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JANUARY 21, 2021

TOP HEADLINES

Enter to win a Turfco T5000 ride-on applicator

The all-new T5000 ride-on applicator has a load capacity of 60 gallons of liquid spray, and with the optional three-in-one tank, operators can cover as much as 300,000 square feet in one fill. Find how you can win the T5000, the grand prize in Turfco’s 2021 landscape pros giveaway.

North American Tree Service joins Davey Tree

Davey Tree Expert Co. has acquired certain assets of North American Tree Service of Loganville, Ga. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.

Landscape Workshop buys Volunteer Lawn

Landscape Workshop purchased the landscape operations of Volunteer Lawn Corp., a grounds management company based in Knoxville, Tenn.

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Aspire releases Evolution user interface update

The new update from Aspire includes improved search capabilities and dashboards and an in-app resource center. Find out more about the latest version’s enhancements.

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How did our industry fare in 2020?

The 2020 LM Industry Pulse survey, brought to you by Cub Cadet, shows an industry thrilled with the season that was, despite all the bad news and challenges of doing business. The reality for landscape and lawn care companies was they were busier than ever, with the nation more appreciative and in need of their expertise than in years past.

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NALP offers Landscape Management Certificate program

The online education series from the National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP) offers courses in plant installation, maintenance, irrigation and more.

LMN integrates with SiteOne Landscape Supply

LMN users can access SiteOne’s catalog in the company’s latest software update. The new feature is currently available for U.S. users and will be available in Canada in the future.

Piscataqua Landscaping & Tree Service acquires Jacquelyn Nooney Landscape

Jacquelyn Nooney founded Jacquelyn Nooney Landscape in 1984 and sold her company to Piscataqua Landscaping & Tree Service, also of Eliot, Maine, upon her retirement. Learn more about the deal.

People on the Move

Promotions and hirings from:

→ Davey Tree Expert Co.

→ Ruppert Landscape

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INDUSTRY NEWS

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NaturaLawn adds 2 franchise locations

NaturaLawn of America has opened two new franchise locations. Learn how the company has expanded service to customers in New Hampshire and Mississippi.

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Dakota Bodies debuts 2nd generation service body

Dakota Bodies updates its weld-together service body with a universal mounting kit designed for 2020 Ford, Ram and GM chassis, compression T-handle door latches and more.

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No frills turf health

“Every prill of GreenTRX is useable nutrients, we’re not applying anything extra,” says Justin Berg of Purple Care. Anuvia’s new product line has no filler and no uncoated urea and simply keeps grass healthy.

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Ego releases 42-inch lithium ZTR

Ego's new Z6 42-inch Z6 zero-turn from Ego Power+ is the equivalent of a 22-hp gas mower. Check out the new mower’s features.

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The TB235-2 is the perfect partner for all of your landscaping needs

The TB235-2 has an operating weight of 7,418 pounds, a dig depth of 10 feet, 7.8 inches and a max reach of more than 17 feet. The TB235-2 comes equipped with a multifunction monitor, triple flange track rollers, heavy duty blade and a spacious automotive interior that provides all-day operator comfort.

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DynaScape adds file storage feature to Manage360

See how the addition of unlimited file storage allows users to attach videos, zip files, photos and PDFs to work orders, time sheets, change orders and more in DynaScapes’ Manage360 software platform.

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Aquascape releases Smart Pond Thermometer

Pond owners can use Aquascape’s Smart Pond Thermometer to monitor the temperature of water features using the company’s Smart Control App.

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Hunter intros staking kits with MP Rotator nozzles

Hunter’s preassembled staking kits are available for use with high-efficiency MP Rotator nozzles. Find out what’s included in the kits.

FROM OUR BLOG

Insights from LM's editors and landscape industry leaders

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Profit Power: What McDonald's can teach us about leadership and accountability

Jeffrey Scott explains why it’s important to tie company leaders and employees together with an accountability agreement and how the relationship between Ray Kroc and Fred Turner of McDonald’s contributed to the company’s success.

FROM OUR MAGAZINE

View the latest digital edition of Landscape Management

4 items to add to your mower wish list

LM spoke to landscape professionals and manufacturers who offer a few insights into the top mowing trends for 2021.

LM EAB: January 2021

LM's Editorial Advisory Board lays out what business and life lessons they plan to take from 2020 into 2021 and beyond.

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