KAFMO VENDOR RESOURCE

Size: px
Start display at page:

Download "KAFMO VENDOR RESOURCE"

Transcription

1 KAFMO VENDOR RESOURCE Aer-Core, Stephen Thompson (610) Phil Easton (717) Alpine Services, Grove Teates (301) Grant McKnight (724) Jim Yamnitzky (412) Earth & Turf Products John Bentley (888) Fisher & Son Co., James Cornelius (610) F. M. Brown s Sons, Mary Beth Ruh (800) marybethruh@fmbrown.com Matt Brown (484) mbrown@gelcogolf.com Grass Charlie Fitzgerald (610) grassmanagementinc@gmail.com Systems, Bob Hummer (717) bob@usaturf.com Hunter Industries Lynda Wightman (406) Bill Wise (215) Lynda.wightman@hunterindustries.com or Bill.wise@hunterindustries.com Steve Cataldo (267) integratedturf@comcast.net Finch Services, John Barrow (609) jbarrow@finchinc.com Shawn Werley (610) jonesturf@gmail.com Todd Vanek (301) kingsportsco@gmail.com Krigger & Co., Gail K. Fitzgerald (800) gailfitz@krigger.com K&W Engineers & Consultants Mark Shrift (717) (717) mshrift@kandwengineers.com Laurel Valley Soils Rick Long (610) info@laurelvalleysoils.com Co., Ken Jeinnings (215) kjeinnings@lawn-golf.com Steve LeGros (443) steve@legrowsinc.com Martin Limestone, Jeff Hall (717) jmhall@martinlimestone.com Martin Stone Quarries, Bruce A. Hoffman (610) bruce@martinstone.com Matt DiMarco (484) mdimarco@masports.com Newsome Seed, Allen Bohrer (800) allen@newsomseed.com Seed Co., H. Douglas Walker (610) doug@northamptonseed.com O.A. Newton Irrigation Jeff Lloyd (800) jim.l@oanewton.com Jim Pike (302) jimpike40@yahoo.com Dan Fick (610) dfick@profileproducts.com

2 Seedway Fred Mohr (610) Stephen Kennedy (610) ext. 104 Chris Collier (724) Stancills, SkyGarden Green Roof Media & Blending Services Terry or Emlyn Stancill (410) or Sporting Valley Turf Farm Matt Wimer (717) Terra-Gro., Loren Martin (717) Landscape, Curt Walter (717) Turf & Dirt, Kurt Nilsson (877) Turf Equipment and Scott Keener (610) Turf, Track & Court, Brian Bingeman Sean Cullen (610) Glenn Musser (717) Valley Quarries, Jim Martin Walker Supply, Nick Gialloreto (412) WeCare Organics Ryan Cerrato (609) Chris McCardell (610)

3 aeration boom spraying drainage installation fertilizer applications field construction SERVICES Aer-Core, Alpine Services, Systems, Systems, Aer-Core, Alpine Services, Systems, Systems, Alpine Services, Systems, Shearon Environmental Landscape, Landscape, Superior Turf & Landscape, Landscape, Landscape, Landscape, pesticide applications seeding sodding soil modifications topdressing applications SERVICES Systems, Aer-Core, Systems, Systems, Alpine Services, Systems, Aer-Core, Alpine Services, Systems, Landscape, Landscape, Landscape Landscape, Superior Turf & Landscape, Landscape,

4 field design field renovation grading irrigation design Dethatching Synthetic Turf Maintenance Systems, K&W Engineers & Consultants Aer-Core, Alpine Services, Systems, Alpine Services, Systems, Systems, K&W Engineers & Consultants Fisher & Son Co., Landscape, Turf, Track & Court, Landscape, Landscape, Turf, Track & Court, portable irrigation (raintrees) irrigation installation custom soil mixing & soil blends Tillage Seed Bed Preparation Management Services for Athletic Facilities Systems, Systems, K&W Engineers & Consultants Stancills, Turf, Track & Court,

5 biostimulants drainage fertilizers growth regulators ice melters infield drying materials F-4 netless blankets PRODUCTS Fisher & Son Co., F. M. Brown s Sons, Laurel Valley Soils Fisher & Son Co., F. M. Brown s Sons, Krigger & Co., Fisher & Son Co., Fisher & Son Co., Fisher & Son Co., Martin Limestone, F. M. Brown s Sons, Newsom Seed, Turf & Dirt, Walker Supply, Stancills, Walker Supply, Newsom Seed, Seed Seedway Turf & Dirt, Walker Supply, Newsom Seed, Turf & Dirt, Walker Supply, Newsom Seed, Seed Walker Supply, Newsom Seed, Seedway Turf & Dirt, Walker Supply, pesticides pitcher s mound clay rain tarps seed soil amendments Sod Herbicides PRODUCTS Agrium Advanced Technologies Fisher & Son Co., Agrium Advanced Technologies Fisher & Son Co., Martin Limestone, Martin Stone Quarries, Agrium Advanced Technologies Fisher & Son Co., F. M. Brown s Sons, Grass Fisher & Son Co., Laurel Valley Soils Newsom Seed, Seed Sporting Valley Turf Farm Newsom Seed, Northampton Co. Seed Walker Supply, Newsom Seed, Seedway Turf & Dirt, Walker Supply, Turf & Dirt, Newsom Seed, Northampton Co. Seed Seedway Turf & Dirt, Walker Supply, Seedway Stancills, Terra-Gro, Turf & Dirt, Walker Supply, WeCare Organics

6 infield mix line chalk line paint irrigation supplies turf covers Fisher & Son Co., Grass Martin Limestone, Martin Stone Quarries, Fisher & Son Co., Martin Limestone, Newsom Seed, Fisher & Son Co., Krigger & Co., Stancills, Turf & Dirt, Valley Quarries, Walker Supply, Seed Turf & Dirt, Walker Supply, Walker Supply, soil polymers/ absorbents spray nozzles surfactants/ adjuvants Fisher & Son Co., Newsom Seed, Fisher & Son Co., Hunter Industries turf colorant Fisher & Son Co., Fisher & Son Co., Newsom Seed, wetting agents Fisher & Son Co., topdressing Fisher & Son Co., Grass Laurel Valley Soils Martin Limestone, Newsom Seed, pathways materials Seedway Turf & Dirt, Walker Supply, Newsom Seed, O.A. Newton Irrigation Turf & Dirt, Walker Supply, Seedway Stancills, Terra-Gro, Turf & Dirt, WeCare Organics warning track materials turf groomers seed aide mulchine granules Martin Limestone, Martin Stone Quarries, Aer-Core, F. M. Brown s Sons, bio pins F. M. Brown s Sons, Products Turf & Dirt, O.A. Newton Irrigation Newsom Seed, Turf & Dirt, Walker Supply, Newsom Seed, Stancills, Walker Supply, Turf & Dirt, Walker Supply, Compost WeCare Organics Fungicides

7 aerators bases/ pitcher s rubber drag mats edgers hand tools EQUIPMENT Aer-Core, Alpine Services, Earth & Turf Products Finch Services, Krigger & Co., Aer-Core, Krigger & Co., Krigger & Co., Krigger & Co., Walker Supply, Walker Supply, Seed Turf & Dirt, reel mowers rollers rotary mowers seeders sod cutters EQUIPMENT Finch Services, Krigger & Co., Alpine Services, Finch Services, Krigger & Co., Finch Services, Krigger & Co., Aer-Core, Finch Services, Krigger & Co., Finch Services, Krigger & Co., Seed Turf & Dirt,

8 hoses infield groomers line markers/ stripers loaders trailers utility vehicles Seed Finch Services, Krigger & Co., Krigger & Co., Finch Services, Finch Services, Finch Services, Krigger & Co., Walker Supply, sprayers spreaders sweepers/ vacuums top dressers tractors blecavator sales Finch Services, Krigger & Co., Earth & Turf Products Finch Services, Krigger & Co., Finch Services, Krigger & Co., Aer-Core Earth & Turf Products Finch Services, Krigger & Co., Finch Services, Krigger & Co., Aer-Core, Northampton County Seed Co. Northampton County Seed Co. TurfTime Equipment

9 Lifts stadium, design, running & track design dryject aerification service Dethatchers Kifco Water Reels Finch Services, Turf, Track & Court, Products O.A. Newton Irrigation washed sand for volleyball courts, long jump pits etc. jute mesh, erosion control fabric, penn mulch Tillage Equipment Wind Screens Artificial Turf Products Seed TurfTime Equipment Martin Limestone,

KAFMO VENDOR RESOURCE

KAFMO VENDOR RESOURCE Aer-Core, Stephen Thompson (610) 327-3390 sthompson@aer-core.com Alpine Services, Grove Teates (301) 963-8833 Grove@alpineservices.com AQUA-AID, Bill Brown (484) 889-1548 Sam Stimmel (724) 825-1906 bbrown@aquaaid.com

More information

Urban Park Management Webinar Series

Urban Park Management Webinar Series Urban Park Management Webinar Series Turf Care in Central Park: Applying the Conservancy s Six Principles of Turf Care June 1, 2016 Institute for Urban Parks Through the Institute for Urban Parks, the

More information

Leaf removal: Site conditions dictate method of control, mulching is promoted and practiced where possible.

Leaf removal: Site conditions dictate method of control, mulching is promoted and practiced where possible. Turf Maintenance Standard/Frequency of Maintenance Passive Parkland. Category: Area regularly frequented by the public that may contain special attractions i.e. Horitculture plantings, special events &

More information

BetweentheLines. Grass System Response to Traffic and Recovery. South Middleton Township Earns Field of Distinction Honors

BetweentheLines. Grass System Response to Traffic and Recovery. South Middleton Township Earns Field of Distinction Honors BetweentheLines Keystone Athletic Field Managers Organization Spring 2008 Grass System Response to Traffic and Recovery South Middleton Township Earns Field of Distinction Honors PRST STD US POSTAGE PAID

More information

Hollywood Management Guidelines

Hollywood Management Guidelines Hollywood Management Guidelines INTRODUCING OUR NEWEST STAR: HOLLYWOOD BERMUDAGRASS (Cynodon dactylon) CONTENTS BENEFITS OF USING HOLLYWOOD Benefits of Using Hollywood Improved seeded bermudagrass varieties

More information

(SCHOOL DISTRICT NAME) MAINTENANCE/MANAGEMENT SPECIFICATIONS FOR ATHLETIC FIELDS AND OUTDOOR FACILITIES (SUGGESTED TEMPLATE)

(SCHOOL DISTRICT NAME) MAINTENANCE/MANAGEMENT SPECIFICATIONS FOR ATHLETIC FIELDS AND OUTDOOR FACILITIES (SUGGESTED TEMPLATE) (SCHOOL DISTRICT NAME) MAINTENANCE/MANAGEMENT SPECIFICATIONS FOR ATHLETIC FIELDS AND OUTDOOR FACILITIES (SUGGESTED TEMPLATE) I. ATHLETIC FACILITIES: PROFESSIONAL FIELDS A. Turf 1. Mow baseball outfield

More information

City of Bowie Parks & Grounds. Best Practices to Green Your Lawn

City of Bowie Parks & Grounds. Best Practices to Green Your Lawn City of Bowie Parks & Grounds Best Practices to Green Your Lawn Mission Statement Provide City of Bowie residents and park users safe, clean, and aesthetically pleasing parks, grounds, and athletic fields.

More information

Pull soil samples for regular soil test analysis to determine needs for maintaining ph and nutrient levels.

Pull soil samples for regular soil test analysis to determine needs for maintaining ph and nutrient levels. Maintenance Guidelines for a Bermudagrass Athletic Field Brad Fresenburg Research Associate Turfgrass Research Center (573) 442-4893 or FresenburgB@missouri.edu March: Pull soil samples for regular soil

More information

Renovating Your Lawn Gregg Munshaw, Plant and Soil Sciences

Renovating Your Lawn Gregg Munshaw, Plant and Soil Sciences COOPERATIVE EXTENSION SERVICE UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD AND ENVIRONMENT, LEXINGTON, KY, 40546 AGR-51 Renovating Your Lawn Gregg Munshaw, Plant and Soil Sciences Often a poor lawn

More information

10 STEP LAWN RENOVATION LAWN RENOVATION GUIDE

10 STEP LAWN RENOVATION LAWN RENOVATION GUIDE 10 STEP LAWN RENOVATION LAWN RENOVATION GUIDE Fall is the best time to seed your lawn (August 15 October 15). Cool nights, some rainfall, no competitive weed germination and no frost all means you ll have

More information

FACILITY & OPERATIONS

FACILITY & OPERATIONS FACILITY & OPERATIONS Exclusively through sports Systems, LLC Fill in 125 on reader service form or visit http://oners.hotims.com/14683-125 www.stma.org "Sports'Iurf 31 IRRIGATION & DRAINAGE r ~properly

More information

CUTTING EDGE TURF PRODUCTS

CUTTING EDGE TURF PRODUCTS CUTTING EDGE TURF PRODUCTS Pallet-Item # 400401PT 0.75 CU. FT. CUTTING EDGE PREMIUM TOP SOIL Screened At 3/8 of an Inch Can Be Used for New Lawns, Gardens and Flower Pots Can Assist Seed Germination Can

More information

Spring Turf Care. Pedro Perdomo Nisso America, Inc. HGS March

Spring Turf Care. Pedro Perdomo Nisso America, Inc. HGS March Spring Turf Care Pedro Perdomo Nisso America, Inc. HGS March 18 2017 Lawn Inspection What concerns or problems do you have? What have you done/will do? To figure it out. 1 2 3 Topics Species selection

More information

Your Logo Here. Recycle with us today! Grow with us tomorrow! Kevin Anderson

Your Logo Here. Recycle with us today! Grow with us tomorrow! Kevin Anderson Your Logo Here Recycle with us today! Grow with us tomorrow! Kevin Anderson www.missouriorganic.com 816-483-0908 A Problem???? 2 What Happens to Soils and Soil Functions as We Turn Forests into Cities?

More information

Section F Palo Alto Unified School District (PAUSD) School Sites

Section F Palo Alto Unified School District (PAUSD) School Sites Overview Section F Palo Alto Unified School District (PAUSD) School Sites F1- Addison Elementary School F2- Duveneck Elementary School F3- Briones Elementary School F4- El Carmelo Elementary School F5-

More information

MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS TO REDUCE ATHLETIC FIELD INJURIES. Randy Raymond Detroit County Day School, Birmingham, MI

MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS TO REDUCE ATHLETIC FIELD INJURIES. Randy Raymond Detroit County Day School, Birmingham, MI MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS TO REDUCE ATHLETIC FIELD INJURIES Randy Raymond Detroit County Day School, Birmingham, MI In a recently published article about sports related field 1nJuries researchers from Penn

More information

Colorado Master Gardener sm Program Colorado Garden Certificate Training Colorado State University Extension. Turfgrass Management 550-1

Colorado Master Gardener sm Program Colorado Garden Certificate Training Colorado State University Extension. Turfgrass Management 550-1 Colorado Master Gardener sm Program Colorado Garden Certificate Training Colorado State University Extension Turfgrass Management 550-1 Learning Objectives At the end of class, the student will be able

More information

Character of the Park. Concept Plan Review. Cost Analysis

Character of the Park. Concept Plan Review. Cost Analysis AGENDA Introduction Character of the Park Park Program Elements Concept Plan Review Athletic Systems/Surfacing $ Cost Analysis Character of the Park» CYPRESS PLAYGROUND AND ATHLETIC FIELD Existing Conditions

More information

Lesson 2 of 4. Self-Guided Educational Module

Lesson 2 of 4. Self-Guided Educational Module CULTURAL TURF MANAGEMENT PRACTICES Lesson 2 of 4 Self-Guided Educational Module Learning Objectives 2 1. Understand cultural turf management practices including: a. Mowing b. Fertilization c. Irrigation

More information

Preparing Your Lawn for Spring and Summer. Pedro Perdomo Nisso America, Inc. HGS March

Preparing Your Lawn for Spring and Summer. Pedro Perdomo Nisso America, Inc. HGS March Preparing Your Lawn for Spring and Summer. Pedro Perdomo p_perdomo@yahoo.com Nisso America, Inc. HGS March 17 2018 What concerns or problems do you have? What have you done/will do? To figure it out. Crabgrass

More information

Lawn Establishment. Introduction. Preparing the site. Planning the new lawn

Lawn Establishment. Introduction. Preparing the site. Planning the new lawn Establishing a new lawn begins with careful planning, knowledge of soil conditions, and an understanding of the environmental and cultural requirements of turfgrasses. Figure 1. Using a measuring wheel

More information

Prentice Hall. Landscape Design, Construction and Maintenance North Carolina VoCATS Course Blueprint Landscape Construction and Maintenance

Prentice Hall. Landscape Design, Construction and Maintenance North Carolina VoCATS Course Blueprint Landscape Construction and Maintenance Prentice Hall Landscape Design, Construction and Maintenance 2009 C O R R E L A T E D T O North Carolina VoCATS Course Blueprint A. Employability Skills 001.00 Examine first aid and safety procedures used

More information

for Owners and Maintenance Staff

for Owners and Maintenance Staff Grasspave2 Maintenance Guide for Owners and Maintenance Staff by Invisible Structures, Inc. 1600 Jackson Street, Suite 310 Golden, Colorado 80401 Ph: 800-233-1510 Fax: 800-233-1522 www.invisiblestructures.com

More information

Create a Waterwise Landscape

Create a Waterwise Landscape Create a Waterwise Landscape with Sharon Browder with Sharon Browder Stone House Landscape Design Why do we need to conserve water in Hailey? The cold, dry facts Nearly 97% of the world's water is saltwater

More information

Unit 4 Landscape Installation

Unit 4 Landscape Installation Unit 4 Landscape Installation Chapter 8 (lawns) slp 4.1 Soil Amendments I. Soil conditioners change the physical AND chemical properties of a soil A. Physical 1. Aggregate same size particles into clumps

More information

Transforming your lawn into a Xeriscape Garden. Presented by: Bill Melvin of Ecoscape

Transforming your lawn into a Xeriscape Garden. Presented by: Bill Melvin of Ecoscape Transforming your lawn into a Xeriscape Garden Presented by: Bill Melvin of Ecoscape Presentation Overview Transforming Your Lawn into a Xeriscape Garden What is a Xeriscaping? 7 Principles of Xeriscape

More information

Ecological Landscaping Association's 2013 Conference & Eco-Marketplace February 27, Geoff Kuter, Ph.D. Agresource Inc.

Ecological Landscaping Association's 2013 Conference & Eco-Marketplace February 27, Geoff Kuter, Ph.D. Agresource Inc. Ecological Landscaping Association's 2013 Conference & Eco-Marketplace February 27, 2013 Geoff Kuter, Ph.D. Agresource Inc. www.agresourceinc.com Since 1984, providing organic waste management services

More information

Service Jeremy/Steve Carlos/Ryan Eddie/Ross Dustin/Derek Dylan/Dave Jake/Derek

Service Jeremy/Steve Carlos/Ryan Eddie/Ross Dustin/Derek Dylan/Dave Jake/Derek RMRTA Conference WORKSHOPS Tuesday, December 5, 2017 7:00 a.m. Registration - Pre-Convention Lobby Workshop 1 Workshop 2 Workshop 3 Workshop 4 Workshop 5 Landscape Workshop 6 Golf Irrigation/Environmental

More information

Cyclone KB4 Debris Blower MEGA Debris Blower Cyclone Squared Debris Blower Cyclone PTO Debris Blower Cyclone 8000 Debris Blower Kubota F-80 Series

Cyclone KB4 Debris Blower MEGA Debris Blower Cyclone Squared Debris Blower Cyclone PTO Debris Blower Cyclone 8000 Debris Blower Kubota F-80 Series Cyclone KB4 Debris Blower MEGA Debris Blower Cyclone Squared Debris Blower Cyclone PTO Debris Blower Cyclone 8000 Debris Blower Kubota F-80 Series Front Mount Debris Blower Grasshopper Front Mount Debris

More information

VISION: To be the most recognized, trusted and innovative landscaping service provider in the region.

VISION: To be the most recognized, trusted and innovative landscaping service provider in the region. Green Dimensions is a full service landscape company based in Amman, Jordan. The business has evolved from a family owned plant nursery to a full service design-build and maintenance landscape company.

More information

Harvest Farm Gardeners Meeting

Harvest Farm Gardeners Meeting Harvest Farm Gardeners Meeting 03.27.10 The Million Dollar Question When will my plot be ready?? What do I need to do to get my bed ready? Construct raised bed and fill with soil. All materials will

More information

SECTION VI. (Sub-section 241) Grassing. 1. Scope of Work General Sprigging Sodding thru 241-3

SECTION VI. (Sub-section 241) Grassing. 1. Scope of Work General Sprigging Sodding thru 241-3 SECTION VI (Sub-section 241) Grassing Article Page 1. Scope of Work 241-1 2. General 241-1 3. Sprigging 241-1 4. Sodding 241-1 thru 241-3 5. Soil Amendments 241-3 6. Non Grassed Areas 241-4 7. Topsoil

More information

Part IV(a): BMPs for Erosion, Sediment, Velocity Control

Part IV(a): BMPs for Erosion, Sediment, Velocity Control Part IV(a): BMPs for Erosion, Sediment, Velocity Control Find Design Standards and Specifications for Iowa Erosion and Sediment Control Practices at: www.iowasudas.org Erosion Control Keeping the soil

More information

Landscaping Principles and Practices

Landscaping Principles and Practices 9.E3A Landscaping Principles and Practices 6 T H E D I T I O N Jack E. Ingels State University of New York College of Agriculture and Technology Cobleskill, New York THOMSON + DELMAR LEARNING A u s t r

More information

What is penergetic b?

What is penergetic b? FAQ What is penergetic b? 1. What are the effects of penergetic b? penergetic b promotes the formation and regeneration of soil life (humus formation) as well as the formation of mycorrhizae. By activating

More information

SECTION PLANTING PART 1 - GENERAL 1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

SECTION PLANTING PART 1 - GENERAL 1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS SECTION 329000 PLANTING PART 1 - GENERAL 1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Special Conditions and Division 01 Specification Sections, apply

More information

Retail Product Guide. bathgatehorticulture.co.uk

Retail Product Guide. bathgatehorticulture.co.uk Retail Product Guide Bathgate Horticulture have developed a comprehensive range of horticultural products for professional growers, landscapers, garden retailers and dedicated enthusiasts. Load sizes We

More information

Healthy plants, healthy planet, healthy people

Healthy plants, healthy planet, healthy people Healthy plants, healthy planet, healthy people WATER WISELY: Best practices for your garden Julie Weisenhorn Extension Educator 2011 Regents of the University of Minnesota. All rights reserved. The University

More information

Littleton Fields Master Plan

Littleton Fields Master Plan Town of Littleton Littleton Fields Master Plan September 25, 2017 Gale Associates, Inc. John M. Perry, P.E. Jeffrey F. Georges, MRLA About Gale Agenda Introduction and Purpose Background Investigation

More information

No Till Planting Method. Pike Creek Turf, Inc. 427 Pike Creek Turf Circle Adel, GA 31620

No Till Planting Method. Pike Creek Turf, Inc. 427 Pike Creek Turf Circle Adel, GA 31620 No Till Planting Method Pike Creek Turf, Inc. 427 Pike Creek Turf Circle Adel, GA 31620 Step #1 Kill existing turf with at least two applications of Roundup and Fusilade. Split applications by twenty-one

More information

EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS PLANTING. .02 Lawns and Grasses. A. General. 1. Intent:

EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS PLANTING. .02 Lawns and Grasses. A. General. 1. Intent: 32 00 00 EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS 32 90 00 PLANTING.02 Lawns and Grasses A. General 1. Intent: a. The work in this section specifies the labor, materials, and installation methods necessary to establish the

More information

KNOW HOW. Gardening. Safe & effective use of pesticides. Deciding to use a pesticide. Choosing the right pesticide. Least-toxic alternatives

KNOW HOW. Gardening. Safe & effective use of pesticides. Deciding to use a pesticide. Choosing the right pesticide. Least-toxic alternatives KNOW HOW Safe & effective use of pesticides Deciding to use a pesticide Before using any pesticide, be sure you need it. Verify that the organism you seek to control is really causing lasting damage, and

More information

Lawn Water Conservation

Lawn Water Conservation Lawn Water Conservation How to have a lush, green lawn, while conserving water. Presented by: Chanshare Farms How we do it on the farm Start at soil level Next is the seed blend Watering Hay Stage Growth

More information

Soil Issues in Urban Farming

Soil Issues in Urban Farming Soil Issues in Urban Farming Stephanie Murphy, Ph.D. Director of Soil Testing Rutgers/NJAES Topics Soil quality Soil testing Risks posed to urban farmers/consumers high levels of lead Ways to mitigate

More information

Principal Functioning Agents: Siloxane polyalkyleneoxide copolymer and polyalkyleneoxide % CA Reg. No

Principal Functioning Agents: Siloxane polyalkyleneoxide copolymer and polyalkyleneoxide % CA Reg. No Principal Functioning Agents: Siloxane polyalkyleneoxide copolymer and polyalkyleneoxide... 100.00% CA Reg. No. 71058-50005 KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN WARNING Hazard Statement: Causes serious eye irritation.

More information

How Lawns Grow- Growing Your Lawn and Not the Bay! Chuck Schuster Extension Educator University of Maryland Extension

How Lawns Grow- Growing Your Lawn and Not the Bay! Chuck Schuster Extension Educator University of Maryland Extension How Lawns Grow- Growing Your Lawn and Not the Bay! Chuck Schuster Extension Educator University of Maryland Extension 301-590-2807 cfs@umd.edu You Are The Experts! Nothing has changed in the last 50 years

More information

Fertigation. C~a' Amdro. In & On the Ground. Because their definition of "playable" will never be the same as yours.

Fertigation. C~a' Amdro. In & On the Ground. Because their definition of playable will never be the same as yours. In & On the Ground SOIL AMENDMENT Caltrisal soil amendment overcomes salinity issues in soils by solubilizing calcium in the soil and moving dessicating salts away from the rootzone quickly and efficiently.

More information

The Systems Approach to Natural Turf Management

The Systems Approach to Natural Turf Management The Systems Approach to Natural Turf Management 2 Day Training Event with Chip Osborne Transitioning Turf From Conventional Management Programs To A Natural Organic System University Place Hotel & Conference

More information

Fertilize yard. We all want a home landscape that is attractive but did you know that some of our

Fertilize yard. We all want a home landscape that is attractive but did you know that some of our HOMEOWNER S GUIDE TO: Fertilizing Your Lawn and Garden XCM-222 We all want a home landscape that is attractive but did you know that some of our common landscape management practices can cause pollution?

More information

making a landscape more conserving of water is the use of Humic Acids (Humus) and

making a landscape more conserving of water is the use of Humic Acids (Humus) and Nature Helping Science Restore the Natural Process of the Soil Food Web Success Stories Turf Perhaps one of the most amazing stories of Soil Restoration Success anywhere in the country is the home site

More information

HEAD LETTUCE. Presented by

HEAD LETTUCE. Presented by HEAD LETTUCE Presented by HEAD LETTUCE This production summary provides an overview of head lettuce growing, harvesting, and post harvesting practices. There are some common practices that many large commercial

More information

Lawn Problems and How to Fix Them. Pedro Perdomo Nisso America, Inc. HGS March

Lawn Problems and How to Fix Them. Pedro Perdomo Nisso America, Inc. HGS March Lawn Problems and How to Fix Them Pedro Perdomo p_perdomo@yahoo.com Nisso America, Inc. HGS March 23 2019 Topics Diseases Insects Weeds Species selection Watering Mowing Fertilizer Cultural care What concerns

More information

Love Dirt. healthy soil, healthy future. Mission Composts! John Paul, PhD President

Love Dirt. healthy soil, healthy future. Mission Composts! John Paul, PhD President Love Dirt healthy soil, healthy future Mission Composts! John Paul, PhD President Mission Composts! Soil organic matter What is compost? Mission composts! Compost for lawns What is Soil? Soil is 95 to

More information

Toronto District School Board Church Street Junior Public School

Toronto District School Board Church Street Junior Public School Playing Field Turfgrass Assessment and Recommendations Toronto District School Board Church Street Junior Public School Tuesday, November 24, 2015 David Smith, P.Ag. Rob Witherspoon, M.Sc. 550 Musquash

More information

LIFETIME COMPOST TUMBLER HOW TO INSTRUCTIONS

LIFETIME COMPOST TUMBLER HOW TO INSTRUCTIONS LIFETIME COMPOST TUMBLER HOW TO INSTRUCTIONS Copy LIFETIME COMPOST TUMBLER COMPOSTING - ACCELERATING NATURE S PROCESS In nature, such as grasslands or forests, plants die or shed their foliage which returns

More information

12/7/2007. Christopher B. Burke Engineering West, Ltd Aux Sable Creek Watershed Plan Update 1

12/7/2007. Christopher B. Burke Engineering West, Ltd Aux Sable Creek Watershed Plan Update 1 The ABC s of BMP s Aux Sable Watershed Plan St. Charles, IL Why are BMP s Important Best Management Practices (BMPs) developed as a set of practices which help to achieve goals of the Clean Water Act and

More information

Kurapia Groundcover. Installation and Care Manual. Kurapia [Phyla (Lippia) nodiflora (L.) E. Greene] is a low growing, herbaceous, perennial

Kurapia Groundcover. Installation and Care Manual. Kurapia [Phyla (Lippia) nodiflora (L.) E. Greene] is a low growing, herbaceous, perennial Kurapia Groundcover Installation and Care Manual Background and Growth Characteristics Kurapia [Phyla (Lippia) nodiflora (L.) E. Greene] is a low growing, herbaceous, perennial dicot groundcover belonging

More information

Lawn Care for Disease Control

Lawn Care for Disease Control The Diagnostic Process Lawn Care for Disease Control Natalie P. Goldberg, Extension Plant Pathologist For many, the ideal landscape around homes and businesses includes an area of turfgrass. The lush greenery

More information

LAWNS Chapter 12. Topic Outline. Establishing a Lawn. Establishing a Lawn

LAWNS Chapter 12. Topic Outline. Establishing a Lawn. Establishing a Lawn LAWNS Chapter 12 Presented By: Melanie W. Barrow, ANR Horticulture Extension Agent For: Master Gardener Training Topic Outline Establishing a Lawn Renovating an Old Lawn Lawn Maintenance Annual Maintenance

More information

TRENDS. Turf Grass. For landscapers and grounds managers. Selecting composts to improve your turf COMING ATTRACTIONS

TRENDS. Turf Grass. For landscapers and grounds managers. Selecting composts to improve your turf COMING ATTRACTIONS AN INDEPENDENT NEWSLETTER FOR TURF MANAGERS Turf Grass TRENDS jfvca 3"] A/oJume 4, Issue 12 December 1994 Selecting composts to improve your turf by Dr. Peter Landschoot and Mr. Andrew McNitt IN THIS ISSUE

More information

SECTION LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE FOR 90 DAYS. A. Section includes requirements for 90 day landscape maintenance for the following:

SECTION LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE FOR 90 DAYS. A. Section includes requirements for 90 day landscape maintenance for the following: SECTION 320190.13 LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE FOR 90 DAYS PART 1 - GENERAL 1.1 SUMMARY A. Section includes requirements for 90 day landscape maintenance for the following: 1. Watering trees and grass. 2. Monitoring

More information

Compost and Growing Media 2017

Compost and Growing Media 2017 Compost and Growing Media 2017 Prices include VAT @ 20%. Subject to availability. Prices may vary. Pictures and specifications are a guide only. West Street Somerton Somerset TA11 7PS Fax: 01458 274010

More information

TURF S UP: GROWING A HEALTHY LAWN IN PHOENIX DESERT LANDSCAPES

TURF S UP: GROWING A HEALTHY LAWN IN PHOENIX DESERT LANDSCAPES TURF S UP: GROWING A HEALTHY LAWN IN PHOENIX DESERT LANDSCAPES For those of us who migrate to Phoenix from other parts of the country, growing green and healthy grass in the middle of the desert is our

More information

UNIFIED FACILITIES GUIDE SPECIFICATIONS

UNIFIED FACILITIES GUIDE SPECIFICATIONS USACE / NAVFAC / AFCEC / NASA UFGS 32 92 23 (April 2006) -------------------------- Preparing Activity: NAVFAC Replacing without change UFGS-02922 (May 2004) UNIFIED FACILITIES GUIDE SPECIFICATIONS References

More information

Compost Quality Best Management Practices. Athena Lee Bradley Northeast Recycling Council, Inc.

Compost Quality Best Management Practices. Athena Lee Bradley Northeast Recycling Council, Inc. Compost Quality Best Management Practices Athena Lee Bradley What is Compost? Value-added product: converts waste material to easy-to-handle, useful product. Soil-like material, rich in organic matter

More information

Tree Pits Construction Guide

Tree Pits Construction Guide Tree Pits Construction Guide What are tree pits? Tree pits collect stormwater runoff from small carpark areas or roads. Runoff filters through the tree roots and surrounding soil mix, trapping sediment

More information

A new hybrid turf system for sport fields

A new hybrid turf system for sport fields A new hybrid turf system for sport fields A natural turf pitch with less maintenance and more hours of use is now a reality In Palau cooperation Hybrid Turf with a Sit-In new system Sport, to the change

More information

EROSION & SEDIMENT CONTROL

EROSION & SEDIMENT CONTROL EROSION & SEDIMENT CONTROL Surface Water Protection During Well Site Construction Kelly Kees, PE WVDEP, Office of Oil and Gas SEDIMENT & EROSION CONTROL PLANS Per West Virginia State Code 22-6-6(d) 22-6A-7(c),

More information

IPM in Schools Checklists Exclusion & Sanitation

IPM in Schools Checklists Exclusion & Sanitation IPM in Schools Checklists Exclusion & Sanitation Cafeteria, Kitchen, Storage Seal gaps where utility lines enter the building and between rooms Seal all cracks and gaps in foundations, windows, door jambs

More information

2018 Community Garden Guidelines

2018 Community Garden Guidelines 2018 Community Garden Guidelines The Franciscan Earth Literacy Center (FELC) will be hosting community garden plots on the Seeds of Hope Farm for the 2018 season. Plots will be available for a participation

More information

CITY MANAGER S MONTHLY REPORT

CITY MANAGER S MONTHLY REPORT CITY MANAGER S MONTHLY REPORT JANUARY, 2019 200 East Broadway Hobbs, NM 88240 www.hobbsnm.org THE CITY OF HOBBS, NEW MEXICO 200 EAST BROADWAY HOBBS, NEW MEXICO 88240 PARKS

More information

SMCWPPP IPM Training March 8, 2017 Bay-Friendly Landscaping, IPM and Stormwater

SMCWPPP IPM Training March 8, 2017 Bay-Friendly Landscaping, IPM and Stormwater SMCWPPP IPM Training March 8, 2017 Bay-Friendly Landscaping, IPM and Stormwater Peter Schultze-Allen, BFQP EOA Inc. BAY-FRIENDLY LANDSCAPING A whole systems (watershed) approach to the design, construction

More information

by Barbara Guilland With help from Spokane Master Gardener Program

by Barbara Guilland With help from Spokane Master Gardener Program Becoming Waterwise: Good Lawn, but Less Lawn 2015 by Barbara Guilland With help from Spokane Master Gardener Program Using Water for Lawns mastergardener@spokanecounty.org Establishing a New Lawn C065

More information

900 Roadside Improvement

900 Roadside Improvement 900 Roadside Improvement Plate 901 TEMPORARY EROSION AND POLLUTION CONTROL Temporary Berm 901-1 Temporary Slope Drain 901-1 Temporary Slope Barrier (Set Price) 901-1 Temporary Ditch Check 901-1 Temporary

More information

Converting Kentucky Bluegrass to Native Grass in City Parks

Converting Kentucky Bluegrass to Native Grass in City Parks Converting Kentucky Bluegrass to Native Grass in City Parks Eric Becker, BA, CID, CLIA Colorado Springs Parks Water Conservation Specialist ebecker@springsgov.com ABSTRACT. As a result of the severe budget

More information

Homeowner s Guide to Basic Landscape Care in Colorado

Homeowner s Guide to Basic Landscape Care in Colorado Homeowner s Guide to Basic Landscape Care in Colorado Table of Contents Introduction..2 Newly Sodded Lawns..3 Newly Seeded Lawns..4 Plant Materials.7 Automatic Sprinkler System... 9 Wood Mulch/Steel Edging/Rock

More information

NATIONAL EARTH-KIND ROSE FIELD TRIALS PROCEDURAL CHECKLIST

NATIONAL EARTH-KIND ROSE FIELD TRIALS PROCEDURAL CHECKLIST NATIONAL EARTH-KIND ROSE FIELD TRIALS PROCEDURAL CHECKLIST Prepared by Dr. Steve George Professor and Landscape Horticulture Specialist Texas AgriLife Extension Service, Texas A&M System and Dr. David

More information

H2Overhaul: A Water-Wise Landscape Transformation

H2Overhaul: A Water-Wise Landscape Transformation H2Overhaul: A Water-Wise Landscape Transformation Colorado State Water Plan: Why Water Wise? Because it is Beautiful! And Beyond Beautiful~ Colorado is beautiful, and most of that beauty is dry WHAT is

More information

MADISON MANOR PARK RENOVATIONS

MADISON MANOR PARK RENOVATIONS MADISON MANOR PARK RENOVATIONS COMMUNITY KICK-OFF MEETING MINUTES To: Wilfredo Calderon, Steven Torgerson (AMT), Tom Mitchler, Kevin Stalica, Vincent Verweij, Greg Anselene, Chris Willett, Peter Alchin,

More information

Athletic Facilities Needs Assessment

Athletic Facilities Needs Assessment PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT Athletic Facilities Needs Assessment Fiscal Year 2014 PROPOSED Needs Assessment Index 1. Andrew s Fields located at Margate Middle School pg. 2 2. Firefighters Park pg.

More information

Content. 1. Particular Preambles for Standard Method of Measurement. 2. Particular Specification for Soil Fiber System. 3.

Content. 1. Particular Preambles for Standard Method of Measurement. 2. Particular Specification for Soil Fiber System. 3. Content 1. Particular Preambles for Standard Method of Measurement 2. Particular Specification for Soil Fiber System 3. Section Detail 4. Job Reference and Photos Particular Preambles for Standard Method

More information

c. Provide a means to add amendments to the surface for integration into cultivation holes or by direct injection.

c. Provide a means to add amendments to the surface for integration into cultivation holes or by direct injection. CULTIVATION FOR SURFACE PROBLEMS Robert N. Carrow University of Georgia SURFACE CHARACTERISTICS The characteristics of an athletic field or golf green, depend on the turfgrass, physical conditions in the

More information

Master Gardener Recommended Horticulture Best Management Practices

Master Gardener Recommended Horticulture Best Management Practices Master Gardener Recommended Horticulture Best Management Practices Practices that should always be recommended: Group plants with similar needs (water, fertilizer, sun ) for easier maintenance Fertilize

More information

23.0 Green Roof STORMWATER MANAGEMENT SUITABILITY KEY CONSIDERATIONS

23.0 Green Roof STORMWATER MANAGEMENT SUITABILITY KEY CONSIDERATIONS 23.0 Structural Stormwater Control Description: A green roof uses a small amount of substrate over an impermeable membrane to support a covering of plants. The green roof slows down runoff from the otherwise

More information

PLAY AREA LANDSCAPING

PLAY AREA LANDSCAPING PLAY AREA LANDSCAPING FOR MAXIMUM IMPACT ABSORPTION FEATURING: BS EN PLAY SAFETY SURFACINGS WORLD-RENOWNED ARTIFICIAL GRASS RANGE STRIKING SLEEPERS FOR SAND PITS & EDGING COMPREHENSIVE RANGE OF MATERIALS

More information

BIORETENTION FACILITY

BIORETENTION FACILITY ILLINOIS URBAN MANUAL PRACTICE STANDARD BIORETENTION FACILITY (feet) CODE 800 Source: Jessica Cocroft, Winnebago Soil and Water Conservation District DEFINITION Facility that utilizes a soil media, mulch,

More information

CITY OF OVERLAND PARK POSITION DESCRIPTION

CITY OF OVERLAND PARK POSITION DESCRIPTION CITY OF OVERLAND PARK POSITION DESCRIPTION TITLE: Park Attendant, Senior BAND/LEVEL: Oprs III DEPARTMENT: Parks Services JOB NO: 7200 DIVISION: Parks and Forestry DATE: 4/26/16 REPORTS TO: Supervisor,

More information

Water Efficient Lawn Care for North Texas

Water Efficient Lawn Care for North Texas Water Efficient Lawn Care for North Texas Water Efficient Lawn Care for North Texas Is the green in your lawn, in your weeds or in your grass? Do you have brown circles or spots in your yard? Proper lawn

More information

Soil Health in Urban Areas

Soil Health in Urban Areas Soil Health in Urban Areas Clare Lindahl Conservation Districts of Iowa Wayne Petersen Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship-Division of Soil Conservation Water Cycle Historic Hydrology vs.

More information

Rain Garden Installation Guide

Rain Garden Installation Guide Rain Garden Installation Guide For Homeowners A companion to the Start-to-Finish Rain Garden Design: A Workbook for Homeowners Introduction to Rain Gardens & Using this Guide What is a Rain Garden? A rain

More information

Compost Applications to Sports Fields

Compost Applications to Sports Fields www.stma.org Compost Applications to Compost is a product resulting from controlled biological decomposition of organic material that has been sanitized through the generation of heat and stabilized to

More information

LOWER SAUCON TOWNSHIP MAINTENANCE POLICY FOR TOWNSHIP PARKS

LOWER SAUCON TOWNSHIP MAINTENANCE POLICY FOR TOWNSHIP PARKS LOWER SAUCON TOWNSHIP MAINTENANCE POLICY FOR TOWNSHIP PARKS This policy is intended to cover the maintenance of all Township owned parks and is to be the default policy in parks or areas of parks where

More information

Urban Conservation Practice Physical Effects ESTABLISHMENT, GROWTH, AND HARVEST NUTRIENT MANAGEMENT

Urban Conservation Practice Physical Effects ESTABLISHMENT, GROWTH, AND HARVEST NUTRIENT MANAGEMENT NOT WELL 800 - Urban Stormwater Wetlands A constructed system of shallow pools that create growing conditions for wetland plants to lessen the impacts of stormwater quality and quantity in urban areas.

More information

Why is. Vermont Organics. soil the best choice you can make?

Why is. Vermont Organics. soil the best choice you can make? Why is Vermont Organics soil the best choice you can make? We believe gardens should be good for the earth. That s why we use renewable resources in our soils to make gardening sustainable and environmentally

More information

Turf Management The basics and beyond. Mark Brown Extension Agent Pulaski Co.

Turf Management The basics and beyond. Mark Brown Extension Agent Pulaski Co. Turf Management The basics and beyond Mark Brown Extension Agent Pulaski Co. Turf selection Fertilizing and liming Mowing Thatch Shade Irrigation Weed control Calendars Finding the information Today s

More information

2013 Used Equipment Guide *

2013 Used Equipment Guide * Last Updated April 2013 2013 Used Equipment Guide * www.superiorrental.com Augers Attachments Backhoes Chippers Excavators Forklifts Generators Lifts - Boom & Scissor Loaders Plate Compactors Pumps - Grout

More information

ATHLETIC FIELD MANAGEMENT

ATHLETIC FIELD MANAGEMENT 1 ATHLETIC FIELD MANAGEMENT Gil Landry and Tim Murphy Extension Crop and Soil Sciences Good athletic field management program produces an attractive and wear-resistant surface. Such a surface results from

More information

Aeration and Cultivation

Aeration and Cultivation Aeration and Cultivation Making Sure the Cure Is Better Than the Disease Soil modification resulting from aeration and topdressing. Layers like these can block drainage and impact root growth. Wind-blown

More information

Harvesting Rainwater: More than just rainbarrels

Harvesting Rainwater: More than just rainbarrels Harvesting Rainwater: More than just rainbarrels BJ Jarvis, Pasco County Extension Director/Horticulture Agent Master Gardener Statewide Conference October, 2008 Florida s s water story Why care about

More information

SOD INSTALLATION AND CARE GUIDE. Over 40 Years of QUALITY SOD & QUALITY SERVICE. Delivery, Installation & Pick-Up

SOD INSTALLATION AND CARE GUIDE. Over 40 Years of QUALITY SOD & QUALITY SERVICE. Delivery, Installation & Pick-Up SOD INSTALLATION AND CARE GUIDE Over 40 Years of QUALITY SOD & QUALITY SERVICE Delivery, Installation & Pick-Up WHAT TYPE OF SOD DO I NEED? Bermuda: Bermuda needs at least 8 hours of sun per day and can

More information