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One application of Agrium Advanced Technologies’ Spread it & Forget it controlled-release fertilizer lasts all season long, saving users money and time.

The Connect2 interface provides real-time interaction with John Deere’s credit decision system and allows instant credit authorization.

The new company can better address the attachment trends today that are being driven by contractors and farmers serving a wide variety of construction, agriculture and related market segments.

Two new eco-friendly BOB-CAT units will also be introduced this season.

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Husqvarna is confident they know what consumers want in a riding mower. Under the Weedeater brand, they have introduced a small, maneuverable riding mower that is reportedly less intimidating and more affordable than larger models.

Does it seem like there are more maintenance contractors being awarded more jobs even though they continue doing sloppy work?

What can I say or do when bidding on commercial maintenance accounts knowing that the previous contractor didn’t perform 90% of the spec bid requirements?

If you know your numbers, your customers will buy them.

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