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Penn State Extension brings Tree Climbing School to Harrisburg

A Tree Climbing School course from Penn State Extension was recently made available in Harrisburg, Pa., for the first time.

Irrigation Association names Nathan Bowen as its new advocacy director

The Irrigation Association named Nathan Bowen as its new advocacy director. Bowen has experience working with federal and state agencies on policy goals.

Former Vermeer CEO Bob Vermeer dies

Robert “Bob” Vermeer died at 78. He served as CEO and board chair as well as president of the company’s Vermeer Charitable foundation.

John Deere G-tier compact wheel loader

John Deere introduces three G-tier compact wheel loaders

John Deere launches its new G-tier line of compact wheel loaders which offer performance for tight job sites and intuitive controls.

New turfgrass from NC State offers drought and shade tolerance

Sola, a new cultivar from North Carolina State University offers shade and drought tolerance and resistance to gray leaf spot and chinch bugs.

LMN and Horizon Distributors announce partnership

Landscape Management Network (LMN) and Horizon Distributors have partnered to connect the Horizon catalog to the LMN marketplace.

Fairway Lawns’ expansion in Florida continues

Fairway Lawns’ growth in the Sunshine State continues with its latest acquisition of Plant-It-Earth and Pest Control of Plant City, Fla.

Central Turf and Irrigation Supply opens first Indiana location

Central Turf and Irrigation Supply expands its Midwest footprint with the opening of its first Indiana store, in South Bend.

Orion Group, LMI Landscapes announce partnership

Orion Group announces a new partnership with LMI Landscapes, making LMI Orion’s third partner in the commercial landscape industry.

ExperiGreen Lawn Care gets new private equity backing

ExperiGreen Lawn Care is receiving new private equity backing from Huron Capital. ExperiGreen’s executive leadership will reportedly remain in place.

BrightView continues growth in Boise with latest addition

No. 1 on 2022 LM150 list continues a pattern of growth with the addition of Syringa Landscape, the second operation in the Boise, Idaho, market.

4 million California residents urged to stop outdoor watering for 15 days starting Sept. 6

The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California calls for more than 4 million Southern Californians to stop outdoor watering for 15 days.

Rachio survey shows value of smart sprinkler controllers

Rachio surveyed more than 1,000 homeowners to learn how water restrictions impact or will impact their outdoor water use habits.

New webinar from Jeffrey Scott highlights how to retire in place

A new quarterly deep dive from LM columnist Jeffrey Scott will discuss how to “Retire in Place” and plan for the business to carry on.

Yanmar's new Vi017 mini excavator. (Photo: Yanmar Compact Equipment)

New mini excavators from Yanmar offer enhanced comfort

Yanmar Compact Equipment’s new generation ViO17 and ViO25 mini excavators offer strong performance along with increased operator comfort.

Landscape Management Network hosts in-person business development workshops

Landscape Management Network’s in-person workshops kick off in September. Discussions will center on building a better landscaping business.

ARA projects strong growth for equipment rental

Data from the American Rental Association’s quarterly report points to revenue growth in rentals of equipment and general tools.

Vectorworks webinar to discuss net-zero water landscapes

An upcoming webinar from Vectorworks, where attendees can earn continuing education credits, will focus on net-zero water and stormwater landscapes.

Online landscape skills courses available from Penn State Extension

Penn State Extension opens enrollment to its two new online landscape skills courses, which discuss green infrastructure and proper plant identification.

ASV Yanmar-Powered RT-50

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ASV Holdings Inc. introduces a new generation of the company’s RT-50 Posi-Track® loader, now powered by a Yanmar engine. The new machine boasts an impressive-for-its-size 53.8 horsepower, up a full 8% from the previous model. The repowered RT-50 also offers improved serviceability, allowing owners to have the Yanmar engine serviced at ASV dealers. In addition […]

SavATree continues pattern of growth with latest merger

Addition of Barrett’s Tree Service in Vermont is company’s eighth move this year and first branch in the Green Mountain State.

Real Green’s Suite of Integrated Solutions

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Real Green’s suite of integrated solutions will help you streamline operations, increase profits, grow your business and boost customer satisfaction. Our software was created by green industry professionals, for green industry professionals – built with your needs in mind. We understand your business because that’s where we started back in 1984. Almost 40 years and […]

Tree Care Industry Association expo set for November

The Tree Care Industry Association’s annual TCI Expo will welcome thousands of participants in Charlotte, N.C., Nov. 10-12.

Metco Landscape to lay off hundreds

Colorado-based Metco Landscape has reportedly announced its permanent closure with layoffs affecting more than 300 employees.

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