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AmericanHort cheers USDA funding for pest solutions

AmericanHort wasted no time in praising Thursday’s announcement by the U.S. Department of Agriculture that it was allocating $58 million from the 2014 farm bill to fight plant pests and diseases. The money will go to a variety of projects across the country. “For many years, the farm bill has been about row crops and […]

February 12, 2016

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Rugby Manufacturing introduces new trailer hoists at NATM

Rugby Manufacturing chose this week’s National Association of Trailer Manufacturers show in Las Vegas to introduce two new trailer hoists, the TB-12 and TB-14. The scissor hoists are designed for 10- to 16-foot trailers with capacities ranging from 6.9 tons to 15.7 tons. Based in Rugby, North Dakota, the manufacturer says the TB-12 and TB-14 […]

February 12, 2016

Each of the new trailer hoists produces weight savings of nearly 100 pounds, the manufacturer says.

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Landscape design can significantly reinforce home security

While property crime was down 4.2% in 2015, homeowners should still take precautions against home invasions. As it turns outs, landscape design is a great place to start.

February 11, 2016

Ensure windows aren’t blocked by shrubs and trees. Outdoor lighting is also a key element of home security.

BioSafe Systems partnership will boost Midwest distribution

BioSafe Systems, a producer of pest & disease control products for the landscaping and horticultural industries, has entered a partnership with Leader Logistics Group.

February 11, 2016

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Subaru introduces gear reduction for overhead cam engines

Subaru is adding gear reduction to meet growing demand for power, allowing rental centers & contractors to have a single point of contact for parts and service.

February 11, 2016

By adding 2:1 and 6:1 gear reduction technology, Subaru says, its small engines can power full product lines in the landscaping, recreational and concrete construction industries. Photo: Subaru

Clay soil needs amendment, conducive plants or both

Clay soil is considered the bane of gardens. From soil to clay soil to which plants are tolerant of clay soils, here are a tips to work with both while landscaping.

February 10, 2016

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Ditch Witch offers new line of tracked, wheeled trenchers

Ditch Witch has introduced a new line of walk-behind trenchers, its C Series and CX Series, equipped with a new patent pending CX Track system.

February 10, 2016

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OPEI’s board weighs strategy, welcomes new member

The Outdoor Power Equipment Institute’s board of directors is hoping to counter the movement away from natural lawns in the Southwest & California to natural grass.

February 10, 2016

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Conestoga says spreaders are right at home with salt, sand

he maker of Conestoga spreaders is eager to remind landscape contractors its products aren’t just for fertilizer. They're also ideal for distributing salt & sand.

February 10, 2016

In addition to stainless steel boxes, wide turf tires are standard on the company’s drop spreaders.

Now’s the time to give your landscaping website a tune-up

With spring just around the corner, it's time for lawn care and landscaping companies that are getting found in web search to update with a few best practices.

February 9, 2016

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Shindaiwa’s new cordless Lithium-Ion tools will ship for spring

Shindaiwa is launching a family of Lithium-Ion 56-volt cordless trimmers and blowers that will be sold exclusively through Shindaiwa servicing dealers.

February 9, 2016

The cordless tools in the company’s new line include the T3000 string trimmer, the EB6000 handheld blower and the DH2000 hedge trimmer.

Hilti introduces concrete saws with no-choke start

Hilti eliminated manual choke with its new “Easy Start” technology in the DSH 700-X and DSH 900-X handheld concrete saws, recently unveiled at World of Concrete.

February 9, 2016

The DSH 700-X, seen here, has a 70cc engine and comes in 12- and 14-inch models.

OSHA hits Pennsylvania landscaper with $42,000 fine

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration has proposed a fine of $42,000 against Lancaster, PA landscaping company The Ground Guys after eight safety violations.

February 8, 2016

Exmark Stand-On Spreader Sprayer wins engineering award

The American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers (ASABE) has named the Exmark Stand-On Spreader Sprayer winner of a 2016 AE50 award, to be presented this week.

February 8, 2016

Exmark says the sprayer spreader’s design incorporates feedback from its professional turf-care customers.

Takeuchi-US names managers for parts, customer support

Compact equipment maker Takeuchi-US has appointed Bethany Klitzke national parts manager, while Scott Utzman has taken on the newly created role of customer support manager.

February 8, 2016

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Business climate softens for landscape architecture firms

Landscape architecture firms’ business performance dipped in the fourth quarter of 2015, according to the latest American Society of Landscape Architects survey.

February 5, 2016

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Bob-Cat commercial mowers boast significant updates

Bob-Cat’s commercial zero-turn mowers, the Predator-Pro and ProCat, have undergone several updates, and are now equipped with new Zero-T drive tires.

February 5, 2016

The Predator-Pro, shown here, is one of the Bob-Cat models targeting professional landscape contractors. Photo: Bob-Cat

SIMA-LMN deal will boost training for snow professionals

The Snow & Ice Management Association (SIMA) & the Landscape Management Network (LMN) have entered a new agreement broadening their previous collaboration on training.

February 5, 2016

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Echo demonstrates new battery-powered landscaping equipment at 2026 Power-On-Athon outdoor event

Total Landscape Care's coverage moving to EquipmentWorld.com

On Oct. 1, Fusable will cease production of Total Landscape Care as a stand-alone website and newsletter and will migrate the brand’s existing coverage of the landscaping industry to sister brand Equipment World.

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John Deere refines Z700 ZTrak Mower lineup

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Kress expands autonomous mowing lineup with new 60-inch Voyager

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The TurfMutt Foundation’s signature events set for Equip Expo 2026

Blue tracked skid steer loader clearing brush in autumn forest

Vanquish vegetation: Brush cutters for skid steers and compact track loaders

The Attachments Idea Book

Landscapers use a variety of attachments for doing everything from snow removal to jobsite cleanup, and regardless of how often they are used, every landscaper has a favorite attachment.

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