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GREEN INDUSTRY EVENTS View LM's calendar for a full list of industry events. Webinar: How to Make 12 percent Profit in Landscaping pt. 1 [Aug. 15] NALP Regional Workshop: Become a Destination Company (Baltimore) [Aug. 21 - 22] CURRENT ISSUE >Data protection and your landscape company >What’s new with fungicides? TOP HEADLINES SiteOne acquires Kirkwood Material Supply Through the transaction, SiteOne will gain eight locations in the greater St. Louis market focused on the distribution of hardscapes and nursery products. >>More SiteOne makes acquisitions in Northern Virginia and Florida Discover what the company adds with its 10th and 11th acquisition of 2018. >>More Briggs & Stratton acquires blower maker Hurricane SiteOne isn't the only company making moves lately. Milwaukee-based Briggs & Stratton Corp. acquired certain assets of Hurricane, a designer and manufacturer of stand-on leaf and debris blowers. >>More NALP recognizes standouts in the green industry The National Association of Landscape Professionals named its 2018 Advocacy, Community Partnership and Environmental Stewardship award winners. Meet this year's honorees. >>More     SPONSORED CONTENT 4 questions to ask about grub control When considering which white grub control products to use and how to incorporate them into the marketing and sales process, LCOs should ask these four questions. Learn more. TURF+ ORNAMENTAL Steel Green Manufacturing to build stand-on, zero-turn sprayer-spreaders Steel Green Manufacturing, a startup founded by former L.T. Rich employees, will begin manufacturing equipment, including stand-on, zero-turn sprayer and spreader machines. >>More MOWING+ MAINTENANCE Plowz & Mowz receives additional $5M in funding The on-demand mobile outdoor home maintenance marketplace now has $7 million. Find out what the company hopes to accomplish with the additional funding. >>More     SPONSORED CONTENT Education for Lawn & Landscape Professionals The National Association of Landscape Professionals provides education tailored to lawn & landscape professionals designed to help you take your business to the next level. Workshops available in major cities throughout the U.S. Learn more. DESIGN/BUILD+ INSTALLATION BROUGHT TO YOU BY GIE+EXPO HNA names presenter, unveils schedule for hardscape demos This year's presenter will teach attendees about installing hardscapes, segmental retaining walls and raised patios around pools and other water features for long-lasting results. Get the full scoop on this year's event. >>More Case dealer territory expands in North America Existing dealers made developments in Connecticut, Indiana, Florida, Michigan and Mississippi. Read on for more specifics about the new locations. >>More Berlon adds mini skid-steer attachment The Mini Forestry Claw’s strength and durability allows users to load, unload and transport large logs and debris up to 2,000 pounds. Learn more about the new attachment. >>More Segmental concrete pavement products sales continue to rise, ICPI report finds For the seventh consecutive year, combined sales of segmental concrete pavement products in the U.S. and Canada have increased, according to the 2018 Industry Sales Profile. Check out more highlights from the report. >>More IRRIGATION+ WATER MANAGEMENT Spiio releases second-gen sensor with smart controller integration The sensor comes with the highest possible IP grading (IP69K) and includes four sensors: soil moisture, temperature, light and nutrients. >>More ON THE RECORD Insights from LM's editors and landscape industry leaders Recruit high-level candidates on LinkedIn through your personal brand With more than 560 million users, LinkedIn has become the go-to social media for job seekers and job recruiters. Kelly Dowell reveals a few tips on how to beef up your online presence to attract new hires. >>More