John Deere relents, says farmers can fix their own tractors after all After a lengthy argument, a right to repair comes to agricultural machinery.

John Deere leaders say a new digital tool for diagnosing machine problems and reprogramming software shows the company’s commitment to farmers servicing their own equipment.

Aside from all the gear needed for repair work, the license Deere’s new service will cost farmers $195 per machine each year.

John Deere is accused of illegally restricting farmers' ability to repair tractors and other equipment in a lawsuit filed by the Federal Trade Commission along with two states.