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There is more on Dr. Chou and what he brings to Rutgers later in this maga(cid:460)ine. We do welcome Dr. Chou and when you get a chance, do introduce yourself. NJTA(cid:859)s next ma(cid:361)or events are Rutgers Turfgrass Research Field Days. Tuesday, July 25, will be the fine turf day at Hort Farm 2. The following day, Wednesday, July 26, will be for landscape turf and sports fields at Adelphia Farm. Registration is open online by visiting the NJTA Website New Jersey Turfgrass Association - Home (www.n(cid:361)turfgrass.org). Find out the latest in research from technical materials and controls to the newest turfgrass variety coming to the market. Once again, the Field Day committee led by Tracy Wadhams and Craig Tolley and their volunteers, make this event happen in con(cid:361)unction with the turfgrass team from Rutgers University. A thanks to all involved and (cid:47) look forward to successful field days, as we always have. Reminder, it most likely will be hot and dry, so plan accordingly. Register NOW(cid:842) To go back to my opening statement, as you see, we are a diverse industry with one goal in mind(cid:857)(cid:857) turfgrass and landscape qual- ity and the environment in the state of New Jersey. The NJTA is a volunteer group of dedicated people striving to provide you, the industry, with what you want. Consider becoming a member of a NJTA committee, or even a board member. (cid:47)f you are not a mem- ber of the NJTA, (cid:361)oin now(cid:842) (cid:47)f you are already a member, thank you(cid:842) NJTA needs your support and assistance, even if you only have a little time to give(cid:842) (cid:122)ou will be rewarded. See you all at Field Day and have a successful summer(cid:842) Presi(cid:282)ent(cid:859)s Message: Ma(cid:425) Lin(cid:282)ner NJTA is an association comprised of many different fac- ets from the turf industry such as golf, turfgrass research- ers, chemical, seed, fertili(cid:460)er, irrigation manufacturers and distributors, landscape companies, nurseries, sod growers, pesticide regulations, and the list goes on and on. We are a very diverse and supportive group. Though you are an indi- vidual person, company, or entity, we are united in the goal of turfgrass and landscape quality and the environment in the state of New Jersey. This struck home to me a few weeks ago, when (cid:47) had the pleasure of working on the grounds for the PGA Championship at Oak Hill Country Club, in Rochester, N(cid:122). (cid:122)es, the 4:30 AM start time was challenging for seven (7) days(cid:854) even 3:30 AM one day. However, with the Oak Hill ground staff and the 60 plus volunteers, there was one and only one goal in mind (cid:884) to show the world, visitors and the PGA, the best turf conditions possible for a ma(cid:361)or golfing event in May in Rochester, N(cid:122). The entire group worked through heavy frost delays, 1” plus rain on Saturday, cold winds, and brilliant sunshine, to make the goal happen. The crews and volunteers were from all over the world. There were superintendents, assistances and turf students from France, (cid:47)reland, Australia, South Africa, Sweden and courses from all over the USA. There were turfgrass students who wanted to learn from the professionals. (cid:115)endors and suppliers supported all the meals and behind the scenes things required to pull this event off for the grounds staff and volunteers. (cid:47)t was truly a wonderful experience for me, and though this has been my (cid:1012)th similar event, none were as large as the 2023 PGA. (cid:47) bring up my experience to show how united we in this industry really are(cid:842) A case in point was our recently held Golf Classic(cid:842) As Chairman of the event, Shaun Barry likes to say, the “Universe(cid:859)s Largest Charity Golf Event” was a huge success. Despite heavy rains for two solid days prior (you remember them), the day turned out to be bright, sunny and the courses were in excellent shape. There were over 366 golfers registered for the event. The sponsors were up, the Silent Auction was a success, and though final numbers are not in, there appears to be about $100,000 profit that will benefit the Rutgers Turfgrass Foundation and ultimately you. Like the PGA, the event could not have been held and successful without the volunteers led by Shaun Barry and his committee. Also, the Silent Auction committee led by Josh (cid:60)opera and Fiddler(cid:859)s Elbow and it(cid:859)s staff. Can(cid:859)t forget Cece Peabody and her team of gracious and hard-working women that welcomed everyone with open arms. Lastly you the participant. Without everyone pulling together, the event would not have been possible or successful. A great THAN(cid:60) (cid:122)OU to everyone(cid:842) www.njturfgrass.org Clippings | Issue 2 • 2023 4 M e et the NJ TA Event Staff Cece Peabody, MAT, CMP (cid:28)(cid:454)(cid:286)(cid:272)(cid:437)ti(cid:448)(cid:286)(cid:3)(cid:24)(cid:349)(cid:396)(cid:286)(cid:272)(cid:410)o(cid:396) (cid:122)ou see them at every event...you may know their names, and you may have had many conversations with them. But (cid:47) have not ever for- mally introduced you to the staff who show up at the Golf Classic, the Field Days, and the Green Expo, and who work with me. Each of us know that our (cid:361)obs wouldn(cid:859)t be successful if we didn(cid:859)t have those who work with us to do many different tasks, to work together behind the scenes, and to help in whatever may be needed so events run smoothly and as seamlessly as possible. Angela Adamchak is my right hand person...she works in the NJTA o(cid:312)ce with me and supports every area of the association -- this in- volves processing memberships, event registrations, financial entries, prepping for events, and so much more. Angela has been working with me for fifteen years. She is smart, intuitive, friendly, hardworking, and keeps me on target. Left to Right: Angela Adamchak, Carol Carlucci, Anne Diglio, Marsha Benovengo. (Jennifer O’Keefe is not in this picture.) Marsha Benovengo and Carol Carlucci have been coming to NJTA events for ten years. Both took a class called (cid:858)Meet- ing and Event Planning and Design(cid:859) that (cid:47) designed and taught for many years at Brookdale Community College. At the completion of the class, students have the opportunity to attend and be part of and work at the NJTA events... both enthusiastically said yes and en(cid:361)oyed it so much they have returned year after year. Over the years there have been many other of class students who have helped at events, but Marsha and Carol consistently return and provide so much of the on site support at our events. Anne Diglio of Rutgers and Jennifer O(cid:859)(cid:60)eefe have (cid:361)oined us most recently and have become vital members of the team. A huge (cid:858)Thanks(cid:859) to each of them for their continued love and support -- NJTA(cid:859)s events are even better with their hard work and expertise(cid:842) 5 Clippings | Issue 2 • 2023 www.njturfgrass.org Exc it in New s f ro m Ru g ers Cen t er f o r Tu rf g rass Sc c e ien Dr. James Murphy Director, Rutgers CTS (cid:47) am happy to announce two milestones regarding faculty working in turfgrass science at Rutgers University, which occurred during April 2023. Please (cid:361)oin us in congratulating Dr. Ma(cid:425) Elmore (weed science) on his promotion to Associate Extension Specialist and granting of tenure and welcoming Dr. Ming-Yi Chou as the newest Assistant Extension Specialist, working in turfgrass pathology(cid:842) Both have appointments with the Department of Plant Biology and Center for Turfgrass Science at Rutgers. For the past several years, Dr. Elmore(cid:859)s program has focused on developing solutions for false-green kyllinga and goosegrass control. This includes identifying the most effective herbicides and programs for false-green kyllinga control and implicating goosegrass resistance to preemergence herbicides as a key reason goosegrass has become so problematic. Dr. Elmore(cid:859)s program continues research on false-green kyllinga to better understand how and why it establishes an infestation in turf and how it can be prevented. Similarly with goosegrass, his group is working to understand how turfgrass management practices in(cid:327)uence competitiveness of goosegrass in turf and to understand more about the biotypes found on golf courses and athletic fields in New Jersey. (cid:47)t seems new weed species continue to take up residence in New Jersey, so Dr. Elmore(cid:859) program is also working to develop optimal strategies for Japanese stiltgrass control. And for weeds such as annual bluegrass and crabgrass that have been problematic for as long as turfgrass has been grown in New Jersey, his program continues to work on more holistic strategies for control. Dr. Elmore(cid:859)s program is particularly focused on understanding how commonly employed turfgrass management practices can be best integrated with traditional herbicide programs to optimi(cid:460)e control and reduce reliance on herbicides to control these weeds in the long-term. Dr. Ming-(cid:122)i Chou is settling into his new position and developing his extension program that will focus on evaluating and developing e(cid:312)cient cool-season turfgrass disease management strategies. These strategies will include cultural practices, disease prediction models, synthetic fungicides, and biorational agents. His research will focus on plant-soil-microbe interactions in turfgrass, interactions and with an emphasis on how these coevolution collectively contribute to disease suppression. Dr. Ming-Yi Chou Dr. Matthew Elmore Dr. Chou earned his bachelor(cid:859)s degree in horticulture science from National Taiwan University, master(cid:859)s degree in wine business from (cid:30)cole Sup(cid:288)rieure de Commerce de Di(cid:361)on. He worked as a sommelier in L(cid:859)Atelier De Jo(cid:291)l Robuchon in Taipei before completing his Ph.D. in Horticultural Biology at Cornell University. He was the manager of vineyard technology in St. Supery vineyards and winery in Napa (cid:115)alley, CA before returning to academia in post-doctoral positions at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and Great Lakes Bioenergy Center in Michigan State University where he interaction studied plant-soil-microbiome with emphases on pathogen suppression microbes in turfgrass and beneficial microbes for bioenergy crops. the (cid:361)oining Rutgers, Dr. Chou was a Research Prior to Scientist turfgrass pathology program at in University of Wisconsin-Madison, examining dollar spot suppressive microbiome and building snow molds predictive models. He was also involved in the fungicide e(cid:312)cacy evaluation program for diseases important to upper Midwest such as dollar spot and snow molds. Aside from work, Dr. Chou practices meditation and plays badminton. He is new to golf but is eager to improve. We are thrilled to have the excellence that Drs. Elmore and Chou bring to the Rutgers turf program and look forward to the outstanding contributions they will make for the turfgrass industry of New Jersey and beyond. Please take the time to congratulate Matt and welcome Ming-(cid:122)i. look We the Rutgers Turfgrass Research Field Days on July 25 and 26, 2023(cid:842) to seeing you at forward www.njturfgrass.org Clippings | Issue 2 • 2023 6 g t The 2023 Rutgers Turfgrass Classic ( the Classic) was the 27th iteration of this world renowned fundraiser. There is no other one day turfgrass research fundraiser that has been as successful as this fundraiser. Nothing even comes close. This event is a New Jersey Turfgrass Foundation ( NJTF ) function. (cid:47)t is successful for many reasons. One of those reasons is that everyone on the tournament committee is a volunteer and they are not (cid:361)ust volunteers in name only. Another reason is that every dollar of the net profit goes into the NJTF and can only be used to support the needs of The Center For Turfgrass Research ( CTS ). There are no exceptions. This event is discussed throughout the year at each board meeting along with planning meetings several times a year. Even though this is not an event run by Rutgers or The CTS, every member of The Center actively supports The Classic. Dr. Jim Murphy, Dr. Stacy Bonos, Dr. Matt Elmore, Dr. Bruce Clarke and Dr. Bill Meyer understand the importance of this event to the CTS. They are responsible for the Premier, Eagle, Birdie and Par Sponsors that each year make the event successful. Dr. (cid:60)oppenhofer, Dr. Belanger and Dr. Clarke spend all day on a course greeting every player and in Bruce(cid:859)s case he attempts to help each team by hi(cid:427)ng a putt. Last year Bruce made a putt over 30 ft, and this year he made one over 40 ft. (cid:47)t seems that Bruce can do anything. Dr. (cid:60)aren Plumley, Rich Buckley and Sabrina Tirpak volunteer for registration and along with Steve Chirip and several students and staff members from the Turfgrass Program they never fail to quickly move everyone through registration. The NJTF(cid:859)s Classic Rutgers Turfgrass GOLF CLASSIC - a Worl(cid:282) Renowne(cid:282) Fun(cid:282)raiser Committee is comprised of leaders from every segment of the turfgrass industry and their efforts along with the CTS(cid:859)s support is a marriage made in turfgrass heaven. Cece Peabody is the Executive Director of the New Jersey Turfgrass Association (NJTA) and she and her staff are the key organi(cid:460)ers that prepare for the event. Their efforts allow the day to run smoothly. The staff at Fiddler(cid:859)s Elbow CC are excellent but the stars of the day are the courses. Matt Willigan, Steve Saxe (Meadow & River courses) , Dennis Shea (Forest Course) and (cid:60)yle Lenkey, Jacob Menton, Patrick Murray and Jay Lau are tasked with keeping each course in tournament condition every day. (cid:47)n spite of many days of heavy rain leading to the event the courses were in excellent condition. Another reason for the success of the event is the Grand Reception at the end of golf. This may even be the highlight of the day for many. We had 366 golfers and (cid:47) am sure half of them stayed long after golf to en(cid:361)oy the wonderful selection of food and beverages and the chance to spend quality time visiting with old and new friends. 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Please add that date to your schedule so you can support our industry. Premier S(cid:393)onsors: BASF, Burlingham Seed, Columbia River Seed, DLF, Envu , Grass Roots, Landmark Turf & Native Seed, Lebanon Turf, Mountain (cid:115)iew Seeds, PB(cid:47) Gordon Corp, ProSeeds Marketing/ Alliance Seeds, SiteOne Landscape Supply, Storr Tractor & Turf Equipment & Supply, and Syngenta Professional Products. Barenbrug USA, Brett (cid:122)oung Seeds, Double (cid:858)D(cid:859) Turf, FMC, Harrell(cid:859)s, Nufarm, Paige Electric, and Synatek. Eagle S(cid:393)onsors: Bir(cid:282)ie S(cid:393)onsors: Aquatrols, Finch Turf, GCSANJ/Foundation, Harrington Construction, NJTA/Foundation, Pennington Seed, Plant Food, and Rutgers Center For Turfgrass Science. R F GOLF CLASSIC WINNERS: (cid:100)(cid:349)(cid:286)(cid:400)(cid:3)a(cid:396)(cid:286)(cid:3)(cid:17)(cid:396)o(cid:364)(cid:286)n(cid:3)(cid:271)a(cid:400)(cid:286)(cid:282)(cid:3)on(cid:3)(cid:17)a(cid:272)(cid:364)(cid:3)(cid:1013)(cid:3)(cid:94)(cid:272)o(cid:396)(cid:286) Rutgers Cu(cid:393) - 1st Robert Arnts, Freddy Carmona, Rob Johnson, Lee (cid:60)o(cid:460)sey First Association Nick Niven, Jamison Carr, Benny Diet(cid:460), Scott Niven Last Association Ron Luepke, (cid:60)aren Plumley, Marney Stauffer 1st - Helena Nick Adams, Lou Bettencourt, Tim Ger(cid:460)abek, Bill Goodrich 2n(cid:282) - Plant Foo(cid:282) Greg Boring, Mike Jan(cid:460)er, Tom Weinert, John Phillips Forest Course Results Ri(cid:448)er Course Results 1st - Double (cid:858)D(cid:859) Turf Timothy Butram, Charles Clarke, Dennis DeSanctis Sr., 2nd - Site One Adam Abril, Eric Burnley, Steve Heller, Joe Maucieri James Swiatlowski 1st - Helena Jackson Clarke, (cid:127)ac Falone, Scott Love, Sean Summers 2n(cid:282) - Lan(cid:282)mark Brian G(cid:361)elsvik, (cid:115)ictor Frederico, Mike Linkewich, Pat Hickey Mea(cid:282)ow Course Results 70 61 ( 8 3 ( 56 59 57* 57 57 58 8 Clippings | Issue 2 • 2023 www.njturfgrass.org T r i S t a t e e s e a r c h d t n ) N J T A ) Longest Dri(cid:448)e Results Forest # 7 Nick Adams Forest # 14 River # 1 (Men) Benny Diet(cid:460) Andy Scott River # 1 (Women) Marney Stauffer Meadow # 7 (Women) Bingru Huang Meadow # 13 (Men) Rob Saunders Meadow # 13 (Women) Bingru Huang Closest to the Pin Results Forest # (cid:1012) Chris Boyle 3(cid:859)3” Forest # 17 River # (cid:1012) River # 17 Meadow # 9 Meadow # 17 Scott Niven Nat e Rogers Ronny Simpson Don (cid:60)obayashi Mike Molchan River # 4 (Women) Denise Smith HOLE (cid:47)N ONE(cid:842) (cid:1012)(cid:859)0” 9(cid:859)4” 5(cid:859)4” 5(cid:859)11” 24(cid:859)10” A GAME-CHANGING DMI THAT BRINGS TURF SAFETY INTO THE MODERN ERA Introducing Maxtima® fungicide, an advanced new turf-safe DMI that can be sprayed anywhere on your course for unrivaled broad- spectrum disease control. To learn more, visit betterturf.basf.com or contact Dave Schell at david.schell@basf.com, 410-800-8762, or Paul Ramina at paul.ramina@basf.com, 908-413-2944. Always read and follow label directions. May not be registered for sale or use in all states. Refer to label for registered uses. It is a violation to use product in a manner inconsistent with labeling. Maxtima is a registered trademark of BASF. ©2019 BASF Corporation. All rights reserved. www.njturfgrass.org Clippings | Issue 2 • 2023 9 G OL F C A SSI SN P SH OT S - A G RE D Pictures courtesy of Shaun Barry and Matt Sweatlock, NJTA Directors. SEED THE DIFFERENCE All turf seed is the same, right? Think again. When you buy a bag of LESCO® quality seed, you might not think of the decades of research that went into it, or the strict quality standards that make it so reliable. LESCO is hands-on at every stage of seed production — from lab-testing to planting, harvesting to cleaning, and bagging to distribution. Our grower partners choose to work with LESCO because they know we’re serious about seed. And if your goal is quality turf, you should be too. Learn about our quality seed story at SiteOne.com/Lesco DO MORE WITH www.njturfgrass.org Clippings | Issue 2 • 2023 10 L C A A T A Y Thanks to all our attendees and sponsors who make this event so successful each year! ESTABLISH STRONGER HEALTHIER TURF FASTER FASTER FASTER FASTER ® PennMulch Seed Accelerator PennMulch Seed Accelerator stores moisture that is critical to successful germination and establishment. Now with Hydrobond™ Tackifier, you can rest assured your seeds will stay where you plant them. PennMulch contains a full rate of starter fertilizer for turf that grows thicker, stronger and healthier....faster. Learn more at LebanonTurf.com or call 1-800-233-0628. 11 Clippings | Issue 2 • 2023 www.njturfgrass.org 2023 Rutgers Turfgrass Research FIELD DAYS Early Registration Form ONLY. Return by Friday, 7/7/23 or Register On-Site. Tuesday, July 25, 2023 GOLF & FINE TURF Day H ort F arm 2 R yders Lane, North Brunswick NJ 0 , 10 WHY YOU SHOULD ATTEND: • Meet the Rutgers Experts inlcuding New Pathologist Dr. Chou • Creeping Bentgrass, Pu(cid:427)ng Green and Fairway Trials • Advances in Turfgrass Stress Tolerance and Drone Use • New Strategies for (cid:60)yllinga and Goosegrass Management • Best Management Strategies for Control of Dollar Spot, and Other (cid:47)mportant Leaf and Root Diseases of Turf The Latest Technology in Measuring Surface Water Retention of Pu(cid:427)ng Greens as affected by Topdressing and Aeration FOLLOW US: (cid:923)NJTA_Turfgrass • #RUturfdays23 SCHEDULE OF THE DAY Wednesday, July 26, 2023 LAWN, LANDSCAPE & SPORTS FIELD Day Adelphia Farm, 594 Halls Mill Road, Freehold NJ 0772(cid:1012) TRADE SHOW & EQUIPMENT DEMOS Sponsored by SFMANJ (Sports Field Managers Assoc. of NJ) WHY YOU SHOULD ATTEND: • Meet the Rutgers Experts including New Pathologist Dr. Chou • Best Management Practices for Weed Control • See the Most Advanced Cultivars • Learn about disease control • Learn about Species and Cultivars Adapted for the Shade • The Latest Sports Field & Grounds Products Pesticide Credits & NJ ProFACT Awarded at end of Event Bring a Portable Chair for the Tours 7:30 8 :0 8 :0 AM AM 8 :30 – Registration O(cid:393)ens SILENT AUCTION O(cid:393)ens AM CORE SESSION ( OPTIONAL) 9 :0 1:0 1:0 2:0 P estic ide S f ety U p da te AM PM TOURS Begin TOURS En(cid:282) – 2:0 PM Lunch & SILENT AUCTION En(cid:282)s PM FIELD DAY En(cid:282)s (U nless stay ing Sign Credit Forms for b elow) GEIGER CLASSROOM - 1 Credit DIRECTIONS to Farms on website - njturfgrass.org SCHEDULE OF THE DAY Registration an(cid:282) TRADE SHOW O(cid:393)ens AM 7:30 SILENT AUCTION O(cid:393)ens 9 :0 1:0 1:0 2:0 AM PM – 2:0 PM TOURS & E(cid:89)UIPMENT DEMOS Begin TOURS & E(cid:89)UIPMENT DEMOS En(cid:282) PM Lunch & SILENT AUCTION En(cid:282)s FIELD DAY En(cid:282)s (U nless stay ing Sign Credit Forms for b elow) FINE TURF DAY PROFACT SCHEDULE ( OPTIONAL) GEIGER CLASSROOM 10:00 AM -12:00 PM: Basic Training for the Professional Fertili(cid:460)er Applicator Certification in SPANISH - 3 Credits 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM: Fertili(cid:460)er Exam in SPANISH ($9 0 ) (cid:87)(cid:396)(cid:286)(cid:882)(cid:90)(cid:286)(cid:336)(cid:349)(cid:400)(cid:410)(cid:396)ation(cid:3)(cid:90)(cid:286)(cid:395)(cid:437)(cid:349)(cid:396)(cid:286)(cid:282) 2:0 PM – 3:30 PM Basic Training for the Professional Fertili(cid:460)er Applicator Certification in ENGLISH - 3 Credits 3:30 PM– 5:0 PM Fertili(cid:460)er Exam in ENGLISH ($9 0 ) (cid:87)(cid:396)(cid:286)(cid:882)(cid:90)(cid:286)(cid:336)(cid:349)(cid:400)(cid:410)(cid:396)ation(cid:3)(cid:90)(cid:286)(cid:395)(cid:437)(cid:349)(cid:396)(cid:286)(cid:282) (Meet at HART PA(cid:115)ILION) CORE SESSION ( OPTIONAL) 2:0 – 3:30 PM CALIBRATION CORE SESSION 0 GRANULAR & LI(cid:89)UID CALIBRATION PRACTICAL HANDS-ON TRAINING Demonstrating proper techniques to improve results and reduce application variances to below 10(cid:1081). • Rotary Spreader Calibration • Back Pack Sprayer Calibration • Ride-On Spreader Sprayer Demonstration for Turf Member Rates Honored for Current Members of Assns Below: THANKS for being a 2022 FIELD DAYS SPONSOR Use Registration Form on other si(cid:282)e or Register Online at www.njturfgrass.org (cid:100)(cid:346)is(cid:3)(cid:28)(cid:448)e(cid:374)t(cid:3)is(cid:3)(cid:346)(cid:381)ste(cid:282)(cid:3)(cid:271)(cid:455)(cid:3)t(cid:346)e(cid:3)(cid:69)e(cid:449)(cid:3)(cid:58)erse(cid:455)(cid:3)(cid:100)(cid:437)r(cid:296)grass(cid:3)(cid:4)ss(cid:381)(cid:272)iati(cid:381)(cid:374)(cid:3)(cid:891)(cid:3)(cid:1006)(cid:1009)(cid:3)(cid:104)(cid:94)(cid:3)(cid:44)(cid:449)(cid:455)(cid:3)(cid:1008)(cid:1010)(cid:3)(cid:116)(cid:853)(cid:3)(cid:116)a(cid:455)(cid:374)e(cid:3)(cid:69)(cid:58)(cid:3)(cid:1004)(cid:1011)(cid:1008)(cid:1011)(cid:1004)(cid:3) • DIRECTIONS ON WEBSITE www.njturfgrass.org 5/22/23 Clippings | Issue 2 • 2023 12 VIC GERARD GOLF CARS E dis o n Fre e h old Water & Ice 2 8 9 0 2 • 0 a 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2023 EARLY REGISTRATION FORM FIELD DAYS Pesticide Credits Awarded at end of Event THIS FORM IS EARLY REGISTRATION ONLY • Register by FRIDAY 7/7/23, OR Register Onsite. • ** To qualify for the “MEMBER” rate, you must be a current member of at least one of the Association(s) listed below or Join the NJTA with this form: (1) New Jersey Turfgrass Assn (NJTA) (4) NJ Landscape Contractors Assn (NJLCA) (5) NJ Nursery & Landscape Assn (NJNLA) (6) Cultivated Sod Growers Assn of NJ (CSGANJ) Membership will be verified. Put Check by Association(s) you are MEMBER of: ____GCSANJ** ____NJLCA** ____NJNLA** ____CSGANJ** (2) Sports Field Mgrs Assn of NJ (SFMANJ) (3) Golf Course Superintendents Assn of NJ (GCSANJ) ____NJTA** ____SFMANJ** - Need Special Assistance? Let us know in advance. Name:_______________________________________ Bring a Portable Chair for the Tours EARLY REGISTRATION FEES ** MEMBERS: Early Registration (Before 7/7/23) - $70 [OnSite Pricing After 7/7/23 increases to $90] x $70 Each Day Check # attendees & fees NON-MEMBERS: Early Registration (Before 7/7/23) - $90 [OnSite Pricing After 7/7/23 increases to $110] x $90 Each Day Check # attendees & fees Students or Rutgers Master Gardeners: Send/Show ID x $35 Each Day 10% Discount for 10 or more attendees from same Company SELECT BOX FOR NUMBER ATTENDING EACH DAY TUES 7/25/23 WEDS 7/26/23 ❑ 2=$140 ❑ 1=$ 70 ❑ 3=$210 ❑ 4 =$280 ❑ 2=$180 ❑ 1=$90 ❑ 3=$270 ❑ 4=$360 ❑ 1=$ 35 ❑ 2=$70 ❑ 3=$105 ❑ 4=$140 ❑ 1= $ 70 ❑ 2 =$140 ❑ 3= $210 ❑ 4 =$280 ❑ 1= $ 90 ❑ 2=$180 ❑ 3= $270 ❑ 4=$360 ❑ 1=$ 35 ❑ 2=$70 ❑ 3=$105 ❑ 4=$140 TUESDAY - SPANISH & ENGLISH ProFACT TRAINING - No Charge • ProFACT EXAM $90 ____ x $90 Exam WEDNESDAY - CALIBRATION SESSION - Included in Registration 2:00 - 3:30 PM ATTENDEES INFORMATION • To Register Online: www.njturfgrass.org • Questions? CALL (973) 812-6467 Company: ____________________________________________________________________________________Today’s Date: ____________________________ Address: _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ City: _____________________________________________________________________________ State:________________ Zip __________________________ Phone: _______________________________________________ Fax:___________________________________________________ For EACH Attendee: Enter FIRST & LAST Name • Email • NJ Pesticide License • DOB (Date of Birth) • Circle Which Day/s Attending: 1 First_______________________________________ 2 First_______________________________________ 3 First_____________________________________ 4 First_______________________________________ 1 Last_______________________________________ 2 Last_______________________________________ 3 Last_______________________________________ 4 Last_______________________________________ Email_______________________________________ Email_______________________________________ Email_______________________________________ Email_______________________________________ NJ Pesticide License #__________________________ NJ Pesticide License #__________________________ NJ Pesticide License #__________________________ NJ Pesticide License #__________________________ Date of Birth (DOB)____________________________ Days Attending: TUES • WEDS • BOTH Date of Birth (DOB)____________________________ Days Attending: TUES • WEDS • BOTH Date of Birth (DOB)____________________________ Days Attending: TUES • WEDS • BOTH Date of Birth (DOB)____________________________ Days Attending: TUES • WEDS • BOTH NJTA MEMBERSHIP - Join NJTA Today and Pay Member Rate 2023 NJTA Membership: • (January 1 - December 31) One (1) Individual Member x $ 125 Each (Optional) $___________________ P rint nam e in b ox b elow. • Turfgrass Partner: Golf Courses, Lawn Care, Landscapers, more x $ 300 (1- 3 Names) $___________________ P rint nam es in b ox b elow. • Business Partner: Manufacturer, Suppliers or Sod Producers x $ 425 (1- 4 Names) $___________________ P rint nam es in b ox b elow. Print Member Names: TOTALS: Fees $_______________ • Membership $_____________ TOTAL DUE $____________________ MAIL CHECK (Payable to NJTA): 25 US Hwy 46 W, Wayne NJ 07470 • Fax Form w/ Credit Card or Purchase Order # to: (973) 812-6529 REGISTER & PAY ONLINE: www.njturfgrass.org • CALL if questions: (973) 812-6467 Payment: TOTAL Enclosed: $________________________________ *Registration f ees are non-ref undab le. Check # _____________ || Credit Card: ___ Visa ___ Mastercard ___ American Express || Purchase Order #___________________ Account Number: //____ ____ ____ ____ // ____ ____ ____ ____ // ____ ____ ____ ____ // ____ ____ ____ ____ // Exp. Date (MM/YY): //____ ____ // ____ ____// Security Code: //____ ____ ____ ____ // Name on Account: __________________________________________________________________________________________ Purchase Orders must be signed by NJTA. Send PO or Voucher with Registration Form. Signed POs mean you are responsible for payment. Billing Address (if different from above): ___________________________________________________________ Billing Zip Code: _________________________ Authorized Signature: ___________________________________________________________________________________ Date:_________________________ 5/13/23 13 Clippings | Issue 2 • 2023 Rutgers Research Farms (cid:894)l(cid:286)(cid:332)) Hort Farm (cid:47)(cid:47) N. Brunswick (cid:3)(cid:894)(cid:396)(cid:349)(cid:336)(cid:346)(cid:410)) Adelphia Farm Freehold GROWER Multiplication of breeder foundation and registered seed of multiple species is our focus. We strive to provide our industry integrity while providing the best mechanical and genetically pure seed available. PROCESSOR We offer custom blending and mixing in all cool season turf species. We process Kentucky bluegrass, perennial ryegrass, fine fescues, turf type tall fescues and cover crops. MARKETER We market our seeds domestically and worldwide in over 32 countries. We provide excellent service and timely shipping or orders. Locally Grown. Globally Sown. www.njturfgrass.org Clippings | Issue 2 • 2023 14 Supporting Rutgers turfgrass research SEEDS & SCIENCE BY DESIGN Building on what we have created over the last century, we look forward to what is ahead, and helping your business grow. You may notice a new look, and a shortened name. What you will soon see is that we are also designing a new way to work - unifying our brand as our North American companies come together as DLF - the global leader in forage and turf. DLFNA.COM www.njturfgrass.org Clippings | Issue 2 • 2023 15 Rutgers Turfgrass Fiel(cid:282) Days Plots are Rea(cid:282)y(cid:842) Summer is here and the plots are ready. (cid:47)t is time for Rutgers Turfgrass Research Field days. Mark your calen- dars and keep the days open(cid:842) This year Field Days will be held on July 25th and 26th. Golf and Fine Turf Day on July 25th will be held at Hort Farm 2 in New Brunswick and Lawn and Landscape Day on July 26th will be held at the Adelphia Research Farm in Freehold. Pre-Registration is open and sponsorship and silent auction forms are avail- able on the NJTA website. The Rutgers professors and turf specialists will be avail- able each day as part of the field tours. This year you will have the opportunity to meet the newest member of the Rutgers faculty and Center for Turfgrass Science, Dr. Ming- (cid:122)i Chou, the new turfgrass pathologist. This year we will be offering several optional sessions. On Fine Turf Day, a CORE session will be offered at (cid:1012) AM in the Geiger Center(cid:854) followed by Spanish ProFACT Basic Training at 10 AM (earn 3 credits) with exams offered at Noon. Pre-Registration and a $90 fee are required. Com- mencing at 2 PM, we are offering English ProFACT Basic Training (earn 3 credits) with exams offered at 3:30 PM. Pre-registration required and fee of $90. On Lawn and Landscape Day, another optional session is available for CORE at 2 PM. We will be offering an extended Calibra- tion Session on Granular and Liquid Calibration, a practi- cal hands-on approach to rotary, backpack, and ride-on spreader sprayers. The Tuesday field tours will include current updates on re- search evaluating the effects of topdressing products on pu(cid:427)ng greens, the use of remote sensing and A(cid:47) for preci- sion irrigation management, and the use of plant health products. Dr Elmore will be providing updates on multiple weed control studies. Dr (cid:60)oppenhofer will be providing updates on annual bluegrass weevil control. The Wednesday field tours will in- clude presentations on weed control, Brown Patch man- agement, and the use of remote sens- imagery. The ing Sport Field Managers Association of NJ will be hosting their annual morning trade show and equipment dem- onstrations integrated with the field tours. There will be a study looking at the establishment and use of warm season turf species in NJ as well. The Rutgers turfgrass breeding team will be providing updates on their research trials each day. Tuesday will include stops on 2020 NTEP Bentgrass trials (fairway and pu(cid:427)ng green) and the 201(cid:1012) NTEP Tall Fescue trials including the tra(cid:312)c evaluation. Wednesday will include visits to the 2022 NTEP (cid:60)entucky Bluegrass trial, 2020 NTEP Fine Fescue trial, and the 201(cid:1012) NTEP Tall fescue trial. The NJ Turfgrass Foundation will be holding a silent auc- tion each day as well. Be sure to stop by the auction for great opportunities. Pick up some needed chemicals, unique gifts, or a weekend getaway while supporting the New Jersey Turfgrass Foundation(cid:859)s mission of sup- porting turfgrass research and education. Be sure to register early and don(cid:859)t miss out on the pre- mier Turfgrass field day of the year. Pre-registration will be available until July 7th. After this date, you will need to register on site. (cid:271)(cid:455)(cid:3)(cid:18)(cid:396)a(cid:349)(cid:336)(cid:3)(cid:100)oll(cid:286)(cid:455)(cid:3)(cid:920)(cid:3)(cid:100)(cid:396)a(cid:272)(cid:455)(cid:3)(cid:116)a(cid:282)(cid:346)a(cid:373)(cid:400)(cid:853)(cid:3)(cid:38)(cid:349)(cid:286)l(cid:282)(cid:3)(cid:24)a(cid:455)(cid:400)(cid:3)(cid:18)(cid:346)a(cid:349)(cid:396) www.njturfgrass.org Clippings | Issue 2 • 2023 16 NOW HEAR THIS(cid:842) PROTECTING YOUR HEARING Donovan Maguigan, Clippings Editor Protecting the health and safety of your staff involves a num- ber of important steps and protocols such as standard train- ing practices, safety checks, and the proper use of personal protective equipment. The use of personal protective equip- ment, PPE, includes protection for hands, eyes, ears, lungs, and skin. Each PPE has a specific use while also having levels of protection depending on the anticipated exposure wheth- er it is to liquids, sounds, debris, or invisible risks like radia- tion. While each specific PPE is important and critical to staff protection, this article will focus on hearing protection, their types, and understanding what does not constitute hearing protection. As (cid:47) periodically state to my staff about wearing hearing protection, (cid:47) want to make sure that (cid:47) am protecting my hearing so that (cid:47) can listen to the music (cid:47) love, hear my friends, and en(cid:361)oy life without the loss of sound. Maintaining turfgrass requires that staff operate equipment daily that produce a high level of sound, and in most cases, continuously. The level of sound that is emitted is measured in decibels (dB) and as the number increases the potential for hearing damage also increases. Here are some examples of different decibel levels and sounds that are associated with those sound levels according to WebMD.com: 30 dB - Leaves rustling 60 dB - Normal conversation (cid:1012)0 dB - Heavy Tra(cid:312)c / Power Lawn Mower. 96-100 dB - Motorcycle / Loud Stereo 106-115 - Leaf Blower / Chainsaw 140 - Gun Shot OSHA defines that sounds that exceed (cid:1012)5 dB have the poten- tial to cause permanent hearing damage. Even at (cid:1012)0 dB of noise exposure, 25 out of 100 people will experience hearing loss over time. One step that can be taken to determine your noise exposure and the level of hearing protection that you need is to re- view the dB rating for equipment. Check product literature or read the operator manual for equipment in which most cases a decibel rating is provided. By understanding how loud the equipment is, you can properly determine the level of hear- ing protection that is required. As townships and districts implement the use of electric equipment instead of combustion engines, those pieces of equipment are slightly quieter, but continued exposure to the noises that are emitted from that equipment are still at a level to which hearing damage could occur. For example, a traditional backpack leaf blower is approximately (cid:1012)0-90 decibels, while an electric blower is still at 65-75 dB. When choosing a piece of hearing protection, review the “Noise Reduction Rating” which is included on the pack- aging for all hearing protection. This rating will give you a range or specific decibel rating that the product will reduce. From the examples of hearing protection above, foam ear plugs have a rating of 30 dB and over the ear muffs have a rating around 26 dB. (cid:47)n some cases, combining hearing pro- tection like wearing in-ear foam plugs and over the ear pro- tection will help for extremely loud equipment like chain- saws. Wearing improperly rated hearing protection or not wearing it properly will promote hearing loss. One example of improperly used hearing protection would be not fully in- serting foam ear plugs. Not wearing hearing protection while using loud equip- ment is a serious risk to hearing safety, but further hear- ing damage could happen with the use of “noise canceling” headphones to reduce noise. Bluetooth wireless earbuds and headphones are increasingly popular as they connect to our smartphone and can be used to verbally hail digital assistants, but unfortunately, using these devices as “hear- ing protection” can expedite the damage to your hearing. The technology, as defined by PC Maga(cid:460)ine is through, “a microphone in the headphones picks up external sound and creates an inverse signal to the speakers in order to can- cel it.” For example, if you are riding in a utility vehicle, the headphones will output a sound signal that will dampen the sound of the vehicle and allow you to hear your music or conversation more clearly. (cid:47)n regards to hearing protection, rather than mu(cid:331)e or limit the sound, your headphones are masking louder noises rather than providing protection. (cid:18)ontin(cid:437)(cid:286)(cid:282)(cid:3)on(cid:3)n(cid:286)(cid:454)(cid:410)(cid:3)pa(cid:336)(cid:286) www.njturfgrass.org Clippings | Issue 2 • 2023 17 NOISE LEVEL CH ART Hearing Protection with the ability to connect to smart(cid:393)hones (cid:448)ia bluetooth. Exam(cid:393)le of a Noise Re(cid:282)uction Rating for Hearing Protection NOW HEAR THIS(cid:842) (cid:47)f you permit your staff to listen to music or have connected devices while working, it is recommended that hearing pro- tection be purchased that provides hearing protection with the ability to connect to a sound playing device. An example of this would be the 3M WorkTunes, which provide a noise reduction rating of 24 dB and also provide the ability to con- nect via bluetooth to a device for music or phone calls. As technology continues to advance, more hearing protection with wireless connections continues to improve to as small as in-ear buds. For an old school option, some brands pro- vide an AM/FM radio option for hearing protection. Hearing protection should be second nature to you and your staff, but implementing some simple steps for helping your associates will go a long way to protect their hearing. When assigning tasks in the morning, make sure to remind associ- ates to wear hearing protection or include a note on your (cid:361)ob board for specific loud equipment. Always have plenty of spares and back-up hearing protection available to your staff. Foam in-ear hearing protection is inexpensive, so mul- tiple dispensers at your facility or in work vehicles will be visual reminders to use them. Check with your associates for their comfort and ask if they prefer over the ear pro- tection or foam in-ear protection. (cid:47)f you allow your associ- ates to listen to music or connect to their phones, require that they use connected hearing protection or provide it to them. Lastly, take the time to check that your associates are using hearing protection while working, whether it be on the course or out in the field. Sound is a critical sense to the human body and can have wide ranging impacts on your long term health and your en- (cid:361)oyment of life. With only a few simple changes, protecting your hearing is an easy repeatable habit that can provide long term benefits. www.njturfgrass.org Clippings | Issue 2 • 2023 18 GAIN A NEW PERSPECTIVE ON ANTHRACNOSE CONTROL AND MORE Can be applied with no PGR effects, phytotoxicity, thinning or unwanted regulation Excels at controlling foliar diseases including anthracnose, brown patch and dollar spot No heat restrictions Ascernity® fungicide combines an advanced SDHI and the proven cooling DMI to bring broad-spectrum disease control into focus. See more at GreenCastOnline.com/Ascernity or contact your local Syngenta territory manager. Chris Marra | christopher.marra@syngenta.com | 862-505-4319 @SyngentaTurf #Time4Ascernity All photos are either the property of Syngenta or are used with permission. © 2023 Syngenta. Important: Always read and follow label instructions. Some products may not be registered for sale or use in all states or counties and/or may have state-specific use requirements. Please check with your local extension service to ensure registration and proper use. Ascernity®, GreenCast®, the Alliance Frame, the Purpose Icon and the Syngenta logo are trademarks of a Syngenta Group Company. All other trademarks are the property of their respective third-party owners. syng_8942_1_6_Chris_Marra_Ascernity_Half_Page_Ad_final.indd 1 1/31/23 10:18 AM www.njturfgrass.org Clippings | Issue 2 • 2023 19 Legislati(cid:448)e Corner: Here(cid:859)s What has been Ha(cid:393)(cid:393)ening in New Jersey Marney Stauffer, President NJGIC NJGIC A(cid:282)(cid:448)ocacy in Action: Engaging Legislators on Green In(cid:282)ustry issues in Trenton New Jersey Green Industry Council Spends the Day in Tren- ton. On February 27, 2023, New Jersey Green (cid:47)ndustry Council hosted a meet and greet for its members and allied associa- tions at the New Jersey State House in Trenton, NJ. The goal was to create an engaging experience with legislative mem- bers and staff to share NJG(cid:47)Cs mission and focus on top leg- islative priorities for 2023. (cid:47)ssues involving the neonicotinoid ban, vegetation management, registration of professional landscaping businesses, blower ban pre-emption, endan- gered species, licensure, PFAS regulation and more were dis- cussed. (cid:47)n all over 20 legislators and staff visited during the meet and greet, including Assemblyman Roy Freiman, Chair of the Agriculture Committee, and Assemblyman James (cid:60)ennedy, Chair of the Environment Committee. The list of attendees in- cludes: Asm. Christian Barranco (R-26), Asm. Dan Benson (D- 14), Asm. Brian Bergan (R-25), Asm. Clinton Calabrese (D-36), Asm. Joe Danielson (D-17), Asm. Roy Freiman (D-16) (Chair of Agriculture Committee), Asm. Thomas Giblin (D-34), Asm. James (cid:60)ennedy (D-22) (Chair of Environment Committee), Asw. (cid:122)vonne Lope(cid:460) (D-19), Asw. (cid:115)erlina Reynolds-Jackson (D- 15), Asm. (cid:60)evin Rooney (R-40), Asm. Parker Space (R-24) and Sen. Jim Beach (D-6). NJG(cid:47)C is proud of our success in creating a proactive and en- gaging environment with key legislators at our state capitol. Our goal was to visit with and educate in(cid:327)uential members of the Senate and Assembly to inform them on issues that are important to us and to our allies. www.njturfgrass.org Clippings | Issue 2 • 2023 20 More Legislati(cid:448)e News.... Legislati(cid:448)e U(cid:393)(cid:282)ate: On May 1(cid:1012), 2023, the Assembly Agriculture & Food Secu- rity Committee met to take action on several important bills. The New Jersey Green (cid:47)ndustry Council attended the meeting and was able to provide support and clarification on bills that affect the green industry. Here is a summary of some of these bills: Pollinator-Frien(cid:282)ly Slate of Bills: These bills include legisla- tion to create a “pollinator pathway” designation for mu- nicipalities, direct DEP to establish a pollinator habitat pro- gram for closed landfills, establish a “pollinator friendly” label for plants, direct DEP to establish a leasing program for State-owned land to be used and managed as pollina- tor habitat, designate the Common Eastern Bumble Bee as the New Jersey State Native Pollinator, and establish a bee- friendly habitat pilot program in the Department of Agri- culture. These bills (A18 and A50 72) were all passed out of Committee. NJG(cid:47)C repre- sented its allied association members by showing support of these bills at the Committee hearing. , A19 15, A28 10 8 7, A18 , A29 Arbor Day Celebration an(cid:282) Tree Planting Gi(cid:448)e Back E(cid:448)ent 2023 The Green (cid:47)ndustry in New Jersey celebrated Arbor Day, April 2(cid:1012), 2023, a day to preserve and plant trees by collab- orating with the Mercer County Park Commission to plant 25 trees at John A. Roebling Park, Hamilton Township, NJ. This collaboration led by NJNLA, along with the NJ Chapter of (cid:47)SA, Richard A. McCoy Horticultural Services, NOFA-NJ, MCPC, NJG(cid:47)C and OEA brought out volunteers from each organi(cid:460)ation to lend a hand in planting trees, as a part of a beautification pro(cid:361)ect that will last for generations to come. Aaron T. Watson, Executive Director of the Mercer County Park Commission and Chief of Staff Sarah Seaboldt from Assemblyman Roy Freiman(cid:859)s o(cid:312)ce were there to par- ticipate and support the event. The event also included an educational session on how to properly transplant trees, provided by Richard McCoy. Better varieties Better varieties for all your for all your turf needs. turf needs. MOUNTAIN VIEW SEEDS IS PROUD TO SUPPORT THE NJTA AND RUTGERS www.njturfgrass.org Clippings | Issue 2 • 2023 21 www.mtviewseeds.com 503-588-7333 info@mtviewseeds.com www.mtviewseeds.com 503-588-7333 info@mtviewseeds.com 8 8 9 4 More Legislati(cid:448)e News.... In(cid:448)asi(cid:448)e S(cid:393)ecies Regulation/Council: NJG(cid:47)C worked with allied association member, NJNLA, who has been advocating for, and working to protect our industry(cid:859)s interests related to this bill. NJG(cid:47)C & NJNLA engaged members representing various segments of the industry to ensure that the nursery & landscape industry was considered in all recommendations included in the amend- ed bill. NJG(cid:47)C and NJNLA will continue to collaborate and effectively engage legislators and State department representatives to work on behalf of the nursery & landscape industry. S(cid:393)o(cid:425)e(cid:282) Lantern(cid:327)y Control Grant Program - This bill (A5162) was held for consideration pending further discussion with the bill sponsors. This discussion will focus on including additional support for additional invasive species concerns. More to come on this(cid:842) Leaf Blower Bans - New Jersey Green (cid:47)ndustry Council continues to advocate with legislators on behalf of the Green (cid:47)ndustry to develop an equitable and collaborative resolution for the bans on the use of gas-powered equipment. Much more to come on this(cid:842) Bill on em(cid:393)loyment (cid:393)rotections for certain ser(cid:448)ice em(cid:393)loyees (cid:282)uring changes of ownershi(cid:393) - this bill (A4 68 2) is being closely watched by the NJ Green (cid:47)ndustry Council, as it might have concerning implications for our members. We will be ready to act if necessary. There are over 100 bills that NJG(cid:47)C is tracking on your behalf. The New Jersey Green (cid:47)ndustry Council along with various industry allied associations including New Jersey Nursery & Landscape Association, New Jersey Landscape Contractors Association, New Jersey Forestry Association, New Jersey Arborists, Chapter (cid:47)SA, New Jersey Shade Tree Federation, Committee for the Advance- ment of Arboriculture and New Jersey Pest Management Association remain committed to engaging with legislators to discuss legislation and its effects on the green industry in New Jersey. About NJGIC: The New Jersey Green (cid:47)ndustry Council along with various industry allied asso- ciations including New Jersey Nursery & Landscape Association, New Jersey Landscape Contractors Association, New Jersey Forestry Association, Golf Course Superintendents Association of New Jer- sey, New Jersey Arborists- Chapter (cid:47)SA, New Jersey Shade Tree Federation, Com- mittee for the Advancement of Arbori- culture, New Jersey Pest Management Association, and others remain commit- ted to engaging with legislators to dis- cuss bills such as the neonicotinoid bill and its potential effects on the green industry in New Jersey. G ol f or L egisl ativ e A 2023 f Outing w areness Join Us on Tuesday, September 19, 2023 Forsgate Country Club To register for the NJGIC Golf Outing or to become a sponsor, visit https://njgic.org/golf-classic 22 Clippings | Issue 2 • 2023 www.njturfgrass.org N J G I C (cid:862)Pick Your Poison(cid:863) Webinar - SPANISH ONLY 7:0 Tues(cid:282)ay, July 20, 2023 PM - 8 :0 Pla(cid:414)orm: GoToTraining Instructor: Erika Cherry PM Pesticides and chronic disease are increasingly a concern of the community, regulators, and of pesticide applicators themselves. Whether you(cid:859)re responsible for managing ap- plication for residences, commercial properties, or athletic fields, this presentation should explain the importance of Toxicity of Pestici(cid:282)es Personal Protection Equi(cid:393)ment an(cid:282) Safety Routes of Entry • • • • Oral Dermal (cid:47)nhalation Ocular Acute vs Chronic • • • • • • Toxicity Measures LD 50 Toxicity Comparisons Toxicity Measures and Lethal Doses Oral Toxicity (cid:115)alues of Common Products Comparing Pesticide LD Factors Pesticide LD vs Common Household Products LD Risk Factors • • • Risk factors for applicator Risk factors for children Reducing Toxicity and Exposure Symptoms Carbamate Pesticides Chlorinated Hydrocarbon Pesticides Organophosphate Pesticides Pyrethroid Pesticides (cid:47)f Exposure Occurs, Administer First Aid Dilute the pesticide On skin: remove contaminated clothing, wash skin, Pestici(cid:282)e Poisoning an(cid:282) First Ai(cid:282) • • • • • • • • gently dry and loosely cover • • • Stated on MSDS (cid:47)n eyes: wash across eyes for 15 minutes (cid:47)f inhaled, get victim to fresh air and laid down (cid:47)f ingested, do not induce vomiting unless Required PPE is determined by: Toxicity Pesticide (cid:884) LD50 • Formulation • Activity Performing (cid:884) Mixing, loading, applying • Label Review • Prevents most chemicals from reaching skin P(cid:115)C Plastic (cid:884) Rubber (cid:884) Nitrile Signs of wear or degrading Coveralls - Chemical Resistant Suits -Chemical Chemical - Resistant Clothing: • • • • Resistant Aprons • • • • Proper Use of Glove Footwear Hat or Hoods Glasses (cid:884) Goggles (cid:884) Face Shields Respirators: • • • • • • National (cid:47)nstitute of Occupational Safety and Health Mechanical Filters (cid:884) Dust Mask Chemical Cartridge Respirators (cid:884) Full (cid:884) Half Masks Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus Care Fit Test (cid:884) Positive Pressure (cid:884) (cid:89)ualitative Clean Up: • • Wash Daily (cid:884) Equipment Laundering Pesticide Contaminated Clothing 23 Clippings | Issue 2 • 2023 www.njturfgrass.org Cre(cid:282)its Requeste(cid:282): 2 Core 0 0 (cid:862)Turf an(cid:282) Wee(cid:282) Control O(cid:393)tions(cid:863) Webinar - SPANISH ONLY 7:0 Tues(cid:282)ay, August 29, 2023 PM - 8 :0 Pla(cid:414)orm: GoToTraining Instructor: Erika Cherry PM Want to reduce the weed pressure in your lawn and landscaped beds(cid:845) This presentation will cover the best herbicide practices for both landscape beds and lawns to keep them weed free throughout the year. By pairing cultural practices with both Pre-Emergent Herbicides interchangeably, these areas will remain clean and weed free. Pre-emergent and Post-Emergent chemistries rarely fail. Application error, incorrect rates, its(cid:859)s not on the label, improper timing and the environment all play a key role in success. (cid:47)mproved weed control will cut down on call backs and save you money. • • • • • • • • Weed (cid:47)dentification Weed Life Cycles Weed Controls (cid:1085) Mode of Action Control Options Herbicide application best practices Rates & Timing the application with Pre-Emergent Herbicides Control single and split applications Rates & Timing Post Emergent Controls Cre(cid:282)its: 3B Turf - 02 • 3A Ornamental - 02 www.njturfgrass.org Clippings | Issue 2 • 2023 24 0 0 Two major pests. One complete solution. Set a new benchmark in white grub and ABW control. Experience the unrivaled insect control of Tetrino® insecticide, an insecticide solution that does the work of many by controlling not only white grubs and annual bluegrass weevils but also a wide range of other turf-damaging pests. With flexible application timing, it even allows you to take a preventive or early curative approach to your pest management. Up your game with the broad-spectrum control and fast-acting flexibility of Tetrino insecticide. Learn how Tetrino insecticide can up your game against white grub and ABW at us.envu.com/tetrino-golf ALWAYS READ AND FOLLOW PESTICIDE LABEL DIRECTIONS. Environmental Science U.S. LLC, 5000 CentreGreen Way, Suite 400, Cary, NC 27513. For additional product information, call toll-free 1-800-331-2867. www.envu.com. Not all products are registered in all states. Envu, the Envu logo and Tetrino are trademarks owned by Environmental Science U.S. LLC or one of its affiliates. ©2023 Environmental Science U.S. LLC. www.njturfgrass.org Clippings | Issue 2 • 2023 25 APPROVED Pesticide Recertification Credits 2023 Rutgers Turfgrass Research Field Days July 25 and July 26, 2023 AT END OF DAY: SIGN CREDIT FORMS FOR EACH STATE AND PICK UP CERTIFICATES Please have your PHOTO ID AND LICENSE ready to show UPDATED as of 6/14/23 TUESDAY • July 25, 2023 GOLF & FINE TURF -- DAY 1 WEDNESDAY • July 26, 2023 LAWN, LANDSCAPE, SPORTS FIELDS -- DAY 2 STATE CONN GCSAA 9AM – 1PM MD 9AM – 1PM CONNECTICUT Connecticut accepts New Jersey Approved Credits Sign Sheet & Pick Up Certificate DELAWARE DE 9AM – 1PM 03 - Ornamental and Turf GCSAA – DAY 1 All Tours OPTIONAL: AM Core MARYLAND 3B • 3C (Turf) • 6 (Right-of-Way) • 10 • CORE • PVT 08 NJ 3B (Turf) NEW JERSEY OPTIONAL CORE 8 AM (Basic Safety & Handling) 9AM – 1PM 9AM – 1PM 10 (Demonstration and Research) 9AM – 1PM PP2 (Private Applicator Category) 8C (Campground) 6B (Right-of-Way) ProFACT for all Tours 9AM – 1PM 9AM – 1PM 9AM – 1PM CONNECTICUT Connecticut accepts New Jersey Approved Credits Sign Sheet & Pick Up Certificate DELAWARE 3.0 0 03 – Ornamental and Turf Optional: CORE Calibration Session GCSAA – DAY 2 .40 .05 All Tours OPTIONAL: CORE Calibration Credits 3.00 1.00 .40 .15 MARYLAND 3A • 3C (Turf) • 6 (Right-of-Way) • 10 • PVT NEW JERSEY 3A (Ornamentals) 01 3B (Turf) 07 10 (Demonstration and Research) 07 07 PP2 (Private Applicator Category) 6B (Right-of-Way) 04 8C (Campground) 02 02 ProFACT for all Tours 08 01 07 07 07 02 07 03 03 OPTIONAL ProFACT Training: SPANISH or ENGLISH– N/C 03 OPTIONAL: CORE CALIBRATION Session OPTIONAL ProFACT EXAM: SPANISH or ENGLISH • $90 0 NY 9AM – 1PM PA 9AM – 1PM 9AM – 1PM 9AM – 1PM 9AM – 1PM 9AM – 1PM NEW YORK 3A & 3B All Tour Stops 1-12 Must attend all to earn credits NEW YORK 01 1.5 0 3A & 3B All Tour Stops 1-12 Must attend all to earn credits OPTIONAL: CORE CALIBRATION Session 2.00 2.00 PENNSYLVANIA PENNSYLVANIA 0.50 00 – CORE 07 – Lawn and Turf 18 – Demonstration and Research 23 – Park/School Pest Control PC – Private Category 1 8 8 8 8 07 – Lawn and Turf 18 – Demonstration and Research 23 – Park/School Pest Control PC - Private Category 00 –OPTIONAL CALIBRATION (2–3:30 PM) CORE 6 6 6 6 3 26 Clippings | Issue 2 • 2023 www.njturfgrass.org New Jersey Turfgrass Association • 25 US Highway 46 West, Wayne NJ 07470 • Ph: 973-812-6467 • www.njturfgrass.org • Updated June 14, 2023 Event Hosted by Experiencing Labor Shortages? 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JOIN ONLINE: www.njturfgrass.org - Click “Become a Member” BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP • • Savings on Green Expo & Field Days Registration fees • Opportunities to earn Pesticide Applicator License Credits • Clippings Magazine • Members Directory + Addendum • Outreach & Education impact in Trenton • Support of Rutgers University’s Turf Research and turf programs • Marketing opportunities in NJTA publications • Participation in events that raise scholarships for the NJ Turfgrass Foundation • Website: www.njturfgrass.org WOULD YOU LIKE TO RECEIVE CLIPPINGS MAGAZINE BY: PRINT ____ EMAIL____ BOTH ____ Membership Category Types (Annual Dues based on calendar year: January 1 – December 31) All members receive separate mailings of NJTA publications and meeting notices. qq BUSINESS PARTNER (Manufacturer/Supplier or Sod Producer) Includes ONE TO FOUR individuals from same company. qq ADDITIONAL BUSINESS PARTNER (5 or more) qq TURFGRASS PARTNER (Golf Course, Lawn Care, Landscaper) Includes ONE TO THREE individuals from same company. qq ADDITIONAL TURFGRASS PARTNER (4 or more) qq INDIVIDUAL MEMBER (Either ONE Business or ONE Turfgrass Partner) $ 425.00 $ 125.00 each $ $ $ 300.00 125.00 each 125.00 qq STUDENT MEMBER (Those enrolled in turf-related educational programs.) $ 25.00 Member Information Name # 1 ____________________________________________ Title ___________________________ Company or Individual ___________________________________________________________________ Address ______________________________________________________________________________ Is this Address? _____ Your Business ______ Your Home City ___________________________________________ State _________ Zip ___________________ Phone ______________________________________ Fax ______________________________________ Email _______________________________________Cell ______________________________________ If Applicable: NJ Pesticide License # _________________________________Date of Birth (DOB) _______________________________________ Name # 2 ____________________________________________ Title ___________________________ Company or Individual ___________________________________________________________________ Address ______________________________________________________________________________ Is this Address? _____ Your Business ______ Your Home City ___________________________________________ State _________ Zip ___________________ Phone ______________________________________ Fax ______________________________________ Email _______________________________________Cell ______________________________________ If Applicable: NJ Pesticide License # _________________________________Date of Birth (DOB) _______________________________________ Page 1 of 2 Phone: 973.812.6467 • Fax: 973.812.6529 • www.njturfgrass.org • execdirector@njturfgrass.org Updated 2/3/22 New Jersey Turfgrass Association • 25 US Highway 46 West • Wayne NJ 07470 www.njturfgrass.org Clippings | Issue 2 • 2023 28 njsae 25 US Highway 46 West • Wayne NJ 07470 Phone: 973.812.6467 •• Fax: 973.812.6529 New Jersey Turfgrass Association MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION Membership shall be open to all interested in the development and maintenance of turf. It shall represent all facets of the turf industry, including persons or organizations that grow or manage turf, or supply materials and services to the Green Industry. JOIN ONLINE: www.njturfgrass.org - Click “Become a Member” Name # 3 ____________________________________________ Title ___________________________ Company or Individual ___________________________________________________________________ Address ______________________________________________________________________________ Is this Address? _____ Your Business ______ Your Home City ___________________________________________ State _________ Zip ___________________ Phone ______________________________________ Fax ______________________________________ Email _______________________________________Cell ______________________________________ If Applicable: NJ Pesticide License # _________________________________Date of Birth (DOB) _______________________________________ Name # 4 ____________________________________________ Title ___________________________ Company or Individual ___________________________________________________________________ Address ______________________________________________________________________________ Is this Address? _____ Your Business ______ Your Home City ___________________________________________ State _________ Zip ___________________ Phone ______________________________________ Fax ______________________________________ Email _______________________________________Cell ______________________________________ If Applicable: NJ Pesticide License # _________________________________Date of Birth (DOB) _______________________________________ Select PARTNER Category that Best Describes Your Business or Profession qq BUSINESS: Manufacturer/Supplier qq BUSINESS: Sod Producer qq TURFGRASS: Golf Course qq TURFGRASS: Landscape/Lawn Maintenance qq TURFGRASS: Irrigation Installation qq TURFGRASS: Schools & Athletic Fields qq TURFGRASS: Cemetery qq TURFGRASS: Parks and Recreation qq TURFGRASS: Lawn Care Applicator qq TURFGRASS: Architect qq STUDENT: Enrolled in Turf Related Program qq HONORARY: Rutgers Professionals, Award Wnr Payment Information (Required) • MAIL OR FAX TO NJTA Office Type of Credit Card: Card Number: Expiration Date: (MM/YY) 3 Digit Security Code: SIGNATURE: Name on Card: Street Address: City/State/Zip: Check By Mail: (Payable to NJTA) PURCHASE ORDER #: TOTAL MEMBERSHIP AMOUNT: $ NJ TURFGRASS FOUNDATION CONTRIBUTION (Optional): $ 25.00 This portion is tax-deductible. Supports Turfgrass Research & Scholarships TOTAL AMOUNT DUE: $ Since 1970, New Jersey Turfgrass Association’s (NJTA) Mission is to promote the Turfgrass Industry and enhance the environment through education, professionalism, leadership, and our partnership with Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey. Page 2 of 2 Phone: 973.812.6467 • Fax: 973.812.6529 • www.njturfgrass.org • execdirector@njturfgrass.org Updated 12/28/21 New Jersey Turfgrass Association • 25 US Highway 46 West • Wayne NJ 07470 www.njturfgrass.org Clippings | Issue 2 • 2023 29 Meet the 2023 NJTA Board of Directors M att Lind ner President SavATree (Retired) d t Jas on Osterh ou Vice President Metuchen Golf & Country Club ic h ael Reed Secretary SynaTek Solutions w eatloc M att S Treasurer Cedar Park Cemetery Joh nson Rob NJTA Past President Fisher & Son h au n B arry Golf Classic Chair f er M arney S tau Director Corteva Agriscience Ryan P etitti Director Green Lawn Fertilizing T rac y W ad h ams Field Days Chair Traywood LLC ield stin S Director Down to Earth Landscaping C raig T olley Director County College of Morris Chris Carson Expo Chair S ervi ng on th e B oard irec tors of D of th e New Je rsey u rf grass A ssoc iation ing. is ve ry rew ard e w elc ome you to b ec ome more invol ve d b y j oining a c ommittee f or one of ou r eve nts - D ays, o. or G reen Ex , F ield lassic G olf C h ave interest f you u estions, r eac I or q any of ou r b oard or ou r Exe c exe c ou t to memb ers irec tor. u tive D irec tor@ nj tu rf grass.org igan D onov an M agu Director Spingdale Golf Club K op era Jos h Director Harrell’s u rd yla A aron K Director Garden State Landscapes h ank s! 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Jam es M Advisor Rutgers University www.njturfgrass.org Clippings | Issue 2 • 2023 30 k S f M J u h A T M P T W p h d T Rutgers Extension Offices & Numbers RCE of Atlantic County (609) 625-0056 RCE of Bergen County (201) 336-67(cid:1012)0 RCE of Burlington County (609) 265-5050 RCE of Camden County ((cid:1012)56) 216-7130 RCE of Cape May County (609) 465-5115 RCE of Cumberland County ((cid:1012)56) 451-2(cid:1012)00 RCE of Essex County (973) 22(cid:1012)-2210 RCE of Gloucester County ((cid:1012)56) 307-6450 RCE of Hudson County (201) 915-1399 RCE of Hunterdon County (90(cid:1012)) 7(cid:1012)(cid:1012)-1339 RCE of Mercer County (609) 9(cid:1012)9-6(cid:1012)30 RCE of Middlesex County (732) 39(cid:1012)-5260 RCE of Monmouth County (732) 431-7260 RCE of Morris County (973) 2(cid:1012)5-(cid:1012)300 RCE of Ocean County (732) 349-1246 RCE of Passaic County (973) 305-5740 RCE of Salem County ((cid:1012)4(cid:1012)) 932-3604 2023 EVENTS u esd ay & ly 2 5 & W ed nesd ay , 2 2 Rutgers Turfgrass Research Field Days Tues: Hort Farm II, N. Brunswick, NJ Weds: Adelphia Farm, Freehold, NJ u esd ay - T D ec emb er 5 - u rsd ay , 2 7 Green Expo Turf & Landscape Conference Borgata Hotel & Casino, Atlantic City, NJ 2024 EVENTS RCE of Somerset County (90(cid:1012)) 526-6293 d ay Mo g ers Tu rf 6 , 2 02 , May g rass Researc h Ru GOLF CLASSIC Fiddler’s Elbow Country Club Bedminster, NJ RCE of Sussex County (973) 94(cid:1012)-3040 RCE of Union County (90(cid:1012)) 654-9(cid:1012)54 RCE of Warren County (90(cid:1012)) 475-6505 Please notify the NJTA office if any of the above numbers have changed. Thank you. 973-812-6467 • execdirector@njturfgrass.org www.njturfgrass.org Clippings | Issue 2 • 2023 31 T J u 6 0 2 3 T h 0 2 3 n 4 t 3 N B oard of D irec tors Jason Osterhoudt, Vice President • Matt Lindner, President • • Michael Reed, Secretary • Matt Sweatlock, Treasurer • Cece Peabody, MAT, CMP, Executive Director • Shaun Barry, Golf Classic Chairman • Chris Carson, Green Expo Chairman Josh Kopera, Director • • Aaron Kurdyla, Director • Donovan Maguigan, Director • Ryan Petitti, Director • Justin Shield, Director • Marney Stauffer, Director • Craig Tolley, Director • Tracy Wadhams, Director • Dr. Jim Murphy, Rutgers Advisor New Jersey Turfgrass Association 25 US Highway 46 W • Wayne, NJ 07470-6(cid:1012)01 Phone (973) (cid:1012)12-6467 • Fax (973) (cid:1012)12-6529 execdirector(cid:923)n(cid:361)turfgrass.org • www.n(cid:361)turfgrass.org 2 0 2 J T A