eric
Well-known member
Let me preface this by stating that I try and support the local businessman whenever it's practical. I try and use the local hardware store instead of the big box stores, mainly because he was here before the depots and he treats me well and has most everything I need. Plus, he is closer and I can be in and out of his store while I would still be looking for a parking space at the depot.
But, why is it that the feed dealers have to charge so much more than the larger stores for feed? We are talking about up to 50% more in some cases. I dont buy alot from the feed store, but I do buy range cubes. I usually buy them 20 bags at a time. The Tractor Supply Store sells them for $ 4. 97 / bag, then gives 5% discount for buying 20 bags. The 3 feed stores near my house, one closer and two further out then the big store, charge , respectfully, $6.25 / $6.75 and 7.75 a bag for the range cubes. None would even offer a discount for buying in 20 bag quanties. The $6.25 just happens to be the furthest one away, and I am thinking about dealing with him just so I'll have a relationship with a dealer, but it still bothers me to pay almost $40 bucks more a month for range cubes. I have checked the labels and there is no noticible difference in the ingredients, actually the Purina has less crude protein and less of a few other ingredients than the TSC brand.
What do you guys pay for cubes, and is it worth anything to have a relationship with a local dealer?
But, why is it that the feed dealers have to charge so much more than the larger stores for feed? We are talking about up to 50% more in some cases. I dont buy alot from the feed store, but I do buy range cubes. I usually buy them 20 bags at a time. The Tractor Supply Store sells them for $ 4. 97 / bag, then gives 5% discount for buying 20 bags. The 3 feed stores near my house, one closer and two further out then the big store, charge , respectfully, $6.25 / $6.75 and 7.75 a bag for the range cubes. None would even offer a discount for buying in 20 bag quanties. The $6.25 just happens to be the furthest one away, and I am thinking about dealing with him just so I'll have a relationship with a dealer, but it still bothers me to pay almost $40 bucks more a month for range cubes. I have checked the labels and there is no noticible difference in the ingredients, actually the Purina has less crude protein and less of a few other ingredients than the TSC brand.
What do you guys pay for cubes, and is it worth anything to have a relationship with a local dealer?