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ATS Energy Providing farmers with independent energy advice

ATS Energy - Providing farmers with independent energy advice With the irrigation season ramping up, it’s the right time for farmers to take an in-depth look at their energy requirements moving forward and ATS Energy will be there to help every step of the way.

In 2011 ATS took steps to provide strong independent advice to the ATS Members by appointing an Energy Account Manager to not only add value to ATS Members but provide electricity companies supplying ATS with an additional resource.

Since then ATS Energy has been working with energy and LPG suppliers to lower members’ on-farm electricity costs through advice, expertise and tailoredpricing plans, in-line with ATS’s founding vision when it started more than half a century ago.

Easily one of farmers’ biggest on-farm expenses, energy remains one area many find daunting, but it doesn’t need to be, says ATS Energy Account Manager Tracey Gordon, who has been on board since the outset. “Electricity companies have a tendency of making it sound and look complicated, when it’s not. It’s just a

“We understand how busy farmers are.

This way you don’t have to worry because I will work with your supplier to ensure I get the best outcome for you and am continually checking with our suppliers accounts to ensure you are on the right plans.”

Despite improvements across the energy sector in recent years, dealing with issues continues to be a big part of Tracey’s role “We encourage you to come to us rather than going to the retailers direct.

Although it’s your name on the account, at the end of the day we are the customer with the retailer, so if there’s a problem, it’s our problem too. No query is too big or too small.”

For those farmers after more specific information on the energy sector and electricity use on farm, ATS Energy also puts out Short Circuit, an email newsletter.

Produced six times a year, Short Circuit looks at the whole electrical spectrum providing farmers with different options, education and market happenings.

For more information on ATS Energy or any other energy issues please contact Tracey Gordon on 0800 BUY ATS (289 287).

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

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matter of knowing what to look for and what questions to ask.”

Backed by more than a decade of experience working in the energy sector, this is where Tracey comes in.

Tracey provides a one-stop shop to cater for all your energy needs offering independent energy advice on everything from farm operation energy comparisons and efficient energy use within your farming business, to simply understanding your energy accounts, keeping you up-to-date the latest industry innovations and dealing with issues.

ATS Energy is continually working with its energy partners Genesis Energy and Meridian Energy for electricity, and Arthur Cates, Genesis Energy and Nova Energy for gas, to ensure members not only have access to better deals but more importantly, retaining that freedom of choice, says Tracey.

“It’s about working with you to get the best pricing solution for your home and farm while our ongoing account management takes the hassle out of your power accounts, leaving you to get on with managing your farm”.

News from ATS Accessing the ATS Farm Safety Manual Take some of the hassle out of managing your on-farm health and safety practices through one of ATS’s Farm Safety Training sessions. 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. It’s a great way of ensuring you have up-to-date health and safety practices. The training course includes hazard identification and management; information, training and supervision; incident and accident management; emergency planning and readiness; visitors and contractors; and ACC workplace safety discounts.

Upcoming training dates are 21 October and 18 November 2014 and costs $550 (GST and member discount inclusive). Seating is limited, so reserve your spot today.

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

Is your Approved Handler Certificate valid?

When did you last check the validity of your Growsafe and Approved Handler Certificates? Don’t get caught short. Make sure your certificates are valid and up-to-date so you can continue to purchase or apply chemicals. 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.

Have you got the best deal with your fuel card?

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 team 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 checked the prices you are paying for your electricity?

ATS Energy can provide you with a free no obligation comparisons from our energy partners and see if there are any potential savings to be had for your home or business paying your electricity accounts through ATS. Contact Tracey Gordon today on 0800 BUY ATS (289 287).

Submit your photo for the 2015 ATS calendar

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.

ATS produced a special 50th Anniversary calendar for 2013 to celebrate the co-operative’s 50th year. This was a one-time production however we have had much feedback from members wanting the ATS calendar to be annual.

ATS are therefore looking into creating a calendar for the year 2015. If you capture a beautiful moment in agriculture throughout the year which you would like to be considered for the 2015 ATS calendar, please send your high resolution photo to marketing@ats.co.nz or for assistance please contact us on 0800 BUY ATS (289 287).

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Need energy help?

ATS is the only rural supplies co-operative providing farmers with free independent energy advice.

Our partners offer a variety of pricing for both electricity and LPG with great discounts for our members.

Discuss your energy needs today, call Tracey Gordon on www.ats.co.nz/energy

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