FTC, States Secure Settlement with Deere ＆ Company, Advancing Farmers' Right to Repair
Summary: The Federal Trade Commission, along with five states, secured an important settlement in an antitrust lawsuit against farm equipment manufacturer Deere Company that will ensure farmers can enjoy the right to repair their own John Deere tractors and farm equipment.The FTC’s settlement requires Deere—for the next 10 years …
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