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...

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.

Sports field surface characteristics are not uniform due to field construction, use, and management. This inevitable variability can impact athlete injuries, biomechanics, performance, and perceptions of a field. This presentation will describe ways to quantify variability and provide several exa...

This talk covers diagnosis and control of important lawn insect pests in the Midwest using reduced-risk insecticides and non-chemical tactics, with straight talk on which approaches are most effective. It also includes tips for safeguarding beneficial insects when controlling pests, and informati...

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 identify based on the host and the symptoms we see, from spots to patches. Belowground Diseases: Others tend to be mor...

Dave Zazra, Communications Manager of the North Shore Mosquito Abatement District (NSMAD), will speak about the NSMAD’s integrated pest management methods of controlling mosquitoes and minimizing the risk of vector-borne disease in the 14 municipalities they serve in the north eastern portion of ...

Turfgrasses have advanced a lot in the last 20-30 years. This talk will cover which species and varieties of turf to choose for different landscape applications.

Join Brad as he provides an update on the Department Pesticide Programs. He will also address changes to the licensing and certification system, online options for training and testing, and more. Finally, Brad will provide updates on pesticide misuse including issues with posting and notifications.

We've seen plenty of insects attacking turfgrass over the last couple years. Some are very common, and others are a little more odd. Join Nikki, as she covers pest biology, scouting methodology, and how to control turf pests.

The turfgrass industry is under increasing pressure to reduce management inputs. Data-driven management can be instrumental in making informed decisions about applying inputs only where, when, and in the amount needed. This presentation will provide an overview of several technologies for data-dr...

Learn how to challenge your mindset on how efficiently your business operates. An efficient operation pays off in profitability, safety, and success; positively impacting your customers and employees. We will discuss simple Lean Six Sigma tools to take the first steps, and how to sustain those re...

This talk will discuss procurement issues within the Green Industry, focusing on Fertilizers, Seed and Plant Protectants. During the last 18 months there have been many factors that have affected product availability. You will learn why things are getting more expensive and what you can expect ...

During our session we will dive into the technology helping to evolve the green industry. Specifically, we will cover how robotics are helping landscapers to solve labor demands, reduce costs and improve their environmental footprint. This will include an overview of both residential and commerci...

Even lawn care has a responsibility to be good stewards to the environment. This seminar will focus on the tools that will allow you to choose pesticides that are efficacious and gentler on the environment, applicator and home owner. Attendees will learn how to use an EIQ calculator to evaluate t...

Turfgrass problem solving is a necessary skill for all turf managers. Every turf manager needs the tools to quickly rule out possibilities and narrow focus to solve problems. This one-hour lecture will review basic plant pathology concepts and emphasize how to use these ideas to accurately diagno...

This talk will cover the basics of the turf grass species and cultivar selection. We will review the characteristics of the common species used in lawns and landscapes that draws upon decades of research at the University of Wisconsin and elsewhere. We will also explore a new web-based tool for c...

In 2020, Greene County Fertilizer Company completed year one of a two year study to evaluate Air-8 in comparison to mechanical aeration. In this session John Perry will present data from the trial, give pro’s and cons to both methods, describe the differences in liquid aeration products and inclu...

Let’s admit it, we have all injured turf unintentionally at some point with our herbicide application. Learn from the mistakes of others and prevent future errors but understanding the common pitfalls most applicators and companies make. This presentation covers either principles to avoiding her...

Two sets of products that offer an opportunity in an ever evolving market where knowing what they do or how they can help in drought or in a more organic or naturalized home lawn may be of benefit. The benefits of applying a pigment vary but in a dormant lawn offer an instant low environmental im...

This session will review the importance of porous, healthy, living soil, and the impact soil has on the health and appearance of turf, trees and woody ornamentals surviving in the urban environment. We will review how C20 Soil Builder works, the value to your customers, and how C20 can be used ...

With soil amendments increasing in interest and popularity, it's important to really understand why we are interested or choosing to use these tools. In this presentation we'll explore what they are. We'll look at the actual multiple reasons growers decide to implement the amendments. Lastly, we'...

Control products and spray methods, and mowing timing around application that you may have heard or even implemented at one time or another. Ross Braun, Ph.D., Purdue University, will present on a wide range of topics that includes “natural” or “organic” weed control options, mowing timing surrou...

Join the Bureau Chief of Environmental Programs, Doug Owens, as he provides a review of the Lawn Care Act, common misuse processes and issues they have seen so far this year, and how the Department has responded and adjusted their programs to the COVID-19 pandemic.