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Author: Sarah Webb

Sarah Webb

Sarah Webb

Sarah Webb is Landscape Management's former managing editor. She holds a bachelor’s degree from Wittenberg University, where she studied journalism and Spanish. Prior to her role at LM, Sarah was an intern for Cleveland Magazine and a writing tutor.

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Combatting hop cover

Lawn care operators can spot hop clover by its lemony-yellow flower and oval-shaped leaves that are grouped in threes. “Identification is the key,” says Jason Fausey, director of technical services at Nufarm. “Hop clover is often misidentified with common yellow woodsorrel, which also has a yellow flower but has heart-shaped leaves.” As hop clover is […]

Companies in the News: Updates from Case, Stay Green and Arborjet

Case Construction Equipment dealer Century Equipment donated use of a Case TV380 compact track loader and CX26C mini excavator to Team Rubicon for debris clearing in La Plata County, Colo. The Team Rubicon effort, which saw the Case equipment move debris including large rocks, earth and parts of 66 trees, was in response to heavy […]

People on the Move: Promotions and appointments from The Greenery, Ewing and Profile Products

The Greenery appointed Janet Davoli as chief technology officer (CTO). As CTO, Davoli will work with executive management to achieve the company’s strategic goals and grow The Greenery through the use of technological resources. With an MBA from Adelphi University and a bachelor’s in mathematics with a minor in computer science from Binghamton University in […]

Companies in the News: Updates from Saluting Branches, Arborjet, TruGreen and more

Saluting Branches: Arborists United for Veteran Remembrance, a nonprofit organization, marks its fifth annual day of service with more than 3,500 green industry professionals donating a full day’s work on Wednesday, Sept. 18, to honor America’s military service men and women. With support from industry leaders, Saluting Branches will care for thousands of trees at […]

Briggs opens new manufacturing facility in Sherrill, N.Y.

Briggs & Stratton Corp. employees and leaders alike gathered together to celebrate the grand opening of Briggs’ new manufacturing facility in Sherrill, N.Y., on Sept. 18. “We’ve seen tremendous double-digit growth, especially with our Snapper, Vanguard and Billy Goat brands,” said Todd Teske, chairman, president and CEO of Briggs. “We needed a facility like this.” […]

Conserva vehicle (Photo: Conserva Irrigation)

Keep irrigation vehicles organized

Conserva Irrigation offers a look at how it keeps its irrigation vehicles organized and provides organizational advice for other irrigation professionals.

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People on the Move: Case names North American VP, Fecon appoints CEO, and more from NALP, Bayer and The Harvest Group

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Case names North American VP, Fecon appoints CEO, NALP announces board of directors nominees, and more from Bayer and The Harvest Group.

CONSTANT UPKEEP Making sure spray units are properly maintained can help reduce downtime and increase productivity and revenue. Photo: Chapin Manufacturing

A checklist for properly maintaining spray equipment

Lawn care operators can follow this checklist with tips on how to correctly maintain their spray equipment, such as tanks and sprayers.

Apartment complex (Photo: Grapids Irrigation)

Water World: A new apartment complex gets an irrigation facelift

The story and photos behind the irrigation project that Grapids Irrigation completed at an apartment complex in Grand Rapids, Mich.

Crew member working at TCU (Photo: Andy's Sprinkler, Drainage & Lighting)

Water World: Sprinkler smarts

Location: Fort Worth, Texas Company: Andy’s Sprinkler, Drainage & Lighting When an irrigation installation project popped up at Texas Christian University (TCU), Andy’s Sprinkler, Drainage & Lighting was sure to raise its hand. The multiphase job involved creating more than 100 zones that separated out beds, turf and trees while considering the area’s shady and […]

Companies in the News: Updates from Scag Power Equipment, Tidewater Equipment and OPEI

Scag Power Equipment, a division of Metalcraft of Mayville, had its Windstorm stand-on blower nominated for the 2019 Coolest Thing Made in Wisconsin Contest. The annual competition, presented by Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce and Johnson Financial Group, aims to highlight the state’s manufacturing industry. “We couldn’t be more thrilled to have our newest product featured […]

People on the Move: Promotions and appointments from RISE, Sipcam Agro USA, NaturaLawn and PBI-Gordon Corp.

The Responsible Industry for a Sound Environment (RISE) welcomed new governing board members and recognized volunteers during its annual conference Aug. 26-29 in Marana, Ariz. Newly elected governing board members include: Stephanie Jensen, BASF, holding a manufacturer seat; Karen Larson, Clarke, holding a formulator seat; and Scott Todd, Central Life Sciences, holding a manufacturer seat. […]

Companies in the News: Pacific Landscape Management raises $13K for cancer research, Stihl collaborates with housing nonprofit, ManageMowed signs new contracts

Pacific Landscape Management in Hillsboro, Ore., raised $13,060 for The Providence Cancer Institute by participating in the Hood to Coast Relay event. An overnight, long-distance relay race, Hood to Coast is held annually in Oregon, typically in late August. The company’s team “Lawn Gone and Hauling Grass” completed a 200-mile relay race in 27 hours […]

The Vermeer campus after the July 2018 tornado. (Photo: Vermeer)

National news roundup

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We take a quick look at the industry news happening around the nation over the past month that landscape contractors should be aware of.

People on the Move: Promotions and appointments from Takeuchi, Anuvia, Winter Equipment and more

Takeuchi Manufacturing Founder and President Akio Takeuchi has stepped down, and his son, Toshiya Takeuchi, will now serve as president of Takeuchi. He is the second president in the history of Takeuchi Manufacturing. Additional appointments include Clay Eubanks, president of Takeuchi U.S. to the board of directors. Eubanks has been with Takeuchi U.S. for more […]

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The A&A way

The story of how A&A Lawn Care & Landscaping’s owners overcame setbacks to grow their organization to a $7.5 million operation.

Boss Snowplow (Photo: Polar Snow & Ice Solutions)

How to manage extended snow seasons

A few tips on what snow contractors can do to contend with an extended snow season, whether that be early-season or late-season storms.

Turf Tracer mower (Photo: Exmark)

Brand U: Decades of dependability

Russell Landscape, a company in Sugar Hill, Ga., explains why it has been using Exmark mower for the better part of three decades.

Photo: Bayer

Dollar spot: Symptoms and control methods

Find out how to correctly identify the symptoms of dollar spot and learn some ways that you can successfully control the disease.

Irrigation tracking app (Photo: Smart Rain)

Keeping track of irrigation systems and equipment

As irrigation systems and equipment have become more advanced, the ability to monitor them has, too. We spoke with Rob Allwood, USA sales manager of Quartix, and Rudy Larsen, founder of Smart Rain, to find out how they’re helping irrigation contractors keep their systems, equipment and crews in check. System savvy Some irrigation software such […]

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Experts’ Tips: Determining mower deck size

What are a few do’s and don’ts for determining mower deck size needs? Cub Cadet Allen Baird Product marketing manager, professional products DO consider clients’ needs and the terrain. DO choose deck sizes that will optimize efficiency by keeping everyone busy. A larger deck size can help overlap mower needs by reduced trimming and cut […]

Companies in the News: Davey sponsors International Tree Climbing Championship; Profile Products wins sustainability awards; and Case dealer donates equipment to Team Rubicon

The Davey Tree Expert Co. sponsored the 2019 International Tree Climbing Championship (ITCC) final round, the Masters’ Challenge. The best male and female professional tree climbing arborists from around the world competed in Knoxville, Tenn., at Lakeshore Park from Aug. 9-11 for the title of ITCC world champion. This year’s Masters’ Challenge winners were Scott […]

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Honda Power Equipment rings in year 35 with a new mower, facility expansion

Strolling through the Honda Power Equipment (HPE) Manufacturing facility in Swepsonville, N.C., felt a bit like stepping into the future. Honda associates clad in white uniforms worked meticulously and efficiently up and down the assembly lines — often working alongside machines, which completed tasks such as placing small seals and bearings. At the end of […]

Green wall (Photo: Raimondi Horticultural Group)

Water World: Up to the challenge

Location: White Plains, N.Y. Company: Raimondi Horticultural Group The client wished to interpret an artist’s rendering, displayed as a conceptual drawing in the building lobby, and create an area for tenant and public enjoyment. The stakes were particularly high for the company, since a previous vendor had attempted — and failed at — the green […]

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