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Allied Sponsored
SESSION C |
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Practical Ideas to Cut your Greenhouse Energy Bill in Half
John Bartok, Agricultural Engineer
With fuel prices increasing, it makes "cents" to put new technology in energy screen systems, radiant heat, electronic controls and heat storage to use in your greenhouses. Learn which conservation and alternate fuel systems give the greatest return. |
So Many Biodegradable Containers—Which Ones Will Work Best for Your Business?
Michael Evans, University of Arkansas
Find out the latest research on biocontainers and which types of containers are best in which greenhouse production situations. |
Shaking But Not Stirred—Understanding Pesticide "Cocktails"
Raymond Cloyd, Kansas State University
This session will address the advantages and disadvantages, and other items associated with using pesticide mixtures to deal with the common insect and mite pests of greenhouses.  |
Water Soluble Fertilizers: Best Practices for a Safe Environment
Dr. Cari Peters, Green Island Distributors and J.R. Peters
Water soluble fertilizers remain the most effective way to deliver 100% plant available nutrients. Cari will share best management practices that will help you save some "green" while helping to protect the environment. |
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Business/Bottom Line |
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Greenhouse Culture |
SESSION 12
Pest & Disease Control |
Allied Sponsored
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Managing Inputs and Costs and Maintaining Profitability
Charlie Hall, Texas A&M University
A discussion on how to optimize growing practices for floricultural crops in a way that maximizes crop yield and quality while minimizing inputs associated with crop production practices. |
Top Tips for Handling Container Media
Jamie Gibson, Conrad Fafard, Inc.
Improper mix handling and poor cultural practices can result in decreased plant quality and ultimately an increase in shrinkage. Learn how to properly manage the container media pre and post-potting. |
Perennial Diseases on Perennial Flower Crops
Margery Daughtrey, Cornell University
Learn how to cope with the disease problems of herbaceous perennials in the nursery. |
Using Osmocote Plus in the Greenhouse
Fred Hulme, The Scotts Co.; Neil Mattson, Cornell University
New research shows that efficient fertilizer technology in ornamental greenhouse production can reduce nutrient waste and contribute to the bottom line with quality crops and cost savings. |
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Five Proven Ways to Grow Your Green Sales
Jon Goldman, Brand Launcher
In the competitive horticulture marketplace, "me too" marketing just doesn’t cut it. To stand out and get noticed by the RIGHT kind of customers, you need powerful, proven marketing. Marketing expert Jon Goldman will share five amazing out-of-the-box strategies for landscapers and growers to get the phones ringing and boost sales—without breaking the bank. 1.5 hours |
Nonchemical Height Control
Brian Krug, UNH Cooperative Extension
Everyone knows that we can use PGRs to control the height of our plants, but they are not the only method in our height control toolbox. Arm yourself with the latest research results on cultural practices you can use to battle plant stretch. |
Bug-Zilla: Problem Pests and Why They Are So Difficult to Control
Raymond Cloyd, Kansas State University
This presentation will discuss why insect and mite pests are so difficult to control in greenhouses in terms of understanding the biology, pesticide application methods, and resistance. |
Survey Says…Best Picks for 2011
Sue Adams, Mark Adams Greenhouse; Nora Catlin, Cornell Cooperative Extension
Our plant experts have been all over the country evaluating new introductions for 2011. They’ll share with you how the new varieties fared at trials and consumer surveys and predict the best sellers for spring. |
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What’s New With PGRs
Jim Barrett, University of Florida
Learn about the new growth regulator products, including ConTego, Augeo and Topflor G, will be presented. Jim will also cover topics such as Sumagic on vegetables, liner dips, drench applications and controlling hanging baskets. |
Pest and Disease Control on Veggies and Herbs
Rob Wick, University of Massachusetts; John Sanderson, Cornell University
A holistic approach to keeping transplants disease and insect free. |
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