Tag: Legal Issues

Returning Worker Exception Act of 2021

NALP Supports Introduction Of Returning Worker Exception Act

The National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP) is applauding Reps. Cuellar (D-TX), Joyce (R-OH), Keating (D-MA) Pingree (D-ME), Chabot (R-OH), and Harris (R-MD) for...
grass seed

$300K Settlement Reached In Kentucky 31 Investigation

The Oregon Department of Agriculture (ODA), Dynamic Seed Source, LLC (Dynamic), and Dynamic’s owner, Trevor Abbott, have settled allegations that Dynamic and Abbott violated...
insurance

Coverage When It Counts

Is your lawn and landscaping business fully insured? When it comes to protecting your business with the right insurance, it’s essential that you make...

Winter Weather Protection

It’s a job that’s usually done in the worst of conditions — total darkness, or blinding snow, or a coating of ice, or all...
Proposed New York Law Could Raise Labor Costs

Proposed New York Law Could Raise Labor Costs

I recently became aware of pending legislation in the state of New York that, on its face, seems egregious in nature as it targets...
fungicide

Neonics Remain Under Fire In Canada, Europe

The controversy over pesticide use and pollinator health shows few signs of abating.
Fisher Engineering/SnowEx

Manufacturers Go Pink to Support Breast Cancer Awareness Month: This Week’s Industry News

Want to keep up with the latest news in lawn care and landscaping? Check back every Thursday for a quick recap of recent happenings...
fungicide

The Mother Of Canada’s Pesticide Bans Leaves Mixed Legacy

Environmental angel or industry devil? Your call.
Legislative Day 2017

Stay Engaged In Defending Your Green Industry Livelihood

Take advantage of lawmakers’ August recess to tell your story once again.
Capital Hill

Industry Needs Permanent Fixes to H-2B Visa Program

Green industry pros urged to tell their stories and push for returning worker exemption during NALP’s Day on the Hill visits.
Autonomous Snow Plow

Remote-Operated, Autonomous Industrial Snow Plow Hits The Market

Teleo and Storm Equipment have introduced America’s only remote-operated and autonomous industrial snow plow.
Vulcan

Proposed Tax Break For Government Snow Removal Equipment In CA

California Senate Bill 546 proposes an exemption from the state sales and use tax for public entities purchasing dedicated snow removal vehicles.

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Stumpy

Final Bloom Of Beloved “Stumpy” Cherry Tree Is National News

Stumpy, a scraggly cherry tree who became beloved as a symbol of resilience during the pandemic, is marking its last Spring. Seawall rehabilitation of the Tidal Basin in Washington, D.C. will require its removal in May.
spotted lanternfly nymphs

It’s Spring! Get A Jump On Invasive Insects With These USDA Updates

Today's the first day of Spring and along with greening turfgrass, singing birds, and blooming daffodils, are the far less welcome signs of warming temperatures—the return of hungry invasive insects.
Design-Build Equipment

Get Equipped: Design-Build Equipment

From trenchers to compact track loaders and excavators, this assortment of design-build equipment will help your professional lawn care and landscaping services team get the job done.
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Lakeside Landscape Project: Manitou Watch

Twin Bay Landscaping designs dunegrasses, a boardwalk, and cozy gathering spaces to honor the lake life.