Business Planning
The most important part of planning is writing it down. RAIN staff have a varied background to analyze business opportunities. We will help you define a strategy, research your market and competitive position, and create a clear business plan to articulate the opportunity.
Contact David Thompson at dthompson@ssmic.com or 705 942 7927 ext 3027
Soil Sampling Services
RAIN is now offering a soil sampling service to help local producers get the most from their soils/land. A RAIN representative will take soil samples from each field necessary, the samples will be sent out to a lab to be analyzed. When results come back, a copy of the test results will be provided, as well as a fertilizer recommendations.
Pricing depends on location and number of samples.
Contact Mikala Parr for more information at mparr@ssmic.com or 705-942-7927 ext. 3046
Feed Sampling Services
RAIN is now offering a forage sampling service to help local producers make informed decisions on feeding. A RAIN representative will take samples from each lot of hay that needs to be sampled using a forage probe. Samples will be sent to a lab to be analyzed. When results come back, a copy of the test results will be provided as well as recommendations. Pricing depends on location and number of samples.
Contact Mikala Parr for more information at mparr@ssmic.com or 705-942-7927 ext. 3046
Custom Lime and Custom Fertilizer Application
With the increased amount of lime coming into Algoma we have noticed an interest in custom services for farmers who require fertilizer and lime recommendations and application. To assist in efforts to amend soil for increased crop productivity the RAIN will be offering the custom application services in communities from Sault Ste. Marie to Huron Shores. Pricing depends on acreage amount.
Contact Mikala Parr for more information at mparr@ssmic.com or 705-942-7927 ext. 3046
Equipment Rentals
RAIN has a trailer to transport equipment – just hitch on and go or contact us for delivery rates
6′ Great Plains/Kincaid No-Till Seed Drill (3P 606NT)
- Requires minimum 60hp tractor
- Two seed boxes enable planting of large or small seeds
- Attachment and seat allows for small plot establishment
- $20-$30/acre depending on scale
Yeomans SB-6 Subsoiler Plow
- Requires minimum 60hp tractor
- Subsoiler with two 26″ shanks
- Designed for minimal above-ground disturbance
- $10-$20/acre depending on scale
For more on subsoiling/deep ripping, check out this video from RealAgriculture.com