Animal Nutrition - National Rural Independents

The Terang and District Co-operative is a long-standing and innovative enterprise owned enterprise owned by around 3,000 shareholders from the local community, who we know as our 'members'.  The Co-op owns and operates the Supa IGA plus Liquor supermarket, the NRI Rural Supplies and a Dairy Services Outlet in Terang, as well as the Mitre 10 Stores in Terang & Camperdown. The strategic direction of the Co-op is guided by a Board of Directors in consultation with our members. Our daily operations are overseen by store managers, who are backed by a dedicated workforce of around 130 with a mix of full time, part time and casual staff. The Co-op is an integral part of the community. Our local families make savings on their household and farm expenses through our Membership Loyalty Program and we also contribute significant sponsorship to local organisations.

Noffkes’ Rural Real Estate & Livestock Pty Ltd is a locally owned family business located in the Central Highlands of Queensland.  In the beginning, 1980, the business was mainly livestock and property, but over the years it has evolved into a very diverse business. As the name suggests, rural, real estate and livestock, the rural merchandise arm is the main stay of the business concentrating on all things rural and throwing in some domestic retail items as well. The site is situated on the main street of Springsure so it is in a perfect location to offer real estate property sales and property management as well as livestock marketing.

With 60 years combined experience servicing local farmers, Northern Ag’s four agronomists work together to service an area of approximately 5000 square km in the Southern Flinders Ranges. Northern Ag offers high quality agronomic advice & technical services which includes rotation plans, soil testing & crop protection advice. With a full range of crop protection, fertiliser, animal health & general merchandise products on offer, Northern Ag’s friendly staff can help with every situation you encounter on your farm.

Mount Gambier Rural Supplies is an independently owned agribusiness servicing Mount Gambier and surrounding areas. We provide knowledge, products and service to our diverse range of farming enterprises such as beef, sheep, dairy, broadacre, horticulture, forestry and service contractors. Mount Gambier Rural Supplies carry an extensive product range to support client’s needs; animal health, nutrition, fencing, ag-chemicals, stockfeed, pasture seed, water equipment, livestock handling and general merchandise. Mount Gambier Rural Supplies has been a shareholder within the NRI group since 2007, which is an excellent fit for our independent business and gives us the flexibility with buying power and procurement to ensure our business remains competitive in the local market. Mount Gambier Rural Supplies is well positioned on Jubilee Highway, Mount Gambier with a large site and drive thru building for customer convenience, our business also offers a local delivery service on farm. Our future within the industry will continue to go from strength to strength with a strong focus on new products and technology to enhance our clients businesses, which will include our ongoing client forums, on farm field days and other relevant industry information events.

Kojonup Agricultural Supplies has been servicing the Kojonup and surrounding farming communities in the Great Southern area of Western Australia since 1986. The partnership comprises Ned Capper, Ken Stan-Bishop, Matt Atkinson and Alec Smith. All have a wide range of experience in provision of agricultural services and requirements ranging from Agronomy to shearing equipment. <img alt="" height="232" src="/Portals/1/KAS%20Partners%20photo.jpg" title="" width="456" /><o:p></o:p> A relocation to a larger site in 2012 took place after the carefully planned construction of purpose-built store. This has allowed the business to cater for the specific and immediate requirements of customers and suppliers-not-used and has been a catalyst to sustained period of growth.<o:p></o:p> The partners are currently supported by a team of 11 extremely capable staff with a large diversity of talents. This ensures some of our specialised agency equipment, such as Te Pari sheep-handling equipment, Davey Products, Stihl and K-line stubble handling machinery are provided with the highest level of professionalism.<o:p></o:p> Further services such as in-house agronomy and research, faecal egg counts in the purpose-built lab, equipment-hire and onsite small motor servicing provide customers with the ability to only stop once and get it all done.<o:p></o:p> When it comes to agriculture, the partners and team at Kojonup Agricultural Supplies strive to give the best advice and service in the area. So, from crops to livestock and all the associated agricultural needs, talk to the team at Kojonup Ag – “the agricultural experts”. <o:p></o:p>

Kukerin Rural Services (KRS) is located in the Great Southern of WA 270km South East of Perth, largely a mixed cropping and sheep area. Owner, Kim Gooding, has been working in the Agricultural Industry all his life, having grown up on a farm in the local area. Kim completed a Bachelor of Agribusiness at Muresk in 2003. Kukerin Rural Services joined NRI in 2009 providing the area with Chemical, Agronomy, Fertiliser, Animal Health, Fencing and General Farm Merchandise requirements. Along with wife Michelle who operates the IGA store adjacent to KRS, they employ 6 wonderful staff members between the 2 business'.  Kukerin, it' a great place to live, work and raise a family in what is a young vibrant and very active farming community.

Lachlan Agencies joined NRI in December 2010 and is a family owned and operated company which is now run by the 3rd generation of Brasnett’s  Peter & Stephen. It was established in 1973 and has been servicing the Condobolin district for over 40 years. It started out as a pump & irrigation supplier and has now diversified into agricultural chemicals, fertiliser, animal health & nutrition, fencing, welding, seed & general merchandise.

Martion Rural is a 100% locally owned agricultural business located in Rainbow in the Southern Mallee. We pride ourselves on delivering up to date agronomic advice and livestock agent services as well as the supply of agricultural chemical, fertiliser and buying and selling grain.  Our product range includes: <ul> <li>Ammunition</li> <li>Animal Nutrition and Husbandry – Livestock and companion animals</li> <li>Bare Co Parts and Accessories</li> <li>Batteries</li> <li>Boots – Work and waterproof</li> <li>Case IH Parts</li> <li>Clamps, Pins & Shackles</li> <li>Fencing Equipment</li> <li>Garden Supplies</li> <li>Hose – Air Seeder, chemical, hydraulic & fuel</li> <li>Hydraulic Fittings & Hose</li> <li>Oils & Grease</li> <li>Philmac and Camlock fittings</li> <li>Polymaster Tanks and Accessories</li> <li>Spray Units</li> <li>Stock Troughs</li> <li>TeeJet Products</li> <li>V Belts</li> </ul>

GSR Rural Services is a family owned and operated rural business situated in Mt Barker in the great southern area of WA, employing 5 staff members with the focus on companion animals, fencing, water and irrigation. Our family has lived in this town for over 50 years and know the district well. GSR Rural Services stock produce for Sheep, Cattle, Horse, Poultry, Dogs, Cats, Alpacas, Pigs, Kangaroo, Emu, Camel, Rabbit & Guinea Pig, as well as a huge range of Bird Seeds. Our water fitting range is second to none in the town, and specialise in fitting out most clients needs with poly, PVC, brass, retic and galvanised fittings along with pipe, tanks and troughs. We are also the Toll freight depot in Mt Barker so a lot of the towns freight comes through our store making us a central point of distribution even for our competitors. Based on the old emporium style local store, where customer service is paramount not just lip service as many retailers think is the same, personalised service because we care, because it’s our business, where we know our clients, we know our products, put back into the community through sponsorship and participation in local events and are a genuine and truly independent rural service. My wife and I own the business and make the decisions, sometimes on the spot, not restricted by corporate rules, what is best for our customers comes first, and nothing is too hard to cater to clients requirements. With access to a myriad of suppliers-not-used we can source virtually any product you need.  To see our store and to get a look as to our range of stock, check out our facebook page. Don’t hesitate to call, email or drop in, you just never know we probably have got what you’re looking for. Regards, Geoff & Sharon.

Hart Rural Agencies is your local for Real Estate, quality livestock and for help on the land since 1995. The CB Hart franchise came from humble beginnings with the Barraba Branch being purchased in 1995 with just 4 staff. Since then we have grown our business to now incorporate a branch in Manilla and a full staff roster of 25. This makes CB Hart Pty Ltd one of the largest privately owned employers in the Barraba area.

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Hills Farm Supplies specialise in all facets of animal production. From pasture improvement and agronomy to animal nutrition and health we take a whole farm approach to improving animal productivity.  With over twenty years experience in the stockfeed and broader agricultural industries, the owners of  Hills Farm Supplies, Anthony Pearce and Michael Bowden, are able to support the products they sell with the knowledge that ensures the correct selection and application of your farming inputs. Whether a commercial operation or a small block owner we offer a wide range of products, competitive pricing and qualified advice to help make the choice that is right for you. Based in Mount Barker, Hills Farm Supplies is centrally located to enable it to service our clients throughout the Adelaide Hills, across South Australia as well as interstate.

BrownWigg has been proudly servicing the needs of our local community for many years now. By paying close attention to all of your business needs and meeting these requirements with a vast product range, our professional, courteous staff has developed a “Can Do” attitude that is second to none. No matter what you or your business requires, the BrownWigg team will find you the right product or service for the job, saving you valuable time and money before the job even begins. The BrownWigg team also possess ample expert product knowledge and problem-solving ability to customise solutions to meet your most exacting requirements. This ability to efficiently tailor product and service solutions has transformed BrownWigg into a real “One Stop Shop”, providing a true value-adding and cost-effective extension to our local business community.      Our extensive and “Top Brand” range of supplies and services cover all of the following areas: <ul> <li>Fertilisers</li> <li>Seed</li> <li>Agricultural Chemicals</li> <li>Animal Health</li> <li>Fencing</li> <li>Agronomy Services</li> <li>Power Equipment/Motorcycles</li> <li>Lubricants</li> <li>Hardware</li> </ul> With our earned reputation for excellence in the local community, our expansive range of goods and services and our team commitment to you and your business, you just can’t go past BrownWigg for quality, affordability and staff who care about your success.

Carrs' Seeds is a well-established company set up in the 1930’s, originally only providing fuel and seed. With the shift towards continuous cropping Carrs' Seeds diversified in the 1990's, offering a wide range of chemicals and fertilizer. A premium retailer specializing in broad-acre cropping, it also provides a range of agronomic and technical services, and advice.  Carrs' Seeds supply a wide range of products to suit most farmer requirements; including seed, chemicals, fertilisers, snail bait, animal health gear, field bins, canola rollers, grain silo bags, poly pipe fittings, water tanks, troughs, fencing gear, PPE gear and more. As a part of the service to regular customers Carrs’ Seeds have agronomists offering their expertise and experience to aid farmers to make wise decisions.

Bawdens is a family owned, small business with a big picture mindset.  Based in Tumby Bay on the lower Eyre Peninsula of South Australia, we offer all the latest solutions and knowledge, but with a local touch. Plus we are constantly innovating to satisfy the needs of our loyal customers. This has been our philosophy since the beginnings of the business back in the 1980s at Bawden’s Garage. It was here that James Bawden joined his brother Donald and started a sideline selling farm supplies and agricultural inputs. This clearly met a need and by 1992, Bawden’s Rural Supplies needed its own premises, which they purpose-built next door to the garage. In 1991, as the 'corporates' seemed to be taking over the farm input market, Bawdens was one of 10 independent stores who formed a new group - National Rural Independents (NRI). As the inaugural company secretary, James played a key role in establishing this group which enables us to provide wholesale pricing benefits to our customers while retaining independence as a small business. Building on this proud history,  Bawdens continues to operate with a service based philosophy. We are constantly seeking ways to add value for our customers. Whether that is providing a reliable supply of the latest, value-for-money products or offering innovative modern services. If you would like to know more about the way we do things, call in and have a chat with us next time you’re in town!

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