Melody Alford of Tractor Supply Company was recently selected to receive an Honorary American Degree from the National FFA Organization (formerly known as the Future Farmers of America). The award is given to those who advance agricultural education and the FFA through outstanding personal commitment making long-term difference in the lives of students, inspiring confidence in a new generation of agriculturists.  Alford will travel to Indianapolis to receive the honor at the 84th National FFA Convention in October.  Tractor Supply Company is headquartered in Brentwood, Tenn.