ICYMI: Snow Removal Equipment: Do More With Less This Winter
Jessica Schwartz
Cutting Back
Technologies and techniques for lowering irrigation water use With many areas of the Southeast currently experiencing severe drought conditions, and more and more local municipalities enacting water conservation measures, those working in the green industry might be concerned about how they’ll be able to keep their customers’ lawns looking green. ...
The Cemetery Landscape
Preparing for and surviving a drought The December 2007 Seasonal Drought Outlook produced by the Climate Prediction Center of the National Weather Service predicted that the current drought in the Southeast will persist and spread to encompass the Gulf Coast and all of Florida. Although they expect some areas of ...
Compact Tractors and Attachments
If the areas you mow are measured in acres, or yourjobs require material by the bucket load, a compact tractoris the piece of equipment you need. This month’sproduct focus features companies who are ready andwilling to equip you with the right tools for your job.We’ve also included attachments that make ...
Getting a Grip
An in-depth look at ergonomic controls on walk-behind mowers You might have noticed the increasing number of midsize walk-behinds that are outfitted with ergonomic hand controls. These new-style controls reduce operator fatigue associated with squeezing pistol-grip controls all day long, as well as eliminating the possibility of contracting something more ...
Food to Fertilizer
One man’s leftover is another man’s liquid soil amendment Photo courtesy of Mary Thurn, Cornell University. Turfgrass managers and lawn care professionals will soon have a new option when selecting organic fertilizers. According to recent research results, Converted Organics’ (www.convertedorganics.com) Liquid Soil Amendment can help reduce fungicide use. USDA statistics ...
Cut Comfortably
Ergonomic upgrades on zero-turn riders By Dexter Ewing Aside from cut quality and user safety and convenience, what is another major factor that you always consider when evaluating a potential purchase of any zero-turn rider? It is user comfort. Because you sit for a good portion of your day aboard ...
