Agri-Pulse reports:
John Deere says it will no longer “participate in or support external social or cultural awareness parades, festivals or events,” reacting to criticism of its Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) policies.
To read about the background on this issue click here.
The move closely follows Tractor Supply Company’s decision to reevaluate employee support and social stances during Pride Month, angering some agricultural minority groups. To read the background on TSC’s changes click here.
In a statement posted on X, Deere says the use of “pronoun identification” and diversity quotas “have never been and are not a company policy.” Deere also plans to audit all training material to ensure there are no “socially motivated messages.”
To read the entire Tweet click here.
“We will prioritize internal policies that more closely align our business strategy to meet the needs of our customers,” the statement says.
