Author: LM Staff

LM StaffAug 14, 2023

The Irrigation Association (IA) disclosed the winners of its 2014 awards, honoring individuals and organizations that have made significant contributions to the irrigation industry. Award recipients will be recognized during the general session at the 2014 Irrigation Show & Education Conference, Nov. 17 – 21, in Phoenix. The awards and honors committee reviewed 25 nominations this […]

LM StaffAug 15, 2023

For the 13th year, The Toro Co. and the NFL are giving college students a shot at preparing the playing field for the Super Bowl. The Toro Super Bowl Sports Turf Training Program aims to enhance the skills of emerging sports turf professionals through hands-on experience. This year, one student will be shipped to Glendale, Ariz., […]

LM StaffFeb 27, 2023

FMC Corp.’s 2014 Early Order Program is running through Dec. 12, featuring a new facet, the Build Your Own Bonus (B.Y.O.B.) program, and extended terms on turf and ornamental products. The early incentive provides participants an additional rebate of 50 percent off the base rebate for purchases of qualifying products until Oct. 31. The base […]

LM StaffNov 8, 2022

Hunter Industries promoted Stephanie Brownell to chief financial officer. Formerly the company’s tax director and corporate secretary, Brownell has been with Hunter since 1995 and has served on the board of directors since 2010. “We are pleased to announce this well-deserved promotion for Stephanie,” President Greg Hunter said. “She will provide critical strategic financial oversight […]

LM StaffAug 16, 2023

Netafim USA released a new mobile app for its landscape and turf catalog and price list. The app provides details on system layouts, product specifics and current pricing for Netafim’s complete line of drip irrigation and water conservation products. Users also can email pages directly from the app, locate a Netafim distributor, request assistance from a […]

LM StaffAug 14, 2023

The Irrigation Foundation bestowed its 2014 Excellence in Education Award to Michael Dukes, Ph.D., of the University of Florida (UF). Dukes will receive his award, formally, at the 2014 Irrigation Show & Education Conference in Phoenix during the general session Nov. 20. The Excellence in Education Award recognizes a person who actively teaches irrigation, water […]

LM StaffFeb 27, 2023

A week after its acquisition of The Stockyard Horticultural Supply, John Deere Landscapes (JDL) struck another deal, purchasing Boston Irrigation Supply Co. (BISCO). Terms were not disclosed. Established in 1985, BISCO offers irrigation products, landscape lighting goods, landscape products, golf course irrigation materials and pump systems. It has five locations in Massachusetts, Connecticut, New Hampshire and […]

LM StaffAug 14, 2023

Discounted, early-bird registration for the 2014 Irrigation Show & Education Conference is available through Oct. 17. Held Nov. 17 to 21 in Phoenix, the 2014 Irrigation Show brings back a heavy emphasis on education this year. Education sessions Attendees can earn continuing education units toward Irrigation Association (IA) certifications for each education session they attend. There […]

LM StaffFeb 27, 2023

SB Capital Partners acquired Aerations Only, the San Diego Union-Tribune reported. Aerations Only, located in San Diego, fixes on lawn aerations services, plus is a lawn care product distributor. Resulting from the acquisition, Aerations Only will operated under the name The Lawn Guys with expanded service offerings and new lines of landscaping products. For more on this […]

LM StaffOct 2, 2014

Takeuchi appointed Sam Schneider and Charmaine Greer to regional product manager and regional business manager, respectively. Overseeing equipment sales in the Southwest region, Schneider’s primary responsibilities include product training for dealer sales staff, assisting with equipment demonstrations and interaction with end users, among other duties. He has nearly a decade of managerial experience within the construction industry. […]

LM StaffNov 3, 2023

Following up the success of last year’s promotion for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Fisher Engineering looped a limited-edition pink XV2 V-plow into this year’s campaign, in addition to a limited-edition pink lift arm kit. Both items are available for purchase through Oct. 31, with Fisher donating $100 from the sale of each pink XV2 V-plow […]

LM StaffOct 1, 2014

Shivvers Manufacturing recalled its Country Clipper riding lawn mowers due to fire hazards—the ignition module can fail to ground, resulting in overheating and melting. The recall, pertaining to about 1,650 units in the U.S. and 261 units in Canada, involves model year 2012, 2013 and 2014 Country Clipper riding lawn mowers. Shivvers has received reports of four […]

LM StaffFeb 27, 2023

Case Construction Equipment named its 2014 Diamond Dealer recipients as a part of its North American Construction Equipment Partnership Program. The award recognizes dealerships in five categories: performance, marketing and communications, product support, parts support and training. This year’s winners include: State Equipment; J.R. Brisson Equipment; Kucera Construction Equipment; Redhead Equipment; Crown Power & Equipment; […]

LM StaffFeb 27, 2023

Massey Services purchased Baco Exterminating Services. Baco, located in Norcross, Ga., provides residential pest control, termite protection and lawn services to 30,000 customers in the greater Atlanta area. Established in 1995, the company has more than 60 team members operating out of offices in Norcross, Winder and Dallas, Ga. “We are pleased to welcome the Baco […]

LM StaffNov 9, 2023

Beginning in October, landscape professionals can earn double the incentive dollars available through the Propane Education & Research Council’s (PERC’s) Propane Mower Incentive Program. Through the end of the year, program participants can earn $2,000 toward the purchase of a new propane-powered mower and $1,000 toward a qualified conversion. “Our Propane Mower Incentive Program has […]

LM StaffSep 26, 2014

TruGreen agreed to pay $4.45 million to a class of plaintiffs alleging it violated the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) by making unsolicited phone calls on or after May 29, 2009, according to Law360. The $4.45 million fund will be used to pay up to $500 to each class member who submits a valid claim […]

LM StaffAug 15, 2023

Rain Bird Corp. elected to become an Irrigation Association (IA) platinum member. “For over 80 years, Rain Bird has been committed to solving the world’s toughest irrigation challenges,” said J.R. Bergantino, director of Rain Bird Golf and International. “By upgrading our membership to the platinum level, we can do even more to support IA’s efforts promoting education, […]

LM StaffAug 15, 2023

The Toro Co. brought back its “Green Spaces Makes Great Places” grant program for a second year. The program awards a total of $15,000 to communities and nonprofits nationwide to go toward landscape improvements. “Every day, we work to help customers enrich the beauty, productivity and sustainability of their outdoor environments,” said Judson McNeil, manager […]

LM StaffSep 26, 2014

Gachina Landscape Management, located in Menlo Park, Calif., hired Chad Sutton as the organization’s new water resource manager. Sutton brings 14 years of experience in business development, sales and operational management. He spent the last six years as a water conservation sales manager in San Rafael, Calif., where he created a division focused on irrigation […]

LM StaffFeb 27, 2023

Tom Cromwell, president of Kohler Engines since 2009, assumed responsibility for Kohler Co.’s worldwide power operations, reporting directly to David Kohler, president and COO. As the new group president of Kohler Power, Cromwell will provide strategic and operational leadership for the group’s engines and power systems businesses worldwide. He will be responsible for driving the […]

LM StaffAug 14, 2023

The Irrigation Association partnered with the California Polytechnic State University’s Irrigation Training & Research Center to offer a series of online courses. Each new course qualifies for continuing education units (CEU). Topics include: Basic Soil-Plant-Water Relationships (2 CEUs); Distribution Uniformity & Precipitation Rate (1.5 CEUs); Evapotranspiration (1 CEU); Irrigation System Components (3 CEUs); Landscape Irrigation […]

LM StaffSep 24, 2014

A new sales software for landscaping business is making headlines, per ARLnow.com. Launched in February 2013, Describeit allows contractors to create proposals, take online payments and track analytics. “Most of the people we’re targeting are entering the industry more recently,” CEO Ryan Yanchuleff said. “Gen Y is very tech savvy, and a very large segment […]

LM StaffFeb 21, 2024

The Propane Education & Research Council (PERC) debuted “Straight Talk,” an online video case study series featuring interviews with landscape professionals across the country about their experiences using clean, American-made propane. Each of the six “Straight Talk” videos features a different landscape contractor or fleet manager discussing how propane meets their business needs. The videos […]

LM StaffSep 24, 2014

Dixie Chopper stayed busy this summer, giving back to local communities through equipment donations and honoring active and retired hometown heroes. In August, it donated a Classic 3360W to Shady Oaks Camp, a special needs facility in Homer Glen, Ill. Shady Oaks, which spans 30 acres, provides children and adults with cerebral palsy and other […]