CUSTOMER SPOTLIGHT
Bonna Terra Farms & Willow Bend Farm
Less Labor. Better Efficiency. A Partnership Built for the Farm.
How Bonna Terra Farms and Willow Bend Farm are simplifying premix management with Mercer Milling’s Bulk Premix Bin Program.
For Ryan Janney, partner at Bonna Terra Farms and Willow Bend Farm, running an efficient dairy operation means finding practical solutions that save time, reduce costs, and make everyday tasks easier.
When it came to managing mineral premix for their heifers, traditional bagged products presented several challenges. Unloading pallets, handling and disposing of empty bags, monitoring inventory, and dealing with damaged packaging all required valuable time and labor.
The farms needed a simpler, more efficient solution.
Making the Switch to Bulk
With a focus on improving efficiency, Ryan and his team partnered with Mercer Milling to transition from bagged mineral premix to the Bulk Premix Bin Program.
The decision was about more than convenience. It was also about working with a supplier they could trust to deliver consistent quality and dependable service.
“We went with Mercer for their well-known integrity and commitment to quality control on our mineral premix,” Ryan shared.
By transitioning to bulk, the farms have reduced the physical demands of handling individual bags, minimized packaging waste, and simplified the process of managing premix inventory.
Less Handling. More Savings.
For Ryan, the biggest benefits have been straightforward: reduced labor, better bulk pricing, and easier inventory management.
With bin level indicators and feed management software, the farms can monitor inventory and better anticipate when deliveries are needed.
This helps eliminate the time spent unloading pallets of bags, reduces the need to tie up employees and farm equipment, and makes managing premix supply more predictable.
“It’s worth it just not having to worry about unloading pallets of bags,” Ryan explained. “With the bin indicators and feed software inventory, it’s fairly easy to know when to schedule loads. Very simple and saves cost.”
More Than a Supplier — A Partner You Can Count On
While the operational benefits have made a difference, Ryan says Mercer’s customer service and commitment to the relationship have been equally important.
Even before transitioning to bulk, Mercer worked closely with the farms to make sure they had the mineral premix they needed, including times when unexpected shortages required quick action.
“Sam and her team have been great to work with. When we did use bags, we would run short and call needing product, and they would figure out a way to get us what we needed. Drivers are always professional and courteous. Very great working relationship.”
For Ryan, that dependable service and willingness to go the extra mile have helped build a lasting partnership.
Built Around the Way Farmers Work
At Mercer Milling, we understand that every farm operates differently. Our Bulk Premix Bin Program is designed to help producers simplify premix handling, reduce unnecessary labor, and manage inventory more efficiently — all while maintaining the product quality and service they depend on.
For Bonna Terra Farms and Willow Bend Farm, the transition to bulk has provided a practical solution that saves time, reduces costs, and allows their team to focus on what matters most: running their farms.
When asked to sum up his experience with Mercer Milling, Ryan kept it simple:
“Great business led by great leadership.”
— Ryan Janney, Partner
Bonna Terra Farms & Willow Bend Farm
Could Your Farm Benefit from Bulk Premix?
Less handling. Less waste. Better inventory control. More time for your operation.
Mercer Milling’s Bulk Premix Bin Program helps producers streamline their feeding operations with dependable premix quality, convenient bulk deliveries, and personalized customer service.
Contact Mercer Milling to learn how our Bulk Premix Bin Program could work for your farm.