Ruralco

24/04/2025

There’s a new local favourite in town!🍽
The Salty Pig Eatery & Bar has opened its doors in Ashburton, offering the perfect spot for a morning coffee, a hearty lunch, or an evening of sports and great food.
From 7am to 3pm, enjoy the café, then from 3pm till late, settle in for a lively night at the bar.

Don’t forget to pay with your Ruralco Credit Card and save 5% every time you visit. Make The Salty Pig your new go-to, whether it’s brunch with friends or for game night.

23/04/2025

🌾 Stay ahead of the season with the latest insights from the Ruralco Grain Report - covering local, Australian, and global markets, plus up-to-date pricing information.

Read the latest report here: https://www.ruralco.co.nz/Products-Services/Seed-Agronomy/Grain-Report

22/04/2025

Carpet Court Ashburton are in-store this week until 30 April!

Explore their Carpet Sure Quote display for easy, transparent pricing on flooring options, plus a great selection of carpet samples to browse. Enjoy exclusive Ruralco pricing on featured carpets: Galaxy at $71/m², Apollo at $77/m², Berlin at $87/m², Munich at $100/m², and Fifth Ave at $126/m².

Pop in and see them at 498 East Street Ashburton, and don’t forget to use your Ruralco Credit Card to make the most of these awesome flooring specials.

21/04/2025

STORE CLOSURE:
Our stores will be closed this ANZAC Day, Friday 25 April, and also on Saturday 26 April, as we pause to honour the men and women—past and present—who have served our country.

In tribute, we’re sharing a cherished recipe from our lovely Membership & Services Manager, Lizzie Redfern.

ANZAC Biscuits were originally sent to soldiers overseas by wives and women’s groups, chosen for their long shelf life during naval transport. Today, they remain a thoughtful homemade gift—easy to stack, tie with ribbon, and share with someone special.

Lizzie says, "I like to serve the humble ANZAC Biscuit with a sprig or two of rosemary, the herb of remembrance and friendship."

Lizzie’s ANZAC Biscuit Recipe:

1 cup each of wholegrain rolled oats, flour, coconut, and brown sugar
¼ cup golden syrup
125g butter
2 tbsp boiling water
½ tsp baking soda

Preheat your oven to 160°C (fan bake).
Combine flour, oats, sugar, and coconut in a mixing bowl.
Gently heat the butter, golden syrup, and water. Stir in the baking soda, then mix into the dry ingredients.
Roll into balls, flatten on a lined tray, and bake for 15 minutes.
Cool on the tray for that perfect crisp finish.

Lest we forget. ❤️

18/04/2025

Brace yourselves. The Kit 2025 is out now!

From gumboots and safety boots to wet weather gear, overalls, and cosy winter layers, we’ve got everything you need to keep the whole family warm and dry this season.

📍 Available now in store and online
🧡 Shop trusted brands you know and love
🌧 Designed for real, rural conditions

Stay warm. Stay dry. Stay ready—with The Kit 2025: https://www.ruralco.co.nz/the-kit

17/04/2025

Your Easter roadie just got cheaper!⛽
With the long weekend here, it's the perfect time to hit the road and we've got great fuel prices at the Allied Hinds Truck Stop, located at 103 Peters Street, Hinds, on SH1 to help you on your way.

This Easter fuel pricing is available now and runs until next Tuesday 22 April, so make sure to fill up and save.

17/04/2025

🌾 Join the team in Rakaia – we’re hiring!

We’re on the lookout for a Farm Supplies Retail Assistant to join our friendly, service-focused Rakaia store! This full-time role is a great opportunity for someone with experience in rural retail and a genuine passion for helping our Mid Canterbury farming community thrive.

At Ruralco, we’re local first — proudly supporting our farmers since 1963. Be part of a team that values community, connection, and delivering real value.

Find out more or apply online at https://www.seek.co.nz/job/83467150

16/04/2025

Our Ruralco Golf Classic, held last Friday at the Tinwald Golf Course, was a great success. ⛳
We had a great turn out, with a generous amount of funds raised for Mid Canterbury Rural Support Trust.

We are excited to share the winners of the raffles, on-course challenges, and overall team winners for the Ruralco Golf Classic below.

🥇 1st Place Team: Daggy Ass: Alister Maxwell, Rory Maxwell, & Dayle Lucas.
🥈 2nd Place Team: Smith Seeds: Steve Forrester, Brad Quinlan, Angus Jemmett & Wayne Rodney McDowell.
🥉 3rd Place Team: Tarbotton Bashers: David Jones, Graham Boulton, Bradley Tarbotton & Stuart Tarbotton.

Ballance Longest Drive: Mark Milner, receiving a voucher for 1T of SustaiN fertiliser
Nutrien Ag Solutions Closest to the Pin: Jonny Gray, receiving a Nutrien Ag Solutions Prize Pack

Raffles:
1. FMG prize pack inclusive of a $500 Mitre 10 voucher - Maree Smith
2. Ballance Icey Tek Bin filled with great items - Grant Early
3. PlaceMakers Wheelbarrow filled with some great items - Ryan Gutsell
4. Newlands prize of a $200 Cleavers Corner voucher - Jane Helmore
5. Neumanns Prize pack - Steve Schmack
6. Nutrien Ag Solutions Prize pack - Dayle Lucas

Thank you to all who came along and participated in this event. We hope to see you again next year!

15/04/2025

We’re taking a little break over the long weekend, with our Ashburton, Methven, and Rakaia stores closed from Friday 18 to Monday 21 April for Easter.

We’ll reopen as usual on Tuesday 22 April.

🐣 While we’re away, let’s have a little fun… What’s your best Easter egg hiding spot? Tell us in the comments — we might just borrow a few ideas for next year!

Wishing you a safe and happy Easter from all of us at Ruralco.

14/04/2025

Straight off the paddock and onto the shelf – presenting the classic Mid Canterbury farmer. No cape. Just some gumboots and a Ruralco card. 🚜

Tag a classic Mid Canterbury farmer below 👇
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11/04/2025

A few shots from the green of our Ruralco Golf Classic at the Tinwald Golf Course today.
We couldn't have asked for a better day weather-wise, and we've been stoked to see such an awesome turn out of locals keen to play some golf and raise funds for Mid Canterbury Rural Support Trust ⛳️

10/04/2025

🚜 With herbicide resistance on the rise, the latest trial results from FAR offer insights in effective pre- and post-emergence herbicides, including new options for resistant w**d populations.

Find out more about the trial and some of the key results here: https://www.ruralco.co.nz/Latest-Ruralco-News/Latest-News/ArticleID/641/Identifying%20diverse%20herbicide%20options

09/04/2025

Shop Ruralco Home for stylish, quality gifts and homewares, and you could go in the draw to win an Easter Gift Basket! 🐣

Terms and conditions apply. Find more details in the post below👇🏼

🐣 Easter Giveaway 🐣

Mid Canterbury, it’s the perfect time to explore our collection of seasonal décor and find something for your home…or a little something for someone else.

Shop our Gift & Homeware range in store between 10–17 April 2025 and go in the draw to win a beautifully curated Easter Gift Basket filled with treats and seasonal favourites.

Winner notified on or before 2 May 2025.
Terms and conditions apply.

09/04/2025

Prepare your farm for winter with quality fencing from Martin at Mid Canterbury Fencing.
With over 20 years' working in the agricultural industry and a decade of fencing experience, Martin delivers durable, customised solutions for dairy conversions, deer fencing, stock yards and more.
Contact him today for a free quote and don't forget to use your Ruralco Credit Card.
Find out more here: https://www.midcanterburyfencing.co.nz/

08/04/2025

Win $500 for your local school with Ruralco & Mitre 10 New Zealand!
Every 10 transactions made with your Ruralco Credit Card earns you an entry into our Spend for Your School programme—giving you the chance to win $500 for a primary school that matters to you!
This month, we’re excited to team up with Mitre 10, New Zealand’s largest home improvement garden retailer, and trade merchant. With 84 locally owned stores, they’re all about supporting communities, offering an incredible range, expert advice, and great everyday prices. Learn more at https://www.ruralco.co.nz/News-Events/Spend-For-Your-School

Start shopping, support local businesses, and give back to your school today!

07/04/2025

🐐 From battling thistles to growing world-class fibre—the Harrisons of Temora Downs are turning to goats for natural w**d control and a new revenue stream. Discover how this Mayfield farming family is helping rejuvenate New Zealand’s Cashmere industry in a big way.

Read their full story at https://www.ruralco.co.nz/Latest-Ruralco-News/Latest-News/ArticleID/645/TemoraDowns

04/04/2025

Need to upgrade your fencing?
Whether it's dairy conversions, stock yards, deer fencing, vineyards or residential fencing, Ed's team as you covered.
They even offer a log splitting service to help you get ready for winter.
Arrange your free estimate or consultation today, and don't forget to use your Ruralco Credit Card.
Call Ed now on 027 4399 322!

02/04/2025

Don't miss out - the Ruralco Golf Classic is happening next Friday! ⛳️
This is more than just a day on the course—every dollar raised goes directly to the Mid Canterbury Rural Support Trust to support rural communities.
With great prizes and raffles, exciting challenges, and delicious food, this is an event you will not want to miss. Spots are filling fast, so get your team together and sign up today: https://www.ruralco.co.nz/Ruralco-Golf-Classic-Registration