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John Deere Opens Repair Doors for Farmers | Duluth News
John Deere is settling a major lawsuit that accused the company of locking farmers out of repairing their own equipment—forcing them to rely on authorized dealers for access to critical software and tools. The 10-year agreement grants farmers and independent shops the same repair access as dealers, empowering them to choose their fixers or even DIY repairs. Sparked by a multi-state lawsuit overseen by the FTC, this move responds to long-standing frustrations over repair monopolies and aims to save farmers time and money. Wisconsin’s push for “right to repair” laws reflects broader momentum…
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