John Deere has recently announced plans to launch significant upgrades at its plant in Las Rosas, Santa Fe in April. These upgrades are expected to increase the production capacity of sprayers and seeders by 50%, following a $15 million investment. Sergio Fernandez, president of Industries John Deere Argentina, highlighted that this investment is part of a larger ambitious program that the company has been implementing in Argentina over the past decade, with a total investment of over $265 million.
The investment in the Las Rosas plant includes new buildings, painting and assembly line improvements, as well as enhancements to processes, systems and logistics. John Deere has been manufacturing in Argentina for more than 65 years and is committed to supporting production and development in the country. This investment marks a milestone for the company and underscores their commitment to embracing technology and optimizing processes in the agricultural sector.
John Deere’s production activities are spread across three plants, producing a range of equipment including tractors, combines, platforms, engines, sprayers, seeders and carbon fiber bowsprits. The company is unique in that it produces all the main equipment necessary for the agricultural production cycle in Argentina. With over 3,200 direct employees, a network of exclusive dealers and numerous national suppliers, John Deere is a key player in the country’s manufacturing industry. They are also the main exporting company and employer in the sector.
