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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.

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Stihl launches photo contest with $17K in prizes

The contest invites Stihl customers to submit a photo or video that shows their enthusiasm for the company along with a personal story.

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Pro Landscape+ adds AI tools to its design software

This release features three advanced AI-powered tools designed to remove repetitive tasks and enable professionals to work more efficiently.

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Bobcat highlights National Vehicle Theft Prevention Month

In 2024, Neuroject reported that heavy equipment theft costs the North American construction industry between $300 million and $1 billion annually.

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HD Hyundai to merge construction equipment divisions

Both the Hyundai and DEVELON brands will continue to operate alongside each other.

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Drafix Software integrates Moasure with Pro Landscape+

Drafix Software, creators of the PRO Landscape+ design software, announced that PRO Landscape+ is now fully compatible with Moasure.

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AOLP honors Jimmy Kidd for revitalizing veterans memorial in Owensboro

This award recognizes outstanding lighting design that highlights an outdoor feature, such as water elements, statuary, gardens, walkways or memorials.

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Bobcat strengthens executive team with new CMO and marketing promotions

Bobcat Co. has appointed Laura Ness Owens as its first chief marketing officer (CMO). The move, effective July 1, 2025, marks a significant shift in the company’s approach to global marketing and brand management. Ness Owens, who joined Bobcat in 2003, brings extensive experience in marketing, communications and brand management. Her appointment comes as the […]

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Bobyard releases a new AI tool for landscapers

Bobyard released a feature that automates one of the most tedious parts of preconstruction: calculating square footage from landscaping plans.

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Plant Development Services to introduce new plant varieties at Cultivate 2025

The company’s latest introductions emphasize a range of hues, from deep, dramatic foliage to soft pastel blooms, offering landscapers and gardeners innovative options for small spaces, containers, and hedges.

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MindCloud launches on Jobber Marketplace

The integration is expected to benefit thousands of Jobber-powered businesses, providing scalability and operational confidence.

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Applications open for NALP’s Safety Recognition Awards

To apply, provide your 2024 safety data, including the number of vehicle accidents, injuries/illnesses and days away from work, to the NALP online submission form.

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Unilock expands Paving the Future Scholarship to architecture students

The scholarship has awarded $225,000 to students in landscape architecture, construction and related fields.

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PHTA to review ANSI/APSP/ICC-3 standard for residential spas and swim spas

The PHTA-3 SWC will revise the standard, providing recommended minimum guidelines for the design, equipment, operation and installation of permanently installed residential spas and swim spas.

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Subsite unveils new ground penetrating radar system lineup

The GeoRanger XR series is made to identify shallow and deep utilities, including those without tracer wires, in a single pass.

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Finn launches new MBM3 material blower

This fully redesigned successor to the BB302 represents a substantial leap forward in performance, reliability and innovation.

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MindCloud’s growth fueled by Employee Happiness platform

By making Employee Happiness a top priority, MindCloud has achieved more than 300-percent growth.

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NALP’s Renewal and Remembrance unites landscape pros in Washington, D.C.

For nearly 30 years, Renewal and Remembrance has seen landscapers donate their time, skills and equipment to honor America’s veterans and public servants.

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Munro launches smart pressure booster for residential irrigation

This 3/4 horsepower unit comes assembled with the pump and smart controls mounted on a compact stand

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Electric avenue: Landscape Management’s Seth Jones grabbed a photo with Richard Ogawa of Gardenland Power Equipment and Towa industries during a visit to Northern California for the annual Zero-E Expo, which showcased the latest battery-powered and robotic products. (Photo: LM staff)

LM Gallery: June 2025

Check out the cool places and friendly faces the LM team saw during their recent trips!

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Experts reveal their top software and technology picks in the industry

Experts talk about technologies and software features in the landscaping industry.

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Wiedenmann expands into landscape market with turf management tool

Recently, Wiedenmann North America has turned its attention to the professional landscape market.

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Kubota appoints new leaders to drive global growth

Stucke will oversee global operations and strategy in Japan, while Alex Woods becomes KTC president and continues leading KNA supply chain management.

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Fairway expands with Simply Green acquisition in Atlanta

The company’s commitment to prioritizing customers aligns seamlessly with Fairway’s focus on service excellence and is reflected in their client loyalty.

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