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News roundup: Turf rebate program extended as part of water conservation efforts

The program incentivizes residents to replace lawns to incorporate native plants, a rain capturing element and groundcover to help retain moisture in the soil.

October 16, 2017

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Industry roundup: Blue Thumb announces acquisition of LiquidArt

During LANDSCAPES 2017, the NALP will host workshops in conjunction with the GIE+EXPO trade show with several green industry professionals. Details on TLC!

September 26, 2017

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Industry roundup: GreenCare for Troops holds first Band Blitz fundraiser

GreenCare for Troops provides free lawn and landscape services to eligible military families and post-9/11 veterans. Read the story on Total Landscape Care!

September 19, 2017

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Green industry: STIHL celebrates relocation, opens Northeastern facility

STIHL celebrates the grand opening of their brand new 110,000-square-foot facility facility. Get other industry news on Toro right here on Total Landscape Care!

April 11, 2017

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Awards roundup: Toro names Urban Park Innovation Award winners

Heads Up Landscape Contractors, The Toro Company receive honors for ethical business practices as well as park renovations. Read more on Total Landscape Care!

March 21, 2017

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Toro taps company veteran as its new president, COO

Toro elected Richard M. Olson president and chief operating officer on Aug. 19. Olson, 51, will assume the role Sept. 1. He has worked for Toro for 29 years and will report to Michael J. Hoffman, chairman and CEO of the company. In his new role, Olson will oversee the company’s businesses and global operations. […]

August 20, 2015

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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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Famed American artist Robert Wyland to be keynote speaker at 2015 Irrigation Show & Education Conference

The time has come again for the Irrigation Association to start planning for its annual Irrigation Show & Education Conference. To kick things off, Robert Wyland, an American artist known for his large outdoor murals featuring life-size whales and other sea life, will be the keynote speaker for the 2015 Irrigation Show & Education Conference […]

February 5, 2015

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Toro helps save 9.8 billion gallons of water in Southern California

The Toro Company, in partnership with more than 30 water districts and cities in California, has helped water agencies reduce per capita water consumption in the past year. Through the FreeSprinklerNozzles.com program, which is a program launched by Riverside Public Utilities and Western Municipal Water District, has now replaced 1.3 million conventional, high-flow sprinkler nozzles […]

January 29, 2015

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Toro unveils 500, 700 EFI gas-powered utility vehicles

The Toro Company has launched two gas-powered electronic fuel injection utility vehicles. The 500 EFI and 700 EFI will be available this spring and support more than 40 different accessories. The models feature four-wheel-drive and can hold up to three people for transportation. Additionally, the models can be customized with accessories including windshields, cabs, plow […]

January 28, 2015

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Toro Announces Grant Recipients for ‘Green Spaces Make Great Places’ Program

With nearly 4,000 votes cast by the public, Toro has announced its grant recipients for the second annual ‘Green Spaces Make Great Places’ program.

December 3, 2014

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Toro Completes Acquisition of Boss for $227 Million

The Toro Company has officially completed the acquisition of the Boss professional snow and ice management business for approximately $227 million, subject to post-closing adjustments.

November 17, 2014