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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.

AS-Motor launches ride-on, RC mower

AS-Motor launched its AS 940 Sherpa 4WD RC at GIE+Expo in Louisville, Ky., Oct. 18-20. The AS 940 Sherpa is a ride-on rough-terrain mower that can also be operated using a professional remote control transmitter within a range of 300 yards. The mower is designed for the many areas where mowing can be unsafe, including […]

Husqvarna updates portfolio, launches fleet service

Husqvarna is releasing an update to its portfolio at the GIE+EXPO in Louisville, Ky., Oct. 18-20. The line includes updates to wheeled, handheld, battery-powered and accessory products. The company is also launching its cloud-based Fleet Services system in early 2018, which connects lawn and tree care operators and their entire fleet of machines. “As the masters of […]

SafetyWatch: Trim safely

To run a trimmer safely, operators must wear various pieces of personal protection equipment. These items include safety glasses with side shields; ear plugs or muffs; gloves, if conditions call for them; pants; a shirt or jacket that fits firmly with no strings, frills or dangling straps; and approved safety shoes or boots with nonslip […]

Editorial Advisory Board: October 2017

What’s one “fundamental” all landscape company owners should focus on—no matter how long they’ve been in business? Landscape Professionals Richard Bare Arbor-Nomics Turf Norcross, Ga. “Cash flow!” Chris Joyce Joyce Landscaping Cape Cod, Mass. “Continually try to look at your company through the eyes of your employees and customers.” Adam Linnemann Linnemann Lawn Care & […]

Illustrations: David Preiss

Step by Step: How to get Landscape Industry Certified

The Landscape Industry Certified distinction is awarded by the National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP). Certified pros are required to maintain their designations by reporting 24 continuing education units every two years. There are several different areas of certification. Contractors should choose the specialty endorsement that best suits their needs. A Landscape Industry Certified Manager […]

Efficiency Tip: Compost to save

After years of paying a separate entity to pick up and dump its recyclable materials, Brian-Kyles Landscapes of Distinction in Lorain, Ohio, came up with a better solution: cut out the middle man. Now a Class 4 U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) composting facility, Brian-Kyles saves 3-5 percent annually by recycling its own sod clippings, […]

Recommender: Fertilizers

What fertilizer is your go-to and why? James Romanowicz Owner, A New Creation Landscaping Peoria, Ill. “I prefer LESCO products because (SiteOne Landscape Supply) employees are very knowledgeable and take all the guesswork out of fertilizer and pesticide applications, allowing me to focus more on my customers and my business’ other needs.” Troy Elam Owner, […]

Caterpillar plans to enter UTV market

Ahead of the 2017 GIE+EXPO in Louisville, Ky., Caterpillar unveiled plans to enter the utility vehicle (UTV) market. The company has entered into a manufacturing and supply agreement with Textron Specialized Vehicles (TSV), a division of Textron Inc., and will offer UTV models sold through participating Cat dealerships starting in 2018. “We are excited about our […]

Magna International donates $100K to Project EverGreen’s Detroit park renovation

Magna International contributed $100,000 to Project EverGreen to support the national nonprofit organization’s efforts to renovate a Detroit park. Pingree Park spans 18 acres in a multigenerational neighborhood on Detroit’s East Side. The renovation work was determined with support from community groups and will include: Improving the natural grass surface through grading, aeration, overseeding and […]

illustrations: David Preiss

Step by Step: How to build a retaining wall

Retaining walls can add beauty to a landscape, enhance the value of a property and retain slopes to create usable, level ground. For stability, all retaining walls should be constructed with the thickness equal to one half of the wall’s overall height and should be built leaning back toward the slope about 2 inches per […]

Conserva Irrigation expands after signing 4 franchise agreements

Conserva Irrigation signed four new franchise agreements in Houston, Scottsdale, Ariz., Lexington, Ky., and Richmond, Va., as part of its goal to expand its national footprint. The new franchise owners include: Jim Driscoll at the Houston location; Keith Ortega in Scottsdale; Jeff and Toni Schuck in Lexington; and Hoa and Natalie Nguyen in North Richmond. […]

Haven Technologies unveils ISOtunes PRO

Haven Technologies, a manufacturer of safety products, unveiled the ISOtunes PRO, Bluetooth earplugs designed for the workplace. The manufacturer calls the product, which is compliant with Occupational Safety and Health Administration standards, “hearing protection employees want to wear.” ISOtunes PRO features a 27-dB noise reduction rating and a 10-plus hour rechargeable battery. Its maximum volume is […]

Buyers Products releases new SnowDogg EXII, HDII, TEII and VXFII series plows

Buyers Products released its next generation SnowDogg plows, including the EXII, HDII, TEII and VXFII Series plows. According to the company, the new plows include jack-free mounting and dismounting with QuickMount II, dynamic scraping and even edge wear with Floating A-Frame, extended ground clearance, increased transport height and a municipal-style single-chain lift. “The evolution of […]

Harvest the Green Partners to help owners buy, sell businesses

The Harvest Group has created Harvest the Green Partners, a group dedicated to helping business owners buy and sell their businesses. According to the company, Harvest the Green Partners is focused on building a business that has value. Joining the Harvest team is Alison Hoffman, a landscape industry entrepreneur who brings 20 plus years of […]

Your guide to lawn care early order programs

Are you thinking about participating in early order programs? To make your life easier, we compiled a list of suppliers who offer them. The Andersons DG/SG Bundle Promotion URL: AndersonsPlantNutrient.com/turf/DGSGpromo Deadline: Feb. 15, 2018 Aquatrols     Turf Bucks URL: Aquatrols.com/TurfBucks/ Deadline: Nov. 30, 2017 BASF     2018 Early Order Program URL: BetterTurf.Basf.us/eop/eop/ Deadline: Dec. […]

NALP’s Leaders Forum to take place in Punta Cana

The National Association of Landscape Professionals’ (NALP) Leaders Forum, an executive-level education and networking event, will take place at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, on Jan. 25-28. “Attendees love this event. They talk about the intensive peer learning and relationship building as some of the biggest benefits,” said Sabeena […]

EPA recognizes Toro with WaterSense award

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recognized The Toro Co. with the 2017 WaterSense Excellence Award. Toro was presented the award at the WaterSmart Innovations Conference in Las Vegas on Oct. 5. “Toro is committed to developing innovative irrigation solutions and outreach efforts to help our customers efficiently use water,” said Phil Burkart, vice president of […]

Yellowstone Landscape expands in Texas

Yellowstone Landscape, headquartered in Bunnell, Fla., expanded with a new location in Austin, Texas. “We’ve been targeting an expansion into Austin for a number of years now,” said Tim Portland, CEO of Yellowstone Landscape. “We’re extremely proud of our longstanding client relationships in the greater Houston area. Many of our clients also own or manage properties […]

Anuvia partners with Vereens Turf

Anuvia Plant Nutrients partnered with Vereens Turf, a regional fertilizer formulator in the Southeast, to distribute Anuvia’s GreenTRX to Vereens’ golf, sod, lawn care and landscape customers. “We live in a world where resources are at a premium, and sustainability is of the utmost importance,” said Hugh MacGillivray, executive vice president of Anuvia Plant Nutrients. […]

Preliminary research shows Holganix reduces nematodes

Holganix released preliminary results from research underway on Holganix technology and nematodes at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. The nematodes being studied include pathogenic root-knot and soybean cyst nematodes. While studies are still ongoing, preliminary results have shown a 75 percent reduction in pathogenic nematodes with Holganix technology in a lab setting and a […]

Monster Tree Service reports 250% three-year growth

Monster Tree Service, a Fort Washington, Pa.-based tree service franchise, projects 30 percent growth in 2017. The company has added key industry partners such as Franchise Fastlane and 919 Marketing to accelerate continued growth. Monster Tree Service’s CEO Josh Skolnick says the franchise system expects to award 100 franchise territories over the next four years. […]

Project EverGreen assists Detroit-based nonprofit

Project EverGreen, the Cleveland-based nonprofit that works to raise awareness about the benefits of green space and often renovates green spaces in urban areas, made good on its promise to assist the winners of its “Our Winning Green Space Contest.” The lucky Detroit-based nonprofits are In Memory Community Garden and the Warrendale Community Organization. “We entered […]

Bayer rolls out new insecticide for landscape ornamentals

Environmental Science, a business unit of the Crop Science division of Bayer, will launch its Altus insecticide in October at GIE+EXPO, which will be held Oct. 18-20 in Louisville, Ky. Altus offers broad-spectrum control of sucking pests, including whiteflies, aphids, leafhoppers, mealybugs, psyllids, scale and lace bugs. Classified by the Environmental Protection Agency as a […]

Aspire to release V4.0

Aspire Software Co., a provider of landscape business management software, will release its latest version, Aspire V4.0, at GIE + EXPO 2017. The release party will take place Oct. 19 at the Hyatt Regency Louisville at 2:30 p.m. The new version is available to all users. It features: Smartphone site-walk app; Equipment management; Construction AIA; and Snow […]

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