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Equipment dealerships/colleges partner for diesel technician degree

Sue Roesler
Aug 14, 2023
Aug 14, 2023

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The Leading Edge Equipment team welcomes Amy Larson, along with her parents, to the John Deere tech program in Michigan.

Leading Edge Equipment tech Jim McLaurin guides recent John Deere Tech Program graduate Brady Lee in the Devils Lake shop.

Ty Gilbertson works as part of Leading Edge Equipment's John Deere tech program.

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The Leading Edge Equipment team welcomes Amy Larson, along with her parents, to the John Deere tech program in Michigan.

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Careers that are rewarding enough to entice high school students to stay in agriculture – and that pay well – are key to keeping the industry strong in rural communities.

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