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DEALER IMPRINT

REMOTELY MONITOR AND CONTROL YOUR CENTER PIVOTS FROM ANYWHERE.Your time is too valuable to spend driving to fields turning pivots off and on. Remote communication with your center pivots is not only practical, but profitable. Save time and money with innovative technology from Valley® Irrigation and AgSense®. And get total control in the palm of your hand.

DEALER IMPRINT

REMOTELY MONITOR AND CONTROL YOUR CENTER PIVOTS FROM ANYWHERE.Your time is too valuable to spend driving to fields turning pivots off and on. Remote communication with your center pivots is not only practical, but profitable. Save time and money with innovative technology from Valley® Irrigation and AgSense®. And get total control in the palm of your hand.

IT’S TIME TO TAKE CONTROLOF YOUR OPERATION.

IT’S TIME TO TAKE CONTROLOF YOUR OPERATION.

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Rooney Farms is owned and operated by Pat Rooney, his son Bret, and Bret’s wife, Carlie. Their farming operation, located west of Satanta, KS, has been producing corn, milo, wheat and soybeans for over 90+ years, which has been passed down through four generations. The Rooneys, like many farmers, seem to think that there is never enough daylight in a day, which constantly posed the question: How can we be more productive with our time? The Rooney farm started using telemetry, a radio-based technology, to check their pivots back in the 1990’s. They could check their pivots from home computers, but this didn’t give them the mobility options that many farmers desire. Bret heard about AgSense® Field Commander from Teeter Irrigation, and was immediately intrigued by the versatility and freedom opportunities. They now have 14 of their 25 irrigation systems operating with AgSense technology. “We would check all 25 pivots at least two times a day, wasting more than an hour just driving to each system,” states Bret. “With AgSense, I can look at my phone app to see that everything is running correctly, change directions, or shut it off.” Bret also says that he loves having the immediate notification of system problems. If something is wrong, his phone sends him an alert, and he can tend to the situation right then. “In the past, we would check the systems in the morning, and everything would be fine. Then, we would go out around 4:00 that evening, and find that there was a problem that probably happened around 10:00 AM. We would then have to start a big project late in the evening, when we could’ve been notified that morning that there was a problem,” states Bret. Technology is something that Rooney Farms will never eliminate from their operations, according to Bret. He states that their time is too valuable, and they strive to become more efficient each day. AgSense® allows them to do just that.

By: Cassie TeeterTeeter Irrigation, Marketing

ROONEY FARMS RECOMMEND

DEALER IMPRINT

REMOTELY MONITOR AND CONTROL YOUR CENTER PIVOTS FROM ANYWHERE.Your time is too valuable to spend driving to fields turning pivots off and on. Remote communication with your center pivots is not only practical, but profitable. Save time and money with innovative technology from Valley® Irrigation and AgSense®. And get total control in the palm of your hand.

DEALER IMPRINT

REMOTELY MONITOR AND CONTROL YOUR CENTER PIVOTS FROM ANYWHERE.Your time is too valuable to spend driving to fields turning pivots off and on. Remote communication with your center pivots is not only practical, but profitable. Save time and money with innovative technology from Valley® Irrigation and AgSense®. And get total control in the palm of your hand.

IT’S TIME TO TAKE CONTROLOF YOUR OPERATION.

IT’S TIME TO TAKE CONTROLOF YOUR OPERATION.

CA1003

CA1003

www.valleyirrigation.com | www.agsense.net

www.valleyirrigation.com | www.agsense.net

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HOW AFFORDABLE IS AGSENSE?Pivot telemetry with AgSense is very affordable. Annual sub-scriptions vary from $200-$300 per system, depending on how much control is desired. The purchase and installation of the hardware are the only additional expenses. Updates to the firmware, mobile app, and website are covered by the subscription costs.HOW DO I KNOW WHAT IS BEST FOR MY OPERATION?AgSense specialists will help you see all available options that will give you optimum performance for your farm. They ask about the brand of pivot, what you are wanting to monitor, and show you different levels of control and pric-ing to best fit your needs. They’ll even help you set up your account, and give an online demonstration.

WHY WOULD I NEED THIS FOR NEARBY SYSTEMS?AgSense doesn’t only tell you when the system is running or stopped, it also generates reports showing water usage, hours of operation, and data that will help make future decisions for your crop.

Find us online: www.TeeterIrrigation.comMAKING EVERY OF WATER COUNT

IS AGSENSE JUST FOR CENTER PIVOTS?No, AgSense monitors flow meters, soil moisture probes, grain bins, weather sensors, tank levels, etc. It is versit-ile to work with different brands of pivots and farming equipment.

WHAT IF I NEED TECHNICAL SUPPORT?You can contact an AgSense representative through phone/live chat/email

Monday - Friday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM (CST)Saturdays 8:00 AM - NOON (April-August)

605-352-8350

AgSENSE Q&A:

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• Potential for 20-50% Water Savings Compared to Conventional Water Application Packages

• Accuracy of Watering for Small (100-500 GPM) Wells Throughout the Complete System

• Reduces or Eliminates Wheel Track Issues

• Increases Soil Moisture Resulting in More Water Banked Into the Soil Profile for Use by the Crop

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If you have questions, please call: Ryan McElroy (620) 353-7084 Alan Garey (620) 554-4097

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BEAT THE HEATSUMMER IS HERE!!! The kids are out of school, vacations are planned. It’s time to play baseball or softball, go fishing, go swimming or just slow down and take it easy for a while. For many, this is a true statement, but for others, this is one very busy season. Farmers are hurrying to get fall crops in the ground, and also getting ready to harvest wheat. No matter what your summer plans are, please take time to think just a little bit about safety. Let’s start with the most obvious summer time safety issues. HEAT comes to mind and should be at the top of everyone’s list. Humans and animals all deal with heat in different manners, but once either one gets too hot and dehydration starts to set in. Trouble won’t be too far behind. The young, the elderly, or sick are at the highest risk of heat illnesses, however anyone can be a victim of heat illness. Start the day by drinking water, before you ever go outside. Water is the best source of hydration for anyone. Electrolyte drinks are good, but only in moderation. 16 ounces of electrolytes per day should be sufficient for most people. Some of those types of drinks have too much sugar in them and are not beneficial in excess. Sodas, alcoholic beverages and energy drinks are also not the best source of fluids, as most of them have caffeine, which can have a diuretic effect on the body. WATER IS THE BEST BET.

NO TEXTING AND DRIVING. Have you tried not talking on the phone while you drive lately? I would like to challenge all of you to give it a try. Tell your family, friends and co-workers that you will not be answering your cell phone while you drive. Let them know you will check your phone and return their calls. Pull off the road to check your phone and make your calls or better yet if the call is not an emergency, return the call when you get to your destination. Whatever did we do before cell phones? Yes, they are convenient, but when you are driving they are a distraction. Try driving undistracted for a while. Some companies even have cell phone policies that entail shutting off the phone and putting it in the glove compartment when the employee is driving. I tried it for a month. It was strange at first, but once everyone accepted that I would not answer my phone, even with my hands free device, the calls during my drive times started to decrease. Did I stick with it? No, but I am planning to start it again in the next week. Wish me luck and again, I would like to challenge all of you to give it a try, too. Have a safe summer!

Don’t leave children or pets in a vehicle, even with the car running or even for a few minutes. The temperature climbs too high and too fast even with the air conditioner running.SUNBURNS can also a source summertime ills. Most of us have had at least one bad sunburn in our life, and I bet you can remember it like it was yesterday. They are painful and if bad enough can leave scars. Now, we are being told, skin cancer can be a result of overexposure to the sun. PROTECT YOUR SKIN. Wear a hat and long sleeved shirt, use sunscreen and apply it often throughout the day, and if at all possible, work outside earlier in the morning and late in the afternoon. The last suggestion is difficult, especially when 14 hour days are the norm. However, the other suggestions are fairly easy to follow. Summer time ROAD SAFETY suggestions. Pay attention to your driving and your surroundings. The weeds at the county road intersections are growing taller every day. Harvest is fast approaching and the grain trucks will be loaded and headed to the elevator. Watch out for them. They need time to get stopped. They cannot slam on the breaks and stop on a dime. There are bicyclists on the road. They have the right of way. Don’t be a distracted driver.

By: Lanette Teeter - Safety Director

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POSITIVE COMMUNICATES RESPECTFUL ENTHUSIASTIC NO FEAR TEAM PLAYER

WELCOMING

MANUEL RIVERA

Manuel Rivera is our newest employee at Teeter Irrigation. He will be working in the Service Department at the Ulysses branch. Manuel is the son of Arturo Rivera, who also works in the Ulysses Service Department. We are glad to have you here at Teeter Irrigation!

Save time and money by protecting your investment with an irrigation equipment policy and a choice of deductibles that fit your

needs.We have coverage for most brands of pivots, and a simplified claims process. Teeter Irrigation is the claims representative and repairman. Fast, in house approval means getting repairs done quick. Mechanical and electrical breakdown insurance covers damages caused by failure of the alignment system components and replacement cost coverage. Insurance to replacement value means no depreciation on repairs.

You can find the application forms to help you through your insurance process on our website, www.TeeterIrrigation.com.

Contact Cordy or Whitney at (620) 353-1111 or Kandi at (620) 675-8330 today for multi-peril coverage against hail, fire, lightning, flood, wind, tornado, theft,

vandalism and collision (with farm implement).

Changes in water quality across the country are shortening center pivot lifespans. pH levels can corrode weathering steel and galvanized pipe. Valley

® PolySpan® is long-lasting

and virtually indestructible. We’re so confident that Valley PolySpan is the best in the business that we offer a 20-year warranty.

VALLEY® POLYSPAN® RESISTS ALL FORMS OF CORROSION!

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DEALER IMPRINT

DEALER IMPRINT

Changes in water quality across the country are shortening center pivot lifespans. pH levels can corrode weathering steel and galvanized pipe. Valley

® PolySpan® is long-lasting

and virtually indestructible. We’re so confident that Valley PolySpan is the best in the business that we offer a 20-year warranty.

VALLEY® POLYSPAN® RESISTS ALL FORMS OF CORROSION!

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4 COLUMN x 5” (SAU50)7.708” x 5”

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MAKING EVERY OF WATER COUNT

• Quick & easy to install

• Keeps center pivots from getting stuck

• Reduces or eliminates tracks and ruts

• Fits tire sizes: 11.2x24, 11x24.5 $1700 Pair 11.2x38 $2000 Pair,14.9x24 $2125 Pair

• Spacers Available for Zimm/Reinke/T&L & Lockwood $185 Pair

• Can withstand bridges yet float with ease over acres of muddy terrainGet yours while supplies last!

SUBSURFACE DRIP IRRIGATION - SDI• Eliminates surface evaporation

• Reduces crop stress

• Extends life of irrigation system

• Prevents weed germination

• Eliminates herbicide wash-out

• Less salts from efficient irrigation

• Reduces labor requirements

• Reduces maintenance costs

• Safe and efficient delivery of fertilizers and chemicals

• Reduces animal, human or mechanical damage

GETTING THE BEST RETURN ON YOUR INVESTMENT

A well-designed systemquickly pays for itselfand adds to your bottomline. SDI systems allowgrowers to cut laborexpenses and moreefficiently managewater and nutrients.

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JOHNSON, KS.125 N. Frontage Rd./P.O. Box 533/67855Office...........................(620) 492-2362Toll Free: ......................(800) 261-2362Fax: ..............................(620) 492-2120Branch Coordinator .....Larry Morris

Mobile (620) 544-4090Sales: ............................Marshall Hart

Mobile (620) 351-1015Parts Manager: ..............Ted Musgrove

Mobile (620) 353-3210Pivot Service : .................Ernesto Lara

Mobile (620) 353-9831ULYSSES, KS. (Corporate)2729 W. Oklahoma/P.O. Box 987/67880Office: ..........................(620) 353-1111Toll Free: ......................(800) 524-5497Fax: ..............................(620) 353-1530Branch Coordinator: ........John Teeter

Mobile (620) 952-0222Sales/Netafim: .......... Brian Berglund

Mobile (620) 499-5050Aftermarket Sales:.................Jas Dale

Mobile (620521-2840Undgrnd/Meter Repair: ..Ryan McElroy

Mobile (620) 353-7084Pivot Service: ...............Tom Leggette

Mobile (620) 353-4542Parts Manager: ......Michelle Reppart

Mobile (620) 952-1285CORPORATE OFFICERSMonty Teeter ................................CEO

Mobile (620) 353-9507John Teeter..............Dir of Operations Mobile (620) 952-0222Kenneth Teeter ...........Vice President

Mobile (620) 353-9493John Teeter ...........................Secretary

Mobile (620) 952-0222Whitney Berglund .............Treasurer

Mobile (620) 952-0333

GARDEN CITY, KS.2707 W. Jones Ave/P.O. Box 1073/67846Office...........................(620) 275-7483Toll Free: ......................(800) 834-7481Fax: ..............................(620) 276-2652BranchCoordinator: .........J.R. Hunter

Mobile (620) 271-8711Sales: ..............................Skip Garner

Mobile (620) 271-8717Parts Manager: ........Jim Claussen

Mobile (620) 277-6774Pivot Service : ..........Chris Hindman

Mobile (620) 290-6451SUBLETTE, KS.1004 W. La Lande Ave/P.O. Box 777/67877Office: ..........................(620) 675-8330Toll Free: ......................(800) 840-1064Fax: ..............................(620) 675-8652Branch Coord.: ......Marlon Hoeffner

Mobile (620) 353-4521Sales: .......................... Kent Sherman

Mobile (620) 353-9999Parts Manager: ..............Steve Nelson

Mobile (620) 290-3053Pivot Service: .................Roy Forester

Mobile (620) 675-5236PLAINS, KS.1310 Ontario/P.O. Box 30/67869Office: ..........................(620) 563-7557Fax: ..............................(620) 563-7560Branch Coor.: .........Marlon Hoeffner

Mobile (620) 353-4521Sales: ........................... Kent Sherman

Mobile (620) 353-9999Parts Manager: ................Jim Mather

Mobile (620) 563-5232Pivot Service: .................Roy Forester

Mobile (620) 675-5236

WALSH, CO.532 N. Colorado/81090Office...........................(719) 324-5100Fax: ..............................(719) 324-5104Sales: ............................Marshall Hart

Mobile (719) 353-2382Parts Manager: .......Michele FigginsPivot Service : ................Saul Calzada

Mobile (719) 353-1431LAKIN, KS.106 E. Santa Fe Trail Blvd/67860Office...........................(620) 355-7483Fax: ..............................(620) 355-7484Parts Manager: ....................Ed Palacz

Mobile (620) 277-62392 FULL SERVICE

IRRIGATION PARTNERSCOLORADO STATE IRRIGATION318355 W. Hwy 50/Rocky Ford, CO/81067Branch Coord.:..............Mike WalterOffice: ..........................(719) 254-4022CIMARRON VALLEY IRRIGATION715 E. 11th St./Hugoton, KS/67951Branch Coord.:...............Jason TeeterOffice: ..........................(620) 544-7323

4 PARTS DEPOTSJ&F AUTO PARTS205 E. Colorado Ave./Holly, CO/81047Office: ..........................(719) 537-6551SCOTT CITY COOPE. First St./Scott City, KS/67871Office: ..........................(620)872-5823GOLDEN RULE, INC1100 W. Hwy 50/Syracuse, KS/67878Office: ..........................(620)384-7421KLEYSTEUBERPlymell Road/13060 S. Rd 20/67846Office: ..........................(620) 276-0850

OTHER SERVICESPIVOT INSURANCE2729 W. Oklahoma/Ulysses, KS/67880Pivot Ins: ......................Cordy RosalesPivot Ins: ..............Whitney BerglundToll Free: ......................(800) 254-5497Office: ..........................(620) 353-11111004 W. La Lande Ave./Sublette, KS/67877Pivot Ins: ....................Kandi HoeffnerOffice: ..........................(620) 675-8330

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