Tag: regulations
Time is Running Out to Comply with the DOL’s Onerous New Overtime Rule
The new rule requires a strict and accurate timekeeping system within your business, and managers who fully understand your company’s overtime policy so that you stay compliant with the overtime rules.
Political Landscape Issues By State
There is a greater amount of political activity surrounding environmental issues this election year.
Anti-Lawn Care Ban in Maryland Leaves Industry Seeking Answers
Outmanned and outgunned. Is that a fair assessment of the failure of professional turf care providers and their allies to stop an industry-damaging anti-lawn...
NHLA Applauds House Bill to Reform H-2B Visa Program
MIAMI, Fla. — The National Hispanic Landscape Alliance (NHLA) applauds the introduction of the Strengthen Employment and Seasonal Opportunities Now Act (H.R. 3918), introduced...
Intelligro Unveils WEEDfree, a Hybrid Broadleaf Herbicide
Intelligro launched CIVITAS WEEDfree Brand concentrate at the 2015 GIE+EXPO. The company describes the liquid product as “the first and only hybrid selective herbicide”...
WaterSmart Innovations Conference and Exposition Issues Call for Abstracts
LAS VEGAS — Experts in the field of water efficiency are invited to submit abstracts for the ninth annual WaterSmart Innovations Conference and Exposition,...
How to Handle Today’s Top Industry Challenges
Attacks on the managed landscape aren't going away. OPEI's Kris Kiser talks about how landscapers can best prepare to fight them.
RISE Celebrates 25 Years Advocating for the Specialty Chemical Industry
ORLANDO — RISE (Responsible Industry for a Sound Environment) recently celebrated 25 years as the leading advocate for the specialty pesticide and fertilizer industries...
Sustainability: It’s a Megatrend That’s Not Going Away
Industry consultant Judy Guido shares the six key drivers pushing sustainability as a megatrend in the landscape industry.
Why Irrigation Must Finally Enter the 21st Century
A six-question conversation with Chris Spain of HydroPoint.