Ask the Expert: Seed Germination, Requires Determination

The upcoming overseeding season is going to experience unprecedented challenges when it comes to seed quality and availability—learn more from our Seed Report. That’s why it is critical to make sure the seed you do have germinates and establishes. We’ve connected with John Huber, our Sustainable Products…

The Great Resignation: Why It Doesn’t Need To Be That Way For Your Business

You may have only a few employees, or you might have a lot. Whatever the number of how many people make up your company they all play a critical role in the success of your business. Concerning however, are recent trends indicating how many employees are looking…

Why Rotate? An Herbicide Strategy.

If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it, right? Unfortunately, this is the approach many LCO Managers and Golf Course Superintendents take with regards to herbicide programs. I get it. As an LCO owner/applicator myself there are a handful of reasons why you continue with what’s been working….

5 Tips for Taking Better Photos to Showcase Your Business

Photography is essential for any business selling a service, especially in our industry. You want to ensure your marketing strategy not only communicates what your business can provide, but also present it to your customers visually. 65% of the population understand information better when it’s presented to…

Smart Irrigation Month: Industry Resources & Vendor Solutions

During the month of July, our industry celebrates Smart Irrigation Month—we showcase the innovations and solutions that Irrigation Professionals bring to society through best practices and efficient technologies. Below, we highlight the newest resources and vendor solutions for Smart Irrigation Month. Irrigation Association The Irrigation Association serves…

Smart Irrigation Month: 3 Tips for Irrigation Pump Sizing

Selecting the right irrigation pump for your project can affect your timeline, budget and the longevity and performance of the irrigation system. The experts at the Central Pump Hotline have the knowledge and resources to help you select a pump that is well suited for the job,…

Ask the Expert: Water & Labor Savings through Smart Irrigation

July is Smart Irrigation Month! That’s why we’ve connected with Dave Shane, one of Central’s Irrigation Experts, to learn more about smart irrigation, technology, and how efficient products and solutions can help to save water and labor. From Dave: The term “smart irrigation” came into common usage…

5 Tips for Consistently Capturing Online Reviews + Recommendations for Increasing Quantity & Quality of Online Reviews

We’ve emphasized the importance of having an online presence for your business, from having a successful website to ensuring your business is on Google My Business. In addition to having your online presence, having positive online reviews are vital for taking your business to the next level…

Best Practices for Managing Tick & Mosquito Season

The warm weather is here, it is time to get outside and enjoy nature. Americans have been doing so more than ever, a reaction, no doubt, to Covid cocooning. So, while we are out there taking a bite of nature, be careful because this time of year…

Ask the Expert: 5 Steps to a Successful Smart Outdoor Lighting System

The modern homeowner demands a fast and personalized experience at the push of a button…smartphone button. So, it’s no surprise that more than ever homeowners are asking for their lighting and landscape to utilize smart products. To make it even more challenging, they are increasingly educated and…