Address: 1200 Snake River Ave., Lewiston, Idaho 83501, Local: 208-743-8551, Toll Free: 1-800-456-8551, Fax: 208-746-0721

Frequently Asked Questions

 

What is a patronage refund?

  • It is a payment from a cooperative to a patron from net margins based on quantity or value of business done with or for the patron.

 

How do I redeem my patronage?

  • To redeem patronage you must be 70 years of age.   You need to bring in the following Patronage form with a copy of your picture id.  If you are redeeming patronage on a deceased patron, you must bring in the form with a copy of their death certificate.

What are the different types of grain contracts?

  • A) Flat Priced/Forward Contract:   Entire price, delivery period and units have been established.  Ownership will take place once we purchase the grain within the specified time period according to the contract terms.

  • B) Deferred Payment Contract:   Primeland purchases the grain and takes ownership but the contract(s) set up the terms to pay the producer at a later date (normally January 5, XXXX)

  • C) Hedge to Arrive (HTA):   Also known as futures fixed.  Futures price is established, basis to be established at a later date and delivery period has been established.

  • D) Basis Fixed:   Basis priced and delivery period has been established.  Futures price is to be established at a later date.

Why contract?  How much?

  • The benefits of contracting is that a producer can cover their cost of production and are able to capture prices that are paying a premium to their operating costs.  Producers should only contract at a level they are comfortable with that will reflect a realistic crop with eh current years growing conditions with hopes that the volumes will cover their cost of production.

How do I apply for an account? (regular or 4-H)

  • You need to fill out the following Credit form completely.  Make sure you mark which type of account you are applying for at the top of the form.  If you have any questions about the forms please contact Eileen Brackett at 1-800-456-8551.

How do I request a gas card?

  • If you already have an account, you just need to fill out a Cardtrol form.  If you do not have an account, you will need to fill out the credit form along with the cardtrol form.

How do I apply for tax exemption?

What are the benefits of custom applications?

  • Professional applicators on staff

  • Primeland maintains application records

  • Newest up to date equipment

  • Mapping ability

  • Accuracy

  • Reduced risk to the producer spraying around sensitive crops and residences

  • Cost effective

  • Frees the producer up

  • Timely application

Why should I choose Primeland for my marketing?

  • Producers should choose Primeland for their marketing because the marketing tools we supply exceed and surpass our competitors.  Also, our customer service, professional manner, and efficiency in which we handle our producers is a top priority to our staff.