http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape Landscape Management offers news, product reviews, technical updates, and management solutions for landscape contractors, professional lawn care operators, sports turf managers, and in-house grounds managers. 2008-11-22T02:15:54Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Today%27s+Featured+Product/Boxer-Power-Barrow/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/567601?ref=25 The new Boxer 106 Power Barrow is a motorized, four-wheel-drive wheelbarrow designed to move materials quickly and safely across terrains less navigable for traditional wheelbarrows and competing products. 2008-11-21T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/472008/567601/Boxer-125_thumbnail.jpg http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/472008/567601null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Green+Industry+News/IA-unveils-new-logo-and-tagline/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/567718?ref=25 The new logo communicates the critical link between irrigation and making things grow 2008-11-21T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/472008/567718null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Green+Industry+News/Double-productivity-while-on-cruise-control/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/567512?ref=25 Turfco's patent-pending T3000 sprayer-spreader sets a new standard for applicators, thanks to its 'user designers' 2008-11-20T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/472008/567512null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Green+Industry+News/Chalet-sponsors-Win-a-Landscape-for-a-Cause/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/567406?ref=25 "We feel called to give back to the North Shore community that has supported us for more than 90 years,? said Larry Thalmann, III, Chalet president. 2008-11-20T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/472008/567406null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Green+Industry+News/The-Liquid-Fence-Co-to-distribute-CowPots/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/567510?ref=25 Matt Freund, inventor of CowPots manure fiber-based growing pots, has announced a distribution partnership with The Liquid Fence Co. of Brodheadsville, PA. 2008-11-20T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/472008/567510null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Green+Industry+News/JLG-breaks-ground-on-new-China-facility/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/567511?ref=25 JLG Industries breaks ground on new manufacturing facility in China to serve Asian access equipment markets. 2008-11-20T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/472008/567511null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Green+Industry+News/Nikko-Tanaka-Engineering-USA-to-be-absorbed-into-H/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/567513?ref=25 According to both manufacturers, this will improve business efficiencies, allowing the product lines to collaborate and benefit from technological innovations — as well as share in R&D endeavors going forward. 2008-11-20T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/472008/567513null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Green+Industry+News/SIMA-accepting-applications-for-2009-Snow-Warrior-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/567182?ref=25 The Snow Warrior Awards honor those who have demonstrated commitment to the snow and ice industry through continuous involvement, enthusiasm and leadership. 2008-11-19T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/472008/567182null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Green+Industry+News/Arysta-LifeScience-TampO-Announces-New-Mid-Atlanti/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/567032?ref=25 Arysta LifeScience North America turf & ornamental products announces the addition of Todd Mason, territory sales manager, to its sales group. 2008-11-19T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/472008/567032null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Green+Industry+News/Toro-Commercial-Mowers-Begin-Shipping-in-Returnabl/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/567030?ref=25 Toro Saves Dealers Green by Going Green 2008-11-19T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/472008/567030null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/GIE-Podcast-Dr-Charles-Silcox/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/566801?ref=25 Dr. Charles Silcox, Turf & Ornamental Product Development Manager for DuPont Professional Products, sits down with Landscape Management and discusses grub control trends, tips and new technology at GIE+EXPO. 2008-11-18T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/472008/566801null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/GIE-Podcast-Matt-Broscious/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/566803?ref=25 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Matt Broscious, Tierney Communications' vice president, interviews Jennifer Lemcke, Weed Man USA's COO, as part of a role-playing exercise. Broscious and Steve Albertini, Tierney's executive vice president, spearheaded four hours of "Green Industry Communications Training," presented by Bayer Environmental Science in partnership with the Professional Landcare Network (PLANET). The training took place at PLANET's Green Industry Conference in Louisville, KY, on Oct. 25 -- just four days before Albertini's beloved Philadelphia Phillies captured their first world championship since 1980. 2008-11-18T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/472008/566803null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/GIE-Podcast-Phil-Fogarty/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/566804?ref=25 Phil Fogarty is so humbled and touched that he's at a loss for words when the Professional Landcare Network (PLANET) presented him with its 2008 Lifetime Leadership Award on Oct. 25. In addition to helping found, and organize for 12 years, PLANET's annual Renewal & Remembrance at Arlington National Cemetery, Fogarty is president and owner of Cleveland-based Crowley's Vegetation Control, a Weed Man franchise owner and co-owner of Growing Opportunities LLC, a Weed Man subfranchisor in Ohio, Western Pennsylvania and Western New York. 2008-11-18T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/472008/566804null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Today%27s+Featured+Product/Mow-Aerator-from-GAILCO-Innovations/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/566668?ref=25 The new Mow-Aerator from GAILCO Innovations is a simple set of brackets and 1.5-in. spikes made of .125-in. cold rolled steel that attaches to a riding mower's tires. 2008-11-17T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/472008/566668/Mow-Aerator_125_thumbnail.jpg http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/472008/566668/Mow-Aerator_300_main.jpg http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/472008/566668null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Green+Industry+News/NTF-pushes-turfgrass-agenda-in-Washington-DC/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/566473?ref=25 National Turfgrass Foundation will retain a lobbyist to work on issues, and will develop a strategic plan in 2009. 2008-11-17T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/472008/566473null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Green+Industry+News/PGMS-announces-scholarship-winners/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/566380?ref=25 PGMS offers the Anne Seaman Memorial Scholarship to those interested in pursuing higher education in grounds management. 2008-11-16T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/472008/566380null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Green+Industry+News/Ariens-Creates-Gravely-Turf-Line/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/566215?ref=25 Local Service for Public Facility Managers to be Provided through Dealers. 2008-11-14T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/462008/566215null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/When-to-Hire-an-Arborist/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/565520?ref=25 Know when the job is too big. 2008-11-14T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/462008/565520null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Green+Industry+News/King-launches-dual-function-mulch-spreading-traile/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/566212?ref=25 King Inc. introduced the Mulch King landscaping trailer at the Ohio Landscape Association’s WinterGreen Expo & Conference held at Cleveland’s IX Center. 2008-11-14T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/462008/566212null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Green+Industry+News/Ariens-teams-with-Stormy-Kromer-for-promotions/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/566217?ref=25 The outdoor equipment manufacturer and apparel company have introduced a national advertising initiative that will include an opportunity to register for a chance to win an Ariens Compact Sno-Thro or a $400 Stormy Kromer apparel gift pack. 2008-11-14T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/462008/566217null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Color/Northwest-Color-Heliopsis-Tuscan-Sun/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/565525?ref=25 A breakthrough in heliopsis breeding, this perennial sunflower has a compact habit and tremendous flower power. 2008-11-14T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/462008/565525null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Livescapes/Northeast-Ornamental-Philadelphus-Snow-White-Sensa/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/565527?ref=25 An old-fashioned favorite, Philadelphus is a deciduous shrub with a graceful, fountain-like habit and snow white blooms of the sweetest fragrance. 2008-11-14T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/462008/565527null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Green+Industry+News/NJ-Senator-proposes-landscaper-licensing/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/566218?ref=25 New Jersey Sen. Nicholas Scutari has introduced Senate Bill No. 2302, which provides for the licensure of landscape professionals and registration of professional landscape businesses. 2008-11-14T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/462008/566218null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Green+Industry+News/ANLA-OFA-partner-to-exchange-educational-program-a/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/566224?ref=25 The American Nursery and Landscape Association and OFA - an Association of Floriculture Professionals, are announcing a partnership to exchange member pricing benefits for key programs in 2009. 2008-11-14T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/462008/566224null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Livescapes/Southeast-Tree-Peach-Elberta-Prunus-elberta/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/565526?ref=25 The most popular of all peaches, Elberta is both ornamental and highly productive. 2008-11-14T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/462008/565526null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Green+Industry+News/Interiorscape-Industry-Coalition-convenes/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/566221?ref=25 The Atlanta meeting was initiated and attended by the Professional Landcare Network’s (PLANET’s) Interior Specialty Group Chair Chris Raimondi, CLP, and moderated by Terry Anderson, CLP, of the National Interiorscape Network. 2008-11-14T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/462008/566221null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Today%27s+Featured+Product/Caterpillar-mulcher-for-skid-steer-and-multi-terra/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/565727?ref=25 Caterpillar has introduced the HM315 Mulcher designed for the Caterpillar C-Series and earlier skid steer loaders and multi terrain loaders equipped with XPS hydraulics. 2008-11-13T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/462008/565727/Cat_mulcher_thumbnail_thumbnail.jpg http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/462008/565727/Cat_mulcher_main_main.jpg http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/462008/565727null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Today%27s+Featured+Product/Agri-Fab-SmartSWEEP-44/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/565609?ref=25 Sweeping up lawn debris just got easier. Agri-Fab has announce its newest innovation in lawn sweepers: the SmartSweep 44". 2008-11-12T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/462008/565609/Agri-Fab_SmartSweep_thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/462008/565609/Agri-Fab_SmartSweep_main_main.jpg http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/462008/565609null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Today%27s+Featured+Product/The-Fecon-built-Steel-Track-Undercarriage/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/565591?ref=25 The Fecon built Steel Track Undercarriage is available for the FTX148-L for durability on the roughest terrains. 2008-11-12T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/462008/565591/fecon_ftx_148l_steel_i_thumbnail.jpg http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/462008/565591/fecon_ftx_148l_steel_main.jpg http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/462008/565591null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Green+Industry+News/Scotts-Miracle-Gro-moves-to-fill-void-left-by-depa/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/565598?ref=25 Scotts in discussions with retail partners to provide private-label brand lawn fertilizers and growing media products 2008-11-12T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/462008/565598null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/On+the+Record/More-than-just-a-pretty-picture/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/565522?ref=25 Think of landscape plans not as a nuisance, but as an integral part of your sales, management and installation. 2008-11-12T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/462008/565522null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Green+Industry+News/Converted-Organics-partnering-with-ADM-to-produce-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/565339?ref=25 Converted Organics will be in position to become a major distribution channel for the ADM NaturStim product line to the U.S. professional turfgrass market. 2008-11-11T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/462008/565339null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Green+Industry+News/Management-Clinic-offers-sessions-on-meeting-chall/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/565056?ref=25 The annual ANLA event, set for Feb. 6-9 in Louisville, KY, will also explore new revenue opportunities. 2008-11-10T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/462008/565056null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Green+Industry+News/Comments-sought-for-Ontario-pesticide-ban/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/564777?ref=25 If the measure passes, Ontario will join Quebec in instituting province-wide bans. Several other Canadian provinces are being pressured by activist groups to implement similar bans on the "cosmetic use" of pesticides on lawns. 2008-11-10T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/462008/564777null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Green+Industry+News/EPA-registers-Disarm-G-fungicide/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/564772?ref=25 Arysta LifeScience North America turf and ornamental products has received label registration from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for Disarm G granular formulation strobilurin fungicide. 2008-11-10T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/462008/564772null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Green+Industry+News/New-managing-director-for-IronPlanet-Europe/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/564773?ref=25 IronPlanet, an online auction company for used construction and agricultural equipment, recently appointed Tom Cornell to the position of managing director of its European operations. 2008-11-10T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/462008/564773null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Green+Industry+News/Growing-the-green/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/565166?ref=25 New LebanonTurf Stabilizing Nitrogen (LSN) and NutriLife Catalyzed Fertilizer arm turf care pros in their daily battles against oil-based price hikes by cutting their fertilizer needs 20% to 40% while delivering improved, sustained greening and growth. 2008-11-10T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/462008/565166null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Green+Industry+News/Girard-Environmental-Services-promotes-Alan-Wing/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/565165?ref=25 Division Manager Alan Wing is now vice president of operations for the Sanford, FL-based company. 2008-11-10T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/462008/565165null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Green+Industry+News/Ariens-to-work-with-middle-school-students-on-proj/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/565164?ref=25 Ariens Co. has signed a letter of intent to enter into an agreement with two Iowa middle school students to produce and distribute "Mega Melter," an invention they designed as part of the Invent Iowa program. 2008-11-10T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/462008/565164null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Special+Report/PLANET-honors-recipients-of-Judges-Award/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/564630?ref=25 The Professional Landcare Network (PLANET) is pleased to announce that the judging panel of this year's Environmental Improvement Awards Program has awarded the prestigious Judges' Award to three exceptional projects of superior quality. 2008-11-07T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/452008/564630null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Special+Report/Van-Roessel-named-first-time-PLANET-Promise-Award-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/564624?ref=25 The Professional Landcare Network (PLANET) is pleased to announce the recipient of the new PLANET Promise Award — John van Roessel, CLP, of JVR Landscape in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. 2008-11-07T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/452008/564624null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Special+Report/OSHA-signs-new-alliance-with-PLANET/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/564631?ref=25 Focus on material handling; slip, trip, and fall hazards; and motor vehicle safety 2008-11-07T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/452008/564631null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Special+Report/PLANET-honors-Association-Partner-of-the-Year/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/564622?ref=25 The Professional Landcare Network (PLANET) is pleased to announce that the Associated Landscape Contractors of Colorado (ALCC) is the recipient of PLANET's 2008 Association Partner of the Year Award. 2008-11-07T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/452008/564622null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Special+Report/PLANETs-calendar-of-events/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/564626?ref=25 The Professional Landcare Network (PLANET) ensures that the green industry will flourish by cultivating the personal, professional, and business growth of those who enhance the world's landscapes. 2008-11-07T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/452008/564626null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Special+Report/PLANET-announces-Association-Executive-Partner-of-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/564621?ref=25 The Professional Landcare Network (PLANET) honored Kristen Fefes, CAE, executive director of the Associated Landscape Contractors of Colorado (ALCC), with its 2008 Association Executive Partner of the Year Award. 2008-11-07T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/452008/564621null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Special+Report/PLANET-members-recognized-for-community-service-wo/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/564628?ref=25 The Professional Landcare Network (PLANET) is pleased to announce the recipients of PLANET's 2008 Community Service Recognition Awards. 2008-11-07T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/452008/564628null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Special+Report/PLANET-announces-new-STARS-Safe-Company-Program-Me/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/564632?ref=25 The Professional Landcare Network (PLANET) is pleased to announce the addition of three lawn care and landscape companies to the roster of participants in the STARS Safe Company Program, sponsored by CNA and Husqvarna 2008-11-07T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/452008/564632null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Special+Report/Phil-Fogarty-Receives-PLANETs-Lifetime-Leadership-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/564625?ref=25 The Professional Landcare Network (PLANET) is pleased to announce that it presented Phil Fogarty of Weed Man/Lake County, Euclid, Ohio, with its 2008 Lifetime Leadership Award at the recent PLANET Green Industry Conference in Louisville, Kentucky. 2008-11-07T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/452008/564625null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Special+Report/PLANET-recognizes-2008-Partner-in-Success/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/564619?ref=25 The Professional Landcare Network (PLANET) is pleased to announce that Husqvarna is the recipient of PLANET's 2008 Partner in Success Award. 2008-11-07T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/452008/564619null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Green+Industry+News/Homebuilding-picture-expected-to-brighten-late-09/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/564454?ref=25 Landscapers are not likely to experience an uptick in the residential market until the excess inventory in new homes is reduced. 2008-11-07T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/452008/564454null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Green+Industry+News/CropLife-Canada-says-pesticides-get-rigorous-testi/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/564536?ref=25 "Health and safety are key commitments for our industry," says Peter MacLeod, vice president of chemistry with CropLife Canada. 2008-11-07T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/452008/564536null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Special+Report/PLANET-releases-new-customizable-emGreen-Industry-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/564617?ref=25 The Professional Landcare Network (PLANET) released its new, Green Industry Employee Handbook publication at the association?s annual Green Industry Conference, which was held last month in Louisville, Kentucky. 2008-11-07T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/452008/564617null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Green+Industry+News/Canadian-groups-blast-NAFTA-over-pesticide-ban/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/564533?ref=25 On Monday, Nov. 10, CAPE will be delivering to Parliament the first 10,000 petitions collected as part of its "Petition on Pesticides" campaign. The initiative calls for a ban on toxic lawn chemicals right across the country. 2008-11-07T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/452008/564533null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Special+Report/PLANET-Leadership-pledges-25000-to-PLANET-AEF/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/564337?ref=25 The Professional Landcare Network (PLANET) is pleased to announce that the PLANET 2008/2009 Board of Directors and Chief Operating Officer (COO) have donated $25,000 to the PLANET Academic Excellence Foundation (PLANET AEF) scholarship fund. 2008-11-06T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/452008/564337null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Green+Industry+News/ANLAs-Horticulture-Research-Institute-announces-08/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/564321?ref=25 HRI has directed more than $4.9 million of industry funds to some 600-research projects covering the full range of production, environmental and business issues important to the trade. 2008-11-06T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/452008/564321null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Livescapes-2009-Editorial-Calendar/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/564257?ref=25 Livescapes 2009 Editorial Calendar 2008-11-06T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/452008/564257null PDF http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Special+Report/PLANET-announces-overall-safety-achievement-award-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/564338?ref=25 The Professional Landcare Network (PLANET) is pleased to announce its Overall Safety Achievement Award winners for 2007. 2008-11-06T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/452008/564338null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Green+Industry+News/Minnesota-contractor-named-first-ever-WaterSense-o/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/563707?ref=25 Timothy Malooly is the owner of two irrigation companies and has been in the industry for 27 years. 2008-11-06T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/452008/563707null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Special+Report/Professional-Landcare-Network-PLANET-launched-Day-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/564336?ref=25 The Professional Landcare Network (PLANET) announced a new volunteer initiative called PLANET Day of Service at the general session of the Green Industry Conference in Louisville, Kentucky, on October 23, 2008. 2008-11-06T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/452008/564336null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Special+Report/PLANET-announces-student-career-days-major-sponsor/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/564335?ref=25 The Professional Landcare Network (PLANET) is pleased to announce the sponsors for its 33rd annual Student Career Days (SCD). 2008-11-06T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/452008/564335null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Special+Report/Make-the-2009-PLANET-Executive-Forum-a-family-affa/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/564333?ref=25 The magic of Disney awaits business owners, managers, and their families at the Professional Landcare Network (PLANET) 2009 Executive Forum, February 19?22, 2009, at Disney's Beach Club Resort, Walt Disney World Resort. 2008-11-06T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/452008/564333null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Green+Industry+News/EPA-honors-Ball/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/564329?ref=25 Ball Horticultural Co. has been awarded the 2008 Conservation and Native Landscaping Award from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and Chicago Wilderness. 2008-11-06T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/452008/564329null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Special+Report/Professional-Landcare-Networks-annual-green-indust/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/564331?ref=25 This year's Professional Landcare Network (PLANET) Green Industry Conference (GIC) and the GIE+EXPO in Louisville, Kentucky, drew green industry professionals from across the country. 2008-11-06T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/452008/564331null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Landscape-Management-2009-Editorial-Calendar/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/564261?ref=25 Landscape Management 2009 Editorial Calendar 2008-11-06T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/452008/564261null PDF http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Green+Industry+News/Tampa-area-residents-continue-to-face-tough-irriga/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/564313?ref=25 Lawn watering is allowed just once a week, water in decorative fountains cut from 8 to 4 hours daily. 2008-11-06T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/452008/564313null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Green+Industry+News/Turfco-Direct-Introduces-T3000-applicator-riding-s/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/564328?ref=25 The stand-on riding applicator operates with ease, minimizes operator strain, and increases productivity. 2008-11-06T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/452008/564328null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Green+Industry+News/Save-Small-Business-targets-lame-duck-congress-for/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/563436?ref=25 Congress' failure to renew this successful program now threatens to force thousands of businesses across the United States to close, and thousands of Americans to lose their jobs. 2008-11-05T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/452008/563436null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Green+Industry+News/John-Deere-acquires-full-ownership-of-ReGen-Techno/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/563007?ref=25 Deere & Co. said the operations, of which it previously owned 50%, will be more fully integrated with remanufacturing operations in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, and the overall name of the business will be John Deere Reman. 2008-11-04T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/452008/563007null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Green+Industry+News/Syngenta-names-new-territory-manager/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/563016?ref=25 Before joining Syngenta Professional Products' Lawn & Garden team, Douglas Rider was the golf course superintendent at Brandywine Country Club in Wilmington, DE. 2008-11-04T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/452008/563016null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Green+Industry+News/Dow-AgroSciences-to-present-ProFume-research-at-co/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/563011?ref=25 Researchers from Dow AgroSciences will be presenting papers during the annual International Research Conference on Methyl Bromide Alternatives and Emissions Reductions, taking place Nov. 11-14 in Orlando, FL. 2008-11-04T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/452008/563011null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Green+Industry+News/Cub-Cadet-introduces-4x4-compact-tractor/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/563005?ref=25 Cub Cadet and Cub Cadet Yanmar have each released the Volunteer 4X4D and the Ex450 compact tractor, respectively. 2008-11-04T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/452008/563005null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Green+Industry+News/Work-Truck-Show-gears-up-for-2009/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/563010?ref=25 The Work Truck Show 2009 and 45th Annual National Truck Equipment Association (NTEA)Convention are taking place March 3-6 in Chicago. 2008-11-04T05:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/452008/563010null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Working+Smarter/Working-Smarter-Observation-is-the-key-to-growth/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/566260?ref=25 Often times, we're too busy being busy. We need to take time to stop and observe routine processes. 2008-11-01T04:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/462008/566260null XML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Jacobs%27+Journal/Jacobs-Journal-Preserving-best-practices/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/566252?ref=25 Only the memories you want to retain are your company's best practices. 2008-11-01T04:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/462008/566252null XML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/LM+Reports/LM-Reports-Pumps-and-irrigation-controls/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/566264?ref=25 Product round-up 2008-11-01T04:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/462008/566264null XML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Cover+Story/Cover-Story-Field-of-teams/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/566256?ref=25 Ruppert's winning spirit re-emerges — whispering from the rustling corn stalks, 'If you rebuild it, they will come back' 2008-11-01T04:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/462008/566256null XML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Feature/Creating-a-Sustainable-Garden/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/562635?ref=25 For Daniel Lowery, APLD, of Washington-State-based Queen Anne Gardens, designing a garden is much more than just sketching a nice layout and specifying plants. With each carefully made decision Lowery is not only helping his clients succeed, he's supporting a much larger purpose: creating more sustainable and environmentally friendly gardens. 2008-11-01T04:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/442008/562635null XML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/New+Products/New-Products/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/562639?ref=25 New Products 2008-11-01T04:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/442008/562639null XML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Feature+article/Scrambled-eggs-and-sustainable-landscapes/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/566253?ref=25 Landscape company owners and managers discuss sustainability at the PLANET Green Industry Conference in Louisville, KY 2008-11-01T04:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/462008/566253null XML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Problem+Solver/Problem-Solver/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/566255?ref=25 How do you deal with disappointing displays around and at the base of trees? 2008-11-01T04:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/462008/566255null XML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Columns/Fight-economic-fears-with-business-strategy/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/562629?ref=25 The headlines these days are enough to make any landscape contractor worry, and rightly so. The stock market's ups and (mostly) downs, the mortgage crisis and talk of frozen lending have small businesses wishing all they have to fear are higher energy prices. 2008-11-01T04:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/442008/562629null XML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Columns/Using-the-latest-varieties/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/562631?ref=25 The gardening world seems to love new varieties. Sure, everyone has their favorite oldies and goodies, but the lure of something new is almost irresistible. It adds excitement to the garden — almost a badge of honor to have and succeed with the latest, most unique variety. 2008-11-01T04:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/442008/562631null XML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Green+Industry+News/California-braces-for-yet-another-dry-year/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/562628?ref=25 Department of Water Resources allocation reflects the low carryover storage levels in the state's major reservoirs, ongoing drought conditions and court ordered restrictions on water deliveries from the Delta. 2008-11-01T04:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/442008/562628null HTML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Columns/Look-ahead-in-difficult-times/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/562630?ref=25 The good times will come again, and as America does the necessary work to be prepared, what are you doing to ensure that your business is too? 2008-11-01T04:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/442008/562630null XML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Legally+Speaking/Legally-Speaking/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/566254?ref=25 Reviewing complaints to the chamber of commerce and taking a look at contract disclaimers 2008-11-01T04:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/462008/566254null XML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Technology/Marketing-for-2009/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/566262?ref=25 Inform your customers about the reasons behind the treatments you use, and why they are the best choice. 2008-11-01T04:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/462008/566262null XML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Whit%27s+World/Whits-World-Great-teachers-live-on/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/566265?ref=25 Sooner or later all great teachers die — but in many ways they live on in the minds, hearts and works of their best students. 2008-11-01T04:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/462008/566265null XML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Lawn+Care+Pro/Lawn-Care-Pro-Robert-Palmer/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/566257?ref=25 Robert Palmer, Owner, Weed Pro 2008-11-01T04:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/462008/566257null XML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Feature/Picking-the-Right-Colors-for-2009/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/562637?ref=25 When it's time to plan your color choices, it's a safe bet to go with what has worked in the past. But colors fall in and out of favor, so you have to stay current. Hot new colors that are all the rage in the fashion and home décor industries are going to be in demand by your clients. 2008-11-01T04:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/442008/562637null XML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Feature/Still-Standing/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/562634?ref=25 When it comes to trees and storms, as in most of life, there are victims and there are survivors. 2008-11-01T04:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/442008/562634null XML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Columns/Why-was-sycamore-leaf-out-so-poor/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/562632?ref=25 Q This year many sycamore trees are leafing out poorly. Some of the first produced leaves were completely discolored brown-black. On some leaves we found typical symptoms of anthracnose. It is hard to believe that anthracnose alone can cause this extensive of a problem. Our question is what to do now? How to mange this problem?— OH 2008-11-01T04:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/442008/562632null XML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/InfoTech/InfoTech-TV-ads-fight-for-eyes-and-ears/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/566263?ref=25 This expanded choice of programming reduces the effectiveness of commercials on local TV stations. 2008-11-01T04:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/462008/566263null XML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Best+Practices/Best-Practices-Attain-Trusted-Advisor-status/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/566258?ref=25 'Trust Busters' include failing to follow through, overpromising, and surprising customers with large bills. 2008-11-01T04:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/462008/566258null XML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/On+the+Record/On-the-Record-Lets-dump-the-negative/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/566251?ref=25 While we can't escape the recent economic trauma, we do remain in control of the success or failure of our businesses. 2008-11-01T04:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/462008/566251null XML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Business+Benchmarking/Business-Benchmarking-Be-different-Keep-your-word/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/566259?ref=25 So much of the sales process has little to do with the greatness of the design; it has much more to do with the psychology of the buyer. 2008-11-01T04:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/462008/566259null XML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/New+Products/Whats-New/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/562638?ref=25 What's New 2008-11-01T04:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/442008/562638null XML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/News/Regional-Report/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/562633?ref=25 Bailey Nurseries will consolidate various aspects of Sherman Nursery into Bailey Nurseries. The consolidation will progress through June 2009. Production operations will remain in Charles City, IA, and will be named Bailey Nurseries, Sherman Division. 2008-11-01T04:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/442008/562633null XML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Project+Portfolio/Project-Portfolio/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/566261?ref=25 An "old Kentucky home" receives a property-wide facelift. 2008-11-01T04:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/462008/566261null XML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Feature/Bogged-Down/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/562636?ref=25 Poorly drained, marshy areas can be a challenge for landscape professionals and homeowners alike. Excessive moisture can displace soil oxygen and suffocate the roots of many shrubs, trees and perennials, and even make it difficult to maintain many grasses. 2008-11-01T04:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/442008/562636null XML http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/Green+Industry+News/New-Briggs-amp-Stratton-Web-site-focuses-on-commer/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/562192?ref=25 Visitors can findl engines, locate product support, and participate in user-generated content on commercial engines. 2008-10-30T04:00:00Z http://www.landscapemanagement.net/landscape/data/articlestandard/landscape/442008/562192null HTML