Rural lifestyle retailer on fast track for expansion

Tractor Supply Company continues its rapid expansion, with the grand opening of its 1,500th store, on Feb. 13, in Odessa, Texas.



The retailer opened a total of 114 stores in 2015, and expects to open between 115 and 120 locations in 2016. Tractor Supply stores are located primarily in towns outlying major metropolitan markets and in rural communities.



"The opening of our 1,500th store in south Odessa is another significant milestone in Tractor Supply's history, as we continue to execute upon our growth strategy and our unwavering commitment to being the most dependable supplier of basic goods for the rural lifestyle customer across the country," said Greg Sandfort, president and CEO.



Founded 78 years ago, Tractor Supply has annual sales in excess of $6 billion. As of Dec. 26, 2015, the company operated 1,488 stores in 49 states (excepting Alaska).