Chris Boyens – manger of the Classic Green Collectors club

Hans Knutson (owner of display tractor)

• Introduce the Classic Green Collectors Club as an organization dedicated to preserving and celebrating vintage John Deere tractors and equipment
• Discuss the origins of the club, its mission, and its role in connecting enthusiasts

Origins and Development of the John Deere Model "D" Tractor

• Introduce the John Deere Model "D" Tractor as a pivotal point in the company's history
• Give us context of agricultural machinery in the early 20th century
• Explore the factors that led to the development of the Model "D" Tractor
• What’s the significance of the letter “D”

Technological Innovations and Features

• Dive into the key technological innovations and design features of the Model "D" Tractor
• What was cutting edge at the time?
• Engine specifications, power output, and mechanical advancements
• Big Horse?
• How it contributed to increased efficiency and productivity for farmers
• The Model "D" Tractor revolutionized farming practices at the time
• What accompanied the “roll out” of the D?
• Tillage tools, etc…

Cultural and Societal Implications

• Was there ever societal impact of the Model "D" Tractor on rural communities
• Did it influenced the way farmers worked, lived, and connected with one another
• What were the tractor's role during wartime efforts and its contributions to food production

Legacy and Evolution

• Explore the lasting legacy of the John Deere Model "D" Tractor in agricultural history
• How subsequent tractor models built upon the innovations of the Model "D"
• Highlight any collector or enthusiast communities that celebrate and preserve these tractors
• What makes a tractor special or collectible?
• How do those looking to collect learn about the process?
• Preservation and Restoration
• Talk about the efforts to preserve and restore Model "D" Tractors today
• What about the one that is here at the FPS
• Resources for listeners interested in learning more about restoration or acquiring their own Model "D"

What else did we miss?

• Are there other models of JD tractors that played the same role?
• What’s the next big anniversary coming up with Deere?

• What do you enjoy most about farming or working with farmers?