Deere (NYSE: DE) director Dmitri Stockton to step down after 2027 meeting

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(Moderate)

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8-K

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Deere & Company disclosed that director Dmitri Stockton has informed the Board he will not stand for re-election at the company’s 2027 annual meeting of stockholders. The company states his decision is not due to any disagreement with its operations, policies, or practices.

Mr. Stockton will continue to serve as a director for the remainder of his current term, which expires at the 2027 annual meeting. The Board expressed appreciation for his nearly 12 years of service and noted it looks forward to his continued contributions through the 2027 meeting.

8-K Event Classification

Item 5.02 — Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers

1 item

Item 5.02 Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers Governance

Key personnel changes including departures, elections, or appointments of directors and executive officers.

Key Figures

Service length: Nearly 12 years Term end: 2027 annual meeting

2 metrics

Service length Nearly 12 years Tenure of director Dmitri Stockton on Deere’s Board

Term end 2027 annual meeting Expiration of Mr. Stockton’s current Board term

Key Terms

Board of Directors, annual meeting of stockholders, Emerging growth company

3 terms

Board of Directors financial

"On May 26, 2026, Dmitri Stockton notified the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Deere & Company"

The Board of Directors is a group of people chosen by a company's owners to help make big decisions and oversee how the company is run. They act like a team of advisors or managers, making sure the company stays on track and meets its goals. Their choices can influence the company's success and how it grows.

annual meeting of stockholders financial

"he would not stand for re-election as a director at the 2027 annual meeting of stockholders"

Emerging growth company regulatory

"Emerging growth company"

An emerging growth company is a recently public or smaller public firm that qualifies for temporary, lighter regulatory and disclosure rules to reduce the cost and effort of being public. For investors, it means the company may provide less historical financial detail and face fewer reporting requirements than larger firms, so it can grow more quickly but also carries higher uncertainty—like buying a promising early-stage product with fewer user reviews.

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06/01/2026 - 04:15 PM

UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549


	FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report: May 26, 2026

(Date of earliest event reported)

DEERE & COMPANY

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)


Delaware	1-4121	36-2382580
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)	(Commission File Number)	(IRS Employer Identification No.)

One John Deere Place

Moline, Illinois 61265

(Address of principal executive offices and zip code)

(309) 765-8000

(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

___________________________________________________

(Former name or former address, if changed since last report.)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

☐ Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

☐ Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

SECURITIES REGISTERED PURSUANT TO SECTION 12(b) OF THE ACT:


Title of each class	Trading symbol	Name of each exchange on which registered
Common stock, $1 par value	DE	New York Stock Exchange
6.55% Debentures Due 2028	DE28	New York Stock Exchange

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company ☐

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Item 5.02

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers.

On May 26, 2026, Dmitri Stockton notified the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Deere & Company (the “Company”) that he would not stand for re-election as a director at the 2027 annual meeting of stockholders. Mr. Stockton’s decision not to stand for re-election is not the result of any disagreement with the Company, its operations, policies, or practices. Mr. Stockton will serve the remainder of his current term, which expires at the Company’s 2027 annual meeting.

The Board thanks Mr. Stockton for his nearly 12 years of service and many contributions to the Company, and looks forward to his continued service through the Company’s 2027 annual meeting of stockholders.

Signatures

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.


	DEERE & COMPANY


Dated: June 1, 2026	By:	/s/ Julie M. Rosales
		Juile M. Rosales
		Corporate Secretary

Source: View Original Filing on SEC EDGAR

FAQ

What board change did Deere (DE) report in this Form 8-K?

Deere & Company reported that director Dmitri Stockton notified the Board he will not stand for re-election at the 2027 annual meeting. He will, however, continue serving as a director until his current term expires at that 2027 meeting.

Why is Dmitri Stockton not standing for re-election at Deere (DE)?

The company states that Mr. Stockton’s decision not to stand for re-election is not the result of any disagreement with Deere, its operations, policies, or practices. The filing characterizes the decision as his choice, without indicating any underlying dispute.

How long has Dmitri Stockton served on the Deere (DE) Board?

The Board notes that Mr. Stockton has provided nearly 12 years of service as a director of Deere & Company. In the filing, the Board thanks him for this lengthy tenure and acknowledges his many contributions to the company over that period.

How long will Dmitri Stockton remain on the Deere (DE) Board?

Mr. Stockton will serve the remainder of his current term, which expires at Deere & Company’s 2027 annual meeting of stockholders. Until that meeting occurs, he is expected to continue his duties as a director on the company’s Board.

Did Deere (DE) report any disagreement with Dmitri Stockton?

Deere & Company explicitly states that Mr. Stockton’s decision not to seek re-election is not due to any disagreement with the company. This includes no disagreement regarding its operations, policies, or practices, according to the language used in the disclosure.

How did Deere’s Board respond to Dmitri Stockton’s decision?

The Board expressed thanks to Mr. Stockton for his nearly 12 years of service and his many contributions to Deere & Company. It also stated that it looks forward to his continued service as a director through the 2027 annual meeting of stockholders.

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