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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.

Toro and Steel Green reach legal settlement

The Toro Co. and Steel Green Manufacturing have settled their litigation and agreed to issue the following joint statement. In March 2018, The Toro Company announced its acquisition of substantially all of the assets of L.T. Rich Products, Inc., a Lebanon, Indiana-based manufacturer of stand-on, zero-turn sprayers and spreaders marketed under the trade name “Z-Spray.” […]

Cleveland-based company acquires Robin Autopilot

Fahey Group, a Cleveland-based advisory firm, acquired Robin Autopilot, a rapidly growing pioneer in robotic mowers for the U.S. market. Robin Autopilot mowers are battery-powered, programmable and energy- and cost-efficient. They can be used daily to keep a lawn trimmed to a precise length, resulting in a healthier, more attractive landscape, with pollution-reducing benefits equivalent to […]

Irrigation featured at White House event

Irrigation was featured at the White House during the third annual Made in America product showcase, the Irrigation Association (IA) said. For this event, businesses from each of the 50 states are invited to display their products made and produced in the U.S. T-L Irrigation, a center pivot manufacturer located in Hastings, Neb., represented the […]

Editorial Advisory Board: July 2019

How should landscape pros handle negative reviews — even during the busy season? Landscape Professionals Richard Bare Arbor-Nomics Turf Norcross, Ga. “We are always apologetic in our reviews and let them know that we will be out to rectify any mistakes the same day. If they are anonymous, I sometimes offer $500 if they call […]

Bill Roddy, Bob Byrne and Craig MacGregor (Photo: Seth Jones)

LM Gallery: July 2019

A couple of snapshots that depict where the LM team has traveled over the past couple of months, including the OPEI annual meeting, SIMA and more. The great outdoors At the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI) annual meeting in June, LM Group Publisher Bill Roddy, Bob Byrne, Sheffield Financial, and LM Associate Publisher Craig MacGregor […]

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Buyers Products launches new SnowDogg online experience

Buyers Products announced the launch of a new way to browse its SnowDogg snow plows online. The new SnowDogg landing page allows users to quickly find a snow plow that fits their vehicle. All that’s required is for users to enter their vehicle’s make, model and year, as well as a few other key details, […]

John Deere announces new registered apprenticeship program

John Deere received approval from the U.S. Department of Labor for its new registered apprenticeship program and is making it available to its agriculture and turf, as well as its construction and forestry dealers. The program will help address a widespread shortage of service technicians, especially in rural areas across the country, by providing dealers with […]

Belgard releases new porcelain paver line

Belgard unveiled its newest product line: Belgard Porcelain Pavers. Manufactured in Nashville, Tenn., the latest addition to Belgard’s catalog of products is available for for the 2019 building season. “Belgard Porcelain Pavers are the first of their kind to be produced in the U.S., and we are excited to make these products available to our […]

Vermeer commemorates a year of rebuilding efforts after tornado

Vermeer Corp. held the groundbreaking for a monument commemorating the buildings destroyed by an EF3 tornado last July, while celebrating the rebuilding of Vermeer Mile in Pella, Iowa. “The tornado was the greatest challenge Vermeer has ever faced. I am incredibly proud to say our team has turned it into an opportunity. Not only are […]

Vectorworks accepting applications for design scholarship

Vectorworks Inc. is inviting undergraduate students and recent college graduates to enter the Vectorworks Design Scholarship. Applicants that share their best work will have the opportunity to win up to $10,000, gain professional recognition and propel themselves into a bright future of design, the company says. Submissions are now open and due by Aug. 29, 2019. […]

PERC releases video of propane mower use

The Propane Education & Research Council (PERC) released a new online video featuring footage captured by GoPro cameras shot from the equipment operator’s point of view to show what it’s really like to use a propane commercial mower.                                “We were looking for a fun way to show equipment fleet managers, department directors and professional landscapers what […]

SiteOne to host Women in Green Industry event

SiteOne Landscape Supply will host the 23rd annual Women in the Green Industry conference this year held in Tucson, Ariz., Sept. 19-22. Registration is now open to attend the four-day, women-focused professional development event. “We stand behind helping women advance in the landscaping industry,” said Amber Baker, division marketing manager, west for SiteOne Landscape Supply. […]

Juniper Landscaping acquires assets of Coast to Coast Landscaping

Juniper Landscaping, a landscape service provider based in Fort Myers, Fla., has acquired the assets of Coast to Coast Landscaping, along with its affiliated companies. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Juniper Landscaping came in at No. 22 on the 2019 LM150 list with $71 million in 2018 annual revenue. The Coast to Coast […]

Mini excavator operator (Photo: Greenius)

SafetyWatch: Operating a mini excavator

Things to know and rules to follow when operating a mini excavator. Know the machine’s limitations and operating characteristics. Never overload it. Always wear the seat belt, if equipped. If the mini excavator is equipped with a foldable rollover protective structure (ROPS), do not fasten the seat belt when the ROPS is in the down […]

BioPro line of products receives registration approval in California

Eleven products from Arborjet and Ecologel in the BioPro Technologies line were approved for use in California. The BioPro line was originally developed by The Toro Co. in 1994 as a collection of specialty liquid nutrients, designed to provide prescriptive fertility options based on soil analysis and tissue testing. Over the years, the line has changed hands, grown and evolved. […]

NALP initiates national search for next CEO

The National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP) has initiated a national search to identify its next CEO. The organization’s board of directors has identified the experiences and competencies that will be sought in the new staff leader and created an extensive position description to recruit candidates interested in serving the professional lawn and landscape industry, those […]

Warren Gorowitz joins Hunter Industries

Warren Gorowitz will join Hunter Industries after two and a half decades at Ewing Irrigation & Landscape Supply.

Cheetah Pro herbicide receives approval in California

Nufarm Americas announced the approval of Cheetah Pro nonselective herbicide in California. Cheetah Pro provides fast and effective control of grass, sedge and broadleaf weeds in a variety of turf settings, the company said. Previously approved in 46 states, Cheetah Pro will be available to California distributors in 2-by-2.5-gallon units and 30-gallon drums beginning mid-July […]

BrightView launches property maintenance interface

BrightView Holdings announced the launch of BrightView (BV) Connect, an interface for property maintenance engagement. BV Connect virtually connects the customer with BrightView’s service team to deliver an effortless experience with seamless property management. This continuation of BrightView’s family of client-facing solutions is a web application that enables customers to submit and track requests for […]

Polaris Ranger partners with Mark Bowe to intro Craftsman Collection

Polaris Ranger introduced the Ranger Accessory Collections campaign focused on helping Ranger owners get even more out of their machines. The company partnered with master craftsman and host and producer of DIY Network’s Barnwood Builders, Mark Bowe for its Craftsman Collection. “For two decades Polaris Ranger has served as an invaluable workhorse for craftsmen, ranchers […]

ASV, Yanmar reach definitive merger agreement

ASV Holdings has entered into a definitive merger agreement with an affiliate of Yanmar Holdings (Yanmar). “We are excited to announce this value-maximizing transaction with Yanmar,” said Andrew Rooke, chairman and CEO of ASV. “Yanmar is a strong strategic buyer for ASV. Yanmar shares our vision to provide the highest-quality products, values the long legacy […]

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SnowDogg to release new generation of snow plows

Buyers Products announced a new generation of SnowDogg snow plows designed for half-ton trucks like the Ford F-150, Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and the RAM 1500. The new MDII and VMDII snow plows feature full-power hydraulic blade angling and robust grade 50 steel frames. Features like the floating A-frame, municipal-style chain lift and standard 304 stainless steel […]

HNA reveals 2019 conference speakers

Hardscape North America unveiled its seven conference session speakers and topics to be held during the 2019 Hardscape North America.

Ike’s teams up with Garden Sales Associates

Ike’s Farm, Home and Garden brand teamed up with Garden Sales Associates of Indianapolis. The partnership will increase access to Ike’s products for farm, garden and independent nursery locations throughout the Midwest region. Ike’s is a new brand of products designed to enhance the gardening experience, inspired by a man and his lifelong passion for […]

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