2006 CALENDAR YEAR
12/08/06 Rosenort Agro and Agrico join forces
10/16/06 Agrico announces closure of Woodville Farm Centre
09/28/06 Agrico acquires Plaunt Farm Service Ltd. property in Lindsay, ON
08/17/06 Agrico party successful; celebration continues
06/26/06 Olympic medalist celebrates Agrico 75th
05/10/06 Agrico to celebrate 75th anniversary at Open House in Port Hope, ON
04/10/06 Agrico to add liquid storage at St. Thomas, Ontario facilities

Rosenort Agro and Agrico join forces
Mississauga, Ontario, December 8, 2006 - Rosenort Agro Ltd. entered into a joint venture agreement with one of its fertilizer suppliers this week. Agrico Canada Ltd/Ltée purchased 50 per cent of the company's shares from owners Chuck and Rudy Brandt. Joining in the share purchase agreement is current General Manager Dennis Benjamin.

"Chuck and Rudy will continue as active consultants with Rosenort Agro and Denis Benjamin will maintain his role as general manager," says Agrico president R. L. (Bob) Whitelaw. "We don't expect anything to change at Rosenort Agro as a result of this deal."

Chuck and Rudy Brandt's father, Levi, began selling petroleum products to Rosenort customers in the 1940s and, eventually, he became an Esso agent selling fertilizer and crop protection products as well. In 1978, he incorporated the business and became an independent dealer supported by suppliers, Agrico and Simplot. In the 1980s, Levi's sons Chuck and Rudy entered into a partnership with their father and eventually assumed responsibility for the entire business. The joint venture with Agrico is one more step on the path the company has taken for over 60 years.

"This partnership with Agrico will not change anything," says Chuck Brandt. "Our customers will not see any differences in the way the business is run. All the services and products we have always offered will still be available but Agrico is bringing some enhancements to the business that will benefit our customers now and into the future. When Rudy and I were considering the future of Rosenort Agro, we placed a high value on the future of local ownership. The partnership with Agrico accommodates this very well. Agrico is a company committed to partnerships with local management."

"Agrico is pleased to be involved in this venture in the fertile Red River Valley," adds Whitelaw. "We look forward to helping growers in this area do what they do best, and with the history of good and honest service behind us thanks to the Brandt family, Rosenort Agro will continue to support local agriculture as it always has."

Agrico announces closure of Woodville Farm Centre
Woodville, Ontario, October 16, 2006 - Agrico wishes to inform all Woodville-area customers that the company has decided not to renew its lease at the Woodville location. A plan is in place to close the facility in the New Year, and all customers will be informed of the closure date well in advance to minimize any disruption.

Agrico cites a variety of factors that have contributed to this decision. The major reason is that, with all of the changes in agriculture over the last five years, the Woodville location has been struggling. When you, our customers, are suffering due to BSE, low beef prices, low pork prices and low commodity prices, your struggles become our struggles.

Agrico is confident the Ag economy will rebound as it has in the past; however, with consolidation at the farm gate it has become necessary and prudent to consolidate our Victoria county operations. Consequently, Agrico has coupled this action with the recent purchase of Plaunt Farm Services on Little Britain Road in Lindsay. At this new centrailized site, Agrico is expanding the retail farm store, building a new bulk fertilizer warehouse, installing a new high capacity tower blender and building a new AWSA approved chemical warehouse; all to better serve the needs of its customers and other local farmers. In addition, we are very pleased to announce that we have offered employment to Woodville's key staff at our new location, after the closure of Woodville Farm Centre.

To further serve your needs, Agrico will also be developing a new weekly bagged feed delivery route in Lindsay and surrounding areas, including Woodville. We trust you understand our decision - it was not made lightly. Agrico wants to ensure its customers experience minimal disruption in running their operations. We thank you for your support over the years and we want to continue as your farm, feed and crop input supplier in the future!

Agrico acquires Plaunt Farm Service Ltd. property in Lindsay, ON
Mississauga, Ontario, September 28, 2006 - The Lindsay, Ontario, area will soon have a more efficient, better serviced farm supply centre. On Sept 20, Agrico Canada Limited/Limitée announced it purchased the property of Plaunt Farm Service Ltd. and negotiated to continue offering that company's line of farm supplies. The acquisition gives Agrico a better location from which to serve both farm and urban customers and a more complete line of supplies to meet the needs of this diverse agricultural area.

"This is a very positive move for Agrico with a positive outcome for our customers," says Agrico president R. L. (Bob) Whitelaw. "Our old location was no longer meeting our needs and we can now add better blending facilities with improved delivery time."

The acquisition of the eight acre Plaunt Farm Service facility on Little Britain Road allows for construction of a high-speed, state-of-the-art fertilizer bulk blending tower and crop protection storage. The new farm supply store will carry all of Agrico's product lines in addition to the many farm supplies that were offered by Plaunt Farm Service. The exception will be the Delaval dairy equipment that will continue to be offered by Plaunts on Duritan Street West in Lindsay.

"I feel so good about this deal," enthuses Plaunt. "Agrico is going to bring some more great products to the business and our customers will now have access to more products, such as fertilizer, livestock feed, pet foods and bird seed. This move also allows us to focus on dairy farm equipment."

Plaunt will help during the transition which he sees as a way to continue assisting long term customers. He says there will be no disruption of service for either operation and his dairy customers can find him at the new location on October 23.

"This is a positive move for other farm-related businesses in the Lindsay area as well," explains Plaunt. "When a company of Agrico's stature moves into a location all the other businesses benefit with the increased traffic."

Construction on the new facility will begin immediately with Agrico anticipating the move from its current location in Lindsay by mid-November.

"We intend to be serving customers through the transition and we will be operating at full capacity for the spring season," adds Whitelaw.

Agrico party successful; celebration continues
Mississauga, Ontario, August 17, 2006 - A successful 75th anniversary party in Port Hope on July 8 was not the end of the celebrations for Agrico Canada Limited/Limitée. Instead it has served as a springboard for other opportunities to applaud the company's many years of service to Canadian agriculture.

"We have been overwhelmed with congratulations on the event and we have had requests for a photo CD from the event," says Agrico president R. L. (Bob) whitelaw. "It was a lot of work which paid off in ways we did not expect."

The celebration began with a day-long public open house with displays of vintage tractors and fertilizer application equipment supplied by Hope Agricultural Heritage Club; modern fertilizer application equipment displayed by Northumberland Grain and White Trim Farms; historical banners loaned by the Canadian Agricultural Hall of Fame and Country Heritage Park; and a collection of Agrico memorabilia culled from the company and other sources.

A highlight during the day was a presentation by Dr. Jay Lehr of Nutrients for Life Foundation, who gave an enlightening and entertaining talk on modern fertilizer practices and how they are necessary to feed a growing world population. His five key messages that fertilizers are drawn from nature; farmers are only replacing nutrients that are lost at harvest; the world needs fertilizer to feed itself; fertilizers conserve land and preserve wildlife habitat; and farmers are environmental stewards were heard by a crowd of over 150 listeners. Following his presentation, Dr. Lehr answered questions and handed out brochures to an eager audience who had not witnessed a presentation of this kind before.

Another special guest, Olympic Speed Skating silver medalist Shannon Rempel, signed autographs and showed off her medal to fans of her sport and the Olympics.

"Dr. Lehr gave an enlightening presentation and we have had a great deal of positive feedback on this with requests for videotapes and for directions to the website www.fertile-minds.org," Whitelaw adds. "Shannon's success illustrates her own determination which is similar to many people who work in the agriculture industry where, with hard work, dreams come true and success can happen."

The day was capped off with an invitation only dinner where long-term Agrico customers, suppliers, and employees were recognized. The crowd of some 250 guests were later were entertained by Canadian comedian Brent Butt.

Even though the organizers believed the party to be over, requests for more information on the displays, the speakers, and the clown troupe that entertained during the day have been arriving at Agrico's head office.

Olympic medalist celebrates Agrico 75th
Mississauga, Ontario, June 26, 2006 - Olympic speed skating silver medalist Shannon Rempel will be in Port Hope, Ontario, to attend the Agrico Canada Limited/Limitée diamond anniversary celebrations. The Winnipeg native will be on hand to support the company that has been sponsoring her for much of her skating career and she is looking forward to meeting fans, showing off her medal and talking about what it feels like to be an Olympian. Agrico is holding an open house on July 8, 2006 at the Town Park Recreation Centre in Port Hope in honour of its 75th anniversary and invites the public to come to meet Rempel and share in other events.

Rempel won the medal in the Team Pursuit event during her first appearance at an Olympic Games alongside teammates Cindy Klassen, Kristina Groves, Clara Hughes and Christine Nesbitt. While Rempel's name may not sound as familiar as those of her team mates, she is well-known on the international speed skating circuit. In 2003, Rempel was World Junior Champion and she has been named Canadian Junior Female Athlete of the Year twice - in 2003 and 2004. In 2005, she won a silver medal in a 1000 meter event on the World Cup Circuit and, in 2006, she placed 9th overall at the World Cup Sprint Championship. But, the highlight of 2006 was likely her silver medal in Torino, Italy, along with the four other Canadians.

The connection to Agrico is a strong one because Rempel's father, Rick, has been employed by the company for 25 years and holds the position of vice president for marketing, western Canada. Both Rempels will be at the 75th anniversary open house between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.

The Open House is being called "A Walk Through Time" and features displays of Agrico memorabilia, vintage equipment supplied by the Hope Agricultural Heritage Club, and modern fertilizer equipment from Northumberland Grain and company farm centres in Lindsay and Belleville. Agrico encourages the public to come and ask questions about the role agriculture plays in our daily lives and to meet Shannon Rempel. Another highlight of the day will be the Fertile Minds Mini-Expo at 1:30 p.m. presented by Dr. Jay Lehr, who will put an entertaining and educational spin on the business of agriculture and the role of fertilizer in the industry.

Agrico's history in the Port Hope area encompasses more than just the head office that opened in 1931, but was moved to Toronto in 1965. The company continues to operate in a joint venture partnership with Northumberland Grain in Cobourg and Brighton and it was instrumental in introducing many of the agronomic innovations considered commonplace on many area farms.

Beginning in Port Hope, Agrico Canada Limited/Limitée has withstood the tests of time to become one of the premier, and oldest, fertilizer companies in Canada. Agrico owns fertilizer storage terminals at Hamilton, St. Thomas, and Cobourg, Ontario; Chambly, Quebec; and Oak Bluff, Manitoba and leases facilities in Port Stanley, Ontario; Biggar, Saskatchewan; and St. Paul, Minnesota. Agrico operates three fertilizer blending facilities in Lindsay and Belleville, Ontario, and Chambly, Quebec. The company has 11 joint venture partners in Ontario, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan.

Agrico to celebrate 75th anniversary at Open House in Port Hope, ON:
Mississauga, Ontario, May 10, 2006 - Agrico Canada Ltd/Ltée is pleased to announce an Open House celebration on July 8, 2006 in honour of our 75th anniversary, to be held where it all began, at Port Hope, Ontario (see below for details). This exciting event is open to the public (free admission) and will include: a unique "Walk Through Time" display of vintage and modern agricultural equipment; Agrico memorabilia; clowns; local service groups; door prizes; and a very special presentation of the Fertile Minds Mini-Expo, hosted by Dr. Jay Lehr, a noted scientist, author, and advocate for agriculture.

"Agrico introduced soil testing, custom blending of fertilizer products, and we helped growers understand the value a good fertility program can have on the bottom line," says Agrico president R.L. (Bob) Whitelaw. "I think people who come to our open house will be surprised by what Agrico has accomplished over the years. And, to think it all started here in Port Hope."

This event will be fun for the whole family! We hope to see you there! Details of the event: Date: July 8, 2006 Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. (Fertile Minds Mini-Expo featuring Dr. Jay Lehr from 1:30 - 2:30 p.m.) Location: Town Park Recreation Centre - 62 McCaul Street, Port Hope, Ontario

Agrico to add liquid storage at St. Thomas, Ontario facilities:
Mississauga, Ontario, April 10, 2006 - Construction is scheduled to begin on a new UAN storage tank at Agrico Canada Limited/Limitée's St. Thomas fertilizer terminal. The 10,000 MT tank will add to the existing 30,000 MT of dry storage that opened in 1974.

A leased facility eight miles south at Port Stanley served as the company's UAN storage in the area until the owners of the property required 14,000 MT of the 32,000 MT storage leased by Agrico for their own use. This prompted Agrico to consider other options with the resulting decision to build at the company's current St. Thomas location. Ease of delivery and receipt of product were deciding factors when making the decision, according to Agrico president R. L. (Bob) Whitelaw.

"We face some logistic challenges at Port Stanley as we can no longer receive product by boat at this location due to the Federal Government's decision to stop dredging the river," says Whitelaw, "and at St. Thomas we can receive by unit train." Agrico will continue to use the remaining 18,000 MT leased storage in Port Stanley and with the new facility being constructed at St. Thomas, Whitelaw says Agrico customers in Southwestern Ontario will have improved access to product.

"The new tank at St. Thomas will be completed on time to be filled with UAN in the fall of 2006," Whitelaw adds. "We see this as a natural progression to meet the needs of our customers and the type of facility Agrico requires to meet those needs."

Agrico Canada Limited/Limitée also owns 20,000 MT UAN storage at Hamilton, 3,500 MT UAN storage at Cobourg, Ontario and a17,500 MT liquid storage facility in Oak Bluff, Manitoba. In addition to UAN storage terminals, it operates a network of warehouses for dry product in eastern and western Canada and St. Paul, Minnesota.

Dexter & Karen Harder and Agrico become 50/50 partners in Northumberland Grain:
Brighton, Ontario, September 14, 2005 - Northumberland Grain Inc. is a grain elevator and crop input business started in July 1996 with the Harders, Agrico and Ben Currelly as 1/3 owners. In April 2002 Northumberland Grain Inc. expanded by purchasing the Agrico Cobourg Farm Centre.

On September 12, 2005 the company redeemed the shares held by Ben Currelly thereby affecting the new 50/50 arrangement with the Harders and Agrico. The Harders and Agrico want to acknowledge the contributions made by Mr. Currelly to Northumberland Grain Inc. while he was a partner and wish him the best as he pursues other interests.

Northumberland Grain Inc. has been successful in growing the business and increasing market share through top level customer service and their commitment to agriculture and the community. The company is in a position to improve and expand their facilities in order to continue offering their customers top level service.

Northumberland Grain Inc. is a member of the Certified Crop Care Association.

Daniel Rivait joins Agrico Canada Limited/Limitée:
Mississauga, Ontario, June 5, 2005 - Agrico Canada is pleased to announce that DANIEL RIVAIT will be joining our firm as the Business Development Manager effective September 1, 2005. Dan will be involved in marketing on the wholesale side, product procurement of new products and supplies and new business opportunities.

Dan has been involved in all major areas of the crop input business during his 20 plus years in the industry and brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the Agrico team. He is well known and respected by the industry in eastern Canada and by suppliers worldwide. Dan's participation will be a key ingredient in Agrico's plans for future development.

Agrico Hires Joe Allison:
Mississauga, Ontario, April 5, 2005 - Agrico Canada Ltd./Ltée. is pleased to announce the hiring of JOE ALLISON effective April 11, 2005.

Joe is no stranger to Agrico nor the fertilizer business in North America. Joe had worked for Agrico as Account Manager in Ontario from 1980 to 1986 before joining Kalium Chemicals, where he worked for 17 years, then took early retirement on September 24, 2003. During that period IMC obtained Kalium and Joe became the Canadian Sales Manager for IMC/Kalium during which time Agrico was one of his accounts.

Joe is well known and respected by the manufacturing industry, dealers and government and brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to Agrico. Joe will be working out of his home office in Newmarket and covering dealers in Eastern Canada, reporting to M.S. (Mort) Hallowell, the Eastern Canada Sales Manager.

New Partner for Garex Ag:
Herbert, Saskatchewan, December 29, 2004 - Garex Ag Inc. of Herbert, Saskatchewan, signed a joint venture agreement with Agrico Canada Limited/Limitée this week to form a 50/50 partnership. Principle owner of Garex Ag, Gary Francis continues as president of the new company. "This partnership will allow us to give our customers a better level of service," says Francis. "This deal gives us a link with a strong supplier and a strong company and that can only be good for us and our customers.

Garex Ag began offering fertilizer and other crop inputs to area growers in 1979 and eventually built a storage and blending facility at Riverhurst in partnership with Lakeline Ag Resources to better serve the market. Located in the irrigated potato growing area of the south shore of Lake Diefenbaker, Garex Ag is surrounded by an aggressive and expanding group of seed potato, cereal and specialty crop producers. The joint venture with Agrico will allow the company to expand and will guarantee a consistent supply of fertilizer for Garex Ag's market area.

"This partnership will give us a dependable supply of quality fertilizer products, including the latest in micronutrients and associated technology," states Francis.

"This joint venture agreement with Garex Ag is exactly the type of relationship Agrico seeks," says R. L. Whitelaw, Agrico's president. "We learned our two companies share many of the same business ethics and that can only lead to a strong relationship." Francis agrees. "I think this will be a good deal for both of us because it links us with a company that will help us maintain our service and supply goals."

Agrico closes manure management project:
Mississauga, February 20, 2004 - After three years, it is gone. The high-tech manure management project launched by Agrico Canada Limited/Limiteé in the fall of 2000 has been closed indefinitely. The company cites numerous reasons for the demise of what, for many producers, was an environmentally responsible means of disposing of manure.

"We were excited about this technology," says Jay Whitelaw, special projects director for the company. "But, depressed markets due to the present state of the meat industry in Canada and the slow development of legislation on nutrient management, makes it impossible for us to continue offering this service."

The technology developed by Ag-Chem (AGCO) injected manure into the soil leaving minimal odour and reducing the possibility of residue run off. By testing the nutrient quality of the manure first, Agrico used agronomics to balance the nutrient levels before injecting the product into the soil. For producers, it was a responsible means of disposing of waste material while ensuring proper, balanced nutrition was fed to the soil. In the end, due to the permitted use of less costly means of disposing of waste materials and the current poor economic situation in the animal sector, says Whitelaw, it was too costly to operate.

Whitelaw insists that as regulations become more stringent regarding environmental stewardship and when the economy turns around in the animal sector, this is the technology of the future. "We still believe in this technology," adds Whitelaw. "Unfortunately, it appears the future is still a few years away."

Agrico Canada Limited/Limiteé is selling its manure management equipment, but does not deny that it could resurrect the technology if animal production difficulties and government regulations change. Meanwhile, the company will continue to focus on the other aspects of its crop fertility business.

New position supports Western Canada customers:
Oak Bluff, Manitoba, February 16, 2004 - With an emphasis on serving customers and providing more agronomic support, Agrico Canada Limited/Limiteé, has appointed Howard Heinrichs to the position of Account Manager for western Canada. Covering an area in Manitoba and Saskatchewan, Heinrichs will add to the number of service representatives based at the company's Oak Bluff office.

"We felt that our expanding customer base and product line required the support of another staff person ," says Rick Rempel, Sales Manager for Western Canada. "Our goal at Agrico is to continue to grow and, in order to meet that growth, we need another knowledgeable person on staff."

Heinrichs, according to Rempel, fits the job description of someone who knows the market, has a recognized expertise in crop production and is a familiar face in western Canadian agriculture. He takes over the new position on February 23.

"I'm excited about this opportunity to work with a company that puts the needs of customers foremost in its corporate goals," says Heinrichs. "I know I can build relationships with customers and meet their needs and I intend to provide the same high quality service that Agrico customers have come to appreciate." Rempel adds that Heinrichs will be responsible for promoting Agrico's many materials, which include bulk dry and liquid fertilizers and micro-nutrients.

Crop consultant divides time between retailers
Orangeville, December 22, 2003 - A crop consultant with over 15 years experience in agri-retail is joining the marketing and agronomy teams for Holmes Agro Ltd. of Orangeville and Atwood Farm Supply of Atwood. Archie Wilson will be sharing his expertise and time equally with both companies beginning December 29.

"Archie brings valuable experience in both crop and business management," says Jeff Holmes of Holmes Agro. "His appointment is a very positive move for both companies as there are synergies between both operations and they will benefit from his years of experience and knowledge."

Wilson's mandate at Holmes Agro and Atwood Farm Supply will be to develop agronomic solutions for growers in the market areas of both companies. "I want to bring an innovative approach to finding answers to growers' questions," he says. "Farmers are all individuals and one generic answer will not meet their needs; I see myself as offering distinctive solutions for each situation."

By introducing an on-staff crop consultant and management expert, both companies expect to improve and individualize their customer service. Management also expects that Wilson will offer valuable training for the marketing staff as well.

"I am attracted to the nimbleness and agility of these agri-retailers to respond immediately to customers' needs and their ability to change focus, as required, in a timely manner," Wilson adds. As well, Wilson appreciates the association both companies have with Agrico Canada Limited/Limitée. Holmes Agro is a joint venture company between Jeff Holmes and Agrico Canada Limited/Limitée. Atwood Farm Supply is a joint venture between Brian Tormey, Jeff Holmes and Agrico Canada Limited/Limitée.

Agrico and Moher partner in Winchester joint venture:
January 9, 2004 Update - The new company will be named Agri-Partners Crop Centre Ltd., not Top Crop Services Ltd., the name set forth in the original press release (below). The structure of the joint venture remains unchanged from the November report.

Winchester, Ontario, November 27, 2003 - Farmers can expect the same excellent service and top quality products when a new joint venture between Agrico Canada Limited/Limiteé and farm centre manager, Tim Moher launches in December. The new company, Top Crop Services Ltd., will continue at the same site in Winchester, Ontario, a location that has served this section of the Ottawa Valley for over 30 years.

"We're excited about this opportunity," says Moher, who has worked for Agrico for 21 years. "I'm looking forward to this, as is Dave Barkley and the rest of the Winchester team. We are upgrading the facilities in order to improve our ability to serve and meet increasing demand for products and services."

"This move to create a joint venture at Winchester is in keeping with the goals of Agrico to eventually joint venture all our company-owned retail farm centres," says Agrico president R.L. (Bob) Whitelaw. "We find that local ownership contributes to better service and improves the efficiency of the operation. Tim Moher, as an employee, has proven his ability to manage and operate an agri-business and he is one of the most knowledgeable agronomists in the Ottawa Valley."

Moher is a community supporter both as a hockey coach and player; and as president of the local Soils and Crops Association. He sees the investment in the farm centre as an extension of his commitment to serving the community, particularly those involved in agricultural production.

"We will be improved come next spring," says Moher. "This change also serves to renew our commitment to growers in this area and my family's dedication to this community."

John Vincent resigns as Agrico Belleville Manager:
John Vincent, Manager of Agrico's Retail Farm Centre in Belleville, Ontario has resigned his position effective November 30, 2003.

We wish John well in his future endeavors.

Chris LeGras hired as new Operations Manager:
Chris LeGras will be joining Agrico Canada Limited/Limitée effective November 17, 2003. Chris will be assuming the role of Manager Operations, replacing Doug Tait. Chris has spent the last 2 years with a very large international company, Sun Valley Foods. Prior to that he spent 12 years in the automotive business.

Chris's background in supervision, maintenance, millwrighting, electrical, robotics, hydraulics, capital expense, WHIMIS, NAACP and ERT planning will be very valuable in his new position.

We welcome Chris to Agrico and wish him well in his new endeavours.

Operations Manager Doug Tait retires:
Doug Tait has retired from Agrico Canada Limited/Limitée effective October 31, 2003. Doug worked for Agrico and in various production and management roles with Agrico over his 44 years of distinguished service. Doug has agreed to work for Agrico when required on special projects. We thank Doug for his efforts, his support and dedication.

We wish Shirley and Doug a very happy retirement.

Negotiations terminated in proposed sale of Agrico to Andersons:
Mississauga, Ontario, October 23, 2003 - Agrico Canada Limited/Limitée (ACL) announced today that the negotiations between Agrico and The Anderson's Co. of Maumee, Ohio regarding the proposed sale of Agrico to The Anderson's have ceased.

The two companies were unable to reach agreement on a number of significant issues relating to the sale. R.L. (Bob) Whitelaw, President of Agrico reports that "in light of these developments, the shareholders of Agrico unanimously agreed to retain ownership and continue operations as before. We are coming off a record year in sales both in western and eastern Canada and total company with all Joint Venture companies also posting gains in market share. We have a number of prospective Joint Venture opportunities in both market areas which we will be pursuing. I had planned on working for another year or two in any event and see no reason to change the plan."

Agrico launches new partnership in Foam Lake, SK:
A modern fertilizer and herbicide business has opened its doors in Foam Lake and Invermay, Saskatchewan. Clearview Ag began serving farmers this summer and is looking forward to meeting with customers this fall to discuss their crop inputs needs. The company is a new joint venture partnership between Todd Kosmonek, Rob Baragar and Agrico Canada Limited/Limiteé.

"Our family has been in the area for 25 years and had a fertilizer business in Foam Lake, so it seemed like a good place to stay in business," says Kosmonek , manager of the Foam Lake operation. "Customers are loyal here and we want to continue to support them."

Clearview Ag offers a wide range of services from its new facilities in both communities. Phase 3 warehouses with 40' x 60' of storage will house a full line of crop protection products and 1,100 tonne and 750 tonne granular fertilizer storage buildings at Invermay and Foam Lake respectively will give growers an opportunity to order custom blends. The Foam Lake facility offers full service anhydrous ammonia and plans are underway to provide the same service at Invermay. The Foam Lake plant has bulk fuel delivery and a cardlock system for customer pick up and the Invermay operation is exploring the idea of installing a system at that site for customer pickup.

"We are also considering expanding to offer liquid fertilizer at both operations," adds Baragar, who manages the Invermay facility. "We want our service to continue to be second-to-none which means providing the service and products customers need."

Jody Eyolfson, who is working towards certification in agronomy and crop consulting, is available for crop scouting, recommendations on products and analysis of soil and tissue test results. Both Kosmonek and Baragar believe the staff at the two facilities are what set Clearview Ag apart from the competition . "Our staff is loyal and has good training," continues Kosmonek. "They want to help customers any way they can."

"The partnership with Agrico is a huge opportunity for us because we now have access to quality products and the chance to network with other dealers who can help us keep on the leading edge," adds Baragar.

"The opening of Clearview Ag in Foam Lake and Invermay is going to give growers within a 60 mile radius of each plant access to the most up-to-date technology and information available today," says R.L. (Bob) Whitelaw, president of Agrico Canada Limited/Limiteé. "We, at Agrico, look forward to supporting Todd and Rob and their customers; supporting farmers has been Agrico's goal since 1931."

Clearview Ag intends to meet with many of its customers individually this fall to bring them up-to-date on the progress the company is making and introduce them to products and services that are available, including seed products, customer application services and third party farm financing programs.

Agronomists Urge Farmers: Test Soils for Phosphorus:

MINNEAPOLIS – Based on mounting evidence that phosphorus levels are low across wide regions of North America, a group of leading U.S. agronomists today advised farmers to take corrective action before the next growing season: To test their soils and add phosphorus responsibly based on soil test results and yield goals.

The coalition aims to inform producers that while publicity has focused on phosphorus pollution, 47 percent of soil samples taken from North American cropland have “barely adequate to inadequate” levels, according to a major survey. Phosphorus is one of three nutrients used in the largest amounts during crop development, along with nitrogen and potassium. Agronomy experts from private and public sectors, including the National Alliance of Independent Crop Consultants (NAICC), the University of Minnesota Extension Service, Cargill Crop Nutrition, and the Potash and Phosphate Institute (PPI) are participating in the effort, called the Phosphorus 101 Education Project.

“Farmers shouldn’t assume that phosphorus is abundant in their soils or that fertilizing will automatically harm the environment,” says Michael Brubaker, a 25-year practicing agronomist and member of the NAICC. “Basic management techniques can help phosphorus maximize crop production while protecting our lakes and streams. In fact, without adequate phosphorus, other nutrients are absorbed less efficiently and are more likely to be lost to the environment. It takes a proper balance of nutrients to prevent pollution – not a deficiency.”The landmark study Soil Test Levels in North America by the Potash and Phosphate Institute (PPI) compiled 2.5 million soil samples from public and private labs across the continent in 2001. It revealed the greatest frequency of deficient soil phosphorus levels in the Northern Great Plains, where 60 to 90 percent of surveyed samples tested below 20 parts per million (Bray P-1 test or equivalent) – the level at which fertilizing is most likely to improve yields in the first year. That fact, says the coalition, suggests farmers may be leaving significant productivity untapped.

A separate PPI study, Plant Nutrient Use in North America, shows that while crops have demanded increasingly more phosphorus each year since 1970, farmers have, on average, applied less each year. Today, according to the research, state-level budgets show that crops are removing more phosphorus than is being applied in some key Corn Belt States. “Many farms either have no livestock for manure or it’s a challenge to spread the manure adequately across their expanding acreage,” says Dr. George Rehm, Extension Soil Scientist at the University of Minnesota. “Farmers are pushing their land to produce more each year, while possibly compromising some of the basics of crop production. We strongly recommend soil testing as the best guidance a farmer can get on where to add nutrients.”

In what will be an ongoing effort, the coalition aims to educate farmers about best management practices related to phosphorus, including calculating annual input and removal levels, taking site-specific soil samples, applying phosphorus efficiently, and controlling erosion.

For more information go to: http://www.p101.org.
Article courtesy of Cargill and the Phosphorus 101 partners.

The Andersons, Inc. announces intent to purchase Agrico Canada Ltd/Ltée:
Maumee, Ohio, July 31, 2003 - The Andersons, Inc. (Nasdaq: ANDE) announced today its intent to purchase the shares of Agrico Canada Ltd/Lte.

According to Mike Anderson, President and CEO of The Andersons, Inc., "The purchase of Agrico Canada is a logical way of strategically expanding our plant nutrient distribution business beyond our current market territory. The experience and skill of the employees and joint venture partners of Agrico Canada are impressive and will match well with our own personnel and culture. The marketing and operational strengths of both entities will provide greater sourcing capabilities and improved market penetration, as well as enhanced product offerings," Anderson explained.

"The Andersons have the same level of commitment to agriculture and the farming tradition that Agrico Canada does," said Bob Whitelaw, President of Agrico Canada Limited/Limitee. "I'm confident that the new partnership will further solidify Agrico Canada as a long-term, stable supplier of crop inputs to its many customers. I am honored to have The Andersons succeed me and my fellow shareholders as the new owners of Agrico Canada."

According to Denny Addis, President of the Plant Nutrient Division, "This acquisition matches well with The Andersons' history of serving the independent dealer with a broad offering of fertilizer products at conveniently located terminals. The Andersons and Agrico Canada possess very similar core competencies, which we intend to leverage to continue to serve our customers, shareholders, employees, and industry partners. We intend to maintain the Agrico Canada name and operate the business as a wholly owned subsidiary of The Andersons."

The transaction is anticipated to be completed in September and is subject to due diligence and finalization of a Definitive Purchase Agreement.

The Andersons, Inc. is a regional grain merchandiser with diversified businesses in agriculture, plant nutrient distribution, turf product production, railcar marketing and general merchandise retailing. Founded in 1947, the company maintains grain and distribution/production facilities throughout the Midwest and six retail consumer stores in northwestern and central Ohio. The Andersons' corporate headquarters is located in Maumee, Ohio.

SOURCE The Andersons, Inc.

"This sale, should it come to fruition, will greatly enhance Agrico's position in the market place. The merging of these two companies result in strengthening the competitive position of both companies and postion them for the future.

It is important to know that Agrico will remain the same. As to name, people, head office and facilities, it will be business as usual. I will be staying on for a period of time to assist in the transition. We look forward to your continued support."

Best Regards,

Robert L. Whitelaw
President
Agrico Canada Limited/Limitée.

G-Mac's AgTeam opens Leader facility:
Mississauga, Ontario, June 4, 2003 - A new full service crop inputs business will begin serving Leader, SK, farmers this week. G-Mac's AgTeam of Kindersley purchased the former Saskatchewan Wheat Pool facility and is in the process of putting fertilizer products in storage and seeking Phase III warehouse designation for crop protection products. The facility has 4,500 square feet of space available for warehouse storage, a repair shop and an office.

"This is a new area for us," says G-Mac's president Gayle MacDonald. "We intend to offer growers additional services that may not be available now." G-Mac's AgTeam offers field scouting, soil sampling, customized formulation, and custom application of fertilizer and crop protection products at its main Kindersley operation as well as satellite facilities.

G-Mac's Leader operation will be under the management of Leon Strutt, who is currently readying the warehouse and office space. "Our goals are to meet customers' needs, be competitive and run a business that is respected in the community," Strutt says of his plans for the new outlet.

"We have many services we can offer growers in Leader," General Manager Garth MacDonald adds. "We want to get to know growers and help them with their operations. Growers around Leader have irrigation and we hope they will share their knowledge with us as we share our knowledge of crop inputs with them."

G-Mac's AgTeam is a joint venture operation between the MacDonalds and Agrico Canada Ltd. Agrico president R.L. (Bob) Whitelaw says the expansion of the company to Leader is an example of the commitment G-Mac's has to Saskatchewan agriculture. "The Leader facility opens up new opportunities for growers in an area that has not had the full line of services available that a company like G-Mac's can provide," Whitelaw comments. "Successful modern farmers can benefit from the technology and agronomic knowledge that the staff at G-Mac's has to offer."

Strutt and the MacDonalds expect to have the Leader facility in full operation by mid-June. Invitations to an open house will be issued soon so farmers can meet Strutt and the rest of G-Mac's AgTeam.

Based in Kindersley, G-Mac's Agteam has satellite operations in Plenty/Dodsland, Eatonia, Marengo and, now, Leader, Sasktachewan.