Marysville, Ohio — Former Scotts Miracle Gro Vice President Mark Long has joined SafeLawns Foundation founder Paul Tukey to launch Organic Green Pros, a nationwide consulting service aimed at helping municipalities, businesses, homeowners, and the horticulture industry transition away from weed’n feed and other synthetic chemical lawn and garden products. “Historically, our industry has not always had the best reputation for environmental stewardship, and perhaps deservedly so,” declared Long, who was recruited to launch Scotts LawnService nationally in 1997. “Today the nation is demanding a different kind of approach that considers our impact on the environment, human health, and the planet overall. I’m excited to work with the leader in that conversation to effect real change.” For Tukey, author of the Organic Lawn Care Manual and referred to as “the godfather of the organic lawn movement” by the New York Times and others, working with the founder of the nation’s second largest synthetic chemical lawn care service company represents a huge opportunity, not a change of heart. “Mark’s 30-year operational track record in lawn care is unsurpassed,” said Tukey. “You won’t find anyone more respected, with more sincerity. Together we’ll show cities how to green their parks and playgrounds safely and affordably. We’ll show lawn care companies how to satisfy customer needs while striving for SafeLawns standards and maintaining profitability.” Long and Tukey plan to assist their clients by tapping their international network of industry experts and product sources. They will also offer educational and inspirational seminars to municipalities, businesses, and civic groups.
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