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GREEN INDUSTRY EVENTS View LM's calendar for a full list of industry events. LANDSCAPES 2019 Conference [October 15-18] GIE+EXPO 2019 [October 16-18] 2019 Hardscape North America Trade Show [October 16-18] The Grow Group — 2019 Elite Retreat: Operational Excellence [November 19-21] Marty's Super Sales Bootcamp [December 10] CURRENT ISSUE >Use software to connect with more customers >Get grubs gone >Advice for choosing the right trencher TOP HEADLINES NALP creates professional network for women in landscaping The National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP) formed the Women in Landscape Network, a new community within the landscape and lawn care industry created for female professionals. >>More Heritage Landscape Supply acquires Denver-based supplier Heritage Landscape Supply acquired MCS Landscape Supply, a family-owned distributor of hardscape and landscape supplies. See what MCS President Tom Martinez had to say about the acquisition. >>More Growth model continues for Ewing with second New York location Ewing Irrigation & Landscape Supply’s growth continues as it opens up its seventh location within a year in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic. Find out more about Ewing's new location — its second in the state of New York. >>More Landscaping companies named on Inc. 5000 list Several members of the landscaping industry were named on the 2019 Inc. 5000 list. The annual list honors the country’s fastest-growing, privately held companies. See who made the list. >>More >People on the Move: Promotions and appointments from The Greenery, Ewing and Profile Products     SPONSORED CONTENT Save time & money with HD aerial imagery What if you could save minutes, hours or even days to help your bottom line? It’s time to stop asking “what if” and start saving time & money with Nearmap HD aerial imagery. See. Bid. Win! All within minutes. Learn more TURF+ ORNAMENTAL Bayer launches Flex Solutions, reinvents how customers purchase products The turf and ornamental business of Bayer announced the launch of Flex Solutions — a new online ordering platform that gives customers the freedom and flexibility to create solutions with the products that best suit their needs. Find out how to take advantage of this program. >>More     SPONSORED CONTENT Better bags grow better lawns and businesses “You get what you pay for” is especially true for fertilizer. Knowing exactly what’s in your bag leads to smarter budget management and healthier lawns. See how blends with enhanced efficiency fertilizers offer better nutrient delivery to plants and more advantages for your business. Learn more MOWING+ MAINTENANCE BROUGHT TO YOU BY ECHO Exmark rolls out gas-powered 96-inch Lazer Z X-Series zero-turn mower Exmark introduced the gas-powered 96-inch Lazer Z X-Series zero-turn mower. Learn more and find out how to experience the new Lazer Z in person at GIE+EXPO. >>More     SPONSORED CONTENT Get 3 months free GPS vehicle tracking with Quartix This October, get three months free with any 12-month Quartix vehicle tracking contract! Save time | Save money | Live location | Free mobile app Learn more DESIGN/BUILD+ INSTALLATION BROUGHT TO YOU BY GIE+EXPO EGO unveils new auto-tensioning chainsaw EGO released the Power+ 18-inch cordless chainsaw. It features an auto-tensioning system that tightens with the twist of a dial and LED headlights. Learn more. >>More     SPONSORED CONTENT SiteOne Offers Contractors Powerful Online Ordering Website SiteOne Landscape Supply recently launched SiteOne Online, a mobile-friendly site that gives new productivity tools to contractors. After creating a free account, customers can place orders for pickup or delivery 24/7, plus search product availability at their branch and access customized pricing. Learn more IRRIGATION+ WATER MANAGEMENT Water World: A new apartment complex gets an irrigation facelift Grapids Irrigation designed and installed a 10-zone system for an apartment complex that was converted from an old church building. View the rest of the photos and find out what they used to get the job done. >>More SNOW+ ICE MANAGEMENT Fisher goes pink to support breast cancer awareness month During October, Fisher Engineering and SnowEx are going pink in support of breast cancer research, featuring limited-edition pink Fisher XV2 v-plows and lift arm kits. Learn how you can support the cause. >>More ON THE RECORD Insights from LM's editors and landscape industry leaders How to make intentional marketing that wins customers "Nowadays the best marketing is taking action because that’s what gets noticed," Jeff Korhan explains. Find out how to ensure that your company doesn't fall behind in its efforts to reach customers. >>More You are subscribed to LM Direct! as @{Email Name}@. 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