This Season, Plan Ahead!

"Success favors the well prepared."
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This quote has become our montra for the 2022 and 2023 growing seasons, and we strongly encourage you to make it yours too! Due to supply chain disruptions, price increases and shortages, our ability to quickly source parts, equipment, tires, etc. has been severely impacted. Gone are the days when we had unlimited access to these items and one week delivery dates. At the Ag Service Center, we’ve adapted our daily operations to include a stronger emphasis on planning and preparing for the future needs of our patrons. Yet, like any true partnership, our efforts will only go so far. Your involvement is key. In order to help you be successful for the 2022 growing season, we ask that you also plan ahead and think about your future needs. By doing so, we are able to work through the significant delays, source what you need and meet your time expectations.

Key Updates From The Ag Service Center

FARM EQUIPMENT

• PLAN AHEAD and Pre-Order Spring Tillage for 2023

  If you anticipate needing new tillage equipment for spring 2023, stop in and talk to us now! If you wait to place your order until next winter it may be too late. Currently, we are receiving diggers that were ordered last spring. Don’t wait!

• New and Used Spring Tillage

  The Ag Service Center in Lafayette does have some inventory on hand for used spring tillage. We also have some new inventory coming in, although it is limited. If you need a specific piece of equipment and you don’t see it on our lot, stop in or give us a call. We will work with you to find what you’re looking for.

• New and Used Hay Tools

            Hay season is just around the corner! Our new and used hay tool inventory is arriving for the season,                      however, it is unclear how long it will last and if we will be able to re-order. Stop in to get what you need                  right away. We carry round balers, rakes, hay tedders, 3-point mowers and more!

• Skidsteers and attachments

  We have skidsteers and attachments on order. If you need one or the other, plan ahead and contact us today!

• Lawn and Garden

  We proudly service and sell lawn mowers, tillers, snow blowers, chain saws, weed whips, leaf blowers and more! Stop in and visit us for all of your lawn and garden needs.

• 2023 Equipment Needs - All Lines of Equipment

  90% of current orders do not arrive until 2023! Plan ahead! If you know you need new equipment, or you’re thinking about getting new equipment, stop in and place your order now. The supply chain challenges are not improving, this issue will persist well into 2023.
  
  Planter Repair + Parts Available
  We hope that you don't have issues this spring. But, if you do know that our shop can service ALL planters regardless of brand, model or year.

           Vermeer Net Wrap and Bailer Twine
           We currently have a wide selection of Vermeer net wrap and baler twine.  Get in and take care of your bale             season needs for the year now before it is too late. 
           
           WilRich Field Cultivator Parts in Stock
           As a friendly reminder, we have parts on hand for all WilRich field cultivators (old and new).

           Spray Equipment + Parts
           We carry many different lines of sprayer equipment as well as parts from tips to pumps and everything in                 between! We have a variety of parts in stock now, stop in and get what you need for the sprayer season                 before they're gone.

 

GRAIN HANDLING

• Watch for Dryer Pre-Season Letter

Our annual, pre-season dryer service letter will be hitting mailboxes in early May. Completing the form and returning it to us is extremely important as it will ensure we get you scheduled for summer service. If you don’t get this letter, call the Ag Service Center at 507.228.8224 by May 15th and we will get you scheduled. The form will also be available at ufcmn.com/equipment.

• Grain System Repairs

Don’t wait until fall to schedule your repairs! To prevent system downtime during harvest, plan ahead and get your appointment secured now.

• New and Used Dryers for Sale

If you are on the hunt for dryers, we do have a variety of used options on the lot. We also have new dryers on order. Stop by and we will gladly assist!

• Grain Bin Sales and Grain Handling Projects for 2023

With price increases, availability issues and labor challenges, it is to your benefit to get your project scheduled now.

PRECISION AG

When you hit the field this spring, if you have questions about your Precision Planting technology, or how you planter is performing with Precision Planting technology, call or text Jason directly at 507.276.4247 for assistance.

Looking ahead, precision ag product availability is not ideal. If you are looking to purchase Precision Planting Planters or Yield Monitors, or Ag Leader Auto Steer or Yield Monitors, stop in and get your order placed today!

?-Chad Wilson, Director of Ag Services, Ag Service Center