Borders Machinery Ring

Borders Machinery Ring Limited

Leader House
Mill Road
Earlston
TD4 6DG

BMR acts as an agent only and not as principal

T: 01896 758091
F: 01896 757036
E: bmr@ringleader.co.uk
Registered in Scotland
Reg No. SP02303R

Woodland Thinning & Clearance

Fencing

Ground Clearance

Testimonials

John Elliot, Roxburgh Mains

‘When we moved from Rawburn, a high hill farm, to Roxburgh Mains, mainly an arable farm, in 1993, we had a dilemma of whether to tool up for cropping, employ contractors or use the Borders Machinery Ring, which hadn’t been long in existence.

Economics to the tune of £12,000 per annum dictated that I used ‘the ring’. It was one of the best decisions I ever made, particularly as our own inclination was to four legs over four wheels.

Apart from contracting, we now get fuel, electricity, fertiliser and casual labour through ‘the ring’.

It was a pleasure to attend the ceremony to open their new offices in Earlston. We wish them a long and successful future’

First published in John’s popular regular column in The Scottish Farmer’

Spray operator training -

‘The course was very well presented, very informative & practical’

MW-Tantallon Caravan Park

‘Very interesting day.All well explained!’

MB-Tillmouth Farming Ltd

‘Very good’

JM- Mayshiel

Mole trapping course

‘I found the course good and very practical. The trainer was helpful and very approachable. I’d recommend to anyone wanting to learn DIY trapping!’ Kirsty Bailey

‘The course was fantastic. A little bit in the classroom then outside where we were shown what to look for and all the tricks of setting the trap so it is not detected, and then given two or three traps to set ourselves. Very simple but very effective course.’ Rory Aglen

Brian Keen, Forestry & Conservation Services

I find it very beneficial to work with BMR. I work all over Britain and with one phone call to BMR my fuel, chemical or grass seed is delivered anywhere in the country at competitive prices the following day. This free up a lot of time trying to source local suppliers and lets me get on with the job in hand.

Jim Sutherland, Hillus, Oxton

I am a great believer in machinery rings in general and BMR in particular. Be a demander or a supplier ( I have always seen myself as a satisfied user) the concept introduces flexibility and significant cost saving opportunities to the farming business. For me, the best thing is the ability, when other plans have not worked out or the weather has changed, to lift the phone and ask for a man and/or machine to be with you at short notice. Almost always someone is available.

Andrew Myatt, Fencer, Duns

By sourcing my labour through BMR I save time on paperwork letting me get on with quoting for new jobs and completing the work we have on the books.
Guy Lee, Sandystones, Ancrum

I am always busy running my various enterprises, but using Borders Machinery Ring helps save me time and keep me in control.

Adam Marshall, Slighhouses, Duns

I am constantly looking at lowering input costs of which drier gas is significant. Through BMR we changed our supplier and saved 10p/litre. The service was better than from our previous supplier and we saved over £800 in the first season.

BMR

PURPOSE

BMR is a Co-op owned by its members and run for their advantage - To improve member profitability by providing services which reduce costs, improve efficiency, asset utilisation and manage risk. Our main areas of business are Machinery Hire & Contracting, Labour Supply, Training, Farm Supplies, Utilities Procurement & Renewables

HISTORY

Borders Machinery Ring (BMR), the first Ring to be formed in the UK in February 1987 by 23 farmers and contractors. Currently, there are over 930 Full, Labour and Private members. Turnover is around £6 million. There are now 9 rings in Scotland and 8 in England and Wales.

CASE with big baler

NOTICE BOARD

STRAW WANTED - If you have staw available in the swath or bale please let us know. Good prices available and quick clearance. 01896 758091

TOYOTA FLEET DEAL - Additional Discount has been added to our deal for selected Toyota vehicles ordered & registered before 30th September 2017 (T & C's Apply)
Discounts also available on Ford, Mitsubishi and other makes. Phone for further details.

A NEW VOICE FROM THE BMR OFFICE! We are delighted to welcome Angus Fraser from Overwells, Jedburgh for the summer. Angus is going to help us with day to day member enquiries.

HARVEST JOBS

Positions still available for Harvest Work in 2017. Check out our Situations page for current vacancies.

LIVESTOCK POSITIONS - Livestock positions to fill-see Situations above.

KELSO TUP SALE-Friday 8th September- Calling all interested parties-we are looking for a full tup taxi service for Kelso Tup Sale. Please get in touch if you can offer

your time as an ATV driver
if you can supply ATVs-quad bikes and sit in ATVs
trailers

Hire rates apply

The BMR office is now within Leader House, Mill Road, Earlston, TD4 6DG.

There are meeting rooms for hire and a unit for let. Call for details.

Training

Forklift Certificates for seasonal harvest workers-please call the office if seasonal staff need forklift training

Aluminium Phosphide training-places available on

24th August, Borders College, Newtown St Boswells. Assessment will be organised following training. Please call to book.

Certificate of Competence in Transport of Animals for short journeys-Farmers are now having to provide their Award number to renew their Transporter Authorisation with Animal Health. If you need to take this award, please get in touch. Tests can be organised at the office in Earlston, or within the BMR area for 10+ candidates

BMR App now available! Please download from Apple or Google Play. Follow the instructions to set up for quick links. Let us know what you think.

Labour Wanted - Casual & Skilled Tractor Operators. Full & Part-time positions available

If you are looking for work at present then please give us a call or upload you details and cv on our "Situations" page.

Telehandler Hire for Summer Work

NixonHire is offering great hire deals exclusively through BMR on Telehandlers in sizes 5-17meters. Grain buckets are also avaliable for hire with the Telehandlers. Call us for more info!

Tractor Hire for Summer Work

100hp - 300 hp Available
Short & Long Term Hire
Trailers also available to suit your requirements 10 - 18t (with Full Road Kit)

Competitive fertiliser prices now available-call Sarah with your requirements

Automated payments through the Ring

For the benefit of our members our payment terms to suppliers have changed to 28 days from date of invoice, providing monies are received from demanders. If you have any questions regarding this please call the office.

Keep calling with your requests, updated services and your availability for work

Always let us know any new contact details

News

Training 2017-18
Click Here to see training Schedule
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Flogas Deals with BMR
Great deals now available through BMR on bottled gas for: Domestic heating/cooking, static caravans, industrial/agricultural use
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Powerstart silage additive for Beef cows-urgent-100 free tonnes on 500 tonne order-July only
Using Powerstart silage additive promotes the fastest possible palatable fermentation, retaining more energy & nutrients
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Collaborative farms sought for autumn sheep grazing
We are seeking collaborative farms to partner upland sheep farms for autumn grazing
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Mobile broadband devices for remote access
Do you struggle to get broadband or need a regular, temporary set up? Check out Yellowbox Wifi with deals through Anglia Farmers
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Borders Machinery Ring at The Royal Highland Show 2017
BMR attended The Royal Highland Show 2017 as part of the Scottish Machinery Rings Association stand
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