Requirements for Private Dealer Program

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Interested in becoming a Southern States Independent Dealer? Not everyone can be a Southern States independent dealer. After all, we didn't earn our good name by partnering with anything less than the best. Our feed, seed, crop protectants, services, farm supplies and lawn and garden products are tops in the business. So are our dealers.

In order to be considered for an independent dealership, you'll be required to:

Establish a credit line with Southern States
Maintain Southern States as your primary supplier
Complete the dealer application
Sign the dealer agreement
Use Southern States interior/exterior signage
Attend product shows
Attend dealer meetings and applicable training schools
Have a fax machine & voice mail
Keep a clean and orderly facility
Have a minimum potential Southern States volume of $500,000 for a full dealership (options are available for a limited dealership)
Participate in Southern States' circular, mailing list and credit card programs