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Thursday
November 19
2:30 p.m., EDT

The Mower Study: Part III
Dr. Frank S. Rossi, Cornell University

Dr. Rossi will provide a look into the latest findings from his ongoing greens mower research study. The presentation will include the effects of reel mower use on putting surface performance and increasing the chances of promoting stress-induced diseases. Why not have your equipment manager sit in on this one as well?


Thursday
December 10
2:30 p.m., EDT

Cold Hardiness of Warm-Season Grasses
Dr. Aaron Patton, University of Arkansas

Dr. Patton will review winter hardiness while discussing the physiology of warm-season turfgrasses. He also will discuss how various management practices can influence the cold tolerance of these grasses. The presentation also will include cultivar selection, winter preparation, site conditions and recommendations on how to reduce the risk of winter kill while also saving money for your golf course.


Tuesday
December 15
2:30 p.m., EDT

Control Your Water, Control Your Results
Andy Moore, Aquatrols

Andy Moore of Aquatrols will teach you how to conduct a simple irrigation audit and how to determine the precipitation rate and uniformity of control of your irrigation system. The presentation also will include updates on the latest soil moisture-monitoring technology available to superintendents. The overall goal is to provide attendees with a short list of easily implemented ideas to help improve irrigation efficiency and reduce water use and waste.



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