Industrial manufacturer Blount International Inc. (BLT) said it acquired a company that makes farm and ranch equipment for $90 million in cash, which it expected would boost profit next year.
More than 60 cyclists from around the world took part in the 2010 STIHL Tour des Trees, America's largest fundraiser for tree research, raising more than $365,000 so far during this year’s tour to benefit the Tree Research and Education Endowment (TREE) Fund.
What will happen when the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA's) Interim Tier 4 (IT4) regulations go into effect on January 1, 2011? In short, they’ll end up affecting everyone who purchases heavy equipment.
This spring in Naples FL we have had a fairly widespread outbreak of a St. Augustinegrass turf-attacking caterpillar, the TSW: tropical sod webworm. This may have been because of the cold weather killing a parasite or predator that normally keeps this turf-eating caterpillar in check. Or it just may be part of the natural life cycle peaks and valleys of most insect populations.
Growers and retailers are invited to participate in EXPO 2010 from October 19 - 20, 2010 at the Toronto Congress Centre, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, and discover the latest trends in plant and floral introductions, new products, technology solutions and business strategies designed to grow your business.
Environmental and industry groups that frequently oppose each other on a broad range of policy issues are launching a joint campaign calling on Congress to require thorough and objective scientific testing before allowing an increase in the amount of ethanol in gasoline.
ValleyCrest Landscape Companies participated as a student advisor, Forum panelist and supporting host of a landscape design event in China called "Creative Nature."
The Irrigation Association has refined its mission statement and strategic initiatives following its July meeting of the board of directors. This includes the addition of "standards" as a new strategic initiative, which will focus on establishing product and practice standards that drive efficient irrigation.
This fall, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) will implement the Comprehensive Safety Analysis 2010 (CSA 2010) program, which includes more stringent penalties for violations.