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Control Solutions president, Mark Boyd, retires after 33 years

Mark Boyd retired on Sept. 1, 2025, after more than 33 years of visionary leadership.

Corey Fisher, director of vehicle engineering, overviews the OptimusZ line of mowing solutions. (Photo: LM Staff)

Greenworks unveils its full Optimus Crew lineup of electric equipment

The LM team made a trip to Tennessee to visit Greenworks Commercial and explore its full Optimus Crew lineup.

Photo: Toro

Companies in the News: Updates from Toro, Bobcat, Diamond Mowers and more

The latest news and updates from green industry companies, including Gro ‘n Sell, Toro, Diamond Mowers and more.

Photo: Mykyta Dolmatov/ iStock / Getty Images Plus/ Getty Images)

Massey Services and the Aeras Foundation donate tech tools to kids in need

Facilitated by Massey Services, the Aeras Foundation provided 20 iPads, 10 Chromebooks, 16 headphones and additional accessories.

Cornell says maintenance is done by the same crew of four every Monday. He says crew leader Valente Lopez and production manager Javier Belmontes deserve a massive shoutout for their proactive work and detailing on-site. (Photo: Monarch Landscape Management)

How Monarch Landscape Management transformed Belfiore condominiums

Monarch Landscape Management earned a 2024 NALP Gold Award for their landscaping efforts on this project.

HighHopes donated the plant material that was used in the Day of Service renovation. (Photo: HighGrove Partners)

HighGrove Partners gives back: Over 20 years of philanthropy and community service

HighGrove Partners goes to bat for kids in need during its Day of Service

Not so small: Large patch can ruin lawns if left unchecked. (Photo: Quali-Pro; Getty Images: DNY59 / E+, boschettophotography / iStock / Getty Images Plus)

Turf School: A guide to identifying and managing summer patch diseases

Test your knowledge on common
patch diseases in lawns

The parking area was updated for larger, modern cars and use. LoBello says the car in the driveway was loaned for this special photoshoot. (Photo: Tony Soluri)

Mariani Landscape’s award-winning restoration of a Frank Lloyd Wright residence

Mariani Landscape modernized a Frank Lloyd Wright-designed home and won a 2024 NALP Gold Award

Photo: Stihl

Companies in the News: Updates from Stihl, Isuzu, Ditch Witch and more

The latest news and updates from green industry companies, including Green Lawn Fertilizing, Stihl, Isuzu and more.

(Photo: Byrdyak/ iStock / Getty Images Plus/ Getty Images)

Conserva Irrigation co-founder wins 2025 Innovator Award

The 2025 IA Award recipients will be honored at the 2025 Irrigation Show and Education Week in New Orleans, Dec. 8-11.

(Photo: IPOPBA/ISTOCK / GETTY IMAGES PLUS/GETTY IMAGES)

SiteOne to host SiteOne University event in Round Rock, Texas

The event is Aug. 27 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., and the curriculum includes lighting, hardscapes, irrigation, business advice and more.

Logo: PHTA

PHTA to support national pool safety act

The VGBA aims to improve the safety of all pools and spas to prevent child drowning and entrapment.

Photo: Polaris

Polaris unveils 2026 off-road lineup, celebrates 40 years of all-terrain vehicles

Polaris’ latest lineup demonstrates a commitment to meeting rider needs while building on its American-engineered history.

Photo: Takeuchi

Takeuchi hosts media event to launch new compact track loader

LM got the chance to visit Takeuchi’s North American headquarters and training facility to test drive the TL11R3 CTL before its official launch.

Graphic: Courtesy of Davey Tree

Companies in the News: Updates from Davey Tree, Bobcat, Elite Landscape Division and more

The latest news and updates from green industry companies, including Terra Nova Nurseries, Bobcat, Davey Tree and more.

Majerus says he’d been playing with large scale concept lines and other geometric shapes on other projects, and he wanted to try out a Fibonacci spiral-inspired design. This project was the perfect opportunity. (Photo: Sirna Productions and Patrick Hughes)

Hardscape Solutions: Redefining lakeside luxury

Landmark Landscapes won a gold award from the NALP’s 2024 Awards of Excellence program for this project.

Safety First: Stump grinding attachments use guards over the wheels and deflectors to prevent debris from flying everywhere. (Photo: Loftness)

Choosing the right stump cutting tool

Experts help find your perfect stump cutting tool.

Behringer says it’s inevitable that some plants won’t survive the winter, but thanks to many years of managing the wall and diligent monitoring, they can accurately predict how much will need replacing. (Photo: John Mini Distinctive Landscapes)

The Big One: Wall-to-wall excellence

John Mini won a gold award from the NALP’s 2024 Awards of Excellence program for this project.

Feeling Gray: Watch for round spots of tan or gray when identifying GLS disease. (Getty Images: JJ Gouin / iStock / Getty Images Plus / Getty Images (bottom); DNY59 / E+, boschettophotography / iStock / Getty Images Plus (Header)

Leaf the turf alone

After the recent heat waves, gray leaf spot can terrorize lawns

Photo: Sean Chee/Brooklyn Botanic Garden

Companies in the News: Updates from Brooklyn Botanic Garden, Kubota, the National Garden Bureau and more

The latest news and updates from green industry companies, including Waterloo Turf, Kubota, the AGZA and more.

Clay Martin (left), says his experience in the Peace Corps let him grow into Latin American culture, ultimately helping his recruiting business. (Photo: Clay Martin)

How hiring from Puerto Rico can ease landscape labor challenges

With labor challenges hitting the industry and the political climate looking uncertain, recruiting from Puerto Rico can be a hidden solution.

Scott Arnett

SpringGreen promotes Scott Arnett to president of Superior Lawns

After more than 20 years of experience in the green industry, Arnett joined SpringGreen to lead its COF operations in December 2019.

Photo: New Holland Construction

New Holland Construction releases next generation of compact wheel loader

Engineered for landscapers, agricultural operators, snow removal crews and more, the W100D aims to mix reliable power with an intentional design.

Photo: Milwaukee

Milwaukee launches new 21-inch snow blower

Designed for efficiency, this snow blower leverages a push button start and a chute that is up to 40 percent wider.

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