Cargill Chair and CEO Brian Sikes joins Deere & Company's Board of Directors

Core Insights - Deere & Company has appointed Brian Sikes, the board chair and CEO of Cargill, to its board of directors, enhancing its leadership with expertise in global food and agriculture [1][2] - Sikes brings extensive experience from Cargill, where he has held various leadership roles since 1991, and he became CEO in 2023, overseeing operations in over 70 countries [2][3] - With Sikes' appointment, Deere's board now consists of 11 members, with 10 being independent, non-employee directors [3] Company Overview - Deere & Company is a global leader in agricultural, construction, and forestry equipment, focusing on productivity and sustainability [4] - The company offers technology-enabled products, such as the John Deere Autonomous 8R Tractor and See & Spray™, to address the increasing global demand for food, shelter, and infrastructure [4]