The Federal Trade Commission has filed a lawsuit against Deere & Company, accusing the agricultural equipment manufacturer of monopolizing repair services to inflate costs and delay repairs for farmers. The lawsuit alleges Deere restricts access to critical repair tools, including its proprietary "Service ADVISOR" software, limiting options for farmers and independent repair providers. FTC Chair Lina Khan emphasized the lawsuit aims to promote competition and allow farmers to choose their repair options. Deere rejected the allegations, calling the lawsuit meritless and claiming the FTC relied on inaccurate information.
