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Deere & Company, founded in 1837 (collectively
called John Deere), has grown from a one-man blacksmith shop
into a corporation that today does business around the world and
employs approximately 52,000 people. The company continues to be
guided, as it has been since its beginning, by the core values
exhibited by its founder: integrity, quality, commitment and
innovation.
How We're Organized
John Deere consists of four major business segments
(agricultural equipment, commercial & consumer equipment,
construction & forestry and credit). Those segments, along with
the support operations of parts and power systems, are focused on
helping customers be more productive as they help to improve the
quality of life for people around the world.
- Worldwide
Agricultural Equipment — John Deere is the world's
leading manufacturer of farm equipment. The company offers a
complete line of farming services and solutions with products
primarily sold and serviced through the industry's premier dealer
network.
- Worldwide
Commercial & Consumer
Equipment — John Deere produces and markets North
America's broadest line of lawn and garden tractors, mowers,
golf course equipment, and other outdoor power products. John Deere
Landscapes provides irrigation equipment and nursery supplies to
landscape-service professionals across the United States.
- Worldwide
Construction & Forestry
— The company is the world's leading manufacturer of forestry
equipment and is a major manufacturer of construction equipment
in North America.
- John Deere
Credit Worldwide — John Deere Credit is one of the
largest equipment finance companies in the United States and has
operations in 17 countries. It provides retail, wholesale and
lease financing, and offers revolving credit and operating
loans. John Deere serves customers in more than 110 countries,
always abiding by World Trade Organization guidelines.
The story of John Deere the man, who developed the world's
first commercially successful, self-scouring steel plow, closely
parallels the settlement and development of the Midwestern United
States, an area that the homesteaders of the 19th century considered
the golden land of promise. The full story of John Deere the
company over the last 170 years is one of people, places and
products that reflect our core values of integrity, quality,
commitment and innovation.
Company History
Company
Chronology
Deere
& Company World Headquarters
John Deere
Trademark
Past
Leaders
The
Story of John Deere
Historic People
John Deere:
A Biography
John Deere
Personal Chronology
The
Women in John Deere's Life
Historic Places
Deere-Wiman
Home and Butterworth Center
John Deere
Collectors Center
John
Deere Historic Site
John Deere
Pavilion
To our customers, John Deere dealers and their employees are
the face of our company. They personify our values and culture in
the communities where they do business. Just as a diverse and
inclusive employee base enriches John Deere, so does a dealer
organization that mirrors the wide variety of customers we serve
around the world.
Become a John Deere Dealer
All John Deere dealerships are independently owned, and the
company encourages investment in dealerships by individuals with
diverse backgrounds and experiences. You'll find more information
about the opportunities and rewards of being a John Deere
dealer by visiting the page below.
Dealership Career Opportunities
John Deere dealerships are always looking for qualified
personnel. Our dealerships are independently owned and handle their
own hiring. Dealership opportunities range from entry-level
technicians to management positions.
Deere & Company, founded in 1837 (collectively called
John Deere), has grown from a one-man blacksmith shop into a
corporation that today does business around the world and employs
approximately 52,000 people. John Deere consists of four major
business segments (agricultural equipment, commercial & consumer
equipment, construction & forestry and credit). Those segments,
along with the support operations of parts and power systems, are
focused on helping customers be more productive as they help to
improve the quality of life for people around the world.
The company is guided today, as it has been
for more than 170 years, by core values that were exhibited by its
founder and have been long adopted by our employees: integrity,
quality, commitment and innovation.
John Deere stock is traded on the New
York Stock Exchange.
PRODUCTS
AND SERVICES
John Deere manufactures, distributes, and
finances a full line of equipment for use in agriculture,
construction, forestry, and lawn and grounds care; manufactures
engines and other powertrain components for John Deere
equipment and other manufacturers; and provides credit and other
services to customers around the world.
MARKETING
The company markets its products through a
worldwide network of independent dealers supported by a
decentralized marketing organization with offices in Argentina,
Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, England, Finland, France, Germany,
Ireland, Italy, Mexico, Norway, Poland, Russia, Singapore, South
Africa, Spain, Switzerland, the United States, and Uruguay.
MANUFACTURING
John Deere factories are located in
Argentina, Brazil, Canada, China, Finland, France, Germany, India,
Mexico, New Zealand, The Netherlands, Russia, South Africa, Spain,
Sweden, and the United States. Affiliated companies produce John Deere
products in the United States and South America.
RESEARCH
AND DEVELOPMENT
John Deere has a long-standing history of
investing heavily in research and development. Activities are
divided among support for current product activity, development of
new products, and the search for new product-oriented businesses.
Most factories have a product engineering
department responsible for the design and development of their
products. Research and development activities also occur at the
Moline Technology Innovation Center, Moline, Illinois.
DIVERSITY
Throughout John Deere, diversity is an
important part of the company's goal of growing a great business - a
business that serves all constituents of the corporation including
customers, employees, shareholders, business partners and
communities throughout the world. As Deere continues to expand its
global reach, inclusion of employees, suppliers and other business
partners from a wide range of ethnic backgrounds is essential to the
long-term success of the company.
DIVERSIFICATION
John Deere remains committed to its core
businesses, yet future growth will also be driven by products and
services new to the company. John Deere Credit is among the
United States' leading equipment finance and leasing companies. It
provides financing of farm and construction equipment, recreational
and homeowner consumer products, commercial equipment, and revolving
credit financing for agricultural purchases.
TECHNOLOGY
Technology is at the heart of business
innovation and John Deere utilizes the latest software and
technological breakthroughs in providing customers with
state-of-the-art products and services. For example, product
development uses the latest virtual prototyping techniques to
produce John Deere products. Other major initiatives include
precision-farming systems and global vehicle communications systems,
designed to help customers become more productive and profitable.
These technological initiatives will provide a major competitive
advantage and continued industry leadership position to John Deere.
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