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NLA's Green Matters Newsletter provides industry news, trends, and research every Tuesday  Nursery Prices Continue to ClimbA new State of the Industry report shows nursery prices have continued to rise, reflecting ongoing market trends. See what the latest data says and what it could mean for growers, retailers, and landscape professionals. Read More >> Protect Your Crews from Rising Tick RisksTic

NLA's Green Matters Newsletter provides industry news, trends, and research every Tuesday  Simple Marketing Ideas That Help Drive SalesFrom improving your Google presence to creating better in-store experiences, these practical marketing strategies can help garden centers attract customers, build loyalty, and increase sales year-round. Read More >> Technology Won't Fix a Broken ProcessBefore inves

NLA's Green Matters Newsletter provides industry news, trends, and research every Tuesday  Free Irrigation Training for You and Your TeamInconsistent watering can lead to plant losses, wasted resources, and unhappy customers. These free irrigation training modules include videos, hands-on activities, and ready-to-use lessons to help employees build better watering skills. You can find the six trai

NLA's Green Matters Newsletter provides industry news, trends, and research every Tuesday  Battery Equipment Adoption Requires More Than New ToolsAs more companies add battery-powered equipment to their fleets, charging infrastructure is becoming a critical operational consideration. Learn how landscape businesses are planning for power needs, crew productivity, and future growth.  Read More >> Fi

NLA's Green Matters Newsletter provides industry news, trends, and research every Tuesday  How Better Irrigation Management Improved Crop PerformanceA greenhouse case study demonstrates how strategic irrigation management helped improve plant quality while maximizing water efficiency. The findings offer practical insights for growers looking to optimize production without increasing inputs.Why it

NLA's Green Matters Newsletter provides industry news, trends, and research every Tuesday  How Contractors Are Cutting Fuel Costs Without Raising PricesWith fuel remaining one of the industry’s biggest operational expenses, contractors are tightening routes, stocking trucks more strategically, and using remote technology to reduce unnecessary trips all while trying to avoid passing additional cost

NLA's Green Matters Newsletter provides industry news, trends, and research every Tuesday  Small I-9 Errors Could Now Lead to Bigger FinesRecent ICE enforcement changes are turning some previously correctable I-9 paperwork mistakes into costly violations. If your business hasn’t reviewed its hiring and documentation process recently, now may be a good time to take a closer look. Read More Irrigati

NLA's Green Matters Newsletter provides industry news, trends, and research every Tuesday  Struggling to Hire? Try This FirstResumes only tell part of the story. Learn how working interviews can help you evaluate skills on the job and avoid costly hiring mistakes. Read More Cut Energy Costs Without Sacrificing CropsRising energy prices are hitting margins hard. This quick read outlines practical w

NLA's Green Matters Newsletter provides industry news, trends, and research every Tuesday  Federal Funds Aim to Lower Fertilizer CostsThe U.S. government is planning to use tariff funds to boost domestic fertilizer production and ease rising input costs. While relief is coming, it could take months or longer as new supplies take time to come online. Read More New Farm Bill Could Reshape Labor and

NLA's Green Matters Newsletter provides industry news, trends, and research every Tuesday  Texas Water Supply Concerns Are GrowingTexas may need $174 billion over the next 50 years to meet water demand as drought and growth strain supply. For businesses, that could mean rising costs, new regulations, and increased pressure on water use. Read More Free Soil Testing Opportunity Worth a LookA nationa

NLA's Green Matters Newsletter provides industry news, trends, and research every Tuesday  Rising Costs? How Technology Can Help Growers Stay CompetitiveRising global tensions are already impacting input costs for growers, from energy to materials. The good news: new technology is helping businesses track expenses, improve efficiency, and protect margins. If you’re feeling the pressure, this is wo

NLA's Green Matters Newsletter provides industry news, trends, and research every Tuesday  The Financial Mistakes Hurting Landscape CompaniesMany landscape businesses struggle not because of a lack of work, but because of hidden financial blind spots. From underpricing to misreading profit margins, small misconceptions can quietly impact long-term growth and profitability. Read More Using AI for E

NLA's Green Matters Newsletter provides industry news, trends, and research every Tuesday  How Growers Are Using AI Right NowAI is already helping growers make faster decisions, reduce guesswork, and run more efficiently. See what you can start using today. Read More How Top Industry Leaders Think DifferentlyFrom decision-making to leadership, small mindset shifts can make a big impact on your bus

TNLA's Green Matters Newsletter provides industry news, trends, and research every Tuesday  Smarter Irrigation, Less GuessworkAI can analyze conditions, recommend when and how much to water. Helping you spend less time guessing and more time running your business. Read More Leading Under Pressure Without Losing Your TeamThe busy season can lead to burnout and turnover. Here’s how to manage your en

TNLA's Green Matters Newsletter provides industry news, trends, and research every Tuesday  New Water Rule in McAllen: Commercial Irrigation Audits Now RequiredTo address water conservation, the City of Allen now requires irrigation audits for commercial properties. The change could influence how contractors design, maintain, and manage irrigation systems across North Texas. Read More Mulching Equ

TNLA is now accepting nominations for several positions on the 2026 State Board of Directors.Because TNLA represents the entire state of Texas, our leadership structure includes two levels of boards:State Board of DirectorsManaged by the TNLA State OfficeFor the upcoming election cycle, nominations are open for the following positions:• Region V State Director• Region VII State Director• Supplier

TNLA's Green Matters Newsletter provides industry news, trends, and research every Tuesday  Could AI Drones Help Solve Agriculture’s Labor Shortage?With farms facing growing labor challenges and rising costs in the H-2A guest worker program, some producers are experimenting with AI-powered drones to monitor crops and support field operations. The trend highlights how automation and ag-tech may pla

TNLA's Green Matters Newsletter provides industry news, trends, and research every Tuesday  Horticulture Sales SnapshotNew USDA data shows where nursery and greenhouse sales are rising and where they’re not. See what it could mean for your 2026 planning. Read More 2026 Farm Bill Update for GrowersThe House markup of the 2026 Farm Bill includes changes that may impact specialty crop support. See th

TNLA's Green Matters Newsletter provides industry news, trends, and research every Tuesday  Smarter Decisions Start with Self-AwarenessThe way we think influences how we hire, lead, and solve problems. This article explores how recognizing personal bias can strengthen leadership, improve team performance, and support smarter business decisions. Read More Smarter Irrigation with Plant-Driven Insigh

TNLA's Green Matters Newsletter provides industry news, trends, and research every Tuesday  How One Company Is Testing and Scaling AI in the FieldKeeping up with new technology, especially artificial intelligence, can feel overwhelming. Rather than shy away, Level Green Landscaping formed an internal AI council that brings team members from across the company together to test, evaluate, and share