Author: LM Staff

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 […]

LM StaffFeb 27, 2023

  John Deere Landscapes (JDL) appointed Doug Black to CEO. Black joins JDL from Atlanta-based Oldcastle, a $12.6 billion building materials manufacturer and distributor and subsidiary of CRH, which is a supplier to JDL. “Doug is a proven leader and a world-class business builder who understands JDL’s business model,” said Paul Pressler, chairman of JDL […]

LM StaffAug 14, 2023

On April 15, more than 350 Ewing Irrigation employees and partners converged at St. Philip the Apostle Catholic School in Dallas to renovate a campus irrigation system and build a football field, community garden and outdoor entertainment area. The undertaking was part of Ewing’s second annual PRIDE Project. “As part of our community outreach efforts, […]

LM StaffNov 9, 2023

Type #PLANETDOS into your Facebook or Twitter search bar and you’ll see evidence the Green Industry was busy on Earth Day, April 22. Off screen, the evidence was in the form of around 90 projects completed in 24 states at an estimated value of $400,000 as part of the Professional Landcare Network (PLANET) Day of […]

LM StaffApr 24, 2014

The Ditch Witch of Oklahoma & Arkansas dealership was bestowed the Top Electronics Dealer Xcellence Award. “The Top Electronics Dealer Xcellence Award exemplifies our dealerships’ exceptional efforts to provide customers with expertise, service and products to prevent accidental damage underground,” said Tiffany Sewell-Howard, CEO of The Charles Machine Works (CMW), manufacturer of Ditch Witch products. […]

LM StaffAug 16, 2023

Houzz revealed results from its 2014 Spring Landscaping Trends Study. Conducted in March, the study surveyed more than 4,500 respondents who are Houzz users in the midst of, or are planning, a landscape update. It showed 56 percent of homeowners are making updates to improve their yards for entertaining and 55 percent to solve issues […]

LM StaffApr 22, 2014

ECHO and Shindaiwa ranked at gold level status in the North American Equipment Dealers Association’s (NAEDA) annual Manufacturer Relations Survey. The designation recognizes manufacturers who have achieved exceptionally high dealer ratings in categories such as product quality, technical support, parts availability, marketing and advertising support and others. The level is determined from the results of […]

LM StaffAug 15, 2023

With National Park Week being celebrated April 19-27, the Propane Education & Research Council (PERC) highlighted some of its efforts to help the National Park Service (NPS) reduce its carbon footprint. In 2013-2014 alone, PERC donated more than $250,000 worth of clean, fuel-efficient, propane-powered equipment to four national parks. Blue Ridge received a $76,000 equipment donation, […]

LM StaffAug 14, 2023

A new proposed rule published in the Federal Register April 21 by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Army Corps of Engineers could significantly affect homeowners’ and professionals’ ability to treat property near any water with fertilizers and pesticides, according to Responsible Industry for a Sound Environment (RISE). Washington, D.C.-based RISE is the national […]

LM StaffNov 9, 2023

The Professional Landcare Network (PLANET) Academic Excellence Foundation (AEF) tagged Zachary Johnson as the recipient of its 2014 Outstanding Educator of the Year Award. Developed in cooperation with the PLANET Accreditation Committee the award recognizes professors who have made significant contributions to landscape industry education. Johnson, an associate professor of landscape design and contracting at […]