Hardware Retailing The Industry's Source for Insights and Information
A category that is gaining more traction for retailers across the country, farm and ranch can become an essential department for your operation with the right product assortment and service to match. Hardware Retailing gathered these five farm and ranch products for you to stock for your rural customers.
Fencing
The Deer‑Free 100 Deer Fence from Deer Fence USA is a 100-foot-long by six-foot-high mesh barrier designed to protect gardens and landscapes from deer. It features UV‑resistant polypropylene material and sturdy steel posts for outdoor durability.
The Gaucho‑20 High‑Tensile Field Fence from Bekaert features 14‑gauge horizontal wires and 12.5‑gauge vertical stay wires, providing durable containment for livestock. It measures 330 feet in length and is made with high‑tensile steel fibers for added strength and longevity.
Feeding Supplies
The Floating Tank De‑icer from Farm Innovators provides 1,250 watts of cast‑aluminum heat with a built‑in thermostat to keep stock tank water unfrozen in sub‑zero temperatures. A heavy‑duty anti‑chew cord protector ensures durability while the unit floats safely in metal, plastic or rubber tanks up to 300 gallons.
The Fence Feeder with Clips from Miller Manufacturing is a high-impact polyethylene feeder designed to hang on wire fencing using two heavy‑duty metal clips or be mounted to walls or rails. It keeps feed off the ground to reduce spills and waste and accommodates both liquid and dry feed for livestock such as goats, sheep and calves.
Tie Down
The Heavy‑Duty Tie‑Down Straps from NRS feature UV‑protected polypropylene webbing with a minimum breaking strength of 1,500 pounds and cam buckles with dual stainless‑steel springs. This reusable strap set includes a hidden bottle opener and woven name tag on each buckle and is sold in pairs across varied lengths.
