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Turfco’s T3100 spreader and sprayer provides 33-gallon capacity, increased spray area
The T3100 spreader and sprayer from Turfco is the latest addition to the company’s lineup and includes an optional 3-in-1 tank, bringing the spray capacity up to 33 gallons. The 3-in-1 acts as an auxiliary tank, so two separate liquids can be sprayed without changing equipment. The spray area is increased from 72,000 square feet […]
February 26, 2015
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7 tips on how to finance equipment this spring
Spring is right around the corner, and landscapers are taking a second look at their fleets to make sure they’re ready for the busy season. One thing to consider is financing or leasing equipment to help manage a fleet and cash flow. Here are seven tips for financing equipment from John Deere: Identify your equipment […]
February 26, 2015
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Landscaping can bring happiness, even for the homeless in L.A.
A 75-foot median strip in Los Angeles, California near Atwater Village has a diligent caretaker. Not a gardening club or government entity. It’s Jeff Harmes, a 46-year-old Colorado native who’s been homeless since he was a teenager. Los Angeles Times reporter Steve Lopez spoke with him about his personal beautification project and his life. Harmes’ past was […]
February 25, 2015
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Toro’s Van Cline to present workshop at PLANET’s 2015 Student Career Days
The Toro Company’s Van Cline, Ph.D, a chief agronomist, will present a workshop focusing on environmentally friendly business practices at PLANET’s 2015 Student Career Days. Toro will be one of several companies participating in the 39th annual Professional Landcare Network career days March 12-15. Students interested in horticulture and landscaping will attend the event, which will be […]
February 23, 2015
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Report shows landscapers see growth in 2014, expect even more through 2015
The third annual Green Industry Benchmark Report has been released, and it shows some encouraging findings, including major growth in 2014 and new hires this year. The two-month long survey, completed by HindSite Software, gathers the opinions of hundreds of owners and managers in the green industry business, including landscapers. The study shows attracting and keeping good […]
February 20, 2015
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John Deere Landscapes acquires Shemin Landscape Supply
John 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, 2015
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The nice guy’s guide to employees
There are thousands of solo landscapers around. My uncle Todd has been operating that way for over 15 years now. He has no intention to hire employees, but many solo operators do. The ability to do more work, make more money and perhaps spend more time in the office than the field makes hiring sound […]
February 17, 2015
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IA to offer classes, webinars throughout U.S. for professionals
The 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, 2015
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How sustainability helps your business thrive
Sustainability is more than a trendy phrase; it’s a concept that can improve your bottom line, expand your client base, and safeguard Mother Nature. Sustainability protects the building blocks of your business: Plants and people. “Most of us got into this industry because we love the earth,” says Jessi Bloom, owner of NW Bloom Ecological […]
February 12, 2015
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Why CTL sales are up and how to get the most out of yours
According to Equipment Data Associates numbers, compact track loaders accounted for roughly 20 percent of all financed equipment in 2014 by number of units. That’s a huge share. We asked our sources what they thought was driving these numbers. Did customers have a newfound appreciation for the inherent advantages – greater stability, lower ground pressure, […]
February 11, 2015
Business
Toro joins NHLA as supporting member
Recognizing the growth of the Hispanic-American community within the industry, The Toro Company is now a supporting member of the National Hispanic Landscape Alliance.
February 10, 2015
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Porous Pave saves 6 million pounds of rubber tires from entering landfills
Through December 2014, all of the Porous Pave manufactured and installed totaled approximately 6 million pounds of rubber recycled from 200,000 tires. Porous Pave is a porous and flexible surfacing material made of recycled rubber, aggregate and a binder. The shredding and processing of discarded tires produces the ¼-inch size rubber chips incorporated into Porous […]
February 9, 2015
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