Dr. David Smitley

New Pests, New Products, New Strategies and New Mistakes in Michigan Arboriculture - GGOL-AB

Track: Arboriculture

Jan 9 2012 - 11:00am

In the last two years we have been invaded by several new and potentially destructive insect pests. Fortunately we have also developed several new tools for dealing with them. As always, we have learned from our trials and errors. Join me to...

Growing Healthy Lawns Without Using Insecticides - GG-EF

Track: Commercial Turf/Athletic Fields

Jan 9 2012 - 3:00pm

New turf management research indicates that home lawns can be managed to prevent grub damage without using insecticides. In this session recent research results will be followed by details on how to manage lawns without using insecticides.

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Applying IPM Strategies to Managing Turf and Ornamentals in the Home Landscape - GG-EF

Track: Commercial Turf/Athletic Fields, Landscape Management

Jan 10 2012 - 9:00am

There is a growing demand by customers to grow healthy turf, trees and shrubs without using pesticides that threaten the health of people, pets and wildlife. Join me for some tips on how to manage a healthy lawn without toxic pesticides, how to...

New Golf Course Pests in Michigan - BALL-C

Track: Golf

Jan 10 2012 - 3:00pm

In the last 5 years we have found the first cases of damage to Michigan golf courses caused by Common crane fly, European crane fly, Oriental beetle, and Masked chafer. Information will be presented on the detection, identification and management...

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