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MARCH 19, 2020
 
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Updated coverage: How landscape companies are handling COVID-19 concerns
 
Companies are offering webinars to help landscape company owners make sense of the business implications of the coronavirus (COVID-19) and providing tips to communicate with employees. Find out more in our updated news coverage.
 
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BrightView acquires Georgia landscape company
 
BrightView acquired 4 Seasons Landscape Group, a commercial landscaping company headquartered in Norcross, Ga. Learn more about the deal.
 
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RISE appoints new board
 
Responsible Industry for a Sound Environment (RISE) elected new officers and welcomed new governing board members at a recent meeting. Read about the new members.
 
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People on the Move
 
Promotions and hirings from:

→John Deere

→BrightView

→and more

 
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  INDUSTRY NEWS
 
turf+ornamental ↴    
 
TruGreen launches new branding campaign
 
The company’s new marketing initiative aims to raise awareness about lawn care services and highlight TruGreen’s science-based expertise.
 
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mowing+maintenance ↴    
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Lastec debuts large zero-turn
 
The WZ1000 boasts 120 inches of cutting width and five 25-inch flex decks. It can mow up to 8.73 acres an hour.
 
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mowing+maintenance ↴    
 
ASA Electronics intros autocalibrating 360-degree camera system
 
Learn how the company’s new Voyager autocalibrating, 360-degree camera system creates a panoramic view around an entire vehicle.
 
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design/build+installation ↴    
 
Pavestone debuts new concrete pavers
 
The Clayton line from Pavestone combines the aesthetics of clay bricks and the durability of concrete pavers. Find out more about the new product.
 
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design/build+installation ↴    
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Case rolls out new electric backhoe loader, compact dozer loader
 
Case Construction Equipment’s “Project Zeus,” a fully electric backhoe loader, and the DL550B compact dozer loader are the latest additions to the company’s lineup.
 
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Kubota debuts stand-on track loader
 
The SCL1000 stand-on track loader features a narrow body and a low-impact, wide-track design, minimizing damage to grass and landscaping, according to the company.
 
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irrigation+water management ↴    
 
What’s the next big thing in landscaping water management?
 
Weathermatic Executive VP Brodie Bruner says he and his company believe water management will be the "next big thing" in the industry. Check out his interview for more.
 
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snow+ice management ↴    
 
Ram Truck introduces snow plow prep package
 
The snow plow prep package for Ram 1500 Tradesman, Big Horn and Laramie 4x4 models includes an alternator, wiring for a snow plow and other features.
 
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  LM VIDEO
 
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How to respond to COVID-19 as a business owner
 
LM contributor Jeffrey Scott offers 10 considerations for landscape business owners as they offer a COVID-19 response to employees and clients.
 
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  FROM OUR MAGAZINE
 
 
 
Buying vs. renting equipment
 
Three experts share what goes into their decisions on buying, leasing or renting construction equipment.
 
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Slow and steady
 
Lawn care operators explain the benefits of controlled-release fertilizers.
 
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