Gift ideas for those who love agricultural machines
It is the season for giving, but what do you get for those in the family who love agricultural or earthmoving machines? Well, many of the top brands offer lifestyle products, which include a wide range of clothing and shoes, as well as scale models and other collectable items. We have compiled a list of some of our favourite products.
John Deere Green Plaid No-Sew Fleece Throw
After a long day on the farm, there is nothing better than getting wrapped up in a fleece blanket and hopping up into the cab. Why not make that a reality with the John Deere Fleece Throw?
John Deere Logo Barn & Silo Salt and Pepper Set
Add some flavour to your kitchen with what is undoubtedly one of our favourite items on this list. It would be a perfect way to bring farming life into your country kitchen!
John Deere Tractor-Opoly Board Game
This game lets you discover the story of John Deere, which features the company’s tractors throughout history. It’s perfect for those popular candlelit South African evenings, to help the family pass the time.
John Deere Tractor Toddler Backpack
Of course, we can’t forget the little ones, and this backpack is that rare combination of cool-to-kids and adorable-to-parents. The perfect gift for your tractor-loving little one heading off to school.
John Deere also offers a host of other items such as coffee flasks, a wide range of branded clothing, belts, hats, socks, and even key-rings.
Virtual Farming
Live the farming life from the comfort of your living room with Farming Simulator, a farming simulation video game. The locations are based on American and European environments, where players are able to farm, breed livestock, grow crops and sell assets created from farming. You can buy tractors and other implements, to help grow your farm as you progress through the levels.
Caterpillar
Another company that has built a lifestyle brand is Caterpillar (or CAT, as it is known). Just like John Deere, the earthmoving machine company has a wide range of products available. Consumers around the world, many of whom have never had an experience with their products, purchase approximately 35 million officially licensed CAT merchandise items every year. These items include:
Clothing — Hats, shirts, and jackets
Footwear — Boots, shoes, sneakers and sandals
Toys — Push- and ride-on bikes, plush toys, and books
Scale Models — Current products, special edition models, heritage products, and model kits
Gifts & Accessories — Key chains, pens, drinkware, books, DVDs, phones, phone- and tablet cases, coolers
Work Gear — Tool storage, knives, battery chargers, flashlights, and work gloves
With such a wide range of products available, you are bound to find something that will put a rather big smile on the face of those who love these brands - even if that person is you...