Author: LM Staff

LM StaffNov 9, 2023

The Professional Landcare Network (PLANET) created a supplier advisory council, which will provide guidance to the PLANET board of directors about important issues facing the Green Industry. Comprised of nine supplier members from diverse market segments of the industry, council members were appointed by the PLANET president to serve a three-year term. The council replaces […]

LM StaffJan 28, 2014

The Oregon Department of Agriculture (ODA) released findings on its investigation into bumblebee deaths at multiple sites in Oregon last spring. In June, the ODA issued a temporary rule restricting the use of products containing the active ingredients dinotefuran and imidacloprid in the wake of four separate incidents. One of these incidents involved a foliar […]

LM StaffAug 15, 2023

On July 10, The Toro Co. will celebrate its milestone of completing 100 years in business. And as part of its centennial celebration, the company is highlighting its innovation and achievements over the years in the form of a timeline available at www.toro.com/100. Toro’s yearlong celebration of its 100th anniversary provides an opportunity to look […]

LM StaffJul 31, 2018

Laytonsville, Md.-based Ruppert Landscape promoted Jim Tuzzolino to branch manager of its Gainesville, Va., branch. As branch manager, Tuzzolino will be responsible for the overall development and health of the branch including strategic planning, budgeting, training and higher education and all day-to-day operations. He has more than 15 years of industry experience, eight of which […]

LM StaffNov 8, 2022

The Andersons, located in Maumee, Ohio, added Ferti Technologies, based in Saint-Michel, Canada, to a patent infringement suit initiated in December. The suit, filed in the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida, involves three patents related to dispersible granular fertilizer technology. Ferti Technologies is the fourth party cited in the suit along […]

LM StaffAug 14, 2023

Tierra Verde Landscape, located in Orange County, Calif., was awarded a Trophy Award from the California Landscape Contractors Association (CLCA) for excellence in maintaining a large HOA community, the Waterfront Community Association in Huntington Beach, Calif. “Our team is proud to be honored again with a CLCA statewide award,” said Steve Beckstrom, vice president at […]

LM StaffJan 30, 2014

Landscape Leadership, and inbound marketing agency for Green Industry clients, named Paige Worthy its full-time client services director. Founder and President Chris Heiler made the announcement in a blog post on the company’s website. Worthy has served previously as the managing editor of Scranton Gillette Communications’ Lawn & Garden Retailer, GPN and Big Grower magazines, in addition to experience as […]

LM StaffJan 24, 2014

The Association for Manufacturing Excellence (AME) honored Stihl, based in Virginia Beach, Va., with a 2013 Manufacturing Excellence Award. “Recognizing organizations that are implementing lean manufacturing and management processes is one of the highlights of our conference,” said Paul Kuchuris, AME president. “It allows us to highlight businesses that improve their bottom lines and customer […]

LM StaffJul 31, 2018

Agri-Turf Distributing, Santa Fe Springs, Calif., opened for business as a supplier to professional pest, turf/ornamental and vegetation management professionals in Southern and Central California. Rich Records, a former executive at Target Specialty Products, is president of the newly formed Agri-Turf Distributing and a 35-year veteran in the California specialty market. He is joined by […]

LM StaffAug 15, 2023

Franklin Equipment, a New Holland dealer, opened a new location in Newcomerstown, Ohio, its fourth in the state. This new branch offers equipment rentals and new/used equipment for construction, landscaping, oil and gas businesses. Parts and service for any equipment brand are available. “We’re excited to open this branch,” said Tony Repeta, general manager of […]

LM StaffAug 15, 2023

Project EverGreen, a Mentor, Ohio-based nonprofit organization, elected its 2014 officers and board of directors. Bill Vogel, CEO of Spring Valley, begins a two-year term as Project EverGreen’s board president. Mike Sisti, owner of a Weed Man USA franchise, moves to the role of immediate past president. “Michael steered us through a critical period in […]

LM StaffJan 21, 2014

As part of its sponsorship of the AMSOIL World Championship Snowmobile Derby, CASE Construction Equipment is auctioning off a new SR175 skid-steer loader. Proceeds will benefit the United Way. The skid-steer is autographed by Derby champions dating back to the first event in 1964, won by Stan Hayes when he was 13 years old. The […]

LM StaffJul 31, 2018

Ruppert Landscape, located in Laytonsville, Md., expanded its Pennsylvania operations to include a new branch in King of Prussia, Pa. “The Pennsylvania, Delaware and New Jersey market is a vibrant area with a lot of great customers,” said Phil Key, president.  “We are fortunate to be in a position to expand with a new branch […]

LM StaffNov 9, 2023

Learn how to effectively price your landscape projects in today’s economy. One of the nation’s most highly regarded landscape industry consultants, Frank Ross, provides hands-on explanations, how-to examples and formats, and more insight on how to deal with today’s competition. Topics include packaging your prices, valid pricing methods and the tools you need to price […]

LM StaffJan 17, 2014

The Grounds Guys jumped 86 spots on Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500 list in 2014, rising to No. 213. The rankings are compiled by comparing almost 900 eligible franchise opportunities based on a brand’s financial strength, stability, growth rate and size. “As a brand, we have had such a strong start,” said Chris Elmore, president of The […]

LM StaffAug 14, 2023

Richard Cohen Landscape & Construction, located in Orange County, Calif., was awarded the Stuart J. Sperber Memorial Sweepstakes Trophy Award for Best of Show in the state of California from the California Landscape Contractors Association (CLCA). Richard Cohen Landscape also was recognized in the lighting category.  The awards were given in recognition of its work […]

LM StaffAug 15, 2023

As part of an environmental and product stewardship initiative, FMC Corp. produced videos demonstrating proper guidelines for liquid pesticide applications as well as step-by-step application suggestions for its Talstar Professional Insecticide, outdoors and indoors. Now live on the FMC Turf YouTube channel, “How to Properly Apply Liquid Pesticides” and “How to Properly Apply Talstar Professional […]

LM StaffJan 20, 2014

University trials prove Katana Turf Herbicide controls grassy and broadleaf weeds with postemergent and some preemergent activity. Highly selective in Bermuda, zoysia, centipede and buffalo grasses and seashore paspalum, Katana controls a much broader spectrum of grassy and broadleaf weeds than other products of its type – especially in cooler weather. www.pbigordon.com

LM StaffJan 16, 2014

JCB’s North American dealer network expanded with the addition of JCB of Miami, formerly known as E.R. Truck & Equipment Corp. The dealership now will represent the full line of JCB construction equipment—including new, pre-owned and rental models—and provide JCB parts and service in Miami. Since it opened in 1995, the dealership has grown into […]

LM StaffJan 15, 2014

Thornton Landscape, located in Maineville, Ohio, added Dan Lynch to its team as a landscape design sales manager. With more than 26 years in the industry, Lynch will assist primarily residential customers as they plan and design their outdoor environments. “My goal is to get clients—all of the decision makers—here to Thornton Landscape to show […]

LM StaffNov 10, 2023

The Professional Landcare Network (PLANET) 38th annual Student Career Days is slated to take place March 20–23 at Colorado State University, located in Fort Collins, Colo. Registration is open now for companies to attend. Student Career Days attracts 850 horticulture and landscape students from more than 65 schools to test their skills in real-world, competitive […]

LM StaffJan 15, 2014

Smart Water Application Technologies (SWAT) released two revised testing protocols for public comment: Sprinkler Head Check Valves Version 2.1 and Spray Head Sprinkler Nozzles Performance Characteristics Version 3.0. Both  are open for public comment until Jan. 31. Sprinkler Head Check Valves Version 2.1 specifies the test methods used to validate manufacturer claims for the sprinkler […]

LM StaffJan 15, 2014

For its third straight year, Evanston, Ill.-based Nature’s Perspective Landscaping earned an Angie’s List Super Service Award. “Earning this award three years in a row demonstrates our company’s commitment to excellence,” said Tom Klitzkie, president. “Our employees made it possible, and I am very proud of each and every one of them.” Angie’s List Super […]

LM StaffAug 16, 2023

Through Agricultural Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Grants, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is putting nearly $500,000 toward three university projects focused on reducing the use of pesticides as well as protecting bees from pesticides. The Agricultural IPM Grant money will be divided among Louisiana State University (LSU), University of Vermont (UVM) and Pennsylvania State […]