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They say that people don’t quit companies, they quit their supervisors. Crew leaders not only have a direct impact on the performance of jobs, they have a direct impact on employee retention.  Every crew leader has the potential to become a great crew leader. In other words, companies don’t need to find great crew leaders – they need to develop their existing ones.

A discussion on maximizing your on-site time consulting with a client and how some quick, in-field measurements can lead to service up-sales focused on improving soil and thus tree health.

It is easy to fall into the chemical treatment loop when approaching turf and landscape ailments. Let's look at how preventative up-sales in soil health can reduce exposure to and dependence on chemicals and bring us closer to the Integrated Pest Management approach.

Dr. Frank will review a proper turfgrass fertilizer program, including application timing and rates to ensure that turf maintains density and competes with pests such as weeds and diseases.

Businesses are realizing they need to be more competitive in what they offer, like salary, benefits, and flexibility. But there's more to standing out than just these things. One way is to support learning and skills development. In the Green Industry, finding and keeping workers is tough. Companies that give employees chances to grow have an edge because people want employers who invest in their future. Let us help guide you in building onboarding and development experiences that take employee goals and align them with company objectives.

The Allan Block Best Practice Presentation is intended to communicate the best practices for the design of Segmental Retaining Walls (SRW) based on 25 plus years of research, design, and field experience.  As part of the presentation, 12 different design topics will be introduced that will range from initial design considerations to how the top of the wall will be finished.  Each topic is discussed by examining specific details and expanded information presented for each.

Some of the common modes of action of herbicides in nursery/landscape and brush control will be covered. Optimizing weed control programs, with proper tank mixes, and the use of alternative postemergent herbicides to glyphosate.

Planting is an organized process. The process focuses on the plant, planting procedures and aftercare with modifications needed to address specific site requirements. The bottom line is that specifications must be scientifically sound, feasible within construction operations and efficient in terms of labor requirements.

We will examine the critical points involved in the planting process.  
 

Plant compositions are endless, ranging from small arrangements in containers to large expansive borders.  Strategic approaches in developing plant compositions integrate garden type, functional considerations, structural framework within the group, the overall dimension of the proposed landscape space, and proposed plant types. 

We will examine these factors and explore simple techniques used to build creative plant compositions.

Travel a full year through the landscape as Matthew shares techniques for ensuring successful seasonal plantings. From using different layers in design to finding plants with multiple seasons of interest, this program will have you rethink the way in which seasonal color is utilized in the landscape.

The lecture includes a hands-on design element where attendees will create a design for seasonal interest in a small residential backyard. No tools necessary as trace paper, base maps, and a drafting pen will be provided.