Author: LM Staff

LM StaffNov 9, 2023

The Professional Landcare Network (PLANET) named members of the 2014/2015 PLANET Academic Excellence Foundation (PLANET AEF) board of directors. They are as follows. Officers: President—Tom Fochtman, Ceibass Venture Partners, Arvada, Colo.; VP—Miles Kuperus Jr., Farmside Landscape & Design, Sussex, N.J.; Immediate past president—Jim McCutcheon, HighGrove Partners, Austell, Ga.; and Secretary/treasurer—Mark Meister, John Deere, Cary, N.C. […]

LM StaffAug 16, 2023

Environmental Science, a division of Bayer CropScience, rolled out its Backed by Bayer app. Free for download on iPhone and iPad devices, the app provides solutions and preventative tips to combat weeds, turf diseases and pests.  “Increasingly, lawn care operators are being asked to take on responsibilities that go way beyond the traditional scope of […]

LM StaffAug 2, 2018

  Petro-Canada Lubricants, a Suncor Energy business, added Brad Palmer as a new account manager to the Civitas team. “It’s an exciting time to be joining the Civitas team,” Palmer said. “The growth of Civitas over the past years has been impressive, and I look forward to working with the team to develop this even […]

LM StaffNov 3, 2023

In “An ‘unprecedented’ dilemma” from the May 2014 issue of Landscape Management, we interviewed Lori Roman, president of the Salt Institute, about the reasons for what appeared to be a salt shortage this winter and how to better prepare for such occurrences in the future. Roman, among other experts, pointed to stockpiling as the most efficient means […]

LM StaffAug 15, 2023

Nemetschek Vectorworks launched the Vectorworks Design Scholarship program, offering up to $10,000 in cash prizes, among other awards, to college students across all design disciplines. Students have until 11:59 p.m. EST July 30 to apply at www.vectorworks.net/scholarship. “Students represent the next generation of creative potential, so we launched this program to help them achieve their professional goals,” said […]

LM StaffAug 2, 2018

According to its Annual Green Roof Industry Survey, Green Roofs for Healthy Cities (GRHC) discovered a 10 percent growth rate for green roofs in 2013. “We are pleased to see the continued expansion of the green roof market,” said Steven Peck, GRHC founder and president. “The industry’s continued growth is fuelled by the multiple public […]

LM StaffAug 14, 2023

As part of a four-part series on sustainable irrigation and business opportunities, Hunter Industries and Ewing are sponsoring a webinar, titled “Building a Profitable and Green Sustainable Company,” May 14 from 11 a.m. to noon PDT. Hosted by Judith Guido of Guido & Associates, the webinar is the second installment in the series, and it […]

LM StaffMay 8, 2014

Arbor-Nomics Turf was named one of  “Atlanta’s Best and Brightest Companies to Work For” in 2014. The company received the designation as part of the Best and Brightest Companies to Work For competition, which honors companies in seven regions that perform excellently in their human resource practices and employee enrichments. Organizations were assessed on communication, […]

LM StaffNov 9, 2023

The North American Occupational Safety and Health (NAOSH) Week is held May 4–10, and the Professional Landcare Network (PLANET) is pointing the Green Industry toward some of its resources as part of the celebration. The organization encouraged landscape professionals to partake in its free safety program, available in English or Spanish to anyone in the industry. The […]

LM StaffFeb 27, 2023

The North American Equipment Dealers Association (NAEDA) named Kioti Tractor, a division of Daedong-USA, a gold level status award recipient in 2014. The gold level status award recognizes manufacturers that have achieved exceptionally high dealer rating levels as part of NAEDA’s manufacturer recognition program. Kioti was one of eight tractor manufacturers evaluated by more than […]

LM StaffFeb 27, 2023

E-Z-GO, a Textron company, acquired TUG Technologies Corp., a manufacturer of ground support equipment in the aviation industry. Augusta, Ga.-based E-Z-GO acquired TUG, located in Kennesaw, Ga., from Jacobson Partners, a private-equity firm based in New York, which had owned the company since January 2005. Post-acquisition, TUG’s products will continue to be manufactured at its […]

LM StaffMay 5, 2014

Select Source welcomed Lisa Alexander as its newest customer engagement and marketing specialist. Alexander will serve as an extension of the field sales team while also coordinating marketing activities across the company. “We’re excited to be able to utilize Lisa’s background in customer service, her familiarity with the industry and experience in similar roles with […]

LM StaffNov 9, 2023

The 2014-2015 board of directors for the Professional Landcare Network (PLANET) began its fiscal year May 1. Installation of the new board took place during PLANET’s Great Escape in Anaheim, Calif.  Three new officers were named at that time, including Jim McCutcheon of HighGrove Partners, Austell, Ga., being dubbed president of the board. “I am […]

LM StaffMay 5, 2014

In step with the launch of MyExmark.com, Exmark made QR code scanning technology linkable to the site to give landscape maintenance professionals the ability to learn more about their machines and in quicker time. “We launched MyExmark.com to help our customers manage their equipment more efficiently and effectively, and to keep equipment operating at peak […]

LM StaffMay 5, 2014

There’s a growing optimism about current economic conditions in the irrigation industry, according to a recent survey by the Irrigation Association (IA). The survey, conducted annually by the IA to gauge the state of the industry, provided that 70 percent of respondents indicated total sales in 2013 were greater than those in 2012. More than […]

LM StaffAug 15, 2023

Arborjet launched its inaugural “Taking Root” scholarship program, which will provide 10 graduating high school seniors $1,000 scholarships to pursue full-time studies in forestry, plant sciences, horticulture, entomology, environmental science or a related major at an accredited two-year or four-year college. “We hope to have parents, educators and the tree care community join us in […]

LM StaffAug 2, 2018

FMC Professional Solutions is offering a $10 instant rebate on every bottle of Blindside herbicide purchased by turf managers May 1 through June 30. No forms are required to receive the rebate. Blindside provides control or suppression of postemergence weeds, including doveweed, dollarweed and buttonweed. A dual-action herbicide, Blindside works through foliar and root uptake […]

LM StaffAug 15, 2023

The Propane Education & Research Council (PERC) and Stoltzfus Farm Service hosted a propane mower demo day at Longwood Gardens in Kennett Square, Pa., March 19. The demonstration was PERC’s award to Cochranville, Pa.-based Stoltzfus, which won it via a drawing at the 2013 GIE+EXPO—equipment dealers who visited PERC’s booth had the opportunity to sign […]

LM StaffNov 9, 2023

Workshops and related events have been solidified for the 2014 GIE+EXPO and Hardscape North America (HNA), scheduled for October 23-24 at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. The GIE+EXPO workshops are samples of more extensive education curricula offered at the show by its sponsors: Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI), Professional Grounds Management Society (PGMS) […]

LM StaffAug 16, 2023

Dow AgroSciences unveiled a new leadership structure for its North American businesses. Effective May 1, Rajan Gajaria assumed the new role of global leader, North America and Latin America. Gajaria began his career with Dow in India in 1993 and moved to the company’s headquarters in Indianapolis in 1999. His Dow career includes a variety of […]

LM StaffAug 16, 2023

Hendrix Progressive Fuel Technologies is now offering propane conversion kits. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)-certified kits are available for nine engines in three block sizes, commonly used on commercial mowers: Kawasaki 852cc – FX-751V / FX-801V / FX850V Kawasaki 726cc – FX730V / FX691V / FX651V Kawasaki 603cc – FS481V / FS541V / FS600V The […]

LM StaffMar 19, 2021

Ditch Witch bestowed awards to three salesmen: John Smith of the Ditch Witch Southwest dealership, located in Odessa and Lubbock, Texas; James Patterson of the Ditch Witch Sales of Michigan dealership, based in Howell and Grandville, Mich.; and Richard Knight of Ditch Witch of North Carolina, located in Garner, N.C. A member of the Ditch […]

LM StaffApr 29, 2014

Lowe’s and Porch unveiled their strategic partnership will expand to every Lowe’s store across the U.S. by May 5, positioning Porch as an in-store resource in more than 1,700 stores. “Our partnership with Porch demonstrates Lowe’s commitment to offer more ways to help our customers find solutions throughout the home improvement journey,” said Jay Rebello, VP for new business development and corporate […]