John Deere reaches deal to let US farmers repair their own equipment
An aerial view of a combine harvester as it harvests soybeans in Deerfield, Ohio, U.S., October 7, 2021. REUTERS/Dane Rhys/File Photo
John Deere has reached a deal with an agriculture industry lobbying group to allow US farmers and ranchers to repair their own equipment, a step toward resolving a long-running dispute between the company and its customers as tractors and other tools of the trade become increasingly modern.
The agreement with the American Farm Bureau Federation, signed at the agriculture lobbying group's convention in Puerto Rico today, ensures that farmers get access to diagnostic and repair codes as well as manuals and product guides, according to a joint statement. It also allows US farmers to buy tools directly from Deere and get assistance from the company when ordering products.
