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JUNE 17, 2021
 
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2021 LM150: Another record year
 
Now in its 13th year, the 2021 LM150 list of the largest landscape companies by revenue, boasts another record-setting revenue year of $12.6 billion. Find out which companies made our list.
 
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  TOP HEADLINES
 
 
NALP supports H-2B visa expansion bill
 
The National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP) is praising a bipartisan group of lawmakers for legislation that would permanently relieve caps on H-2B visas, making it easier to bring workers into the country.
 
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Heritage Landscape Supply adds two pavers companies
 
McKinney, Texas-based Heritage Landscape Supply purchased two paver and stone companies in North Carolina: Southern Stone Supply and Scott Stone.
 
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SiteOne offering green industry training in Spanish
 
SiteOne Landscape Supply will offer a series of bilingual initiatives to support the green industry, starting with four Spanish-taught courses during SiteOne University next month.
 
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Horizon adds sales centers in California, Florida
 
Horizon Distributors opened sales centers in Visalia, Calif., and Melbourne, Fla., extending its presence in two of the largest irrigation and landscape product markets.
 
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Landscapes 2021 conference registration opens
 
Registration is now open for the National Association of Landscape Professionals' conference, Landscapes, which is set to run concurrently with GIE+EXPO. Learn more about the educational opportunities.
 
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  INDUSTRY NEWS
 
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Harrell's Polyon makes it to second stage of EPA challenge
 
Harrell’s Polyon control release fertilizer moves to Stage 2 of the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA’s) Enhanced Efficiency Fertilizers: Environmental and Agronomic Challenge.
 
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Scythe Robotics debuts autonomous mower
 
Scythe Robotics released its first zero-emission, autonomous mower and $18.6 million in Series A funding. Get the scoop on the launch.
 
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How to get the most out of your blower
 
Contractors share how proper maintenance helps them get the most out of their blowers and keeps them going during the busy season.
 
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Cat intros new mini hydraulic excavators
 
The new 2.7-to 3.5-tonne mini hydraulic excavators from Caterpillar offer features that can help contractors increase efficiency.
 
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How to successfully install irrigation systems
 
Irrigation contractors can follow these steps before digging to ensure a clear plan to allow the proper installation of irrigation systems.
 
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  LAST CALL FOR TODAY'S WEBINAR
 
 
Time-Saving On Irrigation & Landscaping — With Vac and Drills
How vacs and drills can help you reduce labor expenses and maximize your efficiency.
 
Date: June 17
Sponsored by: Ditch Witch

Save time, labor and reduce disruption on landscaping and irrigation jobs with Ditch Witch directional drills and versatile vacs. Product Managers Cory Maker and Chapman Hancock talk productivity and versatility with machines you might not have considered. Learn how you can put these new tools of the trade to use in more ways than ever.

Speakers:
  • Cory Maker, product manager, HDD, Ditch Witch
  • Chapman Hancock, product manager, Vacuum Excavation, Ditch Witch
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Can’t attend the webinar? Register now and we’ll send you a link to the playback to watch at your convenience.
 
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A father-son attachment
 
Rob Sitarz wants to bring the Lawnmower Fender to the market, which his father created to prevent mower blades from causing damage to plants in the yard.
 
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  FROM OUR BLOG
 
Insights from LM's editors and landscape industry leaders
 
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How to ensure culture is more than a buzzword at your company
 
Jeffrey Scott shares, with a little help from his friends, how you can make your company a valued employer.
 
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Why the team is the most valuable asset
 
Landscape Management columnist Marty Grunder explains why the team can prove to be landscape companies' most valuable asset.
 
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How the green industry is proving durability
 
LM Editor-in-Chief Seth Jones celebrates our annual LM150 list including business advice learned from his interview with Chenmark Partner James Higgins.
 
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LM June 2021 (Photo by Kyle Widder)