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Scouting for Pests and Problems of Woody Ornamentals
Walkabout - Insects and Weeds Only
Date:
May 28, 2008
Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location: East Bridgewater, MA
Learn how to put IPM practices to work efficiently. Join UMass Extension
specialists for a walk through the landscape and demonstrations of
IPM tools and techniques, as well as a close look at some of the
most common pest and cultural problems of woody ornamentals. Dress
for walking, workshops held rain or shine.
Pre-registration required, space is limited. 2 pesticide contact
hours available; MCLP and MCH credits will be offered.
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For more information, contact the UMass Extension
Landscape, Nursery, & Urban Forestry Program at (413) 545-0895, eweeks@umext.umass.edu.
Turf IPM Twilight Walkabout
Date:
June 4, 2008
Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location: Stanley Park - Westfield, MA
Join the turf specialists of UMass Extension for
an evening walk through the landscape. This program will involve
a first-hand look at some of the most common insect, disease,
and weed problems that affect turf, as well as discussion about
managing these issues. Learn how to recognize and correct cultural
problems, how to match turf species and cultivars to site conditions
and intended use, and how to how to put IPM practices to work
efficiently. Dress for walking; workshops are held rain or shine.
Bring a clipboard, pencil, and hand lens.
Two pesticide recertification contact hours
will be available for all New England States in category 37,
Turf, and category 00, Licensed Applicator. Preregistration
required due to limited enrollment; the cost is $50.
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For more information, contact the UMass Extension Turf Program
at (508) 892-0382, mowen@umext.umass.edu,
or visit http://www.umassturf.org 
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