John Deere, the renowned American multinational corporation founded in 1837 and a global leader in agricultural, construction, and forestry machinery, continues deepening its partnership with Turkmenistan. Beyond manufacturing cutting-edge equipment, the company is also spearheading the development of innovative digital solutions for farm management and agrotechnical monitoring.
Since entering the Turkmen market in 1994 alongside other major brands such as Case IH and Claas, John Deere’s machinery has become integral to the nation’s agro-industrial sector, playing a crucial role in advancing agricultural mechanization, The Caspian Post informs via Turkmen media.
Between 2017 and 2020, Turkmenistan received over 1,350 units of John Deere equipment, including 9970 cotton harvesters-440 units delivered in 2017-2018 and another 600 between 2019 and 2020-along with W540 combines, 8245R tractors, and 3810 plows. Additionally, private agricultural enterprises acquired 785 machines, encompassing tractors, combines, and various other equipment.
This momentum has been supported since 2020 by government initiatives and bank financing. A presidential decree authorizes the state to cover up to 85% of agricultural machinery costs, facilitating a long-term modernization program. To date, more than 8,000 John Deere machines, customized for Turkmenistan’s specific soil and climate conditions, have been supplied.
Digitalization forms a key pillar of this cooperation. In 2020, the Turkmen government and John Deere signed a memorandum to implement digital monitoring and telematics systems by 2030. These technologies enable real-time tracking of machinery performance, fuel consumption, and workload, while providing data-driven insights to boost farm management efficiency.
The partnership benefits from strong government support. High-level meetings between Turkmenistan’s National Leader and John Deere executives throughout 2023 and 2024 have focused on long-term strategies to modernize agriculture and enhance collaboration. In December 2024, further negotiations addressed expanding equipment deliveries and developing training programs for agricultural professionals.
In May 2025, John Deere introduced a new batch of M732i self-propelled sprayers in the Lebap region. The launch featured demonstrations for specialists and students at Turkmenabat Agricultural College, underscoring the company’s commitment to capacity building and agricultural education.
After more than 30 years of collaboration, John Deere remains a trusted partner of Turkmenistan, offering a comprehensive range of equipment, including tractors, grain and cotton harvesters, plows, sprayers, and specialized machinery. The ongoing integration of digital technologies, government-backed machinery renewal, and professional training initiatives affirm the strategic and enduring nature of this partnership.
