Professional associations such as TCIA rely on strong member engagement. While large events remain a cornerstone, smaller, local gatherings – including TCIA’s Member Meetups – are creating more consistent opportunities for connection. Across the country, regional and state associations are [...]

Running a tree care company takes more than keeping crews busy and getting work on the schedule. The companies that grow with more stability are often the ones paying close attention to how the business works behind the scenes – [...]

Grace Ditch of Tree133 prepares a large American elm for macro-infusion to protect against Dutch elm disease, a vascular wilt pathogen. Photo courtesy of Craig Bachmann. Plant health care (PHC) is evolving. What was once often approached as [...]

Illustration by Khafizh Amrullah/iStock. In the tree care business, things can change quickly. One job may be a straightforward climb; the next may require every piece of equipment in your arsenal. That unpredictability is part of the appeal, [...]

Image by Katyaskrn/iStock What started as an ordinary pruning job eventually led me in an unexpected direction: education. Over time, I realized that becoming more visible and trusted as a local arborist does more than support your business. [...]