John Deere Announces its 2025 Startup Collaborators

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Deere & Company (NYSE: DE) has announced six companies for its 2025 Startup Collaborator program, marking the 7th cohort since the program's launch in 2019. The initiative aims to enhance collaboration with startups developing innovative technologies for agriculture and construction customers.

The selected companies for 2025 include: Array Labs (3D Earth imaging), Landscan (digital twin soil analysis), LIDWAVE (4D LiDAR-on-a-chip), Presien (physical AI for worksite safety), ReSim (embodied AI testing), and Witricity (wireless charging technology).

The program focuses on exploring new technologies that can enhance productivity, sustainability, and efficiency in farming and construction practices through strategic collaboration with forward-thinking startups.

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• Strategic investment in future technologies through startup collaboration
• Diversification into multiple innovative sectors (AI, LiDAR, wireless charging, soil analysis)
• Focus on improving operational efficiency and safety in core business segments

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• None.

New cohort to explore innovations focused on meeting customers' needs

MOLINE, Ill., Jan. 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Deere & Company (NYSE: DE) announced the names of 6 companies chosen for its 2025 Startup Collaborator program. The John Deere Startup Collaborator program was launched in 2019 to enhance and deepen the company's interaction with startup companies whose technology could add value for ag and construction customers.

"The John Deere Startup Collaborator Program represents our ongoing dedication to innovation and customer-centric solutions," said Jahmy Hindman, Senior Vice President & Chief Technology Officer. "By collaborating with forward-thinking startups, we aim to explore new technologies that can bring significant value to our customers in agriculture and construction. We look forward to working closely with these startups to learn, grow, and drive the future of productive, sustainable, and efficient farming and construction practices."

The companies participating in the 2025 Startup Collaborator include:

• Array Labs – A space technology company building the first constellation designed for frequent, high-quality 3D imaging of Earth's entire surface
  
  
• Landscan – A digital twin company fusing proprietary soil and remote sensing signals to generate unique analytical insights for the optimization and management of land and its resources
  
  
• LIDWAVE – A pioneering 4D LiDAR-on-a-chip developer, providing unprecedented sensing for advanced automation, mapping, and inspection applications
  
  
• Presien – A physical AI company partnering with OEMs to deliver plug-and-play, on-machine solutions that transform worksite safety and productivity
  
  
• ReSim – An embodied AI testing company that automates hardware, simulation and replay evaluations, unlocking safer, faster development for autonomy
  
  
• Witricity – A trailblazer in wireless charging technology for commercial and passenger vehicles, eliminating the hassle of plug-in charging and setting the stage for future autonomy

"We're thrilled to welcome the 7th cohort of startups to our John Deere Startup Collaborator Program. This program is all about fostering innovation and collaboration. Each startup in this cohort brings unique technologies aimed at tackling real challenges in agriculture and construction. By working together and learning from one another, we will explore new technologies that can benefit our customers." - Colton Salyards, Principal Corporate Development, John Deere  

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FAQ

What companies were selected for John Deere's 2025 Startup Collaborator program?

Six companies were selected: Array Labs, Landscan, LIDWAVE, Presien, ReSim, and Witricity, each specializing in different technologies from 3D Earth imaging to wireless charging.

How many startups has Deere (DE) selected for its 2025 collaboration program?

Deere has selected 6 startups for its 2025 Startup Collaborator program.

What is the purpose of John Deere's Startup Collaborator program?

The program aims to enhance Deere's interaction with startup companies whose technology could add value for agriculture and construction customers, focusing on innovation and customer-centric solutions.

When did Deere (DE) launch its Startup Collaborator program?

John Deere launched its Startup Collaborator program in 2019.

What technologies are featured in Deere's 2025 startup cohort?

The technologies include 3D Earth imaging, digital twin soil analysis, 4D LiDAR-on-a-chip, physical AI for worksite safety, embodied AI testing, and wireless charging technology.