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RICELAND SEED COMPANY
DBA: Stratton Seed Company
Stuttgart, AR
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Elevated Out-of-Service Rate
54.5% of this carrier's roadside inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service — higher than 93% of carriers with a comparable number of inspections. Drivers were put out of service on 44.4% of 9 driver inspections — higher than 96% of carriers with a comparable number of driver inspections (national average 5.5%). This is a CarrierChk calculation from FMCSA inspection records, not an FMCSA rating.
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FMCSA status: Active registration · no operating authority · DOT 444631
Active
Satisfactory
Broker Vetting Summary
Key signals from current FMCSA records
Authority
No Active Authority
Common carrier
Insurance
Not Found
No coverage amount on file
Safety
Satisfactory
54.5% OOS · 22 inspections on record
Flags · 1
Elevated Out-of-Service Rate
54.5% of this carrier's roadside inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service — higher than 93% of carriers with a comparable number of inspections. Drivers were put out of service on 44.4% of 9 driver inspections — higher than 96% of carriers with a comparable number of driver inspections (national average 5.5%). This is a CarrierChk calculation from FMCSA inspection records, not an FMCSA rating.
Vetting notes
- Active FMCSA registration, but no active for-hire operating authority on record
- Registered with FMCSA as a private carrier — not registered to haul other companies' freight for hire
- No active insurance filing found on record
- FMCSA safety rating: Satisfactory
- Driver out-of-service rate 44.4% — above the 5.5% national average
- Vehicle out-of-service rate 83.3% — above the 20.7% national average
- 22 FMCSA inspections on record
Company Information
Registration, contact and cargo details
FMCSA Registration
DOT Number
444631
Safety Rating
Satisfactory
Entity Type
Corporation
Operation Classification
Private (property)
MCS-150 Filed
January 30, 2025
FMCSA Registration
May 1, 1991
Annual Mileage
590,000 mi (2024)
Contact Information
Address
1530 Hwy 79 South, Stuttgart, AR 72160-1088
Phone
Email
Owner / Officer
Wendell Stratton
Officer 2
Mark Stratton
Cargo Types
Farm SuppliesOther Cargo
Safety Snapshot
Out-of-service rates, violations and crashes
Safety & Inspection Summary
Total Inspections
22
Driver Inspections
15
Vehicle Inspections
11
Out-of-Service Violations
21
Violations by Category
Vehicle Maintenance36
Unsafe Driving7
Hours of Service3
OOS Rates vs. National Average
Driver OOS Rate44.4% · national avg 5.5%
⚠ Above national average (38.9pp higher)
Vehicle OOS Rate83.3% · national avg 20.7%
⚠ Above national average (62.6pp higher)
54.5% of 11 inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service —
93rd percentile among carriers with 10–24 inspections (lower is better).
CarrierChk calculation from FMCSA roadside inspection records, not an FMCSA score.
Inspection Trend by Year
2026
2025
2024
Violation Rate by Category
Share of roadside inspections in FMCSA's rolling 24-month window that found a violation in each category. The individual violations are listed under each inspection in Inspection Details below. None of this is the basis of the safety rating, which comes from an on-site compliance review.
Vehicle Maintenance
5 of 8 inspections
Unsafe Driving
3 of 13 inspections
Hours of Service
2 of 13 inspections
Driver Fitness
3 of 13 inspections
Controlled Substances
0 of 13 inspections
Crash History (2)
Crashes reported to FMCSA in the last 24 months. A crash appearing here is a reported event, not a finding of fault.
2
Crashes
0
Fatalities
0
Injuries
2
Tow-aways
| Date | State | Fatal | Injured | Tow | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 17, 2026 | AR | — | — | Yes | No Adverse Conditions · Daylight · Dry |
| February 16, 2026 | AR | — | — | Yes | Other · Daylight · Dry |
Fleet & Operating Areas
Observed roadside activity and equipment
Where This Carrier Operates
States where this carrier's roadside inspections were recorded
FewerMore
AR4
LA3
MS3
OK2
IL1
MO1
and 3 more states
Fleet & Equipment (22)
Vehicles identified in this carrier's inspection history. Year, make, model and equipment type are decoded from the VIN.
Power units
~11
of 37 reported to FMCSA
Trailers
~11
seen at inspection
Equipment types observed
Tractor
9
Dry Van
7
Other Trailer
2
Flatbed
1
Pickup
1
Semi-trailer
1
Straight Truck
1
Units on record
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 Peterbilt 389 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPXD49X4KD607796 | 4 | 2 |
| 2005 Great Dane Trailers | Dry Van · 6 ft | 1GRAA06265J610048 | 3 | — |
| 2005 Great Dane Trailers | Dry Van · 6 ft | 1GRAA06245J610047 | 2 | 1 |
| 1999 Great Dane Trailers | Dry Van · 6 ft | 1GRAA0625XB204212 | 2 | 1 |
| 2019 Gmc Sierra HD | Pickup · Class 2 | 1GT12SEY5KF247796 | 2 | 2 |
| 2019 Peterbilt 389 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPXD49XXKD276349 | 2 | — |
| 2021 Load Trail | Flatbed · 28 ft | 4ZEGP2826M1228527 | 2 | 2 |
| 2018 Freightliner Cascadia | Tractor · Class 8 | 1FUJGEDV0JLJT7239 | 1 | 1 |
| 2015 Freightliner Cascadia | Tractor · Class 8 | 1FUJGLD62FLGP1592 | 1 | — |
| Chev | Straight Truck | 1GC1KSEYY0F193517 | 1 | 1 |
Show all 22 units
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 Great Dane Trailers | Dry Van · 6 ft | 1GRAA06205J610045 | 1 | — |
| 2009 Great Dane Trailers | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1GRAA06279B700714 | 1 | — |
| Trlr | Semi-trailer | 1H9BP162XDT432210 | 1 | 1 |
| 2013 Magnolia Trailers, Inc. | Other Trailer · 32 ft | 1M9MK3227D1435543 | 1 | 1 |
| 2021 Magnolia Trailers, Inc. | Other Trailer · 32 ft | 1M9MK3227M1435185 | 1 | — |
| Peterbilt | Tractor | 1NPXGGGG00D321186 | 1 | — |
| 2014 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS2531EP898283 | 1 | — |
| 2014 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS2533EP898298 | 1 | — |
| 2027 Kenworth T680 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKYD49X8VJ236111 | 1 | — |
| 2027 Kenworth T680 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKYD49XXVJ236112 | 1 | — |
| 2019 Peterbilt 389 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPXD49X9KD276357 | 1 | — |
| Freightlin | Tractor | 3AKJGE8G0GSHN0546 | 1 | — |
A vehicle appearing here was recorded in an inspection — it is not proof the carrier still operates it today.
Inspection Details
Each roadside inspection with its violations
Inspection Records (22)
| Date | Report # | Location | Level | Viol | OOS | Shipper | Unit Type | Make | VIN | License |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| August 14, 2026 | 5008500393 | IL RT 3 N/B AT IL 127, IL | I | 15 | 10 | RICELAND SEED COMPANY | Straight Truck Semi-trailer |
CHEV TRLR |
1GC1KSEYY0F193517 1H9BP162XDT432210 |
AR AKP35C AR AB011730 |
| 391.41A1-FPC | OOSOperating a property-carrying vehicle without possessing a valid medical certificate. Previously Cited on [DATE] | Medical Certificate | ||||||||
| 391.11B5-DNL | OOSDriver does not have a valid operator's license for the CMV being operated | License-related: High | ||||||||
| 396.3A1BOS | BRAKES OUT OF SERVICE: The number of defective brakes is equal to or greater than 20 percent of the service brakes on the vehicle or combination | Brake Out Of Service | ||||||||
| 393.43 | OOSNo/improper breakaway or emergency braking | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.70B1I | OOSDefective latching fasteners - Fasteners on either side of the vehicle are missing or ineffective | Coupling Devices | ||||||||
| 393.48A | OOSInoperative/defective brakes | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.48A | OOSInoperative/defective brakes | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.48A | OOSInoperative/defective brakes | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.48A | OOSInoperative/defective brakes | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.100C | OOSFailure to prevent cargo shifting | General Securement | ||||||||
| 391.15A-NSIN | Driving a CMV while disqualified. Suspended for non-safety-related reason and in the state of driver's license issuance | License-related: Medium | ||||||||
| 390.21TB | Carrier name and/or USDOT Number not displayed as required | |||||||||
| 396.17C | Operating a CMV without proof of a periodic inspection | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| 392.2RG | State vehicle registration or License Plate violation | |||||||||
| 396.17C | Operating a CMV without proof of a periodic inspection | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| July 17, 2026 | I038AU0011 | WAYNESBORO TN | III | — | — | STRATTON SEED | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
KENWORTH UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURER |
1XKYD49XXVJ236112 1UYVS2531EP898283 |
KS AKB446 OK DS2715 |
| June 10, 2026 | R613152913 | OK, OK | III | — | — | MC | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
KENWORTH UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURER |
1XKYD49X8VJ236111 1UYVS2533EP898298 |
KS AKB445 OK DS2722 |
| April 13, 2026 | V262311838 | IH30 WB MT PLEASANT SCALE, TX | II | — | — | STRATTON SEED COMPANY | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT GREAT DANE TRAILERS |
1XPXD49X4KD607796 1GRAA0625XB204212 |
AR K808314 AR PT26513 |
| March 10, 2026 | 8290000316 | WEST MEMPHIS AR | II | 5 | 1 | CLEMMONS & HAMMER SEED INC. | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT GREAT DANE TRAILERS |
1XPXD49X4KD607796 1GRAA0625XB204212 |
AR K808314 AR PT26513 |
| 393.75A3-TAOL | OOSTires - All others, leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | Tires | ||||||||
| 393.60C | Windshield - Damaged or Discolored | Windshield/ Glass/ Markings | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LHWS | Lighting - Hazard warning signal(s) inoperative | Lighting | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LSLI | Lighting - Stop lamps - Any inoperative. | Lighting | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LTSIR | Lighting - Turn signal -Any inoperative on a unit that is not the rearmost unit | Lighting | ||||||||
| December 4, 2025 | 1032015684 | TISHOMINGO COUNTY, MS | I | 13 | 3 | RICELAND SEED COMPANY | Straight Truck Semi-trailer |
GMC LOAD TRAIL |
1GT12SEY5KF247796 4ZEGP2826M1228527 |
AR AGH96A AR PT235326 |
| 395.8A1-HOSP | OOSHOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed | Incomplete/Wrong Log | ||||||||
| 393.43DBMA | OOSBrake - Breakaway not attached to the towing vehicle | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.110B2I-C | OOSCargo - Insufficient tiedowns (w/o headerboard/blocking) for article(s) of cargo 5 feet or less and more than 1,100 lbs | Tiedown | ||||||||
| 390.21TB2-DOT | Operate a CMV without USDOT number displayed. Must be preceded by the letters USDOT | |||||||||
| 390.21TB1-MC | Operating a CMV without legal name or trade name displayed | |||||||||
| 396.17C-PI | Operating a CMV without documentation of a periodic inspection | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLSIV | State/Local Laws - State insurance violation | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLLIFTA | State/Local Laws - State tax/International Fuel Tax (IFTA) violation | |||||||||
| 393.95A1 | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no fire extinguisher present or not properly rated. | Emergency Equipment | ||||||||
| 393.95F | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | Emergency Equipment | ||||||||
| 396.9D2-FTF | Failing to correct the violation(s)/defect(s) noted on the roadside inspection report | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| 396.17C-PI | Operating a CMV without documentation of a periodic inspection | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| 395.22H4-ELDBRODS | HOS (ELD) - In-Vehicle Information - Failing to have a supply of blank driver's records of duty status graph-grids sufficient to record the driver's duty status a | EOBR Related | ||||||||
| September 11, 2025 | LAPCS00590 | POLLOCK LA | III | — | — | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT GREAT DANE TRAILERS |
1NPXGGGG00D321186 1GRAA06265J610048 |
AR K797758 AR PT55469 |
| June 25, 2025 | 1019011746 | ALCORN COUNTY, MS | I | 11 | 4 | RICELAND SEED COMPANY | Straight Truck Semi-trailer |
GMC LOAD TRAIL |
1GT12SEY5KF247796 4ZEGP2826M1228527 |
AR AGH96A AR PT235326 |
| 383.23A2 | OOSOperating a CMV without a CDL | License-related: High | ||||||||
| 391.41A | OOSOperating a property-carrying vehicle without a valid medical certificate in possession or on file with the state drivers licensing agency. History of either fail | Medical Certificate | ||||||||
| 395.8A-ELD | OOSELD - No record of duty status (ELD Required) | Incomplete/Wrong Log | ||||||||
| 393.43 | OOSNo/improper breakaway or emergency braking | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 392.2C | Failure to obey traffic control device | Dangerous Driving | ||||||||
| 390.21TB | Carrier name and/or USDOT Number not displayed as required | |||||||||
| 393.60C | Windshield - Damaged or Discolored | Windshield/ Glass/ Markings | ||||||||
| 396.17C | Operating a CMV without proof of a periodic inspection | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| 393.95A | No/discharged/unsecured fire extinguisher | Emergency Equipment | ||||||||
| 393.95F | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | Emergency Equipment | ||||||||
| 396.17C | Operating a CMV without proof of a periodic inspection | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| June 11, 2025 | 1584002614 | MULDROW OK, US | I | 4 | 2 | STRATTON SEED COMPANY | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT GREAT DANE TRAILERS |
1XPXD49X4KD607796 1GRAA06245J610047 |
AR K808314 AR PT190079 |
| 393.45D-BAAL | OOSAir Brake - Audible air leak at other than a proper connection | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 396.5B-HWSL | OOSHubs - Wheel seal leaking | Wheels Studs Clamps Etc. | ||||||||
| 393.45D-B | Air Brake - Audible air leak at a proper connection | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 396.5B-L | Lubrication - Oil or grease leak | Other Vehicle Defect | ||||||||
| May 22, 2025 | 5550000682 | GILLETT AR | III | 2 | 1 | NONE | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER MAGNOLIA TRAILERS, INC. |
1FUJGEDV0JLJT7239 1M9MK3227D1435543 |
AR F327817 AR PT135523 |
| 391.11B5-LNCDLNVL | OOSLicense - Operate a CMV without a valid operators license, issued by one State or jurisdiction | License-related: High | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLS3 | State/Local Laws - Speeding 11-14 miles per hour over the speed limit | Speeding 3 | ||||||||
Shippers Seen at Inspections
Shipper names recorded by roadside inspectors over roughly the last three years. Only inspected loads appear, so this is a sample of who the carrier hauls for, not a complete customer list. Names are as entered at the roadside; blanks and placeholders such as “N/A” or “same as carrier” are left out.
| Shipper | Inspections | Most recent |
|---|---|---|
| CLEMMONS & HAMMER SEED INC. | 1 | March 10, 2026 |
| SYNGENTA | 1 | March 18, 2024 |
| LINDEN FEED | 1 | February 5, 2024 |
| OAKLEY | 1 | December 19, 2023 |
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