WATERLOO, Iowa — Deere & Co. on Wednesday announced another 101 layoffs at its Waterloo Operations. Affected employees' last day of work will be Oct. 17.

Waterloo Operations includes Tractor Operations, Drive Train Operations, Drive Train West and Engine Works.

An additional 40 workers will be idled at the Des Moines Works in Des Moines, with their last day of work on Oct. 31.

The announcement comes after 238 employees at three factories were laid off in August, including 71 in Waterloo whose last day is Friday.

The company notified employees Wednesday morning. It attributed the move to decreased demand and lower order volumes. Production schedules at each factory vary to align with seasonal farming needs. When fewer orders come in, each factory adjusts accordingly.

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