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Autonomous mowers, such as Greenworks Commercial’s OptimusZ, are becoming legitimate options for landscape contractors and lawn care pros. (Photo: Greenworks Commercial)

The innovations in mower and turf equipment tech that are helping pros get more done

The biggest breakthroughs in turf tech that are helping pros maintain their edge.

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How bioherbicides can be used in lawn care

While traditional synthetic herbicides still rule the roost, a growing number of lawn care pros are turning to bioherbicides as an effective option.

Proper identification is a crucial step since ABWs can often be mistaken for other similar pests. (Photo: Quali-Pro)

A Q&A with Quali-Pro on how to manage annual bluegrass weevils

A Q&A on the best ways to manage annual bluegrass weevils

Being a tricky weed to control, nutsedge growing in prevalence can be bad news for LCOs. (Photo: undefined undefined / iStock / Getty Images Plus / Getty Images)

Turf School: Emerging turf problems for LCOs

Here are the emerging turf problems LCOs should have on their radar.

client data, goals of the system and maintenance calls helps your technicians easily get up to speed when arriving at a client’s property. (Photo: Artsiom Malashenko/iStock / Getty Images Plus/Getty Images)

How to properly winterize an irrigation system

Pro tips and critical winterization best practices for pumps, cast iron components, filters and valves — even in mild climates.

Proper turf maintenance is the first step in preventing weeds. (Photo: TruGreen)

Practical and chemical preventative weed control methods

Practical and chemical control options for preventative weed management.

The bright side In many cases, extreme climates also offer some extremely cool landscapes. (Photo: Wylie Rogers)

Turf management lessons from America’s toughest climates

Turf pros from the toughest climates give their best maintenance advice.

Don’t lose confidence: If done incorrectly, corn gluten meal can result in broken trust and uncertainty for clients.(Photo: Shravya Peddigari)

Four mistakes to avoid in organic turf management

How landscapers can deliver greener, safer lawns without overpromising perfection.

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Five Questions: Jared Hoyle, Ph.D.

Seth Jones chats with Jared Hoyle, Ph.D., about how he got into the business, his most memorable day at work and more.

Avoid going back: “You don’t want to come up short on a job,” Hugg explains. (Photo: SiteOne Landscape Supply)

Top landscape edging installation mistakes 

Experts lay out the most common errors contractors make when installing landscape edging and explain how to avoid them.

Picky eater Grubs like to munch on fescues due to its soft tissue. (Photo: Syngenta; Getty Images: DNY59 / E+, boschettophotography / iStock / Getty Images Plus)

How to spot, treat and prevent grubs this fall

Expert advice on how to manage and treat for grubs this season.

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Waterloo Turf expands franchise footprint to new territories across Texas

Waterloo Turf is expanding its footprint in its home state of Texas, with new franchise agreements signed in Waco and College Station, increasing its total Texas territories to 27.

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The benefits of building an annual agronomic plan

How annual agronomic planning allowed my business to improve turf health, reduce weeds and boost profits

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

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Primera welcomes Marion Ag Service as new member‑owner to strengthen turf and ornamental distribution

The addition exemplifies Primera’s strategy of aligning with independent distributors to strengthen the company's presence in underserved regions.

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John Deere debuts digital repair tool to enhance maintenance options

Operations Center PRO Service offers a comprehensive suite of digital resources, including step-by-step repair guides, troubleshooting and more.

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DryJect unveils redesigned website with enhanced resources for turfgrass pros

The new site features agronomic management tools and worksheets, cost analysis calculators, university and industry research data, case studies, testimonials and locator maps for finding local DryJect service providers.

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

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Jeff Kwiatkowski joins Envu to lead U.S. Turf and Ornamentals

Before joining Envu, he spent the past several years as president of a small, privately owned company.

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Quali-Pro launches new turf insecticide for grub and pest control

Contrado SC has 18.4 percent chlorantraniliprole and is labeled for both systemic and foliar activity.

Big brother: Yellow nutsedge can grow twice as tall as its purple counterpart. (Photo: Howard F. Schwartz, Colorado State University, Bugwood.org (Left); md Sojibul Islam / istock / getty images plus / getty images (top); header, Getty Images: DNY59 / E+, boschettophotography / iStock / Getty Images Plus)

Turf School: How to manage nutsedge

Don't go nuts trying to control this tough pest.

Controlled-release applications can help reduce labor costs and equipment wear and tear. (Photo: Lebanonturf)

Understanding the different types of fertilizers

Lawn care experts explain how controlled-release fertilizers work and in what settings they are most beneficial.

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Wiedenmann expands into landscape market with turf management tool

Recently, Wiedenmann North America has turned its attention to the professional landscape market.

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Milwaukee Tool joins Primera’s supplier network

This partnership illustrates Primera’s wider supplier plan to evolve thoughtfully into adjacent categories that strengthen member capabilities.

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