Monday, December 7 Tuesday, December 8

8:30 - 9:20 am Welcome, Orientation, Announcements 8:20 - 8:30 am Welcome, Announcements

9:20 - 9:50 am Preemergence Herbicides You Can UseWhen Seed Goes Down - Ross Braun (3B - .5 hr)

8:30 - 9:25 am Managing Diseases Using Cultivar Selection - Jack Fry, Jerry Moore, GreggMunshaw (3B - 1 hr)

9:50 - 10:20 am Seeding After Postemergence HerbicideApplication - Dani McFadden (3B - .5 hr)

9:25 - 10:20 am Developing a Weed Control Program -Ross Braun (3A & 3B - 1 hr)

10:20 - 10:30 am Break 10:20 - 10:30 am Break

10:30 -11:25 am Core Hour - KDA 10:30 - 11:00 am Diseases of Evergreens - Judy O’Mara(3A - .5 hr)

11:25 - 11:55 pm Turfgrass Critters in the Landscape -Drew Ricketts (3A & 3B - .5 hr)

11:00 - 11:55 am Bagging Bagworms - Raymond Cloyd(3A - 1 hr)

11:55 - 1:00 pm Lunch 11:55 - 1:00 pm Lunch

BUSINESS STRATEGIES NURSERY & LANDSCAPE

1:00 - 2:00 pm Creating and Maintaining CompanyCulture - Erin Barr

1:00 - 2:00 pm Benefits of Native Grasses - MaryHockenberry Meyer

2:00 - 3:00 pm Industry Reflections - Adapting toCOVID - Wes Kleffner, Matt Miller, LyndsiOestemann,

2:00 - 3:00 pm Best of the Best: Plants Covered in theBall Nursery & Landscape InsiderNewsletter Suited for Kansas - MatthewChappell

Wednesday, December 9 Thursday, December 10

8:20 - 8:30 am Conference Introduction 8:20 - 8:30 am Conference Introduction

8:30 - 9:25 am Japanese Beetles in Kansas - TaroEldredge (3A - 1 hr)

8:30 - 9:25 am Fungi vs. Fungicides - A Hidden Battle -Megan Kennelly (3A & 3B - 1 hr)

9:25 - 9:55 am Busting Weed Control Myths - RossBraun (3B - .5 hr)

9:25 - 10:20 am Ornamental Disease Update - JudyO’Mara (3A - 1 hr)

9:55 - 10:05 am Break 10:20 - 10:30 am Break

10:05 - 10:35 am Alternatives for Dollar Spot Control -David McCall (3B - .5 hr)

10:30 - 11:25 am Tree Identification for LandscapeManagement Decisions - Charlie Barden (3A - 1 hr)

10:35 - 11:30 am Basics of Managing Turf Insect Pests -Raymond Cloyd - (3B - 1 hr)

11:25 - 11:55 pm Beyond Brown Patch - David McCall(3B - .5 hr)

11:30 am- 1:00 pm Lunch 11:55- 1:00 pm Lunch

GOLF COURSE MANAGEMENT SPORTS TURF MANAGEMENT

1:00 - 1:55 pm Targeting Pesticide Application UsingDrones and GPS Technology - DavidMcCall (3B - 1 hr)

1:00 - 1:30 pm Postemergence Crabgrass Control inCool-season Turf - Evan Alderman (3B - .5 hr)

1:55 - 3:00 pm Water Saving Turf Research at K-State- Dale Bremer, Alex Bach, ManojChhetri, Wes Dyer, Mu Hong

1:30 - 2:20 pm Highlights of Managing Kansas City’sProfessional Sports Facilities in 2020 -Travis Hogan, Casey Montgomery, TrevorVance

SPEAKERSEvan Alderman, Iowa State University

Alex Bach, Horticulture and Natural Resources, K-StateCharlie Barden, Horticulture and Natural Resources, K-State

Erin Barr, Munie Greencare Professionals, Ft. RileyCheryl Boyer, Horticulture and Natural Resources, K-State

Ross Braun, Horticulture & Landscape Arch., Purdue UniversityDale Bremer, Horticulture and Natural Resources, K-State

Matthew Chappell, University of GeorgiaManoj Chhetri, Horticulture and Natural Resources, K-State

Raymond Cloyd, Entomology, K-StateWes Dyer, Horticulture and Natural Resources, K-State

Taro Eldredge, KDAJack Fry, Horticulture and Natural Resources, K-State

Travis Hogan, KC ChiefsMu Hong, Horticulture and Natural Resources, K-State

Megan Kennelly, Plant Pathology, K-StateWes Kleffner, Bayer, Overland Park

David McCall, Plant Pathology, Virginia TechDani McFadden, Horticulture and Natural Resources, K-State

Mary Hockenberry Meyer, Horticultural Science, University of MinnesotaMatt Miller, Carey Park GC, Hutchinson

Jerry Moore, Grass Pad, OlatheCasey Montgomery, Sporting KC

Gregg Munshaw, Mountain View Seeds, Salem, ORJudy O’Mara, Plant Pathology, K-State

Lyndsi Oestmann, Loma Vista Nursery, OttawaDrew Ricketts, Horticulture and Natural Resources, K-State

Trevor Vance, KC Royals

PRESENTATION DESCRIPTIONS

Monday, December 7Welcome, Orientation and Announcements

Preemergence Herbicides You Can Use When Seed GoesDown - Ross Braun Several preemergence herbicides can be applied at the timecool- and warm-season grasses are seeded, and some shortlyafter - you’ll learn about all of them in detail. (3B - .5 hr)

Seeding After Postemergence Herbicide Application - DaniMcFaddenSome herbicides specifically state that seeding should not bedone until time has passed after application. Hear about therequired length of time needed before seeding for severalherbicides commonly used for broadleaf and grassy weedcontrol. (3B - .5 hr)

Core Hour: Laws, Safety & Environmental Concerns - KDARegulatory information required for certified applicators.

Turfgrass Critters in the Landscape - Drew RickettsGophers and moles can wreak havoc in turfgrass andmanaged landscapes. This talk will cover the biology, activityand control measures to manage common turf and landscapewildlife pests. (3A & 3B - .5 hr)

Business StrategiesCreating and Maintaining Company Culture - Erin BarrCulture is present in every organization, large or small.Attracting and maintaining a strong company culture is key toorganizational success. When a company shares a commonvision, a happy team and customer base is to follow. Learnabout how to create and maintain a strong culture in thelandscaping industry.

Industry Reflections: Adapting to COVID - Wes Kleffner, MattMiller, Lyndsi OestemannThe world has certainly changed in 2020. Some businessesadapted quickly and others experienced unique challenges.Join us for this panel discussion with horticulture industryleaders in Kansas to hear what they’ve learned, changesthey’ve made (which may stay or change again in the future),and how they hope their industry adapts moving forward.

Tuesday, December 8Welcome and Announcements

Managing Diseases Using Cultivar Selection - Jack Fry, JerryMoore, Greg MunshawSome turfgrass diseases can be effectively managed byselecting cultivars that have resistance. Resistance will bediscussed for common diseases, including brown patch,summer patch, dollar spot, and grey leaf spot. (3B - 1 hr)

Developing a Weed Control Program - Ross BraunAn overview of basic strategies for putting a weed controlprogram together for turf and ornamentals. (3A & 3B - 1 hr)

Diseases of Evergreens - Judy O’MaraDothistroma needle blight was a wide spread problem onpine trees across KS during 2019 and 2020. This session willprovide a quick refresher on evergreen problems common toKS. (3A - .5 hr)

Bagging Bagworms - Raymond CloydHear about the biology, ecology, and damage associated withbagworms and how you can best manage bagworms inlandscapes. Learn about the importance of timing insecticideapplications to maximize effectiveness in suppressingbagworm populations. (3A - 1 hr)

Nursery & Landscape

Benefits of Native Grasses - Mary Hockenberry Meyer Dr. Mary Hockenberry Meyer has spent her career studyingand promoting the use of native, ornamental grasses andsedges in the landscape. She will share a Top 10 list of nativegrasses to grow and use.

Best of the Best: Plants Covered in the Ball Nursery &Landscape Insider Newsletter Suited for Kansas - MatthewChappellDr. Matthew Chappell is a Professor of Horticulture and StateExtension Specialist at the University of Georgia serves asEditor-in-Chief of the Ball Publishing, Nursery & LandscapeInsider Newsletter. In each newsletter, Dr. Chappell covers acouple of noteworthy plants, some newly patented andothers time-tested natives or antebellum plants. In this talk,he will cover some of the best (in his opinion) for Kansaslandscapes.

Wednesday, December 9Conference Introduction

New Data for Japanese Beetle in Kansas - Taro EldredgeJapanese beetles have been in Kansas since at least the 1990sand have spread across the state causing significant economicloss in nurseries, turf, and landscapes. Newly combined datashow their spread across Kansas, support a new economic riskassessment tool, and demonstrate the effectiveness ofseveral biocontrol agents. (3A - 1 hr)

Busting Weed Control Myths - Ross BraunSome standard practices that you think influence weedcontrol in turf are not true. Join and learn what they are.(3B - .5 hr)

Alternatives for Dollar Spot Control - David McCallFungicides are a common resource for suppressing dollarspot, but there are a number of other approaches that can beeffective. (3B - .5 hr)

Basics of Managing Turf Insect Pests - Raymond CloydBasic and specific information on biology and ecology, andhow to effectively manage the major turfgrass insect pests ofKansas including cultural and insecticidal approaches. (3B - 1 hr)

Golf Course ManagementTargeting Pesticide Application Using Drones and GPSTechnology - David McCallResearch done at Virginia Tech used drones and GPStechnology to assist in efficient application of fungicides tosuppress disease. (3B - 1 hr)

Water Saving Turf Research at K-State - Dale Bremer, AlexBach, Manoj Chhetri, Wes Dyer, Mu HongK-State graduate students are conducting important researchon saving water. Dale will provide a brief overview and thenintroduce each one who will present a short summary ofwhat they’re doing and the results they have so far.

Thursday, December 10Conference Introduction

Fungi vs. Fungicides - A Hidden Battle - Megan KennellyEver wonder how fungi actually grow, and how fungicidesstop them? This presentation will cover some nuts and boltsof how fungi "work" and how fungicides work against them.(3A & 3B - 1 hr)

Ornamental Disease Update - Judy O’Mara

A look at problems that developed in ornamentals during the

recent growing season. (3A -1 hr)

Tree Identification for Landscape Management Decisions -Charlie BardenLearn the basics of tree ID and how to use a binomial key towork through the identification process. Accurateidentification is important to selecting the appropriatemanagement practice to achieve appropriate control of pests. Learn how to discern key characteristics such as branchingpattern, bark, twigs, leaf margins, and leaf shapes todetermine what kind of tree they have. (3A - 1 hr)

Beyond Brown Patch - David McCallBrown patch is a common problem on a number of grasses inthe transition zone, but in this presentation you'll hear aboutother diseases that can also be major issues. (3B - .5 hr)

Sports Turf ManagementPostemergence Crabgrass Control in Cool-season Turf - EvanAldermanWhich herbicides effectively control crabgrass once you seeit? You’ll see a comprehensive list presented here, along withkeys to successful control. (3B - .5 hr)

Highlights of Managing Kansas City’s Professional SportsFacilities in 2020 - Travis Hogan, Casey Montgomery, TrevorVanceWhat a strange year 2020 has been for sports. Nevertheless,the facilities in Kansas City have been maintained at a highlevel of quality. Hear the highlights and changes regardingfield management at Kauffman Stadium, Arrowhead Stadium,and Children’s Mercy Park.

Conference InformationThis conference is conducted entirely online and you will

need an internet-connected device, such as a laptop, desktop,

or tablet at your home and/or at your employer, to

participate. The following is required: internet connection,

audio (from computer speakers, microphone, or via

telephone), a webcam (standalone or integrated with your

monitor/laptop), and the downloaded application of Zoom on

your device (to download, visit zoom.us)

Kansas State University is committed to providing equal access

opportunity and reasonable accommodation to campus programs.

If you require accommodation to view or hear a video live stream

or archive, please submit a request for accommodation to Christy

Dipman (cdipman@ksu.edu)

Registration

To register online and pay by credit card

(credit card fees apply), go to

https://2020turfconference.eventbrite.com

OR fill out the registration form and send in

by November 27.

Pesticide Recertification Credit Hours

The Kansas Turfgrass Conference in

conjunction with KNLA has been approved for

state pesticide applicator recertification credit:

1 Core Hour 3A - 7 hrs 3B - 7 hr

Please be sure to include your email and pesticide

license number on the registration form!

More information will be sent after you register.

If your license expires this year, go to

www.agriculture.ks.gov/pfrenew to pay the fees and renew

before December 31st.

GCSAA Education Points

December 7 - .45 ed points

December 8 - .55 ed points

December 9 - .50 ed points

December 10 - .45 ed points

Kansas Turfgrass Conference in Conjunction with KNLA

December 7, 8, 9 & 10, 2020

Registration Form

G Yes, I need pesticide credits (please make sure to list your email and pesticide license number below)

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2021 Kansas Turfgrass Foundation Membership Dues $ 75.00 x ______ ________

A 2021 Kansas Turfgrass Foundation Directory will be sent to each member

Name of individual joining association: ________________________________ TOTAL: $ ___________

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Please return registration form by November 27 to:

Turf Conference Registration, 1712 Claflin, 2021Throckmorton Plant Science Cntr., Manhattan, KS 66506-5507

Fax: (785) 532-6949 cdipman@ksu.edu

Payment:

9 Check payable to Kansas Turfgrass Foundation enclosed 9 Please invoice (payable upon receipt)

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