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Deere Reports $656M Q1 Profit, Boosts 2026 Forecast

Deere & Company reported net income of $656 million for the first quarter ended February 1, 2026, or $2.42 per share, compared with net income of $869 million, or $3.19 per share, for the quarter ended January 26, 2025.

Worldwide net sales and revenues increased 13 percent, to $9,611 million, in the most recent quarter. Net sales were $8,001 million for the quarter, compared with $6,809 million in the same quarter of 2025.

“While the global large agriculture industry continues to experience challenges, we’re encouraged by the ongoing recovery in demand within both the construction and small agriculture segments,” said John May, chairman and CEO of John Deere. “These positive developments reinforce our belief that 2026 represents the bottom of the current cycle and provides us with a strong foundation for accelerated growth going forward.”

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Air Boom vs Spinner Spreader. What Is the Difference

Video: Air Boom vs Spinner Spreader. What Is the Difference

Air boom vs spinner spreader is one of the most common questions we hear from growers and dealers. Both systems have a place in the field, but they perform very differently depending on product type, rate, and field conditions. In this short clip, Glenn walks through key differences you see in real use. Spinner spreaders offer wide coverage with fewer moving parts, but spread pattern shifts with wind, moisture, and product quality. Air boom applicators apply at fixed working width and stay consistent across changing conditions. Product density changes get handled through the controller, which helps when switching blends and rates. If you are deciding between application systems or advising customers, this breakdown helps set expectations in the field.