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Combination of Herbicides Spells Trouble for Goosegrass July 16, 2010
Late-season goosegrass control can be effectively achieved with a tank mix of Dismiss and Revolver herbicides, FMC Professional Solutions says recent research shows. The 2009 study tested several different tank-mix combinations to control goosegrass at the one- to four-tiller stage in warm-season...More>>
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What You're Up Against July 15, 2010
As golf course superintendents, you may be faced with questions regarding pesticides and the effectiveness of the tools you use daily. It’s important to be aware of “what you’re up against” when it comes to the information your customers may be getting from groups who oppose the use of...More>>
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More Than a Buzzword July 15, 2010
The big buzzword in agriculture, which has filtered down to the golf course maintenance industry, is “sustainability.” Then again, the “S” word seems to be the buzzword in just about every industry these days.More>>
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Phoenix Environmental Care Adds Three Products July 6, 2010
Phoenix Environmental Care adds Cardinal plant growth regulator Rook herbicide and TernStyle herbicide to its line of plant protection products.More>>
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The Top Talk Shop June 29, 2010
Ten top turfgrass researchers from various universities in the South gathered in Key Largo, Fla., for the three-day event. The researchers discussed myriad topics, including testing results on two new Bayer ES herbicides — Specticle, which Bayer expects to debut in the fourth quarter; and...More>>
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SipcamAdvan Opens New Formulation Lab June 15, 2010
SipcamAdvan has opened a new laboratory facility in Valdosta, Ga., which will augment the company's formulation expertise and new product speed to market, both key components of its growth plan for 2010 and beyond.More>>
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Q4 Plus Receives California Registration June 7, 2010
Q4 Plus from PBI/Gordon Corporation is now registered in the state of California. The EPA approved the new label in December 2009 and state registrations are now complete. More>>
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Syngenta Offers New Herbicide June 3, 2010
Departure non-selective herbicide from Syngenta has received registration from the Environmental Protection Agency for use on golf courses, residential and commercial lawns, sod farms, athletic fields and for ornamental production.More>>
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FMC Offers Rebate Program for Herbicide June 3, 2010
FMC Professional Solutions is offering the Solitare Herbicide Summer Rebate, a simple $15 rebate per jar of new Solitare herbicide for purchases through July 31.More>>
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EPA Proposes New Permit Requirements for Pesticide Discharges June 3, 2010
The Environmental Protection Agency is proposing a new permit requirement that would decrease the amount of pesticides discharged to the nation's waters that the EPA says will protect human health and the environment. This action is in response to an April 9, 2009, court decision that found that...More>>
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