Photo: STIHL With a total of six models, the STIHL RZ 700 Series zero-turn mower offers deck widths ranging from 52” to 72”, providing flexibility to suit various needs. The mowers are equipped with 11-gallon fuel tank capacity and 1.5”- 5” cutting range, high-performance engines and an advanced four-wheel suspension system with mowing deck height compensation, independent front suspension with upper and lower control arms, and rear suspension with shock absorbers. The series boasts a deluxe seat with armrests aimed to provide efficient operation, smooth cuts, durable components, and a comfort ..read more

(Photo: LandCare) LandCare — No. 12 on the 2023 LM150 list — recently appointed Jennifer Burnet as Chief People Officer. In this new role, Burnet will lead LandCare in growing, engaging and developing its team. As LandCare’s first CPO, Burnet will lead efforts focused on talent recruitment, training and development, employee services and benefits and the Tangerine Foundation’s TERF and LEAF initiatives. Since joining LandCare in 2015 as the Director of Finance, Burnet has led efforts to build the company’s regional controller team, branch administration procedures and led its company-wide ERP ..read more

Volvo Construction Equipment recently launched two updated models to its compact wheel loader lineup. The latest L30 and L35 compact wheel loaders come equipped with 1.3–1.6 cubic yard bucket capacity or 2.4- to 2.6-ton fork payload, in addition to improved maneuverability, tractive force and performance. “These improvements set a new standard for compact loaders in this size class,” said Darren Ashton, product manager — compact equipment, Volvo CE. “For customers who demand efficient handling in a small package, this is it.” Additional new features include a slimmer dashboard for increased vi ..read more

Manitou launched a new Woodcracker tree saw with a grapple configuration for its rotating telehandler product line designed to improve performance and productivity in tree and limb removal operations. The Woodcracker tree saw with grapple is compatible with three Manitou rotating telehandlers — the MRT 2260, MRT 2660 and MRT 3060 Vision+. When matched with the MRT 3060 Vision+, operators can reach heights of more than 98 feet and outreach to more than 84 feet. The maximum lifting capacity for the MRT with the tree saw attachment is 8,000 lbs. The saw is capable of cutting tree branches an ..read more

Harrell’s, in collaboration with 3BarBio, launched Azo Root. Azo Root is designed to deliver live, high-concentration Azospirillum brasilense microbes directly to plant roots to promote better growth, faster recovery and greater stress resistance, according to the company. The new product’s formula addresses traditional challenges in microbial product efficacy by maintaining the viability of its beneficial bacteria from production through to application, which resolves longstanding issues such as poor survival rates in transit, ensuring that users receive a potent and effective product. “With ..read more

FMC, a global agricultural sciences company, will host two upcoming lawn care webinars. “Nutsedge Biology & Control” on May 3 and “Fundamentals of Tree & Shrub Care” on June 7. Both webinars will be from 2-3 p.m. EDT. Nutsedge will be presented by Andrew Osburn, Ph.D., and Tree & Shrub Care by Nathan Nordstedt, Ph.D. Both are FMC technical service managers. Nutsedge is a one-hour training webinar focusing on the identification, biology and control of common nutsedge species in home lawns. Tree & Shrub Care will provide expert insights and practical tips for maintaining landscap ..read more

Case Construction Equipment unveiled its latest models and features to assist landscaping companies on the job site. “Many landscaping companies today are experiencing significant growth, but they also have a lot of challenges to navigate, like labor shortages, highly varied job sites and a very competitive market,” said Terry Dolan, vice president – North America, Case Construction Equipment. “Our newest launches aim to support landscapers in navigating these demands more effectively than ever with swift, smooth, smart machines right-sized for the scale of opportunity.” This year’s launch inc ..read more

Those interested in attending this year’s Equip Exposition may be able to earn a lifetime registration to the trade show or $500 in Visa gift cards to help offset the cost of their trip through a summer giveaway contest. Individuals who register to attend Equip Expo before July 31 will be automatically entered to win the prize “Registering early can save you from paying peak pricing on tickets, flights and travel,” said Kris Kiser, president and CEO of the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI), which owns the show. “Not only that, but you could take home some great prizes if you register be ..read more

No software is perfect because it’s designed for the typical user. That most likely doesn’t apply to you, as entrepreneurs are anything but conventional. We take pride in getting things done in our unique way and we stick to what works. Notion is a collaboration and organization software tool that solves one of the most vexing productivity problems. It seeks to keep everything in your workday connected. It’s a tool for gathering, organizing and sharing ideas that fit the way you work. Notion leverages the IKEA effect, which describes the value bias people tend to assign to objects they activel ..read more

Firstgreen Industries, a global manufacturer of electric, zero-emission skid-steer loaders, launched Rockeat, a new line of electric, cabinless skid-steer loaders. The skid-steer loaders are designed with a low clearance, 360-degree camera, and remote operability and a load capacity of 1,500 to 3,300 lbs. “We are thrilled to introduce Rockeat skid-steers to the U.S. market, which represents a significant leap forward in safety and sustainability for traditionally dangerous, high-emission industries like construction and mining,” said Marcus Suess, chief operating officer for Firstgreen Industr ..read more