Earth and Turf Products

What Earth and Turf Products does

Earth and Turf Products is a family-owned U.S. manufacturer of commercial-grade topdressers, compost spreaders, and drop spreaders, founded in 1997 and headquartered at 1867 Kirkwood Pike in Kirkwood (Lancaster County), Pennsylvania. The company is co-owned by Henry Esh and Aaron Glick and operates with 11-50 employees, focusing entirely on equipment that distributes compost, sand, topsoil, lime, and other soil amendments across lawns, sports fields, golf courses, vineyards, and agricultural operations. Its core technological differentiator is a proprietary "widespread beater system" invented by the company (and patent-pending status on the 4-wheel drive/4-wheel steer MultiSpread 415SP), enabling handling of wet or dry material regardless of moisture content or particle size, and engineered to run at 100% hopper capacity in sand versus the ~40% limit cited for competitor machines. The product portfolio spans three sub-brands: MultiSpread (self-propelled and tow-behind topdressers including the 415SP, 410SP, 100SP, 62SP, 320, 220, 65PT, 248PT, and 320V vineyard model), Tru-Flo (drop spreaders including the 24D and 54D), and Dri-Flo (a 2023-launched line of Standard and Stainless Steel drop spreaders).

Earth and Turf generates revenue primarily through one-time hardware sales of these machines. Pricing is quote-based through an authorized dealer network rather than direct e-commerce, with a publicly disclosed MSRP of $1,062 for the entry-level Tru-Flo 24D push spreader and materially higher implied pricing for self-propelled and larger tow-behind units. International orders ship factory-direct with quotes that itemize freight, tariffs, and export charges; financing is offered through a third-party platform (approvepayments.com). The go-to-market motion is indirect: the company sells exclusively through dealers (with no direct sales near stocking dealers) across North America, Europe, and Australia, and complements dealer coverage with a topdressing-professional directory and a materials calculator to drive inbound demand. Named end-customers and reference use cases include the New York Mets (Citi Field), Granor Farms, Carolina Topdressing, Midwest Compost Solutions Inc., Tomlinson Bomberger, and Christmas tree operations, spanning professional sports, landscaping services, and agriculture. The company has no external institutional funding, no parent entity, and no subsidiaries.

Name

Earth and Turf Products

Legal name

Earth & Turf Products

Website

https://earthandturf.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1997

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Earth and Turf Products, founded in 1997 in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, manufactures commercial-grade compost spreaders, topdressers, and drop spreaders sold through an authorized dealer network across North America, Europe, and Australia to landscape contractors, sports field and golf course maintenance crews, market gardeners, vineyards, and homeowners.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial Turf Maintenance Equipment

NAICS

Lawn and Garden Tractor and Home Lawn and Garden Equipment Manufacturing (333112)

SIC

Lawn & Garden Tractors & Home Lawn & Gardens Equip (3524), Farm Machinery & Equipment (3523)

akta.pro primary industry

Lawn Rolling, Leveling & Topdressing (HSAIAAAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Mulching & Soil Topdressing Services (HSAIAFAC), Aeration & Overseeding (Seeding, Topdressing, Renovation) (HSAIAGAD), Residue & Straw Management (Choppers, Spreaders, Windrowers) (AFAAAEAF), Lawn & Garden Equipment Retail (Mowers, Trimmers, Snow Blowers) (CRAIADAG)

Keywords

• Commercial topdressing equipment
• Compost spreaders
• Tow-behind topdressers
• Drop spreaders
• Turf maintenance machines

Headquarters

HQ city

Kirkwood

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Equipment Sales: Earth & Turf manufactures and sells a full line of compost spreaders, topdressers, and drop spreaders. Products include self-propelled topdressers (62SP, 100SP, 410SP, 415SP), tow-behind topdressers (65PT, 220, 248PT, 320, 320V vineyard model), and Tru-Flo drop spreaders (24D, 36D, 54D, 48SS, 60SS, 72SS). Sales are conducted exclusively through dealers.
2. Financing Services: The company offers financing options through a third-party platform (approvepayments.com) to help customers purchase equipment.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Earth & Turf Products designs, manufactures, and sells commercial-grade topdressers, compost spreaders, and drop spreaders used to apply compost, sand, topsoil, lime, infill, and other soil amendments across lawns, sports fields, golf courses, vineyards, and farms. Products are sold through an exclusive dealer network in North America, Europe, and Australia, with international orders shipped direct from the factory.

Product overview

Earth & Turf Products is a manufacturer of compost spreaders and topdressers founded in 1997, offering three main product lines: MultiSpread self-propelled and tow-behind topdressers, Tru-Flo drop spreaders, and Dri-Flo drop spreaders. The MultiSpread line includes the stand-on 415SP and 410SP models, walk-behind 100SP and 62SP, and tow-behind 320, 220, 65PT, and 248PT units—all featuring the company's patented widespread beater system for spreading wet or dry materials. The Tru-Flo and Dri-Flo drop spreaders provide precision application for golf greens, sports fields, and agricultural applications. These machines are designed for landscapers, golf course maintenance directors, sports field managers, market gardeners, vineyards, and homeowners to apply compost, sand, topsoil, lime, and other materials for lawn and soil improvement.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• MultiSpread: Product line of top dressing spreaders including models 320, 220, 65PT, 248PT, 415SP, 410SP, 100SP, 62SP for spreading wet or dry materials.
• TruFlow
• Dri-Flo

Products and services

• MultiSpread 415SP Stand-On Top Dresser Self-propelled stand-on topdresser with 4-wheel drive and 4-wheel steer system, 48-inch brush dispenser, designed for superior maneuverability and speeds up to 7 MPH, intended for landscape contractors, sports field managers, and grounds maintenance professionals.
• MultiSpread 410SP Top Dresser Self-propelled stand-on topdresser with a 35-1/4 inch yard-gate-friendly width, 4-wheel drive and 4-wheel steering for precise maneuvering near edges and corners, intended for landscape contractors serving residential properties.
• MultiSpread 100SP Self-Propelled Topdresser Walking-style self-propelled topdressing spreader with a 10.5 HP engine, hydrostatic drive, 10 cu. ft. hopper, and brush expeller for sand, compost, topsoil, and similar materials.
• MultiSpread 62SP Landscaping Topdresser Self-propelled topdresser with a 6.5 HP Briggs & Stratton engine, forward/reverse drive, and 6.7 cu. ft. capacity for small lawns and residential contractor use.
• MultiSpread 320 Tow-Behind Compost Spreader Largest tow-behind topdresser with a 27 cu. ft. hopper expandable to 54 cu. ft. (2 cu. yd.), requires a minimum 20 HP tow vehicle, spreads 60-72 inches via the widespread beater system, intended for athletic fields and large landscape jobs.
• MultiSpread 220 Compost Top-Dressing Spreader Pull-type topdresser with a 15 cu. ft. hopper, towable by commercial mower, UTV, or lawn tractor, spread width of 42-60 inches, with two-wheel ground traction drive.
• MultiSpread 65PT Top-Dress Spreader Small pull-type topdresser designed for lawns and market gardeners with an adjustable end-gate that maintains consistent depth regardless of travel speed.
• MultiSpread 248PT Large Pull-Type Drop Topdresser Large pull-type drop topdresser with 1 cubic yard capacity and wider stance tires, expanding the 65PT design for greater stability and efficiency on larger lawns and market garden operations.
• MultiSpread 320V Vineyard Sidedresser / Spreader Specialty topdresser sized to fit between vineyard rows for thorough topdressing and sidedressing applications in vineyards and garden rows, designed for narrow but full-coverage application.
• Tru-Flo 24D Push Lawn Drop Spreader Push-type lawn drop spreader with 3 cu. ft. hopper, 24-inch spread width, four-wheel stance with ground drive power from the front wheels, designed for tight areas and dry materials up to 25% moisture content; MSRP $1,062 USD.
• Tru-Flo 54D Pull-Behind Drop Spreader Largest pull-behind Tru-Flo drop spreader with 15 cu. ft. capacity, 54-inch spread width, and 350 lb. weight, designed for schools, synthetic turf installers, golf courses, and market gardeners.
• Dri-Flo Standard Series Drop Spreaders (36DF, 48DF, 60DF) Standard steel drop spreaders for applying dry, flowable materials with precision, including 36-inch, 48-inch, and 60-inch width models for lime, fertilizer, and similar dry materials.
• Dri-Flo Stainless Steel Drop Spreaders (48SS, 60SS, 72SS) Corrosion-resistant stainless-steel drop spreaders for enhanced durability in moist environments, available in 48-inch, 60-inch, and 72-inch models for lime, fertilizer, and dry material application.

Quantifiable outcome

• 100% sand capacity vs. 40% for typical compact topdressers
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• STEC (Southeastern Turf Equipment Company)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSTEC recently became the newest dealer for Earth & Turf Products. Founded in 1997, Earth & Turf produces commercial-grade topdressers and spreaders. STEC represents the company in their territory as an authorized dealer.
• Conestoga Manure SpreadersminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEarth & Turf recommends Conestoga Manure Spreaders as their preferred partner for dedicated manure spreading equipment. Conestoga builds high-quality ground-drive and PTO manure spreaders that handle everything from small farms to large-scale operations, including CM-25, CM-50, C-50, C-80, C-125, and C-175 models. This is a complementary product recommendation rather than a formal partnership.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• The Toro Company: Large diversified turf and landscape equipment OEM whose golf and grounds product range overlaps Earth & Turf's applications at far greater scale.
• Ventrac (Venture Products): Maker of compact tractors and turf attachments including topdressers for professional grounds care, offering overlapping capabilities within a broader equipment portfolio.

Direct peers

• ABI Attachments: Manufacturer of groundskeeping and turf/arena equipment including topdressers and drags, serving overlapping sports-turf and landscape customers.
• Turfco Manufacturing: US manufacturer of topdressers, aerators, and turf maintenance equipment sold to golf, sports turf, and landscape professionals — directly overlapping Earth & Turf's topdresser lineup and customer base.
• Millcreek Manufacturing: Pennsylvania-based maker of turf topdressers and compost/manure spreaders for landscapers and growers, closely comparable in product line and regional roots.
• Dakota Peat & Equipment: Maker of Dakota turf topdressers and material handling equipment for golf courses and sports fields, competing head-on in the topdressing spreader category.
• EcoLawn Applicator: Manufacturer of compost topdressers/spreaders for lawns and turf, sharing Earth & Turf's core compost-spreading product and contractor/homeowner customer focus.
• TurfTime Equipment: Builds turf topdressers, spreaders and field maintenance equipment for sports fields and golf courses, directly competing in Earth & Turf's niche.

Others

• Conestoga Manure Spreaders: Recommended complementary partner making manure spreaders; adjacent spreading-equipment manufacturer rather than a direct topdresser competitor.

Regional players

• Redexim (Turf Tidy): European manufacturer of turf maintenance and topdressing equipment serving golf and sports turf globally, comparable in category but rooted in a different core geography.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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