Max Walker, the big-hearted founder of Walker Manufacturing with a strong handshake and a passion for mowing, died early Monday morning. He was 88.

The Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI), along with automakers and marine manufacturers, today announced a formal legal challenge to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) "Regulation to Mitigate Misfueling" rule which was meant to address concerns about 15 percent ethanol blends and non-road products and older model-year vehicles.

Honda Power Equipment, a division of American Honda Motor Co., Inc. and marketer of a complete range of outdoor power equipment, announced today the launch of a new dealer program designed to support Honda Power Equipment, Honda Engines and Honda Marine product dealers participating in the company's global sustainability initiatives.

Honda Power Equipment today announced a new agreement with John Deere (Deere & Company) to sell Honda premium power products at participating John Deere dealerships in the United States.

Husqvarna Professional Products Inc ("Husqvarna") announces the intent to discontinue manufacturing and selling products under the Yazoo|Kees brand name by year end. Read more: http://www.sacbee.com/2011/09/19/3921919/husqvarna-announces-discontinuation.html#ixzz1YQX6iHJC

New Holland Construction today announced that in North America it will refocus on its compact product lines for the landscaping, utility, residential construction and agriculture industries, among others.

CEO Todd Teske shared Briggs & Stratton's future plans at an industry breakfast on September 9.

Kubota Riding Mowers, of Gainesville, Georgia recalls 6,000+ riding mowers. Hazard: The fuel hose clamp can detach from the fuel filter and allow gas to leak out, posing a fire hazard.

Ariens Company celebrated its 80th anniversary at its Brillion, Wis. Headquarters. More than 1200 guests gathered for the event, including dealers, current and retired employees, suppliers, and local community members.

Excel Industries is pleased to announce that Hustler Turf Equipment and BigDog Mowers have entered into an arrangement with Metro Lawn Propane Conversions.