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By Terence Stovall and Dan Papineau Democrats enjoyed a strong election night across the country, making significant gains in state-level races and shifting the balance of political power in several key states. The party picked up gubernatorial seats, flipped legislative chambers, and gained unified control of state government in several states where power had previously […]
The 2026 ELEVATE Expo, presented by NALP and powered by Cat, was filled with solutions and innovations with lawn and landscape professionals in mind. “This is a place to get all the information you need for the year,” says Vince Torchia, vice president of The Grow Group. “We’re in the fourth quarter of the year. […]
Written Nov. 6, 2026 Early on Tuesday night, as results began to pour in, it became abundantly obvious that it was not going to be a good night for President Trump and the Republican Party. It’s important to remember that, on average, the President’s party in power loses three Senate seats and 33 House seats. […]
Water management as a service can sound simple. Connect some smart controllers and collect a fee, but each controller creates additional data, more responsibility and higher client expectations. “The biggest mistake is treating it as a product to sell rather than a service to deliver,” says Justin White, CEO of K&D Landscaping, Inc., based in […]
You’ve probably heard the term ‘EBITDA’ tossed around in conversations about buying or selling landscape companies. If you’re not planning on selling, you may wave EBITDA off as something you don’t need to worry about. However, it is a useful tool for running your business, regardless of your plans for the future. What Is EBITDA […]
It’s the age-old question you get from customers: ‘Why won’t my grass grow beneath my tree?’ As a landscape professional, you understand that mature trees will compete aggressively with turfgrass for moisture and nutrients, which is why lawns under trees often appear thin and patchy. However, clients may not be aware of how at odds […]
Sponsored Content by Kress Kress Commercial is expanding its autonomous mowing lineup with the new Kress KR804 Voyager 60”, a fully autonomous ZTR designed to help professional landscapers increase productivity, optimize labor, and profitably scale their operations. Building on the capabilities of the KR800 Voyager 40” introduced last year, the new Voyager 60” adds a […]
Great employee performance can show up in many ways, from exceeding production goals to displaying true teamwork and consistency. Choosing to recognize these team members for making a positive impact not only shows your appreciation, but it can also boost employee morale and retention. The key to effectively rewarding your staff members isn’t selecting […]
Commercial landscape companies are cautiously optimistic about 2027, with 45% expecting next year to be better than 2026. Meanwhile, 37% anticipate things to stay the same, according to Aspire Software’s 2027 State of Commercial Landscaping Report. In this report, more than 1,000 commercial landscape business leaders shared their outlook for the future and what they’re […]
If you are selling irrigation systems as a product instead of a service, you are missing out on the chance to offer a water management program where you can serve your clients better, reduce water waste and better protect the landscapes you are responsible for. “While there is certainly financial value in a well-run monitoring […]
