Tractor Supply Company, the largest rural lifestyle retail store chain in the United States, is progressing well with construction on its new location in Fountain Hills, the company’s 26th location in Arizona.

The Fountain Hills store will be located at 17130 E. Shea Boulevard and will employ an estimated 15 full- and part-time team members.

The store will be approximately 21,702 square feet, including sales floor and support service space. A fenced exterior space will be used for storage and displaying items such as fencing, sprayers and livestock equipment.

“Tractor Supply looks forward to being a member of the Fountain Hills community,” said District Manager Daniel Decanter.

“Fountain Hills is a great fit for Tractor Supply due to the horse owners and part-time and hobby farmers in the area.

“Many of our new customers are pleasantly surprised by our unique mix of product offerings, which in addition to farm products and hardware, also includes pet food and supplies and clothing items for the entire family.”

The contractor for the project, Buffalo Construction of Louisville, Ky., began construction Dec. 15. A completion date has been tentatively set for mid-May.

Tractor Supply Company operates more than 1,360 stores in 49 states.

Located in the outlying towns in major metropolitan markets and in rural communities, Tractor Supply Company stores are focused on supplying the needs of recreational farmers and ranchers and others who enjoy the rural lifestyle, as well as tradesmen and small businesses.

The company offers a selection of merchandise for the health, care, growth and containment of horses, livestock and pets including select Purina and Nutrena brand feeds; hardware, truck, towing and tool products; and seasonal products, including lawn and garden items, power equipment, gifts and toys.

In addition, the company sells work/recreational clothing and footwear for the entire family and maintenance products for agricultural and rural use.