TL;DR
Riverview Landscapes has acquired Fresh Cut Lawn Care, a New Jersey-based landscaping provider, marking its 25th acquisition since founding in 2022. The acquisition establishes Riverview's new Atlantic County branch in Southern New Jersey.
Riverview Landscapes has acquired Fresh Cut Lawn Care, a commercial and residential landscaping and snow management provider headquartered in Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey. This transaction establishes Riverview's new Atlantic County branch within its Southern New Jersey region.
This acquisition marks Riverview's 25th since its founding in 2022.
Founded in 1983 by John and Shawn Ferrie, Fresh Cut serves a predominantly commercial customer base. Its service offerings include landscape maintenance, enhancements, installation, snow management, and holiday lighting.
> “Reaching our 25th acquisition is an exciting milestone for Riverview, and Fresh Cut is an outstanding addition to our organization,” says Michael Waterman, CEO of Riverview Landscapes. “The company has built an impressive reputation over more than four decades, with a strong commercial customer base and deep roots in Atlantic County. This acquisition expands our presence in Southern New Jersey and provides a strong platform for future growth in the region.”
The Egg Harbor Township location will serve as Riverview's Atlantic County branch. This move strengthens the company's ability to serve customers throughout Southern New Jersey and creates additional organic growth opportunities in the region.
> “After more than 40 years in the landscaping industry, Shawn and I felt it was important to find a partner who would take care of our customers and employees the same way we always have,” says John Ferrie. “Riverview shares our commitment to quality service and long-term relationships, and we are confident the company is well-positioned for continued success under their leadership.”
Following the transaction, Fresh Cut Founders John and Shawn Ferrie will retire from the landscaping industry.
The new Atlantic County branch will be led by Brian Cramer, who joined Fresh Cut in 1999 at the age of 18 and has played an integral role in the company's growth and success.
In addition to its Southern New Jersey operations, Riverview operates throughout New York, Northern New Jersey, and New England.
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This story was originally published in Lawn & Landscape on September 9, 2026. Burnaze summarizes and links to the original reporting.
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