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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.

Kubota adds RTV, mowers to product line

Kubota Tractor presented an addition to its RTV-X Series line, three new commercial walk-behind gas-powered mowers and the ZB Series line of zero-turn diesel-powered mowers. RTV-X Series The new RTV-X1140 features a Kubota K-Vertible cargo conversion system, which transforms the vehicle from two passengers and a large cargo bed to four passengers and a cargo […]

Cub Cadet unveils Pro Z zero-turn at GIE+EXPO

Cub Cadet displayed its new Pro Z 100 Series Zero-Turn mower at the GIE+EXPO in Louisville, Ky., Oct. 21-23. “Landscape professionals need equipment that shows up ready to work hard—all day, every day with no exceptions,” said Emily Sword, Cub Cadet director of brand marketing. “To deliver on that, we built added strength into every aspect […]

DeWalt expands battery-powered line

DeWalt expanded its offering of professional-grade battery-powered Outdoor Power Equipment at GIE+EXPO in Louisville, Ky., Oct. 21-23. The expansion adds a 40v Max Brushless Backpack Blower and 40v Max Brushless Chainsaw to the existing 40v Max system from DeWalt. The 40v Max Brushless Backpack Blower generates up to 450 cubic feet per minute (CFM) of […]

Dixie Chopper updates Silver Eagle zero-turn series

Complete with a World War II tank, live bald eagle and more, Dixie Chopper’s “Chopper Army,” a military-themed marketing campaign, returned to GIE+EXPO in Louisville, Ky., Oct. 21-23. But it wasn’t all fun and games for Dixie. The company also released its 2016 product lineup, which featured updates and cosmetic enhancements to its existing zero-turn, […]

New mowers, blowers and software for Husqvarna

Husqvarna displayed its three latest mowers, a battery-powered blower and a pre-production fleet management software at GIE+EXPO in Louisville, Ky., Oct. 21-23. Mowers The company introduces its latest addition to its M-ZT Series Zero-Turn mower lineup—the Husqvarna M-ZT61 EFI. The mower features a 27-hp fuel injection, rugged 2-inch by 3-inch heavy-duty steel frame and commercial […]

Exmark releases propane mower, expands options

Exmark released its UltraCut Rear Discharge cutting deck, added a 60-inch version of its Vantage S-Series Propane stand-on rider and expanded its suspended operator platform at GIE+EXPO in Louisville, Ky., Oct. 21-23. UltraCut Rear Discharge Exmark will offer its UltraCut Rear Discharge cutting deck as an option on the Lazer Z X-Series zero-turn riding mower […]

Jacobsen unveils nine products

Jacobsen unveiled nine new products at GIE+EXPO in Louisville, Ky., Oct. 21-23. The company launched the Jacobsen Professional Series, which includes three lines of zero-turn mowers and seven different models of utility vehicles. “The GIE+EXPO is the ideal launching point for our new Professional Series of mowers and utility vehicles and our message to the […]

Civitas Weedfree Brand Concentrate launches

Intelligro, the lawn care and agriculture operating brand of Suncor, launched Civitas Weedfree Brand Concentrate at GIE+EXPO earlier this month. The product is shipping within the continental U.S., except California. It’s a hybrid selective herbicide, which the manufacturer said controls weeds with less active ingredients compared to traditional three-way herbicides, no offensive odor and a […]

Cat releases bucket, straight snow push

Caterpillar unveiled new work tools designed to manage snow removal at GIE+EXPO in Louisville, Ky., Oct. 22. The Material Handling Bucket and Straight Snow Push attach to a cat skid-steer, compact track, multi terrain, compact wheel, backhoe and small wheel loaders. Material Handling Bucket The 102-inch Material Handling Bucket, model 2591, is the largest offering […]

Oregon released two cutting systems

Oregon Products released its Gator SpeedLoad Cutting System and the SpeedCut Bar and Chain Cutting System at GIE+EXPO in Louiville, Ky., Oct. 23. Gator SpeedLoad Cutting System The Gator SpeedLoad Cutting System’s integrated head and disk line system simplifies the replacement of the trimmer line by removing winding, spooling or cutting line. “The Gator SpeedLoad Cutting System […]

GIS Dynamics unveils Go iLawn update

GIS Dynamics, maker of Go iLawn and Go iPave property measuring software, released version 19.4 of its Go iLawn software. Go iLawn 19.4 update includes a 360-degree continuous image rotation, a new overlay of property parcels on map and a new overlay of roads and road names on property map. With only one Go iLawn […]

Kichler debuts 2016 landscape lighting options

Kichler introduced the 2016 line of landscaping lighting options, including accent, path and deck lights, bollards and transformers. “The products we’re unveiling for 2016 have been crafted with immense resiliency to best serve our customers,” said Scott Pesta, product manager, landscape lighting, Kichler. “The lighting not only enhances the security of properties, but helps customers enjoy […]

Honda introduces multi-purpose system

Honda Power Equipment introduced the VersAttach Multi-Purpose System. The VersAttach System offers two powerhead models, the UMC425, powered by a Honda GX25 Mini 4-Stroke engine, and the UMC435, powered by a GX35 Mini 4-Stroke engine. Each model can be paired with an optional interchangeable edger, line trimmer, blower, hedge trimmer, pruner and cultivator that fit […]

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John Deere releases 2016 Gator XUV 825i Special Edition

John Deere released the XUV 825i Special Edition Gator, featuring two integrated cargo tool boxes for carrying tools or supplies and LED roof lights for added visibility. “The Special Edition Gator was designed for those customers who require additional storage to complete the task at hand, day or night,” said Mark Davey, John Deere marketing […]

Pavestone launches mobile app

Pavestone launched an interactive mobile app at Hardscape North America. “Based on the current marketplace, timing for our mobile app couldn’t be better,” said Ed Fioroni, Ph.D., vice president marketing and sales for Pavestone. “In this competitive environment, defining a project and selecting the right products are critical for success. Our mobile app makes that process […]

Belgard unveils new brand identity

Belgard unveiled its new brand identity and logo at the 2015 Hardscape North America (HNA) conference.   “This new brand initiative reflects Belgard’s evolution to become more than a company that creates beautiful, timeless and durable products but one that is synonymous with outdoor living,” said Jackie Paulsen, marketing director of Belgard. “We believe that outdoor […]

Gravely redesigns Pro-Turn mowers

Gravely revealed a redesigned series of Pro-Turn 200 and Pro-Turn 400 commercial zero-turn mowers at GIE+EXPO in Louisville, Ky., Oct. 22. According to the company, the new Gravely Pro-Turn 200 and 400 series feature smarter components, a smoother ride and more intuitive controls. “As we step into our 100th year of business, we couldn’t be […]

Cat intros Hand & Foot control, mulching heads

Caterpillar introduced two new products, a Hand & Foot control for its Cat D Series loaders and two new mulching heads, at GIE+EXPO in Louisville, Ky., Oct. 22. The Cat Hand & Foot Controls option will be available for the 226D, 232D, 236D, 242D, 246D and 262D skid steer loaders; for the 257D, 277D and 287D […]

Efficiency tip: Keeping track

After two instances of equipment theft, Level Green Landscaping, based in Washington, D.C., invested in a GPS system for its 70-vehicle fleet. “Our trucks would get stolen, and we’d find the truck and trailer days later with all the equipment missing,” says Owner Doug Delano, whose company does mostly commercial work and will bring in […]

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Vista releases T3 LED lamp model

Vista Professional Outdoor Lighting has added an additional model to its line of LED lamps. The new T3 LED Lamp model, LNT3-2.5-W-S-LED, features an axial pattern that projects in line with a fixture’s body, making it well-suited for use with soft area lights or soft projectors. “By adding this new T3 LED model, we’re giving […]

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Registration opens for Green & Growin’ 16

Green & Growin’ 16, the annual education conference and marketplace that draws in nearly 5,000 green industry professionals across the country, will be held Jan. 11-15, 2016, in Greensboro, N.C. Over the course of the five-day event, Green & Growin’ 16 provides attendees the opportunity to learn, buy and connect with peers and vendors. This […]

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Bobcat unveils new spreader

Bobcat has broadened its utility vehicle attachment line with a new spreader, available for model year 15 3400, 3600 and 3650 utility vehicles. This is the first spreader attachment designed for use with select Bobcat utility vehicles, and is specially fitted for the cargo box. The spreader is mounted in the utility vehicle’s cargo box […]

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Bobcat intros Tier 4-compliant compact track loader

Bobcat released a Tier 4-compliant, 700-frame-size compact track loader. The Bobcat T740 is powered by a diesel engine that is less than 75 horsepower and does not require a diesel particulate filter (DPF), selective catalytic reduction (SCR) or diesel exhaust fluid (DEF). Bobcat T740 compact track loaders use a diesel oxidation catalyst to meet Tier […]

Scotts restores damaged football field

After a chemical mishap destroyed their home field, the senior football players for the Green Wave of St. Edward Central Catholic High School in Elgin, Ill., were forced to play the last month and a half of their final season on the road. Fortunately, Scotts Miracle-Gro stepped in to ensure the underclassmen don’t face the same […]

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