Did John Deere ever merge with catepillar?

No, JOHN DEERe and Caterpillar have never merged. Both companies are prominent in the agricultural and construction equipment sectors, respectively, but they operate independently. They have distinct product lines and market focuses, with John Deere primarily known for agricultural machinery and Caterpillar for construction and mining equipment. While they may compete in certain areas, they have maintained their separate identities throughout their histories.