John Deere

**History and Expansion**:
– John Deere founded Deere & Company in 1837 in Grand Detour, Illinois.
– Deere invented the self-scouring steel plow in 1837, revolutionizing farming.
– Deere partnered with Leonard Andrus in 1843 to increase production.
– Deere relocated to Moline, Illinois in 1848 for better transportation access.
– Deere, Tate & Gould Company was producing over 200 plows a month by 1849.
– Deere & Company expanded into the tractor business in 1912.
– The company purchased Waterloo Gasoline Engine Company in 1918.
– The John Deere Model D tractor was introduced in 1923.
– The company produced its first combine harvester, the John Deere No. 2, in 1927.
– John Deere developed hillside harvesting technology in the 1930s.

**Product Innovation and Corporate Growth**:
– Deere & Company manufactures agricultural machinery, heavy equipment, and diesel engines.
– The company offers financial services and lawn care equipment.
– John Deere’s tractor series include D series, E series, and Specialty Tractors.
– Deere’s slogan is ‘Nothing Runs Like a Deere.’
– The company’s logo features a leaping deer with the words JOHN DEERE.
– Deere & Company is publicly traded on the NYSE under the symbol DE.
– The company is listed on the S&P 100 and S&P 500 components.
– Deere & Company ranked No. 84 in the 2022 Fortune 500 list.
– Deere introduced marketing centers and retail dealers in 1869 to boost sales.
– John Deere’s legacy includes aiding migration into the American Great Plains and a commitment to quality and innovation.

**Military Contribution, International Expansion, and Events**:
– Deere manufactured military tractors and transmissions for the M3 tank.
– Produced aircraft parts, ammunition, and mobile laundry units during wartime.
– Established operations in Argentina in 1958 and resumed assembly in 2011.
– Introduced the New Generation of Power tractors in 1960 at Deere Day in Dallas.
– Introduced advancements in tractor technology and design over the years.

**Legacy, Leadership Changes, and Recent Developments**:
– Deere’s legacy includes revolutionizing farming practices and commitment to quality.
– Samuel R. Allen stepped down as CEO in 2019, replaced by John May.
– In 2022, Deere introduced a self-driving tractor at the Consumer Electronics Show.
– The leaping deer logo has been used for over 155 years with minor changes.
– Deere acquired Blue River Technology in 2017 for applying machine learning in agriculture.

**Environmental Impact, Sponsorships, and Publications**:
– John Deere reported total CO2e emissions and set reduction goals.
– John Deere sponsors events like the NASCAR car, golf tournaments, and ice sports.
– Green Magazine, a publication for John Deere enthusiasts, was founded in 1984.