(Radio Iowa) More than 10-thousand John Deere workers remain on strike. Fifty-five percent of U-A-W members have rejected a second contract offer from Deere and Company. Radio Iowa’s O. Kay Henderson reports.

This is the first strike at John Deere in 35 years and comes as the world’s leading farm equipment maker ends its fiscal year with record profits. In a written statement, Deere’s chief administrative officer said the offer would have significantly enhanced wages and benefits. The U-A-W issued a short statement, saying the strike will continue as union representatives discuss next steps with the company.