FAQ

Yes, we can formulate a blend specifically for you or based on your own recipe. Custom blends require a minimum 1000# order.

We leave that up to the local hay producers. They can control quality much better than we could. We do have straw available at all locations but supplies can get tight during certain times of the year.

• Delivery IS what we do. For feed orders or products from our retail locations, delivery is available for a small drop charge of $25 per delivery on a regular route day. We deliver bulk feeds too but because these trucks are not scheduled on a specific route day, the delivery fee schedule is based on distance from our mill. We deliver propane, refined fuels, fertilizers and chemicals, farm supplies, and Dairy Doo too!
• Deliver is available with a minimum order of $200.00 worth of product and then there is a $25.00 drop charge
• Fuels and chemicals can not be transported with feed items on our delivery trucks

Yes, through our terminal in Atwood, we buy local corn, oats, wheat and rye. Our goal is to source these grains from producers in northern Michigan only. We also offer grain marketing services so between our annual grain requirements and outside destinations, we can move your grain.

Answer should read: “YES, we are be happy to support the collection and submittal process for your soil analysis, upon receiving the results from our outside laboratory, our Agronomists will provide recommendations that will provide your best opportunity to maximize your yields! Stop by any of our locations to submit your soil sample and request an analysis from one of our team members.

 Yes, we carry a complete line of products from Morgan composting in all locations. Bagged or in tote bags. We also handle bulk Dairy Doo in Alanson, Atwood and Mancelona.

Yes we carry many organic products. Many of our dog foods, chicken feeds, fertilizers and soil amendments are considered to be organic.

Yes, we welcome everyone to visit the Cooperative at any of our locations. We feel that being owned and operated by farmers provides the general public the opportunity to the same savings afforded to our members, we do not have the overhead of the big box stores that results in inflated prices to the general public, we are service oriented and very competitively priced in all aspects of our business.

We stock RFID tags at all locations and will register them with the state under your name or premise ID#

Although we do not sponsor individual 4H projects, we really enjoy assisting members with feed and nutrition selection. We will visit your farm or barn and provide expert advice on a personal basis, or meet with your club in a group setting. You can also count on us to be in attendance at any of the five different county auctions to bid up or purchase your project.

If you call us toll free at 877-885-0095 and ask your questions, we will direct you to the proper person or department. Our phone system is linked company wide and we will get you the answers you need.

While many pet medications are dispensed by prescription only, we do carry dog vaccinations at all of the retail locations.

Yes, all retail locations stock a wide variety of vegetable, tomato and sweet corn seeds. We even carry some bulk flower seeds too.

Yes, all locations can order chicks for you. We do recommend ordering during the warmer months, but we also have heat lamps and bulbs available for purchase as well. You’ll want to keep those little peeps warm for a while!!

Your dog may be experiencing an allergic reaction. You may want to try changing his/her diet to a dog food with no by-products or grains. We have several choices including fish based feeds that have high omega and natural oils which enhances skin and coat condition. Also try a sensitive skin shampoo with aloe to help soothe the itch.

Essential K from Kalmbach Tribute Feeds is a excellent option for all the nutrients your horse will need. With only a small amount per day with their normal grain and hay diet, your horse’s nutrient intake will be satisfied. Plus, you can give Essential K to all classes of horses.

For moss, we recommend spraying it with a copper sulfate solution after you’ve roughed up the surface. Once the moss is dead, you can rake it up, and then apply ag lime or pelletized lime to neutralize the PH in the soil. Then you can seed, fertilize, water and enjoy the green grass.

For areas with urine spots, we recommend sprinkling the area with gypsum to help neutralize the damaged spots. For insect and grub control, we recommend applying an insecticide like Dylox. Many insecticides needs to be ‘watered in’ so application right before forecasted rain or running your sprinkler system will ensure better results.

We carry a complete 4 step approach to lawn and weed maintenance and we carry organic fertilizers as well.

Yes we deliver on and off road premium diesel fuel. We identify our product as DieselX Gold. It is truly a premium diesel fuel with a 48 cetane rating to aid hard starts. It also contains a complete additive package to keep your engine running cleaner and improving efficiency by up to 8%

Yes we deliver both ethanol free (91 octane) and 10% ethanol added (87 octane) gasolines. Both products feature Clean Flow additive technology to restore engjne performance and fuel economy, to clean injectors and remove intake valve deposits, to minimize hesitation and stalling, to inhibit corrosion, lower emissions and help prevent oxidation, gum, and peroxide formation in stored fuels

Our Suprex Gold brand of motor oil and Power Fluid brand of HTF are designed to work hard. Years of technology, reformulation, and chemistry have developed the best products that are available in today’s marketplace. They are all API licensed and meet or exceed all OEM specifications and are available in quarts, 2.5 gallon containers or in bulk. We use them exclusively in our fleet!!

Yes, from our tire center in Ellsworth we handle tires for automobiles, trucks, semis, trailers, ATV’s and all farm equipment. Give us a call and we’ll recommend brands and schedule you in!