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LM Staff

LM Staff

Landscape Management's staff brings together collective experience in journalism, research, writing, and editing. Our team stays tapped into the pulse of the industry, covering a wide range topics with a commitment to delivering compelling stories and high-quality content.

Ditch Witch revamps its parts-lookup tool

Ditch Witch released the Ditch Witch Parts Lookup, an advanced version of its web-based tool designed to help customers find the service parts they need. “The new Parts Lookup automatically connects customers to their preferred dealer to easily communicate service parts requests,” said Shan Kirtley, vice president of sales at Ditch Witch. “This simplifies the […]

Graham Spray Equipment intros new compartmented spray unit

Graham Spray Equipment introduced the GSE 600-gallon spray unit. The spray unit features a 400/200–gallon compartmented tank that enables one spray rig to service multiple grass types requiring different chemical treatments. Dual pumping stations allow two technicians to apply different treatments at the same time. “This is a significant increase in efficiency on routes that […]

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Highlights from the 2017 LM Growth Summit

1. Turfco reps demonstrate their equipment in the Outdoor Demo area at Reunion Resort. 2. Seven industry experts, including NALP’s Bob Mann (right), address Summit attendees during a breakfast panel discussion. 3. Some attendees enjoyed an afternoon golf tourney on Reunion’s Palmer course. 4. Kent Kohn of Pro-Motion Consulting and attorney Kara Youngblood offer their […]

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Recommender: Mobile apps

What mobile apps do you use for irrigation and why? Jason Steele Owner, Steele’s Landscapes Wichita, Kan. “I mainly use the Rain Bird mobile app because of the presence of Rain Bird controllers in my area. This app works well.” Jeremiah Ewing Owner, Ground Effects Lawn & Landscape Denton, Md. “I like the Hydrawise app […]

Labor Tip: Recruit with video

Employee video testimonials are one way companies are branding themselves as a great place to work, according to the article “Attract Talent by Telling Your Employees’ Stories” on the Society for Human Resource Management website. These short videos, which may populate career websites or web pages, blogs and social media accounts, seek to turn corporate […]

NALP and OSHA Alliance present construction course

The National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP) partnered with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Alliance to launch the 10-hour OSHA Construction Course for the Landscape Industry. “We are pleased to have created this industry-specific 10-hour course that will provide comprehensive job site safety training that would be beneficial to all landscape industry companies,” said […]

Industry professional Dan Pestretto to host free webinar

Green industry professional, Dan Pestretto, will present a free webinar entitled “5 Steps to a Business that Works for You.” An introduction to the Landscape Business Owners Masterminds Peer Groups, the hour-long webinar will outline a model of how to develop a business and grow as a leader. The webinar will be repeated every Thursday […]

SiteOne to distribute Pro-Trade Lighting line

SiteOne Landscape Supply will distribute Pro-Trade Lighting products, a new line of professional-grade LED lamps and lighting solutions for landscape contractors. “The new Pro-Trade line gives contractors another fantastic option in low-voltage lighting in addition to the many great brands we currently carry,” said Steve Counter, director of category management at SiteOne. The line features durable brass […]

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Web Extra: Snag yourself copies of the books highlighted at the 2017 LM Growth Summit

In this month’s cover story, we highlight some of the lessons learned at the 2017 LM Growth Summit, including a few tips on how to align your company culture to grow your business from Andy Bailey and other team members from Petra Coach. We came back from the Summit with more than knowledge; we also […]

Engage Agro USA becomes Belchim Crop Protection USA

On Jan. 1, Engage Agro USA became Belchim Crop Protection USA. The buyout of Engage Agro USA in May provided a platform toward global expansion of Belchim Crop Protection’s agrochemical and bio-based product portfolio and corporate brand, the company said. The new company headquarters will be located in Wilmington, Del., a desirable location due to […]

Rotolo Consultants acquires Massengale Grounds Management

Rotolo Consultants (RCI) acquired Massengale Grounds Management (MGM), a commercial landscape maintenance company with operations throughout south Louisiana. Terms of the deal, which took place in December 2017, were not disclosed. RCI is No. 42 on the 2017 LM150 list of top revenue-generating firms with $38,000,000 in 2016 revenue. Based in Slidell, La., RCI employs more than 600 people […]

Registration opens for NHLA’s 2018 Train the Trainer program

The National Hispanic Landscape Alliance (NHLA), will be offering its Train the Trainer program entirely in Spanish for the first time. The program will take place from Feb. 4-7 in Waldorf, Md., and will be taught by Pam Berrios, president of NHLA. Through the program, participants will gain new awareness, skills and knowledge of how […]

Kubota intros new UTVs

Kubota Tractor Corp. introduced six RTV-X1120 models of UTVs, to be available at Kubota dealerships in February. The RTV-X1120 features a three-cylinder, 24.8-gross-hp diesel engine. The engine and VHT-X transmission provide a top speed of 29 mph. With the switch of a lever, the hydraulic-lift (worksite models only) cargo box rises to dump materials, and […]

Case adds hydraulic pallet forks with nursery sleeves

Case Construction Equipment expanded its skid-steer and compact track loader attachment line with the addition of the hydraulic pallet forks with nursery sleeves. The forks transition easily between standard and nursery fork configurations, making them ideal for those who deal with both palletized materials and live nursery stock. The forks also help protect the integrity […]

Landscape Workshop acquires Henkel Denmark

Landscape Workshop completed the acquisition of Henkel Denmark, based in Lexington, Ky. With this expansion into Kentucky, Landscape Workshop will now have nine branch locations throughout the Southeast. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. Henkel Denmark was founded by Bill Henkel and Gordon Denmark in 1999. In addition to commercial landscape maintenance, Henkel Denmark’s […]

Pavestone, Tremron unveil new product designs

Pavestone, a Keystone Hardscapes producer and manufacturer of segmental concrete products, introduced four new pavers to its CityStone series. The new additions to the CityStone line include the following: CityStone Demi 6cm Incorporates an equal-quantity combination of units of 4 by 4 in., 8 by 8 in. and 8 by 12 in.; Designed for light […]

Oregon unveils new saw chain

Oregon Products released the PowerCut 70-Series EXL, an evolution of the LGX 3/8-inch professional saw chain for 50-100cc chainsaws. “This upgraded saw chain is a prime example of how we’re working with industry professionals to best meet their daily needs,” said Brendan Griffin, global product manager for Oregon Products. “The full chisel cutter is very […]

Web Extra: Get a copy of Mel Kleiman’s book, “267 Hire Tough Proven Interview Questions”

Interested in Mel Kleiman’s book, “267 Hire Tough Proven Interview Questions”?  It just so happens we have a few copies lying around at Landscape Management headquarters, and we’d like to give them away. All you have to do is share with us one of your own human resources-related issues and how you and your company […]

Industry consultant Jeffrey Scott names winners of 2017 Mighty Oak awards

Six lawn and landscape companies across the U.S. were awarded Jeffrey Scott’s 2017 Mighty Oak, based on their performance as a business leader and outstanding achievements made by their landscape companies. The honorees, who belong to Scott’s Leader’s Edge peer groups, were chosen for the awards by their peers. Criteria for winning this award are: […]

Case kicks off business development contest

Case Construction Equipment is now accepting entries for the Case Kickstart Contest, a business development contest where landscaping contractors can win prizes designed to take their company to the next level. To enter the contest, landscape contractors must answer basic questions about their operation and describe how they would evolve their services by winning the […]

Monster Tree Service expands in central Texas

Monster Tree Service, a Fort Washington, Pa.-based tree service franchise, continues to build on its rapid three-year franchise system growth. Austin, Texas, businessman Marcus Roach has purchased the rights to five Monster Tree Service territories in central Texas. Roach will be based in the capital city and will launch his first territory in early February. “I’ve […]

John Deere expands WorksitePro lineup with new roll-out bucket offerings

John Deere is expanding its lineup of Worksite Pro attachments with the introduction of its new roll-out bucket offerings: the RB72, RB84 and RB96. Optimized for G-Series compact track loaders and K-Series compact wheel loaders (RB84 and RB96 only), these buckets provide an additional 34 inches of dump reach when fully extended. “From loading tall […]

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Step by Step: Tips for routine mower maintenance

It’s important for contractors to perform regular maintenance on mowers to ensure their machines perform at peak levels for as long as possible. Routine mower maintenance is also a good way to identify minor issues that can be repaired quickly and inexpensively before they become major problems. There are a number of regular maintenance items […]

Case intros airless radial tires for skid-steer loaders

Case Construction Equipment released the Michelin X Tweel SSL All-Terrain (AT) Airless Radial Tires as a factory-approved and supplied option on all skid-steer loader models. The Michelin X Tweel SSL is a single unit, replacing traditional tire, wheel and valve assemblies and eliminating the need for wheel and tire mounting equipment. With no air pressure […]

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