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Buhler Industries Inc.

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2021

ANNUAL REPORT

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction Versatile  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 4

Introduction Farm King .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 5

President's Message  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 6

Management Discussion & Financial Analysis  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 8

Management's Responsibility for the Financial Statements .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 19

Independent Auditor’s Report  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 20

Consolidated Balance Sheet  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 23

Consolidated Statement of Income (Loss) and Comprehensive Income (Loss) .  .  .  . 24

Consolidated Statement of Change in Shareholders’ Equity  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 24

Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 25

Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 26

Company Information .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 39

Stock Data  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 40

10 Year Summary .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 41

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Introduction Versatile

Versatile celebrated numerous successes and faced 

plant in Winnipeg, Manitoba, will begin manufacturing 

many challenges in 2021. At the beginning of the year, 

tillage equipment in 2022. This change will improve 

farmers across North America were in a position to 

logistics and bring the product closer to key markets 

buy equipment due to the high commodity prices and 

throughout Canada and the United States. More 

increased international trade led by China's demand 

parts became available through the U.S. distribution 

for corn, soybeans and pork. Even with inconsistent 

centers in Blair, Nebraska; Clarksville, Indiana; and West 

weather patterns and droughts resulting in lower than 

Memphis, Arkansas. The warehouse in West Memphis 

expected crop yields in Western Canada and the United 

became a primary distribution point for Versatile service 

States, there was strong product demand throughout 

parts as the central location and proximity to the FedEx 

the year ensuring all available inventory sold to dealers. 

World Hub allow this location to efficiently serve most 

Versatile has continued to grow the dealer network and 

of the United States.

focus on all areas of business that strengthen dealer 

Further investment into product development and 

relationships. Results of the 2021 Equipment Dealers 

marketing continued. Last year saw the release of the 

Association’s annual satisfaction survey substantiate 

2022 4WD and DeltaTrack models, and the return of 

the success of this approach. The dealer survey ranks 

trade shows since the COVID-19 pandemic began. 

manufacturers based on several factors including, parts 

The new DeltaTrack was first introduced at the Farm 

quality and availability, communication, warranty and 

Progress Show in Decatur, Illinois, followed by the  

marketing. Versatile has improved year-over-year and 

Big Iron Farm Show in Fargo, North Dakota and the  

in 2021 received the highest overall satisfaction rating 

Agri-Trade Equipment Expo in Red Deer, Alberta. 

since first participating in the survey. 

Feedback on the 2022 models was overwhelming 

The only notable area of decline was in product 

availability. The manufacturing industry was affected 

greatly by supply chain issues brought on by the 

COVID-19 pandemic. Versatile was not exempt 

positive. The favorable response was cemented as 

the fall order writing program sold out all available 

production slots. More than one-third of the tractors on 

order have been pre-sold to end-users.

from these challenges and maintained regular 

Versatile is in a strong position 

communication with vendors, suppliers and internal 

moving forward with our current 

teams to reduce delays and maintain product quality. 

product lineup, operational 

Despite our best efforts, many suppliers experienced 

improvements and strong 

delays and material shortages, creating an inconsistent 

dealer support. The supply chain 

production schedule based on component availability.

issues will continue to be a 

Steps were taken to reinforce product lines and 

streamline North American operations. The facility in 

Vegreville, Alberta, previously responsible for tillage 

production, ceased operation in September 2021. The 

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challenge but we are optimistic 

that production and demand 

will thrive throughout 2022.

Adam Reid
Vice President of Sales & Marketing, 
Versatile

Introduction Farm King

Farm King continued to navigate through supply 

Farm King pursued capital and critical infrastructure 

chain, logistical and manpower challenges in 2021 

investments in the Morden facility. The conventional 

due to COVID-19. Despite those challenges, product 

auger consolidation project was initiated as a part of 

lines formerly built in Fargo, North Dakota and 

product development. The project’s aim is, to integrate 

Willmar, Minnesota were successfully relocated to the 

the best features of current and legacy conventional 

Morden, Manitoba facility and streamlined. Capacity 

auger models and to remove product duplication. 

Farm King will continue to work towards product 

quality, service and dealer relationship improvements. 

consolidation enabled Farm King to substantially 

increase manpower in Morden and reinstate a  

second shift. 

Strong commodity prices and some competitors’ in 

season product shortages allowed Farm King to increase 

market share in select product categories and grow 

sales by 4%. 25 new dealers were added to Farm King’s 

extensive dealer network in North America. 18 hub 

locations across Canada and United States continued to 

provide set up services to Farm King customers. 

Maxim Loktionov
Vice President, Buhler Industries Inc.

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President's Message

First, I would like to express words of support and 

ag equipment. This growth was also largely due to 

sympathy to all those people whose relatives or friends 

the increased support and confidence of our dealers, 

passed away because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Our 

including multiple organizations which joined our 

Company has done everything possible to minimize 

dealer network in 2020-2021. As of February, a large 

risks and the safety of the Company's employees and 

portion of 2022 planned production is also booked and 

visitors remains a priority. I also express my gratitude to 

I have strong confidence there will be no impediments 

all the employees who selflessly continued to do their 

to finding homes for every tractor built this year. As one 

work at the height of the pandemic.

of the consequences of limited and unstable flow of 

The agenda of 2021 was mostly dictated by global 

supply chain disruptions caused by the pandemic. 

The Company was faced with ongoing delays in new 

inventory shipments because of significant constrains 

components, the decision was made to postpone our 

export sales until the end of the third quarter in 2022 

and to stay focused on catching up the backlog of North 

American orders.

caused by capacity limitations experienced by some 

I want to thank all our dealers for their cooperation and 

of the key suppliers as well as innumerable delays of 

also for their patience and willingness to support us 

the components deliveries. To overcome the effect of 

when we have had trouble getting tractors out on time.

these negative impacts the Buhler Industries team is 

working closely with our supply chain on a daily basis 

and has kept focus on specific issues to make sure that 

production lines continue to operate. Looking into 

2022, the supply chain issues will remain in place and 

will continue to impact our operations.

The production of Versatile tillage products as well 

as sales programs have been put on pause since last 

September due to moving tillage production capacities 

from our plant in Vegreville, Alberta to Winnipeg, 

Manitoba. This transition was made with the goals of 

improving efficiency and having better control over all 

I express my appreciation and gratitude to all Buhler 

business processes in the product life-cycle. The first 

Industries’ suppliers for their efforts to support our 

high-speed compact disc, the Fury, just recently left the 

production schedule and overall business relationships 

quality check area so the Company will be working on a 

in these tough times.

relaunch and acceleration of tillage production over the 

From sales prospective, 2021 was a very special year. 

next few months.

With unprecedented support from Versatile dealers, 

One of the noticeable highlights of the 2021 results is 

the entire years volume of production had been 

that increased level of Buhler Industries operational 

fully booked by early March of 2021. This has never 

profitability and positive net earnings which can be 

been seen in the recent history of Versatile. The total 

observed in the financial statement. The Company 

volume of orders in 2021 went up by 441% compared 

succeeded in absorbing significant losses of previous 

to 2020, which was partly caused by the drastically 

years, sustaining its capabilities of manufacturing, 

increased demand in the North American market of 

continuing new product development, and maintaining 

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an appropriate margin. I appreciate efforts and 

equipment. We also understand that with pushing our 

contribution of every Company stakeholder who made 

sales higher we provide more opportunities to all our 

this progress possible.

dealers, suppliers and other partners. 

My vision of 2022 prospects is cautiously optimistic 

In Q1-Q3 of 2022, our main focus in operations will 

since the Company will still be affected by global supply 

remain in North America. Our goals are to catchup the 

chain challenges as well as by growing prices and 

production backlog and eventually satisfy both, already 

lead-time caused by limited manufacturing capacities 

existing orders and expected ones. The Company will 

observed in many businesses across the globe. At the 

proceed with new development as scheduled so new 

same time the Buhler Industries management team 

generations of our product will come to fruition as  

will continue to drive the Company in the direction of 

we planned. 

growth and efficiency driving our ultimate goal which 

is making customers happy when owning brand-new 

Yury Ryazanov

Chief Executive Officer and Director

Marat Nogerov
President

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Management Discussion & Financial Analysis

Certain statements made in the following 

Versatile has the claim of being the first North American 

Management’s Discussion and Analysis contain 

manufacturer to mass-produce and market articulated 

forward-looking statements including, but not limited 

four-wheel drive tractors. Since Versatile opened more 

to, statements concerning possible or assumed future 

than 50 years ago, the Company has built over 100,000 

results of operations of Buhler Industries Inc. (the 

tractors at its plant in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. 

Company). Forward-looking statements represent the 

Currently, the plant builds fixed-frame front-wheel assist 

Company’s intentions, plans, expectations and beliefs, 

tractors from 175 to 365 horsepower and articulated 

and are not guarantees of future performance. Such 

four-wheel drives and DeltaTrack models from 405 

forward-looking statements represent the Company’s 

to 620, designed on the cornerstones of reliability, 

current views based on information as at the date 

durability, and ease of service and maintenance. Farm 

of this report. They involve risks, uncertainties and 

King products are manufactured in Morden, Manitoba, 

assumptions and the Company’s actual results could 

Canada. The dealer network of over 1,200 North 

differ, which in some cases may be material, from 

American locations provides first class service and 

those anticipated in these forward-looking statements. 

professional expertise to farmers and customers. 

Unless otherwise required by applicable securities law, 

the Company disclaims any intention or obligation to 

publicly update or revise this information, whether as 

a result of new information, future events or otherwise. 

Buhler Industries remains committed to continuous 

product improvement and incorporating new value-

added features. That tradition of excellence will 

The Company cautions investors not to place undue 

continue well into the future.

reliance upon forward-looking statements.

Company Overview 

The Company is headquartered in Winnipeg, Manitoba, 

Canada. Established in 1932 as an agricultural 

equipment manufacturer, the original company was 

purchased by John Buhler in 1969. Through expansion, 

new products and acquisitions, the Company has 

added many brands: Farm King, Ezee-On, Allied, 

Inland and Versatile. Today the Company operates 

several modern manufacturing plants and distribution 

centers. Factories in Morden and Winnipeg (Manitoba) 

build tractors, augers, snow blowers, mowers, tillage 

equipment, compact implements and more. In addition, 

the Company maintains Versatile and Farm King 

warehouses in both Canada and the United States. 

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Management Discussion & Financial Analysis

TEN YEAR HIGHLIGHTS 

In thousands of Canadian dollars (except per share amounts)

PERIOD END

2012

2013

2014

2015

2016

2017

2018

2019

2020

2021

Revenue

Gross profit

GP%

IFRS

IFRS

IFRS

IFRS

IFRS

IFRS

IFRS

IFRS

IFRS

IFRS

 357.749

 340.349

 325.521

245,676

274,067

311,974

287,984

229,119

249,550

317,178

54,858

57,318

47,730

22,266

21,226

36,153

 3,474 

10,343

11,685

33,079

15.3%

16.8%

14.7%

9.1%

7.7%

11.6%

1.2%

4.5%

5.7%

10.4%

Income from operations

31,750

34,789

22,491

(4,012)

(4,668)

9,387

 (22,505)

(13,631)

(10,444)

6,305

As percentage of revenue

9%

10%

7%

(2%)

(2%)

Net earnings

16,363

19,891

12,458

(5,316)

(2,677)

3%

520

(8%)

(6%)

(4%)

2%

 (49,532)

(29,489)

(25,809)

8,911

Earnings per share (EPS)

0.65

0.80

0.50

(0.21)

(0.11)

0.02

 (1.98)

(1.18)

(1.03)

0.36

EBITDA

Total assets

27,247

34,927

24,081

(6,489)

561

7,249

 (28,792)

2,075

(14,341)

19,177

250,569

283,403

362,844

339,029

278.415

319,739

 290,378 

262,604

227,759

224,949

Working capital

130,863

141,365

148,223

130,989

122,974

120,987

81,826

77,592

88,072

84,898

Shareholders’ equity

160,925

180,816

193,274

187,958

185,281

185,801

 136,269 

106,780

80,971

89,882

Book value per share

Return on average capital

Return on average equity

6.44

10%

11%

7.23

11%

12%

7.73

6%

7%

7.52

(3%)

(3%)

7.41

(1%)

(1%)

7.43

5.45

4.27

3.24

0%

0%

(16%)

(10%)

(27%)

(31%)

(24%)

(27%)

3.60

10%

10%

In this table, IFRS refers to the International Financial Reporting Standards. In 2021 the Company changed from it's year end to December 31 
that included 15 months. All prior years ended September 30.

General Information

The following discussion and analysis dated March 31, 

include the accounts of all subsidiaries.  The Company 

2022 was prepared by management and should be 

read in conjunction with the consolidated financial 

and all its Canadian subsidiaries operate with the 

Canadian dollar as the functional currency. During the 

statements prepared in accordance with International 

year the Company changed the year end to December 

Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). The following 

discussion and analysis is presented in millions of 

31 and as a result comparisons will be December 31, 

2021 (five quarters) versus September 30, 2020  

Canadian dollars. The consolidated financial statements 

(four quarters).

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Management Discussion & Financial Analysis

Highlights

Revenue

Revenue for the fifteen month period was $317.2, up 

$67.6 from sales of $249.6 in 2020. The Company’s 

increased sales growth for the period primarily results 

from the accounting change to a December year end in 

2021. Included in 2021 are fifteen months of sales versus 

twelve months of sales in 2020.

Gross Profit

Gross profit jumped to $33.1, an increase of $21.4 

from the prior year’s $11.7.  As a percentage of sales, 

gross profits were 10.4%, an increase from the prior 

year’s 4.7%. Strong demand for agricultural equipment 

coupled with the Company’s continued focus on margin 

improvements including the closure of manufacturing 

facilities during the period have resulted in significant 

margin improvements in the fifteen month period.

350

300

250

200

150

100

50

0

40

35

30

25

20

15

10

5

0

Sales (millions C$)

2017

2018

2019

2020

2021

Gross Profit (millions C$)

2017

2018

2019

2020

2021

Income from Operations

Income from Operations (millions C$)

Income from operations came in at $6.3 compared 

with a loss of $10.5 in 2020. Selling and administration 

expenses were $26.8, up from the prior year’s $22.1 

primarily due to the change in accounting year end. As 

a percentage of sales, selling and administration was 

8.4%, down from the prior year percentage of 8.9%.

10

5

0

-5

-10

-15

-20

-25

10

2017

2018

2019

2020

2021

Management Discussion & Financial Analysis

Income and Comprehensive Income

Net Earnings (millions C$)

The net earnings for the fifteen month period was $8.9, 

an improvement of $34.7 from the loss in the prior 

year. Increased gross profit of $21.4 drove most of the 

improvement over the prior year. In addition, the Company 

recorded a gain on sale of intellectual property of $12.7 and 

increased asset disposals of $0.8 when compared to the 

prior year. Exchange rate gains contributed $3.1 compared 

with the prior year.  Finally, a gain on forgiveness of debt 

of $1.5 and reduced taxes of $1.2 were offset by increased 

spending on selling and administration costs of $4.6 and 

R&D of $1.2 due mostly to having five quarters in 2021 

instead of four quarters in 2020.

EBITDA

EBITDA is the earnings before interest, income taxes, 

depreciation and amortization, and is considered to be 

a useful measure of the cash flow from operations of the 

Company. EBITDA for 2021 was $19.2, an increase from 

the prior year of $33.5. The improvement from the prior 

year was due primarily to gains on gross margin, gain on 

sale, exchange rate gains and forgiveness of debt.

Working Capital

Working capital is a measure of the Company's 

ability to discharge its current obligations by using 

its current assets. The Company continues to be in a 

strong position as the working capital at period end 

was $84.9, a decrease from the prior year’s $88.1. 

Accounting for much of the change were decreases in 

accounts receivable of $24.2 and an increase in bank 

indebtedness of $15.3 and an increase in long-term 

debt of $12.9 offset by increases in inventories of $19.5 

and a reduction in accounts payable of $29.9.

10

0

-10

-20

-30

-40

-50

20

15

10

5

0

-5

-10

-15

-20

-25

-30

150

120

90

60

30

0

2017

2018

2019

2020

2021

EBITDA (millions C$)

2017

2018

2019

2020

2021

Working Capital (millions C$)

2017

2018

2019

2020

2021

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Management Discussion & Financial Analysis

Research and Development

Consistent with the Company’s strategy over the past several years, the Company continues to invest in the 

development of new products for the future so expenditures for research and development continued to be high. 

The Company increased spending to $8.1, compared to $6.9 in 2020. The change in accounting year end accounts for 

most of the increase in spending due to reporting five quarters in 2021 versus four quarters in 2020. Management 

believes this strategy of continued investment in R&D will maintain the Company’s competitive position in the 

marketplace.  

(thousands C$)

(millions C$)

QUARTERLY NET EARNINGS RESULTS 

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NET QUARTERLY INCOME

2017

2018

2019

2020

2021

1st Quarter

(2,440)

 (5,798)

 (4,444)

(5,453)

(3,815)

2nd Quarter

(251)

 (6,554)

 7,041

(8,460)

436

3rd Quarter

2,581

 (2,876)

 (1,170)

462

3,759

4th Quarter

630

 (34,304)

 (30,916)

(12,358)

(743)

5th Quarter

-

-

-

-

9,274

Total

520

 (49,532)

 (29,489)

 (25,809)

8,911

10

0
-5
-10
-15
-20
-25
-30
-35

1st Quarter

2nd Quarter

3rd Quarter 4th Quarter

5th Quarter

17

7
1
0
2

18

8
1
0
2

19

9
1
0
2

20

0
2
0
2

21

1
2
0
2

17

7
1
0
2

18

8
1
0
2

19

9
1
0
2

20

0
2
0
2

21

1
2
0
2

17

7
1
0
2

18

8
1
0
2

19

9
1
0
2

20

0
2
0
2

21

1
2
0
2

17

7
1
0
2

18

8
1
0
2

19

9
1
0
2

20

0
2
0
2

21

1
2
0
2

17

7
1
0
2

18

8
1
0
2

19

9
1
0
2

20

0
2
0
2

21

1
2
0
2

Summary of Quarterly Results

The change in accounting for the fiscal period resulted in five quarters during 2021 versus four quarters in 2020 and 

the resulting quarterly discussion compares the October to December 2021 period versus the October to December 

2020 prior period.  

Sales for the quarter were $63.8 an increase of 12.5 from the prior period.  Company sales has continued to grow, as 

demand for agricultural equipment remains strong.  Net income improved for the quarter to $13.1 an improvement 

of 13.0 when compared to the prior period.  Contributing to the increase in net income was improved margin of $1.8 

over the prior period and a gain on sale of intellectual property of $12.1 for Tier III tractors that can no longer be sold 

in North America due to emissions standards.  This was offset by the gain on forgiveness of debt of $1.5 that was 

recognized in the prior period and not repeated in the current period.

Changes in the balance sheet include, increases in inventory of $12.8 due to increased sales and supply chain 

challenges and a reduction in accounts receivable of $14.3.  Accounts payable dropped by $13.2 to $72.1 in the 

current period and related party long term debt was reduced by $7.7.

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Management Discussion & Financial Analysis

Cash Flow and Capital Resources

Operating Activities

Net Cash Flow (millions C$)

Cash for the period was down $15.3 from 2020, coming 

in at an indebtedness of $22.1, compared to the prior 

year indebtedness of $6.8. Accounting for the increase 

in cash was net income of $8.9, net proceeds from 

investing activities of $6.5 and net proceeds from 

financing activities of $5.0. This was offset by a reduction 

in non-cash working capital at $20.2 and a reduction in 

non-cash operating activities of $15.4.

Management has diligently worked to control the 

investment in inventory in order to keep a strong cash 

position. The increase in sales has resulted in an increase 

in the Company's inventory turns, improving to 1.8 in 

2021 from 1.5 in 2020.

35
30
25
20
15
10
5
0
-5
-10
-15
-20
-25

2.0

1.5

1.0

0.5

0.0

2017

2018

2019

2020

2021

Inventory Turns

2017

2018

2019

2020

2021

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Management Discussion & Financial Analysis

Investing Activities

Asset Purchases (millions C$)

Cash received during the period for investing activities 

was $6.5 compared to cash utilized of $0.3 in 2020. 

Purchases of property, plant and equipment amounted 

to $5.0, which were offset by the cash proceeds on the 

sale of intellectual property of $11.2 and surplus assets 

of $0.3. In the prior year, purchases of property, plant 

and equipment was $1.1, offset by proceeds on sale of 

surplus assets of $0.8.

5

4

3

2

1

0

2017

2018

2019

2020

2021

Financing Activities

The Company's financing activities resulted in an 

inflow of $5.0 for the period, compared to $12.9 in the 

prior year. The Company received $15.0 from proceeds 

of long-term debt issuance and this was offset by 

a repayment of debt of $10.0. In the prior year the 

Company received tax credits of $0.6 and $12.3 in 

advances from a related party.

Resources

In order for the Company to operate and grow, 

continued funding resources are required. The Company 

has several options for funding available to it such as 

cash in the bank, cash provided by operations and 

acquiring new debt. Under the current agreements in 

place, the Company has access to $72.9 ($60.0 line of 

credit, $12.9 mortgage facility) in credit facilities. 

when appropriate. Despite the methods employed 

to manage these risks, future fluctuations in interest 

rates, exchange rates, raw material costs and customers 

condition can be expected to impact net earnings.

The Company may enter into fixed-rate debt to 

minimize the risk associated with interest rate 

fluctuations. In addition, the Company may employ 

hedging programs to minimize foreign exchange 

risks associated with the changes in the value of 

the Canadian dollar relative to the U.S. dollar. To the 

extent possible, the Company maximizes natural 

currency hedging by matching inflows from sales in 

either currency with outflows of costs and expenses 

denominated in the same currency. A portion of the 

remaining exposure to fluctuations in exchange rates 

may be mitigated with forward and option contracts.

Risks and Financial Instruments

The Company currently has a variable interest bank 

The Company recognizes that net earnings are exposed 

to changes in market interest rates, foreign exchange 

rates, prices of raw materials and risks regarding 

the financial condition of customers. These market 

conditions are regularly monitored and actions are taken 

credit facility. Should future cash requirements result 

in additional debt be taken on, management would 

evaluate the financing options available at that time and 

take a course of action that is in the best interests of the 

Company in the long-term. Currently, all of the financing 

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Management Discussion & Financial Analysis

needs of the Company are being met by the bank credit 

of strong demand for agricultural machinery and 

facility, which carries a low rate of variable interest.

equipment. Increased sales will require additional 

With respect to foreign exchange, the Company 

manages risk by use of the natural hedge that exists 

between the U.S. dollar denominated accounts 

receivables and accounts payable. Where a large 

difference in this hedge is anticipated, forward foreign 

exchange contracts may be entered into to mitigate 

the risk. Purchases of foreign exchange products for the 

purpose of speculation are not permitted. Transactions 

inventories and receivables to support the sales growth.  

The Company continues to experience supply chain 

challenges faced by the agricultural manufacturers as 

it works to improve shipments. The Company expects 

to see margin improvement stemming from increased  

customer demand and the reduction in manufacturing 

costs that were implemented in the prior year.

Critical Accounting Estimates

are only conducted with certain approved financial 

The Company believes the following accounting 

institutions. Fluctuations in foreign exchange rates 

estimates are critical to determining and understanding 

represent a material exposure for the Company's 

the operating results and the financial position of the 

financial results. Hedging programs employed 

Company.

may mitigate a portion of exposures to short-term 

fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates. The 

Company's financial results over the long-term will 

be affected by sizeable changes in the value of the 

Canadian dollar relative to the U.S. dollar.

Expected Credit Losses

The Company recognizes expected credit losses on 

financial assets and changes in such losses, at each 

reporting date to reflect changes in credit risk since the 

initial recognition of the financial assets. For accounts 

Credit risk arises from cash held with banks and credit 

receivable, the Company applied the simplified 

exposure to customers, including outstanding accounts 

approach permitted by IFRS 9, under which the lifetime 

receivable. The Company assesses the credit quality of 

expected credit losses must be recognized upon initial 

customers, taking into account their financial position, 

recognition. For loans classified under receivables, the 

past experience and other factors. Management 

Company measures credit risk based on the 12-month 

regularly monitors customer credit limits, performs 

expected credit risk if there has not been a significant 

credit reviews and, in certain cases, insures accounts 

increase in credit risk since initial recognition.

receivable balances against credit losses. Nonetheless, 

unexpected deterioration in the financial condition of a 

customer can have a negative impact on net earnings in 

the case of default.

Looking Forward

Increased sales are projected for the year. The Company 

has a large backlog that continues to grow as a result 

Allowance for Inventory Obsolescence 
and Net Realizable Value

The Company estimates allowances for potential 

losses resulting from inventory becoming obsolete 

or net realizable value declining below the carrying 

values. Additional allowances may be required if the 

physical condition of inventory deteriorates or customer 

requirements change.

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Management Discussion & Financial Analysis

lmpairment of Property, Plant and 
Equipment

matters could ultimately be resolved for amounts 

materially different to provisions or disclosures 

An integral component of impairment testing is 

previously made by the Company.

determining the asset's recoverable amount. The 

determination of the recoverable amount involves 

significant management judgment, including 

projections of future cash flows and the appropriate 

discount rates. The cash flows are derived from 

financial forecasts and do not include restructuring 

activities that the Company is not yet committed to 

or significant future investments that will enhance 

the asset's performance. Qualitative factors, including 

market presence and trends, strength of customer 

relationships, strength of local management, strength 

of debt and capital markets, and degree of variability 

in cash flows, as well as other factors, are considered 

when making assumptions with regard to future 

cash flows and the appropriate discount rate. The 

recoverable amount is most sensitive to the discount 

rate used for the discounted cash flow model as well as 

the expected future cash inflows and the growth rate 

used for extrapolation purposes. A change in any of the 

significant assumptions or estimates could result in a 

material change in the recoverable amount.

Contingencies and litigation 

Should a lawsuit or claim be brought against the 

Company, management assesses the potential financial 

exposure of the Company. In assessing any probable 

losses, the amount of possible insurance recoveries 

will be projected. The Company accrues such liabilities 

when a loss becomes probable and the net amount 

of the loss can reasonably be estimated. Due to the 

inherent uncertainties relating to the eventual outcome 

of litigation and potential insurance recovery, certain 

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Warranty obligation 

The Company offers warranties for its sale of equipment. 

Management estimates the related provision for 

future warranty claims based on historical warranty 

claim information, as well as recent trends that might 

suggest that past cost information may differ from 

future claims. Factors that could impact the estimated 

claim information include the success of the Company's 

productivity and quality initiatives, as well as parts and 

labor costs.

Economic Conditions

In the context of the COVID-19 pandemic and the 

related climate of uncertainty, the Company revised 

some of its most complex estimated and assumptions, 

including significant judgement areas, used in preparing 

the consolidated financial statements for the period 

ended December 31, 2021. The main estimates revised 

to reflect the impact of COVID-19 pandemic on financial 

reporting were the determination of whether there was 

an indication that assets, CGU's or groups of CGU's may 

be impaired, the assumption used in the establishment 

of their recoverable amount when an impairment test 

was deemed necessary, and the assessment of the 

credit risk on receivables. Additional revisions might be 

required in the future depending on the development of 

the pandemic and its impact on the final measurement 

of the carrying amount of the Company's assets. In 

general the Company has not seen significant impacts 

from COVID-19 to date other than the supply chain 

challenges.

Management Discussion & Financial Analysis

Income taxes 

Estimation of income taxes includes evaluating the 

recoverability of deferred tax assets based on an 

assessment of the Company's ability to utilize the 

underlying future tax deductions against future taxable 

income before they expire. The Company's assessment 

is based upon existing tax laws and estimates of future 

taxable income. If the assessment of the Company's 

ability to utilize the underlying future tax deductions 

changes, the Company would be required to recognize 

more or fewer of the tax deductions as assets, which 

would decrease or increase the income tax expense in 

the period in which this is determined.

the ultimate tax determination is uncertain during the 

ordinary course of business. The Company maintains 

provisions for uncertain tax positions that it believes 

appropriately reflect its risk with respect to tax matters 

under active discussion, audit, dispute or appeal with 

tax authorities, or which are otherwise considered to 

involve uncertainty. These provisions for uncertain 

tax positions are made using management's best 

estimate of the amount expected to be paid based 

on a qualitative assessment of all relevant factors. 

Management reviews the adequacy of these provisions 

at each consolidated balance sheet date. However, it is 

possible that at some future date an additional liability 

could result from audits by taxing authorities. Where the 

The Company makes claims for Scientific Research and 

final tax outcome of these matters is different from the 

Experimental Development (SRED) expenditures which 

amounts that were initially recorded, such differences 

are included in deferred taxes. The amounts recorded 

will affect the tax provisions in the period in which such 

are based on the Company's interpretation of the 

determination is made.

Income Tax Act of Canada provisions which govern the 

eligibility of SRED costs. The claims may be subject to 

review by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) before 

refunds are received. Actual collection may be materially 

different than what is recorded in the financial 

statements. The Company is currently challenging CRA 

in court in regards to certain of its SRED credits and 

believes that it will be successful in defending its SRED 

claim. The Company's SRED credits are recorded on the 

balance sheet after review of the relevant accounting 

pronouncements and collectability or recovery is 

reasonably assured.

The Company is subject to taxation in multiple 

jurisdictions. Significant judgment is required in 

determining the worldwide provision for taxation. 

There are many transactions and calculations for which 

The operations and organizational structure of the 

Company are complex, and related tax interpretations, 

regulations and legislation are continually changing. As 

a result, there are usually some tax matters in question 

that result in uncertain tax positions. The Company 

approaches uncertain tax positions from a liability or 

exposure perspective. The Company provides for future 

liabilities in respect of uncertain tax positions where 

additional tax may become payable in future periods 

and such provisions are based on management's 

assessment of exposures.

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Management Discussion & Financial Analysis

Disclosure Controls

Management is responsible for establishing and 

maintaining disclosure controls and procedures in 

order to provide reasonable assurance that material 

information relating to the Company is made known 

to them in a timely manner and that information 

Internal Controls Over Financial 
Reporting

Management is responsible for establishing and 

maintaining adequate internal controls over financial 

reporting to provide reasonable assurance regarding 

the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation 

required to be disclosed is reported within time periods 

of financial statements for external purposes in 

prescribed by applicable securities legislation. There are 

accordance with IFRS. Internal control systems, no 

inherent limitations to the effectiveness of any system 

matter how well designed, have inherent limitations 

of disclosure controls and procedures, including the 

possibility of human error and the circumvention or 

overriding of the controls and procedures. Accordingly, 

even effective disclosure controls and procedures can 

only provide reasonable assurance of achieving their 

control objectives. Based on management's evaluation 

of the design and effectiveness of the Company's 

disclosure controls and procedures, the Company's 

Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer have 

concluded that these controls and procedures are 

designed and operating effectively as of December 

31, 2021 to provide reasonable assurance that the 

information being disclosed is recorded, summarized 

and reported as required.

and therefore can only provide reasonable assurance as 

to the effectiveness of internal controls over financial 

reporting, including the possibility of human error 

and the circumvention or overriding of the controls 

and procedures. Based on management's design and 

testing of the effectiveness of the Company's internal 

controls over financial reporting, the Company's Chief 

Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer have 

concluded that these controls and procedures are 

designed and operating effectively as of December 31, 

2021 to provide reasonable assurance that the financial 

information being reported is materially accurate. 

During the period ended December 31, 2021, there 

have been no changes in the design of the Company's 

internal controls over financial reporting that have 

materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially 

affect, its internal controls over financial reporting.

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Management’s Responsibility for the  
Financial Statements

The accompanying consolidated financial statements 

The Board of Directors is responsible for ensuring 

and all the information in this annual report are the 

management fulfills its responsibilities for financial 

responsibility of management and have been approved 

reporting and is ultimately responsible for reviewing 

by the Board of Directors. The financial statements 

and approving the financial statements. The Board 

have been prepared by management in accordance 

carries out this responsibility through its Audit 

with International Financial Reporting Standards. When 

Committee. The Audit Committee is appointed 

alternative accounting methods exist, management 

by the Board and its directors are unrelated and 

has chosen those it deems most appropriate in the 

independent. The Committee meets periodically with 

circumstances. Financial statements are not precise 

management, as well as the external auditors, to discuss 

since they include certain amounts based on estimates 

internal controls over the financial reporting process, 

and judgments. Management has determined such 

auditing matters and financial reporting issues; to 

amounts on a reasonable basis in order to ensure that 

satisfy itself that each party is properly discharging 

the financial statements are presented fairly, in all 

its responsibilities; and, to review the annual report, 

material respects.

Management has prepared the financial information 

presented elsewhere in the annual report and 

has ensured that it is consistent with the financial 

statements.

Management has a system of internal controls 

designed to provide reasonable assurance that the 

financial statements are accurate and complete in 

all material respects. The internal control system 

the financial statements and the external auditors' 

report. The Audit Committee reports its findings to the 

Board for consideration when approving the financial 

statements for issuance to the shareholders. The 

Committee also considers, for review by the Board and 

approval by the shareholders, the engagement or  

re-appointment of the external auditors.

The financial statements have been audited by  

BDO LLP, the external auditors, in accordance with 

Canadian generally accepted auditing standards on 

includes an internal audit function and an established 

behalf of the shareholders.

business conduct policy that applies to all employees. 

Management believes that the systems provide 

reasonable assurance that transactions are properly 

authorized and recorded, financial information is 

relevant, reliable and accurate and that the Company's 

assets are appropriately accounted for and adequately 

safeguarded.

Yury Ryazanov

Willy Janzen, CPA, CGA, B.Comm.

Chief Executive Officer 
March 31, 2021 

Chief Financial Officer 
March 31, 2021 

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Independent Auditor’s Report
To the Shareholders of Buhler Industries Inc.:

Opinion
We have audited the consolidated financial statements 

The consolidated financial statements for the years 

ended September 3, 2020 and 2019 (not presented 

of Buhler Industries Inc. and its subsidiaries (the Group), 

herein but from which the comparative information 

which comprise the consolidated balance sheet as at 

as at October 1, 2019 has been derived) excluding 

December 31, 2021, and the consolidated statements 

the adjustments that were applied to restate certain 

of income (loss) and comprehensive income (loss) and 

comparative information were audited by another 

cash flows for the fifteen month period then ended, 

and notes to the consolidated financial statements, 

including a summary of significant accounting policies. 

auditor who expressed an unmodified opinion on those 

consolidated financial statements on December 24, 2020.

As part of our audit of the consolidated financial 

In our opinion, the accompanying consolidated financial 

statements for the year ended December 31, 2021, 

statements present fairly, in all material respects, the 

we also audited the adjustments that were applied to 

consolidated financial position of the Group as at 

restate certain comparative information for the year 

December 31, 2021, and its consolidated financial 

ended September 30, 2020.

performance and its consolidated cash flows for the 

fifteen month period then ended in accordance with 

International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRSs).

Basis for Opinion 
We conducted our audit in accordance with 

Canadian generally accepted auditing standards. Our 

responsibilities under those standards are further 

described in the Auditor’s Responsibilities for the Audit 

of the Consolidated Financial Statements section of our 

report. We are independent of the Group in accordance 

In our opinion, such adjustments are appropriate and 

have been properly applied.

Other than with respect to the adjustments that were 

applied to restate certain comparative information, 

we were not engaged to audit, review, or apply any 

procedures to the consolidated financial statements for 

the year ended September 30, 2020.

Key Audit Matters
Key audit matters are those matters that, in our 

with the ethical requirements that are relevant to our 

professional judgment, were of most significance in 

audit of the consolidated financial statements in Canada, 

our audit of the consolidated financial statements of 

and we have fulfilled our other ethical responsibilities 

the current period. These matters were addressed in 

in accordance with these requirements. We believe that 

the context of our audit of the consolidated financial 

the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and 

statements as a whole, and in forming our opinion 

appropriate to provide a basis for our opinion.

thereon, and we do not provide a separate opinion on 

Emphasis of Matter – Restated 
Comparative Information
We draw attention to Note 24 to the consolidated 

these matters.

Valuation of Inventory
Description of the key audit matter 

financial statements, which explains that certain 

The provision for obsolescence of inventory requires the 

comparative information presented for the year 

application of significant judgment by the Company, 

September 30, 2020 has been restated. Our opinion is 

particularly in the identification of slow moving and 

not modified in respect of this matter.

obsolete inventory and the quantification of the 

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provision to apply to the inventory identified. The 

discussion on the assessment of the estimate and the 

underlying assumptions is included in Note 4c of the 

consolidated financial statements. 

How the key audit matter was addressed in the audit

We assessed the key assumptions applied by the 

Company to calculate the provision. We tested the 

calculation of the provision and we compared the 

results of the analysis to comparable entities.

Other Information 
Management is responsible for the other information. 

The other information comprises: 

Responsibilities of Management and 
Those Charged with Governance for the 
Consolidated Financial Statements 
Management is responsible for the preparation and fair 

presentation of the consolidated financial statements 

in accordance with IFRSs, and for such internal control 

as management determines is necessary to enable the 

preparation of consolidated financial statements that 

are free from material misstatement, whether due to 

fraud or error.

In preparing the consolidated financial statements, 

management is responsible for assessing the Group’s 

ability to continue as a going concern, disclosing, 

• 

 The information, other than the consolidated 

as applicable, matters related to going concern and 

financial statements and our auditor’s report 

using the going concern basis of accounting unless 

thereon, included in the Annual Report, and

management either intends to liquidate the Group or 

• 

 The information included in the Management 

Discussion & Financial Analysis.

Our opinion on the consolidated financial statements 

does not cover the other information and we do not 

express any form of assurance conclusion thereon.

In connection with our audit of the consolidated 

financial statements, our responsibility is to read the 

other information identified above and, in doing so, 

consider whether the other information is materially 

inconsistent with the consolidated financial statements 

or our knowledge obtained in the audit, or otherwise 

appears to be materially misstated. 

to cease operations, or has no realistic alternative but to 

do so. 

Those charged with governance are responsible for 

overseeing the Group’s financial reporting process. 

Auditor’s Responsibilities for the 
Audit of the Consolidated Financial 
Statements 
Our objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance 

about whether the consolidated financial statements as 

a whole are free from material misstatement, whether 

due to fraud or error, and to issue an auditor’s report 

that includes our opinion. Reasonable assurance is a 

high level of assurance, but is not a guarantee that an 

We obtained the Annual Report and the Management 

audit conducted in accordance with Canadian generally 

Discussion & Financial Analysis prior to the date of 

accepted auditing standards will always detect a 

this auditor’s report. If, based on the work we have 

material misstatement when it exists. Misstatements can 

performed on this other information, we conclude 

arise from fraud or error and are considered material if, 

that there is a material misstatement of this other 

individually or in the aggregate, they could reasonably 

information, we are required to report that fact in this 

be expected to influence the economic decisions of 

auditor’s report. We have nothing to report in this 

users taken on the basis of these consolidated financial 

regard. 

statements.

As part of an audit in accordance with Canadian 

generally accepted auditing standards, we exercise 

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Independent Auditor’s Report

professional judgment and maintain professional 

of our auditor’s report. However, future events 

skepticism throughout the audit. We also: 

or conditions may cause the Group to cease to 

• 

 Identify and assess the risks of material 

continue as a going concern.

misstatement of the consolidated financial 

• 

 Evaluate the overall presentation, structure and 

statements, whether due to fraud or error, design 

content of the consolidated financial statements, 

and perform audit procedures responsive to those 

including the disclosures, and whether the 

risks, and obtain audit evidence that is sufficient 

consolidated financial statements represent the 

and appropriate to provide a basis for our opinion. 

underlying transactions and events in a manner 

The risk of not detecting a material misstatement 

that achieves fair presentation.

resulting from fraud is higher than for one resulting 

from error, as fraud may involve collusion, forgery, 

intentional omissions, misrepresentations, or the 

override of internal control.

• 

 Obtain sufficient appropriate audit evidence 

regarding the financial information of the 

entities or business activities within the Group to 

express an opinion on the consolidated financial 

• 

 Obtain an understanding of internal control 

statements. We are responsible for the direction, 

relevant to the audit in order to design 

supervision and performance of the group audit. 

audit procedures that are appropriate in the 

We remain solely responsible for our audit opinion.

circumstances, but not for the purpose of 

expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the 

Group’s internal control.

We communicate with those charged with governance 

regarding, among other matters, the planned scope 

and timing of the audit and significant audit findings, 

• 

 Evaluate the appropriateness of accounting 

including any significant deficiencies in internal control 

policies used and the reasonableness of accounting 

that we identify during our audit. 

estimates and related disclosures made by 

management. 

We also provide those charged with governance with 

a statement that we have complied with relevant 

• 

 Conclude on the appropriateness of management’s 

ethical requirements regarding independence, and to 

use of the going concern basis of accounting and, 

communicate with them all relationships and other 

based on the audit evidence obtained, whether 

matters that may reasonably be thought to bear on 

a material uncertainty exists related to events or 

our independence, and where applicable, related 

conditions that may cast significant doubt on the 

safeguards.

Group’s ability to continue as a going concern. If we 

conclude that a material uncertainty exists, we are 

required to draw attention in our auditor’s report to 

the related disclosures in the consolidated financial 

statements or, if such disclosures are inadequate, 

to modify our opinion. Our conclusions are based 

on the audit evidence obtained up to the date 

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The engagement partner on the audit resulting in this 

independent auditor’s report is Justin Friesen.

Winnipeg, Manitoba  

March 31, 2022 

Chartered 
Professional Accountants

Consolidated Balance Sheet

(000's C$)

Assets

Current Assets

As at December 31,

As at September 30,  

2021

2020
Restated - Note 24

Accounts receivable, net (note 9 and 22)

$

22,366

$

46,607

Income taxes receivable

Inventories, net (note 7)

Prepaid expenses

Total Current Assets

Property, plant and equipment (note 8)

Assets held for sale (note 8)

Deferred income tax assets (note 10)

Interests in joint ventures and other entities (note 11)

493

166,404

5,801

195,064

14,735

2,932

5,624

6,594

242

146,931

6,446

200,226

15,770

-

5,624

6,139

Total Assets

$

224,949

$

227,759

Liabilities and Shareholders’ Equity

Current Liabilities

Bank indebtedness (note 6)

Accounts payable and accrued liabilities (note 12)

Income taxes payable

Current portion of long-term debt (note 13)

Total Current Liabilities

Deferred income tax liabilities (note 10)

Long term debt (note 13)

Advance from related party (notes 9 and 24)

Total Liabilities

Shareholders’ Equity

Share capital (note 14)

Retained earnings

Total Shareholders' Equity

Total Liabilities and Equity

Subsequent events (note 23)

$

22,074

75,057

 178 

12,857

110,166

39

393

24,469

135,067

30,000

59,882

89,882

$

6,807

104,933

 414 

112,154

48

414

34,172

146,788

30,000

50,971

80,971

$

224,949

$

227,759

The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated 
financial statements.
Approved on behalf of the board:

Yury Ryazanov 
Chief Executive Officer 
March 31, 2022 

Grant Adolph P. Mgr. 
Chairman of the Board 
March 31, 2022 

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Consolidated Statement of Income (Loss) and  
Comprehensive Income (Loss)

For the fifteen month period ended December 31, 2021 and the year ended September 30, 2020  (000's C$ except per share amounts)

Revenue net (note 9)

       Cost of goods sold (note 9)

Gross Profit

       Selling & administration expenses

Income/(Loss) from Operations

       Gain on disposal of assets (notes 8 and 9)

       Gain on forgiveness of debt (note 6)

       Interest income

       Interest expense (notes 15)

       (Gain)/Loss on foreign exchange

       Share of income from interests in joint ventures and other entities (note 11)

      Research and development costs

Net Income/(Loss) Before Taxes

       Current income taxes (note 10)

       Deferred income taxes (note 10)

       Total income taxes

$

2021

317,178

284,099

$

2020

249,550

237,865

33,079 10.4%

26,774 8.4%

11,685 4.7%

22,129 8.9%

6,305 2.0%

(10,466)

(4.2%)

(14,068)

(1,525)

(20)

7,429

(2,097) 

(508)

8,106

(526)

-

(309)

7,074

 1,022 

(94)

6,909

8,988 2.8%

(24,542)

(9.8%)

77

-

77

1,384

(117)

1,267

Net Income/(Loss) and Comprehensive Income/(Loss)

$

8,911 2.8%

$

(25,809)

(10.3%)

Consolidated Statement of Change in  
Shareholders’ Equity

For the fifteen month period ended December 31, 2021 and the year ended September 30, 2020  (000's C$ except per share amounts)

Capital Stock, beginning and end of period

Retained Earnings, beginning of period

       Net income/(loss) and comprehensive income/(loss) for the period

Retained Earnings, end of period

Shareholders’ Equity, end of period

Loss per share

       Basic and fully diluted

2021

30,000

50,971

8,911

59,882

80,882

0.36

$

$

$

2020

30,000

76,780

(25,809)

50,971

80,971

(1.03)

$

$

$

The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.

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Consolidated Statement of Change in  

Shareholders’ Equity

Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows

For the fifteen month period ended December 31, 2021 and the year ended September 30, 2020  (000's C$)

Cash provided by (used in) operating activities

       Net income/(loss) and comprehensive income/(loss)

$

8,911

$

(25,809)

2021

2020

       Add (deduct) non-cash items

             Depreciation of property, plant and equipment

             Gain on disposal of assets

             Gain on forgiveness of debt

             (Gain)/Loss on foreign exchange

             Deferred income taxes

           Share of income from interests in joint ventures and other entities

Net change in non-cash working capital balances (note 18)

Investing activities

        Purchase of property, plant and equipment

       Proceeds on sale of assets

       Proceeds on sale of property

Financing activities (note 19)

       Recovery of tax credits

       Repayment of long-term debt

       Proceeds on long-term debt issuance

        Advances/(repayment) from related party

Foreign exchange (loss) gain on bank indebtedness

Net cash in the period

Bank indebtedness, beginning of period

2,760

(14,068)

(1,525)

(2,097)

-

(508)

(6,527)

(20,242)

(26,769)

(4,961)

252

11,184

6,475

-

(2,143)

15,000

(7,833)

5,024

3

(15,267)

(6,807)

3,127

(526)

-

1,011

(117)

(94)

(22,408)

41,475

19,067

(1,096)

765

-

(331)

566

-

-

12,314

12,880

(701)

30,915

(37,722)

Bank indebtedness, end of period

$

(22,074)

$

(6,807)

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

1. Basis of Operations 

as at December 31, 2021 incorporating financial results for the 

Buhler Industries Inc. (the Company) was incorporated under the laws 

fifteen-month transition period from October 1, 2020 to December 

of Canada on February 1, 1994. On March 24, 1994 the Company was 

31, 2021 (with a comparative of the year ended September 30, 2020). 

listed and posted for trading on the TSX under the stock exchange 

As a result, the amounts presented in these consolidated financial 

symbol “BUI”. The address of the registered office is 1260 Clarence 

statements are not entirely comparable. The Company will revert to 

Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba. The majority shareholder is Combine 

a customary reporting calendar on a December 31 year end, with 

Factory Rostselmash Ltd. and as of December 31, 2021 owns 96.7%  

fiscal quarters ending on the last day of March, June, September and 

of all outstanding shares of the Company. 

December each year.

The Company, through its subsidiaries and a joint venture, has 

The consolidated financial statements have been prepared under the 

manufacturing and warehousing facilities in Canada and the United 

historical-cost convention, except that certain financial instruments 

States of America (U.S.). The Company produces farm equipment for 

are stated at their fair value. 

sale in Canada, U.S. and overseas. 

The consolidated financial statements were approved by the Board of 

The geopolitical situation in Eastern Europe intensified on February 

Directors on March 31, 2022.

24, 2022, with Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. The situation continues 

to evolve as military activity proceeds and additional sanctions are 

imposed. The war is increasingly affecting economic and global 

financial markets and exacerbating ongoing economic challenges, 

including issues such as rising inflation and global supply-chain 

disruption.

The Company’s majority owner is Combine Factory Rostselmash 

Ltd. ("Rostselmash"), a privately held Russian-based manufacturer 

of agricultural equipment. No sanctions have been imposed on 

the Company's majority shareholder, the owners of the majority 

shareholder or any officers or directors of the Company. The Company 

has not paid dividends to the majority owner since it was purchased 

by Rostselmash. The Company has had limited sales and purchases in 

the region and is not materially impacted by the conflict. In addition, 

the Company does not store inventories or other assets in the region 

and as a result the Company has no exposure to its assets.

Political events and sanctions are continually changing and differ 

across the globe. As a result, volatility in commodity prices and 

currencies may impact the supply chain, demand for equipment and 

profit margins. The Company continues to monitor the situation.

2. Basis of Presentation 

The Company prepares its consolidated financial statements in 

accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). 

The Company’s functional currency is the Canadian dollar. The 

Canadian dollar is the reporting currency as much of the Company’s 

business, as well as the majority of the Company’s financing, is 

conducted in Canadian dollars. 

3. Significant Accounting Policies 

(a) Basis of consolidation 

The consolidated financial statements include the accounts of the 

Company and its active wholly-owned subsidiaries, Buhler Versatile 

Inc., Buhler Trading Inc., B.I.I. Fargo, Inc., Buhler Versatile USA Inc., 

Implement Sales Co. Inc., Haskett Properties Inc., ISCO Inc., Progressive 

Manufacturing Ltd., John Buhler Inc., and Amarillo Service and 

Supply Inc. Control exists when the Company has the power to 

govern the financial and operating policies so as to obtain benefits 

from its activities. The Company holds 100% of the voting rights of 

the subsidiaries, and therefore controls these entities. The financial 

statements of all subsidiaries are prepared as of the same reporting 

date using consistent accounting policies. All inter-company balances 

and transactions, including any unrealized profits arising from inter-

company transactions have been eliminated. 

(b) Business combinations 

Business combinations are accounted for using the acquisition 

method of accounting. The consideration transferred for the 

acquisition of a subsidiary is the fair values of the assets transferred, 

the liabilities incurred by the former owners of the acquiree and the 

equity interests issued by the Company. The consideration transferred 

includes the fair value of any asset or liability resulting from a 

contingent consideration arrangement. Acquisition costs incurred 

are expensed and included in general and administrative expenses. 

Any contingent consideration to be transferred by the acquirer 

will be recognized at fair value at the acquisition date. Subsequent 

changes to the fair value of the contingent consideration which is 

deemed to be an asset or liability will be recognized in accordance 

On March 25, 2021, the Company voted on changing its financial year 

with IAS 39 either in the statement of income or as a change to other 

end to December 31 from its previous year end of September 30. As a 

comprehensive income. Contingent consideration that is classified as 

result, the Company has prepared consolidated financial statements 

equity is not re-measured, and its subsequent settlement is accounted 

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for within equity.

(e) Revenue recognition

Identifiable assets acquired and liabilities and contingent liabilities 

assumed in a business combination are measured initially at their fair 

values at the acquisition date, irrespective of the extent of any non-

controlling interest. Goodwill is initially measured as the excess of the 

aggregate of the consideration transferred over the net identifiable 

Revenue is recognized when control of the equipment or parts has 

been transferred and the Company’s performance obligations to the 

customers have been satisfied. Revenue is measured as the amount 

of consideration the Company expects to receive in exchange for 

transferring the goods. 

assets acquired and liabilities assumed. If this consideration is less 

The timing of when the Company transfers the goods to the customer 

than the fair value of the net assets of the subsidiary acquired, the 

may differ from the timing of the customer’s payment. 

difference is recognized directly in the statement of income.

(c) Foreign currency translation 

The functional currency for each of the Company’s subsidiaries is 

the currency of the primary economic environment in which the 

entity operates. For all subsidiaries the functional currency has 

Revenues are stated net of discounts, allowances, settlement 

discounts and rebates, as well as costs for sales incentive programs, 

which are determined on the basis of historical costs and charged 

against profit for the period in which the corresponding sales are 

recognized. 

been determined to be the Canadian dollar. Transactions in foreign 

The Company has determined that the customers from the sale of 

currencies are translated to the respective functional currencies of 

equipment and parts are generally dealers. Transfer of control, and 

each entity within the consolidated group using the exchange rates 

thus related revenue recognition, generally corresponds to when the 

in effect at the date of the transactions. Monetary assets and liabilities 

equipment and parts are made available to the customer, based on 

denominated in foreign currencies at the reporting date are translated 

the shipping terms negotiated with customers. Most product is sold 

to the functional currency at the exchange rates prevailing at the end 

FOB Origin, while sales to related parties are shipped FOB Destination. 

of the reporting period. Non-monetary items measured at historical 

Therefore, the Company recognizes revenue at a point in time, when 

cost in a foreign currency are translated to the functional currency 

control is transferred to the customer at a sale price that the Company 

using the exchange rate prevalent at the date of acquisition. Non-

expects to receive. 

monetary items denominated in foreign currencies that are measured 

at fair value are translated to the functional currency at the exchange 

rate prevalent at the date that the fair value was determined. Foreign 

currency differences arising from translation are recognized in net 

income, except for exchange differences arising on the translation 

of financial instruments qualifying as a cash flow hedge, which are 

recognized directly in other comprehensive income (“OCI”). 

(d) Inventories 

Inventories are stated at the lower of cost and net realizable value. 

The cost of inventories is based on the first-in first-out principle and 

includes expenditures incurred in acquiring the inventories and 

bringing them to their existing location and condition. In the case 

of manufactured inventories, cost includes an appropriate share of 

variable and fixed overheads based on normal operating capacity. Any 

excess, unallocated, fixed overhead costs are expensed as incurred. 

Net realizable value is the estimated selling price in the ordinary 

course of business, less the estimated costs of completion and selling 

expenses. Inventories are written down to net realizable value if net 

realizable value declines below carrying amount. When circumstances 

that previously caused inventories to be written down below cost no 

longer exist or when there is clear evidence of an increase in selling 

For all sales, no significant uncertainty exists surrounding the 

purchaser’s obligation to pay for equipment and parts. The Company 

records appropriate allowance for credit losses. 

The cost of incentives, if any, are estimated at the inception of a 

contract at the amount that is expected to be paid and is recognized 

as a reduction to revenue at the time of the sale. If the estimate 

of the incentive changes following the sale to the customer, the 

change in estimate is recognized as an adjustment to revenue in the 

period of the change. The Company grants certain sales incentives 

to support sales of its products to retail customers. At the later of 

the time of sale or the time an incentive is announced to dealers, the 

Company records the estimated impact of sales allowances in the 

form of dealer and customer incentives as a reduction of revenue. 

Subsequent adjustments to sales incentive programs related to 

products previously sold are recognized as an adjustment to revenues 

in the period the adjustment is determinable. The determination of 

sales allowances requires management to make estimates based upon 

historical data, estimated future market demand for products, field 

inventory levels, announced incentive programs, competitive pricing 

and interest rates, among other things.

price, the amount of the write-down previously recorded is reversed. 

(f) Sales allowances 

The Company grants certain sales incentives to support sales of its 

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products to retail customers. At the later of the time of sale or the 

(j) Cash/bank indebtedness 

time an incentive is announced to dealers, the Company records 

Cash/bank indebtedness includes cash on hand, bank overdrafts 

the estimated impact of sales allowances in the form of dealer and 

and bankers acceptances. Bank overdrafts are repayable on demand. 

customer incentives as a reduction of revenue. The expense for new 

Bank overdrafts and bankers acceptances form an integral part of the 

programs is accrued at the inception of the program. The amounts 

Company’s cash management and are included as a component of 

of incentives to be paid are estimated. The determination of sales 

cash/bank indebtedness for the purpose of the statement of  

allowances requires management to make estimates based upon 

cash flows. 

historical data, estimated future market demand for products, field 

inventory levels, announced incentive programs, competitive pricing 

and interest rates, among other things. 

(g) Property, plant and equipment 

(k) Income taxes 

Income tax expense comprises current and deferred tax. Income tax 

expense is recognized in the statement of comprehensive income 

except to the extent that it relates to items recorded directly to equity, 

Property, plant and equipment are stated at cost less accumulated 

in which case it is recognized directly in equity. 

depreciation and any impairment losses. Cost includes any directly 

attributable costs, borrowing costs on qualifying construction 

projects, and the costs of dismantling and removing the items and 

restoring the site on which they are located. When major components 

of an item of property and equipment have different useful lives, they 

are accounted for as separate items. Depreciation is calculated using 

the following methods to allocate the cost of assets less their residual 

values over their estimated useful lives as follows:

Buildings

Equipment

Computer equipment

4 - 5%

20 - 100%

30 - 100%

Straight line

Declining balance

Declining balance

Depreciation methods, useful lives and residual values are reviewed 

at each reporting date. Assets under construction and land are not 

depreciated. 

Current income tax expense is the expected income tax payable on 

the taxable income for the period, using income tax rates enacted or 

substantively enacted in the jurisdictions the Company is required to 

pay income tax at the reporting date, and any income adjustments to 

income taxes payable in respect of previous periods. Current income 

tax expense is adjusted by changes in deferred tax assets and liabilities 

attributable to temporary differences between the tax bases of assets 

and liabilities and their carrying amounts in the financial statements, 

and by the availability of unused income tax losses. 

Deferred tax expense is recognized using the balance sheet method 

in which temporary differences are calculated based on the carrying 

amounts of assets and liabilities for financial reporting purposes and 

the tax bases of assets and liabilities for income taxation purposes. 

Deferred tax is not recognized for the following temporary timing 

differences: the initial recognition for both goodwill and assets and 

Leases of property, plant and equipment on terms that provide a 

liabilities in a transaction that is not a business combination and 

contractual right of use are measured at cost, comprised of the initial 

that affects neither accounting nor taxable income; and differences 

measurement of the corresponding finance lease payable, lease 

relating to investments in subsidiaries to the extent that it is probable 

payments made at or before the commencement date and any initial 

that they will not reverse in the foreseeable future. Deferred tax is 

direct costs. They are subsequently depreciated on a straight-line basis 

measured at the income tax rates that are expected to be applied 

and reduced by impairment losses. At period end, the Company had 

when the temporary difference reverses, that is, when the asset is 

no right of use assets. 

(h) Research and development expenses 

realized or the liability is settled, based on the income tax laws that 

have been enacted or substantively enacted at the reporting date. 

The Company expenses all research and development costs as they 

Deferred tax assets are recognized only to the extent that it is 

are incurred unless they meet the criteria for deferral in accordance 

probable that future taxable income will be available against which 

with IAS 38 Intangible Assets. No such development costs have been 

the assets can be utilized. Deferred tax assets are reviewed at each 

deferred to date. 

reporting date and are reduced to the extent that it is no longer 

probable that the related income tax benefit will be realized. 

(i) Interest in joint ventures and other entities 

Current tax assets and liabilities are offset when the Company and 

The Company accounts for its interest in joint ventures using the 

its subsidiaries have a legally enforceable right to offset the amounts 

equity method. Interests in other entities where there is no significant 

and intend to either settle on a net basis, or to realize the asset and 

influence are recorded at fair value.

settle the liability simultaneously. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are 

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offset when there is a legally enforceable right to offset and when the 

position. Changes in fair value are recognized in the consolidated 

deferred tax balances relate to the same income tax authority.

statement of comprehensive income through gains/losses on foreign 

(l) Financial instruments 

exchange.

In accordance with IFRS 9 - Financial Instruments, financial assets are 

(n) Comprehensive income 

classified as measured at either amortized cost, fair value through 

Comprehensive income includes all changes in equity of the Company, 

other comprehensive income or fair value through profit or loss, 

except those resulting from investments by shareholders and 

depending on the business model for managing such financial assets 

dividends paid. Comprehensive income is the total of net income and 

and the asset’s contractual cash flow characteristics. Financial liabilities 

other comprehensive income. Other comprehensive income comprises 

are classified as measured at amortized cost using the effective 

revenues, expenses, gains and losses that require recognition, but 

interest method. 

The Company’s financial instruments are classified as follows: a) 

cash and cash equivalents (bank indebtedness) - fair value through 

profit and loss, b) accounts receivable - amortized cost, c) advances 

to related parties - amortized cost, d) accounts payable and accrued 

are excluded from net income. The Company does not have any 

items giving rise to other comprehensive income, nor is there any 

accumulated balance of other comprehensive income. All gains and 

losses, including those arising from measurement of all financial 

instruments have been recognized in net income for the period. 

liabilities - amortized cost, d) interests in other entities - fair value 

(o) Product warranties 

through profit and loss, e) advances from related parties - amortized 

The Company makes provisions for estimated expenses related 

cost and f ) long-term debt - amortized cost. All financial instruments 

to product warranties at the time products are sold. Management 

are included in the consolidated balance sheet and are measured at 

establishes these estimates based on historical information on the 

fair value except loans and receivables and other financial liabilities, 

nature, frequency and average cost of warranty claims. The Company 

which are measured at amortized cost. 

All changes in fair value are recorded to the statement of 

comprehensive income unless cash flow hedge accounting is used, in 

seeks to improve product quality and minimize warranty expenses 

arising from claims. Warranty costs may differ from those estimated if 

actual claim rates are higher or lower than historical rates.

which case changes in fair value are recorded in other comprehensive 

(p) Impairment 

income. 

Impairment of non-financial assets 

The Company’s policy is not to utilize derivative financial instruments 

Tangible assets and definite life intangible assets are reviewed at 

for trading or speculative purposes. The Company may utilize 

each balance sheet date to determine whether events or conditions 

derivative instruments in the management of its foreign currency and 

indicate that their carrying amount may not be recoverable. If any 

interest rate exposures. 

FVTPL financial instruments are subsequently measured at fair value 

and all gains and losses are included in net income in the period 

in which they arise. Available-for-sale financial instruments are 

subsequently measured at fair value with revaluation gains and losses 

included in other comprehensive income until the instrument is 

derecognized or impaired.

(m) Derivative financial instruments 

The Company operates principally in Canada and the United States, 

which gives rise to risks that its income and cash flows may be 

adversely impacted by fluctuations in foreign exchange rates. The 

such indication exists, the recoverable amount of the asset, which 

is the higher of its fair value less costs to sell and its value in use, is 

estimated in order to determine the extent of the impairment loss. 

Where the asset does not generate cash flows that are independent 

from other assets, the Company estimates the recoverable amount 

of the cash-generating unit (CGU) to which the asset belongs. For 

tangible and intangible assets excluding goodwill, the CGU is the 

smallest group of assets that generates cash inflows from continuing 

use that are largely independent of the cash inflows of other assets or 

groups of assets.

Impairment of financial assets 

Company may enter into foreign currency forward contracts to 

Financial assets are assessed at each reporting date to determine 

manage foreign exchange exposures on accounts receivable expected 

whether there is any objective evidence that they are impaired. A 

to be recovered in U.S. dollars. 

The fair value of each contract is included on the consolidated balance 

sheet within derivative financial instrument assets or liabilities, 

depending on whether the fair value was in an asset or liability 

financial asset is considered to be impaired if objective evidence 

indicates that one or more events have had a negative effect on 

the estimated future cash flows of that asset. An impairment loss is 

calculated as the difference between its carrying amount, and the 

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present value of the estimated future cash flows discounted at their 

attributes. The Company’s assessment is based upon existing tax 

original effective interest rate. All impairment losses are recognized in 

laws and estimates of future taxable income. If the assessment of 

the consolidated statement of comprehensive income. An impairment 

the Company’s ability to utilize the underlying future tax deductions 

loss is reversed if the reversal can be related objectively to an event 

changes, the Company would be required to recognize more or fewer 

occurring after the impairment loss was recognized. 

of the tax deductions as assets, which would decrease or increase the 

4. Critical Accounting Estimates and Judgments 

The Company makes estimates and assumptions concerning the 

future. The resulting accounting estimates may, by definition, not 

equal the actual results. The estimates and assumptions that are 

critical to the determination of carrying value of assets and liabilities 

are addressed below.

(a) Sales incentives 

The Company provides certain sales incentives on some sales that 

may be settled after period end. An estimate of these amounts that 

may be payable is accrued, but may vary based on the programs 

in place at the time of settlement. These have been accrued for in 

accounts payable and accrued liabilities. 

(b) Allowance for inventory obsolescence and net realizable value 

The Company estimates allowances for potential losses resulting from 

inventory becoming obsolete and that cannot be processed and/

or sold to customers. Additional allowances may be required if the 

physical condition of inventory deteriorates or customer requirements 

change and cost exceeds net realizable value. The Company has 

high estimation uncertainty regarding its inventory provision. The 

Company provision ranges from 20% to 30% on selected items. If this 

assumption changed by 10% the provision would increase or decrease 

by $4.5 million.

(c) Provision for warranty costs 

income tax expense in the period in which this is determined. 

The Company makes claims for Scientific Research and Experimental 

Development (SRED) expenditures which are included in deferred 

taxes. The amounts recorded are based on the Company's 

interpretation of the Income Tax Act of Canada provisions which 

govern the eligibility of SRED costs. The claims may be subject to 

review by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) before refunds are 

received. Actual collection may be materially different than what 

is recorded in the financial statements. The Company is currently 

challenging CRA in court in regards to certain of its SRED credits 

and believes that it will be successful in defending its SRED claim. 

The Company's SRED credits are recorded on the balance sheet after 

review of the relevant accounting pronouncements (note 10). 

The Company is subject to taxation in multiple jurisdictions. Significant 

judgment is required in determining the worldwide provision for 

taxation. There are many transactions and calculations for which the 

ultimate tax determination is uncertain during the ordinary course 

of business. The Company maintains provisions for uncertain tax 

positions that it believes appropriately reflect its risk with respect 

to tax matters under active discussion, audit, dispute or appeal 

with tax authorities, or which are otherwise considered to involve 

uncertainty. These provisions for uncertain tax positions are made 

using management’s best estimate of the amount expected to be paid 

based on a qualitative assessment of all relevant factors. Management 

The Company offers warranties for its sale of equipment. Management 

reviews the adequacy of these provisions at each consolidated 

estimates the related provision for future warranty claims based on 

balance sheet date. However, it is possible that at some future date 

historical warranty claim information, as well as recent trends that 

an additional liability could result from audits by taxing authorities. 

might suggest that past cost information may differ from future 

Where the final tax outcome of these matters is different from the 

claims. 

Factors that could impact the estimated claim information include the 

amounts that were initially recorded, such differences will affect the tax 

provisions in the period in which such determination is made. 

success of the Company’s productivity and quality initiatives, as well 

The operations and organizational structure of the Company are 

as parts and labor costs. 

(d) Income taxes 

Estimation of income taxes includes evaluating the recoverability of 

deferred tax assets based on an assessment of the Company’s ability 

to utilize the underlying future tax deductions against future taxable 

income before they expire. Management plans to take all necessary 

steps to utilize deferred tax attributes before they expire and believe 

they have a plan that ensures they will ultimately fully utilize these 

complex, and related tax interpretations, regulations and legislation 

are continually changing. As a result, there are usually some tax 

matters in question that result in uncertain tax positions. The 

Company approaches uncertain tax positions from a liability or 

exposure perspective. The Company provides for future liabilities 

in respect of uncertain tax positions where additional tax may 

become payable in future periods and such provisions are based on 

management’s assessment of exposures. 

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(e) Economic conditions

Russian ownership (Note 1), management is monitoring ongoing 

In the context of the Covid-19 pandemic and the related climate of 

compliance. 

uncertainty, the Company revised some of its most complex estimated 

and assumptions , including significant judgement areas, used in 

preparing the consolidated financial statements for the period ended 

December 31, 2021. The main estimates revised to reflect the impact 

of Covid-19 pandemic on financial reporting were the determination 

of whether there was an indication that assets, CGU’s or groups of 

CGU’s may be impaired, the assumption used in the establishment 

of their recoverable amount when an impairment test was deemed 

necessary, and the assessment of the credit risk on receivables. 

In the prior period, the Company also accessed loans in the amount 

of $1,534 ($1,146 USD) with Alerus Financial. These loans bore interest 

at 1% per annum. These loans were scheduled to have repayments 

commence on December 15, 2020, however prior to scheduled 

repayments commencing, but subsequent to period end, the loans 

were repaid in full through receipt of government grants from the 

United States Small Business Administration’s Paycheck Protection 

Program. 

Additional revisions might be required in the future depending 

7. Inventories (000's C$)

on the development of the pandemic and its impact on the final 

measurement of the carrying amount of the Company’s assets. 

The Covid-19 pandemic continues to disrupt supply chains and the 

Companies ability to produce all parts on a timely basis. 

(f) Government grants 

Government assistance that requires payment and that is non-interest 

bearing is accounted for at its fair value, based on management’s 

best estimates. The difference between the assistance amount and its 

fair value is accounted for as a government grant and recognized in 

income over the period in which the related cost they are intended to 

compensate for are recognized. 

Raw materials

Work in process

Finished goods

December 31, 
2021

September 30, 
2020

$ 83,048

4,284

79,072

$ 50,786

5,896

90,249

$ 166,404

$ 146,931

During the period, inventories in the amount of $206,678 (2020 

- $170,674) were expensed to cost of goods sold, which included 

net inventory reversals of write-downs of $4,212 (2020 - recoveries 

$1,556). 

The carrying value of inventories is pledged as security against the 

5. Accounting Standards Implemented in 2021

No new accounting standards came into effect in 2021 fiscal year.

Company’s credit facilities. 

Included in inventories are units sold on consignment being held at 

dealers locations in the amount of $782 (2020 - $3,861). 

6. Credit Facilities (000’s C$) 

The Company has available a financing facility in the amount 

of $60,000 (2020 - $60,000). This facility is an asset-based credit 

agreement with the Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (CIBC). 

The credit facility is secured by a general security agreement and 

assignment of specific receivables and inventory in Canada and the 

U.S. In addition, certain Canadian properties are also secured by CIBC. 

The Company convenants that the value of its accounts receivable and 

inventories are less than or equal to 85% of it's calculated borrowing 

base or it is subjected to a Fixed Charge Coverage Ratio of not less 

than 1.05:1.00. The financing facility is at Bankers Acceptance and/or 

LIBOR rates plus stamping fees. At December 31, 2021, the amount 

drawn on this facility is $27,299 (2020 - $6,673). Cash balances of 

$5,224 (2020 - $1,400) have been netted with the above facilities.

The financing agreement incorporates an Anti-Corruption Laws and 

Sanctions covenants requiring the Company and its officers, directors, 

employees and agents to not be a sanctioned person. The agreement 

also contains and a Material Adverse Effect covenant. Due to its 

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8. Property, Plant and Equipment (000’s C$ 

9. Related Party Transactions (000's C$)

Land

Buildings

Equipment

Computer 
Equipment

Total

3,557

9,096

-

-

-

-

(110)

(908)

4,645

1,064

(127)

742

32

(2)

18,040

1,096

(239)

(1,988)

(231)

(3,127)

3,557

8,078

-

-

1,708

-

3,594

2,772

(274)

(1,275)

(1,657)

-

541

481

(30)

-

15,770

4,961

(304)

(2,932)

Sept. 30, 
2019 net  
book value

Additions

Disposals

Depreciation

Sept. 30, 
2020 net 
book value

Additions

Disposals

Transfer to 
held for sale

Accounts receivable from controlling 
shareholder

2021

2020

$4,229

$3,076

Accounts payable to controlling shareholder

83

2,086

Advances from controlling shareholder

24,469

34,172

Net sales to controlling shareholder 
including intellectual property sales 
recorded as gains on disposal of assets

$19,572

$6,052

Net purchases from controlling shareholder

143

378

All transactions with related parties are recorded at fair value agreed 

to by the related parties. In the current period, the Company sold 

certain intellectual properties to the controlling shareholder. These 

relate to Tier III tractor models that no longer have a market in North 

Depreciation

-

(1,054)

(1,509)

(197)

(2,760)

America for $14,400. There was no cost basis for these intellectual 

Dec. 31, 
2021 net 
book value

$2,282

$7,075

$4,583

$795

$14,735

agreed upon are based on external valuations. 

properties, which resulted in a gain on sale of $14,400. The amounts 

Land

Buildings

Equipment

Computer 
Equipment

Total

Cost

$3,557

$28,361

$58,412

$6,847

$97,177

Accumulated 
depreciation

2020 net  
book value

-

(20,283)

(54,818)

(6,306)

(81,407)

$3,557

$8,078

$3,594

$541

$15,770

Cost

$ 3,557

$30,015

$54,278

$5,026

$90,705

(1,275)

(1,657)

-

-

(2,932)

-

(21,283)

(49,695)

(4,231)

(75,970)

Transfer to 
held for sale

Accumulated 
depreciation

2021 net 
book value

The advances from the controlling shareholder of $19,300 USD (2020 

- $25,618 USD) bears interest at 5.0%. Amounts are repayable in USD 

as follows:

Due Date

November 2023

January 2024

January 2024

Accrued interest

Total

2021

2020

Restated
(note 24)

$8,000

$8,000

3,020

8,280

-

9,020

8,280

318

$19,300

$25,618

$2,282

$7,075

$4,583

$795

$14,735

Compensation of Key Management 

The Company reviewed its property, plant and equipment for 

indicators of impairment. No assets were identified as impaired. 

Key management personnel are those persons having authority and 

responsibility for planning, directing and controlling the activities 

of the Company. The Board of Directors and Executive Committee 

Included in property, plant and equipment is $709 of equipment not 

are key management personnel. The following table details the 

being depreciated as the assets are not yet in use (2020 - $19). 

During the previous year, and into the current period the Company 

transitioned operations from its Fargo, ND and Willmar, MN to it’s 

Morden, MB facility. As a result the facilities and related land in these 

two locations is now considered redundant to the needs of the 

Company and are actively listed for sale. It is anticipated both facilities 

will be sold in the coming year.

compensation paid to these key management personnel (note - no 

amounts were paid for post-retirement benefits nor were there any 

share based payments): 

Salaries, fees and short term employee 
benefits

2021

2020

$2,781

$2,460

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10. Income Taxes (000's C$)

Current period

Adjustment for prior years

Current income tax expense (recovery)

Origination and reversal of timing 
differences

Derecognition of tax credits

SR&ED credits earned

Deferred taxes (recovery) expense 

2021

$107

(30)

$77

-

-

-

-

2020

$602

782

$1,384

$(117)

-

-

$(117)

taxable profits is probable. The ability to realize the tax benefits of 

these losses is dependent upon a number of factors, including the 

future profitability of operations in the jurisdictions in which the tax 

losses arose. 

The Company has a deferred tax asset of $35,308 in Canada  

(2020 - $34,058). In the current period, only $5,624 (2020 - $5,624) has 

been recorded. The remaining $29,684 will be recognized in future 

periods when profitability returns in Canada. These losses begin to 

expire in 2037. 

Deferred tax assets of $18,211 in the U.S. (2020 - $19,296) in excess 

of the deferred tax losses are available to be carried forward to 

Combined Canadian federal and 
provincial income tax rate

Foreign tax rate differences applied to 
profits (losses)

27.0%

27.0%

future periods. Management believes that these assets will be 

realized in future periods. As a result of losses over the past few 

-

-

years, management has decided to not recognize these assets as at 

Derecognition of tax credits

(4.6%)

(27.2%)

Losses carried back at a higher tax rate

Adjustments for prior years

SR&ED credits earned 

Non-taxable portion of capital gains

Permanent differences and other

Effective income tax rate 

-

3.6%

(4.0%)

(24.4%)

3.3%

0.9%

-

(3.2%)

-

-

(1.8%)

(5.2%)

Income taxes paid during the period were $468 (2020 - $317). 

December 31, 2021. These assets will be recognized in future periods 

when profitability returns in the U.S.. These losses begin to expire  

in 2034. 

The current value of all SRED claims net of estimated taxes and 

allowances is $4,693 (September 30, 2020 - $4,693). The Company's 

claims for SRED credits for the tax years 2005 - 2011 ($5,506) are 

currently being challenged by Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). The 

claim for 2005 will be reviewed by tax court, while claims for 2006 and 

2007 are being held in abeyance by CRA pending the outcome of the 

2005 claim. Tax years 2008 through to 2011 have received refunds 

Deferred income taxes are recorded to reflect the timing differences 

in the amount of $813 during the prior year and the assessments for 

arising from deduction of warranty costs for income tax purposes, 

these years will  

the amounts of depreciation and amortization provided in the period 

be appealed. Final settlement for these claims may take several years 

compared to the allowances deducted for income tax purposes, 

to resolve. 

taxable losses carried forward to future periods, expected Scientific 

Research and Experimental Development (SRED) tax credit claims and 

other temporary timing differences. 

The 2012, 2013 and 2014 claims ($2,206) have been approved and 

were paid out by CRA in prior years. The 2015, 2016 and 2017 claims 

have been approved and partially paid out by CRA ($1,633), with 

The following are the components of the deferred tax assets and 

the remaining payment expected in a future period when there is 

liabilities recognized by the Company: 

taxable income. The 2018 claim for $482 is currently under review. The 

2020 and 2021 SRED claims will be filed with CRA prior to any filing 

deadlines. 

Deferred income tax assets

Property, plant and equipment

SRED credits

Total

2021

$931

4,693

2020

$931

4,693

$5,624

$5,624

Deferred income tax liabilities 

Property, plant and equipment

2021

$39

2020

$48

Deferred tax assets are recognized for tax loss carry-forwards to the 

extent that the realization of the related tax benefit through future 

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

11. Interests in Joint Ventures and Other Entities (000’s C$)

13. Short and Long-Term Debt (000’S C$) 

The Company has a joint venture operating as Bradley Steel Processors 

The Company’s long-term debt consists of a $15,000 facility with 

Inc. and minority interests in other various entities. 

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce, secured by a mortgage on 

The summarized financial information of the Company’s share of the 

investments in joint ventures and other entities is as follows: 

Balance sheet information

2021

2020

Assets

Current

Non-current

Total Assets

Liabilities

Current

Non-current

Total Liabilities

Equity

Total Liabilities and Equity

Income statement 
information

Revenues

Profit from continuing 
operations

Net income and 
comprehensive income

Other information

Dividends received from joint 
ventures and other entities

Depreciation

Income tax expense

$6,942

174

$7,116

$520

2

522

6,594

$7,116

$6,123

249

$6,372

$231

2

233

6,139

$6,372

$7,239

$4,140

$697

$508

$10

$38

$189

$131

$94

$26

$18

$36

12. Warranty Provision (000’S C$) 

The Company generally provides its customers with a warranty on the 

goods sold. The movement in the provision for warrant costs during 

the Company’s Winnipeg properties and a guarantee from Export 

Development Canada. The loan matures on October 8, 2022 and is 

amortized over 84 months with principal repayments commencing 

February 2021 in the amount of $179 per month. It is anticipated that 

this will be renewed in October 2022.

The long-term debt facility incorporates the same Anti-Corruption 

Laws and Sanctions and Material Adverse Effect covenants as the 

credit facility discussed in Note 6.

The Company has long-term debt of $393, 2020 - $414 ($310 USD, 

2020 - $310 USD) due to The City of Willmar. This amount bears 

interest at the annual rate of the implicit price deflator for Minnesota 

and is due June 2025. 

14. Capital Stock and Options (000’s C$)

Authorized, an unlimited number of Class A & B common shares. 

2021

2020

Shares

Shares

Issued Class A 
common

25,000 $30,000

25,000

$30,000

There are no options outstanding as of December 31, 2021 nor 

September 30, 2020.

15. Interest Paid (000’s C$)

Bank indebtedness 

Wholesale financing

Long-term debt

2021

$691

 4,161 

2,577

$7,429

2020

$1,602

 4,117 

1,355

$7,074

the period is as follows: 

Opening balance

Warranty accrual (recovery) (net)

Effect of exchange rate

Closing balance

Interest expense includes interest on long-term, bank indebtedness 

and wholesale financing. Through an agreement with DLL, the initial 

wholesale financing interest expense for the dealer is paid by Buhler 

Industries Inc. to DLL to support a segment of Buhler’s North American 

dealer network. Under the agreement, dealers have dedicated credit 

2020

$5,810

3,490

15

lines with DLL, customized service, and competitive terms that allow 

2021

$9,315

2,045

(48)

$11,312

$9,315

them to manage and grow their businesses effectively. The floorplan 

The Company’s warranty costs for the period, net of recoveries from 

suppliers, was $15,179 (2020 - $11,671). 

financing terms and interest costs are variable and may change 

from time to time. As part of the agreement with DLL, the Company 

guarantees the repurchase of equipment in certain instances such as 

dealer bankruptcy.

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16. Expenses by Nature (000’s C$)

Raw materials and 
consumables used

Depreciation and amortization

Personnel expenses

Freight

2021

2020

$240,921

$197,952

2,760

64,095 

8,443 

1,937

61,918 

5,118 

$316,219

$266,925

17. Segmented Information (000’s C$)

                       2021

Canada

U.S.

CIS

Other

Revenue

$122,170  $154,847

$7,381 $32,780

Property, plant, 
and equipment

10,460

5,143

167

-

19. Cash Flow Changes from Financing Activities (000’s C$)

Details of changes in financing activities for the period ended 

December 31, 2021 and September 30, 2020 are as follows: 

Short-term 
debt

Long-term 
debt

Advances 
from 
related 
party

Total

Sept 30, 2019

Cash flows

Foreign exchange

Sept 30, 2020

Cash flows

-

-

-

-

-

Foreign exchange

12,857

$(411)

$(21,858)

$(22,269)

-

(3)

(12,314)

(12,314)

-

(3)

(411)

(34,172)

(34,586)

-

21

7,833

1,870

7,833

1,891

Dec 31, 2021

$12,857

$ (393)

$(24,469)

$(24,862)

                       2020

20. Capital Management

The Company’s fundamental objectives in managing capital are to 

Canada

U.S.

CIS

Other

maintain financial flexibility in order to preserve its ability to meet 

Revenue

$102,192

$120,840

$8,887

$28,850

Property, plant,  
and equipment

10,460

5,143

167

-

CIS is the Commonwealth of Independent States, including Russia, 

Kazakhstan and Ukraine.

18. Changes in non-cash working capital (000’s C$)

Details of changes in financing activities for the period ended 

December 31, 2021 and September 30, 2020 are as follows: 

Accounts receivable

Inventories

Prepaid expenses

Accounts payable and accrued 
liabilities

Income taxes receivable/
payable

Foreign exchange loss on the 
above items

2021

$24,240

(19,473)

644

(29,875)

(487)

4,709

2020

$12,766

18,700

(2,902)

9,511

4,218

(815)

financial obligations, ensure adequate liquidity and financial flexibility 

at all times, and deploy capital to provide an appropriate investment 

return to its shareholders while maintaining prudent levels of financial 

risk. The Company believes that the aforementioned objectives are 

appropriate in the context of the Company’s business. 

The Company defines its capital as cash, bank indebtedness, 

shareholders’ equity, long-term debt, advances from related party, net 

of any cash and cash equivalents. The Company’s financial strategy 

is designed to maintain a flexible capital structure consistent with 

the objectives stated above and to respond to changes in economic 

conditions and the risk characteristics of underlying assets. In order 

to maintain or adjust its capital structure, the Company may purchase 

shares for cancellation pursuant to normal course issuer bids, issue new 

shares, raise debt (secured, unsecured, convertible and/or other types 

of available debt instruments), enter into hedging arrangements and 

refinance existing debt with different characteristics, amongst others. 

The Company constantly monitors and assesses its financial 

performance and economic conditions in order to ensure that its net 

$(20,242)

$41,478

debt levels are prudent. 

The Company’s financial objectives and strategy are reviewed on 

an annual basis. The Company believes that its ratios are within 

reasonable limits, in light of the relative size of the Company and its 

capital management objectives. 

There are no externally imposed capital restrictions on the Company. 

There were no changes in the Company’s approach to capital 

management during the period. 

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

21. Financial Instruments (000’s C$)

values of these financial instruments approximate fair value due to the 

The following presents the carrying value and fair value of the 

short term nature of the financial instruments or they are carried at 

Company’s financial instruments:

fair value. 

Bank 
indebtedness

Accounts 
receivable

2021

Financial Asset/
Liability

Classification

Carried 
at cost/
Amortized 
cost

Fair 
value

Amortized cost

$(22,074)

The Company has classified its interest in other entities as FVTPL. 

These shares are not actively traded in a quoted market and 

accordingly fair value has been estimated to be cost. 

The Company categorizes its fair value measurements of financial 

instruments according to a three-level hierarchy. The hierarchy 

prioritizes the inputs used by the Company’s valuation techniques. A 

Amortized cost

19,197

level is assigned to each fair value measurement based on the lowest 

Interest in other 
entities

FVTPL

Accounts payable 
and accured 
liabilities

Current portion of 
long-term debt

Amortized cost

(71,888)

Amortized cost

(12,875)

Long term debt

Amortized cost

(393)

level input significant to the fair value measurement in its entirety. The 

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three levels of the fair value hierarchy are defined as follows: 

Level 1 – fair value measurements that reflect unadjusted, quoted 

prices in active markets for identical assets and liabilities that the 

Company has the ability to access at the measurement date. 

Level 2 – fair value measurements using inputs other than quoted 

prices included within Level 1 that are observable for the asset or 

liability, either directly or indirectly. These include quoted prices 

Advances from 
related parties

Amortized cost

(24,469)

for similar assets and liabilities in active markets, quoted prices for 

2020

Financial asset/
Liability

Classification

Carried 
at cost/
Amortized 
cost

Fair value

Bank 
indebtedness

Accounts 
receivable

Amortized cost

$(6,807)

Amortized cost

46,607

Interest in other 
entities

FVTPL

Amortized cost

(104,933)

Accounts payable 
and accrued 
liabilities

Current portion of 
long-term debt

Amortized cost

Long term debt

Amortized cost

-

(414)

Advances from 
related parties

Amortized cost

(34,172)

identical or similar assets and liabilities in inactive markets, inputs that 

are observable that are not prices (such as interest rates and credit 

risks) and inputs that are derived from or corroborated by observable 

market data. The fair values of interest in other entities are disclosed at 

fair value based on a level 2 classification. 

Level 3 – fair value measurements using significant non-market 

observable inputs. These include valuations for assets and liabilities 

that are derived using data, some or all of which is not market 

observable data, including assumptions about risk. The Company 

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does not have any financial instruments measured at fair values based 

on level 3 inputs. 

22. Financial Risk Management (000’s C$) 

The Company’s risk management program focuses on the 

unpredictability of financial markets and seeks to minimize potential 

adverse effects on the Company’s financial performance. The Company 

manages its risks and risk exposures through a combination of 

insurance, a system of internal and disclosure controls and sound 

business practices. 

Financial instruments includes bank indebtedness, accounts 

Risk management is primarily the responsibility of the Company’s 

receivable, advances to related parties, financial instruments, long-

corporate finance function. Significant risks are regularly monitored 

term receivables, interests in other entities not subject to significant 

and actions are taken, when appropriate, according to the Company’s 

influence, accounts payable and accrued liabilities, advances 

approved policies, established for that purpose. In addition, as 

from related parties and long-term debt. Except for the long-term 

required, these risks are reviewed with the Company’s Board of 

receivables, interests in other entities and long-term debt, the carrying 

Directors. 

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

Interest Rate Risk 

In addition, translation differences arise when foreign currency 

The Company’s interest rate risk arises from its variable rate bank 

monetary assets and liabilities are translated at foreign exchange 

indebtedness, wholesale financing and long-term debt. The long-

rates that change over time. These foreign exchange gains and losses 

term debt at a very low rate, and therefore carries minimal interest 

are recorded in revenues. As a result of the Company’s U.S. dollar net 

rate risk. As the bank indebtedness is all variable rate, the Company is 

monetary position within the Canadian dollar reporting currency 

exposed to a certain level of interest rate risk. Management feels that 

operations through to December 31, 2021 a one-cent strengthening/

these risks are manageable as the interest rate on this debt is less than 

weakening in the period-end foreign exchange rate from Canadian 

prime and therefore has not entered into any instruments to mitigate 

dollars to U.S. dollars would have decreased/increased net earnings by 

this risk. Based on the level of bank indebtedness outstanding at 

$90 (2020 - $81).

December 31, 2021, a 1% increase/decrease in the rate being charged 

to the Company would result in a $273 (2020 - $67) decrease/increase 

in net earnings. 

As the mortgage financing is all variable rate, the Company is exposed 

to certain level of interest rate risk. Based on the level of mortgage 

22. Financial Risk Management (000’s C$) - continued 

The Company’s exposure to foreign currency risk reported in U.S. 

dollars was as follows:

2021

2020

$5,949

$18,849

(4,821)

(11,157)

financing at December 31, 2021, a 1% increase/decrease to the 

Accounts receivable 

Company would result in a $129 (2020 - $nil) decrease/increase in net 

earnings. 

Accounts payable and other accrued 
liabilities

As the wholesale financing is all variable rate, the Company is exposed 

to certain level of interest rate risk. Based on the level of mortgage 

financing at December 31, 2021, a 1% increase/decrease to the 

Advances from related party 

(19,300)

(25,618)

Long term debt

(310)

(310)

$(18,482)

$(18,236)

Company would result in a $555 (2020 - $1,139) decrease/increase in 

The Company is partially insulated from large foreign exchange gains 

net earnings. 

Commodity Price Risk 

The Company’s manufacturing costs are affected by the price 

of raw materials, namely steel. In order to manage its risk, the 

Company applies a steel surcharge to its product when the cost of 

steel increases significantly. The Company’s preferred practice is to 

match raw materials cost changes with selling price adjustments, 

although there is a time lag. This matching is not always possible, as 

customers react to selling price pressures related to raw material price 

fluctuations according to conditions pertaining to their markets. 

Foreign Exchange Risk 

and losses by virtue of its mix of cash inflows and outflows in U.S. 

dollars. Gains and losses generated by fluctuations in the exchange 

rates used to translate U.S. dollar assets are offset by similar gains 

and losses on U.S. dollar liabilities. The Company also uses forward 

contracts to further mitigate these fluctuations when the natural 

hedges are forecasted to be insufficient. 

As at December 31, 2021 the Company had US to CAD foreign currency 

contracts with a notional value of $nil in place (2020 - $2,500) Fair 

value adjustments are recognized with (gain) loss on foreign exchange 

in the consolidated statement of comprehensive income. A one-cent 

strengthening/weakening in the period end foreign exchange rate 

from CAD to USD would have increased/decreased the value of these 

The Canadian dollar is the Company’s functional currency. The 

contracts by $nil (2020 - $25) before taxes. 

Company operates primarily in Canada and the United States. The 

reporting currency of the Company is Canadian dollars, whereas the 

Liquidity Risk 

functional currency for operations in the United States and sales to 

the CIS region are the U.S. dollar. Fluctuations in the exchange rate 

between the U.S. dollar and Canadian dollar will affect the Company’s 

reported results. However, the impact of changes in foreign exchange 

rates on the Company’s reported results differs over time depending 

on whether the Company is generating a net cash inflow or outflow of 

Canadian dollars. This is largely dependent on the Company’s revenue 

mix by currency as operating costs denominated in Canadian dollars 

have been relatively stable. 

Investments to drive growth can require significant financial resources. 

A range of funding alternatives is available to the Company including 

cash on hand, cash flow provided by operations, additional debt, 

the issuance of equity or a combination thereof. The Company has 

current credit facilities of $60,000 in place. Actual bank funding may 

differ as the result of margin availability subject to meeting certain 

accounts receivable and inventory covenants. As at December 31, 

2021 the Company had access to $42,970 (2020 - $38,700), subject to 

compliance to covenants in the credit facility (Note 6). The Company 

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manages its liquidity risk by forecasting cash flows and determining 

accounts receivable balances outstanding based on the status of the 

if the credit facilities in place are adequate or if additional financing 

receivable in relation to when the receivable was due and payable and 

would be required. 

related allowance for doubtful accounts:

The 2021 requirements for capital expenditures, working capital 

and debt repayments can be financed from cash resources, cash 

flow provided by operating activities and unused credit facilities. 

The following table outlines the maturity analysis of the Company’s 

financial liabilities: 

2021

2022

2023

2024

2025

Post 
2026

Total

$22,074

$ -

$ -

$ -

$ -

$ -

$22,074

Bank indebtedness

71,888

-

-

-

Accounts payable and accrued liabilities

-

-

Due to related party

10,143

14,326

Short-term debt

-

-

-

-

2,143

2,143

2,143

2,143

2,143

2,143

12,858

-

-

-

Long-term debt

-

Total

393

-

393

$ 96,105

$ 2,143

$12,286

$16,469

$2,536

$2,143

$131,682

Current - neither impaired nor past due

$17,007

$34,234

2021

2020

Not impaired but past the due date; Within 
30 days

31-60 days

Over 60 days

623

47

1,657

828

2,455

11,028

20,132

47,747

Less: Allowance for doubtful accounts

(935)

(1,140)

Total receivables, net

$19,197

$46,607

71,888

The following table details the continuity of the allowance for 

doubtful accounts: 

24,469

2021

2020

Balance, beginning of period

$(1,140)

$(1,271)

Provisions for the period, net of recoveries

Uncollectible amounts written off

Foreign exchange impact

Balance, end of period

23. Subsequent Events

(617)

763

59

(161)

289

3

$(935)

$(1,140)

Credit Risk

Financial instruments which potentially subject the Company to credit 

risk and concentrations of credit risk consist principally of accounts 

receivable. Management has assessed that the credit risk associated 

with accounts receivable is mitigated by the credit agreements 

During the year the Company announced the closure of the Vegreville, 

Alberta facility. At year end the Company was in the process of 

transferring production lines and inventory out of the facility. The 

production line at Vegreville is expected to be transferred to Winnipeg, 

MB following the 2021 fiscal year. 

the Company has in place including personal guarantees from the 

24. Comparative Period Balances 

counterparties.

The maximum exposure to the risk of credit for accounts receivable 

corresponds to their book value. Historically, the Company has 

Certain prior period amounts have been reclassified for consistency 

with the current year presentation. These reclassifications had no 

effect on the reported results of operations.

experienced nominal bad debts as a result of the security agreements 

In the prior period, advance from related party was shown as short-

in place that allow the Company to recovery goods from dealers that 

term debt and has been re-classed to long-term debt based on 

has not been paid for as well as personal guarantees. During 2021, the 

the contractual terms to properly reflect the agreed upon terms of 

Company recorded a bad debt expense of $617 (2020 - $161).

repayment of the obligation. 

The carrying amount of accounts receivable is reduced through the 

use of an allowance account and the amount of the loss is recognized 

in the consolidated statements of net loss and loss within selling and 

administration expenses. When a receivable balance is considered 

uncollectible, it is written off against the allowance for doubtful 

accounts. Subsequent recoveries of amounts previously written off are 

credited against selling and administration expenses.

The following table sets out the aging details of the Company’s 

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Company Information

Audit Committee
Ossama AbouZeid - Audit Chairman
Allan L .V . Stewart
Oleg Gorbunov

Legal Counsel
Thompson Dorfman Sweatman LLP
Winnipeg, Manitoba

Exchange Listing
The shares of Buhler Industries Inc . are
listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange
and trading under the symbol “BUI” .

Corporate Banker
Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce
Winnipeg, Manitoba

Cusip Number
119 918 100

Transfer Agent
Computershare Trust Company of Canada
Calgary, Alberta

Corporate Office
1260 Clarence Avenue
Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3T 1T2
Ph: (204) 661-8711
Fax: (204) 654-2503
Web site: www .buhlerindustries .com

Auditors
BDO LLP
Winnipeg, Manitoba

Annual Meeting
The annual meeting of shareholders will be
held on June 22, 2022, 11:00 AM at
1260 Clarence Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba

Directors
NAME 
Grant Adolph P .Mgr 

Yury Ryazanov 

OFFICE 
Director/Chairman 

Director/CEO 

PRINCIPAL OCCUPATION
Chief Operating Officer, Buhler lndustries lnc .

Vice President and Co-owner of Novoe Sodrugestvo Ltd .

Ossama AbouZeid PhD, MBA 

Director/Audit Chairman 

Partner/Consultant of NXT partners

Adam Reid 

Allan Stewart В .А ., LL .B . 

Dmitry Udras 

Oleg Gorbunov 

Director 

Director 

Director 

Director 

Vice President of Sales & Marketing, Versatile

Lawyer, Thompson Dorfman Sweatman LLP

Member and Co-owner of Novoe Sodrugestvo Ltd .

Adviser to the СЕО of Novoe Sodrugestvo Ltd .

Officers and Senior Management

Marat Nogerov 

Maxim Loktionov 

Grant Adolph P .Mgr 

Willy Janzen СРА, CGA ., B .Comm . 

Officer 

Officer 

Officer 

Officer 

President, Buhler lndustries lnc .

Vice President, Buhler lndustries lnc .

Chief Operating Officer, Buhler lndustries lnc .

Chief Financial Officer, Buhler lndustries lnc .

Adam Reid 

Management 

Vice President of Sales & Marketing, Versatile

Todd Trueman С .1 .М ., P .Mgr ., C .Mgr .  Management 

Director of Human Resources, Buhler lndustries lnc .

Neil Frechette 

Louis Lepine 

Doug White 

Olga Shopp 

Natalia Nikushkina 

Management 

Management 

Management 

Management 

Management 

Director of Information Technology, Buhler Industries Inc .

Director of Corporate Quality, Buhler lndustries lnc .

Operations Manager, Versatile

Director of Engineering, Versatile

Director of Purchasing, Versatile

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(cid:19)(cid:25)(cid:23)(cid:18)(cid:31)

(cid:19)(cid:25)(cid:26)(cid:23)(cid:31)

(cid:19)(cid:25)(cid:19)(cid:24)(cid:31)

(cid:18)(cid:25)(cid:18)(cid:23)(cid:31)

(cid:18)(cid:25)(cid:18)(cid:23)(cid:31)

(cid:18)(cid:25)(cid:24)(cid:18)(cid:31)

(cid:17)(cid:25)(cid:19)(cid:17)(cid:31)

(cid:26)(cid:25)(cid:22)(cid:31)

(cid:26)(cid:25)(cid:26)(cid:19)(cid:31)

(cid:26)(cid:25)(cid:26)(cid:19)(cid:31)

(cid:12)(cid:11)(cid:14)(cid:10)(cid:9)(cid:31)

(cid:24)(cid:25)(cid:18)(cid:23)(cid:31) (cid:24)(cid:25)(cid:18)(cid:19)(cid:31) (cid:24)(cid:25)(cid:22)(cid:22)(cid:31) (cid:26)(cid:25)(cid:17)(cid:21)(cid:31)

(cid:17)(cid:25)(cid:23)(cid:19)(cid:31)

(cid:17)(cid:25)(cid:23)(cid:22)(cid:31)

(cid:17)(cid:25)(cid:19)(cid:16)(cid:31)

(cid:17)(cid:25)(cid:22)(cid:23)(cid:31)

(cid:19)(cid:25)(cid:26)(cid:19)(cid:31)

(cid:19)(cid:25)(cid:19)(cid:16)(cid:31)

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(cid:26)(cid:25)(cid:19)(cid:23)(cid:31)

(cid:26)(cid:25)(cid:21)(cid:22)(cid:31)

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(cid:16)(cid:18)(cid:19)(cid:31)

(cid:24)(cid:129)(cid:21)(cid:21)(cid:22)(cid:31)

(cid:22)(cid:20)(cid:18)(cid:31)

(cid:24)(cid:129)(cid:26)(cid:18)(cid:19)(cid:31)

(cid:20)(cid:21)(cid:16)(cid:31)

(cid:24)(cid:129)(cid:23)(cid:17)(cid:16)(cid:31)

(cid:22)(cid:23)(cid:17)(cid:31)

(cid:17)(cid:18)(cid:18)(cid:31)

(cid:24)(cid:24)(cid:22)(cid:31)

(cid:24)(cid:26)(cid:17)(cid:31)

(cid:24)(cid:18)(cid:24)(cid:31)

(cid:24)(cid:24)(cid:19)(cid:31)

(cid:24)(cid:21)(cid:21)(cid:31)

(cid:8)(cid:7)(cid:6)(cid:5)(cid:29)(cid:4)(cid:28)(cid:31) (cid:3)(cid:14)(cid:11)(cid:25)(cid:31)
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10 Year Summary

SUMMARY OF OPERATIONS

Reported standards utilized

2012

IFRS

2013

IFRS

2014

IFRS

2015

IFRS

2016

IFRS

2017

IFRS

2018

IFRS

2019

IFRS

2020

IFRS

2021

IFRS

In thousands of Canadian dollars (except per share amounts)

 361,234 

 340,349 

 325,501 

 245,676 

 274,067 

 311,974 

 287,984 

 229,119 

 305,480 

 283,031 

 277,791 

 223,410 

 252,841 

 275,821 

254,510 

 218,776 

 55,754 

 23,292 

 32,462 

 (1,213)

 (553)

 3,507 

 2,705

-

 8,375 

 19,641

 (3,278) 

 16,363 

 57,318 

 22,529 

 34,789 

 (74)

 (300)

 4,459 

 47,730 

 25,239 

 22,491 

 (401)

 (314)

 3,741 

 (3,586)

 (3,497)

 (605)

 8,533 

 26,362 

 (6,471) 

 19,891 

 (628)

 8,663 

 14,927 

 (2,469) 

 12,458 

 22,266 

 26,278 

 (4,012)

 (114)

 (376)

 3,345 

 (200)

 (473)

 8,323 

 (14,517)

 (9,201)

 (5,316)

 21,226 

 25,894 

 (4,668)

 (8,160)

 (332)

 4,315 

 (789)

 (780)

 8,739 

 (7,661)

 (4,984)

 (2,677)

249,550

237,865

11,685

22,129

(10,466)

(526)

 (309)

 7,074 

 1,022 

 (94)

6,909

 36,153 

 26,766 

 3,474 

 25,979 

 9,387 

 (22,505)

 (4,066)

 (2,381)

 (511)

 7,894 

 622 

 (481)

 12,345 

 (332)

 5,926 

 1,152 

 (521)

 9,604 

 (2,376)

 (2,896)

 10,343 

 23,974 

 (13,631)

 (19,437)

 (568)

 9,050 

 494 

 (540)

 7,802 

 (39,993)

 (10,432)

 (24,505)

 9,539 

 19,057 

 1,267

 520 

 (49,532)

 (29,489)

 (25,809)

 4,799 

 385 

 -   

 -   

 943 

1,096

 -   

 -   

 -   

 -   

 -   

 -   

 -   

 -   

 -   

317,178

284,099

33,079

26,774

6,305

(15,593)

(20)

7,429

(2,097)

(508)

8,106

8,988

77

8,911

(4,961)

15,000

(2,143)

-

 2,444 

 5,857 

 4,639 

 3,216 

 2,785 

 2,963 

 -   

 -   

 -   

 -   

 -   

Reduction of long-term debt

 5,949 

 2,139 

 3,191 

 4,968 

 2,642 

Dividends paid

Net cash flow

Net cash (bank indebtedness)

BALANCE SHEET SUMMARY

 -   

 21,203 

 19,293 

 -   

 24,336 

 24,160 

 -   

 -   

 -   

 17,871 

 (633)

 1,230 

 4,219 

 (46,225)

 (468)

(22,682)

(11,671)

 (51,715)

 (52,830)

 (20,452)

 (12,553)

 (37,254)

 (37,722)

(6,807)

(22,074)

Cash, receivables and prepaid expenses

 79,849 

 85,491 

 102,473 

 80,555 

 73,680 

 73,983 

 63,884 

 67,331 

 131,703 

 153,325 

 213,089 

 201,463 

 142,372 

 180,911 

 171,612 

 165,631 

 211,552 

 238,816 

 315,562 

 282,018 

 216,052 

 254,894 

 235,496 

 232,962 

 250,755 

 283,403 

 362,844 

 339,029 

 278,415 

 319,739 

 290,378 

 262,604 

227,759

224,949

 78,624

 11,746 

 89,830 

 97,451 

 167,339 

 151,029 

 93,078 

 133,907 

 153,670 

 155,370 

146,326

110,166

 9,607 

 6,857 

 2,669 

 -   

 -   

 401 

 411 

 414 

13,250

 102,587 

 169,570 

 151,071 

 93,134 

 133,938 

 154,109 

 155,824 

146,788

135,067

53,295

146,931

200,226

28,661

166,404

195,064

 160,925 

 180,816 

 193,274 

 187,958 

 185,281 

 185,801 

 136,269 

 106,780 

 25.0 

 25.0 

 25.0 

 25.0 

 25.0 

 25.0 

 25.0 

 25.0 

 132,928 

 141,365 

 148,223 

 130,989 

 122,974 

 120,987 

 81,826 

 77,592 

 14.45

 13.61 

 13.02 

 1.10

 4.9 

 0.90 

 0.65 

 8.17 

 0.85 

 -   

 5.35 

 6.44 

 2.7 

 0.1 

 2.4 

 1.41

 4.5

 1.23 

 0.80 

 8.04 

 0.97 

 -   

 6.40 

 7.23 

 2.5 

 0.1 

 2.0 

 0.96 

 5.7 

 0.73 

 0.50 

 11.06 

 0.71 

 -   

 5.51 

 7.73 

 1.9 

 0.3 

 1.5 

 9.83 

 (0.26)

 (22.0)

 (0.46)

 (0.21)

 (24.81)

 (0.03)

 -   

 5.70 

 7.52 

 1.9 

 0.3 

 1.1 

9.1%

11%

(3%)

(2%)

(3%)

(3%)

 10.96 

 0.02 

 196.1 

 (0.15)

 (0.11)

 12.48 

 0.27 

 16.6 

 0.13 

 0.02 

 (41.09)

 213.94 

 0.05 

 -   

 4.40 

 7.41 

 2.3 

 0.1 

 1.5 

7.7%

9%

0%

(1%)

(1%)

(1%)

 0.17 

 -   

 4.45 

 7.43 

 1.9 

 0.1 

 1.7 

11.6%

9%

2%

0%

0%

0%

 11.52 

 (1.15)

 (3.1)

 (1.30)

 (1.98)

 (1.82)

 (1.85)

 -   

 3.60 

 5.45 

 1.5 

 0.3 

 1.6 

1.2%

9%

(10.0%)

(17%)

(16%)

(31%)

 9.16 

 0.08 

 44.9 

 (0.08)

 (1.18)

 (3.16)

 (1.04)

 -   

 3.73 

 4.27 

 1.5 

 0.4 

 1.3 

4.5%

10%

1%

(13%)

(10%)

(24%)

Gross margin (% of revenue)

15.4%

16.9%

14.7%

Selling & Admin. (% of revenue)

EBITDA (% of revenue)

Net earnings (% of revenue)

Return on average capital

Return on average equity

6%

8%

5%

10%

11%

7%

10%

6%

11%

12%

8%

7%

4%

6%

13%

80,971

 25.0 

88,072

9.98

(0.57)

(4.4)

(0.69)

(1.03)

(2.42)

1.23

 -   

2.51

3.24

1.8

 0.4 

 1.5 

4.7%

9%

(6)%

(10%)

(27%)

(27%)

89,882

25.0

84,898

12.69

0.77

3.9

0.66

0.36

8.30

0.47

-

2.96

3.60

1.8

0.4

1.8

10.4%

8%

6%

3%

10%

10%

Revenue

Cost of goods sold

Gross profit

Selling & admin. expense

(Loss) Income from operations

Gain on sale of capital assets

Interest income

Interest expense

Foreign exchange (gain) loss

Share of income of joint venture

Research & development exp.

Net earnings before taxes

Income tax expense (recovery)

Net earnings

CASH FLOW SUMMARY

Capital asset purchases

Long term debt incurred

Inventory

Total current assets

Total assets

Total current liabilities

Total short and long-term debt

Total liabilities

Total shareholders equity

Shares o/s (avg. in millions)

Working capital

DATA PER COMMON SHARE

Revenue

EBITDA

Price to EBITDA

EBIT

Net earnings

Price to earnings

Cash flow

Dividends paid

Closing share price

Shareholders’ equity

STATISTICAL DATA

Current ratio

Interest bearing debt/ equity ratio

Inventory turnover

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Canada
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