Jack Buzzard Joins Deere to Support Global Water Initiative

Deere & Co. hired Jack Buzzard as vice president of market development in support of the company’s recent entry into global water management. Buzzard will be responsible for developing and implementing business strategies and his hiring complements Deere & Co.’s recent acquisition of Roberts Irrigation Products; a company specifically chosen as a vanguard member of a developing global water platform for Deere.

“Hiring an industry leader like Jack Buzzard is part of the strategic growth plan developed in Deere & Company’s water initiative,” said Michael McGrady, Deere’s president for Precision Water. “As we rapidly grow our water business, there will be increased opportunities for talented people around the globe”.

Before joining Deere, Buzzard’s career included years of progressive experience at Rain Bird Corp. He served in a number of senior level responsibilities including vice president – Rain Bird International, vice president – Agri-Products Division, general manager Rain Bird Europe SARL, and new business development.

Buzzard also brings financial acumen he developed as a financial analyst for the Ford Motor Co. Additionally, he has served as president of the Irrigation Association and continues his support of the Association through active participation. Buzzard has a Bachelor's degree in economics and a Master's degree in business administration from the University of California Los Angeles.

Roberts Irrigation Products is a manufacturer of high performance plastic micro and drip irrigation products for the agricultural, nursery, landscape, and greenhouse markets headquartered in San Marcos, Calif.