Founded in 1938, Tractor Supply Co. is one of the largest retail farms and ranch store chain in the United States. Located in Waco, Texas, it offers an array of products, including clothing, equine and pet supplies, tractor/trailer parts and accessories, lawn and garden supplies, sprinkler/irrigation parts, power tools, fencing, welding and pump supplies, riding mowers and others. The company caters to the needs of a niche market of farmers, horse owners, ranchers, part-time and hobby farmers, and suburban and rural homeowners, as well as contractors and tradesmen. Tractor Supply Co. operates more than 1001 retail stores in 44 states. Its stock is traded on the NASDAQ exchange under the symbol TSCO.