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

Take the Guesswork Out of Watering

Texas A&M AgriLife’s free WaterMyYard app provides weather-based watering recommendations. See how contractors can help customers conserve water, protect their landscapes and lower their bills. Read More >>

Supply Lines Are Shifting. Plan Ahead.

Recent distribution changes are raising questions for growers and retailers preparing for spring. Learn how suppliers are responding and why early planning may help prevent product delays. Read More >>

US Drought Monitor: August 27, 2026 Map

Under a persistent heat dome ridge maintaining mostly dry conditions and unrelenting heat, widespread rapid drought expansion continued for another week across the South region. Weekly maximum temperatures exceeded 100 degrees F across nearly the entire region with the exception of Tennessee and peaked above 110 degrees along the Texas-Oklahoma border. Read More

Your Best Marketing Is Already in the Field

Photos from your crews can show customers the real people and quality behind your work. Build a simple system that strengthens customer trust, recruiting and team pride. Read More >>

Smarter Technology for Stronger Garden Centers

Discover how four technology companies are helping garden centers improve operations, serve customers and compete more effectively. Read More >>