EDUCATIONAL SPONSORED CONTENT Launching a tree care business takes courage. For many owners, the path begins with a pickup, a trailer and a chain saw. That may be enough to land the first few jobs, but it doesn’t take long [...]

As I peer into the rearview mirror, I envision the people who were instrumental in shaping my career. One such person was George Wahl, a foreman for the Bartlett Tree Expert Co. in Bala Cynwyd, Pennsylvania. I was hired for [...]

After 22 years with Tree Care Industry Magazine, six as managing editor and the last 16 as editor, I am retiring at the end of this year. If all goes according to plan, the December magazine will be my 264th [...]

When I first picked up the Courant Koala saddle, I was struck by its lightweight design and simple, sturdy construction. It’s easy to adjust and has a clean, streamlined feel – perfect for someone who doesn’t want to fuss with [...]

Like most of us in the tree care industry – and all industries, I would imagine – we are constantly trying to overcome obstacles in business, be they equipment, staff, cash flow, backlogs and the list goes on. Now that [...]