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Hickory Farms

Hickory Farms Franchise Cost & Facts · Food & Beverage

Explore Hickory Farms franchise costs, fees, unit count, and Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). Request the full FDD free below.

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Food & BeverageFounded 1986· 40 yrs117 unitshttps
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Unit Count

117

Year Founded

1986

Overview

Why Hickory Farms?

Hickory Farms is a food & beverage brand with over 40 years of operating history and 117 active locations. The full Franchise Disclosure Document, including unit-level financials, territory terms, training requirements, and franchisee obligations, is available on request.

The Numbers

Investment & Fees

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Royalty fee
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Regulatory Filings

FDDs on file

2014

Latest FDD on file: 2014. Request the document below to see Item 19 financial performance, Item 7 estimated initial investment, and territory disclosures.

Why every serious buyer requests the FDD

The Franchise Disclosure Document is the single most important piece of paperwork in your due diligence. It's federally mandated and contains everything a franchisor is required to share before you sign.

  • Item 7: full breakdown of your real startup costs
  • Item 19: actual unit-level revenue performance
  • Item 20: franchisee count, openings, closures, transfers
  • Item 21: audited financial statements

Frequently Asked

Hickory Farms franchise FAQ

Is Hickory Farms a franchise?

Yes. Hickory Farms is a franchise in the food & beverage category, which means you can own and operate a Hickory Farms location under a franchise agreement with the franchisor. The franchisor provides the brand, systems, and ongoing support in exchange for an initial franchise fee and royalties, all disclosed in the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD).

How many Hickory Farms franchise locations are there?

Hickory Farms operates 117 active locations as of the most recent FDD filing. Request the latest FDD for state-by-state distribution and openings/closures from Item 20.

When was Hickory Farms founded?

Hickory Farms was founded in 1986, giving the brand 40 years of operating history. Brand longevity matters in franchising because it correlates with refined operations, established supplier relationships, and a tested franchisee playbook.

Is a Hickory Farms franchise profitable?

Hickory Farms unit-level profitability depends on location, operating costs, staffing, and management. When a franchisor makes an earnings claim, it appears in Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document, the only place franchise financial performance is officially disclosed. Request the Hickory Farms FDD on this page to review any Item 19 financial performance representation.

How do I apply for a Hickory Farms franchise opportunity?

Submit a request through this page to receive the Hickory Farms Franchise Disclosure Document. The FDD contains everything you need to evaluate the opportunity: Item 7 investment, Item 19 financial performance, Item 20 unit counts and franchisee turnover, and Item 21 audited financials. There is no cost or obligation to request the FDD.

Where can I get the Hickory Farms FDD?

The current Hickory Farms FDD can be requested directly through this page. Franchise Disclosure Documents are federally regulated by the FTC and must be provided to prospective franchisees at least 14 days before signing any binding agreement or paying any fee.

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