Tractor Supply Company Joins the Nistevo Network; Network Selected to Connect Suppliers, Distribution Centers and Stores for Improved Inbound Order and Shipment Management

MINNEAPOLIS--Aug. 2, 20045, 2004--Nistevo Corp., the leading Collaborative Logistics Network(SM) for transportation management, announced today that Tractor Supply Company , the largest retail farm and ranch store chain in the U.S., has joined the Nistevo Network. The Nistevo Network will provide Tractor Supply the capabilities to view, manage, optimize and settle its inbound shipments from suppliers through a single, Internet-based network.

Tractor Supply will leverage the Nistevo Network to connect its suppliers, distribution centers and almost 500 retail locations, and will have the ability to transact business electronically with any of the carriers or shippers already connected to the Network.

"Tractor Supply is currently experiencing significant growth," said Mike Buttarazzi, director of transportation at Tractor Supply. "To effectively support this, our company needed to automate its transportation operations and gain better visibility to inbound orders and shipments from suppliers. After a thorough evaluation of supply chain solutions, we concluded that only a hosted transportation management network would deliver the supplier connectivity we required. As the largest network in North America, Nistevo was the clear choice with its robust capabilities, proven business model and strong track record in the marketplace."

"Nistevo is pleased to welcome Tractor Supply to the Nistevo Network," said Kevin Lynch, president and chief executive officer of Nistevo. "Visibility to inbound orders and shipments is critical for retailers. We are delighted to team with Tractor Supply in this strategic initiative to connect its suppliers and carriers not already on the Network to a single system, thus empowering Tractor's staff to manage their transportation more efficiently."

About Tractor Supply Company

Tractor Supply Company is the largest operator of retail farm and ranch stores in the United States with almost 500 stores in 32 states, and is focused on supplying products for the lifestyle needs of hobby and part-time farmers and ranchers. The Company, headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, also serves the maintenance needs of suburban customers, contractors and tradesmen. Tractor Supply 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 equine, 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 both men and women, 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.myTSCstore.com.

About Nistevo

Nistevo is the leading Collaborative Logistics Network(SM) for transportation management, a hosted software service that enables manufacturers, retailers and carriers to plan, execute and settle their shipments. Using the Network, members are managing more than three million shipments annually, resulting in more than three billion miles of freight moved. Nistevo's clients include Church & Dwight Co., The Dial Corporation, General Mills, Georgia-Pacific, HP Hood and Seneca Foods, among others. For more information, visit www.nistevo.com.