Issue 1 • 2019 | VOL 99 Join Us to Celebrate the 24th Annual Rutgers Turfgrass Research Golf Classic, Monday, May 6, 2019 Contents Issue 1 2019 • Volume 99 Features In each issue 6 Rutgers Turfgrass Golf Classic Preview Patron Directory 3 7 NJ Legislative Update President’s Message our Executive irector 4 8 The Value of a Good Reputation embership pplication 2 9 Green Expo Snapshots Save the ates 2 2 11 What Did 2018 Expo Mean for You? Rutgers Extension oard of irectors ces 2 2 12 Turf Tips & Funding Advancements Photos in issue Courtesy of 14 Golf Classic Registration Brochure Shaun Barry and Matt Sweatlock. 16 Mark Kuhns, CGCS, Receives GCSANJ DSA Thanks to our Industry Partners 17 AmazonSmile Supports NJTF for promoting in this issue. 19 Rutgers Turfgrass Symposium 2019 • Aquatrols • BASF • DLF Pickseed USA • Double ‘D’ Turf • Landmark Turf & Native Seed • Syngenta • TriMax Mowing Systems www.njturfgrass.org Clippings | Issue 1 • 2019 2 2019 PATRON DIRECTORY AQUATROLS MOUNTAIN VIEW SEEDS Joe Gillespie Troy Kuenzi 2 Imperial ay Sunnyview Road NE Paulsboro, NJ Salem R Ph ( ) - x jgillespie aquatrols.com Ph ( ) - troy mtviewseeds.com BASF PBI GORDON avid Schell John iblishauser Pleasantville Road, East Glenside venue Forest Hill, 2 Glenside, P Ph ( ) - 2 avid.Schell basf.com Ph ( ) - jwiblishauser pbigordon.com BAYER PROSEEDS MARKETING, INC & ALLIANCE SEED Je rey eld JP Olsen, Henry Lesinski Schofield Road estside n S est ilford, NJ Je erson R 2 Ph ( ) - je .weld bayer.com Ph ( ) 2 - jolson proseeds.net henry allianceseedco.com DLF PICKSEED USA Je Sturgeon SCOTTS MIRACLE-GRO Highway E Eric Nelson Tangent R Sco slawn Road Ph ( ) - jsturgeon dlfna.com arysville H Ph ( )2 -2 eric.nelson sco s.com DOUBLE ‘D’ TURF ennis eSanctis Jr. SITEONE LANDSCAPE SUPPLY ergen ills Road verloo rive onroe Township, NJ Gra on, H Ph ( 2) - Fx ( 2) - Ph ( ) - dennisjr doubledturf.com www. ouble Turf.com eration Services STORR TRACTOR COMPANY en Indy GRASS ROOTS INC. Highway 22 East Ken and Keith Kubik ranchburg NJ P ox Ph ( ) 22- indy storrtractor.com t. Freedom, NJ Ph ( ) 2 2- SYNGENTA eith. ubi griturf.com en. ubi griturf.com Lee Kozsey mherst ourt LANDMARK TURF & NATIVE SEED ethlehem, P 2 - John Brader Ph (2 ) - ee. ozsey syngenta.com S. Hayford Road Spo ane, 22 TRIMAX MOWING SYSTEMS Ph ( )2 - ell ( ) 2-2 22 olly Rowlandson john turfandnativeseed.com Uniform Road Gri n, G 22 LEBANON TURF Ph ( ) 2- 2 East umberland Street molly.rowlandson trimaxmowers.com ebanon P 2 Ph ( )2 - Thanks for your support! LEVITT’S LLC arry evi , ennis Smith If any of your information 2 Edwards Road has changed Parsippany, NJ Ph ( ) 22 - 2 Fx ( ) 22 - or needs updating, barry levi sllc.com dennis levi sllc.com email execdirector@njturfgrass.org. 3 Clippings | Issue 1 • 2019 www.njturfgrass.org President’s Message: DAVE SCHELL David Schell NJTA President Greetings and Happy New Year on behalf of the New Jersey Turfgrass Associa Associa- tion Board of Directors. I want to thank CONGRATULATIONS TO all of our members for your confidence THE 2018 NJTA in re-electing me President. I am again honored and humbled to continue a great AWARD WINNERS tradition of success in the NJTA. 5 On behalf of the Board of Directors, I would like to thank everyone who attended the Green Expo in December and helped to make this year’s conference another great suc- HALL OF FAME cess. We look forward to seeing you December 10-12, 2019. Please note that this is a week later due to Thanks- Dr. Michael Agnew giving falling on November 28th. Syngenta Presented annually to a person in recognition of a As we prepare for the upcoming 2019 season, we can all continuing lifetime commitment of dedication, service and reflect on the crazy 2018 year where much more rain fell achievements contributing to the advancement of the than normal in the entire region. Many areas experienced turfgrass industry in New Jersey. record rainfall for one year. Having said that, 2019 will be challenging. Turf roots have just not had enough time to grow this past fall, and we just experienced bone-chilling MEMBER OF THE YEAR cold temperatures which aren’t helping. Utilize your peer networks to learn, teach, and collaborate on best practices Tracy Wadhams to jump start your turf season. Be open to new ideas be- Presented by the New Jersey Turfgrass Association in recogni- tion of unsurpassed dedication and commitment to NJTA. This cause you never know what may help you to move forward award was established in 2005. in successfully managing your turf. The New Jersey Turfgrass Association hopes you have been reading and enjoying the monthly turf tips and RECOGNITION Rutgers turfgrass funding highlights. We have offered them for great information and as a great benefit for your Ronald Bara NJTA membership. Without you, our members, these cru- Rutgers University cial funding objectives could not be met. So please, share Presented by the NJTA in recognition of outstanding effort your feedback on both. and accomplishment in pursuit of better turf, thereby contributing to the beautification of facilities, a greener world, On behalf of the BOD, I thank you for your continued and a more attractive environment. support as a NJTA member. Here’s to a very successful 2019 season! If you are interested in being involved on the Board, please let a Director know. ENVIRONMENTAL We hope to see you in May at the Rutgers Golf Classic. STEWARDSHIP Slyway Golf Course Jersey City, NJ Presented by the NJTA to a person or organization in recognition of a continuing commitment to environmental Dave Schell preservation and conservation. NJTA President www.njturfgrass.org Clippings | Issue 1 • 2019 4 W a n t t o B u i l d Yo u r Your Executive Director In f l u e n ce ? Cece Peabody, MAT, CMP G aining influence can help you work together more ef- fectively, can make you more respected and appreciated, Focus on Actions: Speak through your actions, or have the actions and history to back up whatever it is you’re saying. and can make what you say more likely to be heard and Working hard and getting good results shows people that acknowledged. you’re able to ‘walk the walk’. Show instead of tell. Influence means to affect or change someone or something Listen to Others: Influence is a two-way street. Listen to in an indirect but usually important way. everyone’s opinion, and encourage people to speak up, especially if they don’t often voice their opinions. Take time to respect and acknowledge everybody’s opinion, and Here are a few tips you could use to build your influence: let people know that you value them. Build Trust: If you want a healthy and influential working relationship, develop trust. The easiest way to do that is to Influence is an extraordinary asset be open and honest, no matter what. State your opinions, that we all have. share your apprehensions, and don’t keep secrets. Each of us can and do influence Be Reliable and Consistent: If you complete your work others, but we can always efficiently and on time day after day, people will come to get better at building our influence. rely on you. Consistency is vital for building influence. If you aren’t consistent, people won’t know whether to trust or dispute your suggestions. If you are consistent, people Do you have an article that will trust that your ideas are reliable. would be great to share with other NJTA members about the turfgrass industry? Be Assertive, Not Aggressive: There’s a difference be- tween being assertive and being aggressive. Share your We would love to include a bio about you thoughts and ideas with a high degree of confidence. Be- and your company. We would love to hear ing assertive, as long as you truly believe in what you’re what’s important to you. saying, is a way to earn the ability to influence others. Please consider connecting, sharing and Be Flexible: While flexibility seems like it conflicts with sending your ideas, your thoughts, being assertive, being too strong in your beliefs will work your perspectives and your articles. against you, and you’ll be seen as stubborn. This minimiz- Tell Us What You Think. es the respect people have for you, and compromises your overall influence. Be strong in your beliefs when someone Email them to: execdirector@njturfgrass.org contradicts you, but be flexible and try to find a mutually Cece Peabody, Executive Director acceptable solution. When people believe you are flexible, Thanks in advance! they’ll be more likely to listen to you even if they’re stub- born themselves. Be Personal: A little personality goes a long way, especial- ly when you’re trying to build influence. Go out of your way to have personal exchanges with others. If people see you as another person on the team, they’ll be more recep- tive when you share your ideas or opinions. 5 Clippings | Issue 1 • 2019 www.njturfgrass.org Rutgers Turfgrass Research GOLF Classic by Shaun Barry, Golf Classic Chair S ince 1996, the Rutgers Turfgrass Re- search Golf Classic has brought together peo- These Premier Sponsors have supported the Classic since its inception at many different lev- els. Some started as foursomes while others were Par, Birdie or Eagle Sponsors. The key ple from every unique part of the turfgrass in- takeaway is that they recognized the value of the dustry. In its first years, Storr Tractor/Toro and Golf Classic and how it supports the cutting edge Syngenta were the key Premier Sponsors. Dr. turfgrass research being conducted at Rutgers Bruce Clarke asked for their support and they and the Center for Turfgrass Science. responded. Bayer and BASF recognized the benefits emanating from the Rutgers Turfgrass A-LIST has sponsored the Grand Reception Program and soon added their names to the list since this level of sponsorship became avail- of Premier Sponsors. Grass Roots was the first able. They commit as a sponsor for the following distributor to move up to Premier status and they year immediately at the conclusion of each cur- have been followed by SiteOne. The support rent Classic. They are joined from the industry is strong and by our Eagle, Birdie and Par it continues to grow at a nice sponsors. We have added pace with PBI Gordon becom- an opportunity this year for ing a Premier Sponsor in 2018. Lunch and Breakfast and as always Hole Sponsors are When Dr. Bill Meyer left private very important to a success- industry to work with Dr. Reed ful Classic. Funk, things changed dramati- cally for the Classic. These two In 2018, 368 players signed scientists were the leading turf- up to enjoy golf while meet- grass breeders in the world and ing old friends, current and every seed company wanted to future customers and scien- work with them. Bill and Reed tists from Rutgers. The Silent made a great team but Bill is Auction had over 125 items listed with something naturally more gregarious and asking seed com- for everyone. panies to support the Classic was easy for him. It was easy to ask because he knew that any There is no other turfgrass fundraiser like this in money that the Classic raised would go directly the world! It is the largest and since it is run by back into turfgrass research to help all turfgrass a committee of volunteers, the profits go back managers. Bill now teams with Dr. Stacy Bonos to the Rutgers where they are used to solve the and future support from the seed industry looks problems that each year brings. to continue unabated. Please consider being a part of the Within two years of Bill joining the staff at Rutgers, Rutgers Turfgrass Research Golf the seed companies got involved and the Classic Classic in any way that you can. almost doubled in size. Lebanon Turf, Mountain View Seeds and Scotts Miracle Gro committed to becoming Premiers and have been followed It will be held at Fiddler’s Elbow by Landmark Turf & Native Seed. ProSeeds Country Club on Monday, May 6, 2019. Marketing and Alliance Seed joined together Remember that your support will help as a Premier and so did DLF/ Pickseed/ Seed the Center for Turfgrass Science Research of Oregon. help you. www.njturfgrass.org Clippings | Issue 1 • 2019 6 NJ Legislative Update by Matt Lindner, Legislative Chair A-3814 llows eligible landscape operators to ma e ith the new year and new legislative personnel, certain purchases of certain materials and supplies with- some old and new proposed bills are wor ing their way out payment of sales and use tax. into 2 . Those bills are A-3968/S-665 Prohibits snowplow or de-icing service A-15 Raises, over time, hourly minimum wage to contract from indemnifying promise against liability for . . loss or damage in certain instances. A-1444/S-1809 The Safe Playing Fields ct restricts A-4460/S-3086 Prohibits sale, distribution, or propaga- use of lawn care pesticides at child care centers and cer- tion of certain invasive plant species without permit from tain schools, playgrounds, and recreational fields. epartment of griculture. - 2 S- oncerns endangered plant species in NJ. A-1676 Establishes certain requirements for a State entity planting vegetation in certain circumstances A-4562/S-2288 irects EP to classify neonicotinoid provides for preferences for NJ businesses providing such pesticides as restricted use pesticides. vegetation. AJR-80 Taliaferro (D3) — Establishes “Healthy Pollinators A-2558/S-2505 egetation anagement Response Tas Force. ct concerns vegetation management related to elec- tric public utility infrastructure. SJR-42 Van Drew (D1) Honors th anniversary of NJ Nursery and andscape ssociation. A-2874 Requires use of uniform silver ags to mar certain pesticide applications. ou need to be informed about proposed legislative is- sues that could a ect out turf industry in NJ. If you want more information on the status of each and all pending A-3496/S-1810 Prohibits use of chlorpyrifos insecti- legislature, go to GovNetNJ.com to review not only those cide. issues pertaining to the turf industry, but all proposed legislated bills proposed or pending. TURFGR ASS SERVICES Double ‘D’ Turf offers a variety of turfgrass cultivation services with experienced operators and quality equipment. Drill and Fill • Deep Drill • Deep Tine • Verti-Quake • Traditional Aeration Root Pruning • Top Dressing • Verti-Cutting JRM DISTRIBUTOR Dennis DeSanctis, Jr. 732-580-5516 DoubleDTurf.com Dennis DeSanctis, Sr. 732-241-7378 www.njturfgrass.org Clippings | Issue 1 • 2019 7 The Value of a Good Reputation The task of building a great reputation is as tough as land- scape work itself. But the payoff for the effort can be spec- tacularly good. It doesn’t show up on your company balance sheet. You can’t list it along with cash on hand or equipment owned when applying for a loan. Yet while it has no tangible value, your company’s reputation is by far its most valu- able asset. Because, over time, having no reputation or a substandard reputation equals no business or a substandard business — and substandard profits. A great reputation becomes a profit center for your busi- ness. Bids that aren’t negotiated down. Contracts that are Great reputations aren’t made overnight, nor easily. A quickly renewed. Time and again, strong reputations insert reputation is the summation of everything you’ve said, themselves into consideration at the very moments when done, delivered, performed, guaranteed and served to your deals are being struck and business is getting done. Over clients month after month, year after year and on those time, you may gain a 2, 3 or even a 5 percent pricing ad- special occasions when they really needed you to come vantage over your competitors. Do the math on that over through for them. an entire career! Sometimes, great reputations are earned virtually over- We might, over time, become complacent and start taking night like when you respond to a service call on a holiday our reputations for granted. Caution is advised. Remem- weekend. The client’s main line is broken at the entry to his ber, your first few years in the industry when you were the project site and water is gushing everywhere. new guy going up against the established proven guy? You don’t want to go back to that. In 30 minutes, you’re there, and bam! problem solved. Or a client adds substantial change orders to a model site the More than any other asset you have, a great reputation is day before the grand opening. You slam everything in un- the most fragile of all. It’s taken years to build, but it can der the lights, and the next morning, everything is perfect, be crushed in an instant. All it takes is one grossly negli- just as though magical elves waved their wands and poof! gent accident on a job site; or an abusively high- priced it was accomplished. bid discovered through a competitive bidding process; or a job- site lie brought to light; or a blown deadline when More often, great reputations are earned steadily, built up your client put his faith in you; or consistently late or in- bid by bid, visit by visit, job by job. You become the one complete documentation. that’s known as “the steady guy” — the guy who always, without fail, keeps the grass green, the flowers bright and It seems that on top of everything else we do, successful the weeds controlled. You’re the guy who never misses a landscapers have to be hypervigilant guardians of their deadline for anything, who communicates well and at all reputations, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days the appropriate moments. And over time, because of all a year. That seems harsh, but it’s what we signed up for this, you’ve become the trusted source, the go- to MVP, the when we grabbed our first hacksaw or the handles of our one that clients would bet their lives on. first mower and expected to build a profitable, durable name for ourselves and our companies. Having a great reputation means you often win bids at bet- ter margins than your competition because your loyal cli- The task of building a great reputation is as tough as land- ents know that going cheaper just isn’t worth the risk. Just scape work itself. But the payoff for the effort can be spec- as there are all sorts of different cars at different price points tacularly good. for different types of car buyers, so is it with landscap- ers. Your great reputation makes you the Volvo of safety, Reprinted from Irrigation & Green Industy, Jan 2019 the Ford F-150 of dependability, the Ferrari of speediness. Written by Gary Horton, MBA, CEO of Landscape Develop- Your clients understand that, and they’re willing to pay a ment Inc. . He can be reached at bit more to get your high level of service and quality. ghorton@landscapedevelopment.com. www.njturfgrass.org Clippings | Issue 1 • 2019 8 GREEN EXPO 2018 SNAP SHOTS www.njturfgrass.org 9 Clippings | Issue 1 • 2019 More GREEN EXPO 2018 SNAP SHOTS www.njturfgrass.org Clippings | Issue 1 • 2019 10 What Did 2018 Expo Mean for You?by Chris Carson, Green Expo Chairman A s I roamed the halls and classrooms at Expo during the first week of De- Others come to Expo with a specific goal in mind: some to attain the recertification credits needed to maintain their licenses, some to speak cember at the Borgata Hotel in Atlantic with one of our featured speakers, and others to City, I tried to engage as many people as go out to dinner or share a drink with industry possible to ask them two simple ques- leaders who might provide insight or direction to tions: “Are you having a good time?” their professional careers. It was clear to me that and “What does Expo mean to you?” I there was a lot of networking going on at Expo. was fascinated by the diversity of the responses, and I’d like to share a few of Did you know that your NJTA Board uses our them with you. conference as a chance to leverage our gather- ing to engage in an all-day strategic planning meeting on For many, education was their main concern, and I heard Monday of Expo week? These meetings have taken place a lot of positive comments about the quality of our speak- yearly since 2005, and have yielded many strategic initia- ers and how immediately useable was the content attend- tives that have subsequently been achieved. If, as member of ees were receiving. The Education Committee is pleased the NJ Turfgrass Association, you ever wonder how we’ve when we get such high marks on our choices, as we al- achieved so much over the years, then I think you need look ways try to make the program better every year, to raise no further than the willingness –the strong desire, in fact- for the bar. You might be interested to know that by the time Board members to contribute their time, effort and talent to you read this article, the 25 members of the Education this strategic meeting, and then to work hard throughout the Committee will have met twice already, preparing for our year to achieve the goals we set at Expo. I will add that we next show! would love to hear from any member who has an idea for our growth, a suggestion for improvement, or a desire to join For many attendees, the quality and breadth of the so- the team of friends who make up our board. I assure you that cial opportunities was the highlight. The extensive free your input is welcome. food and drink on the Trade Show floor, for example, was pointed out by dozens of the people I spoke with, and the The many business partners who make our show possible Grass Roots Mix ‘n Mingle was a hit as always. New had a lot to say as well. On the trade show floor, traffic at to the show and appreciated too, were socials provided booths was heavy and sustained, which is both appreciated by our new partners, the NJ Landscape Contractors As- and supported by them. It is no accident that Expo provides sociation and the Rutgers Office of Continuing Profes- what so many conferences across the country do not, free sional Education, and it was great to see people getting to food and beverages and a party atmosphere on the show know each other or renew acquaintances at these events. floor. Doing so pleases our trade show partners, and encour- There’s really nothing like being able to exchange ideas ages them to contribute to the costs needed to make that hap- with other turf professionals in a relaxed social setting, pen. where there is no pressure to be anything other than what we all are: turfgrass professionals. For the golf group, the And when I and the rest of the board visited with the many GCSANJ social was their highlight, and it was great to sponsors who have gone above and beyond with extraordi- see so many people enjoying the “party at the pool” at nary support of our efforts, we make sure to thank them for the Water Club. their generosity. In return, we were pleased to hear that they think they get a lot of value in return, that Expo is a great I find that many of the best ideas I get at Expo come from show worth supporting, and that NJTA can count on them in random meetings in the hallways or over lunch, and a the years to come. number of you mentioned the same thing to me. One at- tendee pointed out that though these chance moments I’d love to hear from attendees who have comments to of- might seem random, in fact they were made possible by fer, as we are deep into the planning for Expo 2019. If you the conference itself. She went on to say that there are a have a suggestion or wish to offer a comment, then please number of people who dismiss the idea of conferences, do so by emailing me at echolakecc@aol.com. From new claiming that it is a “waste of time and resources,” but ideas come new initiatives, and the Expo Committee will this woman told me that “meetings mean business,” and absolutely add your idea to the mix. that attending, for her, was an important part of her yearly calendar. “I won’t miss it because I like the people, I like I look forward to hearing from you soon, and to see you at the information I receive, I get to share my ideas with our Golf Classic, the Rutgers Field Days, and at Expo 2019. others who are passionate about turf, and I have a great time as well!” 11 Clippings | Issue 1 • 2019 www.njturfgrass.org We hope you are enjoying our new email campaigns of Turf Tips and Funding Advancements. The campaigns are meant to increase the value of your membership and highlight your sup- port of NJTA’s mission statement. The Turf Tips are timely advice from NJTA members that makes you think about things from a different point of view. We all get tied up with our jobs and may tend to forget things. We hope these Turf Tips are helpful to you. If you have a Tip that you would like to share, please contact us. For the past 48 years, the NJTA has supported the NJ green industry and Rutgers University. In 1991 The New Jersey Turfgrass Foundation was founded to procure and manage funds to support Research Grants, Award Scholarships to Undergraduate/Graduate students, and donate equipment and supplies. The Funding Advancements campaign is meant to highlight your support over the years. The funds raised from The Rutgers Turfgrass Research Clas- sic, RU Field Days, NJ Green Expo and Silent Auctions are the reasons why The Rutgers Center for Turfgrass Science is considered one of the best in the world. Your support results in tangible and valuable research that makes our industry stronger every year. Members of the New Jersey Turfgrass Association should be proud! 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All rights reserved. www.njturfgrass.org Clippings | Issue 1 • 2019 12 www.njturfgrass.org Clippings | Issue 1 • 2019 13 14 Rutgers Re se arch Golf Classic Event Monday, May 6, 2019 Monday, May 6, 2019 Rutgers University and the New Jersey Turfgrass Foundation represent a formidable alliance in support of the Turfgrass Industry in the State of New Jersey 24th ANNUAL and across the country. The Foundation is a non-profit organization which accepts and manages tax-deductible monetary donations and the proceeds from events such as this Golf Classic. Proceeds from the Rutgers Turfgrass Research Golf Classic have been used to RUTGERS TURFGRASS RESEARCH provide Research Grants, Scholarships, Equipment, and Funds for Special Projects (e.g., Steve Hart Pavilion, Turfgrass Economic Survey) and new research greens & GOLF CLASSIC upgraded irrigation and drainage at Hort Farm 2. Clippings | Issue 1 • 2019 SCHEDULE OF THE DAY Fiddler’s Elbow Country Club 8:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Registration 8:30 a.m - 9:30 a.m. Breakfast for All 811 Rattlesnake Bridge Road , Bedminster, NJ 07921 & Driving Range Open 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Silent Auction Hours Join Us to Celebrate! 11:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. Golf Shotgun - Scramble format Rutgers University Adelphia Farm, Freehold, NJ (Be on Carts by 10:45 AM) Lunch on the Course THANKS 2018 PREMIER SPONSORS 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Grand Reception on Patio 4:30 p.m. Silent Auction Closes 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Golf Awards & Announcements Thanks to the 2018 Premier Sponsors! We are proud to thank these 2018 Premier Sponsors of the Twenty-third Annual Rutgers Turfgrass Research Golf Classic: BASF • BAYER DLF Pickseed USA (DLF, Pickseed, Seed Research of Oregon) Grass Roots • Landmark Turf & Native Seed Lebanon Turf • MountainView Seeds PBI Gordon Corp. • ProSeeds Marketing & Alliance Seed Scotts Miracle-Gro • SiteOne Landscape Supply Storr Tractor Company & Toro • Syngenta POST & FOLLOW: #RUGolfClassic New Jersey Turfgrass Foundation w 25 US Highway 46 West, Wayne NJ 07470 @ Fiddler’s Elbow Country Club • 811 Rattlesnake Bridge Road, Bedminster, NJ 07921 NJTF Tax ID: 22-3270805 • Ph: (973) 812-6467 w Fax: (973) 812-6529 w www.njturfgrass.org Register online: www.njturfgrass.org • Phone: 973.812.6467 Hosted by the NEW JERSEY TURFGRASS FOUNDATION www.njturfgrass.org RUTGERS Golf Classic Sponsor pportunities hat’s ncluded RUTGERS Golf Classic Registration Form pril 1 th eadline COMPANY____________________________________________ Fax ( ) 2. 2 to NJTF ffice. nline www.njturfgrass.org Ph ( ) 2. ar our Selection dd Reception Names Send to NJTF ce P N PREMIER, EAGLE, BIRDIE, AND PAR SPONSORS & GOLFERS Receive: Green Fees & Golf Cart • Breakfast • Lunch on Course • Grand Reception • Attendee Gi • Silent Auction NT T q PREMIER @ $7,500* RESS •THREE (3) FOURSOMES • New usiness Partner embership for embers - ontact ce Recognition on NJT website media releases isplay Product literature and Samples at event IT , ST TE, IP omplimentary 2 Pg ds in Clippings Magazine ompany Name on Sponsor anner & Signage ne Room Upgrade to Suite at 2 Green Expo isting on Sponsor Sign at Grand Reception PH NE F Tee or Green Sign - each course. 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Signage Recognition Tee or Green Sign isting on Sponsor Sign at Grand Reception Two (2) dditionall GR N RE EPTI N Tic ets RE EPTI N Name Name 2 PAYMENT: Make Checks Payable to: NJTF (New Jersey Turfgrass Foundation) MAIL to: NJTF, 25 US Hwy 46 , ayne NJ 07470-6801 • q BREAKFAST @ $1,500 Sign Up ONLINE: www.n turfgrass.org • NJTF Tax I 22- 2 Signage Recognition Tee or Green Sign isting on Sponsor Sign at Entrance to Grand Reception ne ( ) dditional GR N RE EPTI N Tic et -- RE EPTI N Name mount Enclosed hec isa astercard E q HOLE @ $500 Clippings | Issue 1 • 2019 Signage ne ( ) Tic et to GR N RE EPTI N -- RE EPTI N Name_______________________________ Name on ard q GOLF COURSE RESEARCH @ $200 Signage Recognition ard Number Security ode Expiration ate q GRAND RECEPTION only: q1 @ 100 q 2 @ 200 q 3 @ 300 Complete form and send to: NJTF, 25 US Hwy 46 , ayne NJ 07470 illing ddress 15 Register Online: www.n turfgrass.org • DEADLINE to Register - April 15, 2019 Signature Mark Kuhns, CGCS, is Chosen for the 2018 GCSANJ Distinguished Service Award (DSA) By Shaun Barry The Distinguished Service Award is the highest honor any GC- SANJ member can receive. It’s first winner was Al Radko from the USGA Green Section in 1986. Since then this award has been presented every year. Many of these names are not familiar to some of our current members but each winner was chosen because of a lifetime of service to the GCSANJ and the turfgrass industry. We have all gotten to know Mark in his position of Director of Grounds at Baltusrol for the last 20 years. I won’t include every thing that he has done since he started working on a golf course and professionalism. when he was 8 years old. I will just present a partial list of some • Host course for the 2017 Can/Am Cup of his highlights. • Hosted Rutgers Turfgrass students and instructors every year since 2012. • Past president of the Mountains & Valley GCSA. • Supports the Rutgers Turfgrass Field days every year by bring- • Past Trustee of the GCSAA Environmental Institute ing his entire staff of interns. • Former member of of Penn State University Agronomy Advi- • Hosted the GCSANJ Hospitality Suite at 2005 and 2016 Na- sory Council tional PGA Championships. • Served on the O.J. Noer Foundation BODs. • Past GCSAA President. • Member of the Tri-State Turfgrass Research Foundation • Past Director of the PA Turfgrass Council. As you can see, Mark has always been active wherever he has • GCSAA Chairman For Student Relations Committee. been. He has worked in PA and NJ supporting their associations. • GCSANJ representative to NJGIC He supports Turfgrass Research anywhere because it will help ev- • Current president of NJGIC eryone. He was recognized with the 2016 PA Turfgrass DSA and • Hosted 2 PGAs, 1 USGA Amateur and 1 USGA Junior Amateur now is our GCSANJ DSA winner. at Baltusrol. • Hosted 2 US Open Championships. The committee chose wisely because Mark has dedicated his In 1993 he brought 5 staff members from Oakmont to rake bun- working life to improving the status of all who work in our in- kers for the US Open. He and his staff members raked bunkers the dustry. His name being added to this list continues the tradition of entire week to help Joe Flaherty. Joe never forgot his generosity honoring great service. Plays well with others. 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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 1 • 2019 20 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 21 Clippings | Issue 1 • 2019 www.njturfgrass.org Meet the NJTA Board of Directors David Schell Rob Johnson Matt Lindner Matthew Sweatlock President Vice President Secretary Treasurer BASF Fisher & Son SavATree Cedar Park Cemetery Dennis DeSanctis Jr. Shaun Barry Jack Higgins Michael Reed Foundation Golf Classic Director Director President Chair EarthWorks SynaTek Double ‘D’ Turf Jason Osterhoudt Dr. Karen Plumley Craig Tolley Jeff Weld Director Golf Classic Director Director Metuchen Golf & Co-Chair County College BAYER Country Club of Morris Tracy Wadhams Chris Sherrington Michael Brunelle Chris Carson Field Days Chair Director Director Expo Chair Traywood LLC Lawn Doctor Upper Montclair Echo Lake Country Club Country Club Cece Peabody, MAT, CMP Dr. Bruce Clarke Dr. James Murphy Executive Director Advisor Advisor NJTA/NJTF Rutgers University Rutgers University www.njturfgrass.org Clippings | Issue 1 • 2019 22 Rutgers Extension 2019 Events Offices & Numbers R E of tlantic ounty ( ) 2 - Rutgers Turfgrass Research R E of ergen ounty (2 ) - GOLF CLASSIC R E of urlington ounty ( )2 - Monday, May 6, 2019 R E of amden ounty ( )2 - Fiddler’s Elbow Country Club Bedminster, NJ R E of ape ay ounty ( ) - R E of umberland ounty ( ) -2 ----- R E of Essex ounty ( ) 22 -22 Rutgers Turfgrass Research R E of Gloucester ounty ( ) - FIELD DAYS R E of Hudson ounty (2 ) - Tuesday, July 30, 2019 R E of Hunterdon ounty ( ) - Hort Farm 2, New Brunswick, NJ Golf & Fine Turf R E of ercer ounty ( ) - R E of iddlesex ounty ( 2) - 2 Wednesday, July 31, 2019 R E of onmouth ounty ( 2) - 2 Adelphia Farm, Freehold, NJ Lawn, Landscape, and R E of orris ounty ( )2 - Sports Fields R E of cean ounty ( 2) - 2 R E of Passaic ounty ( ) - ------------ R E of Salem ounty ( ) - GREEN EXPO R E of Somerset ounty ( ) 2 - 2 Turf & Landscape Conference R E of Sussex ounty ( ) - December 10-12, 2019 Borgata Hotel, Atlantic City, NJ R E of Union ounty ( ) - R E of arren ounty ( ) - Note: Thanksgiving is November 28, later in the month. There’s always a week Please notify the NJTA office if any of the between Thanksgiving and Green Expo. above numbers have changed. Thank you. 973-812-6467 • execdirector@njturfgrass.org www.njturfgrass.org Clippings | Issue 1 • 2019 23 First Class Mail PRESORT U.S. Postage PAID Wayne, NJ Permit #347 New Jersey Turfgrass Association 2 US Highway ayne, NJ - Phone ( ) 2- Fax ( ) 2- 2 execdirector njturfgrass.org www.njturfgrass.org 2019 Board of Directors ave Schell, President Rob Johnson, Vice President a indner, Secretary a Sweatloc , Treasurer ece Peabody, T, P, Executive irector ennis eSanctis Jr, Foundation President Shaun arry, Golf lassic hair Mike Brunelle, Director hris arson, Expo hairman Jack Higgins, Director Jason Osterhoudt, Director r. aren Plumley, irector Mike Reed, Director hris Sherrington, irector raig Tolley, irector Tracy adhams, irector Je eld, irector r. ruce lar e, dvisor r. Jim urphy, dvisor