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July • August 2003

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 Message From
The President
Does the weather amaze you
as much as it does me? The
Spring to Summer transition this
year has been quite a story. April
was hot and dry, May was cool
and extremely wet (as usual) and
June has brought a mix bag of
both wet and dry weather. My
wife thought I had lost it when I
started up our home irrigation
system in late June. Three days
earlier, our backyard was partially
flooded from a week’s worth of rain! As someone once told
me, we can’t control it so why complain about it!
As the summer heat hits us, The Ohio State Turfgrass
Science Team is busy preparing for their annual Turfgrass
Field Day that will be held August 13 at the OTF Research
& Education Facility. The OSU Turfgrass Research Field
Day provides an excellent opportunity to learn from many
of the country’s best in turfgrass research and education.
If you have not been able to attend in a few years, come
back and network with your industry peers. You can also
tour the OTF Research & Education Facility. It is something
every OTF member should be proud of since it was made
possible through OTF funds.
The Turf Team works extremely hard at studying topics
that directly affect our industry.
As an OTF member and a Turfgrass Professional, the
annual Field Day gives you a great chance to view these
research results and apply them in your day-to-day
workplace.
See you August 13th!
John Mowat
2003 President, OTF
In Memoriam
Roy W. Haney, Jr.
Roy W. Haney, Jr., age 83, of Sylvania,
passed away Monday, June 23, 2003 in
the Toledo Hospital. Roy was President
of OTF in 1965.
He was born on June 22, 1920 in Ironton,
OH and graduated in 1938 from Ironton
H.S. He was a veteran of the Army Air
Corp and served in the Pacific Theater
during WWII.
He began has career at Woodland
Cemetery in Ironton taking over as
grounds superintendent. He then served
in similar capacities at Union Cemetery in
Columbus, White Chapel in Troy, MI,
Toledo Memorial Park in Sylvania and
finished his 45-year career at Historic
Woodland Cemetery in Toledo as
Executive Director, retiring in 1985. He
was a certified Master Gardener and a
member of the Ottawa-Jermain Park
Board of Directors.
He is survived by his wife of 56 years,
Ruth Haney; sons Pat and Tim, and
daughters Cindy and Karen.
Roy W. Haney, Jr. will be missed, but
fondly remembered by OTF!
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OTF News
OSU Turfgrass Research Field Day
T
August 13
he 2003 Ohio State University/OTF Turfgrass
Research Field Day will be held Wednesday, August 13
at the OTF Research & Education Facility, The Ohio
State University, Columbus. Everyone involved in turf-
grass management should attend this valuable annual
event. The Field Day is a great chance to learn about
the turfgrass research currently being conducted at
OSU, to meet with OSU faculty, network with your
industry peers, and visit the turfgrass research
facility—built and paid for with OTF funds.
The annual OTF/OSU Turfgrass Research Field
Day will follow a similar format as in past years. This is
a great chance to view the results and learn about
ongoing research on active turfgrass and ornamental
studies conducted by OSU researchers.
The afternoon program will feature two
The following topics (and more) will be dis-
optional programs:
cussed at this year’s field day:
• Fungicide evaluation trials—dollar spot, brown • Top 20 Ornamental Problems Facing the Turf &
patch, etc Landscape Professional. This program will discuss
the diagnosis of ornamental damage and problem
• Dollar spot fungicide resistance in Ohio—update
solving to maintain ornamentals
• Fertility & dollar spot incidence
• Navigating OSU websites for Turf Information. All
• Evaluation of the new rhizomatous tall fescues your turf information needs may be met by enter-
• PGR programs for creeping bentgrass ing a wide variety of OSU turf and ornamental
management websites. We’ll show you how and where!
• Pre and post emergent weed control studies
• Biological control of insects The OSU Turfgrass Research Field Day provides
an excellent opportunity to learn from many of the
• Sports turf research country’s best in turfgrass research and tour the OTF
• Water efficiency/irrigation study on turf Research & Education Facility.
• Billbug & white grub control studies The cost to attend, which includes breakfast and
lunch, is just $25 to pre-register, or $30 on-site (lunch
• Ryegrass on sand-based root zones
is guaranteed only for pre-registrants). Registration
information mailed to all members in early July.
Everyone is encouraged to pre-register to save money,
guarantee your lunch, and avoid waiting in line.
For more information, contact the OTF office
at 888-683-3445 or visit the OTF website at
www.OhioTurfgrass.org.

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OTF Auction Needs Your Donation!
All OTF members are encouraged to donate
to this year’s Live and Silent Auctions. Now
is the time to think of what you can donate
that will raise money for turfgrass research.
Everyone—not just exhibitors—can help.
Think of something fun or unique. Last year,
a Budweiser Race Car hood netted $250!
(speaking of Budweiser, the Bud Girls will be
on hand again). The auctions will take place
Wednesday, December 10, 5:00 - 7:00 pm.
We are going to sell the big items at our live
auction and the smaller items at a silent
auction again this year.
The Reverse Raffle will make a return with a
first prize of up to a $1,000.00. All of this
will happen before the annual Awards
Banquet. It’s great fun and the profits go to
turfgrass research and scholarships.
Plan now to donate and/or bid on items at
the auction. To make your donation, call OTF
at 888-683-3445.
Joe Duncan
OTRT Auction Committee Chair
Will It Sell?
Please complete the following form and fax it
to OTF at 740-452-2552.
Yes, we will donate to this year’s auction
(Please print)
Name
Company/Organization
Phone Number
Item to be donated
Estimated Value
Call For Nominations
In September, all OTF members will receive forms
in the mail for nominating this year’s recipients of
“Professional of the Year” and “Professional
Excellence” awards.
Nominees for “Professional of the Year” awards
are judged on the following attributes:
• Fellowship—willingness to share knowledge with and
help train fellow turf personnel.
• Inventive Ingenuity - leadership in developing new
ideas and trends in turfgrass management.
• Membership and activity in turf related and other
civic organizations.
• Length of dedicated service to the turf industry
Professional Excellence awards are based upon similar
criteria, and are awarded to those deserving special recog-
nition for significant contributions to the turfgrass indus-
try. Jim Sharp, The Toro Co. was the recipient of the 2002
Professional of the Year Award.
Awards and scholarships will be presented at the
Annual Awards Banquet, December 10, at the Ohio
Turfgrass Conference & Show.
Do you know anyone who deserves recognition for
contributions to turf management?
Watch your mail in September for details. Or you may
contact OTF at 888-683-3445, before October 24 to request
a nomination form.
2003 OTF Scholarships
Applications Accepted
OTF is committed to improving turfgrass through
research and education. One of the best ways to foster this
commitment is by providing scholarships to students pursuing
green industry studies. Last year, along with the Ohio Turfgrass
Research Trust and the Ronald D Baker, Sr. Memorial
Scholarship, OTF provided over $27,000 in scholarships.
To solicit qualified candidates, OTF sent letters and scholar-
ship applications in May to the turfgrass programs at several
Ohio colleges. In addition, OTF members are asked to recom-
mend any of their student summer employees who they feel
would be qualified. In September, an application will be mailed
to all OTF members. OTF scholarship information and
applications are also available on the OTF website at
www.OhioTurfgrass.org. The deadline to apply is October 24.
OTF’s scholarship committee is certain to see a large num-
ber of applications, making the task of choosing scholarship
recipients difficult, but ensuring that OTF’s awards go to the
best and brightest students in the green industry. For more
information on OTF’s scholarship program, contact OTF
at 888-683-3445.
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 OTF Scholarship and Research
Golf Scramble October 2
T he Ohio Turfgrass Foundation is holding it’s
annual Scholarship and Research fundraising scram-
ble Thursday, October 2 at Foxfire Golf Club on the
Players Club Course.
Foxfire Golf Club is a 36 hole semi-private facility
located 15 miles south of Columbus on State Route
104 and approximately 10 minutes off I-71.
Superintendent and OSU Alumnus Curt Geron
plans to have the course in premier condition for the
event, as he and his staff balance maintaining the aes-
thetic beauty of the course with it’s challenging layout.
The Players Club at Foxfire has been rated as the most
difficult public course in central Ohio. Designed by
Jack Kidwell and Barry Serafin, The Players Club is
blanketed by bentgrass fairways, and incorporates
large mounds, tree-lined fairways, and the longest
sand bunker in the Midwest!
At 7100 yards and a slope rating of 132 from the
blue tees, The Players Club provides a challenge for
golfers of all skill levels. This course combines tradi-
tional American golf with British links-style designs for
the ultimate golfing experience.
The 2002 tournament, held at the City of Blue Ash
in Cincinnati generated over $10,000 for the OTF
Scholarship and Research fund.
“OTF was very appreciative of the City of Blue Ash
and to the staff for contributing to the success of the
tournament” stated committee chair Mark Jordan.
“We look forward having our event at a new and excit-
ing venue.”
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Next to the OTF conference and show, the Golf
Tournament generates the most revenue for OTF.
Lawn care companies, sod producers, athletic field
managers, grounds managers and golf course superin-
tendents and their staffs’ are encouraged to partici-
pate and support OTF’s mission of funding turfgrass
research and education.
“We urge everyone to register as either an individ-
ual or team”, exclaimed OTF Executive Director
Kevin Thompson. “It is a great way to build staff loyal-
ty and to reward employees for their hard work—
while supporting OTF”.
Also contributing to the success of the tournament
are the sponsors. “We would be remiss in not men-
tioning the fact that sponsors play a huge role in the
success of the tournament” adds Jordan. If you are
interested in sponsorship, please contact OTF offices
or simply fill out a sponsorship form on the tourna-
ment registration form.
Information and registration materials will be
mailed in July to all OTF members.
To reserve your spot in this year’s tournament,
please register early as space is limited to the first
144 golfers. The registration form and general infor-
mation will soon be available on the OTF website at
www.OhioTurfgrass.org. Call 888-683-3445 for
more information.
 Use this Form to Register for
The Players Club at Foxfire on October 2
Join other turfgrass professionals on Thursday, October 2, The Players
Club at Foxfire, Lockbourne, OH for the Annual OTF Golf Tournament.
The tournament is limited to the first 144 golfers. Reservations will be
processed on a first-come, first-served basis. For your best chance at having
space confirmed, complete the reservation form, include your
registration fees, and mail or fax them to us today.
Highlights of the day include:
• 18 holes of golf at the beautiful • Team Individual and door prizes
Players Club at Foxfire • Hole-in-one contests
• Individual gifts for each golfer • Putting contest
• Shotgun scramble beginning at 11:00 a.m. • Social time following golf with
• Box lunch a buffet dinner and awards
• Fantasy Golf presentations

Deadline For Reservations: Thursday, September 25, 2003

(Reservations will be processed on a first-come, first-served basis.)

Registration Form
Member #
Sponsorships
Please check one:
Name
Hole Sponsor–$160
Address
Beverage Cart Sponsor–$500
Meal Sponsor–$500 City State Zip

Phone ( )

OTF Member Yes No

I am registering as a single golfer @ $125.
Method of Payment I am registering more than one golfer @ $125 each.
(payment due at time of order): (List names of golfers below.)
I am registering as a foursome @$500.
Company Check Cashier’s Check/Money Order (list organization and names of golfers below.)

American Express Discover MasterCard VISA Organization

All payments in US funds drawn on a US bank. A $25 fee will be charged for a returned check.

1. Hdcp
Credit Card Account #

Exp. Date Amt. Charged $ 2. Hdcp

Cardholder’s Name (print) 3. Hdcp

For Office Use Only: Rcvd Amt$ Ck# Ackd 4. Hdcp

(combined team handicap must be 40 or more)

Mail or Fax with payment to:

OTF Golf Tournament–Ohio Turfgrass Foundation
PO Box 3388
Zanesville, OH 43702–3388
Important New OTF Golf Tournament Policy:
Phone: (888) 683-3445 Fax: (740) 452-2552
Any team that has won the OTF Annual Golf Tournament •Directions will be sent with confirmations.
may only have a maximum of two returning players compete
on the same team the following year.

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OTF & Green Industry News
OTF Trade Show Report
T his year’s OTF Show (December 9–12) is experi-
encing brisk exhibit space sales. Already more than
350 booths (10' x 10' spaces) have been reserved by
more than 100 companies. Last year, the show boasted
a total of 562 booths. Exhibit space contracts have
been mailed to all past exhibitors, using a priority
point system in which exhibitors earn points based
upon size of booth and number of years exhibited.
A general mailing of the exhibit prospectus was
sent to more than 3000 prospective exhibitors in June.
“Exhibit space sales are going very well, but we still
have plenty of great booth space available,” informed
Kevin Thompson, Show Manager. “With the layout of
the exhibit hall at the Columbus Convention Center,
there isn’t a bad booth in the show.”
The Trade Show Development Committee has met
several times this year and has many exciting new
plans. The most noticeable change will be the show
hours. The trade show will open Tuesday, December
10, 4:30–7:30 pm for a Welcome Reception. OTF will
sponsor food, beverages, and entertainment as a way
to say thanks to all our valued exhibitors, members
and attendees.
Attendees will also enjoy complimentary food and
beverages on the show floor on Wednesday, for a pre-
9th Annual OLCA Diagnostic Seminar
T he OLCA 2003 Diagnostic Seminar is just weeks
away. This year’s event will be held on Thursday,
August 14 at The Ohio Turfgrass Foundation
Research and Education Facility in Columbus, Ohio.
The hands-on educational program will offer the
following for lawn care maintenance:
• Down and Dirty with Subsoils (sub-soils compari-
son) Dr. John Street, OSU
• What to do about what is “Bugging” you (Insect
back to basics and insecticide recommendations
update) Dr. Dave Shetlar, OSU
• Go Figure (the do’s and don’ts of calibration)
Dave Woznicki, Lesco, Inc.
• Is it Broad...leaf or Chick...weed? (Weed
Identification) Dr. David Gardner, OSU
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auction reception. On Thursday, lunch will be provid-
ed free-of-charge to all attendees. “It’s real simple, we
want people to stay in the trade show for lunch, rather
than leave the building,” informs committee chair
Boyd Montgomery. “We owe it to our exhibitors to do
everything we can to encourage people to spend as
much time on the show floor as we can. It also gives
our attendees more value for their registration dollar.”
The OTF “Motor Speedway” is another fun activity
being added this year. Contestants will have the oppor-
tunity to race radio-controlled cars around a banked,
oval track. “The race track has been hugely popular at
other events, such as the Ohio Parks & Recreation
Show. We think OTF attendees will really have fun
competing against each other. We hope to find spon-
sors to donate prizes,” added Montgomery.
Making a return this year will be the “Innovation
Station,” which offers exhibitors the opportunity to
feature their latest product releases and innovations in
a special designated, high-traffic area. The Innovation
Station gives turf managers a first look at many of the
newest products in the marketplace.
For more information on exhibiting at the
Ohio Turfgrass Conference & Show, call OTF
at 888-683-3445.
• Grass Establishment and Traffic Tolerance (seed
quality, variety establishment) Pamela Sherratt,
OSU
• It’s Not Brain Surgery (Pest diagnosis and trou-
bleshooting) Joseph Rimelspach, OSU
• Toys for Big Boys and Girls (Turf Equipment
Showcase)
Registration forms were mailed to all OLCA mem-
bers in July. For more information, visit the OLCA
website at www.OhioLawnCare.org, or call 1-800-510-
5296.
This event is being offered in collaboration with
the OTF Turfgrass Research Field Day on Wednesday,
August 13.
 Ohio State Turf Faculty
Campaign Successful
E arly in 2002, Dr. James Beard, internationally known turfgrass sci-
entist and 1957 Suma Cum Laude graduate of Ohio State University,
together with his wife Harriet, offered the Ohio State University
Turfgrass Education Program a pledge of $100,000 to establish a
Graduate Fellowship in Turfgrass Physiology/Biochemistry. Their
intention was to establish, in perpetuity, a Fellowship Fund whose
interest would pay the stipend and fees for a quality graduate student
to study how turfgrass plants respond to stresses induced by many
environmental factors
The “catch” was that a total of $400,000 was needed to establish a
named fellowship. The OSU Turf Faculty met and decided they, with
the help of the Office of Development in the College of Food,
Agriculture and Environmental Sciences, would take on the challenge
of conducting a campaign to raise the $300,000 in matching funds
needed to establish the Fellowship. The faculty appointed Dr. Harry
D. Niemczyk, Professor Emeritus of Turfgrass Entomology, and Dr. T.
Karl Danneberger, Professor of Turfgrass Science as Co-Chairmen of
their effort.
A Major Fund Raising Committee was formed. Individuals and
representatives from many segments of the Turfgrass Industry, famil-
iar with Dr. Bread’s significant contributions to Turfgrass Science and
their industry, were invited to serve. The final committee consisted
of 25 people from the USA, Canada, Austria, Spain and Japan.
The first contributions were from the OSU Turf Faculty and Staff
who pledged a total of $10,000 in personal funds to start the cam-
paign. In addition to personal pledges of support, Committee
Member’s contacted potential donors, conducted writing campaigns,
and urged their respective companies or organization to support the
effort.
By December 31, 2002, the campaign had raised more than
$270,000, and by April 7, 2003, their goal of $300,000 in pledges and
cash, was achieved and exceeded. Its “hats off” to the OSU Turf
Faculty’s commitment, to their Committee Members, to the OSU
Development Office, and the donors who honored Dr. and Mrs.
Beard by establishing this endowed Fellowship.
Though the primary goal has been achieved, additional contribu-
tions to the Beard Fellowship can still be made, and are welcome.
Payment of pledges over time can be arranged. Cash gifts should be
made payable to The Ohio State University Foundation, Beard
Fellowship Account #410936, and sent to: The Ohio State University,
Agricultural Development Office, 152 Howlett Hall, 2001 Fyffe Court,
Columbus, OH 43210. All contributions are tax deductible. Further
information can be obtained by calling Lynda Heyl, OSU Agricultural
Development Office (614) 292-0473.
Dr. James Beard
Dr. Beard is President and Chief Scientist of
the International Sports Turf Institute INC.,
Professor Emeritus of Turfgrass Science at
Texas A&M University, teacher, mentor,
research scientist, worldwide consultant
and internationally recognized leader in
Turfgrass Science. He is the author of 257
scientific papers, 382 popular articles, and
in collaboration with his wife Harriet, has
authored five books, and a laboratory manu-
al. His vision and leadership were instru-
mental in the formation of the Noer
Turfgrass Collection at Michigan State
University, the International Turfgrass
Research Conference, and the US Golf
Association Research Fund. Dr. Beard has
presented numerous invitational papers at
international conferences and symposia,
and served as technical advisor to turfgrass
organizations in the U.S.A., Argentina,
Canada, England, Europe, Far East, Australia,
New Zealand, Japan, Korea, Southeast Asia,
and South Africa. He was President of the
Crop Science Society of America, the
International Turfgrass Society, and has
served on many national committees includ-
ing the Roadside Development
Committee/National Research Council,
Research Advisory Committee of the O. J.
Noer Research Foundation, Musser
International Turfgrass Foundation Board of
Directors, and Southern Regional Task Force
on Plants to Enhance Man’s Environment.
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OTF & Green Industry News
2003 Ohio Turfgrass Conference & Show Update
T he OTF Program Development and Trade Show
PLEASE MAKE NOTE OF THE
Development Committees have been hard at work
planning this year’s conference and show. Many
exciting changes and additions have been planned for
FOLLOWING AND PLAN ACCORDINGLY!
this year, with a few more surprises in the works. 1.Pre-Conference Workshops will be
A fantastic educational program has been devel- Tuesday (not Monday, as in the past)
oped that should cater to the needs of all turfgrass
professionals. Highlights of the program include: 2.The Trade Show will open Tuesday at
4:30 pm for a Welcome Reception (not
• Former OSU Football Coach Earle Bruce will Tuesday morning)
speak before the Welcome Reception on Tuesday 3.The Keynote will be Wednesday morning
• GCSAA Workshop featuring OSU’s Ed McCoy (not Tuesday)
• Athletic Fields Workshop, Dr. Dave Minner, Iowa 4.Golf Course and Sports Turf Panels will
State be Thursday night (not Tuesday)
• Technicians Workshop - a new all-day workshop
5.The Morning with the USGA will be Friday
for Assistants and Technicians
morning (not Wednesday)
• Mechanics Workshop with Erik Duncanson
• Sod Producers - a new 1/2 day track of education
for sod producers
• Leading national speaker Jim Paluch, JP Horizons
will train Top Level Management in the lawn care
industry (sponsored by OLCA)
• Dave Mellor, Director of Grounds, Boston Red Sox
A Greener Future
• Dr. Leah Brillman, Seed Research of Oregon, will
give a general session talk
• And more
See pages 12-13 for a list of educational sessions by
day. Complete details and registration information will
mail and be available at www.OhioTurfgrass.org in
September.

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December 9–12, 2003
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December 9–12, 2003
2003 Ohio Turfgrass Conference & Show Preview
Following is a brief listing of educational sessions to be offered this year:

Tuesday, December 9, 2003
Assistant/Technicians Workshop
9:00 AM–10:00 AM
Safety—For Technicians and Assistants
Bob Brockmeyer, American Safety & Health
10:00 AM–11:00 AM
Seed Labels, Storage, etc.
Skip Lynch, Seed Research of Oregon
11:00 AM–11:50 AM
Soils Boot Camp
Dr. Charles Darrah, CLC LABS
1:00 PM–1:50 PM
Nutrient Sources and Fertilizer Labels
Dr. Charles Mancino
2:00 PM–2:50 PM
Turfgrass Fertilizer Calculations
Deborah Holdren, The Ohio State University
3:00 PM–3:50 PM
Basic Irrigation
Joel Braun, Century Equipment
1:00 PM–2:00 PM
Plant Growth Regulators—Modes of
Action & Use Strategies
Dr. Karl Danneberger, The Ohio State University
2:00 PM–2:50 PM
Biocontrols—Latest Developments
& Use Strategies
Dr. David Shetlar, The Ohio State University
3:00 PM–4:00 PM
Understanding Endophytes and
Their Use in Pest Management
Dr. Parwinder Grewal, The Ohio State
University/OARDC
Sports Turf Workshop
9:00 AM–4:00 PM
Sports Fields: Understanding Wear
& Tear and What To Do About It
Dr. Dave Minner, Iowa State University
Opening General Session
4:00 PM–4:30 PM
Earle Bruce, former OSU Head Football Coach
Golf
1:00 PM–1:50 PM
Before You Buy: Understanding
Soil Microbiology & Turf
Dr. Ron Turco, Purdue University
2:00 PM–2:50 PM
Water Quality Issues Related to Fungicide
Performance on Turf
Dr. Paul Vincelli, The University of Kentucky
3:00 PM–3:50 PM
New Technologies and Golf Course Design
Dr. Mike Hurdzan, Hurdzan/Fry Golf Course Design
Lawn & Grounds
1:00 PM–1:50 PM
Pesticide Exposure: What Is Your
Exposure & How to Calculate Risk
Dr. Fred Whitford, Purdue University
2:00 PM–2:50 PM
Improving the Precision of
Pesticide Applications
Dr. George Hamilton, Penn State University
3:00 PM–3:50 PM
Answering Your Customers Questions About

GCSAA Workshop
WEDNESDAY, December 10, 2003 Pesticides
Dr. Fred Whitford, Purdue University
9:00 AM–4:00 PM General Session
Golf Course Soils Without A Shovel 8:00 AM–8:50 AM Sod Producer
Dr. Ed McCoy, The Ohio State University/OARDC New Developments in Kentucky Bluegrass 1:00 PM–1:50 PM
& Perennial Ryegrass Breeding Strategies for Extending the Shelf Life of Sod
OSU Pesticide Workshop Dr. Leah Brillman, Seed Research of Oregon Dr. Charles Darrah, CLC LABS
9:00 AM–12:00 PM
Insecticides & Miticides—Modes of Keynote 2:00 PM–2:50 PM
Action & Use Strategies 9:00 AM–9:50 AM Compensating Your Employees
Dr. David Shetlar, The Ohio State University Ed Wandtke, Wandtke & Associates
Mechanics Workshop
10:00 AM–11:00 AM 10:00 AM–1:00 PM 3:00 PM–3:50 PM
Herbicides—Modes of Action & Use Strategies Mechanics Workshop New Grasses and Future Breeding
Dr. David Gardner, The Ohio State University Eric Duncanson Dr. Leah Brillman, Seed Research of Oregon

11:00 AM–12:00 PM Sports Turf

Fungicides—Modes of Action & Use Strategies 1:00 PM–1:50 PM
Joe Rimelspach, The Ohio State University Infield Management
Doug Gallant, Cincinnati Reds

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2:00 PM–2:50 PM
Eight Easy Steps
Jeffrey Fowler, Penn State University
3:00 PM–3:50 PM
Before You Buy: Understanding
Soil Microbiology & Turf
Dr. Ron Turco, Purdue University
Evening Workshop
7:00 PM–8:50 PM
Turf “Bugs:” Some Suck, Some Don’t!
Dr. David Shetlar, The Ohio State University
Thursday, December 11, 2003
General
9:00 AM–9:50 AM
Grey Leafspot—Latest Developments
and Control Strategies
Dr. Paul Vincelli, The University of Kentucky
10:00 AM–10:50 AM
Managing Landscapes without Pesticides
Dr. Parwinder Grewal, The Ohio State
University/OARDC
11:00 AM–12:00 PM
Diagnosing the Misapplication of Pesticides
Dr. George Hamilton, Penn State University
Golf
8:00 AM–8:50 AM
USGA—The Year in Review
Bob Brame, United States Golf Association
9:00 AM–9:50 AM
Possible Solutions to Your Labor Problems
Ken Flisek, The Club at Nevillewood
10:00 AM–10:50 AM
Safety - Business & Management Practices
Gary Hanson, American Safety & Health
11:00 AM–11:50 AM
Resistance to Fungicides - Where Are We?
Dr. Paul Vincelli, The University of Kentucky
3:00 PM–3:50 PM
Assessment of Plant Available Nutrients
Dr. Charles Darrah, CLC LABS
4:00 PM–4:50 PM
Basamid—New Chemical Option
for Green/Fairway Renovation
Dr. George Hamilton, Penn State University
5:00 PM–7:00 PM
Green Speed & New Technology—
Are We On The Edge
Mr. Bob Brame, United States Golf Association
Dr. George Hamilton, Penn State University
Skip Lynch, Seed Research of Oregon
Lawn & Grounds Technical
8:00 AM–8:50 AM
Grub Control in Lawns
Dr. Albrecht Koppenhöfer, Rutgers University
9:00 AM–9:50 AM
Pesticides & Human Health
Joanne Kick-Raack, The Ohio State University
10:00 AM–12:30 PM
Turfgrass & Grassy Weed ID and Contest Friday, December 12, 2003
Doug Hague, Lawn Classics
Dr. David Gardner, The Ohio State University, General Session
1:00 PM–1:50 PM
2:00 PM– 2:50 PM ODA Update & Case Studies
Insect Biocontrols in Lawns Bob DeVeny, Ohio Department of Agriculture Pesticide
Dr. Albrecht Koppenhöfer, Rutgers University Regulation
3:00 PM–4:50 PM Golf
Landscape Bed Establishment & Maintenance 7:30 AM–10:00 AM
Joe Boggs, The Ohio State University Morning with the USGA
Jim Chatfield, The Ohio State University/OARDC Bob Brame, United States Golf Association
Randy Zondag, The Ohio State University
9:00 AM–12:00 PM
Lawn Care Business Range Maintenance/Stretching the Budget/Turf
Tips/ Changing Workforces
9:15 AM–10:45 AM
People Solutions—Part One Rick Tyler, Blackhawk Golf Club
Jim Paluch, JP Horizons, Inc.
10:00 AM–12:00 PM
11:00 AM–11:50 AM Range Maintenance/Stretching the
Systems to Drive The Performance Budget/Turf Tips/ Changing Workforces
of a Successful Lawn Care Business Bob Brame, United States Golf Association
Phil Fogarty, WeedMan Kyle Frederick, Rattle Snake Ridge Golf Club
Wes Kitchen, Locust Hills Golf Club
3:00 PM–4:30 PM Eric Moulin, Four Bridges Country Club
People Solutions—Part Two Mark Rawlins, Longaberger Golf Club
Jim Paluch, JP Horizons, Inc. Randy Shaver, Strategic Golf Alliance, Inc.
Rick Tyler, Blackhawk Golf Club
Sports Turf
8:30 AM–10:00 AM Lawn & Grounds
Morning with the NFL/MLS/MLB 8:00 AM–8:50 AM
Darian Daily, Paul Brown Stadium Managing Scale Insects
Doug Gallant, Cincinnati Reds Dr. David Shetlar, The Ohio State University
Matt Williams, Crew Soccer Stadium
Moderator: Boyd Montgomery, Sylvania Recreation 9:00 AM–9:50 AM
Managing Borers That Attack
10:00 AM–10:50 AM Ohio Trees & Shrubs
Sports Field Maintenance & Drainage Options Dr. Dan Herms, The Ohio State University/OARDC
Bob Hudzik, Penn State University
10:00 AM–10:50 AM
11:00 AM–11:50 AM Control of Chinch Bugs in Home Lawns
New Developments in Dr. David Shetlar, The Ohio State University
Tall Fescues and Use Strategies
Dr. Leah Brillman, Seed Research of Oregon 11:00 AM–11:50 AM
Tips on Mole Control
3:00 PM–3:50 PM Tom Schmidt, The Moleman
Kentucky Bluegrass Characterization
and Blending Strategies Miscellaneous License Categories
Dr. Leah Brillman 8:00 AM–8:50 AM
Seed Research of Oregon Aquatic Weed Management
Dr. Bill Lynch, The Ohio State University, School of
4:00 PM–4:50 PM Natural Resources
Planning, Protection and
Public Relations for Extra Events 9:00 AM–9:50 AM
Dave Mellor Pantry Pests
Boston Red Sox Ms. Barb Bloetscher, The Ohio State University
Mosquito Management and the West Nile Virus
5:00 PM–7:00 PM Robert Restifo, State of Ohio—Bureau of Infectious
Ten Most Asked Questions Disease Control
Bob Hudzik, Penn State University
Jeff Limburg, Toledo Mud Hens 11:00 AM–11:50 AM
Dave Mellor, Boston Red Sox Industrial Vegetation Control
Boyd Montgomery, Sylvania Recreation Randy Zondag, The Ohio State University
John Mott, The Ohio State University
Pamela Sherratt, The Ohio State University Sports Turf
Moderator: Jeffrey Fowler, Penn State University 8:00 AM–8:50 AM
Renovation & Construction
Jeffrey Fowler, Penn State University
9:00 AM–12:00 PM
Athletic Field and General Grounds/Lawn
Presentation—Agronomically and Aesthetically
Enhancing You & Your Turf
Dave Mellor, Boston Red Sox
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 Golf Course Tips
White Grub Control
in 2003
Dr. David J. Shetlar (the BugDoc)
Department of Entomology • The Ohio State University

How bad will they be?

Of course, the number one question this year is:
“How bad will the grubs be this year?” Unfortunately,
this simple question rarely has an equally simple
answer! In essence, each course will have varying grub
populations which are largely dependent on last year’s
grub populations. If you had few grub “hot spots” last
year, then your course is likely at low risk this year. If
you had major problems with grubs last year, expect
them again! Other than that generalization, we can
state that white grub populations are largely driven by
weather conditions at two critical periods—when they
pupate in late May into June and when the eggs are
deposited into the soil.
Over the last decade, I have seen significant reduc-
tions in grub populations because of heavy rains in May
and early June. At this time, the pupae have been
formed and these helpless forms are at the mercy of
surrounding conditions. When soils become saturated,
oxygen in the pupal chambers is lost and the pupae
can literally drown. This can occur if the pupae are
immersed in completely saturated soils for 48 to 72
hours. Much of southern Ohio experienced these con-
ditions this year in June. Black turfgrass ataenius grubs
(an early predictor of what is going on in our turf) have
been very scarce this summer, most likely to saturated
soils.

Table 1. Comparison of Grub Insecticide Efficacy by Time of Application

(using Japanese Beetle & Masked Chafer Data)
rate ave%control (#tests)
Insecticide lb.ai./a. May June July to Aug 16 to Sept 10

Halofenozide 1.5 88.4 (7) 94.4 (23) 88.3 (20) 89.6 (19) 77.7 (27)
(=MACH2) 2.0 ? ? ? ? ?
Imidacloprid 0.3 69.8 (12) 90.6 (18) 94.5 (23) 94.5 (27) 94.2 (34)
(=Merit) 0.4 62.0 (1) 88.0 (1) 89.0 (1) 82.0 (1)

From studies published in Arthropod Managment Tests (1976-2002), using Japanese beetle and masked chafer efficacy
data where checks had 4+ grubs per square foot and significant results. (Six studies from Shetlar (1999-2001) were used
that were not published in AMT.)
May = May 1 to May 31), June = June 1 to June 30, July = July 1 to July 31, to Aug 16 (= Aug 1 to Aug 16), to Sept 10
(=Aug 17 to Sept 10).

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 What Should I Use to Control Grubs?
The second most common question is: “What
On the other hand, white grub eggs need moist soil
should I use to control grubs?” And, a common
for their development. Remember that virtually all
corollary to this question is: “Should I rotate insecti-
white grub females lay a “dehydrated” egg. These eggs
cides since I’ve been using the same product for the
must absorb moisture, commonly doubling their size
last four or five years?”
within 48 hours, in order to complete development.
The answers to these questions haven’t changed.
How dry does it have to be before grub eggs can’t devel-
Both imidacloprid (=Merit) and halofenozide
op? Wilting point of the turf! This actually happened
(MACH2) are the top performing, registered, grub
over much of Ohio last year, but at the time of the writ-
control products. Both work best when applied as
ing of this article, it appears that July 2003 may be a nor-
“preventive” applications from mid-May to grub egg
mal or slightly wetter than normal period. This can
hatch (late July), and both work pretty well as “cura-
allow for an increase in white grub populations, but I
tive” applications (after mid-August into early
have found that it often takes two to three seasons for
September). I have listed these two products by
white grub populations to build up to excessive levels.
time of application in Table 1. NOTE! Most of the
published information on MACH2 performance
was at the old rate of 1.5 lb.ai./acre and the new
label rate is at 2.0 lb. This higher rate has increased
the performance of MACH2 as an earlier preventive
treatment and it has made it an equal competitor
with Merit in curative applications.
Concerning rotation of products, this is never a
bad idea, but there are still no data to support that
rotation is necessary. We have no field evidence of
accelerated microbial degradation (the major prob-
lem that occurred with Oftanol) nor development
of resistance where Merit or MACH2 have been
used repeatedly.

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Residential Turf Tips
Grubs are no Match for
the New Nematode Strains
Dr. Parwinder Grewal and Kevin Power
Department of Entomology • The Ohio State University, OARDC, Wooster
How effective are new nematode strains for
grub control? Newly discovered strains of ento-
mopathogenic nematodes are proving to be highly
effective for the control of white grubs. In our recent
laboratory and turfgrass trials, two nematode species
Heterorhabditis zealandica X1 strain and Heterorhabditis bac-
teriophora GPS11 strain have shown exceptional poten-
tial for control of the Japanese beetle and Northern
masked chafer grubs. In all the tests conducted during
1999–2001, the nematodes were applied in September
at 2.5 x 109 infective juveniles/ha in water using a sprin-
kling can and the treated turf was irrigated with 2.5–12
mm of water immediately after nematode application.
H. zealandica X1 strain provided 73–98% control of the
mature Japanese beetle grubs and 54–92% control of
the mature Northern masked chafer grubs. H. bacterio-
phora GPS11 strain resulted in 34–97% control of the
Japanese beetle and 35–83% control of the Northern
masked chafer. Except for one occasion, grub control
provided by the X1 strain was always equal to or better
than trichlorfon (Dylox 6.2G) and that by the GPS11
strain was always equal to trichlorfon. The old strain of
H. bacteriophora (HP88 strain) provided only 52 and
36% control of Japanese beetle and masked chafer,
respectively. Halofenozide (Mach 2 2SC) and imidaclo-
prid (Merit 75 WP) applied as preventative treatments
in July provided 97–98% control of P. japonica.
Imidacloprid applied as a curative treatment in
September provided only 47% control of masked
chafer but 0% control of Japanese beetle. Trichlorfon
applied as a curative treatment in September provided
29–92% control of Japanese beetle, 49% control of
masked chafer and 0–77% control of mixed popula-
tions of the two grub species. Diazinon provided 76%
control of masked chafer when applied in May against
the overwintered population. A combined analysis of
the results from all 9 trials containing 49 treatments
indicates that the predictability in the control of
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Japanese beetle and masked chafer by the new X1 strain
of H. zealandica and the GPS11 strain of H. bacteriophora
applied at 2.5 x 109 infective juveniles/ha is equal to or
better than the curative application of chemical insecti-
cides, diazinon and trichlorfon.
What is the best time to apply nematodes for
grub control? Turfgrass trials conducted in 2001 and
2002 comparing the susceptibility of the Japanese beetle
grub instars to H. bacteriophora, GPS11 strain indicate
that the best time to apply nematodes is August. The
2001 field test resulted in being 75%, 53% and 33%
control of the first, second, and third instars at 69, 28
and 9 DAT (days after treatment), respectively. The 14
DAT data in 2002 showed control of the first, second,
and third instar to be 55%, 53%, and 0%, respectively.
The 2002 final field data collected in October indicated
97%, 88% and 0% control of first, second, and third
instars at 66, 43 and 14 DAT, respectively. Data on mor-
tality of different instar grubs exposed in the laboratory
to different concentrations of nematodes confirmed that
the younger grub instars were more susceptible to the
nematodes than the mature grubs. These results indi-
cate that nematode applications targeted against the
first and second instars are more effective than those
against third instars. Also soil temperature in September
and October rapidly decline, often reaching below 15°C
by the beginning of October, when the grubs are in the
third stage. Therefore, nematode applications made in
August and early September will provide more pre-
dictable control than those made in October, due to the
more appropriate temperature for nematode activity.
Early nematode applications may also provide an oppor-
tunity for nematodes to recycle and cause secondary
infections, resulting in even higher grub control.
Want to learn more about nematodes?
Check the web site at www.oardc.ohio-
state.edu/nematodes
Sports Turf Tips
Maximizing Roots &
Shoots This Summer
Pamela J. Sherratt, Dr. John R. Street and Dr. Karl Danneberger
The Ohio State University • Department of Horticulture & Crop Science
W ith fall athletic sports just around the corner,
the aim is to have 100% cover of desirable grass with
a deep, healthy root system. This will provide the
maximum playing surface stability or “traction”.
Surface traction, measured by, and sometimes
referred to as “shear strength” between the athlete
and the playing surface enables the player to make
movements without incurring injury. If the traction
is too low, falling and slipping will occur. If too high,
there is a danger of the players’ feet jarring or lock-
ing to the surface and causing injury. Accordingly,
traction is an important consideration for athlete
safety and performance.
There is a positive correlation between traction
and level of grass cover, a relationship noted by
many studies. This means that the surface traction
increases as the amount of grass cover increases.
Conversely, once grass cover is lost, the traction lev-
els are significantly reduced. This is particularly evi-
dent on sand-based fields, where surface stability is
lost once grass cover is reduced to less than 15%.
Loss of grass cover is influenced by the amount of
play the field gets, but is more rapid on poorly
drained soils. On a well-grassed sand rootzone,
research has also shown that plant roots increase the
traction/shear strength by a factor of two to three
times. Turfgrass root growth is governed to a large
extent by soil temperatures. High soil temperatures
play an especially sinister role because the symptoms
are not easily detected visually. The optimum soil
temperatures for cool season turfgrass root growth is
50 to 65°F (10 to 18°C). As temperatures increase,
root growth slows and begins to decline. Once soil
temperatures are greater than 75°F (24°C), root loss
exceeds 50 percent.
Cool Season Grass Dormancy The bluegrasses (Poa
sp.), ryegrasses (Lolium sp.), and fescues (Festuca sp.) all per-
form best under cooler temperatures (60 to 75°F). When
temperatures begin to rise above 80°F, and soil moisture
becomes limited, cool season turfgrasses respond by going
into dormancy. In general, these grasses can be expected
to survive in a dormant condition for up to 4 to 6 weeks
with limited damage if summer temperatures are at or
below normal. If daytime temperatures are high (mid-80’s
or greater) consistently through the stress period, the grass
plants may begin to show injury after 3-4 weeks.
Moisture Stress The interaction between high tempera-
ture and moisture can be demonstrated through the use of
a hypothetical scenario. For example, a Kentucky bluegrass
athletic turf in the northern United States has active shoot
and root growth during middle to late spring because both
air and soil temperatures fall within the optimum range. As
summer approaches and temperatures exceed the opti-
mum, shoot and stem growth slows. From a management
perspective, reduced shoot and stem growth decreases the
wear tolerance and recuperative ability of the turf.
Concurrently, as soil temperatures increase root growth
slows, and begins to die as temperatures rise above 75°F.
Thus, we have moved from a turf that has a relatively deep
root system during spring, to a shallow root system in the
summer, due in a large part to temperature.
Now, as the plant begins to cool itself during high
afternoon temperatures, transpiration rates increase.
Subsequently, more water is needed from the rootzone.
Given soil temperatures are high, a shallow root system
does not provide enough moisture to the plant to meet its
demands on hot sunny low humidity day. Thus, stomates
close to conserve moisture causing a rise in plant tempera-
ture. If the lack of moisture continues, wilting will occur.
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 Conversely, if the field is highly compacted due to
soil texture and structure turfgrass decline can occur
because too much water is present. On compacted soils,
root systems are restricted compared to non-compacted
soils. As soil temperatures increase, we observe a greater
reduction in the root system. If the compacted soil
becomes water logged during high soil temperatures,
significant root loss occurs (within hours). Contributing
to this rapid root loss is the lack of oxygen in the root-
zone. Oxygen is needed for active water uptake by roots.
Thus, we have a situation where plenty of water is pre-
sent in the rootzone (albeit a shallow root system) but
the plant cannot take it up. The end result is plant wilt.
This wilting is sometimes referred to as “wet wilt”.
Management Strategies High temperature-
moisture stress on an athletic field can be minimized
through fundamentally good management practices:
• Alleviate compacted soils. Frequent coring in spring,
before the summer stress time, will enhance root
growth and oxygen exchange. An extensive root
system provides the potential for greater transpira-
tion power.
• Proper turfgrass selection. If supplemental irrigation
is not possible, choose a turf that is well adapted to
minimal maintenance. For example, tall fescue has
excellent heat and drought tolerance compared to
other cool season turfgrasses.
• Monitor soil temperatures. As the soil temperature
increases to 75°F use
this as a key to the
beginning of turfgrass
stress and adjust man-
agement practices
accordingly. For exam-
ple, stressful practices
like scarifying and aera-
tion should be restrict-
Figure 1: Deep tine aerator. Once soil
ed (Figure 1).
temperatures hit 75°F, stressful practices
such as aeration, scarifying, & verti-cut-
• attack, such as brown patch and pythium. This is espe-
ting etc. should be restricted. spring is
the best time for these practices.
Raise mowing heights.
Taller grass will have
deeper, more exten-
sive root systems than
short cut grass, which will help grass plants with-
stand summer stresses. Higher cut grass will also
provide more shading of the soil, thereby keeping
soil temperatures cooler and reducing evaporation
of soil moisture. Higher cut grass will also have more
leaf area available for photosynthesis. The cardinal
rule of mowing is not to remove more than one
than 1/3 of the leaf tissue with any one cutting.
Never mow grass that is under stress or witling as
this will result in direct physical injury to the tissue.
• Nitrogen fertilization should be maintained at low
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to moderate levels to reduce stress from over stimula-
tion of growth. Nitrogen fertilizer should be applied
lightly in the spring and summer and more heavily in
the fall on cool-season grasses. Heavy spring fertiliza-
tion promotes more top growth, reduced root growth,
and a more lush/succulent plant growth, resulting in
a reduced ability to withstand summer stress. High
nitrogen fertilization in the summer poses a physiolog-
ical stress on the grass due to a depletion of carbohy-
drate/food levels. Research from Michigan State indi-
cates that surface shear
strength is increased
significantly by the low Figure 2: A rain train on a high school
rate/frequent applica- soccer field. watering during the day may
be difficult if games are scheduled, but
tions, compared to watering at night will promote disease
attack, especially in July & August.
high rate/infrequent
applications. Today,
the summer fertiliza-
tion recommendation
is to use a nitrogen fer-
tilizer that contains an
N:K ratio of 3:2 to 1:1,
with the nitrogen com-
ponent low-moderate
in the summer, and at
least 50% slow-release.
• Water the turf correctly, or allow it to go dormant.
Correct irrigation is applied deeply and infrequently
(approximately 1" of water/week in the summer), and
when the plant shows signs of moisture stress.
Irrigation is designed to replace water lost due to
evapotranspiration (ET) and this occurs most readily
in the summer (i.e. 0.1-0.3" per day). To ensure that
the water does not run off, especially on finer textured
or compacted soils, apply irrigation in cycles (e.g.
three ten-minute cycles, compared to one thirty-
minute cycle).
• Do not irrigate at night, especially at dusk (figure 2).
If leaf tissue remains wet for prolonged periods of
time, the turf is considerably more prone to disease
cially important in July & August, when nighttime
temperatures can be above 70°F. Irrigate as early in
the morning if possible. This will offer best use of the
water because much of the irrigation water will be lost
to evaporation if applied mid-day.
We hope that you have found STT informative. Our
aim is to provide you with articles on athletic field related
subjects. If you have any questions, or would like to sug-
gest subject matter for future tips, please contact us:
Dr. John R Street—street.1@osu.edu
Pam Sherratt—sherratt.1@osu.edu
Dr. Karl Danneberger—danneberger.1@osu.edu
Member
Spotlight















Advice From A Pro
OTF member Jean Esposito is a second-genera-
tion green professional. Her father and mother start-
ed Hinckley Hills Golf Course in 1962, and the club
has been family owned and operated since that time.
Esposito is currently the golf course superintendent,
and her husband is assistant superintendent and head
mechanic.
Aim for a good education
Esposito credits her parents with her involvement
in the green industry and her strong belief in the
value of classroom and field education. They involved
her in the green industry at an early age. “My father
used to take me along to courses The Scotts Company
used to conduct for customers. I did not always under-
stand what the course leader was talking about, but at
some point during the course, I would hear a term I
recognized from hearing my parents talk, and the
course content would start to come together,” says
Esposito. “I attended Bluffton College and majored in
education. Then I returned to the green industry,” she
says.
Join a professional association
“Professional associations, such as Ohio Turfgrass
Foundation and Golf Course Superintendents
Association of America, offer the educational
resources and the practical, in-depth information
needed for various specialty areas,” says Esposito.
“They offer an all-important connection to other
younger and older green professionals.”
Esposito was the president of the Northern Ohio
Chapter of GCSAA in 1987 and again in 1995 and
1996.
Jean Exposito
Golf Course Superintendent
Hinckley Hills Golf Club
Stay in touch with other professionals
“We are lucky to be in a profession where people share
information, solutions and innovations,” says Esposito. “We
talk about our good and the bad experiences because we
know that value is to be found in the experience each pro-
vides. And if you visit other facilities, you can see the good
and bad in play and discuss solutions.”
“Hinckley Hills Golf Course is one of five golf courses in
only 27 square miles,” says Esposito. “Every golf course
superintendent has to deal with nature and the weather to
meet the expectations of golfers who see the world’s pre-
miere courses as the norm. It helps to have other superin-
tendents to talk with.”
For example, Esposito recalls how David Webner,
Superintendent, Westwood Country Club shared the value
of using a fiberglass whipping pole to help with spring
cleanup. “This was a beneficial process we now employ
because David, a colleague, was generous enough to share
it,” says Esposito.
Listen to your vendors
“Welcome your sales representatives,” says Esposito;
“Most have the latest product information and are willing
to share it.” When asked if product representatives are a
bit biased, Esposito says a few may be, but most will let you
know if a product is not the best solution. Many also offer
excellent quick courses in products and practices.
“Vendors have learned that if they put sales before cus-
tomer need, it will come back to haunt them,” she says.
“Many product manufacturers are putting a good number
of representatives in the field who have been in the sector.
So, communications with manufacturers has improved
greatly. They are better able to help you arrive at the best
practice or product for your situation.”
Hinckley Hills Golf Course is located at 300 State Road
in Hinckley, Ohio.
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New Growth and Technology

A Review and Update on Research

and the Activity of Dollar Spot on
Golf Courses and Lawns in Ohio
J.W. Rimelspach and Dr. M.J. Boehm
Department of Plant Pathology
The Ohio State University

Dollar spot (Sclerotinia homoeocarpa) is considered the number one turf disease in Ohio
requiring more fungicide applications to manage than any other turf disease. In recent years many
have been increasingly challenged to manage the disease. The following information is to assist in the
understanding and management of this disease. Topics included are; an overview of epidemiology, recent
weather patterns and impact on disease severity, fungicide label update,
and OSU dollar spot fungicide evaluation data.

Epidemiology —Is the study of disease

initiation, development, and spread.

There are many aspects that are unknown or not • The fungus can produce a material during active
fully understood. growth that is toxic to bentgrass roots; this may be
associated with the slow recovery of damaged spots.
• Survives unfavorable conditions (overwinters) as • Night atmospheric humidity of 85% or higher (heavy
dormant mycelium in thatch, excessive thatch dew formation) is ideal.
significantly enhances the severity of dollar spot
• Dissemination is by movement of infected plant parts
problems.
and the mycelium.
• Pathogen growth initiation starts when tempera-
• Slow growing turf; due to limited soil moisture, low
ture reaches 60°F in the turf microenvironment
fertility levels, poor soil conditions, etc. is more
(in the turf canopy).
severely damaged and the damage persists.
• Maximum fungal growth occurs at 70°to 80°F in
• Soil pH and phosphorous levels are reported to have
the turf microenvironment.
limited influence on disease severity.
• Temperature range for fungal growth is 59–86°F;
• Turf susceptibility, can occur on all cool season
there are biotypes in southern USA that tolerate
grasses, however bentgrasses and some cultivars of
and grow well at higher temperatures.
Kentucky bluegrass are often most severely damaged.
• Long periods of wet foliage from; dew, fog, high
• Fungicide resistance is an increasing concern. OSU is
humidity, overcast skies, light rain, guttation fluid,
studying how wide spread this problem is and ways to
irrigation, etc. provide ideal conditions for
determine if resistance has occurred by developing a
pathogen growth.
laboratory test to help turf managers plan the most
effective fungicide strategy.

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Weather Conditions—Dollar spot severi-
ty can be greatly influence by yearly weather
patterns.
As outlined in the previous information on epi-
demiology, environmental conditions /weather, plays
a major role in the growth and development of the
pathogen. The activity of most turfgrass diseases is
determined by the environmental factors of tempera-
ture and moisture. The following weather data Table 1
contains the average temperature by month and notes
the departure (+/-) from the normal monthly temper-
ature. Precipitation data is not included since it was
extremely variable across the state. In the 2000 season
there were many golf course superintendents that
found management of dollar spot to be extremely dif-
ficult. A major reason for this was the long period of
time that weather conditions were almost ideal for the
growth of the pathogen Sclerotinia homoeocarpa.
The spring was warmer than normal which accellerat-
ed the growth and development of the pathogen. So
disease onset was early and more aggressive than in
most years. Then the summer that followed had cool-
er then normal temperatures, which again was nearly
ideal for the pathogen to grow. The high disease activ-
ity in the spring, through the summer, and into the
fall made 2000 one of the most ideal for continous dis-
ease activity. The contrasting situation was the summer
of 2002. Spring was warmer than normal or about nor-
mal and dollar spot started, but the summer was much
warmer then normal and the disease activity dropped
off sharply and did not reoccur until well into the fall.
Much of the state last summer was quite dry which fur-
ther reduced dollar spot growth and development,
making disease pressure low and easier to manage. In
2001 there was a mixture of high and low tempera-
tures and the activity of the disease was variable.
Fungicide Label Change—Sweeping
changes in chlorothalonil labels.
Recently chlorothalonil has gone through the
R.E.D. (Re-registration Eligibility Document) process.
EPA uses this process to review from time to time
whether a pesticide should be allowed to retain its reg-
istration. This is a comprehensive review and may
require extensive additional tests and data.
After this review, the following label changes were
made to ALL chlorothalonil products and apply to all
manufactures. The limits to maximum use per acre
per year is an accumulation of all chlorothalonil prod-
ucts. All applications of chlorothalonil need to be
added together regardless of the manufacturer to cal-
culate the amount applied to an area. If there are any
questions read and follow the label on the product.
Old product can be use in accordance with the label
on the package.

Table 1. Weather Data

The Ohio State University /OSU Turfgrass Research Center • Columbus, Ohio
2001 Avg. Temp. 2001 Avg. Temp. 2002 Avg. Temp. Normal Avg. Temp
April 1-30 51.7 (+ 0.6) 56.5 (+ 5.4) 54.5 ( + 3.4 ) 51.1
May 1-31 65.7 (+ 4.3) 63.3 (+ 1.9) 59.0 ( - 2.4 ) 61.4
June 1-30 71.1 (+ 1.3) 70.9 (+ 0.5) 73.9 ( + 3.5 ) 70.4
July 1-31 72.4 (- 1.8) 74.0 (- 0.2) 78.3 ( + 4.1 ) 74.2
Aug 1-31 71.5 (- 1.1) 75.2 (+ 2.4) 76.1 ( + 3.5 ) 72.6
Sept. 1-30 64.5 (- 1.6) 64.1 (- 2.2) 70.5 ( + 4.4 ) 66.1

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chlorothalonil label changes and restrictions:
•
Seasonal max:
73 lbs active ingredient /A/season on greens
(89 lb Daconil Ultrex)
• 52lbs active ingredient /A/season on tees
(63 lb Daconil Ultrex)
• 26 lbs active ingredient /A/season on fairways
(32 lb Daconil Ultrex)
Maximum individual rate:
• A limite of one single application at a rate greater
than 7.3 lbs active ingredient /A / season is
allowed for fairways, sod frams, commercial lawns,
parks, athletic fields and recreational lawns. (8.8
lbs Daconil Ultrex/A )
• A limit of two applications at a rate greater than
11.3 lbs active ingredient /A / season is allowed
for golf course greens and tees. (14 lbs Daconil
Ultrex/A )
Minimum spray interval:
• 7 days (14 days at the 14 lb/A rate)
Site restrictions:
• Can NOT be used on residential lawns.
Remember to read and follow the label
on all products.
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Fungicides evaluated for control of
dollar spot in 2002.
The test was conducted at The OSU Turfgrass
Research Center, Columbus, OH on a stand of creep-
ing bentgrass established in 1997. Mowing height was
0.19," clippings were removed and the area was irrigat-
ed as needed. Fertilizer was applied with18-4-18 in
May (0.5 lb N/1000 sq ft). The soil was Crosby B silt
loam, pH 7.3. Individual plots measured 3 ft x 5 ft,
and were arranged in a randomized complete block
design with three replications. Treatments were
applied with a hand-held, CO2-powered boom sprayer,
6503 TeeJet nozzles, 40 psi, water volume was 2.0
gal/1000 sq ft. Treatments were started on June
11with the last application made September 24.Due to
above normal temperatures conditions were not con-
ducive for dollar spot until late summer and fall. The
experimental area was also inoculated with millet seed
inoculum in late Aug. No fungicide resistance to dol-
lar spot is known at the site.
Many treatments gave excellent control. Honor 50
WG 0.2 oz 14 days, Emerald 70 WG 0.13 oz 14 days,
Emerald 70 WG 0.18 oz 28 days, Propiconazole Pro
14.3 ME 2.0 fl oz 14 days, T methyl Pro 4.5 F and
50WP at 1.0 fl oz and 2.0 oz 14 days, Banner MAXX
1.3 MEC 1.0 fl oz 14 days, Banner MAXX 1.3 MEC 1.0
fl oz 21 days, Daconil Ultrex 82.5 WDG 1.6 oz and 3.2
oz 7 days, 3336 50 WP 2.0 oz 14 days, Chipco 26GT
2SC 4.0 fl oz 14 days, and MANhandle T & O WP 10.0
oz 21 days all demonstrated excellent disease
management.
Table 2. Effects of Fungicide Products, Formulations, Rates,
and Timing on Creeping Bentgrass Dollar Spot Incidence.
% plot area blighted by Dollar Spot
Application
Treatment and rate per 1000sq ft interval (day) 28 Aug 10 Sep 16 Sep 24 Sept 01 Oct

Untreated — 2.33 10.00 13.67 11.00 18.33

Insignia 20 WG 0.9 oz 14 0.00 0.67 1.33 0.67 2.33
Heritage 50 WP 0.4 oz 14 0.00 1.00 2.33 3.00 7.67
Emerald 70 WG 0.13 oz.z
Insignia 20 WG 0.9 oz 14 0.00 0.00 1.00 0.33 1.00
Honor 50 WG 0.2 oz 14 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Honor 50 WG 0.2 oz 28 0.00 0.00 0.33 0.00 0.00
Emerald 70 WG 0.13 oz 14 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Emerald 70 WG 0.18 oz 21 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.33 0.00
Emerald 70 WG 0.18 oz 28 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Propiconazole Pro 14.3 ME 1.0 fl oz 14 0.00 0.33 4.00 1.33 0.00
Propiconazole Pro 14.3 ME 2.0 fl oz 14 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
T methyl Pro 4.5 F 2.0 fl oz 14 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
T methyl Pro 4.5 F 1.0 fl oz 14 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
T methyl Pro 50 WP 2.0 fl oz 14 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.33 0.00
T methyl Pro 50 WP 1.0 fl oz 14 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.33 0.33
Dow Rotationy 14 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.67 2.67
Daconil Ultrex 82.5 WDG 3.2 ozv
Medallion 50 WP 0.33 oz
Banner MAXX 1.3 MEC 1.0 fl oz
Heritage 50 WP 0.2 oz 14 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.67
Banner MAXX 1.3 MEC 2.0 fl oz 21 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Banner MAXX 1.3 MEC 1.0 fl oz 14 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Medallion 50 WP 0.33 oz 14 0.00 0.00 1.33 0.00 0.67
Heritage 50 WP 0.2 oz 14 0.67 4.67 6.00 10.00 24.67
Daconil Ultrex 82.5 WDG 3.2 oz 14 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.67
Banner MAXX 1.3 MEC 1.0 fl oz +
Medallion 50 WP 0.33 oz 14 0.00 0.00 0.33 0.33 0.00
Banner MAXX 1.3 MEC 1.0 fl oz +
Heritage 50 WP 0.2 oz 14 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Banner MAXX 1.3 MEC 1.0 fl oz +
Daconil Ultrex 82.5 WDG 3.2 oz 14 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Heritage 50 WP 0.2 ozz
Daconil Ultrex 82.5 WDG 3.2 oz 14 0.00 0.67 2.00 1.00 0.33
Medallion 50 WP 0.33 ozz
Daconil Ultrex 82.5 WDG 3.2 oz 14 0.00 0.00 1.33 1.00 1.67
Spectro 90 WDG 4.0 oz 14 0.00 0.00 1.33 0.67 0.33
Heritage 50 WP 0.4 oz 28 0.33 1.33 5.67 7.33 6.33
Banner MAXX 1.3 MEC 1.0 fl oz 21 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.33
Banner MAXX 1.3 MEC 0.5 fl oz 14 0.00 0.00 0.67 0.00 0.00
Daconil Ultrex 82.5 WDG 3.2 oz 7 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Daconil Ultrex 82.5 WDG 1.6 oz 7 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 2.00
Chipco 26GT 2SC 4.0 fl oz 14 0.00 0.00 0.33 0.00 0.33
Zero Tol 12.0 fl oz 7 0.67 1.67 5.00 9.33 16.67
Fertilizer (18-3-18) 44.4 oz 14 0.00 1.00 3.00 3.67 6.67
Iprodione PRO 2 SC 4.0 fl oz 14 0.00 0.00 0.67 0.33 0.33
Clearys 3336 50 WP 2.0 oz 14 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
MANhandle T & O WP 10.0 oz 21 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.33
LSD0.05 0.99 4.19 6.01 4.66 9.74
z
Rotate between the materials on a 14 day interval.
y
Dow rotation 1. Eagle 40SP 0.6 oz, then Fore 75WG 6.0 oz, then Eagle 40SP 0.6 oz, then Eagle 40SP 0.6 oz, then ProStar 70 WG 1.5 oz,
then Fore 75WG 6.0 oz, then Chipco 26GT 2SC 4 fl oz, each at a 14 day interval.
v
Rotate thorough the materials on a 14 day interval
OTF TurfNews • Vol 65 • No. 4 • 2003 • Page 23
Graduate Student Corner
Dissertation Title

Finding Ways of Reducing

Nitrogen Fertilization Inputs
to Turfgrass Systems Co-Advisors:

Dr. David Gardner

Dr. John R. Street
Department of Horticulture and Crop Science
The Ohio State University

R
ichard’s previous education includes a
Bachelor of Science degree in Agronomy
from Delaware Valley College and a Master of
Science degree in Turfgrass Management from Cook
College, Rutgers University. His master’s thesis
research studied the effect of management practices
on the root growth of bentgrass.
The goal of Richard’s research is finding ways of
reducing Nitrogen (N) fertilization inputs to turfgrass
systems. The idea behind the research is that the lawn
care industry continues to be scrutinized because of
the belief that fertilizers pollute the environment.
Likewise many perceive manicured lawns as an unnec-
essary use of limited resources. Fertilization practices
that would reduce Nitrogen inputs without sacrificing
turfgrass quality would demonstrate a proactive
approach to addressing these concerns.
The research will pursue two areas of study. First,
the research will evaluate the fertility requirement of

Student: Richard Rathjens Kentucky bluegrass blends consisting of darker green

Degree: Ph.D.
Richard began his graduate study at Ohio State in
the fall of 2002. Richard is pursuing a Ph.D. degree
under the guidance of Dr. Dave Gardner and Dr. John
Street of the Department of Horticulture and Crops
Science.
versus more moderate green cultivars. It is speculated
that darker green cultivars may have a lower seasonal
N requirement and may also provide more consistent
quality between fertilizer applications. Second, the
research will evaluate the “Illinois Nitrogen Test”
(INT) for turfgrass use. The INT is a new test that
holds great promise in accurately fertilizing corn. The
test measures the amount of N released from the
organic matter in soil and can be used by farmers to
assess the need to add fertilizer. It is hoped that the
INT can quantify the amount of N released from the
organic matter in mature turfs thereby allowing a cor-
responding reduction in fertilizer rate.

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 OTF Guest C O L U M N

Windmill Scramble Reverse Raffle

Left- John Majernik, CGCS Right- Bob Duty L-R Bob Duty, Lenny Marino, Steve Blackburn

Northern Ohio Having Fun

Raising Funds!
T
he Northern Ohio GCSAA works very hard each year to raise money for our
Research and Scholarship fund. As of 2003, we hold two fund-raisers per year;
a golf outing and a reverse raffle.
The golf outing is hosted by Windmill Lakes Golf Club and Bob Doty with a clam-
bake following. Windmill has hosted the Annual Clambake and Golf outing for 12
years. It started as an end of the year golf outing where members could get together
for an inexpensive and informal day of golf and fun. Since this event traditionally hosts
a full field the members of Northern Ohio decided to combine the Research and
Scholarship outing with the Annual Clambake four years ago. Moneys are raised for
the research and scholarship fund through tee sign donations and raffles. Other hosts
to this outing have been Fowlers Mill Country Club and the Cleveland Metro Parks
Sleepy Hollow Golf Course.
The hospitality from Windmill Lakes Golf Club has been phenomenal over the
years. They are gracious enough to donate the golf and carts for the day. Without their
generosity this event would not be as successful or attract so many superintendents
from around Ohio and Pennsylvania. This outing hosts a full field of 156 golfers and
Sinatra Catering serves 180 for dinner every year. Through the generosity of everyone
involved we are able to raise approximately $4,000 every year.
Beginning in 2003 we incorporated a reverse raffle into our schedule to help fund
new research projects. This annual event is held in March in Kent, Ohio. Bob Doty,
Lenny Marino, and Steve Blackburn do a wonderful job orchestrating this event. The
best thing about this event is that it is not supported solely by our membership, but by
friends and family of the association also. Surprising to all we sold 200 tickets and
raised over $5,000 for the Research and Scholarship fund.
With the tremendous support of our members, friends and family we are now in
the process of choosing a project to be researched at Ohio State University. We will
also be starting a new scholarship program for our membership that will mirror the
GCSAA Legacy Scholarship.
A special Thank You goes out to everyone who has supported the Northern Ohio
GCSAA throughout the years.

Bob Doty and Michelle Frazier, CGCS

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Message From Your
Director of Education
Mark Your Calendars Right
T wo major OTF/OSU sponsored events are still
upcoming in 2003. The OSU Turfgrass Research Field
is scheduled fior August 13 at the OTF Research and
Educational Facility, Columbus, Ohio. This is a great
opportunity firsthand to view ongoing research in a
variety of agronomic, plant pathology, and entomolo-
gy areas. It is also a great time to visit with OSU
researchers one on one. Second, the Ohio Turfgrass
Conference and Show is set for December 9-12. There
are some changes in format so read carefully.
The most significant change to the conference and
show is the move from a Monday-Thursday format to
a Tuesday-Friday format. So mark this down please,
the 2003 Ohio Turfgrass Conference and Show will be
held Tuesday through Friday, December 9-12.
Tuesday will feature a variety of all day workshops.
Dr. Ed McCoy will offer a GCSAA accredited work-
shop on soils. Dr. Dave Minner (Iowa State University)
will offer an all-day sports turf workshop on field man-
agement for wear and compaction. OSU faculty and
staff will offer an all-day workshop on pesticide tech-
nology.
Finally, an all-day workshop will be offered to assis-
tant superintendents, foreman and technicians.on a
variety of agronomic and safety topics. A new feature
this year will be the opening of the tradeshow on
Tuesday evening. The tradeshow preview will be pre-
ceeded by an Opening Preview Address by Coach
Earle Bruce. Coach Bruce was Head Football Coach
for nine years at OSU compiling a record of 81-21-1.
He also was assistant coach under Woody Hayes when
they won the National Championship in 1968. Coach
Bruce was inducted into the College Football Hall of
Fame in 2002.
He has written two books. Coach Bruce will sign
autographs, books, and take photos—so bring your
camera and signage items. It should be a Buckeye
Extravagansa. Wednesday will feature a great early
morning session prior to the trade show opening by
Dr. Leah Brillman on new developments in Kentucky
bluegrass and perennial ryegrass breeding and selec-
tion criteria. Dr. Brillman is a world renown turfgrass
breeder with Seed Research of Oregon. The Keynote
Presentation will follow. Wednesday afternoon will fea-
ture breakout sessions for golf, sports turf, profession-
al lawns/grounds, and sod production. A great work-
shop on turfgrass insects will be offered on
Wednesday evening. Thursday will feature breakout
sessions all day on a wide variety of agronomic and
business topics. Thursday will climax with powerful
panels in golf and sports turf with panelists from golf
course, sports fields, industry, and universities. Friday
will offer breakout sessins on golf, sports turf, profes-
sional lawns/grounds, and turf pest management
issues. The highly acclaimed “Breakfast with the
USGA” will start early morning Friday for golf course
personnel. Friday PM will offer attendees the opportu-
nity to take the ODA Pesticide Licensing Exam.
Remember, all workshops sessions will be credited
by ODA, GCSAA, and STMA. Join us for several days
of great education,comradery, professional enhance-
ment, and after comradery.
CASH IN AND MAKE YOUR FUTURE GREENER.
John R. Street
Director of Education
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John Mowat
Trustees Science Team
Term Expires 2004
Century Equipment Dr. Michael J. Boehm
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George Furrer
Lesco, Inc. Lin Ropp Dr. Karl Danneberger
UHS The Ohio State University
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Dr. John R. Street Dr. Parwinder Grewal
Trustees
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Mark Grunkemeyer
Kevin Thompson Dr. Ed McCoy
Buckeye Ecocare
OTF/Offinger Management Co. OARDC
Mark Jordan School of Natural Resources
Westfield Companies Country Club
Mr. Joseph W. Rimelspach (Chairman)
Dan Walter The Ohio State University
City of Blue Ash Golf Course Dept. Plant Pathology
Ms. Pamela Sherratt
The Ohio State University
Dept. Hort. & Crop Science
Dr. Dave Shetlar
The Ohio State University
Dept. Entomology
Dr. John R. Street
The Ohio State University
Dept. Hort. & Crop Science
Dr. Daniel Voltz
The Ohio State University
Agricultural Technical Institute
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The Ohio State University
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