Deere & Company

Deere & Company, commonly known as John Deere, is a global leader in the manufacturing of agricultural, construction, and forestry machinery, as well as diesel engines and drivetrains. The company's core mission is to provide innovative solutions that enhance customer productivity and sustainability, contributing to the global production of food, fiber, fuel, and infrastructure. Headquartered at One John Deere Place in Moline, Illinois, U.S., the company has a long-standing history of innovation since its founding in 1837.

John Deere's extensive product portfolio includes a wide range of equipment such as tractors, combine harvesters, excavators, loaders, and lawn care equipment. Beyond machinery, the company offers critical services through John Deere Financial, providing financing solutions, and through its advanced precision agriculture technologies like See & Spray. Its operations are segmented into Production & Precision Agriculture, Small Agriculture & Turf, Construction & Forestry (which includes the Wirtgen Group for roadbuilding), and Financial Services, catering to diverse market needs globally.

Under the leadership of Chairman and CEO John C. May, John Deere is actively transforming into a technology-forward company, integrating AI, machine learning, and robotics to develop autonomous and precision solutions for agriculture and construction. Recent notable developments include the election of Brent Norwood as Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer on May 1, 2026, and a settlement agreement reached on April 6, 2026, in multidistrict "right to repair" litigation. The company also continues to invest in future talent, exemplified by a $2.7 million partnership with FIRST® robotics announced on April 21, 2026, and is enhancing its precision agriculture offerings with updates to its See & Spray technology.