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title: Best Green Industry Articles of 2017 (So Far...)
description: Check out the best green industry articles of 2017 through the first two and half months.
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# [Best Green Industry Articles of 2017 (So Far...)](https://success.hindsitesoftware.com/field-service-software-blog/best-green-industry-articles-of-2017-so-far)

 Written by [Dom Devine](https://success.hindsitesoftware.com/field-service-software-blog/author/dom-devine) | Mar 14, 2017

As Winter Storm Stella hammers the Northeast with 2 feet of snow in some areas, we wanted to be of some help 1,000+ miles away. So we’ve compiled some of the best [green industry](https://www.hindsitesoftware.com/) articles of 2017 through the first two and half months for those of you snowed in and looking for some useful reading material. That’s not to say those not experiencing any of the fluffy stuff can’t indulge, of course, all are always welcomed.

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### **Renovating America’s Front Lawn **

January 11, 2017

The grass on the National Mall was worn out, check out this article that details its renovation to greener days. *- *[*Turf Magazine*](http://www.turfmagazine.com/lawn-care/renovating-national-mall-lawn/)

 

### **Turf or No Turf? That is the Question **

January 15, 2017

This interesting article informs readers about the California drought and what alternative, water-saving options that are available for customers’ landscapes. *- *[*Turf Magazine*](http://www.turfmagazine.com/lawn-care/california-drought-turfgrass/)

 

### **Cut More Grass Faster **

January 16, 2017

As Ricky Bobby once said, “if you’re not first you're last.” Well, although that might not be 100% accurate, when it comes to mowing - faster is usually always better.  - [*Irrigation & Green Industry*](http://igin.com/article-5740-Cut-More-Grass-Faster.html)

 

### **Add Value to Your Irrigation Services**

January 16, 2017

“In the competitive world we live in, there are many ways for companies that offer irrigation services to add value for their clients. We don’t have to sacrifice or cut into our bottom line to make our businesses more attractive to property owners.”  - [*Irrigation & Green Industry*](http://igin.com/article-5741-Add-Value-to-Your-Irrigation-Services.html)

 

### **The Importance of Certification in the Green Industry **

January 23, 2017

As stated in the article, it’s tough to quantify how certifications impact your bottom line but Mr. Newman details different ways this recognition of professionalism can help your company.* - *[*Turf Magazine*](http://www.turfmagazine.com/services/certification-matters-really/)

 

### **The Relationship Between Irrigation and Pest Control **

January 24, 2017

Understand how to improve the way irrigation impacts your integrated pest management on customers’ turf* - *[*Turf Magazine*](http://www.turfmagazine.com/maintenance/the-relationship-between-irrigation-and-pest-control/)

 

### **Smart Controllers are Changing Fast**

February 15, 2017

Smart Controllers are wicked cool and it looks like things won't be changing anytime soon. As technology continues to rapidly progress, irrigation specialists need to keep up. And this article sets you off into the right direction*-* [*Irrigation & Green Industry*](http://igin.com/article-5792-Smart-Controllers-Are-Changing-Fast.html)

 

### **Are Landscape and Irrigation Contractors Special? **

February 15, 2017

Published author and industry expert Tony Bass looks back on his own experience and the industry as a whole to explain how contractors are a rare breed - willing to learn and do things that 98.1% of the population will never do. - [*Irrigation & Green Industry*](http://igin.com/article-5791-Are-Landscape-and-Irrigation-Contractors-Special.html)

 

### **Quit Making the Labor Crunch Worse! **

March 1, 2017

We all know labor - for most in the green industry - is tough to come by. This great article lays tips to lighten the weight of the current labor crunch. *- *[*Green Industry Pros*](http://www.greenindustrypros.com/article/12304551/landscapers-must-do-better-job-of-attracting-better-employees)

 

### **Patience & Proficiency Pay Off **

March 6, 2017

Learn how Phillips|Creasey parlayed their first large commercial installation projects into future large scale jobs through patience, professionalism and producing excellent results.  *- *[*Green Industry Pros*](http://www.greenindustrypros.com/article/12300715/company-profile-phillips-creasey-in-chattanooga-update)

 

### **Why Mid-Size Walk Mowers Make Sense **

March 8, 2017

Read how “the commercial walk-behind mower remains a mainstay on the trailers of lawn professionals across the country” *- *[*Green Industry Pros*](http://www.greenindustrypros.com/article/12302208/why-mid-size-walk-mowers-make-sense)

 

### **How to Deliver Project Estimates on Time **

March 10, 2017

An efficient project begins with a timely estimate. Learn how to project professionalism in your estimates.* - *[*Green Industry Pros*](http://www.greenindustrypros.com/article/12314525/how-to-deliver-project-estimates-on-time)

Looks like you’re someone who loves filling their head with knowledge. Check out our recently released [2018 Green Industry Benchmark Report](https://info.hindsitesoftware.com/2018-green-industry-benchmark-report). With nearly 60 pages and 60+ charts it’s almost certain to expand your mind.

 

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