Judy Altmaier, vice president and general manager of Exmark, will be retiring on Jan. 4, 2019. Daryn Walters has been selected to succeed Altmaier as general manager for Exmark. Altmaier has been with The Toro Co., the parent company of Exmark, since October 2009. After nearly four years in operations at Toro, Altmaier returned to her native Nebraska to take over... read more
The Toro Co. now offers a stand-on spreader-sprayer to complement its turf renovation product line. This innovative machine makes spreading and spraying turf properties easier with Lean to Steer technology, intuitive controls and large capacity hopper and spray tank in a compact design. Toro’s unique Lean to Steer technology allows the operator to control forward/reverse and left/right steering with one... read more
To recognize those who serve in the United States military and those who serve their communities across the country, The Toro Co. released a new equipment discount program, called the “American Hero program.” Under the program, current or former military members, firefighters and police officers are eligible to save 18 percent off the manufacturer suggested retail price of Toro landscape contractor equipment.... read more
Horticulture and landscape students who attended the 38th annual Professional Landcare Network (PLANET) Student Career Days in Fort Collins, Colo., in March, learned more about environmentally friendly business practices from a workshop sponsored by the Toro Co. The environmental sustainability workshop presented by Toro’s chief agronomist, Van Cline, Ph.D., focused on the need for efficient use of resources and technology... read more
BLOOMINGTON, MN — This year marks the fifth annual Athletic Field Maintenance Forums hosted by The Toro Company, Diamond Pro and Beacon Athletics. The Forums are a series of educational seminars that highlight best practices in sports field management for the turf industry. The comprehensive sessions combine hands-on and classroom instruction with proven techniques and skills to enhance field maintenance knowledge. The Forums seminars... read more
