Cary, North Carolina, United States: John Deere and Pinehurst Resort have finalised a long-term agreement, naming the manufacturer as its Preferred Equipment Provider.

As a part of the agreement, Revels Turf & Tractor, one the largest John Deere golf and turf distributors, will provide equipment service and support for the machines used to maintain the nine renowned Pinehurst Resort courses including, flagship Course No 2 and Cradle Short Course.

“We are honoured to enter this long-term agreement with Pinehurst Resort, one of the most iconic golf destinations in the world,” said Manny Gan, Director of Global Golf at John Deere, an Executive Member of the Asian Golf Industry Federation.

“John Deere is committed to leading the industry in technology and precision turf solutions. Since entering the golf industry in 1987, our commitment to golf has resulted in our equipment being used by the best golf courses in the world, which now includes, Pinehurst Resort,” added Gan.

Bob Farren, Director of Golf Course & Grounds Management at Pinehurst Resort, said: “This agreement will unite the rich legacies of Pinehurst Resort and John Deere.

“Pinehurst is well known as a premier golf destination, with a reputation of delivering championship conditioning levels for not only Major championships but for its members and guests as well. 

“Our agronomy team looks forward to working alongside John Deere and Revels Turf & Tractor to leverage the top equipment and turf solutions to deliver a best-in-class golf experience to every guest at Pinehurst Resort for years to come. 

“We are excited to see and be part of what the future may hold as we work together to create solutions that will benefit the turf industry.”

Pinehurst Resort has built a storied reputation in the golf industry, hosting more single golf championships than any other site in North America.

As a part of this agreement, John Deere and Revels & Turf and Tractor will help support with marquee events, including the 2024 and 2029 US Open championships as well as hosting the John Deere World Championship in 2022.

In addition to the use of the John Deere equipment at Pinehurst Resort, the agreement will also allow the brand and the golf destination to partner on other industry growth initiatives, such as Green Start Academy.

Moving to Pinehurst Resort for its 2021 programme, Green Start Academy, held in partnership with John Deere, Bayer, and Rain Bird, will invite 50 of the brightest assistant superintendents from across North America to Pinehurst, for a unique educational and networking experience.