September 2015 ATS In Season

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ATS Energy empowering shareholders It has been four years since ATS established its independent division ATS Energy with a single aim – to ensure members receive the most up to date, unbiased cost effective advice possible around the complex business of electricity contracts, suppliers and prices.

Under the founding skills of ATS Energy Account Manager Tracey Gordon, members have been able to pick a path through one of the most complex and expensive items within their farm operations and budget.

That knowledge has become even more invaluable as the choices available for electricity supply and contract types have also grown in the past few years.

Farmers now have a choice of half a dozen electricity suppliers, all with their own terms, definitions and contracts that often require interpretation.

ATS Energy’s independent status means the co-operative is well placed to negotiate with all companies. ATS has also developed a system to make comparative energy cost analysis possible for members.

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For irrigation users, who are such a large part of ATS membership, the electricity equation has an added layer of complexity around it when it comes to determining the type of contract that should be signed up, to optimise water use in the lowest sustainable cost possible. ATS staff have worked closely with electricity companies over the past four years to get accounts simplified and explained in a way that makes sense to our clients.

And when relationships breakdown, which can happen, ATS members have a strong advocate in their corner to help with negotiation and a resolution that does not leave them out of pocket.

Because “knowledge is power” ATS Energy has also invested strongly in publications and newsletters that try to “de-myth” the electricity sector, with easily understood, practical explanations on some of the intricacies of the market.

As alternative energy sources become more prevalent, from conventional options like gas supply to less conventional like solar or wind, ATS Energy has managed to build a deeper understanding of the economics and

systems that will deliver the best options to members.

Understanding the intense seasonal nature of electricity use over the irrigation season means it soon becomes possible to eliminate apparent options that can match those patterns, before the considerable investment is made.

ATS’s co-operative structure based around a relatively tight geographic region brings some advantages over larger “national” farm service co-operatives.

That is most of our staff have close links to our farming shareholders, living in the same region and often are involved in farming themselves – they appreciate the seasonal subtleties that go with farming in Canterbury, and the peculiar demands seasonal Canterbury farming brings.

This extends to ATS Energy, and the co-operative has worked hard to build a deep knowledge of a complex item to make life, and farming, easier for our shareholders.

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

ASHBURTON

METHVEN

RAKAIA

HEAD OFFICE

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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

Lambs ready for tailing. See ATS for all your lambing supplies. Call 0800 BUY ATS (289 287) today.

DISCLAIMER: All prices are ATS Members’ prices, including GST, and are valid until 30 September 2015 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

Bulk fuel deliveries

Excise tax refund If you’re a business owner who uses petrol-powered equipment in your operations, you may be entitled to an excise tax refund of up to 69¢ per litre. This includes using petrol powered equipment to: • Move about the land you and your staff work on (i.e. ATV’s used by farmers); • Work the land the equipment operates on (i.e. lawnmowers used by green keepers, hydraladas used by orchardists); • Keep your businesses operating (i.e. builders using generators, chainsaws used in forestry).

Excise duty ($0.69/L as at 1/7/2015) is unique to petrol and is New Zealand Transport Authority’s (NZTA) way of getting the public to fund its roading projects.

If you are in business and some of the petrol you use isn’t used on the road, then you will likely be eligible to lodge a claim and have the excise amount refunded.

This way NZ’s backbone businesses aren’t unfairly subsidising other road users.

To get your refund of fuel excise duty, contact Kerry Aldrich from the NZTA on 06 953 7021 or 0800 108 809 (Ext 7021), she will advise you on your claim, register your request and ensure you have the correct forms to fill out.

Tail paint and heat detection requirements It’s time to start thinking about your tail paint and heat detection requirements and we have free samples of Beacon heat detectors available. For more information contact ATS on 0800 BUY ATS (289 287).

On farm delivery of fuel can save you time and money, and with Ruralco you can save up to 20 cents off per litre* of fuel. With Ruralco you have access to Allied Petroleum and NPD: • Allied Petroleum is a distributor of Mobil fuels and lubricants.

Allied supplies bulk fuel throughout New Zealand.

• NPD (Nelson Petroleum Distributors Ltd) is a distributor of Mobil fuels and Castrol lubricants.

NPD supplies bulk fuel throughout Nelson, Marlborough, West Coast & Canterbury.

To set up bulk fuel deliveries to your business, contact ATS on 0800 BUY ATS (289 287) 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 August 2015. Discount is GST inclusive and may vary depending on pump pricing, conditions apply. Refer to the Ruralco website for latest pricing, updated weekly.

Meeting your health and safety needs

ATS has supported the Agrecovery scheme for a number of years with collection sites at both Ashburton and Rakaia and there are a growing number of Mid Canterbury farmers and operators using this free recycling service. Please remember the criteria for recycling chemical containers. Containers must be: • Plastic, 0-60 litres in size, with lid removed, • Free from chemical residue and dirt inside and out – triple rinsing is recommended and the container must be well drained, and • Containers must belong to a participating brand owner.

For plastic containers 61-1000 litres in size, keep bung in and remove all chemical residue. Free on farm collection runs quarterly, bookings must be made, visit www.agrecovery.co.nz or call 0800 247 326.

Farm Safety Training courses, designed to ensure you meet the latest health and safety requirements are being run by ATS in conjunction with Unique Solutions.

Course content includes relevant documentation and information on how you can lower your ACC levies.

Training will take place on 22 September and 17 November at a cost $550 (GST and member discount inclusive). Seating is strictly limited. If you would like to know more please call Peter Jacob on 0800 BUY ATS (289 287), or to book a spot on our training courses email book@ats.co.nz or visit www.ats.co.nz/farmsafety.

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INTRODUCING NEW FROM NUFARM • Use as a companion herbicide with WeedMaster TS540 to provide fast and effective control of weeds such as mallow, seedling docks, waterpepper, dandelion, hedge mustard and seedling white clover.

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With its unique Twin Salt™ technology and Activate™ surfactant, WeedMaster® TS540 delivers superior absorption and faster brownout. *Terms and conditions apply, see in store for more details.

Offer available until 16 October or while stocks last.

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®Nail and WeedMaster are registered trademarks of Nufarm Limited. ™Active and Twin Salt are trademarks of Nufarm Limited.

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Lasting Lasting Caucasian White Clover X (small leaf)

Caucasian White Clover X (small leaf)

• Bred to be more drought tolerant • Bred to be more drought tolerant and persistent and persistent • Stands up to continuous heavy grazing • Stands up to continuous heavy grazing • Suitable for use in all farm systems • Suitable for use in all farm systems

Aber is a registered trademark of Germinal Holdings Ltd.

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To find out about the benefits of AberLasting for your farm callfind 0800 825the or visit www.germinal.nz.

To out171 about benefits of AberLasting for your farm call 0800 171 825 or visit www.germinal.nz.

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ATS FARM SUPPLIES

Corporate Pricing

25.25% average discount

Ashburton, Methven & Rakaia

Christchurch, Greymouth, Hokitika, Timaru and Westport

HUMES PIPELINE SYSTEMS

Up to 10% discount

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Amberley, Ashburton (Neumanns Tyres), Christchurch, Greymouth (Downes Tyres), Temuka, Timaru and Westport (Sutherland Tyre Services)

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This is just a snapshot of the many great suppliers available in your region for you to use your Ruralco Card at and save.

For a full list of suppliers and their discounts head to www.ruralco.co.nz

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1. Struan Moore from Strainrite with prize winner David King and Bill Cabout from ATS / 2. Nigel Goodwin from Orion Agriscience, Jill Houston from ATS with prize winners Alastair & Shirley Clemens and Nick George from Orion Agriscience / 3. Bill Cabout from ATS with Nufarm Prize Winner Jason Keeley and Mike Cox from Nufarm / 4. Stafix Prize Winner Rob, Imogen, Kim, & Zoe Turney with Sam Boal from ATS and Brian McFelin from Tru-Test

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