Have a question? We're here to help! Frequently Asked Questions
General
Does Big Bend sell agricultural products directly to farmers?
No. Big Bend operates as a wholesale company providing products through distribution networks. If you would like to know of dealers in your area, please contact us.
If you are a retail farm supply, or T&O dealer, and are interested in becoming a dealer for Big Bend products, please contact us.
I am a retail farm supply dealer and would like to sell Big Bend products. How do I become a dealer for Big Bend Agri-Services?
Can I visit the Big Bend facility?
If you are a current or prospective dealer for Big Bend, we would welcome the opportunity to arrange a visit. Please contact us.
Can Big Bend package private label products for my business?
Yes. Big Bend would welcome the opportunity to supply custom formulated products for your business.
Pricing & Credit Terms
How do I find out about pricing of your products?
If you are a farmer or retail T&O customer then you should contact a Big Bend dealer in your area. If you do not know who your local dealer is, please contact us. If you are a dealer or prospective dealer, please contact us.
Does Big Bend offer credit terms for dealer business?
Yes. 30 day terms may be offered to dealers after following a favorable review of a submitted credit application and list of trade references.
Formulation & Products
Can Big Bend formulate/create custom blends of fertilizers?
Yes. Big Bend will consider requests and make recommendations based on storage and stability guidelines and experience. Temperature fluctuations (both high and low) and storage time may affect the quality of some mixes.
What liquid industrial products can be formulated at Big Bend?
Big Bend specializes in controlled acid/base reactions. There are many other possibilities. Contact us to ask about any specialty formulation needs.
What Products Are Offered?
Please visit our Services page.
Do you offer any Organic or OMRI listed products?
No. Big Bend does not operate in the organic space at this time. Contact us for details.
Do you have all products on your website available for immediate shipment?
No. Products that are considered to be ‘in season’ may be available for immediate shipment but most products are manufactured and packaged ‘just in time’ to ensure that the item requested is in optimum condition upon delivery. Bulk and IBC tote products can be formulated and arranged for delivery very quickly. Packaged goods may require a few days for fulfillment
Do you sell herbicides and insecticides?
No. Only fertilizers and industrial products.
Delivery & Pickup
Can I arrange to pick up bulk or packaged goods at the Big Bend location?
Yes. This can be arranged through the customer service/order process.
What is the typical distance range and quantity for bulk fertilizer delivery by Big Bend?
Bulk deliveries are made with 3200 or 5000 gallon double compartment tankers in an average range of 250 miles from our plant in Cairo, GA. Any distance will be considered. Please contact us.
Can Big Bend deliver bulk fertilizer products directly to my business or to my customer’s farm?
Yes. With clear communication about truck accessibility, ground clearance, overhead clearance, etc., any farm or dealer delivery will be considered.
What range of delivery does Big Bend offer for palletized packaged goods or IBC totes?
Big Bend offers regular delivery of this type of product on a weekly route, or on demand, within a 100 mile radius of Cairo, GA.
Can Big Bend arrange for shipment of packaged goods by outside carriers?
Yes. Big Bend works with several carriers to shop for the best freight terms and rates for our customers.
What is the minimum purchase quantity for packaged products?
For standard mixes--one pallet of 36 cases of: 2×2.5 gallon jugs or 5 gallon jugs (180 total gallons), or one 250 gallon IBC tote. For special mixes there is a 1000 gallon bulk, minimum, 4-250 gallon IBC tote minimum and 6-pallet minimum for 2.5 gallon jugs.
Bulk Liquid Terminal Services
What type of liquid storage tank space is available?
Mild steel, fiberglass, and aluminum tanks are available for rental and product storage.
Are truck scales available at the Big Bend terminal?
Yes. State of the art 70 foot hydraulic truck scales are on the property.
Can Big Bend arrange hauling of liquid fertilizer or industrial products that may be stored at the Big Bend terminal?
Yes. Big Bend may be able to accommodate any hauling needs or can arrange hauling through several reputable and trusted liquid hauling partners.
What quality control, security and safety measures do you have in place or offer for your terminal services?
Truck cleanliness verification is required, prior to being filled to transport products. Other Q/A practices include the retention of shipped product samples, truck valve and port seals, electronic scanning, and retention of all related shipping documents. For safety and security–The Big Bend liquid terminal is fenced, visitors are required to sign in before visiting the facility, and well-placed security cameras monitor all activities.
Can Big Bend arrange for shipment of packaged goods by outside carriers?
Yes. Big Bend works with several carriers to shop for the best freight terms and rates for our customers.
What is the minimum purchase quantity for packaged products?
For standard mixes--one pallet of 36 cases of: 2×2.5 gallon jugs or 5 gallon jugs (180 total gallons), or one 250 gallon IBC tote. For special mixes there is a 1000 gallon bulk, minimum, 4-250 gallon IBC tote minimum and 6-pallet minimum for 2.5 gallon jugs.