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Eighty-five percent of park and recreation agencies are highly involved with preparing for and responding to natural disasters — particularly those related to severe weather, according to a newly released Emergency Preparedness and Response in Parks and Recreation report from the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA). The Emergency Preparedness and Response in Parks and Recreation report examines the role park and recreation agencies play on the front lines in emergency preparedness and response. With the rise of extreme weather...
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Project EverGreen and ScottsMiracle-Gro revitalize a heat-stressed Phoenix park
Project EverGreen and ScottsMiracle-Gro completed the second phase of a major renovation at Barrios Unidos Park in Phoenix that includes planting of trees, grass and native plants. This transformative effort, part of Project Evergreen’s GreenCare for Communities initiative and funded by ScottsMiracle-Gro, aims to bring cooler green spaces and improved recreational opportunities to one of Phoenix’s most heat-stressed neighborhoods. Located near Sky Harbor Airport, the park is in a dense urban heat island with some of the highest summer temperatures...
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London Stadium pitch crowned best In the Premier League
The Grounds Management Association (GMA) announced that London Stadium won the prestigious Grounds Team of the Season accolade for the first time in the venue’s history. GMA worked alongside the Playing Surfaces Committee to determine the winners of the Grounds Team of the Season Award. The Playing Surfaces Committee consists of representatives from the Premier League, English Football League, Professional Footballers’ Association, Football Association and the Grounds Management Association. The London Stadium team consistently delivered outstanding surfaces for all home...
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Deere reports revenue drop, announces $20B manufacturing investment
During John Deere’s 2Q 2025 earning’s call on May 15, the company reported its net sales and revenue decreased 16% compared to the year prior, while chairman and CEO John May announced a commitment to invest $20 billion in the United States over the next 10 years. Financial report Deere & Company reported its worldwide net sales and revenues decreased 16 percent, to $12.763 billion, for the second quarter of 2025 and decreased 22 percent, to $21.272 billion, for six...
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International Turfgrass Research Conference
The 15th International Turfgrass Research Conference (ITRC) will be held at the Karuizawa Prince Hotel West in Karuizawa, Nagano, Japan from July 12-16, 2025. This is only the second time that the conference will be held in Japan; it was first hosted in Tokyo in 1989. Karuizawa is a popular summer resort area for the residents of Tokyo, and it has convenient access from central Tokyo. The combined knowledge of researchers and engineers from Japan and abroad will be brought...
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TurfMutt Foundation research shows the power of parks
New research conducted by The Harris Poll for the TurfMutt Foundation revealed the power of public parks with 89 percent of Americans considering a good public park system a top community amenity. Nearly all Americans (96 percent), according to the research, utilize public green spaces, like public parks, for recreation. A vast majority (89 percent) feel communities should prioritize providing these spaces for community health and well-being. “Parks are a big part of our lives from physical activities to connecting...
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PH Holdings acquires Turf Pride USA
PH Holdings, the parent company of PH Outdoors and PH Turf, has acquired Turf Pride USA, a leading manufacturer of professional turf maintenance equipment. This acquisition marks a new chapter in innovation and service for turf professionals across the country. Founded by Don Cotton, Turf Pride USA built a reputation for rugged, reliable solutions that enhance turf health and maintenance efficiency. The company’s flagship products — including the Core Collector, deep tine aerators, and the Trion series of lifts —...
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Advanced Turf Solutions partners with Arborjet | Ecologel
Advanced Turf Solutions (ATS) announced a new strategic partnership with Arborjet | Ecologel. This collaboration will unite Arborjet I Ecologel’s tree injection technologies with the extensive ATS distribution network. “This partnership allows us to offer a wide range of tree care products to our customers,” said Scott Brame, CEO of Advanced Turf Solutions. “By joining forces with Arborjet | Ecologel, we’re expanding our customers’ ability to care for all aspects of the properties they treat, not just turf and ornamentals.”...
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Bryant Van Meeteren named general manager of Exmark and Spartan
Bryant Van Meeteren has been named as the new general manager for Exmark and Spartan. According to Greg Janey, group vice president, landscapes and contractor of The Toro Company (TTC), Van Meeteren’s forward-thinking and action-oriented approach, coupled with his growth mindset, position him perfectly to lead the Exmark and Spartan brands into their next chapter. “Bryant embodies TTC culture and values, across the organization and in the Beatrice community,” said Janey. “His unique background and his expertise in supply chain...
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Prep now for SFMA Field of the Year
The application to submit to SFMA’s Field of the Year program will be available July 1. Visit SportsFieldManagement.org and find the link on the home page, or access it from the Programs page. Awards are given in three levels: In addition, five sports are eligible: baseball, football, softball, soccer, and sporting grounds (which is a broad category for sports such as lacrosse and rugby). Applications are independently judged by the SFMA Awards Committee using a scoring matrix rather than a...
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