News Release   November 19, 2024

John Deere Increases Production of Forestry Equipment at John Deere Specialty Products Facility in Langley, B.C.

  • John Deere expands tracked harvester and buncher production to the John Deere Specialty Products facility in Langley, British Columbia.
  • The production of the 900-Series machines will begin late 2024, followed by the 800-Series models in early Spring 2025.
  • The increase in production will bring a variety of new job opportunities to the Langley facility in Canada.

MOLINE, IL (November 19, 2024) – Today, John Deere announced the expansion of its forestry equipment production at its John Deere Specialty Products facility located in Langley, British Columbia, Canada. Manufacturing of the 900-Series models will start later this year, followed by the 800-Series models in early Spring 2025. The John Deere Specialty Products facility will serve as the center of excellence for manufacturing purpose-built tracked forestry equipment. This increase in production will enhance services provided by John Deere to both North American and global customers and strategically position tracked harvesters and feller bunchers in a key forestry region.

"All of us at John Deere Specialty Products are excited about this opportunity to grow at our location and provide customers with even more confidence through our commitment to the highest quality and durable products," said Alan Tracey, Factory Manager at John Deere Langley. "We have a long tenure of forestry design and manufacturing experience, and we are passionate about working with our customers."

The John Deere Specialty Products production facility currently employs 100 employees and produces tracked processors, road builders, and tracked log loaders for the global market. The business has been operating since 1998 and continues to positively impact its local communities and John Deere customers around the world.

For more information, please visit www.JohnDeere.ca.

About Deere & Company

Deere & Company (www.deere.ca/en/) is a global leader in the delivery of agricultural, turf, construction, and forestry equipment. We help our customers push the boundaries of what's possible in ways that are more productive and sustainable to help life leap forward. Our technology-enabled products including John Deere Autonomous 8R Tractor, See & Spray™, and E-Power Backhoe are just some of the ways we help meet the world's increasing need for food, shelter, and infrastructure. Deere & Company also provides financial services through John Deere Financial.

For more information on Deere & Company, visit us at www.deere.ca/en/news/.

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