LM StaffNov 8, 2022
The Andersons’ Humic DG and Black Gypsum DG are now certified as an Organic Input Material in California. These products already carry Organic Materials Review…
Donald Hodel and Dennis PittengerNov 3, 2023
A perspective on the California drought and landscape water use. Landscape water use in California accounts for 9 percent of the total statewide water use.…
Marisa PalmieriNov 10, 2023
Should states require landscape contractor licensing? We look at the pros and cons. In a perfect world, Greg Winchel would be all for licensure in…
LM StaffAug 14, 2023
The Orange County chapter of the California Landscape Contractors Association (CLCA) held its 2015 Beautification Awards Aug. 8. The awards honored local landscape contractors for…
The Davey Tree Expert Co. partnered with California ReLeaf, Save Our Water and a coalition of urban forest and other organizations to raise awareness on…
The Toro Co. launched WaterSmart.Toro.com, a new website to educate homeowners and businesses about options to save water. The launch of the site coincides with…
Sabeena HickmanNov 9, 2023
Even if you don’t live in the Western states, you’ve heard by now about the severe drought and the historic water restrictions ordered by California’s…
Houzz released its 2015 Landscaping & Garden Trends survey, which found that a third of homeowners are updating, reducing or removing their lawns due to…
According to the Washington Post, new NASA satellite data show the world’s largest underground aquifers are being depleted at unsustainable rates. Aquifers are underground water…
Toro has signed with NBC Radio affiliate KCAA 1050 AM to host a weekly, one-hour show, addressing California’s drought. The show will be titled “The…
LM StaffMay 26, 2015
As water conservation efforts strengthen in California, the landscaping industry, a $25 billion industry in the state, will be forced to adapt. According to the…
Members of the California Landscape Contractors Association (CLCA) voluntarily spruced up the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter in Live Oak, Calif., according to the Santa…
The California Landscape Contractors Association (CLCA) is accepting applications for the 2015 Landscape Educational Advancement Foundation (LEAF) Scholarship awards online through April 15. Since 1972,…
In response to California Governor Jerry Brown’s executive order mandating statewide water reductions, HydroPoint Data Systems is hosting a new webinar series addressing how municipalities and communities…
April 1, California Governor Jerry Brown instituted the state’s first-ever mandatory water restrictions, NPR reports. The announcement comes as California is entering its fourth year…
California issued heavier emergency drought regulations Tuesday, the LA Times reports, mainly regarding the number of days residents can water their yards. Under Tuesday’s decision, water agencies have…
The California Landscape Contractors Association (CLCA) presented 55 Trophy Awards to landscape contractors this year. “The CLCA is thrilled to recognize outstanding California landscapers and…
The California Landscape Contractors Association (CLCA) scheduled Landscape Industry Certified Technician testing dates for 2015. Applicant must complete both written and hands-on testing to earn…
LM StaffAug 15, 2023
Valent Professional Products and Nufarm Americas unveiled Clipper Aquatic Herbicide has been registered for use in California. According to the companies, the Clipper herbicide is the only…
LM StaffAug 16, 2023
Bayer CropScience’s Tribute Total post-emergent herbicide is now registered for use in California. According to the company, the herbicide delivers broad-spectrum control in one solution,…
LM StaffAug 14, 2014
The cities of Redding, Calif., and Shasta Lake, Calif., are enforcing new restrictions on the hours and parameters for outdoor water use, according to KRCR News. The…
LM StaffAug 5, 2014
Fullerton, Calif.-based Professional Turf Specialties and Agromin, a provider of organic soil solutions, joined forces to upgrade the Fullerton College soccer field with new sod…
Sarah PfleddererSep 16, 2024
Three contractors and a consultant share tips about overhead recovery in labor rates.
LM StaffJul 31, 2014
In response to the ongoing drought in California, the State Water Resources Control Board approved new water regulations for residents and business owners that will…
