Deere & Company, commonly known by its brand John Deere, is a global manufacturer of agricultural, construction and forestry machinery, as well as turf care equipment and power systems. Founded in 1837 by blacksmith John Deere—who developed a polished steel plow to improve tillage in tough prairie soils—the company is headquartered in Moline, Illinois, and has grown into one of the largest and most recognizable names in equipment manufacturing worldwide.
The company’s principal businesses include a broad portfolio of agricultural equipment such as tractors, combines, planters, sprayers, harvesters and tillage implements, complemented by precision agriculture technologies and telematics that support farm management, yield optimization and equipment connectivity. Deere also supplies parts, service, and aftermarket support through an extensive dealer network, and provides financing, leasing and insurance solutions to customers via its financial services operations.
Beyond farming, Deere manufactures construction equipment—excavators, loaders, backhoes, dozers and compact machines—along with forestry machinery and a range of small engines and commercial lawn and garden products for residential and professional users. The company develops drivetrain and powertrain components and integrates digital tools and analytics into its products, positioning itself at the intersection of heavy equipment and precision technology.
Deere & Company operates on a global scale, with manufacturing, distribution and sales footprints across the Americas, Europe, Asia, Africa and Australia, and a network of independent dealers that serve local markets. The company has a long history of product innovation and industrial presence; its leadership includes President and Chief Executive Officer John C. May, who oversees the company’s strategic and operational activities. Deere’s combination of equipment manufacturing, services, financing and technology aims to support customers across agriculture, construction and land management industries worldwide.