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Nurseries, like landscapers, often hurting for adequate staff
Finding and keeping good labor is a challenge, but with spring just around the corner, some nurseries in particular are struggling -- just like landscapers.
February 16, 2016
Business
Confidence in the equipment financing market declines slightly; execs rate economy as “fair”
Confidence in the equipment finance market declined slightly from April to May, according to the Equipment Leasing and Finance Foundation’s Monthly Confidence Index. The foundation, a non-profit that conducts research on the equipment leasing and finance industry, reported a 67.5 index, which is slightly lower than the April index of 70.7. The index is determined […]
May 25, 2015
Business
Houzz Barometer measures industry confidence
There’s a new tool for professionals using Houzz. It’s the Barometer, which will be released quarterly and tracks home renovation market confidence. “Barometer findings are consistent with other leading industry research and economic indicators of growth and confidence for the home improvement industry as baby boomers and growing families continue to invest in their homes,” says Houzz […]
February 27, 2015
Business
Landscapers say recession no more; business booming moving into 2015
No matter where you go, the question always comes up, “Do you think the recession is over?” Depending on the party you are talking to, that answer will always be different. However, the answer was pretty clear during Total Landscape Care’s roundtable discussion with 12 Landscaper of the Year finalists – the landscaping industry seems to be making a full recovery since the recession initially hit in 2008.
December 12, 2014
Design-Build
Join the conversation: 3-part series gives industry insight from top 12 landscapers
Today we have started a three-part series honing in on the struggles, plans and futures of landscaping companies.
December 12, 2014
Business
U.S. Construction Industry Adds 20,000 Workers in August
The U.S. construction industry extended its streak of job gains in August, adding 20,000 workers. It was the eighth-straight month of gains for the industry which now employs 6.068 million Americans—the highest figure since May 2009, according to data from the Labor Department.
September 9, 2014
Business
Construction Industry Sees Slow Growth Through May
The U.S. construction industry notched its fifth straight month of employment gains in May but saw growth fall off considerably.
June 9, 2014
Business
IA Survey Shows Irrigation Professionals Optimistic About 2014
Irrigation professionals have a positive outlook for 2014, according to the latest survey from the Irrigation Association.
May 5, 2014
Business
World Demand for Lawn Equipment to Grow to $20 Billion by 2017
The worldwide demand for power lawn and garden equipment is the rise. According to a recent study from The Freedonia Group, the demand of lawn equipment is forecasted to rise more than four percent per year through 2017 to more than $20 billion.
April 29, 2014
Business
What to Expect in 2014
With an economy slowly reviving and clients finding time and money to invest in landscaping, many organizations are predicting what may or may not happen in 2014 when it comes to the landscaping industry.
April 21, 2014
Business
How to prep for the spring rush
Spring fever is in the air, and landscapers are starting to get the itch. With snow melting and green grass appearing, it’s hard to resist the urge to plant, plant, plant.
March 5, 2014
Design-Build
What to Expect in 2014
When it comes to the future of the green industry, it’s almost impossible to predict the turnout for the year. Go iLawn’s CEO Mike Rorie shared his thoughts and predictions on what was in store for the industry last year stating the fact that landscapers would be happy with the outcome of 2013.
January 13, 2014
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