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Women in the field: Challenges and opportunities faced as a minority

This is part one in a two-part series. The sequel article will publish on TLC tomorrow. Women have come a long way in the green industry....
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Technology roundup: Grasscalm artifical turf edging solutions available for download

Cadenas says it has devised a plan to help landscape architects, landscape gardeners and more solve the problem of trimming around the edges of lawns....
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People roundup: BrightView acquires Girard Environmental Services

BrightView Landscapes, LLC, recently announced their acquisition of Florida’s Girard Environmental Services, LLC (GES). Transaction terms were not disclosed. GES specializes in commercial landscape maintenance,...
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News roundup: Avant Tecno USA debuts electric articulated loaders

Avant Tecno USA will debut its fully electric, battery-powered articulated loaders at this year’s GIE+EXPO 2017 in Louisville, Kentucky. The company says that the Avant...
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THE FACTS ABOUT STABILIZED NITROGEN

Stabilized nitrogen products, sometimes called “inhibitors,” are often misunderstood. Their use extends the time that nitrogen remains in the form of urea or ammonium in the soil, but they’re not the same as slow or controlled-release fertilizers. While they do…
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Industry roundup: Briggs and Stratton expanding production in three states

On Wednesday, Briggs and Stratton Corp., Wauwatosa, Wisconsin-based, announced a “business optimization program,” which is expected to generate up to $35 million in savings annually...
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Gadgets and gear for keeping cool while working in the heat

By Don McLoud With temperatures hitting 90 degrees-plus, landscapers are looking for all kinds of ways to stay cool. They might even be tempted to...
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OSHA announces final ruling on respirable crystalline silica exposure

A final ruling to limit American worker’s exposure to respirable crystalline silica has been issued by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). By enacting...
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Product roundup: Exmark introduces spreader attachment for stand-on aerator

Exmark has introduced a spreader attachment for its stand-on aerator, which the company says enables landscape professionals to offer overseeding in conjunction with aeration programs....
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Memphis landscaper keeps focus on future as company prospers

Some people seem like they were born with an extra share of enthusiasm. When that aspect of their character is genuine, it can be inspirational....
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Researchers offer remedy for post-construction soil compaction

Researchers at Virginia Tech have developed a process that improves soil that has been compacted by construction crews. The method, called Soil Profile Rebuilding, improves...
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Ford seeks blue-collar buyers’ insights on Super Duty trucks

Over the last few years, Ford’s marketing department has worked really hard to make its F-Series pickups synonymous with blue-collar work. It was evident in...
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U.S. home construction bodes well for landscaping market

The start of construction on homes in the United States rebounded in November with gains in both single-family and apartment construction. Following a down October, home...