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Legislation and policies are constantly evolving in the government affairs space, which is why it is critical to stay informed and engaged. “Being informed is really simple,” says Andrew Bray, NALP senior vice president of government relations and membership. “Sign up to get The Advocate. Read stories that go on The Edge that are related […]
Guest post by Bradley Berkman, associate product manager at Milwaukee Tool As battery-powered equipment becomes more prevalent in professional landscaping, trailer design is emerging as a critical factor in operational efficiency and long-term success. The shift away from gas-powered tools is driven by growing regulations, fuel costs, and the ongoing innovation of battery technology. However, […]
After a long day on the job site, an employee can relate to the phrase “we’re all in this together.” As you seek ways to build a healthy team, consider adding a peer-to-peer recognition program. This provides an easy way to celebrate each employee’s contributions and recognize their efforts to go above and beyond. According […]
There are multiple expenses associated with running a landscape business. However, monitoring your numbers closely and addressing some of these hidden costs can make a difference in your company’s profit margins. “Every bit counts – we are in a low margin industry and every decision that can decrease costs while maintaining quality is an important […]
The adoption of native plants in more residential and commercial landscapes is a trend that is being driven by consumer demand, regulatory changes and landscape professionals taking the lead. Native plants support biodiversity and tend to be hardier than non-native varieties, requiring fewer inputs to keep them alive. As client values shift, you can take […]
If you want to gain a competitive advantage with economic insights for early 2026 and 2027, you won’t want to miss Leaders Forum, presented by NALP and powered by Aspire. This NALP member-exclusive event, held on Feb. 4-7, 2026, in Santa Barbara, California, features a presentation from Taylor St. Germain, an economist with ITR Economics, […]
In April of this year, NALP announced that contractor members now have free access to comprehensive online training as part of their membership. Since then, landscape companies have already begun to reap the benefits of tapping into this suite of on-demand training for their teams. Andrea Patti, co-owner of A Growing Concern, based in Santa Cruz, […]
This information came from a session during the 2025 ELEVATE conference and expo. Don’t miss ELEVATE in Tampa, Florida, on Nov. 8-11, 2026. Do you consider yourself a disruptor in the landscape industry? This is a person or company that intentionally challenges the existing order to create better outcomes. As a disruptor, you are able to write […]
In the lawn and landscape industry, profit margins are already tight so the last thing you need in your business are expenses that chip away at that number further. As your company grows, the types of margin eaters will evolve along with your organization. Check out some of the common culprits and how to address […]
After putting in the time and effort to attract talent to their landscape company, organizations are working hard to improve their overall onboarding process. This focus on welcoming and training new hires from the get-go is paying off, as many companies are seeing increased retention rates with their rookie employees. Patrick Murray, co-founder of Local […]
