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ICC and ASABE collaborate on landscape irrigation standard
The International Code Council (ICC) and the American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers (ASABE) announced their intention to jointly develop a new ANSI standard, designated as “ASABE/ICC Landscape Irrigation Sprinkler and Emitter Standard” that will establish requirements for landscape sprinklers and emitters. The new standard will address design, performance and uniform testing and assessment […]
May 23, 2012
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Ohio Contractor Wins ProPickup’s Super Crew Sweepstakes
Larry Coon, owner of Coon’s Excavating in Norwalk, Ohio, will be turning a few of his employee’s heads when the 71-year-old pulls into the parking lot in a customized and fully equipped Ford F-250 Super Duty he just won in ProPickup magazine’s Super Crew Sweepstakes. ProPickup magazine, one of TLC’s sister publications, pulled Coon’s name […]
May 23, 2012
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Dame’s rocket is threat as invasive weed
Dame’s rocket has escaped from gardens and is rapidly invading the surrounding landscapes. Left unchecked, this beautiful, yet lethal plant will wreak havoc on the natural environment, threatening the survival of native plants and degrading habitat and water quality. Dame’s rocket (Hesperis matronalis) is a tall, short-lived perennial, which produces white, pink or purple flowers […]
May 22, 2012
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Katana turf herbicide receives California registration
PBI/Gordon announced that its Katana turf herbicide received registration with the State of California Department of Pesticide Regulation, allowing Katana to be marketed and sold in the state for the first time. Katana has been registered and available previously in 30 other states and the U.S. territory of Guam. Katana Turf Herbicide is the latest […]
May 22, 2012
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Club Car: New Cab System for Carryalls
Increases Ventilation, Visibility and Weather Protection. Optional ROPS and FOPS. Augusta, Ga. (May 22, 2012) – Until recently, Club Car Carryall users were limited to a one-size-fits-all cab, regardless of weather conditions or applications. That left some users in the cold; others, on the hot seat.But that’s no longer true. Users can now customize their […]
May 22, 2012
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Green Roof for Harrah’s Cherokee
When the expansion to Harrah’s Cherokee Casino & Hotel is completed, guests will be welcomed under a green roof situated atop the canopy at the casino’s main entrance. The LiveRoof Hybrid Green Roof System from LiveRoof was selected for the 22,800-square-foot project. Riverbend Nursery, a wholesale container nursery in LiveRoof’s national network of licensed regional growers, cultivated the green roof plants.
May 22, 2012
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Install a French drain
A French drain can solve many drainage dilemmas. It can divert run-off wherever water pools, collects or threatens building and landscape installations. Since a French drain can be covered with turf or mulch after installation, it’s also virtually invisible.
May 18, 2012
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Stop Ethanol Harm
Bob’s Outdoor Power Equipment in Vestavia Hills, Alabama, has been selling and servicing all types of landscape equipment for 25 years. Owner, Daryl Carr, estimates 90 percent of the repair problems that come into his shop are gas-related issues. “On a two-stroke, it’s more of an issue than with a four-stroke engine,” he says. “In […]
May 15, 2012
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Growing pains: Adding a nursery
It begins with a logical question: Why should I pay a wholesale distributor or plant broker for my landscape plants and trees when I could grow them myself? After all, most landscapers are good with plants, soil and maintenance, and already have a built-in customer base: their clients.
May 15, 2012
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Ryan launches redesigned website
Ryan, a turf renovation equipment manufacturer, launched its redesigned website, ryanturf.com. The company’s goal for the website was to make it easier for customers to find appropriate products for their turf care needs. The site is also a resource for professional and homeowner users. A new “Additional Resources” section provides an assortment of turf care […]
May 15, 2012
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Gojo launches giveaway promotion
Gojo Industries will give away prizes to employees in the automotive, construction, manufacturing, mining and utilities industries as part of The Great Gojo Giveaway. The promotion, which runs through June 14, give employees in these tough soil industries the chance to win the grand prize, an 11-drawer tool chest valued at more than $4,000. Gojo […]
May 14, 2012
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Gravely partners with driver Aric Almirola, No. 43 car
Aric Almirola and the No. 43 Ford team plan to mow down the competition at Darlington (South Carolina) Raceway this week with a new partner: Gravely Professional Mowers. The maker of commercial lawn and garden equipment will see its bright red paint scheme on the team’s Sprint Cup Series car for one of NASCAR’s most […]
May 10, 2012
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Western Star marks Oregon plant anniversary
Western Star Truck Sales recognized the 10th anniversary of its Portland, Oregon, truck manufacturing plant. Currently employing more than 1,000 people working two full shifts and based in Fort Mill, South Carolina, the plant produces the full line of Western Star products including the 4700, 4800, 4900 and 6900 truck models. Relocating to the Daimler Trucks […]
May 10, 2012
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Holt Cat hires financial marketing manager
Erin Fogarty has joined the Holt Cat team as the financial marketing manager. Fogarty is responsible for leading Holt’s financial marketing team with offices in San Antonio, Austin, and Irving, Texas. Previously, Fogarty held the position of retail bank manager for Wells Fargo Bank. She has experience in a variety of different areas including the […]
May 9, 2012
Business
Are work trucks meeting your business needs?
Students from California State University, Chico are conducting a survey to look at ways to make buying work trucks and vans easier. Since the recession hit dealers, inventory went down 80 percent, leaving customers with limited choices. As a result, truck buyers are buying a work truck that does not meet their needs. The goal […]
May 3, 2012
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Grasshopper site calculates mower costs, emissions
Take the guess work out of mower fuel prices with Grasshopper’s website, grasshopperfuelsavings.com. By entering your gasoline, diesel or propane price; number of mowers; and the annual mowing hours per machine, the site will calculate your fuel expenses. The results show the amount of fuel consumption, cost per hour and the annual fuel expense. You […]
May 2, 2012
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Creative Vision
Ken Noll’s Garden Kingdom started with a romantic vision but has succeeded with pragmatic experience.
May 1, 2012
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Building a Future
A fun day draws a new generation to landscaping, pets we dig, five tips to improve your business and the reader tip of the month are featured.
May 1, 2012
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