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Ethics and Compliance
We choose to operate Deere & Company by a standard of business ethics that is rooted in the company's core values. We are committed to living our values and, through doing so, building a business as great as our products.
The company has for many years had a formal statement, the Deere & Company Business Conduct Guidelines, that describes how we will do business. We will always strive to abide by the law, and, as demonstrated throughout the history of the company, we will adhere to the highest ethical standards.
The Business Conduct Guidelines address human and business relationships, business ethics, and social responsibility.
Human Relationships
The company's commitment to human rights is a fundamental element of its daily operations. Our objective is to be an exemplary global corporate citizen. Employees are expected to:
- honor the human rights and respect the individual dignity of all persons globally;
- support diversity and equal opportunity in employment and freedom of association;
- not tolerate unlawful discrimination in company workplaces;
- continually work to provide safe and healthy workplaces for all employees; and
- reject the use of any form of forced or indentured labor or child labor in the production or manufacture of goods.
Business Relationships
Our business relationships must be mutually beneficial — that is, the relationship has to be a good one both for the other party and for the company. Commercial relationships with all parties must not be tainted by favoritism or
unethical practices.
Privacy
Maintaining and respecting the privacy of current and prospective customers, employees, retirees, dealers, suppliers, and investors is critical to John Deere's continued global success. The company is dedicated to complying with applicable
laws concerning privacy.
Business Ethics
Employees who observe what they believe to be unethical or improper actions are encouraged to contact company officials about their concerns. John Deere also maintains a compliance hotline, available 24 hours a day; anonymous
e-mail; and a post office box as alternative means for confidential reporting of possible unethical or improper actions.
Social Responsibility
John Deere takes seriously its responsibility
to the communities in which it has a presence. Employees are encouraged to participate in community service as may be appropriate on a voluntary basis. The company is also committed
to conducting its worldwide business operations in a manner that safeguards people and sustains the environment through the design of its products and the conduct of its operations. Our products should not pose unreasonable risk of injury to persons or damage to property. Safety is an integral consideration in the development of products.
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