Tractor Servicing

Each and every piece of farm equipment is an important, and oftentimes expensive investment that could be built to last if cared for properly. We understand the value of how tractor servicing will preserve the value of your well-maintained and durable machinery. For many farmers, keeping a tractor or plow in good shape is just as important as a good harvest. But, in order to get the best use out of your agriculture equipment, it’s crucial to take the proper steps to maintain and clean all farming equipment on a regular basis.

Though the company has been known for its charity organizations and citizen friendly policies, it does not expect fans to take John Deere philanthropy into their own hands. In this instance we learn about a man who did just that.

According to the Battle Creek Enquirer, one individual sought to provide his fellow Marshall Township with his own version of John Deere philanthropy giving say Michigan residents at the Calhoun County Fair. Bud Moe and his wife brought their John Deere Gators to the celebration each year, offering rides to anyone who needed one.

John Deere Collectors

There are a number of Americans who have taken a liking to a certain brand to a whole new level, and in the center of the country, there is one family that has done this with products from one of the most iconic companies in the U.S.

John Deere tractors are some of the most cherished and sought after collectibles in the country, due to the nostalgia that they inspire and the fact that a number of old models are still running with the same power that was present years ago.

I’ve been seeing some very strong auction sale prices on good condition used tractors across the upper Midwest the second 1/2 of August.

This 2007 JD 8330 tractor with 850 hours sold for a new record high auction sale price of $167,000 on an August 24, 2012 farm auction in Luverne, MN. The tractor sold without the tank on front in picture.

One example is the 2007 JD 8330 MFWD tractor with 850 hours sold for a new record high auction sale price of $167,000 on an August 24, 2012 farm auction near the southwest Minnesota town of Luverne. The previous high auction sale price I’d recorded on a JD 8330 was $157,000 on a farm auction in west-central New York on February 22, 2012.

The type of enthusiasm that retired farmers have for John Deere tractors is unparalleled in the landscape of American consumerism, as they relied on the machinery for their livelihood and value its power as much as the aesthetic beauty of the equipment.

This is why so many ex-farmers keep used John Deere equipment and restore it to its original beauty, as it provides them with a sense of nostalgia and pride that cannot come from another consumer product.

Areas of the country that have a significant agricultural industry, like Wisconsin, have an even greater appreciation for farm equipment, and this type of dedication results in nostalgia-inspiring events for tractor enthusiasts.

The significant role that John Deere and the many innovative products that have come from the agricultural company have played in the history of the U.S. is not often understated, as Americans of all walks of life celebrate the iconic jumping deer by collecting and restoring equipment and memorabilia from the firm.

While some people tend to gather hats, shirts and other commercial-based products from the company, others choose to collect antique and used farm equipment from John Deere. This hobby is not one that is specific to a certain region of the country, as people from every region of the U.S. show off their collections on a regular basis.

John Deere tractors are loved by many Americans inside and outside of agricultural professions, and this dedication to the brand can manifest itself in many ways. People in the U.S. support the brand by wearing a hat featuring the iconic jumping deer image to purchasing used farm equipment from the company.

Though the brand’s equipment is pervasive throughout the industry, and the company has been a leading innovator for all types of farm machines, tractors seem to capture the imagination of Americans more than any other product.

 

Tractor Maintenance Tips

Regular care and maintenance are essential components of this process as well. John Deere owners recognize (and often pride themselves) on diligent upkeep. In this week’s spotlight, we would like to share 21 ways in which you can get the most from your John Deere machine, through regular maintenance and management.

The official John Deere YouTube Channel has recently released its first episode of an ongoing series titled “Every Field Has A Story.”  The series will interview John Deere customers who have an interesting story about the fields they manage.

The series starts in Cary, North Carolina at the Wake Med Soccer Park—home to prominent international soccer events and NCAA championship soccer.  After a mid-day storm that brought rain, hail, and even a tornado, the grounds crew was tasked with cleaning up and preparing the field for a pro soccer game that very night.  Watch the video below for their full story, and lookout for future episodes on both John Deere and MachineFinder’s YouTube Channel!