December 1, 2020 1-3:00 pm
Jim T. Brosnan, Ph.D. Professor of Turfgrass Weed Science, The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, Tennessee
Plant growth regulators (PGRs) are commonly applied to golf course playing surfaces for an array of reasons. This presentation will provide an overview of the latest PGR technology for use on warm-season turfgrasses commonly found on golf courses and highlight current research on PGR application scheduling to maximize long-term turfgrass quality. While an emphasis will be placed on PGR programs for use on intensively managed surfaces such as golf course putting greens, effective practices for fairway and rough areas will also be discussed in detail.
Attendees will learn about the latest PGR technology including, but not limited to, Anuew, Primo Maxx + Anuew mixtures and Plateau. There will also be research-based information about PGR scheduling to maximize long-term turfgrass quality and minimize weed and disease infestation, and discussion of how PGR programs can affect the need for intensive cultural management practices on putting greens.
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| ● Maryland – Qualifies for 2 CEU’s for PFA |
Dr. Jim Brosnan is a Professor in the Plant Sciences Department at the University of Tennessee (UT) and Director of the UT Weed Diagnostics Center. He earned a B.S. in turfgrass science from Penn State University, an M.S. in plant, soil and insect sciences (turfgrass) from the University of Massachusetts Amherst, and a Ph.D. in agronomy (turfgrass) from Penn State University.
His research focuses on controlling unique and problematic turfgrass weeds, particularly those with resistance to herbicides. His extension programs aim to provide education and diagnostic support to Tennessee’s $5.8 billion turfgrass industry.
Dr. Brosnan serves as an advisor to the Tennessee Turfgrass Association Board of Directors and is actively involved in the Weed Science Society of America, Southern Weed Science Society, GCSAA and Sports Turf Managers Association. He has consulted at multiple venues on the PGA Tour – including several major championship host sites – in addition to National Football League franchises.
