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MSU Libraries’ Turfgrass Information Center TGIF database now open access

The Michigan State University Libraries’ Turfgrass Information Center is making the Turfgrass Information File (TGIF) database publicly available. This database, which is a cooperative project of the United States Golf Association and the Turfgrass Information Center, can be openly accessed...

Elevate Expo highlights innovative products

The National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP) hosted its Elevate conference September 10-13 in Dallas. On the Elevate Expo floor, 171 exhibitors presented software, efficient equipment and other innovative products. “This expo experience has really been great,” said Maureen McCormack,...
Makita 40V Max XGT

Makita releases 40V Max XGT 4-gallon backpack mist blower

Makita has unveiled the new 40V Max XGT brushless 4-gallon backpack mist blower with a brushless motor delivering the power of 63cc gas-powered mist blower, but with zero emissions, reduced maintenance and none of the hassles of mixing gas. “Makita...

FireFly appoints Liz Hocker to board of directors

FireFly Automatix announced that Liz Hocker has been appointed to its board of directors. Hocker was a Nasdaq Managing Director of the Southwest United States prior to her appointment. With more than 25 years’ experience in business consulting, banking, HR,...

RISE issues update during Elevate

RISE (Responsible Industry for a Sound Environment) hosted a special Power Hour Industry Issues Update during Elevate, presented by the National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP). The session centered on the pivotal role of grassroots engagement in shaping the future...

District of North Vancouver to host WCTA/STC Fall Field Day

The Western Canada Turfgrass Association (WCTA) and Sports Turf Canada (STC) announced that this year’s Fall Field Day will be on Thursday, Sept. 21, hosted by Nick Barbour at the District of North Vancouver. “Planning is still in the very...

SFMA Featured Speakers of the Month for September

The SFMA Conference Education Committee has put together an exciting and informative education program for the 2024 Conference in Daytona Beach, Florida. Each month, speakers will be featured to highlight a sample of what will be offered to attendees at...
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Ignite Attachments expands snow tool lineup

Ignite Attachments added to its lineup of products with new commercial-grade snow blades for heavy-duty snow removal. Additionally, Ignite beefed up existing snow tool lines to provide more efficiency. This includes an optional hydraulic rotation chute for its line of...

SFMA members at the Little League Baseball World Series

Each year, volunteer field crews maintain two stadiums for games plus five practice fields for the two-week long Little League Baseball World Series. Many of the volunteers are members of the SFMA, and this was the 26th year that the...