Williesha Morris (TLC)BusinessJohn Deere Landscapes acquires Shemin Landscape SupplyJohn Deere Landscapes has acquired Shemin Landscape Supply. Executives hope this will expand their reach in the green industry and gain more expertise in nursery stock and landscaping products that Connecticut-based Shemin provides. Shemin has 29 locations in 14 states. “We are very excited about the possibilities putting these two businesses together,” says Doug Black, John Deere […]February 20, 2015Design-BuildA pier like you’ve never seen beforeImagine taking on a landscaping project where you may have to carry site materials by boat. Enter Pier 55. Barry Diller, credited for creating the Fox and USA television channels, is making an island oasis in New York City, according to Business Insider. This billionaire is dropping a whopping $113 million to the project, relieving a majority […]February 20, 2015Business5 firescaping tips to help keep your projects protectedIt’s never too early to prepare for firescaping, especially in temperate states like Florida and California. Maybe you’re thinking about adding firescaping to your service offerings this year? By reducing the chance of fire and remembering safety tips, you’re ensuring the safety of your customers’ homes and businesses, as well as your landscaping projects. While no plant […]February 20, 2015BusinessIrriGreen releases Genius app for Android, iOS smartphonesIrriGreen released the Genius app for their irrigation digital system. Available on both Android and iOS devices, program features can be controlled via the application. Using Wi-Fi, the app includes visual irrigation zone mapping and calculates the distance of the sprays from each sprinkler head. Landscapers can use the app to align water streams in […]February 19, 2015BusinessBobcat to transform outdoor space in third annual Create and Conserve contestOnce the ice and snow begin to melt, start planning your next landscaping habitat. Bobcat’s third annual “Create and Conserve” contest is open and once again features Rick and Julie Kreuter from the Outdoor Channel’s “Beyond the Hunt.” Top prize is a spot on their show, where the couple spends three days creating an area […]February 19, 2015BusinessFederal order halts Obama’s immigration plansThe latest immigration update on Capitol Hill may affect several landscaping businesses, as well as employees at the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). If a funding agreement is not reached in Congress by Feb. 28, there will be a partial shutdown. On Monday, U.S. District Judge Andrew Hanen of Texas stopped President Obama’s immigration presidential order, forcing DHS to […]February 18, 2015BusinessChevy intros custom edition of Silverado pickupFans of the Chevrolet Silverado LS cab can own a lower-priced and customized version of the truck. The double-cab Silverado Custom includes 20-inch aluminum wheels, chrome bumpers, mirror caps and door handles. It also features four full doors, a 40/20/40 cloth front seat, tilt steering wheel, cruise control, power windows and door locks, and Chevy MyLink with 4G […]February 18, 2015BusinessOPEI partners with Scholastic to teach importance of green spaces in classroomsStudents can join the adventures of real-life rescue dog Lucky and the “Outdoor Powers” in TurfMutt’s expanded educational program funded by Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI) and created with Scholastic. This story follows Lucky and his quest to “Save the Planet One Yard at a Time” by fighting environmental villains. The program, which includes interactive games, […]February 18, 2015BusinessNew efco DS 2400H trimmer designed for tall jobsThe latest efco shaft hedge trimmer, the DS 2400H, is designed for higher than average hedges, plants and bushes. The trimmer adjusts to 12 different positions using 180-degree angles. There’s also an “Easy On” mode, using a double spring in the starter cover and a driver with two ratchets for easier startup. The DS 2400H is 71 […]February 17, 2015BusinessIA to offer classes, webinars throughout U.S. for professionalsThe Irrigation Association is offering regular and online classes, and webinars in multiple cities this year. The webinars are from 2 to 3 p.m. EST and free unless otherwise noted. However, they are only available to IA members. Here are the classes for March: March 2 Introduction to Irrigation & Installation Long Island, New York […]February 16, 2015Previous PagePage 10 of 11Next PageTop StoriesAlternative powerMilwaukee launches M18 FUEL 21” Dual Battery Snow Blower“With the introduction of the M18 FUEL 21” Auger Propelled Dual Battery Single Stage Snow Blower, Milwaukee continues to push the boundaries of battery-powered equipment."EquipmentKawasaki unveils its 2026 Mule Utility Vehicle lineupAttachmentsAgri-Fab releases new Zero Turn Electric SpreaderEquipmentNew Holland's next-gen W100D compact wheel loader gets new cab, controlsAttachmentsDigga overhauls X-Series heavy-duty 4-in-1 bucket for skid steers, CTLs
