Impact of Tariffs and Surcharges on Farrier Supplies

To Our Valued Customers:

At Ken Davis & Sons, we have always taken great pride in servicing the Farrier Industry with quality products, fair pricing, and trusted service.  We are writing today to share some important updates regarding recent price adjustments and the external factors in our industry.

As many of you are aware, both Farrier Product Distribution, Mustad USA, as well as other Distributors, have recently announced price increases across several key product lines.  These changes are driven by continued pressures in global supply chains, rising raw material costs, and increases in manufacturing and transportation expenses.

In addition to these distribution specific increases, the broader tariff landscape affecting imported farrier tools, horseshoes, and materials continues to add strain to the industry.  These tariffs, coupled with ongoing economic shifts, have made it increasingly difficult to avoid these increased costs.  These increases range from the 10% to 25% range.  While manufacturers and retailers are working diligently to negotiate and absorb as much of the added cost as possible, the full impact cannot be avoided.

Please know that we do not take these changes lightly.  Our family business has stood with Farriers for generations, and we are dedicated to navigating these challenges with transparency and integrity.  We encourage you to share this information with your customers to help them understand the increases in costs.

Thank you for your business and trust, and we will provide updates as the economic changes evolve.

Sincerely,
Brian K. Davis
President
Ken Davis & Sons Inc.