EDUCATION & CEUS 2019 Regional Turf Seminars...2 2019 Regional Turf Seminars T he Florida Turfgrass Association (FTGA) was founded in 1952 by a group of individuals with the goal of

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The Florida Turfgrass Association (FTGA) was founded in 1952 by a group

of individuals with the goal of offering stronger leadership as a statewide umbrella organization. FTGA members include golf course superintendents, lawn care professionals, sod growers, manufacturer representatives and suppliers, sports and leisure and other professionals employed or impacted by the turfgrass industry.

Today, the FTGA continues to advocate for and promote the turfgrass industry with extensive research, continuing education and opportunities for turfgrass professionals to network with their colleagues. The future of the FTGA is in the hands of its members. It is the support and participation of its members that helps the FTGA in its ongoing commitment to build and serve a network of turfgrass professionals.

In addition, the Florida Turfgrass Research Foundation (FTRF) is dedicated to the preservation of the natural resources of our state and to the enhancement of the quality of life of its residents. From the excellent condition of our athletic fields and golf courses to the aesthetic beauty of our

parks, lawns and green belt areas; outdoor recreation and beautiful landscapes play a major role in the way of life of Florida residents. The FTRF constantly seeks new procedures, new products, new varieties of grass to reduce the dependence on pesticides and biotechnological methods to control pests and seeks to develop grasses that require less maintenance with increased tolerance to shade, cold, heat and drought. Through private endowments, the FTRF helps to offset declining research budgets caused by the reduction of state and federal funding to universities and research institutions.

The Foundation has the opportunity to become the largest and most productive turfgrass-research association in the United States. Quality research is the Foundation’s highest priority. Through educational workshops, seminars, literature and publications, both members and donors will be able to see and experience what the FTRF has accomplished with their gracious support. Your contribution will help the FTRF find the answers necessary to maintain and improve the quality of life for us all.

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2019 SEMINAR LOCATIONS & DATESPlantation January 15Lake Worth January 16Port St. Lucie January 17Ocala January 29Orlando January 30Cocoa January 31Plant City February 12Manatee February 13Fort Myers February 14Milton February 26Tallahassee February 27Jacksonville February 28

The Florida Turfgrass Association hosts 12 Regional Turf Seminars throughout the state of Florida. These seminars provide local educational programs on topics such as pests and diseases, weeds, BMPs, regulatory issues, safety and pesticide usage. Attendees will receive CEUs from the Florida Department of Agriculture, Certified Crop Advisor Credits and GCSAA.

• Attendees will receive CEUs from Certified Crop Advisors, FNGLA, GCSAA credits and FDACS.

• Continental breakfast and lunch are provided for each attendee.

• Everyone will attend the entire seminar from 8:30 am – 2:10 pm.

• The morning CORE CEU session will be held from 8:30 am – 11:30 am.

• Lunch is from 11:30 am – 12:30 pm.

• Attendees can choose between the afternoon golf or landscape session from 12:30 pm – 2:30 pm.

• CEUs are distributed at the end of the seminar.

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PLANTATIONTuesday, January 15Jacaranda Country Club

9200 W Broward Blvd | Plantation, FL 33324

Topics and speakers are subject to change.

NEW LOCATION

TIME TOPIC SPEAKER7:30-8:00 a.m. Registration

8:00-8:20 a.m. Introductions Heather Russo, Florida Turfgrass Association

8:20-9:10 a.m. Tank Mixing to Sidestep DisastersIt is a common practice to combine multiple products into a single spray application. There are many benefits of tank mixing with the overall goals of efficiency and convenience. Newer product formulations have become even more complex and when mixed with other pesticide products, factors including mix water chemistry and adjuvant use, must be considered. As a result, each tank-mix partner added increases the potential for incompatibilities. This presentation will review the factors influencing physical and chemical incompatibilities and how to avoid such problems. The Precision Laboratories compatibility test kit will be displayed and discussed.

Dr. Fred Fishel, University of Florida

9:10-9:30 a.m. Vendor Industry Presentations

9:30-9:50 a.m. Break

9:50-10:40 a.m. Pesticides and the EnvironmentPotential fate of pesticides in our environment, methods of transport, label precautions, and other best management practices to avoid environmental contamination and non-target organism injury.

Yvette Goodiel, Martin County Extension

10:40-11:30 a.m. Florida Friendly Landscaping and the LawIn depth discussion of landscape management practices and whether they are protected from HOA deed restrictions.

Dr. Jeffrey Van Treese, Palm Beach State College

11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Lunch

LANDSCAPE SESSION12:30-1:20 p.m. Pest Management Update

Review of pests affecting ornamental landscapes and how to manage them. Discussion includes proper use of products, environmental concerns and potential of pest resistance.

Dr. Catharine Mannion, University of Florida

1:20-2:10 p.m. Advanced N and Warm Season Grass GrowthThis talk will cover N sources and rates and using N application most effectively for optimal turf response and stress tolerance. Strategies for getting through summer fertilizer bans will also be discussed.

Dr. Laurie Trenholm, University of Florida

GOLF SESSION12:30-1:20 p.m. Basic Soil Physics for Sports Turf and Golf Courses

Principles of porosity, available water capacity, hydraulic conductivity and growing grass.Dr. Phil Busey, Phil Busey Agronomy Consulting

1:20-2:10 p.m. Measuring Soil pH: Procedures and InterpretationsThis lecture focuses on how to make soil pH measurements, what to ask the soil testing lab regarding soil pH measurements for samples. Also to interpret lab data as reported for management decision making.

Dr. Lee Berndt, Berndt Consulting


Polish American Club4725 Lake Worth Rd. | Greenacres, FL 33463







9:30-9:50 a.m. Break

9:50-10:40 a.m. Nitrogen Release From Polymer-Coated Urea (PCU) Under Field ConditionsPresent the results of field trials that were carried out to evaluate and model, N release from various PCU’s under different conditions during different times of the year. Also, compare N release from surface-placed versus soil-covered PCU fertilizers.

Dr. Nael El-Hout, Wedgworth’s

10:40-11:30 a.m. Planning to Spray PesticidesThis CORE presentation will cover equipment selection, weather, calibration, and calculation for tank mix and spot application with emphasis on herbicides.

Dr. Phil Busey, Phil Busey Agronomy Consulting

11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Lunch




1:20-2:10 p.m. Advanced N and Warm Season Grass GrowthThis talk will cover N sources and rates and using N application most effectively for optimal turf response and stress tolerance. Strategies for getting through summer fertilizer bans will also be discussed.


GOLF SESSION12:30-1:20 p.m. Basic Soil Physics for Sports Turf and Golf Courses

Principles of porosity, available water capacity, hydraulic conductivity and growing grass.Dr. Phil Busey, Phil Busey Agronomy Consulting



LAKE WORTH Wednesday, January 16








9:30-9:50 a.m. Break

9:50-10:40 a.m. Mock Spill ProgramThis discussion will discuss safety and security issues while pesticides are in transit or in storage along with proper disposal of pesticides. The session will also discuss proper techniques of containing and cleaning up a pesticide spill.

Ed Skvarch, St. Lucie County Extension

10:40-11:30 a.m. Lethal Bronzing: A Devastating New Florida Palm DiseaseLethal bronzing (LB) is a destructive new palm killer in Florida. It is a bacterial pathogen, called a phytoplasma and is similar to lethal yellowing. Both are spread by the same insect vector. The latest research, LB’s spread within Florida, its known palm hosts, and current management recommendations will be covered.

Bill Schall, Palm Beach County Extension

11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Lunch




1:20-2:10 p.m. IPM for Landscape WeedsIPM steps and control options, common weeds and their management.

Yvette Goodiel, Martin County Extension

GOLF SESSION12:30-1:20 p.m. Be a Weed Expert

Identification and biology of the most common turf and landscape weeds in South Florida and Central Florida.




PORT ST. LUCIEThursday, January 17Port St. Lucie Community Center

2195 SE Airoso Blvd | Port St. Lucie, FL 34984


Marion County Extension Office2232 NE Jacksonville Rd. | Ocala, FL 34470


OCALA Tuesday, January 29



8:20-9:10 a.m. Proper Calibration of Handheld SprayersThis session will provide basic knowledge for handheld sprayers calibration including single nozzle and multi-nozzle boom systems. We will also discuss factors affecting calibration and how this can impact pesticide efficacy.

Dr. Travis Teuton, Sand Meadows Research


9:30-9:50 a.m. Break



10:40-11:30 a.m. Plant Nutrition and FertilizationBasic level discussion of what nutrients plants need and the fertilizers available to provide them.

Perry Haley, M. Ag., CCA, Wedgworth’s

11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Lunch

LANDSCAPE SESSION12:30-1:20 p.m. Updates on Insect Management in the Landscape

During this session, we will discuss the latest information regarding tools and tactics for managing insect pests and beneficial insects in Florida landscapes. This includes recently evaluated insecticides and new cultural management practices.

Dr. Adam Dale, University of Florida

1:20-2:10 p.m. Pesticide and the EnvironmentMarion County has three first magnitude springs. Two are major drainage basins which have received Basin Management Action Plans (BMAPs). Review principles in pesticide use to protect these environments.

David Holmes, Marion County Extension

GOLF SESSION12:30-1:20 p.m. Measuring Soil pH: Procedures and Interpretations

This lecture focuses on how to make soil pH measurements, what to ask the soil testing lab regarding soil pH measurements for samples. Also to interpret lab data as reported for management decision making.


1:20-2:10 p.m. Updates on Insect Management on the Golf CourseDuring this session, we will discuss the latest information regarding tools and tactics for managing insect pests and beneficial insects in Florida golf courses. This includes recently evaluated insecticides and new cultural management practices.




ORLANDOWednesday, January 30Orange County Extension Office

6021 South Conway Rd. | Orlando, FL 32812



8:20-9:10 a.m. Advanced N and Warm Season Grass GrowthThis talk will cover N sources and rates and using N application most effectively for optimal turf response and stress tolerance. Strategies for getting through summer fertilizer bans will also be discussed.



9:30-9:50 a.m. Break



10:40-11:30 a.m. How to Scout in the LandscapeScouting and monitoring for pest populations is essential to good IPM programs. By regularly inspecting the premises and plantings, insect and other pests can be detected and identified to make sure which are actually causing damage.

Celeste White, Orange County Extension

11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Lunch

LANDSCAPE SESSION12:30-1:20 p.m. Fertilizing in Seminole County and Florida Friendly Landscaping

Presentation will cover fertilizer BMPs and Florida Friendly Landscaping Nine Principles.Tina McIntyre, Seminole County Extension

1:20-2:10 p.m. Insects and Diseases on TurfInsect-related injury in the lawn. The common insects affecting turfgrass in Florida preventing or controlling insect damage to turfgrass. The symptoms of turfgrass disease and preventing and controlling diseases. Insect related injury in the lawn. The common insects affecting turfgrass in Florida and properly applying insecticides to prevent and control damage to the grass. Participants will also learn the symptoms of turfgrass diseases and properly applying herbicides to prevent and control diseases.

Grantly Ricketts, Osceola County Extension




1:20-2:10 p.m. Top Reasons for Turf Decline on Florida Golf CoursesSeveral factors can contribute to turf not performing at its best. This presentation will provide an overview of the top reasons on why turfgrass declines and methods of improvement. Additionally, an overview of emerging pests or problems facing turfgrass managers in Florida will be reviewed.

Dr. B. Todd Bunnell, Ph.D., BrightView Golf Maintenance


Brevard County Extension Office3695 Lake Dr. | Cocoa, FL 32926


COCOA Thursday, January 31






9:30-9:50 a.m. Break

9:50-10:40 a.m. Advanced N and Warm Season Grass GrowthThis talk will cover N sources and rates and using N application most effectively for optimal turf response and stress tolerance. Strategies for getting through summer fertilizer bans will also be discussed.


10:40-11:30 a.m. Measuring Soil pH: Procedures and InterpretationsThis lecture focuses on how to make soil pH measurements, what to ask the soil testing lab regarding soil pH measurements for samples. Also to interpret lab data as reported for management decision making.


11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Lunch

12:30-1:20 p.m. Organic Amendments, Biostimulants, Root-Enhancers, etc. as Tools For Nematode ManagementTurf managers are bombarded by salespeople and distributors hawking a variety of non-pesticide products that claim to provide some benefit to reducing nematode damage. Despite the nice graphs on brochures and testimonials, most lack much in the way of legitimate research to support these claims. Over the past two decades Dr. Crow has tested many of these and has found some that are helpful, and others not so much. In this seminar, he hopes to help you separate realistic expectations for these products from hype and spin.

Dr. Billy Crow, University of Florida

1:20-2:10 p.m. Landscape TroubleshootingA decision-making process for diagnosing and resolving landscape plant health issues. Identifying and managing issues based on evidence including plant adaptation, site conditions, environmental factors, cultural practices, and integrated pest management. Making science-based decisions to resolve issues once identified.

Dr. Ian Rodriguez, BrightView Landscape Maintenance



PLANT CITYTuesday, February 12Hillsborough Community College, Trinkle Center

1206 N. Park Rd. | Plant City, FL 33563



8:20-9:10 a.m. The Point of PPEInterpret differing PPE requirements on pesticide labels, differing types of PPE needed for the job and how to properly wear, clean and dispose of PPE.

Susan Haddock, Hillsborough County Extension


9:30-9:50 a.m. Break

9:50-10:40 a.m. Plant Nutrition and FertilizationBasic level discussion of what nutrients plants need and the fertilizers available to provide them.


10:40-11:30 a.m. Avoid Being the Point of Pollution: Maintenance and Field Operations BMPsNow more than ever, Golf and Green Industry Professionals need to be good “housekeepers”. This presentation will describe the necessary BMPs to reduce stormwater “illicit” discharge from facility storage, maintenance and onsite loading areas. It will review appropriate methods and practices of proper disposal of waste materials, waste reduction, reduce water use, and containment of nutrient-enriched debris.

Don Rainey, University of Florida

11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Lunch

LANDSCAPE SESSION12:30-1:20 p.m. Updates on Insect Management in the Landscape

During this session, we will discuss the latest information regarding tools and tactics for managing insect pests and beneficial insects in Florida landscapes. This includes recently evaluated insecticides and new cultural management practices.







1:20-2:10 p.m. Updates on Insect Management on the Golf CourseDuring this session, we will discuss the latest information regarding tools and tactics for managing insect pests and beneficial insects in Florida golf courses. This includes recently evaluated insecticides and new cultural management practices.



Manatee County Extension Office1303 17th Street W. | Palmetto, FL 34221


MANATEE Wednesday, February 13



8:20-9:10 a.m. Read the LabelThe participants will be taught how to read pesticide labels and where to find the information they require.

Don Rainey, Sarasota County Extension


9:30-9:50 a.m. Break

9:50-10:40 a.m. Pesticide LawsTeaching the participants about pesticide laws for both 487 and 482 categories.

Michelle Atkinson, Manatee County Extension

10:40-11:30 a.m. Principles of Pest ControlAttendees will learn how to identify types of pests, pest occurrence, pest prevention, suppression and eradication. They will also learn IPM their controls and resistance.

Ralph Mitchell,Charlotte County Extension

11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Lunch

12:30-1:20 p.m. Plant Nutrition and FertilizationBasic level discussion of what nutrients plants need and the fertilizers available to provide them.





FORT MYERSThursday, February 14Florida Gulf Coast University, Cohen Building

10501 FGCU Blvd. S. | Fort Myers, FL 33965



8:20-9:10 a.m. Pesticide SafetyAttendees will learn about pesticide labeling, formulations, harmful effects and emergency response, and pesticide and the environment.

Stephen Brown, Lee County Extension


9:30-9:50 a.m. Break

9:50-10:40 a.m. Estimating Nitrogen Release from Polymer-Coated Urea Using the Weight Loss MethodUsing the weight loss method to evaluate N release from different PCU sources and to compare N release from PCU fertilizers when placed either in fiberglass mesh-screen bags, or water-filled scintillation glass vials and covered with soil.

Dr. Nael El-Hout, Wedgworth’s

10:40-11:30 a.m. Avoid Being the Point of Pollution: Maintenance and Field Operations BMPsNow more than ever, Golf and Green Industry Professionals need to be good “housekeepers”. This presentation will describe the necessary BMPs to reduce stormwater “illicit” discharge from facility storage, maintenance and onsite loading areas. It will review appropriate methods and practices of proper disposal of waste materials, waste reduction, reduce water use, and containment of nutrient-enriched debris.

Don Rainey, University of Florida

11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Lunch

LANDSCAPE SESSION12:30-1:20 p.m. Cultural Management of Weeds

Using non-pesticide methods such as mowing, fertilization and irrigation to reduce or prevent weed problems.







1:20-2:10 p.m. Basic soil physics for sports turf and golf coursesPrinciples of porosity, available water capacity, hydraulic conductivity, and growing grass.




Santa Rosa County Extension Office6263 Dogwood Dr. | Milton, FL 32570


MILTON Tuesday, February 26

NEW LOCATION



8:20-9:10 a.m. Pesticide Applicator MathThis talk will cover the basic math skills needed to apply pesticides accurately and safely. Area, volumetric and speed calculations will be overviewed and participants will be grouped in teams and knowledge will be assessed.

Matt Lollar and Daniel Leonard, Santa Rosa County Extension


9:30-9:50 a.m. Break



10:40-11:30 a.m. Pest ID ChallengeParticipants will review common pests found in the landscape and integrated pest management options for controlling pests. Participant knowledge will be assessed throughout the presentation.

Sheila Dunning, Okaloosa County Extension

11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Lunch

12:30-1:20 p.m. Updates on Insect Management in the LandscapeDuring this session, we will discuss the latest information regarding tools and tactics for managing insect pests and beneficial insects in Florida landscapes. This includes recently evaluated insecticides and new cultural management practices.






TALLAHASSEEWednesday, February 27Florida State Conference Center

555 W Pensacola St | Tallahassee, FL 32306NEW LOCATION



8:20-9:10 a.m. Best Practices to Prevent Negative Environmental Impacts of Pesticide ApplicationsAttendees will learn of the common potential environmental impacts of pesticides. They will be about to find information regarding environmental impact of specific pesticides. The BMP to reduce potential of negative environmental impacts.

Mark Tancig, Leon County Extension


9:30-9:50 a.m. Break



10:40-11:30 a.m. Updates on Insect Management in the LandscapeDuring this session, we will discuss the latest information regarding tools and tactics for managing insect pests and beneficial insects in Florida landscapes. This includes recently evaluated insecticides and new cultural management practices.


11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Lunch



1:20-2:10 p.m. TBATBA

Dr. Eban Bean, University of Florida


San Jose Country Club7529 San Jose Blvd. | Jacksonville, FL 32217

JACKSONVILLE Thursday, February 28



8:20-9:10 a.m. Dangerous Weeds and Insects in the LandscapeThis session will focus on some of the more dangerous plants and insects that are found in the landscape. Identification will be covered so the participant will be able to determine if the plant and animal they encounter are harmful to other plants, insects (predatory), or people. This information will help guide their integrated pest management programs and ultimately product selection. Some examples of topics covered will include allelopathy, when plants produce chemicals that are harmful to others, beneficial insects they may find-in-the landscape, and plants and insects that should be removed because they are dangerous in an urban/golf landscape.

Erin Harlow, Duval County Extension


9:30-9:50 a.m. Break



10:40-11:30 a.m. Measuring Soil pH: Procedures and InterpretationsThis lecture focuses on how to make soil pH measurements, what to ask the soil testing lab regarding soil pH measurements for samples. Also to interpret lab data as reported for management decision making.


11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Lunch

12:30-1:20 p.m. Best Management Practices for Sports Turf FacilitiesIn this presentation, we will discuss sports turf management and the opportunities that exist for this sector of the industry to take a proactive approach to identifying and adopting Best Management Practices that promote athlete safety and environmental stewardship.

Dr. Jason Kruse, University of Florida

1:20-2:10 p.m. Why Are Your Pine Trees Dying?Pines trees are an important part of many golf course landscapes throughout North Florida. Whether these trees are located in play areas or in natural buffers, this past year has been particularly rough on these trees. This session will discuss why pine trees are dying in large numbers throughout Northeast Florida, what you need to know to identify problems early, management strategies, and how you can communicate changes due to tree removals to your players.

Larry Figart, Duval County Extension



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TURF SEMINAR LOCATION AND DATESEarly Registration closes on 1/11

Plantation ................... Jan. 15Lake Worth ................. Jan. 16Port St. Lucie .............. Jan. 17

Early Registration closes on 1/25

Ocala .......................... Jan. 29Orlando ....................... Jan. 30Cocoa ......................... Jan. 31


Plant City .....................Feb. 12 Manatee ......................Feb. 13Fort Myers ...................Feb. 14


Milton ..........................Feb. 26Tallahassee .................Feb. 27Jacksonville ................Feb. 28*

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• Continental breakfast and lunch are provided for each attendee.

• Everyone will attend the entire seminar from 8:30 am – 2:10 pm.

• The morning CORE CEU session will be held from 8:30 am – 11:30 am.

• Lunch is from 11:30 am – 12:30 pm.

• Attendees can choose between the afternoon golf or landscape session from 12:30 pm – 2:30 pm.

• CEUs are distributed at the end of the seminar.

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The Florida Turfgrass Association annually holds Regional Turf Seminars in 12 locations across the state of Florida. We want to thank FTGA board member and chair of the statewide Turf Seminar program, Christopher Brown of Nufarm, as well as the chairs and co-chairs of each local event for their help in making the Seminars possible.

These Seminars provide local educational programs on topics such as pests and diseases, weeds, BMPs, regulatory issues, safety and pesticide usage. Attendees will receive CEUs in core and turf and ornamental categories as well as Certified Crop Advisor Credits and GCSAA credits.

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EDUCATION & CEUS 2019 Regional Turf Seminars...2 2019 Regional Turf Seminars T he Florida Turfgrass Association (FTGA) was founded in 1952 by a group of individuals with the goal of