Jan./Feb 1988

Published by the Metropolitan Golf Course Superintendent Association

Volume XVIII, No.

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Met GCSA Winter Seminar A Huge Success!
Gregg Stanley

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Those who battled icy roads and
inclement weather to attend the Winter
Seminar on January 13th at Brae Burn
Country Club heard the latest informa­
tion on many aspects of pesticide usage.
The theme for this year’s seminar was:
Pesticides, The Environment and You.
The six speakers covered many important
issues that all managers of high quality
turf must face in today’s climate of envir­
onmental concern.
Dr. Martin Petrovic of Cornell Univer­
sity opened the seminar with a speech
entitled “Movement of Pesticides in the
Soil”. Dr. Petrovic mentioned factors
that increase or decrease pesticide leach­
ing, sources of water threats, diseases
which are related to water contamination,
the fate of nitrogen in soils, and the sour­
ces of nitrates. According to Dr. Petrovic,
although currently there is little research
data about the movement of pesticides
through soils in turfgrass applications,
the few experiments that have been con­
ducted have produced encouraging
results.
It seems as though there is far less
leaching of pesticides, fertilizers, etc.
through the turfgrass soils compared to
row crop agriculture. Many experiments
are either planned or already under way
and most researchers agree that the resul­
tant data will support our industry’s con­
tention that golf courses do not pollute
the environment, and in fact, preserve it.
The next topic, “Callibration Tech­
niques” was covered by Joe Betulius of
ChemFarm, Inc., Mr. Betulius emphas­
ized that with the ever increasing pressure
from environmental groups, pesticide
applications must be precise. We as pro­
fessional turf managers must “prescrip-

Assistant Property Manager
Wood way Country Club
tion” apply pesticides. In order to ensure
proper application, Mr. Betulius stated
that the mixture needs to be fed evenly to
each nozzle through hoses of the same
length, use skids or wheels on the end of
the spray boom to prevent streaking,
foamers or dyes should be used to ensure
proper overlap and also stressed the
importance of accurate spray boom con­
trols and gauges.
The last speaker of the morning ses­
sion, Ms. Vonnie Estes of Agri-Diag­
n o stics A sso c ia tio n in fo rm ed the
audience of new developments in “Dis­
ease Control Through Bio-technology”.
Ms. Estes mentioned the disease detec­
tion kits now available for pythium, dol­
lar spot and brown patch. These kits
detect disease before full symptoms
develop and results are provided within
one day. Some advantages in using these
kits include: a possible reduction in
am ount of treatm ents, rapid disease
detection prior to full development, help
in knowing when to begin and end your
spray program, knowing when to re­
apply a fungicide and also possibly help­
ing to decide which fungicide to apply.
Ms. Estes emphasizes that with liability
problems and re-entry restrictions, accu­
rate and rapid disease detection is becom­
ing increasingly important. Agri-Diag­
nostics plans to develop detection kits for
more diseases and shorten the amount of
time in the detection process.
The first speaker in the afternoon ses­
sion was Dr. Barbara Sullivan of the
W estchester County D epartm ent of
Health. In her talk entitled “Employee
Exposure and Testing”. Dr. Sullivan
reviewed the most common types of
exposure to our employees and the need

for periodic testing to detect any prob­
lems before they become chronic. We
were also reminded of the need for Mate­
rial Safety Data Sheets of all pesticides in
our storage building to be on file so that
we can quickly get information in case of
an emergency.
The next speaker, Gary Watschke of
the U.S.G.A., Green Section covered
“Pesticide Storage and Disposal”. As the
most exposure to a concentrated pesticide
occurs during mixing, Gary also provided
us with many guidelines for safe mixing
and handling. In regards to laundering of
clothes worn during a pesticide applica­
tion, Mr. Watschke says that in addition
to protective coveralls, the employees’
clothes should be washed separately, in
very hot water with liquid detergent. Line
drying is recommended to prevent con­
tamination of the dryer. After washing
the clothes, it is recommended to run an
empty cycle to clean the inside of the
washing machine so the next load of
clothes is not contaminated. (Editor’s
note: Mr. Watschke also mentioned that
the employer should clean the contami­
nated clothes so that the employees
machines are not contaminated. With the
new clause in the union contract which
states that whenever the club requires
employees to wear special uniforms, such
uniforms shall be supplied and laundered
at the expense of the club, isn’t it time for
us to stop sending people home with con­
taminated clothes and begin to clean
them on the premises).

continued on page 4

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State of the Association Address

Presidential Message

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

President

Scott Niven, CGCS
Stanwich C

Vice-President

Lawrence Pakkala, CGCS
Woodway CC

Secretary

Timothy O’Neill
CC o f Darien

Treasurer

Joseph Alonzi, CGCS
Fenway GC

Past President

Patrick Lucas, CGCS
Innis Arden GC

John Carlone
Middle Bay CC

Bert Dickinson
Westchester CC

Kenneth Flisek
Apawamis C

Anthony Grasso
Willow Ridge CC

Byron Johnson
Terre Co.

Timothy Moore
Knollwood CC

John Musto
Back O Beyond, Inc.

John O’Keefe
Preakness Hills CC

Jan Russo
Executive Secretary

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While listening to President Reagan’s “State of the Union Address” last month, 1
was prompted to also reflect on the current state of the Met GCS A. It quickly became
clear that as your new President, I will be taking the helm of what is now a very smooth
sailing ship. We have just passed through five years of change and rapid growth, which
has been accompanied by a few growing pains and a little controversy along the way.
However, the end result is that we have progressed significantly in the efficient
operation of this Association and the presentation of ourselves as professionals.
Special thanks are due to all those members who have served on the Board of
Directors or committees, and people like Pat Lucas, Peter Rappoccio and Chuck
Martineau who have helped lead us to the point where we are today. In a nutshell, the
state of the Met GCS A in 1988 looks something like this:
* We have a new Executive Secretary and Printer, both armed with computers to
efficiently handle all communications, clerical duties and documentation of our finan­
cial affairs.
* Our new directory, which is being republished for release this spring, is nicely
bound and provides a compendium of membership information.
* The Tee to Green newsletter has a new look and format which has helped to
increase its effectiveness as our primary communications media. Its advertising space
has also been sold out year after year, allowing us to realize a slight profit.
* Social events such as the Christmas Party, Summer Cruise and Picnic are well run,
very enjoyable and highly attended.
* A new Family Relations committee is being formed this winter which will help
Superintendent’s spouses and families to better understand our profession and con­
tribute towards a better image of Metropolitan Golf Course Superintendents.
* Scholarship and Research programs are well established, with this year’s Christ­
mas raffle raising more money than ever for scholarships, and the promise of signifi­
cant funds for research to be generated at our inaugural S & R Tourney scheduled for
this fall.
* Two very meaningful awards, The John Reid Award and the Sherwood A. Moore
Award, have been created to honor those individuals who have made outstanding
contributions to the golf industry in the Met area.
* We have an attractive new logo and a nice selection of accessories to help promote
and improve our image.
* A new Long Range Planning/ Steering Committee which consists soley of past
presidents, is a “goldmine of talent and experience,” and will act as a guiding force to
assure some continuity in the operation of association affairs.
* A new public Relations Committee is also in place and diligently working on
methods to help improve our image as viewed through the public eye.
* Excellent educational programs have been the norm at our monthly meetings and
winter seminar. These help to keep us abreast of changing technology and the latest
research developments.
* Our monthly golf events are running as smooth as ever, with a high level of
participation and evening meetings that have the feel of an amicable fraternal
gathering.
* Membership numbers are at an all time high and our financial position appears to
be very sound.
* Finally, another thing we have going for us, is our young and energetic Board of
Directors, who we can all count on to do an excellent job throughout their elected
terms.
What an opportune time to be elected as President! Yes, the state of the Met GCSA
is quite healthy at this time. However, I will not take this as a cue to rest on my
haunches for the next year or two. Instead, I will continue in the progressive fashion
which is common to the Met GCSA mode of operation. Also, if there’s one thing I’ve
learned over the past few years, it’s the importance of good communication between a
Board of Directors and its membership. With this in mind, I will strive to keep you
regularly informed of all Board of Directors activities. I am pleased and privileged to
serve as your President and will do my best to carry on the philosophies and essential
purpose established by this fine association.

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Have You Properly Winterized Your Equipment?
Jeff McDowell

Bruedan Corp.
One of the most frustrating Spring
annoyances a superintendent can encoun­
ter is equipment which won’t run properly
or at all. To head off many of the most
common problems, a winter storage ser­
vice should be performed.
The type of service you should perform
on a gasoline engine will depend on
whether you intend to use the unit during
the winter or not. For those units that will
be in service intermittently, a gasoline
stabilizer should be added to the fuel. The
stabilizer prevents carburetor varnishing
and partial plugging of carburetor jets.
These conditions in Spring could cause
lean engine running resulting in piston
seizure and engine failure. After adding
the stabilizer to the fuel it is suggested the
engine should be run for about ten min­
utes to ensure the stabilizer reaches the
carburetor.
For the gasoline vehicles which will be
stored for the winter, particularly in
unheated areas, it is best to remove the
fuel entirely. The fuel tank should be
drained, the fuel line cleaned, and the
engine run until it runs out of gas. Spark
plugs should then be removed, cleaned
and one ounce of engine oil added to each
cylinder. Replace the spark plug, but do
not connect the lead. Crank the engine
three or four times.
The engine oil should be changed
before storage to prevent sediments
which may be in suspension from settling
out in the engine.
The exterior of the engine should be
cleaned as well. Shrouds should be
removed as much as possible and foreign
matter removed from between fins.
Batteries should be removed from
electric start vehicles. They should be
cleaned, filled to the p roper level,
charged, and stored in a cool, not cold,
dry place.
Cooling systems should be flushed at
least every other season to loosen rust and
scale, and to dissolve grease, oil, and
sludge. The radiator should be refilled
with a 50/50 mixture of anti-freeze and
water.

Since the proper function of the air
intake system is so critical to a diesel
engine, one of the first services done on
diesels is to service the air cleaner. Many
diesel intake systems draw air in and
cause it to travel in a circular motion. The
centrifugal force of this action separates
up to 90% of foreign matter from intake
air. This foreign material is most often
found in the dust cup at one end of the
filter cylinder. This cup should be
removed and cleaned. The filter should be
inspected and replaced if necessary.
Though manufacturers instructions
may vary, John Deere manuals recom­
mend the addition of corrosion inhibitors
to the transmission as well as the fuel and
hydraulic systems. The unit should be
brought up to operating temperature and
the hydraulics and transmission operated
to ensure complete circulation of inhibi­
tor. Deere also suggests the addition of a
specific amount of corrosion inhibitor to
the intake manifold and crankcase, how­
ever, you should consult the operator’s
manual for your machine.
Before the engine cools, the oil and fil­
ter should be changed. Once the engine
has cooled, loosen the tension of fan and
power steering belts. All engine orifices
should be covered or plugged to prevent
dust, dirt, or rodent infiltration.
For the sake of machine appearance,
dash gauges should be covered with an
opaque material to prevent fading. Bare
metal should be painted or greased and
the unit covered if possible.
Hydraulic cylinders and implements
require some common sense preparation
for storage. Take the pressure off hydrau­
lic cylinders by blocking the implement or
lowering it to the ground. Work the con­
trol lever in all directions to be sure the
pressure is off. Grease implements by
removal or through fittings and coat
hydraulic cylinders lightly with oil. Spray
exposed seals with a rubber conditioner
to prevent drying. The exposed metal of
cutting units should be coated lightly with
oil and hydraulic lines plugged when cut­
ting units are removed to prevent con­
tamination.

One investment worth considering is a
hydraulic filtering system. This is nor­
mally a cart mounted unit which is con­
nected to the tractor’s hydraulic system
and through a complete circulation of
hydraulic fluid, more thoroughly cleans
it.
Though we all hope our equipment will
perform flawlessly in the Spring, I’m sure
such perfection will be limited to a few.
However, following some basic service
guidelines will make Spring just a little
easier to handle.
♦Note:

It is not recommended to use ether as a
starting aid for diesel engines as it can cause
an explosion in the intake manifold.

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Dr. Martin Petrovic, Cornell University

Dr. Barbara Sullivan, Westchester County
Department of Health

Joe Betulius, ChemFarm, Inc.

Ms. Vonnie Estes, Agri-Diagnostics Assoc.

continued from page 1

The remainder of Mr. Watschke’s talk
which covered the many types of pesticide
storage buildings and pesticide waste
disposal systems will be covered in detail
in an upcoming article in this newsletter.
The final speaker of the day was Mr.
Michael Cook from the New York State
Department of Environmental Conserva­
tion. Mr. Cook praised us on our showing
at the recent public hearings pertaining to

Gary Watshcke, U.S.G.A. Green Section

the new notification law. It was also men­
tioned that in 1987, no complaints were
filed in the DEC office about any golf
course. We are still encouraged to have
in-house inspections of our storage facili­
ties periodically to detect any problems.
Mr. Cook also feels that once the issue of
notification and posting is finally
resolved, the DEC will begin to turn more
of their attention to the storage facilities
and undoubtedly new regulations will be
forthcoming within the next few years.

In closing, this year’s Met GCSA Win­
ter Seminar was a huge success. We
would like to take this opportunity to
once again thank the speakers for taking
the time to further educate us. We would
also like to thank the chairman of the
Education Committee, John Musto, for
his efforts in putting this seminar
together. If you would like to contact any
of the speakers, give John a call and he
will be happy to provide you with any
information that you need.

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NYSTA News
1987 was an extremely busy and pro­
ductive year for the New York State
Turfgrass Association. Most time con­
suming was the pesticide issue. In order to
fund efforts to combat the newly pro­
posed DEC posting and notification regu­
lations, NYSTA formed a pesticide regu­
lation and legislative fund. The MGCSA
was a generous contributor to this fund
which has received approximately $9,000
in donations. We also joined with the
New York State Nurseryman, the New
York State Flower Industries, the New
York State Arborists, and the New York
State Cemeteries on the New York State
Green Council to work as a group on this
pesticide issue. The Green Council hired
an environmental lawyer/lobbyist who
prepared and sent to the Commissioner of
NYS Departm ent of Environmental
Conservation a 33 page statement noting
the Green Council’s opposition to the
regulations as well as offering alterna­
tives. The statement also called for a task
force to develop regulations for 1989. At
the most recent meeting between the
Green Council and DEC, DEC conceded
that there are problems with these regula­
tions and may also consider a proposal to
delay implementation until late Fall 1988.
Further information may be forthcom­
ing. Meanwhile, the Green Council’s
plans are to lobby with State Legislators
to attempt to change the regulations
through legislative means, possibly by
even introducing our own legislation.
In the area of financial support to Cor­
nell for research, approximately $20,000
in direct grants was made to Cornell,
$15,000 of which was matched by the
University. Another $15,000 in indirect
grants was also made. Dr. Villani of the
Geneva Experimental Station conducted
work regarding white grub movement as
related to temperature. Dr. Hummel’s
sand greens research was supported as
well as Dr. Petrovic’s Fertility Fate
Research Project.
The Poa Annual tournaments held in
three locations around New York State
raise $7,000 to $10,000 in research
monies. These tournam ents are co­
sponsored by NYSTA and the local
Superintendent Associations. Profits
from these tournam ents can be ear­
marked by the local associations for a
specific project at Cornell. A Poa Annual
location in the downstate has not yet been
c o n firm e d b u t will be held m id-

September and mid-October. The sup­
port of MGCSA members will make this
a financial success. Watch for future details
as to date and location.
One of NYSTA’s goals over the next
two years is to increase membership by
50%. I urge each of you to jo in .
Remember, strength is in numbers. Also,
at the present time applications are being
accepted for NYSTA scholarships for
New York State students enrolled in hor­
ticultural programs and will be awarded
at the November Conference in Roches­
ter. You may wish to mark your calendars
now for the Conference and Trade Show
which will be held November 8-11. State­
wide attendance at the Conference in
1987 was 1,350 but downstate attendance
historically has been very low. Hopefully
we can work to change this. Feel free to
call me with your comments.If you need
membership applications or information
on the scholarships, I may be reached at
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Dear Members of the Met G.C.S.A.:
The award presented to me from the
Metropolitan Golf Course Superintend­
ents A ssociation at the meeting on
October 22,1987 is certainly a tribute that
one may dream of but never receive. To
have a Sherwood A. Moore Award, and
then to be the first recipient of this award,
is an honor I am very proud of. It is
extremely difficult to express my feelings
but you can be sure I am one happy indi­
vidual. The Metropolitan Golf Course
Superintendents Association is truly
close to my heart, and the inception of
and the receiving of this award from my
peers whom I have worked closely with
and become very fond of over the years, is
a very moving experience.
As mentioned in my acceptance speech
the only career in my lifetime has been as
a golf superintendent, and for the past
fifty plus years I have loved this profes­
sion. I only hope that what little I have
contributed over the years has improved
the stature and professionalism of the golf
course superintendent. Everyone in the
turfgrass field from professors to the golf
course crews have had an influence on my
life - some to a greater extent than others
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bottom of my heart.
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GCSAA Fact Sheets
THE REIC HERT C O M P A N Y

R A E B A T T E R IE S
TRC
PRODUCTS
W E T T IN G
AGENT

F R A M -W IX
F IL T E R S
L U B R IC A T IN G
E Q U IP M E N T
KLE N ZE R
PRODUCTS

TRW
PRODUCTS
A N T I-F R E E Z E

PA R T S
CLEANERS

M A IL P.O. BO X 273
R IV E R S ID E , CT. 06878

GCSAA has made available a series of
fact sheets on environm ental issues
related to golf course maintenance prac­
tices. These fact sheets — which cover sub­
jects such as soil conservation, water use
and pesticide application — are available
to the public upon request through
GCSAA’s Office of Government Re­
lations.
Public requests for information on the
environm ental effects of golf course
maintenance practices have increased as
land and water availability in urban areas
has decreased. GCSAA’s new fact sheets
represent one part of the industry’s effort
to meet such requests.
“People are more conscious of resource
use today, and we feel that golf courses
contribute positively to the process of
resource conservation and management,”
said GCSAA President Donald E. Hearn,
CGCS. “Proper planning for growth and
development requires that good informa­
tion be made available, and that is what
we are doing.”
For more information, contact GCSAA’s Office
of Government Relations, 1617 St. Andrews Drive,
Lawrence, KS 66046.

MOWING SLOPES IS
EASY WITH A FORD
LCG TRACTOR
(Low Center-of-Gravity)

IF YOUR TU R F
COULD TA LK IT
WOULD ASK FOI
SAND-AID AND
PANASEA

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• Bigger roots
• Stress tolerance
• Delayed senescence
• Moisture and nutrient
retention

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• Micronutrient-rich
• Effective, safe &
organic

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For betterturf management
CALL METRO MILORGANITE
TODAY
(914)347-4222

Ford LCG tractors are especially designed for mowing on slopes.
With their wide-set axles and low center-of-gravity, they really hug the
ground.
Two power sizes: Ford diesel powered with 60 SAE net HP (Ford
4610 LCG) and 40.5 SAE net HP (Ford 2910 LCG).
Choice of 8X4 synchromesh transmission (shift on-the-go under
light load) or standard 8X2 dual-range transmission.
Team up with one of Ford’s great mowers: a 3-point hitch mounted
Ford flail mower or one of Ford’s rotary cutters, in lift or pull type.
You’ll find the Ford LCG tractors a lot of value for the money, with
designed-in Ford quality. Don’t just take our word for it...

ASK FOR A DEMO...TODAY!
Wesco, Inc.
27 Broad Street
Norwalk, CT 06851
203-847-2496

Westchester Ford Tractor, Inc.
Meadow Street
Goldens Bridge, NY 10526

FORD 4610 LCG
WITH 912 FLAIL MOWER

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914-232-7746

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Patrons of ‘Tee to
Patrons listed on this page are supporting our Association. You are encouraged to support them.
* Denotes Met GCSA member

Alpine Tree Care, Inc.*
Main office: White Plains 914-948-0101
Branch offices: Chappaqua 914-238-4400
Darien 203-655-8008
Professional Tree Care & Consulting

Irrigation Systems Incorporated*
P.O. Box 66, Windsor, CT 06095
203-727-9227
Design, Installation and Winterization
For Golf Course Watering Systems

Rhone-Poulenc Ag. Co.
Samuel L. Horst
RD 2, Box 294
Stockton, NY 08559
201-996-4306

James Carriere & Sons, Inc.*
Bill Carriere
7 Cottage Street
Port Chester, NY 10573
914-937-2136

Lesco, Inc.*
Serving the Met GCSA with our
“store-on-wheels”
20005 Lake Rd, Rocky River, Ohio 44116
1-800-321-5325 Nationwide

Stephen Kay, Golf Course Architect*
P.O. Box 81, Purchase, NY 10577
914-738-3399
Long Range Planning, Remodeling, &
New Development

Cecio Bros., Inc.
General Excavating Contractor
P.O. Box 4100; 500 Old Post Road #3
Greenwich, CT 06830
203-869-2340

Loft’s Seed, Inc.
John Morrissey
Box 146
Bound Brook, NJ 08805
201-356-8700

Steven Willand, Inc.
Dave Marmelstein
Rt 206
Augusta, NJ 07822
201-579-5656

Egypt Farms, Inc.
John Strickland
Green Topdressing, Sand, Constr. Mixes
White Marsh, M D21162
301-335-3700
Emerald Isle, Ltd.
Bob Middleton
2153 Newport Road
Ann Arbor, MI 48103
313-662-2727
Glenmore Landscape Service*
Glenn S. Moore
RR3 Box 199 Hackgreen Rd.
Pound Ridge, NY 10576
914-764-4348

The Magovern Company*
Joseph Schnieder & Jerry Kane
911 Hope Street
Stamford, CT 06907
1-800-243-9094
Metro Milorganite, Inc.*
John G. Wistrand & Anthony L. Grasso
P.O. Box 267
Hawthorne, NY 10532
914-347-4222
M ontco/ Surf-Side/ Zap!
Surfactants - Defoamers
Box 404, Ambler, PA 19002
Robert Oeschle
Home: 215-836-4992/Whs: 215-628-3144

Grass Roots Turf Products, Inc.*
Bert Jones 20i -361-5943
P.O. Box 336
Mt. Freedom, NJ 07970

O.M. Scott & Sons*
A1 Arison
226 Barry Scott Drive
Fairfield, CT 06430
203-336-9890

Harford Industrial Minerals, Inc.
Dorothy P. Stawcill
P.O. Box 210, Joppa, MD 21085
Topdressing, Constr. Blend, Bunker Sand
301-679-9191

Partac Golf Course Top-Dressing
Kelsey Park, Great Meadows, NJ 07838
1-800-247-2326
James Carriere & Sons/J & B Trucking
914-937-2136 Bill and Joe Carriere

Hawthorne Brothers Tree Service, Inc.*
5 Center Street
Bedford Hills, NY 10507
914-666-7035 and 203-531-1831
Professional Tree Care and Transplanting

Pro-Lawn Products, Inc.*
Stephen M. Kotowicz
30 Nashville Road
Bethel, CT 06801
203-792-3032

I & E Supply, Inc.
Paul Roche
66 Erna Avenue
Milford, CT 06460
203-878-0658

The Reichert Company*
Lubricant & Filter Distributor
P.O. Box 273
Riverside, CT 06878
203-637-2958 - Frank Reichert

Bentgrass Sod
Stormy Acres
Kevin Gunn
West Haven, VT 05743
802-265-3046
Terre Company of N.J., Inc.*
Byron Johnson, Jr.
206 Delawanna Avenue
Clifton, NJ 07014
201-473-3393 or (home) 203-748-5069
Turf Products Corporation*
South Windsor, CT 06074
Dennis Petruzzelli-Irrigation
A1 Tretara-Equipment
203-528-9508
Valley View Greenhouse*
Route 123 R.R. #2
Box 27
So. Salem, NY 10590
(914) 533-2526 (914) 533-2504
W-A-Cleary Chemical Corporation
Shaun Berry
P.O. Box 10, 1049 Somerset Street
Somerset, NJ 08873
201-247-8000
Westchester Ford Tractor, Inc.*
John M. Apple
Meadow Street
Golden Bridge, NY 10526
914-232-7746
Westchester Turf Supply, Inc.*
P.O. Box 198, Lincolndale, NY 10540
Serving the Fine Turf Profession
Bob Lippman
Bus. 914-277-3755/Home: 914-248-5790