Books in Agriculture

John Deere Color History's Box Set

<p>A great value boxed set for the John Deere enthusiast! Here together for the first time are three classic John Deere volumes that are a must-have for any collector or enthusiast. Covers all the popular models, including 2-cylinder "Johnny Poppers," small tractors, and industrial tractors. Slipcased in a sturdy and attractive box for display on the collector's shelf or even in the barn with the green-and-gold machinery.</p>

John Deere Evolution The Design and Engineering of an American Icon

<p>As seen in the Wall Street Journal! "The story includes a surprising amount of intrigue." --Peter Saenger, WSJ, March 12, 2022. </p> <p>John Deere Evolution is a gold winner for the 2022 IBPA Benjamin Franklin Award in both History and Cover Design - Large Format.</p> <p>The most powerful green tractors on earth take center stage in this stunningly crafted book that shines a spotlight on the modern machines that feed our planet. These fascinating machines get treated as objects of art, and are photographed and lovingly lit in custom-built studios, dark barns and sheds, or bathed in sunlight. The gorgeous images are accompanied with concept drawings, archival photography, and text explaining how the machines were designed and built. This encyclopedic work contains examples of every model line built by John Deere since 1919.</p> <p>Never-before-published drawings and images of secret prototypes as well as production tractors are accompanied by entertaining stories from the engineers and industrial designers who created the machines. Within these pages you will find the story of the rotary engine Deere, top secret combines, and the tractor spy who got caught at one of the most important product launches in green tractor history.</p> <p>This beautiful book offers fresh insight into the evolution and design of an American icon, from the original two-cylinders to the modern muscle tractors.</p>

John Deere Farm Tractors A History of the John Deere Tractor

Leffingwell combines interviews with famous Deere designers and newly discovered information on Deere tractors with 200 new, color photos of original and restored tractors from all over the US, to provide a unique history of America's favorite farm tractor. 250 photos and illus.

John Deere: Fun Flaps: Harvest

Describes what happens on a farm at harvest-time and how different kinds of crops are harvested, including corn, apples, and pumpkins. On board pages.

John Deere General Purpose Tractors, 1928-1953

Traces the history of the John Deere general-purpose tractors, describes the details and variations of the different models, provides information on specifications and production numbers, and looks at preproduction experimental tractors.

John Deere He Gave to the World the Steel Plow

This is a new release of the original 1937 edition.

John Deere Industrials

Ranging from simple model variations to those machines built for specific purposes, this industrial-grade volume chronicles the "other line" of John Deere machinery. A mainstay in heavy industry and construction sites throughout the world, John Deere Industrials begins with coverage of the popular A-series with its yellow paint and the letter "I" added to the model designation that has become the hallmark of these incredible machines. (Delayed from Spring 2002)

John Deere Limited-production & Experimental Tractors

A history of tractor experimentation and development at Deere & Company for the period between 1912 and 1960. Here is an exciting story of success and failure, and of the machines that helped make John Deere synonymous with farm power. Over 150 photos illustrate Deere & Company's tractor development.

John Deere Model 3010 Tractor Condensed Technical Service Repair Shop Manual

This technical service manual will give you detailed instructions on how to repair, service and rebuild your equipment. It will show illustrations and exploded views of service procedures, electrical and hydraulic systems with testing and troubleshooting steps. It covers the 3010, 3020, 4010, 4020, 5010 and 5020 with all transmission types offered in these John Deere Tractors.

John Deere Model 4030 Tractor Condensed Technical Service Repair Shop Manual

John Deere Model 4040 Tractor Condensed Technical Service Repair Shop Manual

This technical service manual will give you detailed instructions on how to repair, service and rebuild your equipment. It will show illustrations and exploded views of service procedures, electrical and hydraulic systems with testing and troubleshooting steps. It covers the 4030, 4040, 4230, 4240, 4430, 4440, 4630, 4640, and 4840 with all transmission types offered in these John Deere Tractors.

John Deere Model 4230 Tractor Condensed Technical Service Repair Shop Manual

John Deere Model 5010 Tractor Condensed Technical Service Repair Shop Manual

John Deere Model 6030 Tractor Condensed Technical Service Repair Shop Manual

This technical service manual will give you detailed instructions on how to repair, service and rebuild your equipment. It will show illustrations and exploded views of service procedures, electrical and hydraulic systems with testing and troubleshooting steps. It covers the 6030 John Deere Tractors.

John Deere Model 60 Gasoline, All Fuel and LP Tractor Condensed Technical Service Repair Shop Manual

This technical service manual will give you detailed instructions on how to repair, service and rebuild your equipment. It will show illustrations and exploded views of service procedures, electrical and hydraulic systems. It covers the 50, 60 and 70 Gasoline, All Fuel and LP John Deere Tractors.

John Deere Model 720 Diesel Tractor Condensed Technical Service Repair Shop Manual

John Deere Model 820 Tractor Condensed Technical Service Repair Shop Manual

John Deere Model A Photo Archive

This book includes 134 black and white rare photos and illustrations hand-picked from the Deere & Company Corporate Archives.<br> <br> Row crop, standard, orchard and industrial version of this popular tractor are featured at work in the field and in detailed studio photos.

John Deere Model B Photo Archive Photographs from the Deere & Company Archives

John Deere Model B Photo Archive Edited P.A. Letourneau A magnificent collection of rare black & white photographs specially selected from public and private archives promote the unique characteristics of these popular tractors. Filled with informative captions providing histories of featured models. Row-crop versions to crawlers, styled and unstyled tractors. Sftbd., 1 1/4x 8 1/2, 128 pgs., 115 b&w illustrations.

John Deere Model B Restoration Guide

The popular and prolific John Deere Model B is covered from front pedestal to drawbar in this useful guide. Exploded parts diagrams and archival and modern photography help you figure out the correct parts, paint, and assembly for your styled or unstyled John Deere Model B. Charts and tables list serial and part numbers as well as major manufacturing changes. All stled and unstyled model variations except the Lindeman crawler are covered, including the Model B, BR, BO, BI, BN, BW, BNH, and BWH, as well as the rare BW-40 and experimental HX. A brief history of the Model B's evolution and variations is included, with archival phorographs of each type in the fields and on the farm.The John Deere Model B Restoration Guide is a great addition to the libray of any John Deere restorer, collector, or enthusiast.

John Deere Onan Engine 20 HP Technical Service Repair Manual

This technical service manual will give you detailed instructions on how to repair, service and rebuild your equipment. It will show illustrations and exploded views of service procedures, and electrical components. Onan 16, 18 20 and 24 hp engines with model numbers B43E, B43G, B48G, P218G, P220G, and T260.

John Deere's Company - Volume 1 From the Steel Plow to the Tractor 1837-1927

<p>The history of Deere & Company is several stories at once. It is the saga of an American folk hero remembered as the man "who gave to the world the steel plow." John Deere's Company - Volume 1 is the story of rural and small-town America from the time eastern farmers began moving into the Midwest in the early 1800s, through the American industrial revolution of the late 19th and up to the creation of the first John Deere tractors. </p> <p>It is also the story of an uncommon family whose members for 145 years directed the destiny of one of America's oldest business firms--now the largest agricultural machinery manufacturer in the world--until the first nonfamily member, Robert Hanson, was named chief executive officer of Deere in 1982.</p> <p>The story follows the company's role in the extraordinary growth of the American agricultural economy; its role in the discovery and application of major innovations in machinery and manufacturing methods; and, finally, its role in the sharing of that technology throughout the world.</p> <p>Those roles were influenced by the Populist movement in the 19th century, by the early attempts of unions to organize the farm implement industry, and by the competitive tactics and strategies of industrial leaders whose companies battled each other for market share.</p> <p>Wayne Broehl has taken these several historic threads and woven them into this lively and absorbing historical account. The updated and revised book has been divided into two volumes, this is Volume 1.</p>

John Deere's Company - Volume 1 From the Steel Plow to the Tractor 1837-1927

<p>The history of Deere & Company is several stories at once. It is the saga of an American folk hero remembered as the man "who gave to the world the steel plow." John Deere's Company - Volume 1 is the story of rural and small-town America from the time eastern farmers began moving into the Midwest in the early 1800s, through the American industrial revolution of the late 19th and up to the creation of the first John Deere tractors. </p> <p>It is also the story of an uncommon family whose members for 145 years directed the destiny of one of America's oldest business firms--now the largest agricultural machinery manufacturer in the world--until the first nonfamily member, Robert Hanson, was named chief executive officer of Deere in 1982.</p> <p>The story follows the company's role in the extraordinary growth of the American agricultural economy; its role in the discovery and application of major innovations in machinery and manufacturing methods; and, finally, its role in the sharing of that technology throughout the world.</p> <p>Those roles were influenced by the Populist movement in the 19th century, by the early attempts of unions to organize the farm implement industry, and by the competitive tactics and strategies of industrial leaders whose companies battled each other for market share.</p> <p>Wayne Broehl has taken these several historic threads and woven them into this lively and absorbing historical account. The updated and revised book has been divided into two volumes, this is Volume 1.</p>

John Deere's Company - Volume 2 From Johnny Popper to the Iron Horses 1928-1982

<p><i>John Deere's Company</i> is an engaging two-volume narrative account of Deere's growth from its foundation by a blacksmith to its position as a dominant maker of agricultural machinery. This is Volume 2, which covers company history from 1928 to 1982--essentially from the Model GP tractor to the 40 Series tractors.</p><p>Author Wayne G. Broehl Jr. dedicated the better part of a decade to this work, and the comprehensive overview of John Deere is packed with details on the entire industry as well as insight into some of the most fascinating strategies, backroom deals, and near-miss acquisitions in agricultural company history.</p><p>The story follows the company's role in the extraordinary growth of the American agricultural economy, its role in the discovery and application of major innovations in machinery and manufacturing methods, and, finally, its role in the sharing of that technology throughout the world.</p><p>Readers are privy to intriguing backstories, including the partnership with Caterpillar, Charles Wiman's strategy for taking over the number one position in the agriculture industry, the collaboration with Yanmar, and the fascinating merger attempt with Fiat--as well as consideration of a joint venture with Deutz.</p><p>Broehl Jr. has woven these complex threads into a lively and absorbing historical account that is a must-read for anyone who loves the history of heavy machines and American industry.</p>