Industry News Archives - Page 37 of 45 - The Edge from the National Association of Landscape Professionals

We recently updated our Privacy Policy. By continuing to use this website, you acknowledge that our revised Privacy Policy applies.

Industry News

NALP Member News – Week of Sept 12

(Photo:Ā The Landscape Center’s ribbon was cut by Lieutenant Governor Tate Reeves. Left: Jeff Peterman, Michael Hatcher, Tate Reeves, Kelly Ogden) Michael Hatcher & Associates, Inc. of Memphis, Tennessee, opened its new 22-acre headquarters in Olive Branch, Mississippi on Thursday, Sept. 8, with more than 100 people in attendance for the a ribbon cutting ceremony, featuring […]

Read More

NALP Field Trip with Marty Grunder is a Sell-Out Success

Ā  It has been a little while since NALP has done facility tours and education in different locations around the country, but at your request it is back and better than ever! This week, we traveled to Chicago to team up with industry powerhouse Marty Grunder for 2-days of networking, education and an in-depth facility […]

Read More

NALP Member News – Week of August 15

Kingstowne Lawn & Landscape Purchases a 13.5 Acre Facility Outside Washington D.C. When Kingstowne Lawn & Landscape owner Krisjan Berzins decided his growing company needed more space, he was ready to buy instead of lease space. A lot of planning and a little luck went into the search for a hard-to-come-by commercial property inside the […]

Read More

Lawn Care Certification Attracts Crowds at Field Day

More than 800 participants at the 2016 Turfgrass Research Field Day in Griffin, Ga., was good news for NALP’s Landscape Industry Certified Lawn Care Manager program. At the beginning of August, NALP’s certification partner, the University of Georgia, exhibited at the field day displaying the Principles of Turfgrass Management and Principios Sobre el Manejo de […]

Read More

First Landscape Learning Lab at Legislative Day a Success

Ā NALP sponsored an interactive industry exhibit at this year’s Legislative Day for members of Congress and their staff. Several dozen congressional staffers attended the event held in the Rayburn House Office Building visiting exhibits that offered instruction on the importance of healthy lawns and landscapes, information on the industry’s commitment to pollinators and sustainable practices, […]

Read More

Renewal & Remembrance Reaches a Milestone Through the Hard Work of NALP Members

On July 11, 2016, NALP held Renewal & Remembrance for the 20thĀ time. Started by PLCAA in 1997, the event has grown into an annual tradition for many families and many companies. We are grateful for our partnership with Arlington National Cemetery and grateful for the many volunteers and sponsors who support the event. But the […]

Read More

Legislative Day on the Hill Made an Impact, One Meeting at a Time

It is rewarding to celebrate when a supportive bill finally gets passed in Congress, or when negative laws or regulations get removed.Ā  But usually the road that leads there is long, and often involves years of work and many miles walked in the halls of Congress and many emails sent. Legislative Day on the Hill […]

Read More

IGI Broadens Visibility for NALP and Its Members

NALP’s Industry Growth Initiative continues to connect with consumers through expanded media outreach and through new social media channels. SouthernLiving.com sought help from NALP for its recent post on ā€œAmazing Southern Lawnsā€ and features work done by several NALP member companies and touts the association’s new consumer website as a source for additional information. In […]

Read More

NALP Member News – Week of July 4th

Davey Tree Experts Announces Promotions of Ina and Doody The Davey Tree Expert Company announced the promotion of Gregory Ina to vice president and general manager of research, recruiting and human resource development. Davey also announced the promotion of Kathy Doody to director of recruiting and employee development. Before his recent promotion, Ina served as […]

Read More

What to Know About LANDSCAPES 2016

Is LANDSCAPES 2016 on your calendar yet? If not, mark it down for Oct. 19-21, 2016, in Louisville, Kentucky. Ā Here is a quick look at the largest landscape education and networking event this year. Ā Coming soon – registration and schedule information.  

Read More