richmond THE VET CENTRE RICHMOND 7% off services and prescriptions Sale and special items - nett
Timaru THE FRONTRUNNER TIMARU 7% off all shoes and clothes
HAY MOTORCYCLES 10% off labour and parts MOSGIEL GARDEN PLACE ITM 10% off timber, building supplies and plants
Kaikoura DUNLEA PRODUCTS 10% off stock shop parts 7.5% off Husqvarna, Stihl and stocked water pumps Labour and promotional items – nett
UPPER MOUTERE Russell Lawrence Fencing & More 5% off labour Sale items – nett
Wanaka STIHL SHOP WANAKA 10% off items up to $3,000 and labour rate Over $3,000 up for negotiation Heavier machinery, ride on mowers and sale items - nett
Winton SOUTHBUILD ITM Trade pricing
Motueka THE VET CENTRE MOTUEKA 7% off services and prescriptions Sale and special items - nett
Nelson THE FRONTRUNNER NELSON 7% off all shoes and clothes
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