Tag: Montgomery County

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Industry roundup: Montgomery County upholds ban on pesticide usage on private lawns

After a long, drawn out battle with Montgomery County in Maryland, legal options to challenge the county’s ban on pesticide usage on private lawns have been exhausted.

July 15, 2019

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Industry roundup: EPA reaffirms glyphosate not a risk to public health

EPA finds glyphosate not a risk to the public, Smart Rain releases new mobile app, Arborjet launches TREE-äge R10, and more. Get your green industry news here.

May 6, 2019

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Montgomery County’s broad pesticide ban has been overturned

The county had passed the legislation back in 2015 and was set to ban the usage of pesticides on private properties. Details on the judge's ruling here!

August 4, 2017

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Exemptions cushion blow of ban on pesticides, herbicides

In an action thought to be the first of its kind, Montgomery County, Maryland, has effectively banned the nonessential use of pesticides on both commercial and private property. The measure was approved in a 6-3 vote. The county’s new regulation makes concessions for the use of pesticides to control invasive or noxious species and it […]

October 12, 2015

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RISE Recognizes Mark Schlossberg with 2014 Grassroots Excellence Award

During its 24th annual meeting, RISE (Responsible Industry for a Sound Environment) recognized Mark Schlossberg, president of Pro-Lawn-Plus, with the 2014 Grassroots Excellence Award.

August 29, 2014

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How To Recycle Old Equipment

Depending on where you live, you probably have a lawn mower or snow blower (or both). A number of routes exist for getting rid of your old yard care machines. First, if the lawn mower or snow blower still works, consider donating it. If it doesn’t work, you have a few options, which will vary depending on where you live.

February 22, 2013