Kentucky Derby, a successful farm equipment supply company in the South, has joined forces with Hammer and Nail, a national hardware and home retailer. As a result of this new relationship, Kentucky Derby can open stores in other regions and Hammer and Nail can now offer a high$-$quality product in the farm community. Kentucky Derby and Hammer and Nail are now

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