Kris Kiser: "In all the conversations and policies around drought, not enough has been stated around the negative consequences of demonizing grass and replacing it with non-living ground covers like mulch or gravel."
Entries will be accepted through Aug. 31, 2016, through Instagram and Twitter using the hashtag #ToroGives. The two nonprofits receiving the most votes, will each receive a $10,000 grant.
The competition is in its fifth year and runs through April 30. It challenges mayors across the U.S. to help spread the word about the importance of water conservation.
Yanmar America is the North American headquarters of Yanmar Holdings. Ranked #1 in Product
Quality for five years in a row by the Equipment Dealers Association, Yanmar provides innovative
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Yanmar was the world’s first manufacturer to develop a practical small diesel engine in 1933 and
has continued to push the boundaries of innovation and technology ever since. As a manufacturer of
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equipment, Yanmar's products are sold in over 130 countries.
At Yanmar America, we are committed to providing our customers with the highest quality products
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look forward to the opportunity to work with you in achieving your goals.
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