CitraBlue! A New St. Augustine turfgrass and Seminar

Learn about the University of Florida's newest St. Augustine Grass In light of various Florida Conferences being cancelled due to Covid-19, we are offering a webinar for Florida landscape architects, sod farms, retail outlets and other turfgrass professionals to introduce CitraBlue™ St. Augustine, the newest grass from the University of Florida. CitraBlue was developed to solve lawn disease issues and to be a dramatic improvement over Florida’s most common grass, Floratam St. Augustine. Not only is its disease resistance improved, but it also may be Florida’s best grass for shady landscapes and it features a distinct blue color. Breeder and UF professor Dr. Kevin Kenworthy will explain why this grass was selected from hundreds of different lines and how it will benefit the market. He will also take questions following the presentation. In addition, we will discuss other best grasses for Florida and why it is important to find “the right grass for the right place” when specifying. Webinar Info: DATE: Wednesday, September 30, 2020 TIME: 11:00 AM EST REGISTER HERE

Zoysiagrass Seminar

For those of you in the turf production world or have an interest in growing zoysiagrass.  Here is a seminar for you on different aspects of Zoysiagrass production and maintenance from the Turfgrass Producers of Florida.

Pest and Disease Management
Harvesting, Installation & Establishment
Mowing & Maintenance
Nutrient & Water Needs & Dormancy

Zoysiagrass can present unique challenges during the winter and spring, especially on the heels of this year’s exceptionally wet summer. Join turfgrass specialists Dr. Laurie Trenholm and Dr. Bryan Unruh from the University of Florida for a review of best practices, a look at trends and troublespots, and advice on sustainable and successful zoysiagrass management.  TPF's Regional Meetings are designed to help sod producers, installers, landscapers and lawn maintenance professionals learn, connect and grow - better! These informal gatherings offer the latest info from experts and emphasize connecting with others in the industry in your area to discuss common issues

and share solutions. Although TPF's Regional Meetings are specifically developed to be accessible and schedule-friendly for those in the local area, industry professionals from throughout the state are welcome to attend. $15 per person, seating is limited; lunch is included.

Questions? Email betsymcgill@floridaturf.com or call 863-675-2144.

Where: SWFWMD Sarasota Service Center 6750 Fruitville Road Sarasota, FL 34240

When:  Wednesday, November 4, 201, 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM (EST) Register by November 2, 2015 Link to register:  www.floridaturf.com/events/regional-meetings

Great CEU Roundup

UF/IFAS in conjuction with the Florida Turfgrass Association is hosting a CEU bonanza.  On June 8, you'll have an incredible opportunity to get CEU's in a wide range of certification areas. The day-long event will be simulcast from Gainesville via IFAS "polycom" to extension offices around the state. Seating is limited in our Hillsborough County Office in Seffner.  Topics will include turf diseases, turf insects, pesticide core, herbicide resistance management, sprayer calibration, among others.  The registration cost is $50 for members of FTGA and other cooperating associations (eg. FNGLA, FPMA, FLMA, etc.) and $75.00 for the general public.  Registration cost includes a lunch and free shirt.  To see more details and to register either online, by fax, or mail visit this weblink.  https://www.ftga.org/events/great-ceu-round