Case IH named Ag supplier for Pan Am Games venue

May 19, 2016

RAM is also named a sponsor

Case IH has announced a two-year partnership with a major sporting venue, which will see the company provide six tractors for ring maintenance and manure management at the Caledon Equestrian Park.

The site hosted horse events during Toronto’s 2015 Pan Am Games.
The two-year deal will see competitors offered a special discounted rate on equipment.

CASE IH is also the presenting sponsor of the CSI2 Grand Prix during a national tournament.

Case tractor

Robert Meier, territory sales manager for central and eastern Ontario for CASE IH “brought CASE IH on board with literally no hesitation,” said Craig Collins, managing partner of the park, in a release dated yesterday.

Case IH is joined in supporting the park by RAM, which has been a long-time supporter of events at the venue. For the 2016 season, RAM will sponsor four major events. As with CASE IH, RAM will have its vehicles on display. It will also offer special discounts for competitors.

The Caledon Equestrian Park is located in Caledon, Ontario.

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