Issue 2 • 2018 | VOL 97 Ready for Turfgrass Field Days? Sign Up Now Tuesday, July 31 - Golf & Fine Turf Hort Farm 2, New Brunswick, NJ Wednesday, August 1 - Lawn, Landscape, & Sports Fields Adelphia Farm, Freehold, NJ 2018 PATRON DIRECTORY BASF MOUNTAIN VIEW SEEDS David Schell Troy Kuenzi 1717 Pleasantville Road 8955 Sunnyview Road NE Forest Hill, MD 21050 Salem OR 97305 Ph: (410) 800-8762 Ph: (503) 588-7333 David.Schell@basf.com troy@mtviewseeds.com PBI GORDON BAYER John Patten Jeffrey Weld 114 Cedar Avenue 91 Schofield Road Clayton, NJ 08312 West Milford, NJ 07480 Ph: (609) 970-1546 Ph: (914) 419-9384 jpatten@pbigordon.com Fx: (877) 492-1897 jeff.weld@bayer.com PROSEEDS MARKETING, INC/ ALLIANCE SEED JP Olsen, Henry Lesinski DLF PICKSEED USA 13965 Westside Ln S Bill Dunn Jefferson OR 97013 PO Box 299 Ph: (541) 928-9999 Tangent OR 97389 jolson@proseeds.net Ph: (541) 602-4426 henry@allianceseedco.com bdunn@sroseed.com SCOTTS MIRACLE-GRO GRASS ROOTS INC. Eric Nelson Ken and Keith Kubik 14111 Scottslawn Road PO Box 336 Marysville OH 43041 Mt. Freedom, NJ 07970 Ph: (937) 243-2397 eric.nelson@scotts.com Ph: (973) 252-6634 Fx: (973) 252-6630 SITEONE LANDSCAPE SUPPLY keith.kubik@griturf.com Michelle Williams ken.kubik@griturf.com 11 Halstead Street Clinton, NJ 08809-1381 Ph: (908) 391-9894 LANDMARK TURF & NATIVE SEED mwilliams@siteone.com John Brader 4908 S. Hayford Road STORR TRACTOR COMPANY Spokane, WA 99224 Ken Indyk Ph: (800) 268-0180 3191 Highway 22 East Cell: (301) 302-2822 Branchburg NJ 08876 john@turfandnativeseed.com Ph: (908) 722-9830 kindyk@storrtractor.com LEBANON TURF Mike Donahue SYNGENTA 1600 East Cumberland Street Lee Kozsey Lebanon PA 17042 Plant Protectants Ph: (315) 263-1974 3710 Amherst Court mdonahue@lebanonturf.com Bethlehem, PA 18020-1356 Ph: (215) 796-0409 Lee.Kozsey@syngenta.com 2 Clippings | Issue 2 • 2018 www.njturfgrass.org President’s Message: DAVE SCHELL David Schell NJTA President For weeks now, everyone has Have a great spring and I look forward to seeing been wondering when spring everyone at Field Days July 31 & August 1, 2018. appar- would arrive. Well, it appar ently arrived just in time for a Respectfully, fantastic day of weather for the 23rd Annual Rutgers Turfgrass Research Golf Classic. What a day of great weather, great sponsorship and great golf! For everyone that had the opportunity to take part in this Dave Schell tremendous fundraiser for Rutgers Center for Turf- NJTA President grass Science, I thank you on behalf of the New Jer- sey Turfgrass Association and Foundation. Without the sponsors and membership participation, this event would not be the success it is every year. The NJTA would also like to thank the staff at Fiddler’s Elbow Country Club who do an outstanding job of taking great care of all their guests. In addition, the courses were in tremendous condition thanks to Matt Willigan and his staff. We should all be very proud of the fact that this event generates more than $100,000 annually for the Center for Turfgrass Science. And because of your generosity, the Silent Auction is now a major Do you have an article that factor in generating additional funds for the event. All would be great to share with other NJTA the hard work that contributes to the overwhelming members about the turfgrass industry? success of this event is spearheaded by Shaun Barry and the NJTA Board members and their committees. We would love to include a bio about you So, when you see Shaun, thank him for his dedication. and your company. We would love to hear what’s important to you. As we now march into spring, your researchers are getting prepared for the Field Days in late July. Please consider connecting, sharing and Please plan on attending this year’s Rutgers Turfgrass sending your ideas, your thoughts, Research Field Days, and learn the latest techniques your perspectives and your articles. and treatment options that may help you in your ef- Tell Us What You Think. forts to produce turf conditions that are demanded of you every day. I will only say that you will not be dis- appointed in what Rutgers Research will offer across Email them to: execdirector@njturfgrass.org these two days. I hope to see you there. Cece Peabody, Executive Director Thanks in advance! The NJTA thanks you for your membership. With- out you, we would not exist. If you are interested in becoming involved on the NJTA Board, please com- municate to any Board member or me your interest. “Remember, get involved and stay involved.” www.njturfgrass.org Clippings | Issue 2 • 2018 3 Table of Contents ‘ Ju s t a L it t le Bra gging Cece Peabody, MAT, CMP, NJTA Executive Director clippings Half the year 2018 is almost over and NJTA and NJTF wants to take the time to President’s Message 3 share successes... Executive Director 4 • We continue to engage over 825 members through our members directory and our magazine, Clip- Rutgers Golf Classic -- Another Great Day! 5 pings. Classic Sponsors & AmazonSmile 6 • The members directory was mailed in early March. We hope you will use this tool to stay connected to New Jersey Legislative Updates 7 your colleagues and to find new connections as you may need. Golf Classic SNAP SHOTS 8-9 • NJTF (the Foundation arm of the New Jersey Turfgrass Association) has completed another annual and Rutgers Research Field Days 2018 10 successful Golf Classic. This event drives the financial train to assist the efforts of Rutgers Center for Turfgrass From NJ Green Industry Council 11 Science for research, scholarships, and other projects. Field Days Forms to Register & Sponsor . 12, 13, 14 • NJTA has, over the last year, redesigned and re- vamped the Field Days and NJTA logos. We will be look- NJLCA: Minimum Wage Increase in New Jersey 16 ing to redesign the Golf Classic and Green Expo logos this year. Keeping our brand fresh is important! Membership Application 17, 18 • NJTF has engaged an investment company, Calendar of Events 19 HighTower, to help take our investments to a solid growth position that continues to grow. Rutgers County Extension Offices 19 • NJTA will be working to engage our members even more by sharing targeted emails about important his- NJTA Board of Directors 20 toric moments of the association and Rutgers, as well as sharing some great turfgrass tips. JOIN US ON:|| FACEBOOK || TWITTER • The tour stops with world-class research have been determined for the two Field Days, and NJ credits (and other states) have already been approved. • The Green Expo has already been accepting booth reservations for December. The education program UPDATE YOUR MEMBER is almost finalized, and the event will be even better than INFORMATION ever. at www.njturfgrass.org As you can see, NJTA keeps marching on and continues to provide the events, connections, relationships with al- Sign in with your email and create a password. lied associations, members, along with the opportunities Check out the Member Directory. to make your job better and better. NJTA Thank you for your membership...it truly is appreciated. 25 US Highway 46 West Wayne NJ 07470-6801 Contact me at the office if you have any comments or con- (973) 812-6467 cerns. It is our job to serve you and we hope we serve execdirector@njturfgrass.org you well. 4 Clippings | Issue 2 • 2018 www.njturfgrass.org 2018 Rutgers Golf Classic - Another Great Day! by Shaun Barry, Golf Classic Chair On May 7th, Fiddler’s Elbow Country Club host- Matt Willigan, Ben Messenger and Steven Saxe had to deal with lots of construction this Spring, ed the 23rd Annual Rutgers Turfgrass Research Golf Classic, which is run by the NJ Turfgrass and getting that completed in time with all of the Foundation with lots of help from the Center for rain was quite a challenge, but they did it. While Turfgrass Science. The Classic Committee ben- the courses are always in great shape, this may efits from the superb efforts of Drs. Stacy Bonos, have been their best year yet. They and their staff Bruce Clarke and Bill Meyer. Bill and Stacy reach deserve a warm round of applause. In addition to out to their contacts in the seed industry and their efforts our thanks go out to General Man- when these two world class turfgrass breeders ger, Tom Hurley, Chef Michael and Ryan Buckley ask for help, very seldom are they turned down. who is Fiddler’s Outing Coordinator. These folks The results are the same when Bruce asks. Ev- and everyone at Fiddler’s is committed to making eryone recognizes what Bruce stands for and this day special. that the results are fair and accurate. The CTS results are the benchmark for cool season turf- Jeff Weld, Matt Lindner, Cece Peabody and her grass and the scientists working in the program staff ran the biggest Silent Auction that I have are always thinking of ways to keep ever seen. Last year we had about 85 items and expanding the horizons of turfgrass this year we had 125+ items. Any- research. body who took the time to browse through the items was sure to find The final number of golfers who something of interest. committed to play was 372 which is our second highest number ever. The extended cocktail reception Many of these people come from is always so popular most people the 13 Premier, 2 Eagle and 10 don’t even move inside for the in- Birdie Sponsors that Bill, Bruce and troductions and awarding of the Stacy are responsible for signing- prizes. Dean Robert Goodman was up. As expected we had several introduced by Dr Clarke and he people whose schedules changed spoke for a few minutes expressing and caused them to miss the day. We had 354 the appreciation of the university for this event, actual golfers who headed out to one of three and he touched on some of the new directions courses, and it is awesome watching all of the that are being considered. Bruce was very gra- carts leaving the staging area. Registration of cious in defeat as he acknowledged Dr Meyer’s these people were handled by Karen Plumley, victory in their annual competition to see who Rich Buckley, Sabrina Tirpak, Classic Commit- can bring in the largest amount of support. Bruce tee members and 10 volunteers from the Turf- got closer this year but it appears that the only grass program. As usual it couldn’t have been way he will win is if Bill retires before he does. any smoother. I hope that anyone who has attended the Classic The weather was excellent. The temperature enjoyed it enough to make sure you are part of was moderate and a nice thin layer of clouds the day in 2019. The need for everyone’s support kept everyone feeling comfortable. In a year that grows every year and for the Center for Turfgrass it seems rain is an everyday occurrence we were Science to continue as a leader in research, it quite lucky. cannot do it without your help. www.njturfgrass.org Clippings | Issue 2 • 2018 5 GOLF CLASSIC Golf Classic Silent Auction SPONSORS by Jeff Weld, Silent Auction Chair As with all golf outings in May we approached the 23rd Annual “Rutgers Research Golf Classic” (RRGC) on May 7th with a sense of anticipation and Premier Sponsors: wonder. We anticipated a great day of golf, comrade- • BASF rie and another chance to support our industry through • Bayer the silent auction. We wondered if the weather would • DLF Pickseed USA cooperate. Not only did the weather cooperate, but • Grass Roots it was the best weather I can remember for a RRGC. • Landmark Turf & Native Seed • Lebanon As we reached the published closing time for the auc- • Mountain View Seed tion, a few bids appeared on the sheets. As anxiety • PBI Gordon grew, the outstanding support team from Cece Pea- • ProSeeds Marketing/ Alliance Seed body and her staff decided to extend the silent auction • Scotts Miracle-Gro bidding. They saved the day. As the sun slid behind • SiteOne Landscape Supply the beautiful views from the Fiddlers Elbow veranda, • Storr Tractor the bids started to pour in. As the libations continued • Syngenta Professional Products to flow, the activity at our silent auction intensified. At the end of the day we enjoyed a very successful silent auction. Eagle Sponsors: • Finch Services There are far too many people to thank and to list in an • Nufarm article. We received bid items from fifty-five different companies and individuals. These fifty five donors gave so many items we set another record with 129 Grand Reception Sponsor: items offered for sale. Winning bidders totaled thirty • A-LIST nine individuals. Many of the bidders won multiple items. All of these companies and individuals com- bined to create a very prosperous event. The NJTA Birdie Sponsors: will net $20,770.00 from the silent auction. All of that • AMVAC Chemical Corporation funding drops directly to the bottom line in support • Burlingham Seeds of New Jersey Turfgrass Foundation for exceptional • Columbia Seeds turfgrass research at Rutgers, The State University of • GCSANJ/ GCSANJ Foundation New Jersey. • Helena Agri • NJTA/ NJT Foundation Thank you to all the donors, bidders, those folks that • Paige Electric chased down donations, and anyone else I am for- • Pennington Seed getting. I also want to send a big thank you to Cece • Rutgers Center For Turfgrass Science Peabody, Executive Director, and the staff she brings. Without the ladies that do the mountain of work ad- ministering the silent auction, it would not happen. www.njturfgrass.org Clippings | Issue 2 • 2018 6 New Jersey Legislative Updates: Active Time in Trenton by Matt Lindner, NJTA Legislative Chair With the change of administration in Trenton, comes the reintroducing and introducing of many proposed bills and regulations that will affect the Green Industry in NJ. Below is a list of these possible changes that are before either the Assembly (A) or Senate (S). LIST OF BILLS SSA IS TRACKING FOR NJGIC A-474 Prieto (D32) — Permits landscape irrigation contractors to install backflow prevention devices under certain circum- stances. A-540 Mazzeo (D2) — Establishes requirements for sale and planting of running bamboo. A-623 Wolfe (R10) — Prohibits sale, distribution, and use of urea as an ice melt. A-718 McGuckin (R10) — “Barnegat Bay Protection Act”; establishes Barnegat Bay Protection Fund, dedicates portion of sales tax on lawn fertilizer, authorizes special license plates, and provides for donations. A-732 McGuckin (R10) — Provides State income tax credit for removal of lawns near Barnegat Bay. A-1204 Barclay (D5) — Requires person convicted of theft of bee hive to pay pecuniary damages and perform community service. A-1271 Tucker (D28) — Establishes procedures to prevent and eradicate bedbug infestations in certain residential property. A-1444 Benson (D14) — The “Safe Playing Fields Act”; restricts use of lawn care pesticides at child care centers and certain schools, playgrounds, and recreational fields. A-1676 Dancer (R12) — Establishes certain requirements for a State entity planting vegetation in certain circumstances; provides for preferences for NJ businesses providing such vegetation. A-1691 Dancer (R12) — Directs DEP to designate native bee nesting habitat areas in each State park and forest. A-2273 Dancer (R12) — Provides corporation business tax credit to taxpayers that develop qualified native pollinator habi- tat on undeveloped property. A2377 Prieto (D32) — Raises minimum wage rate to $10.10, makes further increases over a four-year period, and maintains annual cost of living increases. A-2393 Schaer (D36) — Requires certain notification prior to mosquito spraying applications. A-2874 McKeon (D27) — Requires use of uniform silver flags to mark certain pesticide applications. A-2894 McKeon (D27) — Requires water purveyors to develop and implement a drought interconnection system. A-2916 McKeon (D27) — “Ocean County Stormwater Management System Demonstration Act.” A-3136 Dancer (R12) — Provides corporation business tax credit to public utilities that develop qualified native pollinator habitat in their rights of way. A-3138 Dancer (R12) — Provides corporation business tax and gross income tax credits to farmers who develop qualified native pollinator habitat on farms. A-3244 Andrzejczak (D1) — Prohibits Dept. of Agriculture from adopting any rules, regulations, or standards concerning bees or beekeeping until it properly and fully complies with requirement in law to consult with certain entities. A-3496 Kennedy (D22) — Prohibits use of chlorpyrifos insecticide. A-3564 Vainieri Huttle (D37) — Prohibits snowplow operators from depositing snow in front of certain access points used by persons with disabilities. A-3814 Andrzejczak (D1) — Allows eligible landscape operators to make certain purchases of certain materials and sup- plies without payment of sales and use tax. AJR-80 Taliaferro (D3) — Establishes “Healthy Pollinators Task Force.” AR-111 Dancer (R12) — Encourages NJ homeowners to plant native plants that support bee populations and create habitat for all pollinators. S-2288 Smith (D17) — Directs DEP to classify neonicotinoid pesticides as restricted use pesticides. S-2315 Smith (D17) — Requires water purveyors to develop and implement a drought interconnection system. Continued on Page 15 www.njturfgrass.org Clippings | Issue 4 • 2018 7 2018 Golf Classic SNAP SHOTS www.njturfgrass.org Clippings | Issue 2 • 2018 8 More Golf Classic SNAP SHOTS Clippings | Issue 2 • 2018 9 www.njturfgrass.org Rutgers Research Field Days 2018 by Craig Tolley, Field Days Committee Mark your calendar! It’s time for the annual Rutgers Wednesday, August 1, will be a full day. The field tours Turfgrass Research Field Days. This year field will include educational programs detailing advances days will be held on July 31 and August 1 2018. in turfgrass breeding, low-input management systems, The Golf and Fine Turf Day, July 31st, will be at lD and Management of Landscape Turf Insect Pests, the Rutgers Turfgrass Farm (102 Ryders Lane) in plus False-Green Kyllinga management. This day will North Brunswick, NJ, while the Lawn, Landscape, also incude presentations on Broadleaf weed control and Sports Field Day, August 1, is returning to the and low maintenance Kentucky Bluegrass. Rutgers Adelphia Farm in Freehold (594 Halls Mills Road, Freehold NJ). This will be, as always, one the The Sport Field Managers Association of NJ will be best opportunities to tour the world class research facilities and learn about the most current develop- holding their annual trade show before the tours and ments in turfgrass management. The Rutgers’ Pro- during lunch. The field tours will additionally include fessors and Extension Specialists will be available some equipment demonstrations throughout the day. both days to share their latest findings. Both Days The day will conclude with an additional opportunity will offer pesticide recertification cred- for some core pesticides credits. its, GCSAA Eduction credits, and Pro- FACT credits. Pre-registration is now open! Members of the Turfgrass Association receive The NJ Turfgrass Foundation will be the early bird discount registration conducting a silent auction at each of rate ($65.00 pre-registration, members the field days. Stop by the silent auc- only pay $50.00). Members of allied tion tent and help support the Turfgrass associations are also eligible to pay the Foundation. All proceeds from the si- member rate. The student rate is only lent auction support the Rutgers Turf- $20.00 (with student ID) for both days grass program. Stop by the silent auc- so bring your interns; this special rate is available to tion to see the impressive variety of items to bid on. Your support is greatly appreciated. any college or high school student. Tuesday, July 31, will be a busy day. The morning Register today at http://www.njturfgrass.org. will begin with an optional early morning Core ses- Early registration will be open until July 16 ,2018. Af- sion for pesticide recertification credits. This morn- ter that day on site rates will apply ($80.00 non-mem- ing session is limited and will be open to the first bers, $65.00 members). We look forward to seeing you 80 people that register; so register early to secure there...and if you want to sit during or between the tour your place. The field tours will include presenta- stops, bring a portable chair to enjoy the outdoors and tons detailing the effects of plant health products on the tours. drought performance, as well as the the effects of Biostimulants on summer performance of creeping bentgrass. There will also be presentations detailing the latest research on Goosegrass and annual blue- grass control. Don’t forget to mark your After lunch, on Tuesday the 31st, there will be the calendars for the 43rd Annual Basic Training for Professional Fertilizer Certifica- New Jersey Green Expo tion (from 2:00 to 3:00pm). Space is limited so reg- ister early; training is included as part of your field December 4-6th, day registration.. The Fertilizer Certification Exam The Borgata Hotel, will be given this day for an additional fee $75. Sign up with your registration and select to take the train- Atlantic City, NJ. ing and the exam. 10 Clippings | Issue 2 • 2018 www.njturfgrass.org From the NJ Green Industry Council Buddy Freund, NJGIC Executive Director The New Jersey Green Industry Council is recog- • Healthy Pollinator’s Task Force – NJGIC suc- nized as a powerful voice for professionals within cessfully obtained amendments to the bill which added the Green Industry, providing Advocacy, Commu- industry representatives to the task force. Adding these nication, and Education to its members. NJGIC is representatives allows for fair, balanced, and science- your voice before the New Jersey State Legislature. based conclusions. By monitoring New Jersey Legislation, NJGIC pro- tects your right and methodology of doing business in the Garden State. The team of NJGIC and State Street Associates contin- ues to monitor more than 50 pieces of legislation cur- NJGIC membership aligns you with a strong force rently in the state legislature. Raising the minimum of Green Industry partners, including the New Jer- wage, Safe Playing Fields Act, notification require- sey Turfgrass Association. These Allied Associa- ments, and Mosquito Spraying Applications to name a tions, thirty strong, represent very diverse segments few are prime examples of current legislation that will of the New Jersey Green Industry. NJGIC provides greatly affect the Green Industry as a whole and New an umbrella of legislative advocacy for each indus- Jersey Turfgrass specifically. try sector, promotes the industry, and represents the Green Industry as an advocate and leader of environ- Your contribution and membership are critical for the mental stewardship. continued success of our advocacy efforts. NJGIC has multiple levels of membership starting at $100.00 for Currently, NJGIC contracts the services of State Individual Membership to more substantial levels of Street Associates, Inc. to lobby on behalf of NJGIC support for Business, Corporate, and Association con- and the Allied Associations. State Street Associates tributors. has claimed many victories for the Green Industry. They include… Gain a seat at the table as we continue representing your issues and battles in Trenton. Please consider joining • Licensed Tree Experts – created a new li- our efforts. www.njgic.org censing requirement for tree care operators • Application of Fertilizer Law – NJGIC gained concessions during the legislative process to lessen the burden on professional applicators • Amended Pesticide Recognition Act – the bill’s sponsor agreed to amend language based on NJGIC’s recommendations which focused on IPM rather than an outright ban • Safe Playing Fields Act – through strong advocacy from NJGIC and its allies, they were suc- cessful in preventing the bill from reaching the Gov- ernor’s desk • Neonic Ban Legislation – again with strong advocacy, NJGIC prevented this bill from being posted for a hearing or a vote during the legislative Buddy Freund, Executive Director session 609-403-0906 973-557-8674 (c) www.njturfgrass.org Clippings | Issue 2 • 2018 11 2018 Rutgers Turfgrass Research FIELD DAYS This form is Early Registration Only. If not received by 7/16/18, you must register Onsite. Tuesday, July 31, 2018 Wednesday, August 1, 2018 GOLF & FINE TURF Day LAWN, LANDSCAPE & Hort Farm 2, 102 Ryders Lane, North Brunswick NJ 08902 SPORTS FIELD Day WHY YOU SHOULD ATTEND: Adelphia Farm, 594 Halls Mills Road, Freehold NJ 07728 • SFMANJ (Sports Field Mgrs of NJ) Sponsored • Creeping and Colonial Bentgrass NTEP Trials • Advances in Disease, Insect, and Weed Control Trade Show & Equipment Demonstrations Pesticide • Strategies for Pre and Post Emergence Goosegrass Control Credits & WHY YOU SHOULD ATTEND: • Latest on Management Strategies for control of NJ ProFACT • Dollar Spot and Other Important Turf Diseases Awarded • Major Advances in Turfgrass Breeding and NTEP Trials • Evaluating Topdressing Sands and Coring for Putting Greens at end • Broadleaf Weed Control Programs • Basic Training for the Professional Fertilizer Applicator and of Event • False-green Kyllinga Management for • Low-Input Turfgrass Systems IN ENGLISH and SPANISH • The Latest Sports Field & Grounds Products FOLLOW US: #NJTA_Turfgrass • #RUturfdays18 DIRECTIONS to Farms on website - njturfgrass.org SCHEDULE OF THE DAY SCHEDULE OF THE DAY 7:30 AM Registration Opens 7:30 AM Registration & Trade Show Opens 8:00 – 8:30 AM CORE Session (Limit 80) - 1 Credit — OPTIONAL— — SILENT AUCTION OPENS — 9:00 AM TOURS & Equipment Demonstrations Begin 9:00 AM TOURS Begin — SILENT AUCTION OPENS — 1:00 PM TOURS End 1:00 PM TOURS & Equipment Demonstrations End 1:00 – 2:00 PM Lunch & SILENT AUCTION Ends 2:00 PM Field Day Ends (Unless staying for below) 1:00 – 2:00 PM Lunch & SILENT AUCTION Ends — OPTIONAL— 1:30 – 2:00 PM CORE Session (Lunch Area) — OPTIONAL— 2:00 – 3:00 PM TRAINING for ProFACT in ENGLISH and SPANISH -- 1 Credit -- 2:00 PM Field Day Ends Earn 2 CEU Credits 3:00 – 4:00 PM Fertilizer EXAM @ $75 per person There will be NO Basic Training for ProFACT and In ENGLISH and SPANISH NO Fertilizer EXAM on WEDNESDAY. Pre-Registration Required for Training & Exam Attend on TUESDAY for the Training and/or Exam. Bring a Portable Chair for the Tours THANKS! 2017 FIELD DAY SPONSORS VIC GERARD GOLF CARS on is Ed ld ho ee Fr Water & Ice se egistration or on ot er si e or egister Online at www.njt rfgrass.org This Event is hosted by the New Jersey Turfgrass Association • 25 US Hwy 46 W, Wayne NJ 07470 • D O O W 12 Clippings | Issue 2 • 2018 www.njturfgrass.org Pesticide Credits 2018 EARLY REGISTRATION FORM Awarded at end of day THIS FORM IS EARLY REGISTRATION ONLY • f not recei e O D 7 16 1 , o st 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 NJTA with this form: (1) New Jersey Turfgrass Assn (NJTA) (2) Sports Field Mgrs Assn of NJ (SFMANJ) (3) Golf Course Superintendents Assn of NJ (GCSANJ) (4) NJ Landscape Contractors Assn (NJLCA) (5) NJ Nursery & Landscape Assn (NJNLA) - ec w ic ssociation s o elong to OW: Membership is subject to verification. ___NJTA** ___SFMANJ** ___GCSANJ** ___NJLCA** ___NJNLA** ee pecial ssistance et s now in a ance. SELECT BOX FOR NUMBER ATTENDING ON TUES OR WEDS. a e: 10% Discount for 10 or more attendees from same Company EARLY REGISTRATION & FEES CHOICES Tues. 7/31/18 Weds 8/1/18 ** MEMBERS: arl egistration efore 7 16 1 - 0 0 ac Da ❑ 1=$50 • ❑ 2=$100 ❑ 1=$50 • ❑ 2=$100 n it icin A inc a t Check attendees & fees ❑ 3=$150 • ❑ 4=$200 ❑ 3=$150 • ❑ 4=$200 O - : arl egistration efore 7 16 1 - 6 6 ac Da ❑ 1=$65 • ❑ 2=$130 ❑ 1=$65 • ❑ 2=$130 n it icin A inc a t Check attendees & fees ❑ 3=$195 • ❑ 4=$260 ❑ 3=$195 • ❑ 4=$260 t ent ate: Send/Show copy of Student ID tgers aster Gar eners: Send/Show ID x 20 ac Da ❑ $20 ❑ $20 MEMBERSHIP CHOICES 2018 NJTA Membership: (January 1 - December 31) $___________________ Print name in box below. • One (1) Individual Member x $80 Each • Turfgrass Members: Golf Course, Lawn Care, Landscaper, more x $210 (1-3 Names) $___________________ Print name in box below. • Business Members: Manufacturer/Supplier or Sod Producer x $275 (1-4 Names) $___________________ Print name in box below. Print Member Names: TUESDAY ONLY @ 2 PM: ProFACT Training (English & Spanish) • 3 PM: ProFACT EXAM Check for Training _____Training: No Cost No training or exam on Exam Fee: $75 in English & Spanish (To certify or To Recertify) OR Exam or Both _____ x $75 Exam Wednesday Sub Totals $_________________ $_________________ Bring a Portable Chair for the Tours TOTAL DUE Total Tues. and Wed. columns $____________________ ATTENDEES & PAYMENT INFORMATION • To Register Online: www.njturfgrass.org • Questions? 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Name on Account: __________________________________________________________________________________________ Billing Address (if different from above): ___________________________________________________________Billing Zip Code: _________________________ Authorized Signature: ___________________________________________________________________________________ Date:_________________________ www.njturfgrass.org Clippings | Issue 2 • 2018 13 2018 Rutgers Turfgrass Research Field Days SPONSOR OPPORTUNITIES Tuesday, July 31, and Wednesday, August 1, 2018 Dear Colleague: The Rutgers Turfgrass Research Field Days are one of the finest and most respected two-day events in the country. Rutgers Center for Turfgrass Science shareS the latest research with turfgrass managers and green industry professionals. This research helps professionals make improved turfgrass management decisions. We invite you to partner with NJTA and become a supporting SPONSOR. We accept multiple Sponsors in each category, with the exception of golf carts and water/ice. Fax or mail your form back. Thanks in advance for your support! Tracy Wadhams, Field Days Chair SPONSORSHIP LEVEL SELECT COST BENEFITS * NEW! Complimentary Registrations for BOTH Days (Previously one!). Each level shows number of comped registrations. EIGHT (8) Complimentary Registrations. * PLATINUM ! $1600 Signage with Company logo• Verbal recognition at lunch• Logo on NJTA website. SIX (6) Complimentary Registrations. * GOLD ! $ 1200 Signage with Company logo • Verbal recognition at lunch. FOUR (4) Complimentary Registrations. * SILVER ! $ 850 Signage with Company logo • Verbal recognition. THREE (3) Complimentary Registrations. * BRONZE [LUNCH] ! $ 750 Signage with Company logo. TWO (2) Complimentary Registrations. * ICE CREAM ! $ 600 Signage with Company logo • Verbal recognition. ONE (1) Complimentary Registration. * AM BREAK (Fruit/Snacks) ! $ 375 Signage with Company logo. FIELD DAY Research ! $ 175 Poster Recognition GOLF CARTS: EXCLUSIVE - Reserved by: TWO (2) Complimentary Registrations. * Water Carts and People Movers VIC GERARD GOLF CARS Signage with Company logo; Verbal recognition. ICE & WATER Donated by SAM’S CLUB, Freehold & SAM’S CLUB, Edison • Verbal Recognition • Signage TENT Donated by Rutgers, OCPE • Verbal Recognition • Signage Yes, we would love to be a 2018 Field Days Sponsor! Reserve your spot now! ! Invoice ! Payment Info Below Date_____________________Company______________________________________________ Contact ____________________________ Billing Address______________________________________________________________________________________________________ City/State/Zip_______________________________________________________________________________________________________ Phone_____________________________________________ Email__________________________________________________________ PAYMENT INFO: CREDIT CARD: _____VISA _____MASTERCARD _____AMERICAN EXPRESS • CHECK #:_________________ Account Number: //____ ____ ____ ____ // ____ ____ ____ ____ // ____ ____ ____ ____ // ____ ____ ____ ____ // Exp. Date (MM/YY): //____ ____ // ____ ____// Security Code: //____ ____ ____ ____ // ATTENDEE NAMES (Number based on Sponsor Level): 2017 SPONSORS – THANKS! TUESDAY WEDNESDAY PLATINUM: Bayer • Storr Tractor 1. 1. GOLD: Aquatrols • Grass Roots • Harrell’s 2. 2. SiteOne Landscape Supply • Syngenta 3. 3. SILVER: Mountain View Seeds • SePRO • Synatek BRONZE: BASF • Grigg Brothers 4. 4. ICE CREAM: Pickseed 5. 5. AM BREAK: A-List • Brandt • Coombs Sod Farms 6. 6. George E. Ley Co • PGA–NJ Section 7. 7. GOLF CARS: Vic Gerard Golf Cars WATER: Sam’s Club 8. 8. Event Hosted by the New Jersey Turfgrass Association • 25 US Highway 46 W • Wayne NJ 07470 Phone: (973) 812-6467 • Fax: (973) 812-6529 • www.njturfgrass.org • execdirector@njturfgrass.org • 5/17/18 14 Clippings | Issue 2 • 2018 www.njturfgrass.org Active Time in Trenton Continued from Page 7 S-284 Holzapfel (R10) — Prohibits sale, distribution, and use of urea as an ice melt. S-293 Holzapfel (R10) — Provides State income tax credit for removal of lawns near Barnegat Bay. S-294 Holzapfel (R10) — “Barnegat Bay Protection Act”; establishes Barnegat Bay Protection Fund, dedicates portion of sales tax on fertilizer, authorizes special license plates, and provides for donations. S-665 Bateman (R16) — Prohibits snowplow or de-icing service contract from indemnifying promisee against liability for loss or damage in certain instances. S-864 Sweeney (D3) — Raises minimum wage rate to $10.10, makes further increases over a four-year period, and maintains annual cost of living increases. S-1142 Singleton (D7) — Raises minimum wage to $10.10 and provides for certain other increases. S-1295 Bucco (R25) — Establishes procedures to prevent and eradicate bedbug infestations in certain residential property. S-1498 Sarlo (D36) — Transfers NJ Board of Tree Experts from DEP to Dept. of Agriculture. S-1809 Turner (D15) — The “Safe Playing Fields Act”; restricts use of lawn care pesticides at child care centers and certain schools. S-1810 Turner (D15) — Prohibits use of chlorpyrifos insecticide. S-1900 Beach (D6) — Prohibits snowplow operators from depositing snow in front of certain access points used by persons with disabilities. S-2288 Smith (D17) — Directs DEP to classify neonicotinoid pesticides as restricted use pesticides. S-2315 Smith (D17) — Requires water purveyors to develop and implement a drought interconnection system. SJR-42 Van Drew (D1) — Honors 100th anniversary of NJ Nursery and Landscape Association. Once again, it is not the responsibility of the New Jersey Turfgrass Association to either support or oppose any pending legislation; NJTA will inform members of possible rules and regulations that might affect our industry. I want to thank John Patten, President of the NJGIC, for keeping NJTA in the loop as Trenton is a very active city in 2018. 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Businesses such as automotive sales and service please hear me out as to why we feel this way. providers, equipment sales, rental and repair shops, in- surance providers, banking, accountants, printers and gas Tens of thousands of small business owners working in the stations will all experience cost increases. Moreover, the New Jersey green industry, including agriculture, landscap- impact of a minimum wage increase to these supporting ing, golf courses, nurserymen, sports field managers, irri- industries will be even more significant since they will have gation contractors, turfgrass professionals, arborists, pest to absorb additional costs while also experiencing the in- managers, pool and spa contractors and more feel that evitable reduction in sales. raising the minimum wage will cause undue hardship to all tax paying citizens statewide. While other businesses might be able to avoid the cost of a minimum wage increase by automating some of their work, the green and its supporting industries will be forced You see, the trickle-down effect of this legislation will nega- to bear the brunt of these proposals. Unlike restaurants tively affect millions in the State of New Jersey. Everything and retail stores, a kiosk can’t cut a lawn or trim a tree, so from the cost of food and automotive fuel, to entertain- we will be forced to pass these costs on to our customers ment and insurance rates will rise because of an increase or go out of business. What further concerns us, is that in the minimum wage. Salaries of unskilled employees, many of the services our members offer are considered to who may currently make $12 per hour, will be raised to be a luxury, and customers will likely cut back or eliminate $15 per hour, forcing higher level employee salaries to in- using our services if we are forced to substantially increase crease along with them. It will lead to a loss of jobs, as our prices. Companies may have to lay-off employees and more employers turn to automation to handle their needs. cut back on the purchase of products – which will have a Less hiring will occur, as small businesses will no longer be negative impact on New Jersey’s economy. able to hire as many employees. And the very thing that raising the minimum wage is meant to do, help those who We know that not all of our members agree, but a majority are in or near poverty, will be hurt the most! The skilled have voiced to us that this increase would be detrimental workers will be applying for the same minimum wage po- to their businesses. Therefore, we understand and agree sitions as the unskilled workers, pushing those unskilled that people should earn a living wage, but in an industry workers right out of the market. where most employees are earning far more than the min- imum wage, this will only hurt the citizens of New Jersey. For the NJLCA members and the green industry, this leg- islation will not only require companies to reduce their workforce, putting both skilled and unskilled laborers into unemployment, it will also greatly reduce the amount of taxes generated by our companies and paid to the state, due to an increase in pricing which will result in the re- duction in sales. In addition, an increase in the minimum wage will require these green industry companies to lose contracts and put additional pressure on an industry that is already working on very tight margins. Just as impor- tantly, raising the minimum wage will increase the cost of 465 Mola Boulevard, Suite 4. agricultural products. Ultimately, this will reach grocery Elmwood Park, NJ 07407 stores, restaurants, hotels and more. And as we all know, Director of Operations, Gail Woolcott increased wages will also raise unemployment taxes and Office: 201-703-3600 workers’ comp insurance, creating an additional burden to gwoolcott@njlca.org • www.njlca.org employers. 16 Clippings | Issue 2 • 2018 www.njturfgrass.org 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. 25 US Highway 46 West • Wayne NJ 07470 JOIN ONLINE: www.njturfgrass.org Phone: 973.812.6467 • Fax: 973.812.6529 • 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 New Jersey Turfgrass Foundation • Website: www.njturfgrass.org Membership Category Types (Annual Dues based on calendar year: January 1 – December 31) All members receive separate mailings of NJTA publications and meeting notices. ❑ BUSINESS PARTNER (Manufacturer/Supplier or Sod Producer) $275.00 UP TO FOUR individuals covered in this membership fee. ❑ ADDITIONAL BUSINESS PARTNER (5 or more) $65.00 each ❑ TURFGRASS PARTNER (Golf Course, Lawn Care, Landscaper) $210.00 UP TO THREE individuals covered in this membership fee. ❑ ADDITIONAL TURFGRASS PARTNER (4 or more) $65.00 each ❑ INDIVIDUAL MEMBER (ONE Business or Turfgrass Partner) $80.00 ❑ STUDENT MEMBER (Those enrolled in turf-related educational programs.) $20.00 Member Information Name # 1 ____________________________________________ Title ___________________________ Association/Company ___________________________________________________________________ Address ______________________________________________________________________________ Is this Address? _____ Your Business ______ Your Home City ___________________________________________ State _________ Zip ___________________ Phone ______________________________________ Fax ______________________________________ Email _______________________________________Cell ______________________________________ New Jersey Pesticide License # (if applicable) _________________________________________________ Name # 2 ____________________________________________ Title ___________________________ Association/Company ___________________________________________________________________ Address ______________________________________________________________________________ Is this Address? _____ Your Business ______ Your Home City ___________________________________________ State _________ Zip ___________________ Phone ______________________________________ Fax ______________________________________ Email _______________________________________Cell ______________________________________ New Jersey Pesticide License # (if applicable) _________________________________________________ New Jersey Turfgrass Association • 25 US Highway 46 West • Wayne NJ 07470 Page 1 of 2 Phone: 973.812.6467 • Fax: 973.812.6529 • www.njturfgrass.org • execdirector@njturfgrass.org Updated 03/2018 www.njturfgrass.org Clippings | Issue 2 • 2018 17 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. 25 US Highway 46 West • Wayne NJ 07470 JOIN ONLINE: www.njturfgrass.org Phone: 973.812.6467 • Fax: 973.812.6529 Name # 3 ____________________________________________ Title ___________________________ Association/Company ___________________________________________________________________ Address ______________________________________________________________________________ Is this Address? _____ Your Business ______ Your Home City ___________________________________________ State _________ Zip ___________________ Phone ______________________________________ Fax ______________________________________ Email _______________________________________Cell ______________________________________ New Jersey Pesticide License # (if applicable) _________________________________________________ Name # 4 ____________________________________________ Title ___________________________ Association/Company ___________________________________________________________________ Address ______________________________________________________________________________ Is this Address? _____ Your Business ______ Your Home City ___________________________________________ State _________ Zip ___________________ Phone ______________________________________ Fax ______________________________________ Email _______________________________________Cell ______________________________________ New Jersey Pesticide License # (if applicable) _________________________________________________ Select Business Category that Best Describes Your Business/Profession ❑ Manufacturer/Supplier • BUSINESS ❑ Sod Producer • BUSINESS ❑ Golf Course • TURFGRASS ❑ Lawn Care Applicator • TURFGRASS ❑ Landscape/Lawn Maintenance • TURFGRASS ❑ Cemetery • TURFGRASS ❑ Irrigation Installation • TURFGRASS ❑ Parks and Recreation • TURFGRASS ❑ Schools & Athletic Fields • TURFGRASS ❑ Architect • TURFGRASS ❑ Student – IN TURF RELATED PROGRAM ❑ Professionals, University, Ext Offices • HONORARY Paym ent Inform ation (Required) • MAIL OR FAX TO NJTA Office Type of Credit Card: SIGNATURE: Card Number: Name on Card: Expiration Date: (MM/YY) Street Address: 3 Digit Security Code: City/State/Zip: Check By Mail: (Payable to NJTA) PURCHASE ORDER #: TOTAL MEMBERSHIP AMOUNT: $ NJ TURFGRASS FOUNDATION CONTRIBUTION: $ 20.00 (This portion is optional and 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. New Jersey Turfgrass Association • 25 US Highway 46 West • Wayne NJ 07470 Page 2 of 2 Phone: 973.812.6467 • Fax: 973.812.6529 • www.njturfgrass.org • execdirector@njturfgrass.org Updated 03/2018 18 Clippings | Issue 2 • 2018 www.njturfgrass.org Rutgers Extension Offices & Numbers SAVE THESE RCE of Atlantic County (609) 625-0056 DATES - 2018! RCE of Bergen County (201) 336-6780 RCE of Burlington County (609) 265-5050 RCE of Camden County (856) 216-7130 Rutgers Turfgrass Research RCE of Cape May County (609) 465-5115 FIELD DAYS RCE of Cumberland County (856) 451-2800 TUESDAY, JULY 31, 2018 RCE of Essex County (973) 228-3179 Hort Farm 2, New Brunswick RCE of Gloucester County (856) 307-6450 RCE of Hudson County (973) 353-5525 WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 1, 2018 RCE of Hunterdon County (908) 788-1339 Adelphia Farm, Freehold RCE of Mercer County (609) 989-6830 RCE of Middlesex County (732) 398-5262 RCE of Monmouth County (732) 431-7260 GREEN EXPO RCE of Morris County (973) 285-8306 December 4 - 6, 2018 RCE of Ocean County (732) 349-1246 The Borgata Hotel RCE of Passaic County (973) 305-5740 Atlantic City, NJ RCE of Salem County (856) 769-0090 RCE of Somerset County (908) 526-6293 RCE of Sussex County (973) 948-3040 RCE of Union County (908) 654-9854 RCE of Warren County (908) 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 • 2018 19 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) 812-6529 Email: execdirector@njturfgrass.org • Website: www.njturfgrass.org 2018 Board of Directors Dave Schell, President Rob Johnson, Vice President Matt Lindner, Secretary Matt Sweatlock, Treasurer Cece Peabody, MAT, CMP, Executive Director Dennis DeSanctis Jr, Foundation President Shaun Barry, Golf Classic Chair Jason Osterhoudt, Director Jack Higgins, Director Mike Reed, Director Mike Brunelle, Director Craig Tolley, Director Tracy Wadhams, Director Dr. Karen Plumley, Director Jeff Weld, Director Chris Carson, Expo Chairman Dr. Bruce Clarke, Advisor Dr. Jim Murphy, Advisor