February 2: Groundhogs, Pancakes, and More Lore

It's Groundhog Day in the U.S! Will we have six more weeks of Winter? Or should we do as the French and just eat pancakes!?
LawnStarter

LawnStarter Achieves First Profit; Expanding Areas & Services

LawnStarter and Lawn Love are expanding across the U.S. and offering more lawn care services, including fertilization. They're also adding more LawnStarter lawn care pros.

This Spring Will Bring Billions Of Cicadas In Rare Brood Convergence

Fascinating, harmless, yet often annoying to outdoor workers, cicada swarms will be emerging in parts of the U.S. this year. Find out where.
Vectorworks 2024

Vectorworks 2024 3 Blooms With Possibilities For Landscape Design

Global design and BIM software provider Vectorworks, Inc. announces the third update to its Vectorworks 2024 product line. In addition to performance improvements that elevate the overall quality of the software, the update also debuts a new integration with the online plant database and Vectorworks Partner Network member PlantMaster.
Yanmar e-X1

Yanmar Unveils e-X1 Prototype For Zero Emission Ag Tasks

The Yanmar e-X1 electric concept machine can accommodate various implements such as rotary tillers and grass cutters at the front and rear, enabling tasks like weeding, snow removal, and cultivating.
STIHL Eric Bjorling

STIHL Inc. Announces Eric Bjorling As New Vice President Of Marketing

Eric Bjorling has been named Vice President of Marketing of STIHL Inc., effective January 29, 2024. Bjorling will be responsible for leading the development of U.S. brand and retail marketing communications strategies including national advertising programs, public relations, merchandising, and national brand programs.

Judith Guido Offers Online Workshop For Landscape Company Growth

The Connecticut Grounds Keepers Association (CGKA), in collaboration with Guido & Associates, is presenting a half-day online workshop, "Accelerate Company Growth with Purpose, Plan, People & Profits" on February 13.
Lease Plus

Husqvarna Now Offering New Purchase/Lease Solutions For Robotic Mowers

Husqvarna's new Lease Plus and Service Plus are designed to address common barriers for investing in autonomous solutions. Lease Plus provides top-notch maintenance and repair services along with an innovative twist – new product replacements every three years.
Daedong Leadership

Daedong-USA Inc. Adds New Executive Leadership To KIOTI Tractor Division

Daedong-USA Inc., the U.S. subsidiary of Daedong Corporation, welcomes additional leadership to its North American machinery brand, KIOTI Tractor. The company introduces Chiwhan Yoon as...

Oso Electric Equipment To Expand Landscape Market Presence

Oso Electric Equipment's new partnership with WCS Distributing will make Oso's smart, electric mowers now available beyond California and Texas.
Steel Green Manufacturing President

Steel Green Manufacturing Announces Brent Mills As President

Steel Green Manufacturing, a leading producer of spreader/sprayer equipment, has named cofounder Brent Mills president of the company.
Beth Berry, Vice President, Turf & Ornamental Sales, Advanced Turf Solutions

The Yardstick: Q&A With Beth Berry, Advanced Turf Solutions

Industry icon Beth Berry, Vice President, Turf & Ornamental Sales, Advanced Turf Solutions, just marked 40 years in her career. What's next? Watch out ESPN!
workwear

Milwaukee Tool Launching New 2024 Workwear Solutions

A BOLT™ RHEON™ safety helmet, BOLT cooling gear, and two new workwear products developed from customer input are being introduced by Milwaukee Tool in early 2024.
Vulcan

Proposed Tax Break For Government Snow Removal Equipment In CA

California Senate Bill 546 proposes an exemption from the state sales and use tax for public entities purchasing dedicated snow removal vehicles.

Council Releases New Safety Guide For Propane Commercial Mowers

The Propane Education & Research Council (PERC) has released a new safety guide for propane commercial mowers. Key topics include: fuel supply, types of cylinders, storing and changing cylinders, and training requirements.
Equip 2024

Sneak Peek At The 2024 Equip Exposition

The 2024 Equip Exposition, an award-winning trade show for the landscape, outdoor living, and outdoor power equipment industry, will be held October 15-18 in Louisville, KY.
salt

Study Reveals Salt Is “Sleeping Giant” Of Environmental Threats

A recent study shows salt is the sleeping giant of environmental threats to water and soil. Follow these tips for more responsible road salting as part of snow management.
minimum wage

Will You Be Affected By New Minimum Wage Increases?

Almost half of U.S. states increased their minimum wage requirements for employers as of January 1. Here are the numbers.
Troubleshooting Turfgrass Diseases

Turf Magazine’s Top Ten Most Popular Stories In 2023

Here are Turf magazine's top ten most popular stories in lawn and landscaping news for 2023.

2024 Landscape Trends From The National Association Of Landscape Professionals

What will be the 2024 landscape trends in residential design? Here's what members of the National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP) said they expect for the coming year.
Firewise Landscaping

Firewise Landscaping

Expert advice on designing and maintaining reduced-risk landscapes in an era of extreme wildfires.
Unilock Scholarship

Unilock ® Scholarship Helps Shape the Landscape Industry

Unilock is accepting applications for their Paving the Future Scholarship. The winner will receive $5,000. Deadline for submission is 9/16/24.

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Looking for uniform solutions for your large team? An unmatched inventory and versatile looks are just a few reasons why companies trust Dickies®.
Capital One Center, Ruppert Landscape

A Capital Idea

Ruppert Landscape meets multiple challenges to transform a live-work-play idea into reality at the Capital One Center.
Desert Foothills Landscape

Desert Decadence In An Arizona Landscape Design

Even in the extreme heat conditions of Southern Arizona, Desert Foothills Landscape designed and installed a stunning, functional landscape while also being water and climate conscious.
snow removal, insurance coverage

Is Your Insurance Snow Blind?

Unique risks involved with snow and ice removal mean that adequate insurance coverage is critical to protecting your business.
snowstorms

Compact Cleanup Solutions

In the wake of snowstorms and natural disasters, it's essential to be prepared with versatile equipment to support restoration efforts.