Deere partners with SpaceX Starlink to boost connectivity in precision agriculture, enhancing remote farm operations.

John Deere has partnered with SpaceX's Starlink to provide satellite connectivity for its agricultural equipment, enabling real-time monitoring and remote operations in areas lacking terrestrial network coverage. This partnership supports Deere's growth in precision agriculture, with 99% of combines ordered featuring harvest automation linked via Starlink. Deere reported strong Q1 FY2026 earnings and raised its net income guidance, signaling confidence in this tech-driven strategy. Competitor AGCO is pursuing an open-system approach, but Deere's vertical integration with Starlink could create a significant competitive moat in the industry.