In May 2024, we’re expecting billions of generally harmless, but noisy, cicadas across Illinois. Landscape professionals who are concerned about damage to small trees and shrubs from ovipositing cicadas can wrap branches in protective netting before the cicadas emerge from belowground. This brief...

In January 2023, the Illinois legislature passed The Illinois Paid Leave for All Workers Act (PLFAW). The PLFAW makes Illinois the third state to pass a law mandating paid leave for employees for any reason. While the law is not scheduled to go into effect until January 1, 2024, it is important t...

Join Brad as he provides an update on the Department Pesticide Programs. He will also address changes to the licensing and certification system, online options for training and testing, and more. Finally, Brad will provide updates on pesticide misuse including issues with posting and notifications.

Dave Zazra, Communications Manager of the North Shore Mosquito Abatement District (NSMAD), will speak about the NSMAD’s integrated pest management methods of controlling mosquitoes and minimizing the risk of vector-borne disease in the 14 municipalities they serve in the north eastern portion of ...

Don’t let unanswered reviews cost you business! Ignoring reviews can make the situation even worse. You must respond. The question is: HOW?
Join Matthew Olson, President of the marketing agency Signalfire as you walk through a practical playbook of responding to reviews effectively. You’ll learn ...

Buckthorn has been identified as an invasive plant by the State of Illinois. ILCA has partnered with the Chicago Region Trees Initiative, based at The Morton Arboretum, to teach landscape professionals how to manage and eradicate this invasive species and to communicate these concerns to their cl...

Brief Introduction of ILCA’s Excellence in Landscape Awards Program, Taking Great Landscape Photographs, Don’t Forget the Details, What to Expect When Working with a Professional Photographer

2019 saw a record number of boxwood blight findings in landscapes and nursery production. Jill Calabro, with AmericanHort, provided a national perspective, including a preview of BMP’s to be released soon, and Scott Schirmer, with IL Dept. of Agriculture, gave an Illinois view, including detectio...

In 2018, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that employers can require that employees resolve employment disputes through binding arbitration. This ruling would permit employers to forego costly court cases including class actions that have been filed against many members of the ILCA. This webinar will...

Governor Pritzker has signed into effect sweeping new anti-sexual harassment legislation for employers. Deadline for employer compliance is December 31, 2020.

Effective January 1, 2020, compliance with new laws requires the following actions:
1) Mandatory anti-harassment training.
2) Reporting ...

On January 1, 2020, recreational marijuana became legal in the state of Illinois. Employers are required to provide a safe place to work. Drug-using employees are a hazard not only to themselves, but also to coworkers and the general public.

During this webinar, you will receive an abbreviated overview of the new OSHA silica dust regulations while discussing the health implications of the dust, and the proper methods for cutting and dust control. You will learn the best methods for cutting to reduce silica dust as well as learn how t...

Join attorneys Julie Proscia and Sara Zorich for this webinar exclusively designed for ILCA members to discuss SSA’s new no match letters and necessary compliance steps to address receipt of the SSA letters. They will discuss employer obligations, practical steps that employers should take, and l...

The laws that regulate trucking are complicated and extensive. Marc Fisher is the Executive Director of the Illinois Truck Enforcement Association and will discuss which laws apply to landscaping companies, including: common overweight issues, proper plating of vehicles, interaction with law enfo...

Spanish-speakers and Latinx employees comprise over 50% of the Illinois landscape industry. Bridging the gap is bigger than language. It is a cultural understanding that can reap tremendous dividends. This is a can’t miss webinar for owners, managers, supervisors and anyone else looking to bridge...

Has ‘No Mow May’ gotten you eager for accurate information on how to support pollinators? This popular Turf Education Day video from 2023 from Dr. Daniel Potter of the University of Kentucky will walk you through the role of insecticides in pollinator decline and how you can continue to manage la...

This short teaser is for a longer video found at https://ilcabloom.vhx.tv/videos/23-10-03-ilca-diseases-of-turf

This session will be an overview of turfgrass diseases in the upper Midwest. The focus will primarily be on cool-season lawns. Aboveground Diseases: Some are relatively easily to ident...

It is difficult to build a loyal labor force in the Midwest landscape industry when employees have to be laid off for 4 months a year. What if there was an alternative?

This webinar showcases WorkShare Illinois. This is a new state program that allows for a reduction in hours without having to l...

Dr. Fred Whitford, Purdue University
No one intends to spill pesticides, fertilizer or diesel fuel, but accidents happen. Being prepared and taking quick action can make a huge difference in protecting one’s property. If you have a spill, your quick actions during the first few minutes can make a...

Thanks to the American Business Immigration Coalition (ABIC) for presenting this webinar that covers an employer’s rights and responsibilities in the event of DHS Enforcement actions. During this webinar, we discussed how employers can:
- Conduct a self-audit of your I-9s to correct any errors an...

Jeff Taphouse at iLandscape 2025
As populations in cities grow, natural ground cover is being replaced with impervious surface cover and this in turn is causing an increase in stormwater runoff. The need to successfully manage and mitigate the harmful effects of stormwater runoff is becoming clea...

Dr. Jared Barnes at iLandscape 2025
Join Dr. Jared as you journey through some of the most inspiring gardens across the globe. In this talk we weill draw from a rich tapestry of landscapes, design philosophies, and plant palettes. Whether you're a seasoned horticulturist or an enthusiastic beginn...