John Deere announced significant steps to support customers' ability to maintain and repair their machines across the agricultural and construction industries. The digital solutions will be rolled out ...

(The Center Square) – Five state attorneys general and the Federal Trade Commission are suing John Deere alleging the company unfairly blocks farmers from using independent repair shops for ...

The lawsuit claims that Deere’s restrictions on repairs have led to inflated costs and unnecessary delays for farmers. “Arizona farmers deserve the right to repair their own equipment without being ...

better known as John Deere, accusing them of running an unlawful repair monopoly that puts undue strain on those who work the land. According to a press release from Mayes' office, the suit ...

The lawsuit accuses John Deere of unlawfully monopolizing parts of the agricultural equipment market. "Arizona farmers deserve the right to repair their own equipment without being held hostage by ...

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According to the lawsuit, Deere has restricted farmers and independent repair providers from repairing Deere equipment, forcing farmers to rely on Deere’s authorized dealers for essential repairs.

In fact, as recently as last week, John Deere was still receiving questions from the agency. Consistent with Deere’s announced plans for the launch of additional self-repair capabilities (as ...