The FTC’s lawsuit against John Deere is shaking up the ag industry, challenging restrictions on repair tools and software. In this episode, intellectual property attorney Luke Mohrhauser joins host Peter Jaques to break down the legal battle, its impact on farmers, intellectual property rights, and what it means for software-controlled industries.

From the Gutenberg press to the DMCA, we trace the history leading up to this case and explore whether this lawsuit could spark a new era of open-source repair solutions. Don’t miss this two-part deep dive—plus an amateur farmer’s take next week!

Hear the full show: https://iowapodcast.com/FTC-filing-against-john-deere