The Dirt
Landscape Illinois committees regularly identify the emerging issues, trends, and challenges shaping the green industry. This video series features brief, insightful conversations with leading landscape professionals following committee meetings, offering expert perspectives on timely topics that matter most to today’s landscape industry professionals.
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The Dirt: Owners and Managers Committee discusses Fuel Surcharges
In this episode of The Dirt, members of the Landscape Illinois Owners and Managers Committee discuss fuel surcharges. The Owners and Managers committee is a group within Landscape Illinois where senior business leaders discuss pressing issues impacting the landscape industry.
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The Dirt: Employee Recruitment and Retention: The Meeting After the Meeting
In this episode of The Dirt, members of the Owners and Managers Committee discuss the ongoing labor challenges, strategies for attracting and retaining employees, and innovative approaches to workforce management in the post-COVID era.
Key Topics Include:
Labor shortages and industry challenges
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The Dirt: The Value of Peer Groups for Young Professionals and their Employers
This panel discussion between members of our Young Professionals Committee explores the importance of peer groups in the landscape industry. It highlights how connecting with industry peers can provide support, knowledge, and new perspectives, especially for young professionals.
Key Topics Inclu...
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The Real Dirt: A Conversation with Irrigation Chairperson Brett Gold
Brett Gold, COO of American National Sprinkler, shares how he's leveraging AI and technology to revolutionize the irrigation industry, improve efficiency, and build stronger industry partnerships. Discover practical insights on implementing AI, navigating industry regulations, and fostering succe...
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The Dirt: Red-Dyed Diesel
Landscape Illinois Executive Director Scott Grams explores the recent Presidential and Gubernatorial executive orders regarding red-dyed diesel fuel and the implications for the landscape industry. Learn how legal changes affect fuel use and what landscape professionals and growers need to know t...
