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Each year the National Farm Machinery Show attracts thousands of people interested in viewing the latest and greatest farming equipment to the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Kentucky. This year was no different. Despite a continually-challenging agriculture and economic climate, last week’s four day show welcomed over 305,000 people, making it the third highest attendance ever in the show’s 47 year history.

While major machinery brands took up the largest chunks of floorspace, smaller booths displaying everything from boots to baskets made sure no area was left empty. The near record-breaking crowd, and sheer size of the show, made it virtually impossible to see everything available. We were sure to spend ample time in the one area that we know you care about most: John Deere.

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Later this week, the 47th National Farm Machinery Show and Championship Tractor Pull will begin at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Kentucky.  The four day event always draws large crowds from across the country, with last year’s attendance reaching just over 300,000 people.  More than 1.2 million square feet of exhibit space will be used at the show to display and demonstrate the latest technological advancements and products from more than 850 exhibitors.  Just as we were at the 2011 show, we’ll be at this year’s show providing updates to those of you who can’t make it.

Last summer we posted eight of our favorite John Deere advertisements, but we came across a few more as we went back in time to write our JD 175th Anniversary post a few weeks ago. While John Deere advertisements have always been creative, they also instill a sense of passion and loyalty that many Deere owners can relate to. Although Deere builds equipment for everything from backyard gardening to enormous farms, they still find a way to make a connection with all people in their advertisements. Join us as we travel from a 1926 John Deere advertisement to present day commercials.

John Deere Company History

John Deere company history began in 1837 when a blacksmith named John Deere set out to create a company built on integrity, quality, commitment, and innovation. The core values he inset drove John Deere & Company to become more than just a manufacturer of agricultural equipment, but an industry icon that is known around the world. His core values continue in the company today, determining everything from the quality and work, to the treatment of the customers.

Stay warm this winter by wearing a John Deere winter hat!  There are so many styles to choose from, and we’ve listed some of the best below.  Be sure to let us know which is your favorite (and least favorite!) in the comments.  When you’re finished, have a look at our other recent winter-themed Friday Fun posts: John Deere Snow Globes and John Deere Coffee Mugs.

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When it’s freezing cold outside, there’s not much better than to have a hot cup of joe to keep warm.  Drinking that coffee from a John Deere coffee mug will only make the experience better, not to mention make you look cool.  So as this winter sets in and snow starts to fall, take a moment to think about what you could be drinking out of.  To help you out, we’ve gathered up 14 of our favorites to show you!

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It’s that time of the year again. For much of the world the arrival of December means the weather is getting colder and the snow is starting to fall. So we thought we’d show you some “snow” in a bit more tame way. Below we’ve found a few John Deere snow globes, each complete with a white glittery snow storm when shaken!

Have your own John Deere collectible items? Share them with us on the MachineFinder Facebook Page!

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Technically the next two aren’t snow globes. But they are John Deere themed and made of glass, so we thought you would still enjoy seeing them!

Every little kid is mesmerized by the sight of a big John Deere tractor, especially when their tires are five times larger than the kids themselves! The look on their faces as they gaze out the car window at a tractor sitting up on a flatbed truck rolling down the highway, a procession of tractors in a parade, or just a plain stationary tractor somewhere on a nearby farm is priceless. Here’s a few photographs of kids admiring the proud majesty of very large tractors with some very large tires.

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Halloween is right around the corner, and the true John Deere fans will be out in full force.  In preparation, we’ve scoured the internet and found some past fans who have shown off their dedication to the green and yellow with John Deere tractor Halloween costumes.

Though most are young children, there’s no reason a grown adult couldn’t pull off a tractor costume.  If you have pictures of a John Deere costume, share them with us on the MachineFinder Facebook Page!

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