Bees, Pesticides & Politics
2023 Turf Education Day
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50m
This talk by Dr. Daniel Potter explained why bees and other pollinators are in peril, the role of insecticides and other factors in pollinator decline, and how to safeguard pollinators when managing lawn and landscape pests. It will empower Green Industry professionals to objectively discuss this issue with the public. Pollinator conservation initiatives that can be implemented by land care professionals, garden centers, and homeowners will be discussed, as well as the best woody landscape plants for supporting bees and other pollinators.
Up Next in 2023 Turf Education Day
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Use of Biosolids, Compost & Biochar
A review of onsite research and demonstrations at North Shore Country Club testing various organic amendments including compost, biosolids and biochar. Focus on sustainable inputs to improve soil ecology and function for long-term plant health.
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This short teaser is for a longer video found at https://ilcabloom.vhx.tv/videos/23-10-03-ilca-diseases-of-turf
This session will be an overview of turfgrass diseases in the upper Midwest. The focus will primarily be on cool-season lawns. Aboveground Diseases: Some are relatively easily to ident...
