John Deere distribution and warehouse center coming to Hebron

Contributed By: The 411 News

Gov. Mike Braun announced John Deere plans to construct a warehouse and distribution center in Lake County.

The company recently broke ground on the new facility that is expected to create approximately 150 jobs.

John Deere will invest $125 million to construct and equip a 1.2 million-square-foot warehouse and distribution center on 234 acres in Lake County near the Lowell-Hebron area. Gov. Braun said, “The facility will be designed to streamline operations and ensure timely delivery of parts to customers and dealers. Strategically located just off Interstate 65, the new facility will enhance the company’s supply chain capabilities nationwide.”

Deere’s expansion to Indiana is part of its commitment to invest $20 billion in U.S. manufacturing over the next 10 years, supporting American manufacturing and the communities that help drive the nation forward.

"John Deere's new facility in Lake County will contribute to the county’s overall economic development and provide economic opportunities for both the county and its residents," said Lake County Councilwoman Christine Cid, D-5th. “Once the facility is complete, it will provide good-paying jobs. We welcome developments along the Interstate 65 corridor, such as John Deere, that help contribute to a more resilient commercial tax base throughout the county."

“This new facility is an investment in customer expectations around world-class product support through parts availability for our US-based agriculture, turf, construction, forestry, mining and turf customers,” said Denver Caldwell, vice president, Aftermarket and Customer Support at John Deere. “Indiana’s strong workforce and central location make it an ideal choice for expansion.”

The company, with headquarters in Moline, Illinois, was founded in 1837, helping produce food, fiber, fuel and infrastructure for nearly 200 years. The company is committed to driving innovation in agriculture, construction, forestry, turf, power systems and more.

Based on the company’s job creation plans, the Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC) committed an investment in John Deere of up to $2,500,000 in the form of incentive-based tax credits. These incentives are performance-based, meaning the company is eligible to claim state benefits once investments are made and employees are hired.

Lake County is offering additional incentives to support the project.

Story Posted:01/28/2026