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Federal hiring freeze halts promising pollinator research
President Trump's executive order to freeze federal hiring has placed many researchers in limbo, including one studying the bee die-off issue. Read more on TLC!
February 7, 2017
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First bumblebee species listed under Endangered Species Act
The rusty patched bumblebee population had diminished by 87 percent over the past two decades. Learn more on Total Landscape Care!
January 14, 2017
The rusty patched bumblebees population had dwindled over the past two decades. Photo: Dan Mullen/Flickr
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Make poison safety as routine as your use of poison chemicals
For companies providing lawn care, working with pesticides is part of the job, but the proper precautions must be taken. Click for tips to keep workers safe.
November 8, 2016
Without the proper protection, landscapers can be exposed to toxic chemicals. Photo: jetsandzeppelins/Flickr
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Monsanto accepts sweetened offer from Bayer; hurdles remain
German chemical powerhouse Bayer has finally made an offer sweet enough to sway seed seller Monsanto to sell today. Click for more on the pesticide seed merger.
September 14, 2016
Werner Baumann (left), CEO of Bayer AG, and Hugh Grant, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Monsanto. Photo: Bayer
Business
For landscape workers, safe clothing counts in every season
Safety has to come first in landscaping. Click for a simple breakdown of what is suitable protective gear for certain situations, including advice from OSHA.
September 12, 2016
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Safety watch: Respiratory hazards can lurk all over landscaping job sites
The construction industry faces challenges when it comes to addressing respiratory hazard. Click to read more on how the threat that silica poses for workers.
August 31, 2016
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Maine landscapers have opportunity to gain organic certification
The Connecticut chapter of the Northeast Organic Farming Association (NOFA) is taking its course for professional on the road road to Maine. Click to read more.
June 27, 2016
Landscapes such as this one reflect a commitment to organic principles, such as the elimination of invasive plants. Photo: Edamarie Mattei
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Pesticide controversy often stems from faulty application
In recent years, pesticides have been making quite a splash across the news and landscaping. Click to read more on where there may be a disconnect in the industry.
June 23, 2016
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Pollinator activists wrap up tour in truck filled with dead bees
The Keep the Hives Alive Tour, aimed at saving pollinators like bees, wrapped up at EPA headquarters this week. Click to read more on the cross country feat.
June 22, 2016
Activists rally outside of EPA’s headquarters to urge the banning of bee-toxic pesticides. Photo: Keep The Hives Alive Tour
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Show your clients how they can help pollinators thrive
Bee pollination accounts for more than $15 billion in increased crop production value each year. Click to read more on why it's important to help pollinators thrive.
May 5, 2016
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Nurseries, large growers prepare for new pesticide rules
It's not too early to begin preparing for compliance with new Pesticide Worker Protection Standards (WPS) approved by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
April 26, 2016
According to Senior Vice President of AmericanHort Craig Regelbrugge, “virtually every nursery and greenhouse operation that hires labor beyond the family, and uses pesticides in the production of plants, will be affected.”
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Scotts Miracle-Gro to eliminate neonics from Ortho products
While scientific studies of so-called “neonics” differ on whether they are harmful to pollinators, Ortho has decided to phase out use of the chemical next year.
April 13, 2016
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