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The Government Is Suing a Tractor Company, and Your Avocado Toast Is Caught in the Crossfire

The FTC is suing John Deere over fixing tractors, which means your morning avocado toast could cost more if Big Green wins this fight.

By Foodie Pundit Newsroom - Published - Updated - Section: Policy Regulation

The Government Is Suing a Tractor Company, and Your Avocado Toast Is Caught in the Crossfire

Key points

  • The FTC is suing John Deere over allegations the company has created an illegal monopoly on repairing its own farm equipment.
  • The lawsuit comes after Deere already agreed to a $99 million settlement with farmers in a separate case over the same right-to-repair issues.
  • Repair restrictions on farm equipment can lead to costly delays for farmers, which increases the cost of raw ingredients for restaurants.
  • The outcome of the case could set a major precedent for the right-to-repair movement across many industries, from farming to electronics.
  • For consumers, this seemingly distant lawsuit can directly impact the prices on the menu at their favorite local restaurants.

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