John Deere Honored as One of 2025 World's Most Ethical Companies®

John Deere recognized on this prestigious list for the 18th time.

John Deere has once again been named one of the 2025 World's Most Ethical Companies^® by Ethisphere, marking its 18th recognition and distinguishing it as one of only 12 honorees in the Industrial Manufacturing industry.

The recognition signals trust, responsibility, and long-term success. This accolade underscores Deere & Company's long-standing commitment to maintaining the highest standards of ethical business practices globally.

"This honor truly reflects the deep commitment our employees, dealers, and partners have to conducting business the right way every day," stated Kellye Walker, senior vice president and chief legal officer at Deere & Company. "It underscores our unwavering commitment to integrity, a core value that has consistently earned us this recognition year after year."

The 2025 World's Most Ethical Companies includes 136 honorees from 19 countries and 44 industries.

Applicants must provide over 240 different proof points on practices that support robust ethics and compliance, governance, a culture of ethics, environmental and social impact, and initiatives that support a strong value chain.

The process involves a thorough qualitative analysis of each application by a panel of experts who spend thousands of hours carefully reviewing and evaluating each submission. The organizations demonstrating the strongest application across their methodology receive the prestigious designation of being one of the World's Most Ethical Companies.

John Deere's high standard for ethics holds true for its global workforce and all those with whom they partner. Integrity, Quality, Humanity, Commitment, and Innovation—these core values define how John Deere shows up for each other and conducts business. ‡