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Take control of your inputs by purchasing through FBN® in just a few easy steps. In this blog post, we’ll cover:
FBN is your one-stop shop for inputs, including:
Watch this short video to learn how to order inputs through FBN or continue reading below for step-by-step instructions.
You can shop 24/7 online at FBN. Using the search bar located at the top of the Shop page, type in the name of the product or active ingredient you’d like to purchase.
Pro Tip: If you don’t know what crop protection product you need, get ag chem recommendations for 5,000 pests by typing the name of the insect, weed, or plant disease you want to control into our Pest Solutions page.
Review the suggested product results and select the product that fits your needs. Read through the product page to find more detailed information on your selected product, including:
The product label
Available package sizes
Transparent list prices
Current savings opportunities
Comparison products with similar performance, active ingredients, or ingredient concentrations
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Once you’re ready to buy the product, select your preferred package size and product quantity before clicking “Add to Cart” to begin the purchase process.
After adding the product to your cart, you’ll see suggested products (including pricing) related to your selection to help streamline your purchase process.
Next, select your delivery preferences by choosing both your delivery location and scheduled delivery date. You can also add a new delivery location to your profile if needed.
Thanks to our strategically located warehouses and fulfillment centers across North America, we’re able to deliver directly to your farm quickly and reliably.
Select your preferred payment method or financing option, which could include an FBN Finance input loan, FBN Finance operating line, ACH, credit card, or other payment type. Learn more about FBN's flexible payment options here.
Pro Tip: Open an FBN Finance operating line to purchase herbicide, fungicide, and insecticide when seasonal income is tighter. We’ve already helped 2,400+ farmers find ag lending solutions, and we’d like to serve you too.
Electronically sign FBN’s APT, which is our terms and conditions document. It informs you of essential information such as returns, exchanges, and delivery process.
The "Tax Exempt Form Submitted" status in your FBN account indicates that you have submitted the necessary documentation to claim tax-exempt status on your purchases through FBN.
To update or submit your tax exempt form:
Determine Eligibility: Ensure that you qualify for tax-exempt status based on your state's regulations. Typically, this applies to purchases of seeds, fertilizers, pesticides, and other agricultural inputs used in farming operations.
Submit the Form: You will need to fill out the appropriate tax exemption form for your state. These forms can usually be found on your state's Department of Revenue website. Once completed, submit the form to FBN through your account, or email/mail the form to FBN's support team.
Verification: FBN will review your submitted form to verify your tax-exempt status. This process may take some time, so it's a good idea to submit the form well in advance of making any large purchases.
Status Update: After your form has been reviewed and approved, your account will be updated to reflect your tax-exempt status. This means that eligible purchases will not include sales tax, helping you save money on your farming inputs.
This step only applies to customers purchasing RUP products. A Restricted Use Pesticide (RUP) license is required when purchasing or applying certain pesticides that are classified as restricted due to their potential to cause harm if not used properly. To identify if a product requires a RUP license, look for the RUP symbol on the FBN search results pages and product pages. Add a digital copy of your state-issued pesticide applicators license or certification at checkout.
Tech screen(s) shown for illustrative purposes only. All prices, rates, and promotions subject to change.
This step only applies to customers purchasing prescription animal health products. To identify if an animal health product requires a prescription, look for the gray RX clipboard icon on the FBN search results pages and product pages. Add your preferred veterinarian’s contact details at checkout, and our pharmacy team will reach out to them to secure the prescription for you. Get step-by-step prescription ordering instructions here.
Tech screen(s) shown for illustrative purposes only. All prices, rates, and promotions subject to change.
Pro Tip: You can check your “Order Readiness” at any time, which includes whether or not you have uploaded required documentation and other information. Navigate to "My Profile" and then to "Order Readiness," to see things you need in order to successfully check out.
After selecting your payment option, submit your order.
You can check the status of your order and order history on FBN.com and in the FBN mobile app through the Order History page.
Accessing Order History on Desktop: On desktop, click on the Shop tab in the top right hand corner and then click Order History in the left-hand menu.
Accessing Order History on Mobile: In the FBN mobile app, tap on the Menu tab at the bottom of the screen, then tap Shop and finally tap on Order History.
You can view your previously purchased products by using FBN’s Shopping Lists feature. Your previous orders are saved automatically into individual Shopping Lists to make reordering next season as easy as possible.
Learn more about Shopping Lists here.
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