After much discussion, the American Lighting Association (ALA) Board of Governors and the ALA staff have made the difficult decision to cancel the 2016 ALA Conference due to the elevated health risks associated with the Zika virus. This decision was based on the health risks outlined by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention…
VISTA, Calif. – Heaviland Landscape Management projects it will save the Palomar Tech Center 2.3 million gallons of potable water annually, through landscape design renovation and a recycled water irrigation system conversion. Additionally, the project has reduced maintenance costs while enhancing the property’s overall beauty. Located at 2443 Impala Dr. in Carlsbad, this commercial property…
If you were in business 10 years ago, you might remember a new customer calling to find out more about your company because you did her neighbor’s patio a few years back. Perhaps you remember walking away from a local home and garden show with enough leads to keep you busy for the next three+…
LOUISVILLE, Ky. – Jason Dorsey, a bestselling author, world-renowned speaker and researcher, will deliver a keynote address at the Green Industry and Equipment Expo (GIE+EXPO) and Hardscape North America, held October 19-21 at the Kentucky Expo Center. Billed as The Gen Y Guy, Dorsey’s engaging keynote will give dealers insights on how to sell to…
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – PBI-Gordon Corporation is pleased to announce Dave Loecke has accepted the position of market development manager, turf and ornamental products. In his 15-year career with PBI-Gordon, Loecke has served in a wide variety of roles. His most recent position was as herbicide product manager, where he was integral in the development…
James Martin Associates has awarded more than $24,000 in scholarships to students who have expressed a strong interest in pursuing careers in the landscape and horticulture industry. As a member of The National Association of Landscape Professionals, James Martin Associates has always enjoyed the opportunity to collaborate with the foundation and help enrich the…
KENT, Ohio – The Davey Tree Expert Company has announced the promotion of Scott Carlin to vice president of asset management services for Davey Resource Group. Davey Resource Group, a division of Davey Tree, provides a full range of natural resource and utility consulting services to commercial, residential, municipal and governmental markets. Twelve years…
MOLINE, Ill. – With the recent launch of the new small frame G-Series skid steers and compact track loaders, John Deere has extended the machine warranty on all commercial worksite products, including compact track loaders, skid steer loaders, compact wheel loaders and compact excavators. The factory warranty on these machines will now consist of a…
The National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP) has new suite of materials, called the Root of Happiness, was developed by NALP’s Public Affairs Advisory Council to promote the value of healthy lawns and landscapes and the pros that take care of them. All the materials are available to everyone in the industry – not just…
LAYTONSVILLE, Md. – Ruppert Landscape has announced the promotion of Dave Wakeling to the position of assistant branch manager in the King of Prussia landscape management branch. “The position of assistant branch manager is a new position within our company. We are committed to growing from within and believe that this new position will further…
