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In the News
Info Tanza, Irrigation Show Report Increased Attendance
Ponditat For Humanity Builds Feature for Disabled
USDA Invests in Specialty Crop Block Grants
EPA Intends to Remove the 40-percent Turfgrass Option for the WaterSense Label
Songbird Acquires Looker Products
Home Depot, Lowe's Report Divergent 3Q Results
Spectrum Brands Raises $200 Million in Note Offering
Lawn and Garden Retail Sales Down to $21.5 Billion, Study Says
Pride Family Brands Honors Sales Reps
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Cover Stories
Texas Retailer Creates a Formula for Success Devoting time, effort and generosity to the water garden industry, Rolf Nelson earns Water Garden News' 2011 Retailer of the Year award.
SplashDown 2012 This is a countdown of the 10 most significant happenings in 2011.
Breeding Brilliant Koi Fish farms report improved culling, colors and patterns to meet consumer demand.
Features
Pump Improvements Focus on Efficiency Manufacturers cite lower operational costs, improved capability and variable-speed technology as key advancements in pump technology.
Variety Contributes to Container Garden Sales Retailers report improved business when carrying an assortment of pots and example projects for customers.
Rainwater Harvesting Reaches New Heights The popularity, complexity and aesthetics of these systems continues to explode on the market.
Bonus Content: Rainwater Harvesting Methods Evolve from Days Past
Fire Products Remain Hot Manufacturers and retailers report rising sales as options include popular sizes, materials and price points.
Backyard Birding Industry Burgeons Feeder and food manufacturers innovate to keep up with consumer trends and demands. |