By Sharon Omahen

University of Georgia

Experts from across the Southeast will share their knowledge Dec.
6-7 during the annual Turfgrass Institute and Trade Show at the
Gwinnett Civic and Cultural Center in Duluth, Ga.

“This year’s show includes many educational opportunities
featuring some of the industry’s top speakers,” said Benjie
Brumbleloe, president of the Georgia Turfgrass Association. “The
industry’s leading companies will also be on hand at the trade
show.”

Numerous speakers

The following University of Georgia scientists will share the
latest turf
management research findings:

* Jean Williams-Woodward will speak on managing new pests in
Southern landscapes.

* Tim Murphy and Mark Czarnota will discuss weed management in
turf and ornamentals.

* Bob Carrow will talk on cultivation and topdressing practices
and on managing turfgrass in shaded areas.

* Rose Mary Seymour will discuss changes to storm-water
management requirements.

* Gil Landry will cover transitioning overseeded grasses.

* And Clint Waltz will lead a session geared to helping
professional landscapers handle unhappy customers.

Scientists from the universities of Tennessee and Florida will
share their expertise, too.

The first afternoon will offer a choice of concurrent sessions in
landscape, golf or sports and commercial turf. Each track will
include four topics focused in that area.

The institute includes a trade show with exhibits from more than
50 turf-related companies and associations and silent auctions
each day. The trade show will also include appearances by the
Atlanta Falcon Cheerleaders.

The cost to attend both days is $180 ($130 for GTA members).
After Nov. 18, it’s $230 ($180 GTA) for both days. One-day fees
are $140 ($90 GTA), or $190 ($140 GTA) after Nov. 18. The fee for
the trade show and luncheon only, for either day, is $20 ($15
GTA) or $25 ($20 GTA) after Nov. 18.

For more on the Turfgrass Institute and Trade Show, or to sign
up, call (800) 687-6949, or e-mail the GTA office at
gta@turfgrass.org.

Numerous sponsors

GTA presents the institute in cooperation with UGA and the
Georgia Irrigation Association, Georgia Professional Golfers
Association, Georgia Recreation and Parks Association, Georgia
Sod Producers Association, Georgia Water Wise Council, North
Georgia Landscape and Turf Association, Professional Lawn Care
Association of America, Sports Turf Managers Association and U.S.
Golf Association Green Section.