CHAIRMAN'S
MESSAGE
At John Deere, we know that good citizenship is good business. It inspires
employees, motivates customers, and extends our competitive advantage.
But it's also the right thing to do.
With that in mind, we are committed to operating ethically, safely, and in an
environmentally- sustainable manner, all while giving back to our communities
and beyond through philanthropy and volunteerism.
This year's citizenship summary report highlights how we're supporting our
communities and working to enhance employee and customer safety, and
environmental stewardship. Please read the full Global Citizenship Report in the
Citizenship and Sustainability section of www.deere.com.
In 2016, we furthered our efforts to limit the environmental impact of our
operations and products. We maintained our focus on energy and water efficiency,
while introducing products that are both fuel-effi CHAIRMAN'S MESSAGE At John Deere, we know that go