Landscape Management articles from July 2002

Landscape Management archives from July 2002

Next month: what's coming up in August.
July 1, 2002... * Cover story: 3 paths to smart growth Three contractors talk about the different directions they took to grow their companies profitably * Aerate for profit Most of us recognize that aeration is beneficial to turf. Why not make it a...

100 reasons to read this. (on the record).(Landscape Management 100 feature)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... This is the seventh edition of our special LM 100 feature. It's one of the most rewarding projects we do each year--and one of the most difficult. It's rewarding because it gives us the chance to reconnect with many of you and make friends...

Let's hear it: your opinions, comments, & quotes.(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... What to charge? How do you determine what you charge--as much as the client will pay you, or what your profit and loss statement tells you? Call five competitors and take the average of their price. It will be three times what you're...

Don't let drought dry you up. (inside the owner's head).(marketing strategy)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... Despite a shaky economy, most businesspeople in the Green Industry seem to be doing okay. When asked how the economy has affected his business, one gentleman said, "I fear a drought more than I do a recession." Are droughts really that...

Get to really know clients: consciously search for data on your customers to help you build trusting, long-lasting relationships. (my way).
July 1, 2002... You say you know your customers. If so, can you answer these questions? What are the names of their spouses, kids and pets? Where did they go to school? Where are they from? What do they do for a living? How do they spend their free time?...

HighGrove Partners prepares for tour. (Industry Almanac: news you can use).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... ATLANTA -- A tour of HighGrove Partners on Friday, Aug. 9, kicks off the ALCA Maintenance Symposium at the Sheraton Gateway Hotel here. Landscape Management magazine is the media sponsor for the Symposium. HighGrove Partners (formerly Post...

Syngenta defends atrazine. (Industry Almanac: news you can use).(herbicide)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... GREENSBORO, NC -- Syngenta Crop Protection, Inc., in a June 7 press release, strongly refuted claims by the Natural Resources Defense Council that the company's herbicide atrazine poses a risk to humans or frogs. The NRDC pointed to a...

Turf-Seed, Inc.'s new b-to-b site. (Industry Almanac: news you can use).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... HUBBARD, OR -- Turf-Seed, Inc., launched a new b-to-b Web site dedicated to selling turf and forage seed products direct to distributors and commercial end users--www.turfsource.com.

NY State turfgrass survey planned. (Industry Almanac: news you can use).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... ALBANY, NY -- A New York State turfgrass survey is slated for this fall. It will be conducted by the NY Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) in cooperation with the Department of Agriculture and Markets, the NY State Turfgrass Association,...

Metgard gets nod for non-crop use. (Industry Almanac: news you can use).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... NEW YORK -- Metgard 60 DF herbicide has been registered by the EPA for applications on non-crop land. It will be marketed as a 60% dry flowable granular formulation in 8-oz. bottles.

FNGA joins with PlantFind.com. (Industry Almanac: news you can use).(Florida Nurserymen and Growers Association)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... ORLANDO, FL -- The Florida Nurserymen & Growers Association (FNGA) has formed a strategic marketing alliance with on-line nursery stock purveyor PlantFind.com to allow each to extend their services to more audience within the Green Industry.

Symbiot attracts regional players: company aims to create a national network of landscape professionals. (Industry Almanac: news you can use).
July 1, 2002... DENVER, CO -- The Symbiot Business Group (SBG) counted 34 major landscape companies as Network Members following its third and final one-day seminar in Denver on May 31. Others are expected to join. Symbiot is building a network of...

It's final: Bayer buys Aventis CropScience. (Industry Almanac: news you can use).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... MONTVALE, NJ, AND KANSAS CITY, MO -- Bayer CropScience, Monheim, Germany, has been formed by Bayer AG's acquisition of Aventis CropScience. The new company is divided into three business groups: Crop Protection, Bio Science and Environmental...

BASF Professional Turf. (People & companies).(appoints Greg Thompson marketing manager for fungicides)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... BASF Professional Turf appointed Greg Thompson marketing manager for fungicides.

Allmand Bros. named John "Jack" Lockwood sales manager. (People & companies).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... Allmand Bros. named John "Jack" Lockwood sales manager, Carter Storin southeast regional manager, Mark Kuzelka operations manager, and David Biere manager of engineering and design.

Lifestyle Landscaping. (People & companies).(Jon Knopf)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... Lifestyle Landscaping promoted Jon Knopf to account manager.

PGMS awarded the Certified Grounds Manager. (People & companies).(Mark Comisford, Joseph Jackson and Michael Loftus)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... PGMS awarded the Certified Grounds Manager (CGM) designation to Mark Comisford, manager of the Grounds and Roads Department at Denison University, Granville, OH; Joseph Jackson, assistant director of Grounds and Sanitation Services Unit at Duke...

Syngenta Crop Protection. (People & companies).(Vern Hawkins, Bill Lewis, Steve Ligon and Rob Neill)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... Syngenta Crop Protection named Vern Hawkins vice president, horticulture business unit; Bill Lewis vice president, professional products business unit; Steve Ligon, vice president, national account manager and Rob Neill, vice president,...

Fender honored for TPI's "Water Right" book. (Industry Almanac: news you can use).(Doug Fender of Turfgrass Producers International)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... Doug Fender, the executive director of Turfgrass Producers International (TPI), won the 2002 Environmental Communicator of the Year award for his book, "Water Right--Conserving Our Water, Preserving Our Environment," and accompanying brochure,...

Correction.(Correction Notice)
July 1, 2002... In the May '02 LM, we listed the wrong city for Polaris Industries. The correct city is Medina, MN. Apologies.

10 niche service ideas: looking for a unique offering to set your company apart? Look no further, they're here. (LM100: top 10 add-on services).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... Putting green installation Interest in synthetic putting greens is high and landscape pros have noticed. United Turf Industries' new Certified SofTrak Installer Program enables a landscaper, for $2,500, to have a UTI rep come out to his...

LM100: big 50 companies.(landscape maintenance)(Statistical Data Included)
July 1, 2002... These companies are the largest for a reason: they deliver quality service at a fair price year after year. Because of them--and thousands of other smaller landscape, grounds maintenance and lawn care companies--all of us can enjoy the feel of...

10 quality small companies: because of their size, these owner/operators can provide fast, customer-focused service. (LM100: top 10 small companies).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... Lifestyle Landscaping Inc. North Ridgeville, OH e When Ed Koenig, CLP, decided he wanted to be his own boss in 1976, he started a company that now makes $3 million a year doing high-end residential work. And it's all custom work, no...

10 great medium-sized companies: these growing operations are the innovative companies that give each market its distinctive personality. (LM100: top 10 medium companies).
July 1, 2002... Clearwater Landscaping Company, Sun Valley, ID Ed Sinnott's company knows what its clients want. His high-end residential clients want extraordinary features such as heated paver driveways, imported stonework, and plantings with the...

10 tough industry issues: challenges? Here a list of some familiar ones and a few that are coming our way. (LM100: top industry issues).(lawn application industry)(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
July 1, 2002... Spray drift When the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency floated the idea of "zero drift tolerance" in regards to chemical applications in August, 2001, it alarmed the lawn application industry. After all, even the EPA admits some drift...

10 grounds pros who make a difference: thank these dedicated grounds managers for the beautiful and safe turfgrass and landscapes at our schools, athletic fields and community parks. (LM100: top 10 grounds pros).
July 1, 2002... Gus Guthrie e Manager, Farison Sports Turf Louisville, KY Gus Guthrie learned about turfgrass as a golf course superintendent. Four years ago, Sam Farison, owner of Farison Lawn Care, asked Guthrie to head up that company's new sports...

Business planning is strong medicine: three savvy owners tell why every landscaper should have a budget and a business plan. (Business Management).
July 1, 2002... It may be just what the doctor ordered for the health of your business, and it doesn't taste all that bad. "It" is budget and business planning, the classic management tool that gets glowing reviews from landscapers. "Without a budget,...

BASF Agricultural Products. (Corporate Capabilities).(Brief Article)(Company Profile)
July 1, 2002... Focus: The BASF Agricultural Products business in North America, Specialty Products Department, markets a wide range of innovative products and active ingredients designed to help turf professionals maintain healthy turf with maximum...

Bobcat Company. (Corporate Capabilities).(Brief Article)(Company Profile)
July 1, 2002... Product focus: From its North Dakota base, Bobcat Company leads the compact equipment industry in every aspect of equipment design, development and marketing, thanks to an innovative, pioneering spirit that continues to permeate the entire...

CLIP--Sensible Software, Inc. (Corporate Capabilities).(Brief Article)(Company Profile)
July 1, 2002... Founded: Founded by Dave Tucker and Bill Wright in 1987 as Lawn-Wright, Inc. In 1988, CLIP presented itself to the green industry. It wasn't until 1993 that the company separated into three entities: Lawn-Wright, Inc. (a lawn maintenance...

Dixie Chopper. (Corporate Capabilities).(lawn mowers)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... Dixie Chopper is one of the few remaining family owned and run companies, that still builds mowers one at a time. This allows for product changes on the fly, to better meet the needs of our customers. Listening to the needs of our existing...

Dow AgroSciences LLC. (Corporate Capabilities).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... Focus: Whether you manage turf and ornamentals in the North, South, West, along the coast or in the transition zone, Dow AgroSciences offers a complete product portfolio of branded herbicides, insecticides and fungicides to solve your...

Express Blower, Inc. (Corporate Capabilities).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... Product focus: The Express Blower[R] is an exciting and professional addition to any landscape, erosion control or construction business. Operated by one person through remote control, the Express Blower allows you to quickly spread large...

FMC Corporation. (Corporate Capabilities).
July 1, 2002... Overview: FMC's Specialty Products Business, headquartered in Philadelphia, Pa., is a leading manufacturer of high-performance insecticides, termiticides, termite baits, miticides and ant control products for use by the golf course, lawn...

Ferris Industries. (Corporate Capabilities).
July 1, 2002... Product focus: Ferris Industries is The Commercial Mower Specialist[TM]. The leading manufacturer of rugged, reliable mid-mount, zero-turn mowers, Ferris is also the inventor of IS[R] independent suspension. The only independent suspension...

Finn Corporation. (Corporate Capabilities).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... From a small shop founded in 1935, Charles Finn introduced a new machine that chopped and applied straw for mulching bare soil. When erosion control was in its infancy, the Finn Straw Blower made possible a new way to help conserve the soil....

Ford Commercial Truck. (Corporate Capabilities).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... Ford Motor Company is more than a global corporation. It's a world of people nearly 400,000 strong, connecting with customers every day. Ford offers the widest variety of trucks built for commercial applications. Everything from E-series cargo...

Green Industry Yellow Pages, Inc. (Corporate Capabilities).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... Product focus: www.GIYP.com is a powerful search directory serving both the retail and wholesale sides of the green industry. Last month, 54,000-plus searches were completed on the Web site looking for products and services from companies...

Yazoo/Kees. (Corporate Capabilities).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... Product focus: Yazoo/Kees is a manufacturer of commercial mowing equipment, including zero-turn-radius and walk-behind units. Manufacturing facility: In 2001, the plant was expanded to approximately 170,000-square-feet and...

John Deere Worldwide Commercial & Consumer Equipment Division. (Corporate Capabilities).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... Product focus: The John Deere Worldwide Commercial & Consumer Equipment Division manufactures and distributes a full line of lawn care products for residential, commercial and golf and turf applications. John Deere is noted for more than...

John Deere Worldwide Construction & Forestry Division. (Corporate Capabilities).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... Product Focus: The John Deere Worldwide Construction & Forestry Division produces more than 120 machine models used in all facets of earthmoving, including road-building, underground utilities construction, site development and residential...

LESCO Inc. (Corporate Capabilities).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... LESCO is the country's premier manufacturer and distributor of professional lawn care and pest control products for the turfgrass industry. The company is celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2002. Its product line encompasses fertilizers,...

MasterCard International Incorporated. (Corporate Capabilities).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... MasterCard[R] has played a critical role in both the early and the ongoing success of the bankcard industry. MasterCard performs several key functions in support of service providers. In addition to the ongoing management of the settlement and...

North American Green. (Corporate Capabilities).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... Product focus: North American Green markets a full line of erosion control blankets and turf reinforcement mats. The company's products are distributed worldwide and are used to control soil loss while assisting with vegetation...

Polaris Professional Series--Polaris Industries, Inc. (Corporate Capabilities).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... Product focus: Polaris designs, engineers, manufactures and markets snowmobiles, all-terrain vehicles, personal watercraft and Victory motorcycles for recreational and utility use. Polaris is the largest snowmobile manufacturer in the...

Seed Research of Oregon. (Corporate Capabilities).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... Customer focus: From the beginning, Seed Research of Oregon has focused on developing improved, unique turfgrass varieties for the professional turf manager, especially the golf course superintendent. The focus has always been on quality...

STIHL Incorporated. (Corporate Capabilities).(Brief Article)(Company Profile)
July 1, 2002... Product focus: The new STIHL BR 420C Magnum backpack blower is the catalytic muffler version of STIHL's BR 420 unit. It offers all the valuable features of the exceptional BR 420 and includes a catalytic converter that significantly...

Syngenta professional products. (Corporate Capabilities).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... Product focus: The vision of Syngenta is to provide the best turf and ornamental products and services in the industry and to build optimal packages of chemistries and technology to help our customers. For lawn care operators, Syngenta...

Textron Golf, Turf & Specialty Products. (Corporate Capabilities).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... Product focus: Textron Golf, Turf & Specialty Products manufactures a full range of utility vehicles, sprayers, aerators and mowers for professional lawn care, golf, sports turf and industrial turf maintenance applications under the brand...

United Horticultural Supply. (Corporate Capabilities).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... Business Focus: United Horticultural Supply is specifically designed to serve the professional turf and ornamental industries by providing the finest products and technical expertise available. Since our inception, we have committed...

VERSA-LOK Retaining Wall Systems. (Corporate Capabilities).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... Product focus: VERSA-LOK[R] Retaining Wall Systems has been creating "Solid Solutions[TM]" for commercial, governmental and residential customers since 1987 by offering the only solid, pinned segmental retaining walls on the market. By...

Tune your tubing: optimize the performance of in-line systems. (Irrigation Maintenance).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... It's no wonder inline tubing has become popular with landscape contractors. Easy installation, even coverage, lack of overspray and near invisibility are its real advantages over other types of sprinkler and drip systems. Unfortunately, many...

Versatile line of Ferris Zs improves productivity. (advertorial).(Ferris Industries Inc.)(Advertising)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... When you're required to mow an 80-acre, 435-unit condominium development every single week, productivity is a crucial element. That's why Fred Rimmer, grounds supervisor for Mount Vernon Condominiums, Bradenton, FL, counts on Ferris...

Mohonk Mountain House: 2001 PGMS Grand Award Winner for Hotel, Motel or Resort. (award-winning landscape management).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... If you were a rookie in the landscape maintenance business, there wouldn't be a better place than Mohonk Mountain House to learn just about everything you needed to know. Learn rudimentary mowing skills on 35 acres of turfgrass. Learn how to...

Install patios and decks profitably: two industry veterans offer tips on how to make money in patio/deck installation. (Design/Build Center).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... So, your company's growing fast but not fast enough for you. You seem to have a good handle on your maintenance contracts and you want to start offering design/build services, specifically patio and deck installation. No matter who you seek out...

5 reasons to choose pavers. (Design/Build Center).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... 1 Maintenance free elements--Properly installed pavers will stand up to nature and reduce a homeowner's workload. 2 Curb appeal--Properly installed pavers will boost a property's value. 3 Variety of choices--Pavers come in a variety of...

Walls, pavers getting trendy. (LM Reports).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... Expect to hear more about putting high density polyvinyl inserts between pavers on walkways or cart paths. Already a popular trend in Europe to manage water runoff, the spacers separate the joints between stones by as much as a full inch. ...

Look locally when planting turfgrass: the Grand Mean from the National Turfgrass Evaluation Program may not list the best varieties for your location. (Turfgrass Management).
July 1, 2002... In the fall of 2000 I worked with a client in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, who was planting a golf course to Kentucky bluegrass. I asked if he had consulted data from the National Turfgrass Evaluation Program (NTEP) to aid in his decision, and he...

Say goodbye to pond pests: get rid of algae, geese and mosquitoes by breathing some fresh air into your pond. (Pest Management).
July 1, 2002... It seems like one of the biggest headaches to face is keeping water features algae-free, fowl-free and insect-free. Fortunately, aerating fountains can help eliminate algae, discourage waterfowl and control insects. Unlike many alternate means...

Go mow. (Products: tech center).(LESCO)(Advertising)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... Behold LESCO's new Z-Two zero-turn mower for increased maneuverability, productivity and comfort. It comes with a choice of 48-, 54- or 60-in. deck, and is powered by either a 19-, 23- or 25-hp Kawasaki engine. The deck is pulled rather than...

Liberated. (Products: tech center).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... Loveland Industries' new Liberate is a penetrating surfactant, deposition aid and drift retardant in one formulation. The company claims it adheres to plant tissue and enhances the uptake of systemic chemistry by the plant. It contains shear...

Long-range access. (Products: tech center).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... Hunter Industries' ICR is a new long-range remote control unit that allows operational access to irrigation systems within a two-mile radius. Designed to interface with all Hunter controllers with a SmartPort connection, including the Hunter...

Reach far. (Products: tech center).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... Little Wonder's extended reach hedge trimmer is powered by a 22.5cc engine and boasts a blade speed of 4,900 cuts per minute. The long shaft model weighs 14.2 lbs. with a 20-in. double-edge blade and 60-in. shaft length. For more...

Spray, don't delay. (Products: tech center).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... Shindaiwa's new SP518 backpack sprayer features a 4.75 gal. capacity, a more rigid chrome-plated wand and an operating pressure of 90 psi. Its parts are also interchangeable with other Shindaiwa sprayers. For more information contact...

On the bench. (Products: tech center).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... Leisure Craft's new line of benches and trash receptacles can be customized to suit a specific location. The standard "diamond pattern" bench has a matching trash and ash receptacle. Benches come in a wide variety of colors and are available in...

Quick action. (Products: tech center).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... Monsanto is calling its new herbicide QuikPRO the next generation of Roundup PRO, delivering faster visual kill as well as consistent and complete control of weeds. It has an easy-to-handle dry formulation, mixes with water and doesn't settle...

Keep on truckin'. (Products: tech center).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... General Motors' 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 features a new driver convenience package (cruise control, programmable power door locks, and remote keyless entry). Bring the whole crew to the job site with the extended cab. The four-wheel drive...

Tough little muncher. (Products: tech center).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... Bandit Industries introduces its Model 2680 Beast Recycler horizontal waste reduction machine. This compact unit features a 24 X 26-in. opening; 12-ft. long infeed and discharge conveyors and the same cuttermill, teeth and infeed chain as its...

Steer clear. (Products: tech center).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... The Cricket is Barron & Brothers International's new two-ton fertilizer, three-ton lime spreader designed for precise application of fertilizers and lime. Hopper capacity is 70 cu. ft. At only 62 in. high, the hopper can clear small building...

Versatile Box Rake. (Products: tech center).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... The new Harley Power Box Rake for tool carriers and small pay-loaders allows the contractor to enhance the amount of work he can accomplish with the Harley rake. It allows for a broader use of the Harley line of rakes in a growing variety of...

Hunter line grows. (Products: tech center).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... Hunter Industries expanded its I-20 Ultra rotor line with the addition of 6-in. pop-up models, offered in a choice of stainless steel or plastic risers. The I-20 Ultra series now features six models for efficient irrigation on all mid-range...

Light-footed loader. (Products: tech center).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... The rubber tracks on the Bobcat T200 compact track loader decrease ground disturbance and increase flotation and traction. Improved flotation can extend length of working seasons by reducing wet weather downtime in the spring and fall. This...

Get a better grip. (Products: tech center).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... A new ergonomic, pistol-style handgrip is the latest feature of the Meter-Man measuring wheel. The new grip allows the user to maintain a more natural wrist position, resulting in significantly less forearm stress when used for extended periods...

Tractor factor. (Products: tech center).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... New Holland's new three-cylinder, 30-hp TC30 compact tractor can be equipped with either a hydrostatic (automatic) transmission or manual gear transmission. It also comes available with a choice of two-wheel or front-wheel drive axle....

Improved gear drive available. (Products: tech center).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... Walker's new heavy duty "Von Ruden" gear drive for Walker Mower decks is an upgrade option on 48-in. decks and standard equipment on the new 74-in. side-discharge deck. Von Ruden, a Minnesota manufacturer of gearboxes since 1946, has custom...

Dump a lot. (Products: tech center).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... Ideal for applications where a dump truck isn't practical, Pequea's Model C-2500 dump trailer hauls, dumps and spreads the load. With a GVW of 10,000 lbs., landscapers can haul a skid steer to the job, use it to load the trailer, and haul it...

Quick grab. (Products: tech center).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... Amulet Manufacturing's new "hook style" PowerClamp hydraulic bucket thumbs provides the additional grasping and handling capabilities needed to tackle the most demanding boulder, log demolition or land clearing job. The hook-style clamp is made...

Comb over. (Products: tech center).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... BlueBird's P18 Lawn Comber features a modular platform that can be configured to a lawn comber, seeder, or lawn comber with rear catcher bag to collect thatch. It can cover an 18-in. swath in one pass. Engine options include a 5.5- or 8-hp...

Seed wide. (Products: tech center).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... Brillion Farm Equipment's seeder is now 36 ft. wide. At a planting rate of 1 lb. per 1,000 sq. ft. and a speed of 5.5 mph, the 36-ft. Turfmaker Seeder, with its 69 bushel total hopper capacity, can cover 24 acres per hour and 90 acres between...

Trim with power. (Products: tech center).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... Shindaiwa's T2500 trimmer with C4 technology features a power boost chamber that delivers unparalleled power and performance. Further, the four-cycle OHV T2500 doesn't have a separate oil sump. No dipstick! It's business as usual with its 50:1...

Watch your step. (Products: tech center).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... Rodon Corp.'s SAF-T-Step provides safe and easy access to the cargo beds of commercial trucks. It features a single-step retractable ladder with a removable cautionary hand rail. Mounted in a flat position on the inside of the truck tailgate,...

Hard worker. (Products: tech center).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... FINN's new Eagle compact stand-on skid-steer can get into smaller spaces and deliver the same power as larger machines. It offers the highest hydraulic flow rate in its class and has a parallel hydraulic system that provides full power to all...

Events: what, when & where.(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... July 15-16 Summer Express Short Course / Chattanooga, TN; Sponsored by the Chattanooga Association of Landscape Professionals; 423/886-8874 17-18 OPE Dealer Convention / Louisville, KY; 800/558-8767 17-19 TPI Summer Convention and...

First, define your game. (Best practices: guidelines to help an industry grow).(Associated Landscape Contractors of America )(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... In 1979, Michael Rorie founded Groundmasters, Inc., based in Cincinnati, OH. For almost as long he's actively supported the Associated Landscape Contractors of America (ALCA), speaking at many of its events. During a recent Owners' Network...