ATS In Season August 2014

AUGUST 2014

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Market Update Jono Pavey

General Manager - Operations

By Richard Rennie

The ATS Instore Days have been and gone for 2014 and we’d like to say a big thank you to all of you who took part in this significant event – ATS and Ruralco suppliers and of course, you, the members.

This year we celebrated the 20th year of Instore Days and it is clear the event is well and truly cemented as one of the major agricultural events within the Mid Canterbury year. More than 80 ATS and Ruralco suppliers showcased their products and services. Jamie McKay, who did a live broadcast from the Instore Days, was one of the many attractions at this year’s two day event.

It was great for us to see the successful bringing together of members and the opportunity for us to once again realise our mission of providing meaningful discounts and deals, thereby lowering input costs for our members.

Many months of planning go into organising the ATS Instore Days, and it won’t be long before ATS staff will be begin preparations for next year’s event to ensure it continues to build on the success of previous years.

It is no different to the planning you all will be putting in place for the coming year.

We all have to ask ourselves what goals and priorities we have for our business, and what value we place on planning for the next 12 months and beyond. Plans are vital as they give us a work schedule, they keep us focused on our goals and they also allow us to go back and review what has been achieved, what hasn’t been achieved and ask the important question “why?” before we make our next move.

ASHBURTON

METHVEN

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

RAKAIA

HEAD OFFICE

FRONT COVER

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

ATS Members Dave & Jude Letham in their new calf sheds.

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Despite the best laid plans, there has to be an element of flexibility as there are always many variables to factor into any agricultural operation. Mother Nature is one, but sometimes changes within the market can also have an impact – and not always in a negative way.

An example of a positive impact has been the price cuts for urea and SustaiN over recent months. These price reductions have also had a flow-on impact for other products containing urea and have largely been the result of high global inventory levels of urea and increased international manufacturing capacity of DAP. With these price cuts and spring just around the corner, now is a good time to plan and review fertiliser applications to help maximise production. Along with Ballance Agri-Nutrients, we can help plan your spring requirements to increase feed supply and to get crops off to a strong start.

We wish you all the best for spring.

DISCLAIMER: All prices are ATS Members’ prices, including GST, and are valid until 31 August 2014 unless otherwise stated or while stocks last. E&OE.

News from ATS

Making sure your wet weather gear fits

Improve farm safety and lower ACC costs Are you looking for a way to lower your ACC costs while also improving health and safety procedures on your farm? ATS, in conjunction with Unique Solutions, is providing members with farm safety training and access to the ATS Farm Safety Manual, with the added bonus that members can apply for a discount on their ACC levies once they have completed their training.

The training course includes hazard identification and management; information, training & supervision; incident and accident management; emergency planning and readiness; visitors and contractors; and ACC workplace safety discounts.

Forthcoming training dates are 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

Having correctly fitted wet weather gear is crucial over the winter months if you want to keep warm and dry. ATS will now shorten any over-trousers free of charge. All we need to know is the amount you need taken off the bottom and we will order the corrected length from either Line 7 or Betacraft. Both of these companies also offer free repairs on their garments. These items must be clean and dry before they are brought into ATS. Please be aware courier fees apply for the items being sent away. If you have any questions feel free to call the Gift and Homeware store on 0800 BUY ATS (289 287).

Have you got free grain for sale?

Are you getting the best deal with your fuel card?

ATS Seed is always looking for all types of grain to supply a wide range of end users. If you have free/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 team on 0800 BUY ATS (289 287) to arrange sample bags or pick up.

There are a number of fuel options available to keep your farm and family on the move. All are designed to be convenient and to help lower your farm’s input costs. Through Ruralco you can get a fuel card for Mobil and you can also access Allied Petroleum for bulk fuel supply.

Through ATS you can get a BP, Z or Caltex fuel card and can access RD Petroleum for bulk fuel supply. Discounts available differ for each fuel provider. Contact the ATS Customer Service Centre on 0800 BUY ATS (289 287) or check out www.ats.co.nz for discounts and to check you are getting the best deal.

Have you got your spring pastures prepared?

Now is the time to start considering your spring pasture requirements. Grazing of brassica crops is now complete in most cases and farmers will be looking to get these paddocks back into production as soon as they can. Early sowing of your pastures will ensure maximum pasture growth for spring grazing. ATS Seed can supply you with all your spring pasture and seed treatment requirements. Contact us now on 0800 BUY ATS (289 287).

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1. Nicky Hogg, Jono Pavey from ATS and Pete Shannon from Donaghys presenting the ATS Dairy Campaign winners cheque to John, Rob and Tom Mawle / 2. James and Danielle McDonald with daughters Ella and Kate / 3. Jono Pavey and Nicky Hogg from ATS and Derek Jones from FIL presenting Pete Keane, and James, Will and Toby Lemon with the ATS Dairy Campaign winners cheque / 4. Tom Patrick and Bob O’Reilly, winners of the Best Business Partner Site Award / 5. James George with Daisy and Maisy / 6. Nurryya Low / 7. Audrey Lowe & Patricia Poyntz – Roberts / 8. Kathryn Glass with her children Annabell, Bridgette and Craig / 9. Stuart Tilson with Leslie & Annette Maw.

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Pasture Growth Response

Dry Matter % increase over untreated at 5cm grazing height - 28 days after application. Independent Trial, Pukekohe, May 2010

% Dry Matter increase

PastureGibb Liquid combines the easy to mix and measure properties of a non-aqueous liquid formulation with built in wetters and stickers. The growth response to PastureGibb Liquid compared favourably with ProGibb®SG – a leading product based on the older formulation technology.

Performance figures say it all.

ProGibb®SG with added adjuvant

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Results with different letters are significantly different (P<0.05).

* Price based on 20L drum (treats 80ha). ®PastureGibb is a registered Trade Mark of Orion Crop Protection Ltd. ®PastureGibb Lquid is registered pursuant to the ACVM Act 1997, No.P8189. See www.nzfsa.govt.nz/acvm for registration conditions. ®ProGibb is a registered trademark of Valent BioSciences Corporation.

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Shogun Shogun withwith NEANEA endophyte endophyte is noisordinary no ordinary ryegrass. ryegrass.

Winter Winter growth growth is equal is equal to to many many Italians Italians and and it easily it easily out-yields out-yields mostmost perennials perennials in summer in summer and and autumn. autumn.

PASTURE PASTURE RENEWAL. RENEWAL. UNDERSOWING. UNDERSOWING. FINISHING. FINISHING.

For more information or to place your order contact ATS on 0800 BUY ATS (289 297)

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Superior Superior pastures pastures from Agriseeds. from Agriseeds.

For more For more information information visit visit www.agriseeds.co.nz www.agriseeds.co.nz or callor0800 call 449 0800955.

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ARTICLE SUPPLIED BY:

Information required irrigation, soil type, slope

Animals

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area, type, sowing and harvest/grazing times

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Drainage

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Wrong dosage of minerals wastes valuable time and money.

Minimise the risk of under or over dosing with 4Seasons Molasses Xtra. Our blended molasses products are guaranteed to deliver just the right amount of minerals to take the guesswork out of mineral application, giving you peace of mind and healthier stock.

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Infertility is costing many New Zealand dairy farmers hundreds of thousands of dollars annually. With the cost of an empty cow estimated to be about $2,950 through loss of milk Infertility is costing New Zealand dairy farmers hundreds thousands dollars production, the cost ofmany purchasing a replacement, or, grazing costsofcarrying the of cow over to the annually.

With the cost of an empty cow estimated to be about $2,950 through loss of milk next season, as well as cost of genetics loss, these factors highlight the need to be proactive production, the cost of purchasing replacement, or,for grazing costs carrying the cow over to the whena preparing cows reproduction. next season, as well as cost of genetics loss, these factors highlight the need to be proactive when preparing cows for reproduction.

Nutrimol 4n1 is a serious mating product. It contains the same compounds in ‘Nutrimol Classic’ to increase heat strength and in-calf rates, now with the product. addition It ofcontains more iodine than Nutrimol 4n1 isbut a serious mating the same before, asin well as folic Classic’ acid, vitamins A, D &heat E and prebiotic compounds ‘Nutrimol to increase strength andto support milk in-calf rates, butproduction. now with the addition of more iodine than before, as well as folic acid, vitamins A, D & E and prebiotic to THE ESSENTIALS FOR REPRODUCTION support milk production.

Nutrimol 4n1 is a naturally chelated nutritional supplement and prebiotic containing a dairy cow’s daily allowance of iodine, folic acid, THE ESSENTIALS FOR REPRODUCTION vitamins A, D & E all together in one easy-to-dose liquid product.

Nutrimol 4n1 is a naturally chelated nutritional supplement and prebiotic containing a dairy cow’s daily allowance of iodine, folic acid, Vitamin A promotes the health of mucous membranes, skin health vitamins A, D & E all together in one easy-to-dose liquid product. and the growth of body tissues. It reduces the reproductive tract’s susceptibility to infection.

Vitamin A promotes the health of mucous membranes, skin health andVitamin the growth of body tissues.

It reduces the reproductive tract’s D stimulates the absorption of phosphorus and calcium, susceptibility to infection. essential for bone formation, especially in rapidly growing animals.

Vitamin D stimulates the absorption of phosphorus and calcium,area of Vitamin E acts primarily as an antioxidant.

Its most important essential forisbone especially in rapidly growing animals. function in theformation, lungs where it protects red and white blood cells and tissue from the effects of oxidation.

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The card that saves you real money The reusable bit of plastic that will save you serious money on and off the farm.

The Ruralco Card is a charge card for the real farmer, offering great discounts for all your farming and family needs.

Not only do you receive 9¢* per litre off the pump price of fuel at any Mobil Service Stations nationwide, but with the Ruralco Card you have access to an ever increasing network of local and national suppliers offering real deals and discounts to keep your costs down.

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SAFETY

GEAR

Many farm chemicals are poisonous.

They can damage your health and shorten your life. It’s not worth the risk. Wear the right safety gear, always read the label and follow the instructions.

Your health and your family depend on it.

Your local ATS can supply you with the right safety gear. Just ask when you buy your farm chemicals.

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OFFER ONLY AVAILABLE DURING AUGUST

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Stanely Rogers Stainless Steel 50 Piece Cutlery Set only

Olive Skincare Range from $6.65

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Orange Oil Jug only $67.20

Lime Pitcher

only $67.20

French Blue Bowl only $86.90

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Three Piece Scanpan Knife Set only $108.70 Nine Piece Scanpan Knife Set only $269.10

OneWorld Collection Striped Cushion only

$24.80 & Throw $49.90 DISCLAIMER: Products available through ATS Stores, Members price as pictured. We cannot guarantee availability of stock on all pictured items.

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