How do I start shopping & buying?
First time buyer’s 6 easy
steps to getting started: - Click on Register & Login
- Input your information on Open A New Account
- Select Food Service in the User Group selection
- Submit for approval and wait for a confirmation email from Ag Link, Inc.
- Once confirmed, you are ready to start shopping for products!
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How many growers are registered?
Online, today we have 20 plus growers and are expanding!
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Is there a registration fee?
No,
registration is free!
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What information should I have before I register?
- Email
Address
- Contact
Name
- Organization Name
- Billing
Address, City, State, Zip
- Telephone
- Preferred
method of communication, options: text, email, fax
- Main
ship to address - if different than billing
- Days
and times deliveries are accepted
- Agree to terms and Conditions
Other items that are optional to add:
- Central
Kitchen – yes/no
- Number
of Sites
- ADP
- Fax
number
- Upload
a blanket or one time PO
- Website
- Alternative
contacts
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How do I shop for products once my account is approved?
There are a number of ways you can start shopping - From the Ag Link home page click on Buy Now
- You
can also start with one of the products you see listed under the photo banner
Products
are in categories for your shopping convenience: You will be able to see all products available in the category selected. Select a product to view details, you are able to
select quantities to purchase and calculate your totals.
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What can I see on the product detail page?
Product pictures and descriptions - Case
price
- Count and weight per case (approximate)
- Season availability of product
- County of origin
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How do I place an order?
- Enter
the quantity of cases you want to buy
- Select
your shipping method - You
will be asked to verify your ship to zip code
- Your
totals will change as you change these parameters
- Once
you are satisfied with your order, select “add to cart”
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How do I check out?
- After items are "added to cart" click on View Cart
- Confirm order items and quantaties, then click next
- Select PO Number if using a pre-approved PO and enter or enter card information
- Under Notes, put any special orders or delivery instructions
- Select desired delivery date and time
- Review and Submit order
Once order is placed you will receive an email from Ag Link that your order is received
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What happens after I place my order?
You
will receive a confirmation email from Ag Link within 24 hours.
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When will my order be delivered?
Your
order will be delivered per the order details you specified. Ag Link may contact you to confirm any delivery details.
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What paperwork comes with the order?
You
or your representative will be asked to sign a delivery receipt that also
serves as your invoice for payment. Please process it promptly with your accounting office for prompt
payment.
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What if I receive a product I'm not satisfied with?
Ag Link has a 100% RISK FREE GUARANTEE meaning if you are not satisfied with our products, we'll fully refund the purchase.
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What if I have more questions?
Contact
us anytime if you have any questions Ag Link Phone: 209-634-8448 Jana Nairn, Tech Support Jill Morgan, Customer Service Tami Ries, Staff Accountant
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How many buyers are registered?
We
have targeted large ‘anchor’ of school districts ranging from Sacramento to Fresno and currently
have about a dozen districts, representing over 150,000 meals per day to buy
from local producers! We continue to add schools as supply builds regionally.
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Is there a registration fee?
No,
registration is free! Contact Ag Link for any questions
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What information should I have to register?
We welcome all product sellers please contact our office for more information Ag Link Phone: 209-634-8448 Email: f2s@aglink.com 11360 Santa Fe Drive Ballico, CA 95303
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What minimum certification is required for Ag Link sellers?
- Every buyer has different preferences and
minimum tolerances
- More or higher levels of certification
correlate to a greater opportunity for sales in this market
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What are the terms & conditions?
You will be able to see them in full on
the site or you can request a copy in advance
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What if I have more questions?
Contact
Ag Link anytime if you have any questions Ag Link Phone: 209-634-8448 Jana Narin, Tech Support Jill Morgan, Customer Service Tami Ries, Staff Accountant We welcome product sellers contact our office for more information. Ag Link’s mission is to provide a trustworthy online web
solutions that links qualified local food producers with qualified local food
service organizations that will create healthier meals, increase profits, lower
costs, while reducing our carbon footprint.We welcome all product sellers contact out office for more information.
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