Deere & Company
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Company History
Founded 1837 in Moline, Illinois
John Deere founded the company in 1837 after developing a polished steel plow that worked better in Midwestern soil. That equipment-first origin still shapes the brand's focus on productivity and durability.
John Deere develops a polished steel plow and starts the company.
Deere & Company is incorporated in Delaware.
Deere adds major roadbuilding capabilities through Wirtgen.
May becomes CEO and later chairman.
Deere reports $45.684 billion in net sales and revenues and $5.027 billion in net income.
John Deere was founded in 1837.
Deere's shift from standalone equipment toward precision, connected, and financed production systems is the major modern turning point.
Deere grew through farm machinery, dealer expansion, construction and forestry equipment, financial services, parts, and precision technology.