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Heritage Landscape Supply Group announces expansion in St. Louis with the acquisition of MPR Supply
MPR has developed a strong market position in St. Louis and beyond, and Heritage looks forward to building on the combined strength of both companies for the benefit of their customers. Heritage Landscape Supply Group (“Heritage”) announced today that it has acquired MPR Supply Company, Inc. (“MPR” or the “Company”), ...
A closer look at the Irrigation Association
By Emma Peterson. Diving into how the Irrigation Association supports and advances the outdoor industry. If you work in the outdoor industry, you’ve probably heard of The Irrigation Show and Education Week. With an expo floor full of cutting-edge technology, best-in-class education offerings and more, this is the ultimate ...
That water running down the driveway? That's money.
OCS Influencers from Heritage say smart irrigation and agronomics can help contractors prevent waste and win repeat customers. Has this happened to you? You're driving past a job you finished last season, and the sprinklers are running at 10 a.m. on a Wednesday, water streaming down the driveway, pooling at the ...
GRABO showcases HIGH FLOW electric vacuum lifter at Hardscape North America 2025
GRABO, the leader in professional-grade premium power tools, will showcase its HIGH FLOW electric vacuum lifter at booth #27009 during Hardscape North America 2025 in Louisville, Kentucky, from October 22-24. Built to tackle the most porous and challenging materials, HIGH FLOW will be demonstrated alongside GRABO's complete line of electric ...
Housekeeping on the jobsite: The foundation of every safe work environment
By John Kenney, Cotney Consulting Group. Safety, productivity and craftsmanship all begin with a well-kept work environment. In every outdoor trade — whether you're laying pavers, installing lighting, building outdoor kitchens, maintaining sports surfaces, landscaping or servicing pool equipment — the quality of the jobsite starts with a straightforwardpractice: housekeeping. It’s ...
Grow in a competitive industry with strategic marketing
By Emma Peterson. Rob Murray shares modern marketing advice for contractors and outdoor pros. For over 18 years, Intrigue Media has delivered marketing solutions for landscape contractors and other outdoor professionals across North America. During that time, they have learned a lot about how to stay successful in an increasingly ...
Bradley Mowers releases "Advanced Aeration and Overseeding: The Professional's Approach to Soil Health"
Bradley Mowers has announced the release of its latest resource, "Advanced Aeration and Overseeding: The Professional's Approach to Soil Health." This guide provides information on the mechanics of soil compaction, strategic timing, overseeding protocol, post-aeration care and how to measure success. Soil is composed of 50% solid matter and 50% pore space, ...
Heritage Landscape Supply Group announces expansion in Illinois with the acquisition of Fiore Nursery
This partnership will enable Heritage to further its product offerings and continue delivering more value to customers in the Midwest and across the nation. Heritage Landscape Supply Group (“Heritage”) announced today that it has acquired Fiore Nursery and Landscape Supply (the “Company”), a distributor of nursery products and live goods. Terms ...
Billy Goat unveils next-generation Hurricane™ Stand-On Blowers: The Z3002 and X3002
With these comprehensive upgrades, the new Z and X series Hurricane™ Stand-On Blowers continue to deliver end users market-leading advantages, ensuring a low cost of ownership and the highest daily productivity. Billy Goat is pleased to announce the launch of the new Z3002 and X3002 Hurricane™ Stand-On Blowers. These models are ...
Hazard awareness: Building a worker’s ability to see problems before they happen
By John Kenney, Cotney Consulting Group. Awareness isn’t luck. It’s discipline. And in every outdoor trade, it’s what keeps workers whole and projects moving. In every outdoor trade — tile and hardscaping, landscaping, pool and spa, lighting, sports surfaces, agronomics, maintenance and outdoor living builds — there’s one skill that separates safe ...
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