Tag: John Deere

John Deere adds ‘flex fuel’ model to ZTrak line

July 16, 2013 By Kelly Limpert

John Deere increased its line of ZTrak mowers by adding a “flex fuel” model to its fleet. The new Z925M Flex Fuel is compatible with ethanol blends up to E85, giving superintendents a new alternative fuel option for their fleets. “When ...

Read More

John Deere supports budding superintendents

July 11, 2013 By Kelly Limpert

A new program sponsored by John Deere will make it possible for teenagers to experience a career in golf course management and learn about the science of agronomy. Careers on Course is part of the company’s $1 million five-year commitment ...

Read More

A mower is born

June 11, 2013 By Seth Jones

The need for a mower that could handle severe undulations, along with a few inspired turf pros, spawned the creation of the John Deere 180 E-Cut. ARDMORE, Pa. — This year’s U.S. Open is scheduled to conclude on Father’s Day. ...

Read More

Seth’s 2013 GIS Notebook

April 1, 2013 By Seth Jones

We can’t read his chicken scratches. We’re glad he can. I was cruising through an old issue of Golfdom from the 1940s the other day. I skimmed a story written by Golfdom founder Herb Graffis. It went on for pages, ...

Read More

One hot ticket: Golf Industry Show 2013

March 1, 2013 By Seth Jones

Though GIS attendance numbers dipped, there was still plenty to enjoy for those who made the trek West. Ask any of the 13,000-plus who attended the Golf Industry Show in San Diego. This was a show not to be missed. ...

Read More

Deere donates $1M to The First Tee

March 1, 2013 By Kelly Limpert

John Deere will donate $1 million over five years to The First Tee, further emphasizing Deere’s active commitment to the game of golf and the career development of professionals in the golf maintenance industry. Besides supporting The First Tee network, ...

Read More