Tennessee Turfgrass Association | April/May 2024
This issue spotlights TTA member Bob Hogan as well as biostimulants for turfgrass management.
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From the TTA PresidentCalendar of EventsFrom the MTGCSA PresidentIndustry NewsNews from UT
Changes to the USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map reflect a shift to warmer average annual extreme minimum temperatures during the most recent 30-year past period.
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Congratulations to Greyson Key for being awarded State Winner in Turfgrass Management (sponsored by TTA) at the State FFA Convention!
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By Dr. Becky Bowling | (Follow me @TNTurfWoman, Follow us @UTTurfgrass) Assistant Professor and Extension Specialist, University of Tennessee
A public-facing University of Tennessee Turfgrass Alumni map showcasing the reach of UT Turfgrass alumni across the globe and within the industry.
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By Anna Duncan¹, Dr. Becky Bowling², and Dr. Jim Brosnan³ | ¹Digital Education and Training Program Coordinator; ²Assistant Professor and Extension Specialist, ³Professor – Dept. of Plant Sciences, University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture
The UT Certified Lawn Care Professional (CLCP) program provides education and skills needed to effectively establish and maintain turfgrasses using a format that is completely online and self-paced.
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Save the Date for The University of Tennessee’s BEACON 2024 career networking event on September 12 & 13.
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By Mike Fidanza, Ph.D. | Professor of Plant and Soil Science, Penn State Berks Campus; Reading, PA
There are many exciting innovations on the nearby horizon and evidence-based efforts will lead the way toward a better understanding of how biostimulants will help maintain and improve plant and soil health.
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Bob Hogan has exemplified the spirit of service both inside and outside of his work in turfgrass. He has served not only on the Board of TTA, but also as a preacher, a County Commissioner and Assistant Mayor.
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By Alfred Daniel J, Kripa Dhakal, and Karla M. Addesso | Tennessee State University, Otis L. Floyd Nursery Research Center
This series discusses the different types of biological control and how nurseries can incorporate biocontrol principles and agents into their production practices.
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By Neal Glatt, CSP, ASM | Managing Partner of GrowTheBench.com
Let’s make this season our best yet by empowering those around us to shine and become refreshed by working as a member of a true team.
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