Yard & Garden Jan/Feb 2013

January 30, 2013

Gary Bussell

Survey: Gap In How Home Service Companies' Perception Of The Customer Communications Experience

Survey: Gap In How Home Service Companies' Perception Of The Customer Communications Experience

When considering factors that determine loyalty to a company, speed of response (36%) and “quality I can rely on” (32%) rank more highly with consumers than trusting the brand (30%).

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MOVA Launches LiDAX Ultra 2000 AWD & LiDAX Pro 800

The new models expand MOVA’s LiDAX lineup with two tailored solutions for residential lawn care: an AWD model built to improve traction, stability and self-recovery on larger or more challenging lawns, and a compact intelligent model designed for easy installation and refined management of smaller yards.

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Irrigation Components

The Hidden Side Of Smart Irrigation

Munro Companies

Why upgrading system components matters.

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Industry Updates

Pest Control Companies Are Focused On Efficiency

FieldRoutes released its 2026 Pest Control State of the Trades report - findings include growth optimism returning as pest operators double down on technology.

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Husqvarna's Automower Went Pro With The Automower 560 EPOS

Purpose-built for complex and demanding environments, the Automower 560 EPOS features a floating, heavy-duty cutting system engineered to handle dense grass and variable terrain.

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Fleet Management

The Missing Link Between Fleet Tracking & Liability Protection

The gap between owning telematics and actually using it daily.

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MOVE Shares Prototype Of Autonomous ZTR Mower

The 60V Autonomous ZTR Mower was designed for larger Lawns and cleaner finishes.

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Fungicides, Herbicides, Insecticides

Top Control Methods for Insects

A look at the various methods lawn care operators can use to keep their customers' lawns free of pests this summer.

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Mowing & Maintenance

Quick Mower Safety Reminders

Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI)

A few critical lawn mower safety steps that protect you every time you mow this summer.

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Recruitment & Retention

Why It's Never Too Late to Train Your Crews

LMN Inc. by Granum

An explanation of why landscape companies should invest in proper crew training now to set themselves up for success in the future.

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Compact Equipment

Maximizing The Landscaper's Fleet

Match the right equipment to every job and maximizing fleet productivity.

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Software & Technology

SoilIQ Launches LawnIQ

Find lawn guidance through the SoilIQ app.

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