Nutrena® brand products now available at Tractor Supply Company

October 5, 2009 Off By Roberta Johnston

Nutrena® brand products now available at Tractor Supply Company

MINNEAPOLIS – Cargill announced today that five of its Nutrena® brand horse feeds can now be purchased at Tractor Supply Company (TSC) stores across the United States. Nutrena ® SafeChoice® and the four Nutrena ® Life Design® formulations are available in more than 900 Tractor Supply stores nationwide.

“We are excited to offer SafeChoice® and the Life Design® line through TSC,” says Brian Parham, director of marketing for Cargill Animal Nutrition, North America. “Our goal is to increase availability of Nutrena® brand products to more consumers throughout the United States. As a shopping destination for many horse owners, TSC is a natural fit.”

Tractor Supply will carry the five best-selling Nutrena® horse feeds from the company’s offerings. SafeChoice® feed is a controlled-starch formula scientifically balanced for horses in all life stages. The Life Design® line includes a range of products for horses throughout their lives and provides proper nutrition at every stage. Products include Life Design® Mare & Foal, Compete, Prime, and Senior.

For more information on Nutrena® brand products, visit www.nutrenaworld.com.

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About the Nutrena® brand:

Cargill, Incorporated, through its Animal Nutrition business unit, manufactures and markets a complete line of Nutrena® brand feeds and supplements that help horses and all classes of livestock maintain optimal health throughout all stages of life. Offering the highest-quality ingredients and the most up-to-date nutritional technology, Cargill is committed to the health, well-being and safety of its customers’ horses, livestock and pets. For more information on its Nutrena® brand products, visit www.nutrenaworld.com.

About Cargill:

A business unit of Cargill, Incorporated, Cargill Animal Nutrition (www.cargillanimalnutrition.com) is a customer-focused organization working to bring product and service solutions to producers. Cargill is an international provider of food, agricultural and risk management products and services. With 159,000 employees in 68 countries, the company is committed to using its knowledge and experience to collaborate with customers to help them succeed. For more information, visit www.cargill.com.

About Tractor Supply Company:

Tractor Supply Company, listed on the NASDAQ Stock Exchange as TSCO, operates more than 895 stores in 44 states. Tractor Supply Company stores are focused on supplying the lifestyle needs of recreational farmers and ranchers. The company also serves the maintenance needs of those who enjoy the rural lifestyle, as well as tradesmen and small businesses. Tractor Supply Company stores are located in the outlying towns in major metropolitan markets and in rural communities. The company offers a comprehensive selection of merchandise for the health, care, growth and containment of horses, livestock and pets; a broad selection of agricultural products; and tools and hardware selected for our customers’ needs. In addition, the company sells light truck equipment, work clothing for the entire family, and an extensive line of seasonal products including lawn and garden power equipment products. For more information on Tractor Supply, access the website at www.TractorSupply.com.