Issue 4: 2012 -Winter | VOL 85 2012 GREEN EXPO survived Sandy and Succeeded! 2012 Patron Directory BASF BASF MOUNTAIN VIEW SEEDS David Schell Ted Kuenzi 1717 Pleasantville Road 8955 Sunnyview Road NE Forest Hill, MD 21050 Salem OR 97305 Ph: (410) 420-0568 Fx: (410) 420-0247 David.Schell@basf.com PLANT FOOD COMPANY Ted Platz BAYER 38 Hightstown-Cranbury Station Road Jeffrey Weld Cranbury NJ 08512 91 Schofield Road Ph: (800) 562-1291 West Milford, NJ 07480 tplatz@plantfoodco.com Ph: (914) 419-9384 Fx: (877) 492-1897 jeff.weld@bayer.com PROSEEDS MARKETING, INC/ ALLIANCE SEED CLEARY CHEMICAL JP Olsen, Henry Lesinski Brian Bolehala 13965 Westside Ln S 178 Ridge Road Jefferson OR 97013 Dayton NJ Ph: (541) 928-9999 Ph: (201) 874-8060 bryan.bolehala@clearychemical.net STORR TRACTOR COMPANY Mary Lou DesChamps DUPONT PROFESSIONAL PRODUCTS 3191 Highway 22 East Mike McDermott Branchburg NJ 08876 Laurel Run 705, 1N11 Ph: (908) 722-9830 Wilmington DE 19880 storrtractor.com GRASS ROOTS INC. SYNGENTA Ken and Keith Kubik Dennis E. DeSanctis Jr. PO Box 36 Lee Kozsey Mt. Freedom, NJ 07970 Plant Protectants Ph: (973) 252-6634 Fx: (973) 252-6630 PO Box 7182 keith.kubik@grassrootsturfonline.com Monroe Township, NJ 08831 ken.kubik@grassrootsturfonline.com Ph: (732) 580-5514 Fx:(609) 918-1696 Dennis.DeSanctis@syngenta.com JOHN DEERE GOLF Tom Hannigan THE SCOTTS COMPANY 6 Berkshire Road John Sass Westampton NJ 08060 14111 Scottslawn Road Ph: (609) 265-1524 Marysville OH 43041 hanniganthomasj@johndeere.com Ph: (937) 644-7260 LEBANON TURF TURF TRADE John Hunt Alan Phillips, Steve Segui, Mike Nicotra 1600 East Cumberland Street Fertilizer, Seed, Plant Protectant Supplies Lebanon PA 17042 517 Franklinville Road Ph: (315) 263-1974 Mullica Hill, NJ 08062 Ph: (856) 478-6704 Fx: (856) 478-0842 aphillips@theturftrade.com ssegui@theturftrade.com mnicotra@theturftrade.com 2 Clippings | Winter 2012 www.njturfgrass.org President’s Message Table of Contents by Matt Sweatlock, NJTA President Clippings 2012 was a rough year for New Jersey. 2012 NJTA Patron Directory 2 There are still many residents suffering President’s Message 3 from Hurricane Sandy, one of the most in- tense and devastating storms to hit New Jer- From the Executive Director 4 sey. Keep them in your thoughts and prayers. GREEN EXPO Continues to Grow! 5 This year’s Rutgers Turfgrass Symposium was a tribute to GREEN WORLD: Fungicide Management in Dr. C. Reed Funk, his life, and his accomplishments. The Ornamental Crops 6 day was filled with testimonies from his peers and former students. Presenters from Pennsylvania, Maryland, North 2012 Hall of Fame Winner: Dave Oatis 7 Carolina, Utah, Arizona, and Oregon joined the Rutgers 2012 Environmental Steward Award: scientists in honoring Dr. Funk. It was like an anthology. Rutgers Gardens 9 I considered it an honor to attend the tribute. 2012 Member of the Year: Paul Dotti 9 Remembering Dr. C. Reed Funk 10 The NJTA hosted another successful GREEN EXPO in December with our partners, the GCSANJ and Rutgers. Green Expo Photos Recap 11 - 15 The educational sessions were informative and the trade show maintained a buzz that lasted post-convention. I 2012 Recognition Award: Rich Buckley and Bill Dickson 18 thank Chris, Keith, and their committee for their dedica- tion in making GREEN EXPO the “must attend” turf con- Meet NJTA Board Member: Matt Paulina 19 ference. Clippings Advertising Form 21 In previous issues, I wrote of the importance of member- Member Directory Advertising Form 22 ship and the diversity within the membership of the NJTA. Member involvement is crucial to the success of any as- Rutgers County Extension Contacts 23 sociation and because of member involvement, we con- Calendar of Events 23 tinue to sponsor successful events. The balance between board members and members on our committees contrib- NJTA Board of Directors 24 utes to the NJTA’s ability to offer a continuing value to its membership. This balance helps the association grow by bringing new ideas for our events, new topics for our Please keep us informed of any changes education programs, new direction for our committees and to your member profile new members to our board. Last year’s membership grew (Company/Address/Email) to 776, up from 575 in 2008. As membership grows so Call Us • Email Us • Mail Us does our ability to recruit new talent, adding to the energy of the NJTA. NJTA 25 US Highway 46 West I thank you for your support and welcome your involve- Wayne NJ 07470-6801 ment. A list of the standing committees is printed on the (973) 812-6467 membership page of our web site (http://www.njturfgrass. execdirector@njturfgrass.org org/membership). If you wish to join a committee please contact Cece at execdirector@njturfgrass.org. 25 US Highway 46 West Wayne, NJ 07470-6801 Faithfully submitted, Phone: (973) 812-6467 Fax: (973) 812-6529 Matthew M Sweatlock www.njturfgrass.org President, NJTA www.njturfgrass.org Clippings | Winter 2012 3 Has Much Changed Since 1955? by Cece Peabody, MAT, CMP, NJTA Executive Director We’re all glad that 2012 is over...there were so many unexpected happenings to many in our state and around the country - from Hurricane Sandy to school shoot- ings and more -- it is difficult to try to stay positive when all the news around you is negative, or maddening, or sad. We are bombarded daily with everyone’s opinions on both radio and TV news shows on what we should do, what we should spend, how things should get done, and who should pay. You are prob- ably tired of all the rhetoric surrounding us...and the know- it-alls who seem to come from a self-serving place. Has it always been like this? I would like to think the answer is no, but then I was sent an email called “The Year Was 1955”. Sometimes I quick- ly scan these group emails or I delete them. I happened to read this one and thought....hmmm..have things really changed? Monday, May 6, 2013 Here are some statements and comments from this email Fiddler’s Elbow about life in 1955: • The post office planned to raise the cost of a Country Club stamp from 3 cents to 7 cents -- just to mail a letter! • When they wanted to raise the minimum wage to $1.00, businesses thought they wouldn’t be able to hire outside help. • Gas was 20 cents a gallon (actually it was 5 cents, but the state got 5 cents, the govt got 1 cent, the city got 1 cent, the railroad got 2.75 cents, the gas agent got 1.25 cents, and the gas station owner got 4 cents). When it was raised to 25 cents a gallon, folks thought they’d be better off staying home. • A few married women had to go to work to make ends meet. • A Volkswagen car on the market would open the door to a whole lot of foreign business. • Thank goodness we won’t live to see the day when the govt takes half our income in taxes. We wonder some- times if we are electing the right people to government. • The fast food restaurant is convenient for a quick meal, but we doubt it will ever catch on. • No one can afford to be sick anymore. At $15.00 a day in the hospital, it’s too rich. So here we are in a brand new year - 2013 - and the world didn’t come to an end. Things change and things stay the same...it’s all relative - or is it? Cece Peabody Executive Director 4 Clippings | Winter 2012 www.njturfgrass.org GREEN EXPO Continues to Grow! by Chris Carson, Expo Chairman Green Expo 2012 was another big success, with an Other partners took advantage of our conference as excellent education program, continued vendor sup- well. The NJ Green Industry Council set a record with port in the trade show, and outstanding general atten- their silent auction that supports their cause (complete dance. with Santa and Reindeer), and the Golf Course Super- intendents Association of NJ added a new and popular Filled with nationally known and respected speakers, social activity on Wednesday night at the neighboring this year’s show – as always- offered a wide variety Revel Hotel. The Trade Show was filled with support- of topics and perspectives that helped professionals in ing vendors and packed with attendees who took full all of the various turfgrass disciplines learn not only advantage of the expansive food and drink available the basics but also cutting-edge techniques. A wealth to all. In fact, the show committee was forced to shoo of continuing education credits away folks at the end of the show on Tuesday night, a sure came along with the excellent education opportunities; credits 2012 GREEN EXPO sign of a hit! that helped participants maintain their pesticide applicator license. succeeded on many levels... Many sponsors stepped up once again to help us provide our at- New this year was an end-of- thanks to the tendees with exceptional value. Our deep thanks to BASF, Bay- show Fertilization Certification Training seminar run by Dr. Jim excellent education and er, Dow AgroSciences, Grass Roots, Lebanon Turf, Storr Murphy from Rutgers. He re- viewed new regulations that are great partners Tractor, and Syngenta for pro- viding important support and in place for fertilizing in New Jersey, discussed the certification and great sponsors! sponsorship. Without them, our show wouldn’t be as attractive process, and then administered and our support for the Rutgers a pen-and-paper version of the Turf Center would not be as effective. state test. Almost 100 attendees took advantage of this opportunity to learn from the person who wrote On the social front, hospitality offerings from Seeton the test, and to also complete their certification re- Turf Warehouse, Fisher & Son, and Grass Roots quirements in a (for some) more comfortable setting made for plenty of opportunities for folks to come to- than on a computer. gether, share some knowledge and camaraderie, and meet new friends and greet old ones. NJTA thanks Also new was a seminar presented the NJ Landscape these companies for hosting these events, and being a Contractor’s Association. Focusing on business as- big part of our show. pects of the landscaping world, the 5-hour seminar was presented by NJLCA’s executive Expo 2012 was filled with top flight education, a director Jody Shilan, and was very lively trade show, a wealth of well received by his audience. This social opportunities, and many seminar represents the beginning of chances to receive the credits an important partnership for Expo, needed to maintain applicator as NJLCA has come on board as a certification. It was a success new partner in our annual confer- on many levels, and we thank ence. We expect that this relation- all who attended and supported our show. The Expo Commit- ship will provide our attendees with tee is already hard at work pre- an even broader set of choices for paring for next year, with our education in the years to come, and usual goal in mind: to make it we look forward to working with better than ever! them as an important partner in our growth and success. www.njturfgrass.org Clippings | Winter 2012 5 FUNGICIDE RESISTANCE MANAGEMENT IN ORNAMENTAL CROPS by A B Gould Specialist in Ornamental Plant Pathology Applied Turfgrass Research from Rutgers, the State University, and the New Jersey Turfgrass Association Infectious fungi sometimes develop resistance to par- develop, even when good management practices are employed, but the chances of this happening are gen- ticular fungicides, especially when a product is used erally greatly reduced. The risk of fungicide resistance repeatedly without alternating with chemically unre- for many compounds labeled for turf and ornamental lated fungicides. Fungicide resistance becomes evi- diseases is found in Table 1. dent when fungicides don’t work as well, or at all, on populations of fungi that have become less sensitive Note for combination products: to them. When this occurs, there is no value in in- creasing rates, shortening intervals between sprays, or Some combination products contain one or more mate- using other fungicides with similar modes of action. rials that, if applied on their own, would be at high risk for fungicide resistance. In addition, one material in Development of resistance is tied to the fungicide a combination product may control a given pathogen mode of action depending on whether the fungicide more effectively than the other. Resistance manage- acts on a single site or at multiple sites within the fun- ment, therefore, depends not only on the individual re- gus. In general, fungi are less prone to develop resis- sistance risk of each material but also on the pathogen tance to contact fungicides, which inhibit several vital for which control is desired. If a pathogen controlled functions in the fungal cell, than to many penetrant by one high-risk material in the combination product fungicides, which may inhibit only one vital function is not controlled by the other material, then the prod- in the fungal cell. A single fungus needs to mutate uct essentially acts as a “single mode of action” com- only once to overcome the action of a single-site fun- pound and the risk of fungicide resistance is high. If a gicide but must mutate more often to overcome the pathogen is controlled equally well by both materials action of a multi-site fungicide, and the likelihood of then the risk of resistance is lower. For combination this is rare. products, therefore, it is best to use them with a sound resistance management strategy in mind. In general, several strategies are recommended to minimize the risk of fungicide resistance. First, don’t *FRAC stands for Fungicide Resistance Action Com- rely on fungicides alone for disease control. Follow mittee (FRAC). The purpose of this group is to “pro- good management practices and use resistant host vide fungicide resistance management guidelines to plant material as it becomes available. Second, avoid prolong the effectiveness of these “at risk” fungicides repeated use of the same fungicide or materials with and to limit crop losses should resistance occur.” closely related modes of action. Third, alternate or Chemistries with different modes of action have dif- tank mix fungicides with different modes of action (see ferent FRAC coding. Do not tank mix or alternate FRAC coding*). Refer to product labels before tank- fungicides with the same FRAC number in a pesticide mixing products to ensure compatibility and to avoid application program. Compounds labeled “M” act phytotoxicity. In some cases, several premix fungi- upon multiple sites and resistance risk is low. cides that contain products with differing modes of action are available. Finally, use recommended rates For more information on FRAC, visit the following and proper management techniques. Although these web site: http://www.frac.info/frac/index.htm. general principles can help to reduce risk of fungicide resistance, they do not eliminate it. Pathogen popula- tions resistant to a particular fungicide can still See table on page 16. 6 Clippings | Winter 2012 www.njturfgrass.org Dave Oatis Enters NJTA Hall of Fame Dave Oatis, the Director of the USGA Green Section’s Northeast Region, was presented the Hall of Fame Award at this year’s Green Expo in Atlantic City. An agronomist who has made close to 4,000 golf course visits and worked 12 USGA national championships, Dave has also been an integral part of the Expo planning committee for over 20 years. NJTA Past President Chris Carson made the presentation before an appreciative audience of golf course superintendents and as- sistants, and mentioned Dave’s long standing commitment to help make the job of turf manager on New Jersey golf courses easier and better. Carson, the superintendent at Echo Lake Country Club in Westfield NJ, detailed a few personal instances where Oa- tis had helped on his golf course, including one occasion where Oatis’s innovative thinking helped overcome a very difficult problem on one of his greens. “Dave is a friend of the turfgrass professional in our state, golf course superintendents in New Jersey and elsewhere,” Carson stated, “and has had a long-time commitment to help develop the education program at Expo. He is a most worthy addition to the NJTA Hall of Fame.” Oatis received the honor with typical humility, giv- ing credit to his mentors and colleagues and those who assisted him in his 25 years of work with the USGA. He paid tribute to the 34 turfgrass profes- sionals whom he will join in the Hall, and also made a heartfelt thank you to the late Stan Zontek, who mentored him, and to his long-time admin- istrative assistant Diane O’Rourke who has ably backed him up over the years. Dave’s remarks were met with loud applause and a standing ovation from the audience, affirmation that his selection as this year’s Hall of Fame win- ner was a popular one. www.njturfgrass.org Clippings | Winter 2012 7 8 Clippings | Winter 2012 www.njturfgrass.org 2012 Environmental 2012 Member of the Year Steward Award Award Rutgers Gardens dates back to 1927. The This year’s award was given to Paul Dotti, first separate display gardens were completed in 1929. Superintendent of Arcola Country Club in Paramus, Currently, There are over eleven individual gardens or collections at the facility including an American and Past President of the Golf Course Superinten- holly collection, a shrub collection, and a shade col- dents Association of New Jersey. lection. Recently, a Rain Garden was added, demon- strating the use of water retention basins in a garden Paul has been a member of the GREEN EXPO Edu- setting. cation Committee for two years. In 1990 the gardens changed direction focusing on education. Gardening classes, children programs, Paul’s dedication to the success of the golf sessions Credits in Public Garden Management, and intern- program proved to be a tremendous asset to the NJTA, ships are now offered at the Gardens. helping to shape the conference. His experiences The Educational Programs at Rutgers Gardens all proved valuable in shaping the order and topics pre- have a common focus -- Ecoliteracy -- Educating the sented in the educational portion of this conference. next generation to be environmental stewards. Congratulations! Bruce Crawford, the director of Rutgers Garden, ac- cepted the award for the Gardens at the 2012 Green Expo. You can follow Rutgers Gardens at http://rut- gersgardens.rutgers.edu/. Paul Dotti, left accepting the 2012 Member of the Year Award Bruce Crawford, center, accepting the 2012 Environmental from NJTA President, Matt Sweatlock. Steward Award from NJTA President, Matt Sweatlock, left, and NJTA Past President, Keith Kubik, right. www.njturfgrass.org Clippings | Winter 2012 9 Dr. C. Reed Funk September 20, 1928 - October 4, 2012 by Chris Carson The turfgrass world lost a legend with the passing For example, it is clear that the success of the Rutgers of Dr. Reed Funk on October 4, 2012. In many Turfgrass Center began with Funk’s breeding and the ways he was the patriarch of turfgrass breeding, and ensuing royalties that have made the Center essen- certainly the finest such breeder in the world. But he tially self-funding. Toward the end of his career, Funk was much more than that, and on January 11, 2013, a courted Dr. Bill Meyer for five years to become his large group of friends and family gathered at the 22nd successor at Rutgers, ultimately prevailing in this pur- Annual Rutgers Turfgrass Symposium to celebrate his suit which ensured the continued success and growth life, talk about his legacy, and remember a friend and of the breeding program. mentor. Meyer related an anecdote that en- The day was filled with presenta- capsulated the spirit of his mentor: tions that illustrated his brilliant The two of them were reviewing an mind and sharp wit, and included NTEP report that showed that the top family, colleagues from Rutgers ten performers nationwide in ryegrass and from many other universities, and bluegrass were Rutgers varieties, and the seed industry. There were and 9 of the top 10 tall fescue varieties some common themes brought out were Rutgers releases as well. With throughout the day, including Dr. his typical dry wit, Funk took off his Funk’s generosity. He gave more glasses, looked at Meyer, and quietly than just money to many institu- said “Now Bill, how do you suppose tions and individuals; treasured this other variety slipped in?” memories of his readiness to share his insight and brilliance were Once Meyer was in place and thriv- shared throughout the day as well. ing, Dr. Funk “retired”, spending the last 15 years of his life improving a Many of the presenters mentioned Photo Courtesy of Paula Quintin variety of nut trees with the idea of that Funk made whomever he was meeting improving their yield. He felt that by doing so, feel like he was the most important person on earth, people throughout the planet can plant a useful crop that Funk’s warmth and humility were renowned, and on marginal land, providing an important food source that it was important to pay attention to this quiet man for the world’s people. This effort is a perfect illustra- at all times because frequently “eureka” thoughts tion of the man’s vision: despite his advancing age spilled from his brain at the most unexpected mo- and the length of time that will be needed to fulfill ments. this dream, he wasn’t afraid to start the work, which continues productively in several parts of the country Numerous stories and remembrances were told that thanks to the establishment of a non-profit organiza- illustrated his greatness as a Scientist, Teacher, Hu- tion, “Improving Perennial Plants for Food and Bio- manitarian, Friend, Husband and Father, and it would energy, Inc.” take far too long to count all of the ways this kind and generous man influenced so many. The event certain- There is a Greek Proverb that in many ways serves as ly provided some closure to his many friends, most a perfect metaphor for Funk’s life and career: “A soci- of whom were unable to attend his funeral service in ety grows great when old men plant trees under whose Utah, but closure really is not an accurate term to de- shade they will never sit.” This requires the ability to scribe his far reaching influence. If anything, the day dream. Dr. C. Reed Funk was a brilliant dreamer, and served to illustrate the man’s immeasurable legacy, a great man. through which he will live on. www.njturfgrass.org GREEN EXPO 2012.. Photos Courtesy of: Matt Sweatlock. Thanks! www.njturfgrass.org Clippings | Winter 2012 11 Superb Speakers • Excellent Education • Tremendous Trade Show Many thanks to Matt Sweatlock for taking the pictures. 12 Clippings | Winter 2012 www.njturfgrass. Traffic in the Trade Show and for the Silent Auction...Priceless www.njturfgrass.org Clippings | Winter 2012 13 We thank our Vendors and Sponsors for the Investment Made in Expo! 14 Clippings | Winter 2012 www.njturfgrass.org Thanks for attending - Save these 2013 Dates - December 10-12, 2013 www.njturfgrass.org Clippings | Winter 2012 15 Applied Turfgrass Research from Rutgers, the State University, and the New Jersey Turfgrass Association CONTINUED FROM PAGE 6 Table 1. Resistance risk for many compounds labeled for diseases of ornamentals. Risk of Role in fungicide Chemical class Motility protection Mode of action Activity FRAC resistance AH-fungicides (aromatic contact preventive interferes with multi-site 14 low to hydrocarbons) (dicloran, lipids and moderate1 PCNB), heteroaromatics membrane (etridiazole) synthesis Amines, piperidines contact eradicant inhibits sterol single 5 low to (piperalin) (SBI Class II) biosynthesis in moderate1, 2, 4 membranes benzamides, acropetal preventive/ interferes with single 43 resistance not pyridinylmethyl- penetrant curative mitosis and cell known2 benzamides (fluopicolide) division CAA-fungicides localized preventive inhibition of multi-site 40 low to (carboxylic acid amides), penetrant, phospholipid moderate1, 2, 4 cinnamic acid amides trans biosynthesis and (dimethomorph), mandelic laminar cell wall (cellulose) acid amides synthesis (mandipropamid) carbamates contact preventive inhibits enzyme multi-site 28 low to (propamocarb-HCl) activity, membrane moderate2 function, or fatty acid metabolism chloronitriles contact preventive stops energy multi-site M5 low3 (phthalonitriles) production in (chlorothalonil) fungus and is toxic to cell membranes DMI fungicides acropetal preventive/ interferes with cell single 3 moderate1, 2, 4, 5 (demethylation penetrant curative membrane by inhibitors), imidazoles inhibiting (imazalil, triflumizole), ergosterol piperazines (triforine), pyrimidines (fenarimol), triazoles (myclobutanil, propiconazole, tebuconazole, triadimefon) SBI Class I dicarboximides localized preventive interferes with multi-site 2 moderate to (iprodione) penetrant lipids and high1,2,4 membrane synthesis 16 Clippings | Winter 2012 www.njturfgrass.org Focused on Service, Technical Support and Quality Products Since 1978 Golf Division: 973-252-6634 Lawn & Sports Turf: 973-252-5455 Thank You for your continued support of CLIPPINGS! We truly appreciate you! Bryan Bolehala Technical Sales Representative 201-874-8060 Bryan.Bolehala@clearychemical.net www.clearychemical.com TURF & ORNAMENTAL PRODUCTS www.njturfgrass.org Clippings | Winter 2012 17 2012 Recognition Award This year’s award was presented to two individuals: Richard Buckley and William Dickson Rich Buckley was hired by Rutgers University in 1991 and assumed the roll of Director of the “Plant Diagnos- tic Laboratory” in 1994. [The laboratory examines over 2,300 samples a year, 96% related to the turf & ornamen- tal industry. 90% of the customers receive responses within 3 days.] He spends 10 weeks a year as an instructor for the Rutgers Professional Golf Turf Management School, acts as the coordinator for the Pest Management in Landscape Turf Short Course, and is a guest lecturer adding about 60 more presentations. Rich is a truly a “go to” guy for the NJTA. While a student at Rutgers, Bill Dickson worked with Dr. Ralph Engle. After graduating in 1968, he was hired by Dr. C. Reed Funk to work in the breeding department, assisting in the development of numerous turfgrass varieties including ‘Sabre’ poa trivalis. His is a staff lecturer for the Office of Continuing Education’s turfgrass short course. Bill was involved in the original re-development of the Hort Farm II from a fruit tree research farm to a turfgrass research farm. In 1986 he was appointed research farm supervisor. Bill has been the farms point person for the Rutgers Turfgrass Field Days. Bill will retire this January. Thank you for your years of service to the turf industry and enjoy your retirement -- it is well deserved. Rich Buckley, right, accepting the Recognition Award Bill Dickson, center, accepting the Recognition Award from NJTA President, Matt Sweatlock. from NJTA President, Matt Sweatlock, left, and NJTA Past President, Keith Kubik, right. 18 Clippings | Winter 2012 www.njturfgrass.org Meet Matt Paulina, NJTA Board Member The NJTA Membership Application has been updated and categories of membership are redefined. Please -- Use the application enclosed with this issue. Why not ask one or two of your business friends and associates to join NJTA. • Business Partner for Manufacturers or Suppliers or Sod Producers I have been married for ten years to my wonder- • Turfgrass Partner for Golf Course, Lawn ful wife Kim, and we have 2 beautiful daughters -- Care, Landscapers and others Brynn, 8, and Tessa, 3. • Individual Member (can be Business or Turfgrass Partners) I was born and raised outside of Pittsburgh, PA, and • Student Member for those enrolled in graduated from Penn State University with a bach- turf-related educational programs elors degree in Turfgrass Science. Upon completion • University, industry professionals, Rutgers Extension offices, and NJTA Award of my degree, I went to work as an assistant supt at winners receive Honorary memberships. Dupont CC and remained there for four years before starting a career with Lesco in Long Island, NY. In Anyone who 2003, I relocated to Philadelphia with Lesco and took renews their membership over the southern NJ territory. My employment with or Lesco continued until their purchase by John Deere becomes a new member Landscapes in the spring of 2007 and I worked for will receive JDL until leaving last Sept to work for Pocono Turf. discounted registrations for the 2013 Field Days held in July, My hope for being on the board of the NJTA is to and the Green Expo held in December. be able to give back to the industry that has given so much to me, to be able to help further the develop- RENEW OR JOIN TODAY! ment of other professionals in our field and to help strengthen our industry within our state. Call if questions: (973) 812-6467 www.njturfgrass.org Clippings | Winter 2012 19 Make your sideline look as good as the end zone. FieldSaver® Sideline Tarps from CoverSports®! 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Date:______________ Cardholder’s Signature:________________________________________ New Jersey Turfgrass Association • 25 US Highway 46 West, Wayne, NJ 07470-6801 • www.njturfgrass.org www.njturfgrass.org Clippings | Winter 2012 21 Tear this page out, complete and mail to the NJTA Office with your ad copy. REACH OUT TO MEMBERS 2013 NJTA Member Directory The 2013 NJTA Membership Directory is the only published member list given to current members, and any new members who join in 2013. Expect to receive the 5.5 x 8.5 book in your mailboxes in early April. About 900 Directories will be printed. REACH OUT and take advantage of this targeted exposure. Each section is separated by Tabs: (1) A-Z Listing of all Members, (2) Affiliation Cross Reference, and (3) By Laws. The NJTA Board of Directors, NJTF Board of Trustees, Past Presidents, Award Winners for Hall of Fame, Recognition, Member of the Year, and Environmental Steward, and What NJTA Does for You are also included. 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PAYMENT BY: Check ❑ #___________ CREDIT CARD: ❑ Visa ❑ Mastercard ❑ Amex ___ Mail Make Checks Payable to: NJTA Mail to: NJTA, 25 US Highway 46 West, Wayne, NJ 07470-6801 CARD #: ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ EXPIRATION DATE (MM/YY): ___ ___ / ___ ___ SECURITY CODE #: ___ ___ ___ ___ Bill Address:_____________________________________________________________ SIGNATURE____________________________________________________________ NJTA, 25 US Highway 46 West, Wayne NJ 07470 • Ph:(973) 812-6467 • Fax: (973) 812-6529 22 Clippings | Winter 2012 www.njturfgrass.org CALENDAR Rutgers Extension Offices & Numbers 2013 EVENT DATES RCE of Atlantic County (609) 625-0056 Monday, May 6, 2013 RCE of Bergen County (201) 336-6780 Rutgers Turfgrass Research RCE of Burlington County (609) 265-2900 GOLF CLASSIC RCE of Camden County (856) 566-5757 Fiddler’s Elbow Country Club Far Hills, NJ RCE of Cape May County (609) 465-5115 RCE of Cumberland County (856) 451-2800 RCE of Essex County (973) 353-5525 Tuesday, July 30, 2013 RCE of Gloucester County (856) 307-6450 Rutgers Turfgrass Research Field Days RCE of Hudson County (201) 915-1393 GOLF & FINE TURF RCE of Hunterdon County (908) 788-1339 Hort Farm II, North Brunswick NJ RCE of Mercer County (609) 989-6830 Wednesday, July 31, 2013 RCE of Middlesex County (732) 398-5262 Rutgers Turfgrass Research RCE of Monmouth County (732) 431-7278 Field Days RCE of Morris County (973) 285-8307 LAWN, LANDSCAPE, & SPORTS FIELDS RCE of Ocean County (732) 349-1246 Adelphia Farm, Freehold NJ RCE of Passaic County (973) 305-5740 RCE of Salem County (856) 769-0090 Tuesday - Thursday RCE of Somerset County (908) 526-6293 December 10-12 , 2013 RCE of Sussex County (973) 948-3040 GREEN EXPO RCE of Union County (908) 654-9854 Turf & Landscape Conference RCE of Warren County (908) 475-6505 Trump Taj Mahal Resort Casino, Atlantic City NJ Please notify the NJTA office if any of the above numbers have changed. Thank you. 973-812-6467 www.njturfgrass.org Clippings | Winter 2012 23 First Class Mail PRESORT U.S. Postage PAID Wayne, NJ Permit #347 New Jersey Turfgrass Association 25 US Highway 46 W • Wayne, NJ 07470-6801 Phone (973) 812-6467 • Fax (973) 812-6536 Email: execdirector@njturfgrass.org • Website: www.njturfgrass.org 2013 Board of Directors Matt Sweatlock, President Shannon Sked, Vice President Darrell Marcinek, Secretary Dennis DeSanctis Jr, Treasurer Cece Peabody, MAT, CMP, Executive Director Keith Kubik, Past President Shaun Barry, Director Brian Feldman, Director Matt Paulina, Director Nick Polanin, Director Pedro Perdomo, Director Thom Ritchie, Director Craig Tolley, Director Tracy Wadhams, Director Chris Carson, Expo Chairman Dr. Bruce Clarke, Advisor Dr. Jim Murphy, Advisor