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JUNE 11, 2020

Editor's Note

You need vital industry information now more than ever, and Landscape Management is here for you. During these unusual times, our digital magazine issues will no longer be gated. We invite you to access our current and archived issues.

TOP HEADLINES

Strengthen your business in the current economy

Jason New and Jim Cali, principals at green industry consultancy McFarlin Stanford, sit down with LM Senior Editor Abby Hart to talk about leading remote workforces, managing Paycheck Protection Program funds and growth opportunities for landscape companies in the current climate.

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Ruppert Landscape acquires assets of Outside Unlimited

Ruppert acquired select assets of Outside Unlimited, further expanding the company's landscape management division in the Pennsylvania market. Learn more about the deal.

Coming soon: The 2020 LM150 rankings

The 2020 LM150 list of largest landscape companies, brought to you by Vermeer, will be released on Thursday, June 18. Here's a look back at the 2019 rankings.

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Buy a better blend

Increasing the percentages of enhanced-efficiency fertilizer, while decreasing the amount of filler in your bag, can help you save in the long run. Compare different nutrient analyses to see how much your budget can be impacted by buying a better blend.

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Grow Group’s Sales Bootcamp to be virtual

This live two-day online event is designed for owners, managers, sales designers and sales team members and will be held June 25-26. Learn more about the program here.

Ambius Hometown Heroes Program thanks front-line workers

Ambius employees in the U.S. and Canada created care packages for COVID-19 front-line workers as part of the company’s Hometown Heroes program.

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Take your lawns to the N-Ext level

Getting a jump on turf health now will save you time, money and energy for when we enter those hot summer days. A powerful mix of soil amendments and plant nutrients will help drive roots down deeper into the soil. The deeper root structure will allow for greater nutrient uptake, better drainage and efficient use of spring rains and irrigation water.

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J. Landon Reeve IV, Chapel Valley Landscape Co. founder, dies

J. Landon Reeve IV, landscape industry leader and founder of Chapel Valley Landscape Company, died on May 25 at the age of 79.

LMN launches Customer Portal

LMN co-founder and CEO Mark Bradley explains the company's new Customer Portal and how it can benefit landscape professionals.

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Everything is slower in the South? Nope.

Weeds move fast. But so does Avenue South Broadleaf Herbicide. Formulated specifically for sensitive southern grasses and warm weather, Avenue South features four proven active ingredients to deliver rapid control of 90-plus broadleaf weeds, including clover and dollarweed. It even suppresses yellow nutsedge.

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How the green industry is responding to COVID-19

Our continuing coverage of the coronavirus pandemic includes how business owners continue to lead their companies and how suppliers and associations are helping front-line workers.

People on the Move

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When it's time to take care of your tracks

Tracks provide mini skid-steer operators a lot of power to the ground, precise steering capabilities and minimal ground disturbance ... if they're regularly inspected and well maintained. Keep your eyes peeled for these factors during operation to make sure your tracks are ready for your next job.

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INDUSTRY NEWS

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Identify and treat large patch and brown patch

Lawn care operators in Tennessee and North Carolina offer their tips for battling these turf patch diseases.

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Kioti rolls out new tractor model

The CK2610SE HST Cab is a new addition to Kioti's CK10SE Series. It features a 24.5-hp engine with a hydrostatic transmission and a factory-installed cab with A/C and heat. Read more about the features of the new tractor.

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Ferris introduces 2 new ISX3300 zero-turns

Briggs & Stratton Corp.'s Ferris brand added two models in the Ferris ISX3300 platform, powered by the Vanguard Big Block EFI ETC engine. Learn more about the features of these new zero-turns.

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Oregon launches SpeedCut Nano cutting system

Oregon’s new low-profile cutting system is engineered to optimize run times and cutting speeds in battery-powered and compact gas chainsaws.

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Monster Tree adds franchise in Nevada

The latest expansion by Monster Tree Service will cover Gardnerville, Lake Tahoe, Reno, Carson City and surrounding areas in Nevada. Learn more about the expansion here.

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Takeuchi adds compact excavator to product line

Takeuchi's new TB225 compact excavator has a dig depth of more than 8 feet and a maximum reach of more than 14 feet. Learn more about this new excavator.

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Nova USA ExoShield wood stain now available in multiple sizes

Nova USA's full color palette of ExoShield Wood Stains is now available in gallon, quart and half-pint sizes. Read how these stains can accommodate nearly any application.

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Hunter expands Pro-C controllers with new kits

Hunter's PC-DM kit can coexist with conventional stations, and the PCM-1600 kit can connect up to 23 conventional stations. Learn what type of projects these controllers are best suited for.

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Grow with Grunder: Taking advantage of opportunities

Marty Grunder explains how a simple trip to clients' properties could result in benefits for your clients and your bank account.

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FROM OUR BLOG

Insights from LM's editors and landscape industry leaders

Illustration: Mykyta Dolmatov/iStock / Getty Images Plus/Getty Images

Communication Coach: A 3-point plan for building winning marketing content

Marketers know earning attention is harder than ever, and this calls for a new strategy to achieve your goals, says Jeff Korhan. Here, he offers a three-point plan for creating winning content.

FROM OUR MAGAZINE

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The ins and outs of cloud-based irrigation

Cloud-based irrigation controllers are the fastest-growing segment of the marketplace for their connectivity and convenience.

Apparel: A good first impression

Industry experts explain why apparel for crew members is about more than just a company logo.

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