NLA's Green Matters Newsletter provides industry news, trends, and research every Tuesday

How Contractors Are Cutting Fuel Costs Without Raising Prices

With 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 costs onto customers. Read More

Are Your Marketing Efforts Actually Bringing in Business?

Many companies spend time and money on websites, ads, and social media without really knowing what’s working. This article shares simple ways businesses can better track leads, improve follow-up, and make smarter marketing decisions. Read More

US Drought Monitor: May 21, 2026 Map

A major exception to this dry regime was concentrated in southern portions of the region, specifically southern Texas, where localized convective storms delivered 1.0 to 3.0 inches of rainfall, resulting in the improvement of extreme (D3) drought in southern portions of Texas, Louisiana, and Mississippi.  Read More

Safety Topics Worth Revisiting During Peak Season

As crews head into the busiest time of year, this article highlights common jobsite risks from heat stress and lifting injuries to equipment accidents and shares practical reminders companies can use to help keep teams safe, productive, and injury-free during peak production season. Read More

Four Star Roses Recognized for Sustainable Varieties

Four Star Roses earned national recognition for varieties selected for strong disease resistance, landscape performance, and sustainability traits, becoming increasingly important for growers, retailers, and consumers alike. Read More