Maryland Turfgrass Council | Spring 2020
This issue features updates on pesticide recertification requirements. Also covers where, when and how to use turfgrass cultivation tools in your cultural program.
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President’s MessageExecutive Director’s CornerDues Renewal and SponsorshipNews from MTA (TPM)News from MTC
Updates on the planned Pesticide and Fertilizer Applicator Recertification classes that have been impacted by recent social distancing requirements.
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By Barry Stewart, Ph.D. | Associate Professor, Sports Turf Science, Mississippi State University
Unlike most other crops, turfgrass soils are rarely exposed to tillage and therefore many turfgrass soils become compacted due to traffic. Our cultivation program is our best defense…
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By Vernon W. Cooper | Turfgrass Producers of Maryland, Inc.
Back in 1962, a group of sod farmers with assistance of the MD State Board of Agriculture and the University of Maryland saw a need for a unified voice and increased education opportunities so they formed the Maryland Turfgrass Association...
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The “GRASSES” quilts raffles have been a real boost to the Universities Research Programs so our MTC Treasurer, Katy, has designed and created yet another for this year.
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June 16, 1954 – April 3, 2020 | Age 65
Guy F. McDonald, 65, of Dolgeville, New York, passed away unexpectedly in the comfort of his home with his loving family by his side.
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October 16, 1939 – April 18, 2020 |
To All Maryland Turfgrass Professionals: It is with deep sadness that I inform you of the passing of Eugene “Gene” Bowie Roberts, Jr. (October 16, 1939 – April 18, 2020).
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Call for Applicants | Administered by The Turfgrass Producers of Maryland
The Jim Claxton Scholarship Fund was initiated during the Spring of 2011 in order to honor Jim and his contributions to the Mid-Atlantic area turfgrass industry and financially support students pursuing a college degree.
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