The popularity of electric cars continues to grow, with global electric vehicle sales are up 63% compared to this time last year, according to a recent report from the research firm Canalys.
A post shared on Facebook claims John Deere, the world’s largest farm machinery manufacturer, is now attempting to pivot to electric.
"A close friend farms over 10,000 acres of corn in the mid-west," reads part of the Aug. 13 post. "The property is spread out over 3 counties. His operation is a 'partnership farm' with John Deere. They use the larger farm operations as demonstration projects for promotion and development of new equipment. He recently received a phone call from his John Deere representative, and they want the farm to go to electric tractors and combines in 2023."
The post, which has been shared more than 14,000 times, goes on to claim that John Deere is "being pushed by the lefty Dems in the government to force these electric machines on the American farmer."
The claim isn't true, though.
John Deere has no plan to offer fully battery-powered combines or large tractors.
"It simply isn't feasible," said Jennifer Hartmann, the director of public relations for John Deere.
USA TODAY reached out to several users who shared the post for comment.
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