Services Provided
Grain sampled and assessed by a professional can give the producer the opportunity to counteract grain deterioration. Proper sampling can access the quality of the binned crop and evaluate the options for selling or feeding versus extended storage.
Services
- We obtain representative samples of individual storage devices (bins, bags and quonsets)
- Tag and label all storage devices with all weather tags
- Create site map for easy referral to storage devices
- Create quality spreadsheet if requested
Why do we do it?
- Take the guess work out of grain quality
- To determine potential risks involved with storage
- To give the producer confidence and peace of mind
- To allow you to properly manage your inventory to maximize profits
What does it cost?
- Request a quote from the tab above.
Dean Gatin – Director of Grain Quality Division
Dean Gatin began his career in agriculture as a grain inspector in Calgary. He developed a passion for malting barley and joined the malting industry as a selector. To round out his operational experience he became an elevator manager in rural Manitoba. An opportunity with an independent producer terminal presented itself and Dean moved back to Alberta. Later on a desire to be closer to family brought him home to Manitoba where he helped create the Grain Quality division of Agri-Trend Marketing Inc.
Dean’s core values center around fairness and honesty. He wants to help producers understand their grain positions in terms of quality, allowing them to make informed decisions based on their inventory. He enjoys travelling, meeting farmers, and being with his friends and colleagues. He`s also been known to sneak in a round of golf whenever possible.
Dean and his wife Cathy live in Winnipeg with their beautiful one year old daughter Hillary.
