Additions to the consumer lineup include bundles of 100 and 300 Series battery-powered handheld products, a redesigned zero-turn mower cutting deck and new laminated chainsaw bars.

Program offers tree care and commercial lawn and garden professionals the opportunity to return a qualified chainsaw within the first 7 days for a full refund.

Tree care professionals accumulate points through the purchase of select chainsaws. Each unit purchased is worth one point and a purchase that totals at least three points is eligible for a discount of up to 20%.

The CS-361P is powered by a 35.8 cc professional-grade engine, which has 15% more power than Echo’s CS-352 rear handle saw.

Toro's Lawnmower, Garden and Chainsaw Center has been in business for more than 42 years and Laura and Scott Toro have been running the business for more than 25 years. Despite their longevity, Laura Toro felt they could do more. And, as the person in charge of the finances, she wanted to better understand the business behind their business to help their dealership grow.

ECHO is proud to introduce the CS-620P, a 59.8cc high power professional chain saw targeted to arborists, loggers and professional firewood operations.

Tractor Supply Company, the largest retail farm and ranch store chain in the United States, has announced it will be the exclusive retailer of the Jonsered brand of professional grade chainsaws. This marks the first time this international brand of power equipment has been made readily available to US consumers.

Garden equipment maker Husqvarna predicted its key European market would stay tough after losses rocketed in the fourth quarter as retailers held back from buying stocks ahead of the key gardening season.

Husqvarna AB (HUSQB), the world's biggest maker of powered garden tools, plans to cut about 600 jobs in a move that will save 220 million kronor ($33 million) a year by 2014.