Bleyhl Farm Service is reporting higher sales and profits for the first half of 2012 compared to the same period in 2011. Sales increased 10.7% due to more unit sales in orchard/vineyard supplies and agronomy products. Net profits grew by over 30% to $2.6 million. Bleyhl expects continued strong performance in 2012 and remains well positioned to serve its growing membership base.

1. PROGRESS REPORT
SUMMER 2012
By Greg Robertson, General Manager
Volume Bleyhl Farm Service, Inc. is reporting sales of $48.5 million
XXVIV through June 30, 2012, as compared to $43.8 million for the
Issue III same period last year. This year’s sales increase of 10.7% is due to more unit sales from
Summer orchard/vineyard supplies and agronomy products. Petroleum unit sales are down because
2012
of the limited number of nights light fuels and propane were used for crop protection.
The net margin for Bleyhl through June 30, 2012, was $2.6 million as compared to $2.0
million in 2011. The increase in profitability is again related to a strong farm economy
overall and continued improvement in access to capital for growers to finance operations.
The prices growers expect to receive from this year’s crops in
Sales thru June 30
general are again at levels that support more inputs and
2010 $35,607,541
expansion. The dairy industry is an exception to this because 2011 $43,799,617
of lower milk prices projected for the year and the high cost of 2012 $48,490,564
inputs. This year’s net margin includes $873,573 of patronage
from CHS, Inc. and Land O’Lakes, Inc. as compared to Division Sales thru June 30
Petroleum $18,123,146
$551,662 last year.
Retail Stores $19,351,066
Agronomy $11,016,352
Summary
Bleyhl expects 2012 to be another profitable year for the Net Margin thru June 30
cooperative. Bleyhl continues to maintain a strong balance 2010 $1,277,326
2011 $2,004,980
sheet and is well financed to take care of the growing needs of 2012 $2,619,350
our 1,066 members. This will again allow Bleyhl to send you a
dividend and equity check early next year. The cash payout
growers received in February of this year for cash dividends, revolved equities and
deceased member pay-outs was $532,338.
Bleyhl remains focused to serve
your needs in a timely and
professional manner. In this
newsletter be sure take notice of
two new programs Bleyhl has for
members. The Volume Incentive
Program to buy new vehicles at a
significant savings and AgriSpan
by ProPartners Financial for
agricultural financing.
The Bleyhl TEAM appreciates and
thanks you for your business.
2012 Summer Harvest Underway!

2. Agronomy Division Adds Two Consultants
Samantha Graf joined the Bleyhl Agronomy TEAM May 16, 2012,
working at the Grandview location. Born in Ellensburg and raised in the
Yakima Valley, Samantha earned her American FFA degree, received her
AA in Agriculture from YVCC and graduated from WSU with a BS in Ag.
She majored in Agricultural Communications with emphasis in public
relations and minored in Ag Economics. Most recently she completed her
Masters of Science in Ag from WSU in June 2012. Samantha was a Staff
Writer for the Capital Press newspaper and most recently served as the
Extension Agent for the Fort Belknap Indian Community in North Central
Montana. Samantha enjoys landscaping, wildlife photography and upland
bird and predator hunting.
Gilbert Newhouse began his Bleyhl career June 1, 2012. Gilbert was
raised in the Sunnyside Area graduating from Sunnyside High School. He
attended WSU and studied Ag Economics. For 20 years he owned/operated
his farm raising hops and permanent crops. Gilbert previously worked for
JM Eagle and recently was an orchard/manager for Stadelman’s Fruit. He
enjoys boating and snow skiing with his wife, Sylvia and daughters,
Danielle and Alexandra.
2012 EMPLOYEE
AWARD RECOGNITION
15 Years
30 Years
Al Fraga
20 Years
Lloyd Van Hollebeke * Randy Beckman
Mary Kay Febus Prosser Cardtrol pumps were recently modernized.
15 Years Quicker credit card processing at all sites has been
Nick Friend * Joel DeLeon installed.
10 Years
Russ Bowman * Jay Castle * Ivan Garza
Bruce Dunnington * John Hancock
Jose Larios * Darren Huenefeld Check out the Bleyhl Website
Greg Newman www.bleyhl.com
for Unadvertised Specials in August!

3. Attention Bleyhl Cooperative Members!
Discount Vehicle Purchasing Program
is available on Ford*GM*Chrysler*Dodge*Jeep
Bleyhl Farm Service, Inc. offers a volume incentive program that
consolidates the buying power of the entire cooperative system to
secure discounts on new vehicles.
All Bleyhl members qualify for savings with Ford, GM and Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep
Vehicle is ordered to your exact specifications. Cars, Vans, SUVs, Trucks and Medium Duty Truck are available to order.
2013 model year is now in production.
Plan your vehicle purchase now!
Saxon Fleet Services will help you arrange for financing or leasing or work with your finance source. Order to
delivery lead time is, on average, 10 weeks.
For over 20 years, Saxon Fleet Services has administered the Volume Incentive Program. Committed to
providing the highest level of personal service along with financing and remarkably low pricing that saves you,
the co op member, thousands of dollars and hours of time.
2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4WD Crew Cab LT 2013 Ford Explorer 4WD 4dr XLT 2013 Chevrolet Impala 4dr Sdn LS
Vehicle Examples $30,350 $31,250 $21,250
MSRP $38,665 MSRP $36,670 MSRP $26,105
*Call for Specifications. Price includes local delivery but does not include local taxes, local license & title fees, and any
additional fees. Commercial registration only. In Stock vehicles available on a per quote basis.
For answers to all ordering questions for the
Bleyhl Farm Service, Inc. Vehicle Purchasing Program, call:
BRIAN STROMQUIST
1 800 456 1265, ext. 1860
bstromquist@saxonfleetservices.com
Bleyhl Customers Still Taking Advantage of
Agricultural Financing through AgriSpan
Bleyhl customers have shown great interest in financing their crop nutrients,
crop protection products, seed, petroleum products, and application services
since Bleyhl introduced this program in 2007. Loan commitments for 2012
for Bleyhl Ag customers are at $1,052,761. The application process is simple
and takes only a few minutes to complete. Loans
begin at $10,000 with no maximum amount. There
is now an express application if your credit
score is over 700.
Applications for 2013 are now being taken. Pick up an application from Tami Mason, Credit
Manager, at the Grandview Main Office, or call her at 509 882 2248. Email: tami@bleyhl.com