Miimkiimllia the Magazine of Landscape and Golf Course Design, Construction and Care Since 1962

AN IfßJ PUBLICATION July 1983/$2.00 MiiMKiiMllia The Magazine of Landscape and Golf Course Design, Construction and Care Since 1962

The State of the Golf and Landscape Industries Report From Iron Country: Record Year for New Models McLoughlin Resigns at GCSAA

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Dow Chemical U.S.A. •Trademark of The Dow Chemical Company. Circle No. 110 on Reader Inquiry Card Cover: Brouwer Turf Farms, Keswick, Ontario, Canada. Gerry Brouwer's company has grown from a sod farm into an international supplier of sod, mowing and forklift equipment. JULY 1983/VOL. 22, NO. 7

all segments of the Green Industry. 36 The Sod Market, Ready to Rebound The latest Weeds Trees 8r Turf survey shows a fall in staff and Oregon Turf Farm's new breed, purchases in the last three years. page 38 Cushman's Grass Caddy is a sign of But, new technology enables sod demand for commercial grass producers to bounce back collection systems. See Iron quickly with new construction. 45 Country, page 24. Workmen's 38 Compensation, 24 New Breed in Oregon No-Fault Protection Report From Accepts Renovation Labor lawyer Richard Lehr tells Iron Country the reasoning behind workmen's Oregon Turf Farm manager Will compensation and how to avoid Golf and landscape equipment Lighty bases the future of sod on disputes with employees. Check manufacturers predict a shake- a new breed of customer with state laws to see if your company out in the number of equipment new attitudes about lawn is required to participate in companies as new ones enter the renovation. The advantages of workmen's compensation market. Manufacturers reveal sod for instant, quality turf cover programs. plans and problems. 1983 may can overcome reluctance of price set records for the number of compared to lawn seeding. new models. DEPARTMENTS Outlook 6 40 Green Industry News. 8 32 Efficiency is Key to Golf Update _10 Sleek and Wiser, Long Island Sod Farm Landscape Update >14 State of the Industry Government Update_ -16 Dick McGovem considers Landscape Log .22 As construction returns, gains in efficiency the key to success in Letters _52 productivity and cost control are sod today. Equipment and using Events .55 still needed. Will parks be able the land like a commodity keep Problem Solver- .56 to meet the increasing demand McGovem Sod Farms a major Products .58 for athletic fields, and will they factor in the New York Classifieds _62 be managed properly? A look at metropolitan area. Advertiser Information. .64

Robert L. Edgell. Chairman; Richard Moeller. President; Lars Fladmark. Executive Vice President: Arland Hirinan. Treasurer; Thomas Greney. Senior Vice President: Ezra Pincus. Senior Vice President: Pat O'Rourke. Croup Vice President; |oe Bilderbach, Vice President; James Cherna. Vice President George Glenn. Vice President. Harry Ramalev. Vice President.

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This slope was cleared with Roundup-then planted with a ground cover.

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4 WEEDS TREES & TURF/JULY 1983 "ROUNDUP SAVED ME ABOUT 6 DAYS ON THIS RENOVATION."

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VERSATILE I •EFFECTIVE Executive Editor Bruce F. Shank, Cleveland Associate Editor By Bruce F. Shank, Executive Editor Maureen Hrehocik, Cleveland Publisher Superintendents Aren't Pushovers: Dick Gore, Atlanta Senior Vice President Concerned Members Have Power Tom Greney, Chicago Group Publisher The news from the Golf Course Superintendents Association of Robert Eartey, Cleveland America (GCSAA) about Executive Director Jim McLoughlin's Production Manager resignation was not unexpected. It was the result of membership Kathy Judd, Duluth speaking up for a cause they believed in strongly. Production Supervisor After ten years covering industry associations and one year as Marilyn MacDonald, Duluth president of one, The American Society of Business Press Graphic Design Mary Hessing, Duluth Editors, I am extremely impressed with the way GCSAA and its Circulation Manager membership handled a sticky situation. Kristine Bussali, Duluth Before the conference in February in Atlanta, a Coalition of Directory Coordinator Concerned Members was formed to independently study both Sheryl Albertson, Duluth sides of the relocation issue. The group hired a public accounting Reader Service Manager firm to pinpoint the real benefits and costs of moving the head- Gail Kessler, Duluth quarters to Orlando, Florida. Their findings were published and Promotion Manager Linda Winick, Cleveland distributed prior to the conference, at the coalition's expense. We planned to make the issue a major part of our Show Dailies, but held off when members of the Coalition said they OFFICES preferred to handle the issue within the association first. ATLANTA 3091 Maple Drive Working from within, the Coalition was able to delay any Maple Center One Building relocation plans. They made it clear to the association directors Atlanta. GA 30305 and staff that the reasoning for the move was not strong enough (404)233-1817 CLEVELAND to risk the expense and possible harm to other ongoing programs. 7500 Old Oak Boulevard The membership was not satisfied with the explanation given to Cleveland. OH 44130 Editorial: (216)243-8100 them by McLoughlin. CHICAGO Association direction and management is extremely compli- 111 East Wacker Drive cated. Basically, a staff is paid to do what volunteers can't. They Chicago. IL 60601 (312)938-2344 try to work from guidelines set by boards or volunteers who have SEATTLE their own responsibilities and worries. The board members often 1333 N.W. Norcross hear better prepared arguments from staff than they do mem- Seattle. W A 98177 (206)363-2864 bers. DULUTH Association managers tend to be very good salesmen. Many 120 West Second Street Duluth. MN 55802 times they carry an association through times when direction is (218)727-8511 lacking. When impatient, they can push an association beyond its means before the membership knows what happened. The members of GCSAA reacted quickly, spoke up, and there- MARKETING fore retained control. Furthermore, the board members acted to REPRESENTATIVES represent the membership. The Coalition built such an impres- Dick Gore Atlanta (404) 233-1817 sive case the Board had to listen. Few associations operate so Ron Kempner well. Atlanta (404) 233-1817 It may seem like GCSAA should be embarrassed. On the Joe Kosempa contrary, GCSAA is an example for other associations to follow. Cleveland (216) 243-8100 Future executive directors of GCSAA will know its members Robert Mierow speak up when new programs are not clearly justified. Superin- Seattle: (206) 363-2864 tendents are no pushovers. WTT WT&T Editorial Board

Member; American Business Press, Business Publications Audit, National Euri Cori» Douglas Chapmar Kent Kurtz Golf Foundation, America Sod Producers Associate Professor Horticulturist Professor Vice President Weed Science Dow Gardens Horticulture Turf grass Entomology Davey Tree Export Co. Association, Associated Landscape Mississippi State Midland, Michigan Cal Poly - Pomona Ohio State University Kent. Ohio Contractors of America, National University Wooster, Ohio Landscape Association, Horticultural Research Institute. WHEN TIME to chain saws, string trim- of a nationwide network of IS MONEY, mers and brushcutters, you distribution and service can count on Homelite's centers that can get you HOMELITE advanced technology to anything you need—fast. YOU TIME. keep them on the job. And Talk to your dealer about Whenever a piece of out of the shop. everything Homelite has to your grounds maintenance But that's not the only offer. Because any way you equipment is down for re- way we save you time. look at it, Homelite saves pairs, your productivity is You don't have to go any you time. down, too. And your costs farther than your nearest For more information, are up. Homelite dealer to find contact Bill Grant, Let's face it, time is grounds maintenance Executive Director of money. equipment with a full range Sales, Homelite Division That's why Homelite of accessories to meet of Textron, PO. Box 7047 makes a full line of portable every need. Charlotte, N.C. 28217 power equipment that is And whenever you re- engineered for long service quire parts or service, we'll HOMEUTE life and less downtime. save you time there, too. HOMELITE From pumps and generators Your Homelite dealer is part Homelite Division of Textron Inc GCSAA McLoughlin resigns, move in doubt

The controversial executive direct- the benefits originally expected concentrate on good association orship of James E. McLoughlin for from Orlando, Florida, either management based upon the di- the Coif Course Superintendents didn't materialize or can be met by rection of the membership." Association of America will come Kansas University and the city of Schilling has been in charge of to an end September 1, 1983. Lawrence. The opinions of our marketing for the conference and McLoughlin tendered his resigna- members have to be given top Golf Course Management maga- tion the end of May. consideration, as were the opin- zine. He received the associate According to John Schilling, as- ions of a coalition against the move executive director title upon sociate executive director, "An as- formed before the last conference McLoughlin's announcement. sociation can't be based on one in Atlanta." man's dreams. McLoughlin's Between now and September 1, dreams, including relocation of the the Executive Committee will be headquarters to Florida, did not reviewing the goals of the associa- SEED always agree with those of the tion in regard to the type of execu- membership and the executive tive director needed. Ryegrass fights back committee. The members want The press for relocation, the fi- educational programs, a good con- nancial condition of the associa- against turf insects ference, and all the benefits a tion, and an investigation of the Recent discoveries linking the well-run association should pro- CCSAA headquarters by law en- presence of fungi in perennial vide," said Schilling. forcement officers this spring for ryegrass to insect resistance may The official announcement of alleged gambling violations were be a major step forward for turf McLoughlin's resignation states all factors on the minds of the Ex- and producers. A research paper his reasons for leaving as the one to ecutive Committee in accepting on the discoveries was presented two-year delay in relocation of the McLoughlin's resignation. by Rutgers turf breeder Dr. C. headquarters and the need to be "The dues increase passed by Reed Funk and Lofts Seed Co. closer to his family in New York. the membership at the Atlanta Vice President Richard Hurley to a "It is doubtful whether the conference was for educational symposium on insect resistance in Relocation Committee will have a programs," Schilling said. "Cer- Oregon in May. proposal for the membership by tainly, Educational Director Jim Endophytic fungi was present in the Las Vegas conference in Prusa will play more of a manage- perennial ryegrass in turf areas January," Schilling said. "Many of ment role in the future. We need to relatively undamaged by sod webworms. The endophytes can be transmitted to descendants of resistant perennial ryegrass parents. Funk has also shown resistance to the bluegrass billbug. Seed producers could add the insect resistance benefit to their perennial ryegrass seed. The endo- phyte has also been found in tall fescues.

INDUSTRY Champion appoints national sales manager Frank M. Frederick has been appointed national sales manager of Champion Brass Mfg. Co. of Los An- geles. Champion produces sprinklers and accessories. Total of 5,892 showgoers visited the 261 exhibit booths at the 1983 National Frederick comes to Champion from Landscape Industry Show. The exhibitors saw an enthusiastic crowd during Royal Tool in New York and has more the two day show held recently in Anaheim. than 20 years experience in sales and management. Does anyone rely as much on the weather as aturf manager does?

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IRRIGATION Royal Coach/Buckner buys Valtronix assets NGF backs management school Royal Coach/Buckner, a Fresno, CA irrigation equipment manufacturer, The National Golf Foundation has established a new, two-year has purchased the assets of Val- Golf Management School at Oglebay, a resort and municipal tronix Manufacturing Co. of South El park operated by the Wheeling, West Virginia, Park Commission. Monte, CA. The Foundation will participate in an advisory capacity, ac- Mel Canterbury, vice president of cording to NGF President Frank Smith, appointing three of the Royal Coach/Buckner said, "This ac- seven members of the Board of Regents, helping establish curric- quisition will provide us with a full ula and providing educational materials. line of industrial grade plastic valves The school hopes to provide an improvement of the for turf and irrigation applications in 1 operational skills for managers of public golf facilities. inch through 3 inch sizes with a standard angle/globe configuration "We believe there is a need for such a school," said Smith, complete with plug. These comple- "and know the combined expertise of Oglebay and the Founda- ment our brass valve lines." tion will make the venture successful." "The pressure regulator series fea- Ralph Cryder, director of the Los Angeles County Park tures a moisture-proof, adjustable System, will chair the Board of Regents. Field Services Director pressure regulator with a locking de- Joe Much will coordinate the Foundation involvement. vice to maintain steady outlet pressure The first five-day session is scheduled for Jan. 8-12, 1984. A settings regardless of changing inlet $200 fee will cover tuition, books and supplies. Registrants are flow. The contamination-resistant expected to participate in both the 1984 and '85 sessions. series handles dirty water and effluent systems and has a 3-way solenoid, More information is available from Randy Worls, Oglebay, normally closed. In addition, the line Wheeling, WV, 26003, (304) 242-3000. includes electric 2-way solenoid and hydr aulically normally open series diaphragm valves." Robinson elected The valve bodies are molded of 30 percent glass-filled nylon with metal president of ASGCA inserts or studs molded into the bodies. All have a large oversize han- Ted Robinson of Laguna Niguel, CA, is the new president of the dle to adjust flow and a manual bleed American Society of Golf Course Architects. screw. Component parts are corrosion Robinson, a graduate of the University of California, received resistant. his Master's degree in urban planning and landscape architec- In other news from Royal Coach/ ture from the University of Southern California. In 1954, he es- Buckner, David Truttman has been tablished his own practice and was involved in land planning, named manager of the newly- subdivisions, park design and golf course architecture. In the late established Technical Services Section 1970s, Robinson began concentrating his efforts on golf course of the Marketing Department. Trutt- architecture. man will be responsible for technical literature and sales aids including Other officers elected at the annual meeting in Dallas recently show planning, visual presentations, were Dr. Michael Hurdzan, Columbus, OH, vice president; John co-op advertising and the Royal Watson, Lachute, Quebec, Canada, secretary; and Ken Killian, Coach/Buckner Advantage, a quarter- Palatine, IL, treasurer. ly in-house publication. The society, headquartered in Chicago, is comprised of leading golf course architects in Canada, Mexico and the U.S. GARDENING Gardening tips Nugent forms own design company available on radio Golf course architect Dick Nugent has formed a new golf course Gardens for All, The National Associ- design firm, Dick Nugent Associates of Palatine, IL. ation for Gardening, based in Burling- Formerly a partner in Killian and Nugent, Inc., Nugent has ton, VT, has a radio service available been instrumental in the design of dozens of the nation's top to the gardening public— Gardens for courses including Kemper Lakes golf course, home of the Illinois All Radio. The service, a taped series PGA; Tuckaway Country Club, site of the Milwaukee Open; and of 90-second tips titled, "Helping Your Sand Creek golf course, Bethlehem Steel's new course near Garden Grow" is being offered to radio stations throughout the country. Burns Harbor, IN. He has also been involved in the remodeling "It's one more step toward our goal of many established clubs such as Medinah, renovated for the of providing the most up-to-date infor- 1975 U.S. Open. mation for helping gardeners to be more successful," said jack Robinson, continued on page 14 HF-15 hydraulic technology presents The HF-5.

If at first you succeed

The HF-15 A remarkably successful feat of pure engineering, the HF-15 keeps proving itself to be a versatile and reliable workhorse year after year. In both diesel and gas. With a fully hydraulic system for maximum control under most cutting conditions, the HF-15 remains un- surpassed by any other seven- gang tractor in the field.

The New HF-5 A hydraulic chip off th€*pld block, the compact, highly maneuverlj|ble HF-5 gives you three, four and five-gang Versatility plus the control and maintenance ease of a complete hydraulic system, The HF-5 Is light on the turf anotas hyc variable speed transmisión re handle most terrain or tur shifting. The HF-5 50 acres in eight hour your budget dowitt • » 'IS

Proof that the best fungicide costs less.

There's no doubt why Daconil What's more, in 15 years of 2787® flowable fungicide is the COST PER 1000 SQ. FT.VONE APPLICATION continuous use, there has never preferred fungicide on America's been a documented case of tees and greens. It consistently resistance with Daconil 2787. delivers superior control of 9 $.00 .50 1.00 1.50 2.00 2.50 3.00 Even on courses where it was major turf diseases. -J I J » » » I applied at weekly intervals over But what you may not know is many years. that Daconil 2787 is more econ- The facts speak for themselves. omical to use than the other Daconil 2787® You can't buy more effective, leading fungicides. Flowable 5 ozs. more consistent disease control Using a typical spray schedule, Diamond Shamrock on tees and greens than Daconil 2787 gives you greater Daconil 2787. savings on a per 1000 sq. ft. basis Add to that the important cost when it comes to controlling your Tersan® 1991 50W savings you get spray after most serious diseases —dollar 2 ozs. spray, and you'll see why Daconil spot (including benomyl-resistant E.I. DuPont 2787 gives you more for your dollar spot), Helminthosporium fungicide dollar. (leafspot and melting-out) and So this season go with Daconil large brown patch. Chipco® 26019 50W 2787 from Diamond Shamrock. Take a look at the chart. 1Vz ozs. Because the best costs less. See for yourself how the cost of Rhone-Poulenc Daconil 2787 compares with the other leading fungicides on tees and greens. Here are more reasons why it Bayleton® 25W 1 oz. pays to use Daconil 2787. There's Bayer no need to add a costly spreader/ sticker. Daconil 2787 already has it built in to assure full and Diamond Shamrock even coverage for maximum Dyrene® 50W disease protection. 8 ozs. Agricultural Chemicals Division And Daconil 2787 resists Mobay Diamond Shamrock Corporation wash-off, so it keeps on working 1100 Superior Avenue during heavy rains or watering. Cleveland, Ohio 44114 •Costs based on manufacturer suggested retail unit price as of January, 1983.

Always follow label directions carefully when using turf chemicals. president of the non-profit organization. "According to our 1982-83 GFA/ Gallup National Gardening Survey, there are 38 million gardening house- holds out there who have a continuing need for new information, Radio provides a new avenue for Gardens for 253 future contractors compete All to reach more gardeners with cur- It was a record-breaking event. More than 253 students from 18 rent news and tips. Local radio stations and gardening colleges and universities across the nation and 86 professional centers can arrange to air the shows by landscape contractors attended the Associated Landscape Con- contacting Gardens for All Radio, RFD tractors of America's Student Field Day in Dallas in March. Networks, Endwell, NY 13760. Students competed in 18 events ranging from surveying to irri-

CHEMICALS Velsicol opens two Southern offices Velsicol Chemical Corporation has opened district sales offices in Atlanta and Dallas. The offices will be staffed full-time to help provide greater sales support and communications. "The Atlanta and Dallas sales offices have been added to provide a closer base for our growing sales force and growing product line," says Billy Adcock, agricultural products regional sales manager, South. The Atlanta office is at 400 Wendell Court, Suite 426, Atlanta, GA 30336, (404) 696-8345. The Dallas office is gation. Industry professionals acted as judges for the events or at 8405 Sterling St., Suite 202, PO observers. Box 169083, Irving, TX 75063, (214) ALCA Student Field Day Chairman was Jean Felsted. 257-0511. Richland College Professor Frank Milsap and the Horticulture Club at Richland College also helped coordinate the event. INDUSTRY Next year's field day will be at the Agricultural Technical In- stitute in Wooster, OH. PGMS conference set for Cincinnati Middle management The Professional Grounds Manage- ment Society will have its 71st Annual training available Conference and Trade Show Oct. 15-18 at the Cincinnati-Marriott Hotel. Six seminars in six cities are planned for this fall to help middle The conference will highlight edu- managers and crewmembers with supervision potential. ALCA cational sessions, along with the trade sponsors the seminars taught by Perrone and Ambrose, a man- show and horticultural tours of interest agement consultant firm in Chicago, IL. Three seminars were in the Cincinnati area. The conference will conclude with the Awards Ban- successfully presented this spring. quet on Tuesday night. The fall seminars will be held in Phoenix (Sept. 8, 9), Dallas (Sept. 20, 21), Salt Lake City (Sept. 22, 23), Detroit (late Oct.), Bos- ton (Nov. 20, Dec. 1), and Washington, D.C. (Dec. 2, 3). CHEMICALS ALCA Executive Director Gail Morgan told Weeds Trees 8r Turf, "Instead of being aimed at owners and upper management, EPA approves Embark these seminars are designed for mid-level managers and crewmembers with supervisory potential." for Poa annua control The first day the focus is on problem solving and team leader- The Environmental Protection Agency ship. The second day is devoted to organizing work and time issued its approval recently for the use management. Interested persons should contact ALCA, 1750 Old of 3M's Embark plant growth regulator Meadow Rd., McLean, VA 22102. (703) 821-8611. to suppress Poa annua seedhead development on golf course fairways. The approved rate is V2-pint per acre. continued on page 16 TIME TO CHANGE THE NEW BROUWER 1500 HARVESTER DOES IT ALL

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Woodbine Avenue/Keswick, Ontario, Canada L4P 3E9/Telephone: (416) 476-4311/Telex 065-24161 Embark PGR, introduced by 3M in 1978, has been used extensively to reduce mowing costs on low-maintenance grasses and difficult-to-mow areas by golf course superintendents, EPA stops all registration highway maintenance crews and others. Turfgrass researchers at Michigan in data dispute State and Pennsylvania State identi- fied Embark PGR as a valuable tool The Environmental Protection Agency temporarily halted all for golf course superintendents when registration in April until a ruling was clarified by the U.S. Dis- applied during the spring before seed- trict Court for the Eastern District of Missouri. The Court found heads have emerged. The product sections of the registration regulations "unconstitutional and un- suppresses Poa annua seedhead lawful" in a case brought against EPA by the Monsanto Chemical development, which results in health- Co., St. Louis. ier root growth, enhanced summer col- or and increased drought-resistance, Monsanto brought the suit against EPA because its data the researchers say. alledgedly has been used to support registration of competitors products. EPA at first halted all registrations, then relaxed its position to register only those chemicals supported by data owned INDUSTRY by the registrant and "me-too" chemicals supported by data used with permission of the owner, Jacobsen names Kepner While EPA and District Court lawyers attempted to explain the Chief Test Engineer full impact of the court's ruling, EPA froze all registration appli- Kent G. Kepner has been appointed cations. When lawyers suggested the ruling protected only Chief Test Engineer for Jacobsen Divi- Monsanto's data, a dozen other chemical companies filed a brief sion of Textron, Inc. to the court seeking similar protection. The case may eventually In his new position, Kepner will be reach the Supreme Court for further clarification. responsible for establishing testing EPA officials have felt it appropriate to consider all data on file and evaluation programs for Jacobsen when weighing the costs versus benefits of registration applications. Chemical companies dispute the use of their data for consideration of competitors products, claiming protection as a trade secret. The law and EPA have been vague for years on use of registration data. The controversy has finally reached court level and will be tested. Changes in sections of FIFRA are likely as a result. Bill earmarks $1.1 billion in landscape work The controversial Emergency Jobs Bill passed by Congress in March contains more than $1 billion in grants and funding for landscape improvement. $50 million of this is targeted for small business grants for tree planting and upgrading of recreational prototypes and components at the areas. Another $40 million is available to urban parks on a company's Racine test lab and at field matching fund basis. sites in Arizona, Texas and Florida. The American Society of Landscape Architects is recom- Previously, he was test engineer su- mending its members contact local and state officials for poten- pervisor. Kepner joined Jacobsen in tial work. The Bill stipulates much of the funding must be spent 1970 and has held a variety of test engi- by October 1983, so haste is advised. neering positions in Racine and at the Much of the funding is intended for high population density company's providing grounds facility areas with high unemployment. Much of the money will be spent in Phoenix, AZ. in summer programs that employ large numbers of unemployed. INDUSTRY State spray laws spread Teledyne opens new A bill introduced in the New York State Senate in late March is Memphis headquarters similar to a bill recently defeated in the state of Washington. The bill requires commercial applicators to notify all adjacent prop- The Teledyne Total Power Co., opened its new headquarters in erty owners of spraying prior to application of pesticides. The Memphis, TN, in April. The company New York bill, like the Washington bill, is the result of careless was formed late last year to handle all spraying practices being uncovered by local media. marketing, engineering and product support of Teledyne Wisconsin air- I Inquiries serviced for 90 days from date of issue. 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READER SERVICE DEPARTMENT «IM POST OFFICE BOX 6049 DULUTH, MINNESOTA 55806 cooled gasoline and diesel engines. Arborist Foundation, Inc., by installing give people who need to control more The new facility includes adminis- Paul Tilford as the first charter fellow than one grass an option to do so by trative and engineering offices, ware- of the Foundation. Dr. Tilford was the split application of a single herbicide," house accomodations for a large stock first executive secretary of the Nation- says Herbert M. Day, sales manager of of engines and parts, engine dyna- al Arborist Association, serving from Stauffer's Specialty Sales Department. mometer test cells and accomodations 1940 to 1965. Stuaffer recommends an application for making engine revisions and modi- The purpose of the Foundation is to rate of 7Vz to 10 pounds in the early fications. provide a source of funding for spring for the control of crabgrass, a President Lee A. Delaney explained projects, studies and grants pertinent second application of 7Vz to 10 pounds the company's decision to locate in to the needs of good tree care. Equip- in late May for goosegrass control, and Memphis. ment research and evaluation, tree a fall application of 10 pounds in late "Memphis is emerging as the trans- care safety, and personnel studies are summer for poa annua when these portation hub of the U.S. The availa- among the early projects to be funded. three weeds are problems in turf areas. bility of excellent shipping facilities, In regions where goosegrass or poa the city's central location and its busi- annual are the only or main problem, a ness climate were all instrumental in CHEMICALS full rate of 12Vz pounds should be our choice of Memphis for our used. headquarters," said Delaney. Betasan frequency Betasan also is registered for control From the facility, Teledyne Total rates increased of redroot pigweed, bamyardgrass, Power is now distributing the full line lambsquarters, shepherds purse and of Wisconsin, Wisconsin-Robin and New label registrations, recently ap- deadnettle. Wisconsin Diesel air-cooled engines. proved by the EPA, increase application frequencies and application rates for Stauffer Chemical Company's GOLF TREES Betasan herbicide. Up to 25 pounds per acre of Betasan Columbia fire delays NAA establishes can now be used in two or more appli- production until August arborist foundation cations each year for control of crabgrass, goosegrass and poa annua Columbia Car Corporation of Deer- At ceremonies in Wooster, OH, the in home lawns, turf and golf course field, WI, expects to be back up to full National Arborist Association official- greens and fairways. production by August after a fire in ly launched the Paul Tilford National "The new application frequencies April destroyed one of its seven bays in

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disease tolerance, drought, and winter hardiness. AUGUST JOB FOCUS Generally speaking, phosphorus deficiency is difficult 1. Turf to induce in the average lawn. Most cool season grass a. planting new lawns species are effective extractions of this macronutrient b. fertilization and, therefore, small quantities are all that are 2. Deciduous Tree Pruning needed. Note—with all fertilizers, the lawn should be dry and the fertilizer watered in soon after 3. Pine Planting application. a. transplanting b. late season insects and diseases DECIDUOUS TREE PRUNING 4. Continued Heavy Maintenance The month of August is a good time to prune decid- a. mowing and weeding uous trees. Most of the terminal and diameter increase, that is plant growth has occurred and, physiologically^ it has been shown that there is a good August in the Northeast and North Central states is wound response at this tyne. For years nurserymen the beginning of fall. The soil is still warm, but we see removed suckers and unwanted branches during this the return of rain after a normally dry June and July. month. They took advantage of the foliage being on Further, the day length, or photoperiod, is still long the plant as long as practical, thus adding dimension enough to sustain growth. Landscape development is to the tree trunk but removing the unwanted growth at certainly centered on three broad categories: 1) turf; 2) a time when the plants callused over most rapidly. deciduous tree pruning: and 3) pine planting. The only cautions to August pruning would include: pruning of crab apples during wet periods, thus en- TURF couraging fire blight, and pruning of elms. Hart at August in Central Michigan and through the Michigan State University suggested that wounds on Northeast is the one single best time to plant new elms during August may attract elm bark beetle, thus lawns (while spring is a second prime time for new it could be a factor in late season Dutch Elm Disease lawn installation). The soil temperature is high and infection. Other than these two considerations, most the air temperature is beginning to cool. By the second trees, including bleeders, such as Sugar Maple and week of August fall rains commence and almost every birch, respond well to late summer pruning. morning we have dew on the grass. The above- mentioned conditions are perfect for new lawn instal- PINE PLANTING lation. The weed season is essentially over, and one August represents the single best time to transplant can install a new lawn, while expecting almost com- pines in the landscape. Although spring transplanting plete success with minimal weed seed germination. results in 80-90% success, transplanting of pines dur- Each part of the country will have different recom- ing August usually results in 95% of greater success. mended grass types, but it should be recognized that a The conditions of warm soil encourages root growth. grass seed mixture is probably better than any one in- Frequent showers, high humidity, and relatively long dividual cultivar. It is better due to the fact that there photo-period combine for this one plant genera's is more environmental tolerance and insect and dis- transplanting success. For most success, transplant the ease resistance with a broad variety of grass types pines balled and burlapped. During the '60's some of than with a single cultivar—the same consideration as the early photoperiodic researchers showed that pine with trees, the greater the variety of species, in roots continued to grow during August and September general, the more disease tolerance one can expect. In under that particular day length even though vegeta- the Great Lakes area, a mixture of 60% fescue [cv. of tive growth had stopped. This single factor probably creeping red or chewings], 20% Kentucky Bluegrass, best explains the success of pine transplanting in Au- and 20% fine leaf perennial ryegrass, e.g. Manhattan gust. The pine roots have opportunity to become es- Perennial Rye, establishes quickly, while being medi- tablished before the onslaught of winter. Many um to low maintenance. The individual cultivars of landscapers have noted that staking and heavy bluegrass, fescue and fine leaf perennial ryegrass will mulching also contribute to late season transplanting change as new ones are developed, but the concept of success. Does this mean that hemlock and juniper also a mixture of grasses, emphasizing disease resistance exhibit the same increased planting success? In the and low in nutrient requirements, will probably result case of these plants, the literature and practical expe- in the type of lawn that fits best a large area rience have not been as clear. Junipers, hemlocks, and landscape, park, or even home grounds. spruce transplant relatively well throughout the Fertilizer, depending on the program one uses, is month of September and early October if mulched also important during mid-to-late August. One should heavily. apply the equivalent of approximately one pound of Late season insects and diseases can have some im- actual nitrogen per 1,000 square feet, while pact; therefore, one should be looking for extremely emphasizing potassium as well (five pounds of a heavy infestations of mites (two-spotted or red), 20-5-10). Most fertilizer recommendations are based aphids, scale, and walnut caterpillar. Diseases to be on the amount of nitrogen applied per 1,000 square on the lookout for are few but important. If an ex- feet. Contemporary research has shown that relative- tremely wet August, fire blight on crab apple, ly high quantities of potassium are also important to hawthorn, and mountain ash and needlecast on pine stimulate carbohydrate metabolism, while increasing can be problems. WTT L

If they held an D/tim tii /» o for Bluegrass, Merit would win the Gold That's because this low maintenance variety so often outperforms the biggest names in Kentucky Bluegrass. The record shows that Merit is consistently rated high in turf quality and color as well as disease-resistance, including good resistance to leaf and dollar spot. A variety that is praised for its excellent spring color, Merit also holds its own when subjected to minimum irrigation and fertilization. Look at the record. In 1972 NE-57 trials, in a five- year New Jersey test, in a New York trial, at an eight-year Purdue study, a three-year Ohio trial i and in a four-year Missouri test, Merit often out- performed such bluegrasses as Baron, Nugget, Fylking, Adelphi, Glade and Bonnieblue. Merit... it's a Kentucky Bluegrass worth looking into FULL CIRCLE, INC. P.O. Box 49 Madras, Oregon 97741 (503) 475-3877

P^P A Subsidiary of Cenex One year ago there was specula- burg, Missouri in the 1930's, built a tion some turf equipment manu- The inside company and distribution network facturers were on shaky ground. which included the then Bunton Today, that thought seems ludi- story on the Seed Co., in Louisville, Kentucky. crous, with manufacturers saying "Bunton had the Eastern Seaboard there may be too many companies turf equipment for Goodall until we started mak- and a shake-out is likely. ing our own mowers and Foley Furthermore, two more U.S. market today. bought Goodall in the mid-50's," companies are preparing to enter said Gilbert Brown, Bunton vice the commercial turf equipment president. In 1969, Bunton bought market and there is concern Japa- By Bruce F. Shank, executive editor all rights to the Goodall line. "Be- nese manufacturers are studying tween 1949 and the mid-70's the the market. U.S. manufacturers are market for walk-behind intermedi- concerned about "copy-cats". their trim mowers and large riding ates was served by only a few Weeds Trees & Turf editors vis- mowers with the intermediates companies. Today, there are 9 ited Iron Country in March and (see Mower Efficiency, April is- companies with similar products April to get the full story. We spoke sue). and more coming," Brown says. to representatives of more than a The concept of walk-behind ro- Ransomes Bobcat claims to be dozen companies to get their opin- taries was developed in the 1930's the largest current manufacturer of ions and to learn of their plans. by two men, each separately. walk-behind intermediates. Bob- Most of the activity by far is in Howard Phelps, the founder of cat intermediates were first pro- commercial mowing equipment, Sensation, in Nebraska and Leon- duced in the mid-70s. Ransomes, a especially in the walk-behind in- ard Goodall in Missouri. "My first British company, purchased Bob- termediate (30- to 60-inch) rotaries. rotary had bicycle tires and an cat in 1977, adding a reel line to George Schaefer, Jr., of F.D. Kees electric motor from a Hoover vacu- Bobcat's rotaries. Many landscape Mfg. Co., said, "In 1975, a survey um cleaner," says Phelps. "I've still contractors speak highly of the we did showed a void in the 32- to got it here in my living room in Bobcat intermediates. Dick Leh- 50-inch walk-behind rotaries and Raleston, Nebraska, a suburb of man of Ransomes attributes the we focused our attention on that Omaha. I also hold the patent for company's success to simplified void. Three years ago, Toro did a the first grass catchers for rotary operation and maintenance as well similar questionnaire using a Kees mowers." Phelps began commer- as a good distribution network. mower as an example. They are cial production in 1940 and sold F.D. Kees also entered the walk- aware of the potential." the company in 1966. Last year behind intermediate market in the Price, maneuverability and Gilson Brothers purchased Sensa- mid-70's after market research speed are reasons contractors cite tion and is stepping up its market- showed potential. Sensation and for buying walk-behind intermedi- ing efforts. Yazoo were old-line companies ates. They are replacing some of ,Leonard Goodall of Warrens- with products in that category. WE GEARED OUR GANG TO LAST.

AND CUT YOUR COST it has few moving parts OF CUTTING. and just two major points of From day one, Toro has contact. That means less engineered the kind of gang downtime, fewer repairs and mower you want for high parts replacements. acreage formal cutting. And, besides its time A mower that keeps you proven durability, this simple cutting. Gets the job done. gear drive system gives you Like our Spartan® gang what you want most in formal mower, direct descendant cutting. A more consistent of Toro's first pull type reel quality of cut. mower 60 years ago, and And Toro gears its gang now the heart of our 7 or 9 with other features that keep unit Parkmaster® and 3, 5, 7 you cutting. Like single knob or 9 unit Universal frame. bedknife-to-reel adjustment, Its durability is a perfected roller system, exemplified by the and convenient height of cut 1 gear drive we adjustment from Yi" to 2 /2", use to transmit depending on wheel power from the I combinations. wheels to the 5 Unlike the drive Call your Toro dis- or 7 blade reel. of one of our best tributor. He'll tell you more known competitors, about our Spartan gang I for example, mower and its working partners. Parkmaster, for up to 18'6" widths of cut. And Universal frame, for 7 to 21' widths. He'll show you how Toro quality can cut your cost of cutting.

THE PROFESSIONALS "Toro" is a registered trademark of The Toro Company, Wtlt Ml If Utili lllMV fTTTfTATF^ 8111 Lyndale Ave. So.. Minneapolis. Minnesota 55420. i IftiU lUlIll" XUU CUI I MM\1. Since then Gravely, Deines, and Exmark have joined the group. Still, Toro and Jacobsen wait to enter the intermediate market. Rep- resentatives from Toro and Jacob- sen did not want to reveal their plans for this type of mower but distributors have told Weeds Trees & Turf both companies have prototypes in testing with introductions not far off. One potential problem may be what happens to distributors who carry Toro or Jacobsen lines with another company's intermediates when Toro and Jacobsen introduce competitive models. One distributor felt it will take two years or more for Toro and Jacobsen to build up inventories of walk-behind intermediates if they choose to enter that market. This would give distributors time to evaluate the competitiveness of the new Cushman-OMC Lincoln's Grass Caddy typifies a new emphasis on grass products and whether both lines collection. can be together on the same show- room floor. He also expected price ment. Jacobsen Vice President mowers operate with less horse- and new engineering by Toro and Roger Thomas clearly states his power and at lower rpm, saving Jacobsen to make a difference. company's goal, "We are making a fuel consumption and engine All the excitement is not walk- unique product for the industrial wear. Traditionally they are more behind intermediates. Toro has marketplace. We are not in the popular in the Northeast and West. been pleased with the reception of throw-away business." "More and Reels have difficulty cutting grass its 11-bladed reels it introduced more mowers will be hydraulic," higher than the radius of the reel, last fall. "We have more products Tom Carter, Jacobsen vice presi- usually 3- to 4-inches. Beneath in development at Toro for the dent of engineering said. "At first that, they tend to cut cleaner than commercial market than we have we had to get parts from aircraft rotaries. Regular blade sharpening ever had before," says Steve parts suppliers, but now we are is needed and is admittedly more Williams, manager of the commer- custom designing our own parts to difficult than with rotaries. Distrib- cial products group. "We will intro- increase the efficiency and relia- utors are going to have to change duce more new products this year bility of hydraulics. Solid state their reel service to satisfy markets and next year than any previous components may tell the mower like lawn care," Kinkead said. time. This reflects our continuing operator of the future that the hy- The reel market is growing as commitment to product research draulic fluid is too hot or the pres- well. In addition to the older and development." Toro will an- sure has dropped; preventing dam- companies such as Toro, Jacobsen, nounce its 1983 introductions in age and prolonging equipment National, Locke, and Roseman, are August at its annual dealer con- life." recent entries to the U.S. market, vention. Hydraulics are credited for Brouwer Turf Equipment Ltd. of Denny Brown of Toro is spear- reducing the weight of mowing Ontario, Canada, and Ransomes of heading an experimental program equipment, improving the cut by the United Kingdom. The reel using a computer to balance a cus- increasing the rotation speed, sim- gang, especially hydraulic reels, is tomer's needs with an appropriate plifying changeover of attach- holding its own in the golf and mower. "Construction of a mower ments, and eliminating a number parks markets as a good cut for can mean the difference between of moving parts subject to wear. large areas. Triplex mowers, as two years and eight years of relia- Hydraulics were first applied to well, are being used more in fair- ble service," Brown says. "Down rotary equipment by Excel. ways to reduce Poa annua and dis- time is critical in the commercial National Mower, the oldest ease by clipping removal. market. Some mowers may cost manufacturer of powered reel Clipping removal for both reel less at first, but cost more later mowers in business, has built cus- and rotaries is growing in priority when they don't hold up or last as tomer loyalty on keeping their for product designers. A major part long." mowers as simple and as rugged as of the new commercial line about Both Toro and Jacobsen have in- possible. "Rotaries are not as safe to be announced by a new entry stalled computer-aided design sys- around people," says John Kin- this fall is a grass catching system. tems to speed up product develop- kead, National's president. "Reel Cushman's new Grass Caddy for Create a Colorful Difference

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For more information or to place your Pinto order, call: • Ray or Lance Bentley, Lofts/New York (518) 677-8808 • Tim Bowyer, Sunbelt Seeds, Inc. (404) 491-1311 • John Sours or Grant Jurgensen of Jacklin Seed Company (208) 773-7581 I I Northern Mix I I Southern Mix I I Either Mix Lofts Seed Inc. LOFTS Jacklin Seed Company Bound Brook, New Jersey 08805 Post Falls, ID 83854 faces some increased pressure as a result of new safety regulations. Commercial mowers are exempt from blade brake systems now required on consumer mowers. Commercial equipment producers are concerned some consumer mower manufacturers might try to use the commercial market to avoid the safety regulations. Com- mercial buyers should demand the higher standards set by commercial mower manufacturers, such as ball bearing wheels, heavy-duty housing, and commercial grade engines. U.S. engine manufacturers are Walk-behind intermediate rotaries fighting back against companies Steve Williams, head of Toro's from Ransomes-Bobcat. like Honda who gained market commercial turf equipment group. share recently. Briggs and Stratton its Front Line riding rotary mower introduced a much-improved I.C. company's distribution," says Dick is a good example of the attention series of engines last year recap- Lehman of Ransomes-Bobcat. "As to grass collection. Much of this is turing some of the Honda market. we expand our product lines, dis- in response to the growing impor- The chief problem, according to tributors who carry more than one tance of commercial lawn care. George Schaefer of F.D. Kees, is company's line are faced with Another important item in prod- Honda developed a 4-cycle engine pressure from both the manufac- uct development is a zero turning with better oil circulation than turers and the customers. There is radius heavily promoted by Excel U.S. engines and claimed longer great potential in certain markets with its twin joy stick steering. Ex- life. This concern also increased for new equipment distributor- cel has also responded quickly to the popularity of 2-cycle engines, ships." the grass collection and multi-use such as on Lawn Boy. Briggs re- Manufacturers may try farm concepts. sponded with the I.C. engine that equipment distributors as an op- Mechanical thatch management has greater life and easier re- tion to turf equipment distributors. is another feature being consid- building. "Our buyers have now Farm equipment manufacturers ered by commercial equipment started asking for Briggs engines have an inside track in that case. manufacturers as a partial result of over Honda," says Schaefer. Farm equipment distributors could lawn care. The simple device of- "Briggs was down to 40 percent of also use the extra business. fered by Snapper in its consumer our production and now its back to Garden centers with commercial mowers may work its way into the 60 percent." lines are also an option, but con- commercial market as an option to Teledyne Wisconsin is reposi- sumer equipment manufacturers powered rakes and vertical mow- tioning to increase its engine mar- would have an edge there. The ing. ket share under the name Tele- overall situation does seem to sup- The benefits of coring are being dyne Total Power. Teledyne also port the need for new commercial realized by non-golf markets at the cooperates with a Japanese compa- turf equipment distributors. same time. Aerifying attachments ny on the Robin engine line. Conrad Langenberger, vice as offered by Ryan, Dedoes, Hahn, Kohler and Onan increased their president of marketing for Sim- Kees, Olathe, Turfco, Jacobsen and marketing efforts at the Golf plicity, told attendents of the Toro should be more common in Course Superintendents Conven- Reinders Turf Equipment Show in non-golf markets. tion in Atlanta in February. Milwaukee, "Manufacturers are Tractor manufacturers, such as The engineers of commercial pinched, and many are shoring up John Deere and Ford, are offering turf equipment manufacturers are their distributors. By 1984, housing medium-size tractors with four- busy right now trying to meet the starts will reach the magical two- wheel drive and turf tires to help needs of commercial buyers. million mark. Riding mower sales golf and landscape managers build There are many test models in the will increase through 1986, go multi-use equipment systems. field waiting to go into production. down, then resurge again in 1988.1 Ironically, the tractor as the center Manufacturers now have comput- expect gas engines of the future to for multi-use system was where ers to help their engineers meet have longer life expectancies." Toro and Jacobsen (then Worthing- those demands. Like Toro, other The volatility of the consumer ton Tractor Co.) started and still companies are working vigorously equipment market is dangerous. excel. The primary limitation to on product development. Equipment manufacturers may these systems remains maneauver- The potential hurdle to the en- want to stick more closely to the ability. tire process is the distribution sys- stable commercial market. The trim rotary mower market tem. 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Sleek and Wiser As construction picks up, the landscape industry should not forget its efforts in cost control, renovation, product efficiency, and customer education.

By Bruce F. Shank, executive editor

The ability of the golf and land- created strong support for funding. continue. Advances in herbicides scape industries to weather eco- Trends toward multi-family and growth regulators are being nomic storms has been proven housing and contract landscape accepted by landscape managers. once again. Relatively unscathed maintenance have shored up de- As agricultural chemical compa- and trimmed down to fighting clines in single-family housing nies seek to bolster income lost weight, the landscape industries construction and added to the from a weak farm economy, they have begun modest growth. From demand for outdoor recreation. renew their interest and invest- most indicators, that growth should Housing starts have now picked up ment in the specialty markets. accelerate significantly beginning significantly while these trends Uncertainty in the agricultural this fall and next spring. continue. markets, however, with the Pay- In the simplest terms possible, ment in Kind (PIK) program and the landscape industries do well in lagging exports, is causing a few recession because two primary Service industries agricultural companies to pull back segments, golf and lawn care, are in all areas. Nearly 40 percent of relatively independent of reces- tend to fare well the nations cropland has been re- sion. A third segment, landscape during recession. moved from production under the construction, has bolstered its cash PIK program. flow with maintenance and cut its Farm seed companies are taking labor and supply costs. The sod Weeds Trees & Turf monthly the blow from the PIK program the and nursery markets, however, market surveys have shown equip- hardest. Herbicide makers are have suffered in some areas. ment purchases by landscape and warning farmers of the problems The service industries, such as golf managers were affected more caused by neglecting weed control landscape maintenance, tend to than chemical purchases. Equip- in fields that will be put back into fare well during recessions since ment buying has been limited to production. Fertilizer manufactur- they can cut back quickly and carry necessary replacement and types ers are also facing drops in sales. smaller overhead than manufac- of equipment which reduce labor Amidst the problems in agricul- turing industries. costs. Older equipment and an ture, the landscape market stands Parts of the landscape industry increasing awareness of equip- out as a reliable, healthy customer. dependent upon government fund- ment efficiency should combine to The good future for the land- ing have dealt with frozen budgets cause a major equipment buying scape and golf markets adds to at worst during the recession. Pub- spree in the next two years. stability. The U.S. Commerce De- lic demand for athletic areas has The war against labor costs will partment says builders began on Here's the help you need out in the field! TECH* SPECS" mmmmmmmmmm—mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmammmmmm

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new houses and apartments this turfgrasses a priority. taking place in the South and West. winter at the fastest pace since Seed growers continue their Nevertheless, other areas will get 1979. The National Golf Founda- progress with Kentucky blue- their share. tion reports nearly 350 golf courses grasses, perennial ryegrasses, and Landscape installation work for are under construction. NGF re- fine-bladed tall fescues. They have single homes should recover in the ports 80 percent of these new made significant steps toward dis- fall. Commercial project landscap- courses are tied to real estate de- ease resistance, lower nutrition ing probably won't recover until velopments as compared to an requirements, and most recently, 1984. overall average of 20 percent. Golf insect resistance. The importance of landscape is being helped by the popularity Turfgrass selection efforts by the renovation should continue to seed companies and organizations grow. Renovation is important to such as the USGA Green Section many segments of the golf and Amidst the problems have made development of turf- landscape market and consequent- grass varieties a world-wide ly should be a primary marketing in agriculture, the project. landscape markets stand Winter overseeding is a market out as a reliable, healthy which helped seed growers while Maintenance contractors construction held sales down. should take the lead customer. Overseeding has great potential for golf-courses and other turf areas in recommending on the South. landscape renovation. of condominiums and recreation- Overseeding mixes for sports minded communities. fields should grow in sales as well. In residential construction alone, Cultural practices, including over- concept. Appropriate information there will be approximately 1.75 seeding, will need to improve in on the aging of plant material million starts in 1983. That not only the 80s to enable fields to with- should be distributed. Residential means opportunity for landscape stand increasing use levels. The landscaping is beginning to move construction, but enough new more seed used in maintenance away from the foundation into the maintenance business to support the less dependent seed growers yard. Overgrown material abounds creation of another 220 lawn care will be on construction. in all types of landscapes. There companies averaging $250,000 per The nursery market, like sod and are ways landscapers and nurs- year at a market penetration of 20 seed, has felt the pinch of lagging erymen can take to increase plant percent. construction, northern nurseries sales for existing property. Mainte- It's very important to note that nance contractors should take the the majority of both new housing lead in recommending landscape and golf course starts are in the New technology enables renovation. South, the state of Texas especial- Renovation of golf courses to ly. Northeastern and North Cen- sod growers to increase achieve maintenance efficiency, tral starts are lagging behind. supplies more rapidly golfer challenge, and a more natu- Sod producers especially hope ral appearance is a vital part of the for recovery in construction as than in the past. golf market. Water is one of the soon as possible. New technology strongest reasons for golf course gives them the ability to increase renovation. Reducing high main- supply more rapidly than in the more than southern. Like sod, it is tenance areas to conserve water, past. With netting, aggressive new on the verge of technology to cut labor costs, and chemical costs is Kentucky bluegrasses, and im- costs with tissue culture. Nursery- justifiable. There is considerable proved nutrition programs, sod men with this production capabili- disagreement on how to reduce growers can produce sod in under ty may have the advantage in the high maintenance areas between six months instead of a year. Mod- future. Production of regional golf course architects and superin- ern harvesting equipment also re- cultivars by large regional nurser- tendents, but gradually superin- duces labor and adds speed. ies may begin to erode the market tendents are getting away from A recent Weeds Trees & Turf share held by single-state growers wall-to-wall fairways. survey indicates sod producers with national shipping. The increasing demand for out- realize they can offer the latest A predicted 4 percent inflation door recreation and rising property varieties of turfgrass sooner than rate and Treasurer Bill and certifi- values are giving renewed luster to seeding contractors do. They are cates of deposit down to 8 percent the golf course. Housing around also working hard on cost control will encourage investment in in- golf courses tends to attract buyers to increase profit margins rather dustrial parks, shopping centers, not as affected by economic prob- than selling sod of cheaper, and multi-family housing. Mort- lems as the general public. Without disease-prone turfgrasses. The gage rates between 12 and 13 per- the golf course, the housing might American Sod Producers Associa- cent will spur single-family hous- not attract this type of buyer and tion has made customer education ing and condominium sales. Again, the real estate developer would of the benefits of improved the majority of the construction is face greater risk. The value of the course therefore increases as does The problem is more with chemi- the importance of the superintend- cals than equipment. In the final V The ent caring for it. The fact that 80 analysis, the result is less profit, percent of new course develop- less service. ment is tied to real estate develop- -P350SX. ments is a healthy sign for the game of golf. Once established, In the final analysis, 4-Wheel-Drive and these courses are more financially independent front secure than other courses. the result is less profit, and rear steering Two areas have been wrought less service. with price cutting in the past year gives you control in more than before, lawn care and all situations. distributors. Profit margins in these The market area considered by Compact size allows two segments of the landscape many to have new potential today the 350SX to go market are lowering their attrac- is athletic fields and recreational places other tiveness. areas. The demand for recreation- machines can't... al facilities is clearly evident. What even through a is not clear is how government 36-inch yard gate. Without the golf course, agencies (schools and parks) will Clean exterior design respond to the demand. The in- keeps machine's housing developments crease of special park districts op- components clear of erated by trained managers and might not attract the type tree limbs, shrubs and of buyer free from supported by taxpayers is a good sign. Existing facilities are getting other economic woes. worn out. Who consults parks and obstruc- schools on field repair measures is tions. critical. Who maintains these fields Lawn care firms have always and by what standards are also im- faced competitive zeal in cutting portant. The potential is tremen- out a market share. Ethics in dous, but in the wrong hands it pricing is a major reason for the might never materialize. creation of the Professional Lawn Care Association of America. But, with less new business this year, To rely on construction price cutting was more intense. Also, contractors entering lawn alone to solve all our care to bolster cash flow lost from problems is a definite construction, created more pressure for customers. One large lawn mistake. care company tried neighborhood pricing, offering lawn care to each homeowner in one neighborhood Just to know construction is re- at one low price to increase busi- turning should be good enough ness while cutting down on travel news. To rely on construction time. In many cases, other lawn alone to solve all our problems is a care companies holding those ac- definite mistake. counts just matched their price. The landscape markets need to If lawn care companies don't continue their work toward cost differentiate their services from control, renovation, differentiating their competitors, they face con- service, new product efficiency, tinued price cutting. However, and customer education. a recent Lawn Care Industry A critical part of productivity is magazine survey indicated an 88 good management. Investments in percent customer retention rate. management training for supervi- Stealing customers from competi- sors pays off with better organiza- tors has not been very successful. tion, fewer mistakes and greater There has been considerable productivity. price cutting by equipment and Marketing programs should be chemical distributors recently. reviewed for effectiveness. Selling One medium-size distributor told is a discipline equal in importance Weeds Trees & Turf prices are to technical ability. Ability needs down to cost in some bids for gov- to be communicated to potential ernment and industrial customers. customers. WTT Average Seed Expenditures

Year Amount 1980 $6,318 1981 5,577 BOUNCING BACK 1982 4,394 1983 Insufficient Sod industry fights back with customer responses education and higher quality turfgrass

1983 will be the year the sod market "This (alternate ground cover) is lower interest rates and housing recovers, according to the results of brought about by some water shortages costs." an informal WEEDS TREES & TURF in our area and from this, some cities Another respondent said, "The un- survey. like Aurora, CO, have enacted ordi- certainty of demand brings about low All respondents were owners, presi- nances against bluegrass above certain production and low prices. The profit dents or in top supervisory positions quantities." margin is very narrow compared to within the company. On the average, Keeping expenses under control was five or more years ago." they managed 276.5 acres of sod. Sod a concern for all, but depending on the Education, not only of sod producers production is the primary business of in state-of-the-industry developments, over 80 percent who replied. Others but of the public in the short and raised cattle, were in nursery sales or long-range benefits of sod over seed, land development and maintenance. "The profit margin is very was one of the largest areas of Half of the respondents have re- low compared to five or concern. duced their sod acreage in the past two As one sod producer put it, "We years to crops such as wheat, soybeans, more years ago." need to have consumers recognize the com, tomatoes, mint, vegetables, trees value of quality sod over seed." and tobacco. Another sod producer thought indiscriminate buyers were a problem. "We Challenges ahead size of the company, seems to be han- have to educate buyers to the impor- Four challenges surfaced as major dled in different ways. tance of quality sod. Indiscriminate concerns for sod producers. "I have a second job during the buyers that go for the lowest price sod Growing higher quality sod at lower winter months," explained one sod regardless of quality, often hurt the prices was mentioned frequently. producer. "My wife also works. That's image of all sod producers because the "For us, selecting the varieties and O.K. for a small producer like me to get sod they lay often turns out poorly species that will satisfy the cities so sod by, hut a large sod operation would (weed-infested) and is often of mixed can be used instead of rock or other have to diversify into other crops in varieties. Low-quality producers are ground covers is one of our concerns," order to survive. The solution to the kept in business and prices in general said one sod grower from Colorado. whole problem lies in the ability to are held down." The threat of over-production was another challenge. While some areas are depressed, in others the demand Importance of Buyers in the Sod Market* for sod is there, but the money isn't. "At present, we could sell more sod Moderately Not No than we could grow," said one re- Important Important Important response spondent. "We plan to continue plant- Landscape Contractors 46 5 1 5 ing as soon as we can afford to do so." Homeowners 30 16 7 4 Elusive answers Cemeteries 6 17 20 14 The answers to these and other challenges aren't simple. According to the Golf Courses 5 28 20 4 survey, there is a definite need for Garden Centers 13 20 14 10 more aggressive advertising and marketing; more communication among Schools/Parks 15 19 11 12 industry members; lower interest rates; emphasis on good business practices Other 2 and quality products; and more research at the university level for find- * based on 57 responses ing more disease-resistant strains. Employment numbers of both full The Average Number of Employees i 350SX. Year Full-time Part-time 1980 7.28 8.0 • Vibrator speed can be varied to match soil 1981 7.54 8.0 conditions, giving 1982 8.0 7.0 you maximum 1983 6.08 6.0 fracturing force. • Twin lift cylinders allow you to vary cover depth during plowing. • Optional front- and part-time employees have notice- enough responded to accurately judge mounted hydraulic ably declined over the past four years. seed sales for 1983. , trenching accessory In 1980, the respondents employed 7.2 In 1980, on the average, $6,318 was full-time employees on the average; in spent on seed. That dropped to $5,577 and a hydraulic boring 1981, 7.5; in 1982, 8.0; and in 1983, 6.8. in 1981 and $4,394 in 1982. A little more unit are available Part-time employees went from 8 in than 50 percent of the respondents an- so one machine 1980, stayed the same in 1981, dropped ticipated their seed purchases to in- can do to 7 in 1982 and dropped again this crease in 1983, and again, a little more more year to 6 on the average. than half agreed the prices would While the number of employees pretty much stay the same. Fifty-four work. declined, few respondents have sold percent indicated they would be more any of their sod acreage in the past two inclined to try more expensive, im- years and less than 30 percent have proved seed varieties. sold any equipment. Landscape contractors are the most Some respondents maintain busi- important category of buyers, followed ness is better than ever. Most, how- by homeowners, schools and parks, ever, see 1983 as the year the sod busi- garden centers, cemeteries and golf ness will pick up. Reduced interest courses. rates were a prime factor listed in boosting sod sales. Challenges, solutions Sod producers had other challenges facing them including lawn disease Few respondents have sold control, increasing productivity to keep prices down, oversupply in certain any of their sod acreage in areas, government spending and sanc- tions, collecting on accounts receiv- the past two years and able, selecting varieties and species of less than 30 percent have seed, finding workers, uncertainty of the market, slow down in building sold any equipment. trade, not undercutting each other, being able to make a profit, cutting overhead and expenses, keeping In the chemical expenditure catego- ahead of hydraulic seeding, and, in ries, 1982 was the year the most money general, being able to survive. Sod was spent on fertilizers, herbicides, producers saw as solutions less acre- fungicides and insecticides. An average with higher quality seed varieties, age $2,160 was spent, based on 36 re- sensible people elected to government sponses. Insecticides came out on top posts, an improved economy, sod or- with an average of $2,240 being spent. ganizations to be better organized and Equipment-buying has been held to to have those associations better police a minimum over the past two years. production, better water management, Sixty-five percent of the respondents develop more disease-resistant seed have postponed buying mowers, 46 varieties, have less government inter- percent have postponed buying sod vention in migrant labor problems and harvesters, 40 percent forklifts, 44 per- develop custom blends of sod that buy- cent trucks and 40 percent sprayers ers can't get by using seed. and spreaders. One individual, though, seemed to Seed-buying has experienced a sig- sum up ¿•pervading feeling. The solu- nificant drop since 1980, although not tion is simple enough—work like hell. A NEW BREED Oregon Turf Farms sees renovation market growing; users finding sod cheaper in the long run

By Maureen Hrehocik Associate Editor Sod is stacked on pallets as harvester keeps cutting.

"The concept of renewing a turf range are a whole different breed," The concept of renovation is also area is relatively new. Traditional- Lighty continued. "They're looking helping Oregon Turf Farm sales. ly, people thought lawns would at new options and a new ap- "New home construction isn't last a lifetime. That just isn't the proach to everything, including the only source of buyers for us," case." sodding instead of seeding. Some said Lighty. "Renovation of old Will Lighty, manager of Oregon people who are buying homes and homes and property is a market we Turf Farms in Hubbard, OR, is who may have seeded once, are will continue to concentrate on. building part of his company's fu- turning to sod for their second People are realizing the advan- ture on that opinion. home or when they decide to reno- tages of the adaptability and im- "The people in the 25 to 30 age vate their lawn." mediacy of sod. Lighty has managed the 350-acre production area since the company's founding in 1976. Lighty holds a Master's Degree from Colorado State University in Ornamental Horticulture and Turf Manage- ment. Oregon Turf Farms is owned by Tom D'Armond. On the average, Lighty spends $6,000 to $8,000 a year on seed and works with a staff of five. "We use a ryegrass, bluegrass and fine fescue combination, but we're always looking for improved types," he said. "We're a very quality-conscious company." Among his bluegrasses, he uses Shasta and Sydsport; Citation, Manhattan and Pennfine ryegrass; and Jamestown fine fescue. He is also "looking at hard fescues." Be- cause of the lack of demand, he grows no bentgrass sod. "Landscape contractors and re- Modern sod equipment (Princeton harvester shown) increases speed and tail garden centers are our main reduces handling. customers, however, we do get Will Lighty, right, in the field with Chi k Defardin. homeowners buying directly from condition and irrigating less. • Rigid frame, 4-wheel- us," he said. "We have felt some Lighty uses a commercial nitro- steer and oscillating front side-effects of the recession, but gen fertilizer, sometimes straight, axle provide stability there is still a demand for sod." other times blended with phos- on uneven terrain and on In fact, Lighty has seen the de- phate, potash and sulphur. mand for sod steadily increase "We still use netting, but the ma- side-hills. over the past five years. Contrac- terial is more mature at harvest • A hydraulic swing tors are rethinking the cost of sod time," he said. cylinder keeps the in light of the scope of an entire The company's greatest market- vibrator and blade project. ing tool is word of mouth. It tries to from swinging to the "immediacy is important in the live up to its slogan, "We're easy to low side when coming case of resorts, hotels, and get a lawn with." out of the ground, restaurants," explained Lighty. "The quality and reputation of preventing sudden "Seeding requires six to eight our product is the key to our sales," shifts in weight. months of maturing to achieve the Lighty said. "Success of our prod- • Standard high-flotation same net result that sod gives as uct is always a concern. We try to tires grip the ground and soon as its laid. Appearances are help our customers utilize the very important on jobs like these product in a way that will be suc- minimize because appearances attract peo- cessful." turf ple to businesses." The adaptability of Oregon Turf damage. Lighty also pointed to the fact Farm's sod was proven in a shop- that some maintenance contracts ping mall where sod was laid on require as much as up to a year for asphalt and is doing beautifully. seeded jobs, while for sod, it's "The future of the industry usually a 60-day contract. looks excellent," Lighty says. "Sod "This is especially important if a is a useful tool in the builder/ job is located far away from the developer's bag of useful tools. All home-base of the company," he people who are serious in using said. "In this case, sod may be ini- property as a money-maker, must tially more, but it pays in the long seriously consider sod. run." "It's really a matter of being an While the company hasn't re- educational process," Lighty duced the amount of care it gives to continued, "showing people op- its turf, it has reduced irrigation tions they may not have been Ditch costs by getting the fields in good aware of." Witch KEY IS EFFICIENCY Long Island sod producer uses pragmatism to adjust to current market trends

By Ann Reilly

land and leases the remaining 40%. Cousins and partners Richard T. and Edward C. McGovern operate McGovern Sod Farms today, a far cry from the business started by their grandfather over eight decades ago. Dick McGovern considers the efficiency of his operation to be primary. His grandfather no doubt ever envi- sioned today's mechanization, irrigation equipment, regular programs of fungicide, insecticide and herbicide controls available, radio controlled operations between the field, the office and the trucks, and deliveries within 24 hours. The trend in the sod growing industry in recent years has been to increase efficiency since it is an industry with high capital investments in mechani- Efficiency of McGovern's equipment is a principle concern. zation. Since the early 70's, the development of modern harvesting You know it's spring on Long Island to upgrade the operation. Expansion equipment has lowered manual re- when the boom trucks carrying pallets became possible through successful quirements from 15 men to five men to of sod roll down the Long Island real estate transactions and the pro- do the same job and has eliminated Expressway. duction of the highest possible quality hand stacking. McGovern's crews har- Chances are strong that McGovern sod due to Long Island's ideal soil vest an average of 5,000 sq. ft. per hour Sod will be lettered onto many of those structure and water percolation and per machine allowing for down time; trucks, and that they will be headed to good climatic conditions. Today the harvesting equipment can actually Shea Stadium, West Point, or a McGovern Sod Farms owns 60% of its cut and stack 6- to 7-thousand sq. ft. an cemetery, park, landscape contractor or retail garden center somewhere in metropolitan New York City, New jersey, Connecticut or Long Island. McGovern has been selling sod since the turn of the century when james McGovern cut old pastures and golf courses for sale to the residents in Brooklyn. McGovern's first farm of 15 acres was purchased in 1936 and the operation has increased over the years to its present 600 acres in three locations (Melville, Calverton and Mt. Sinai) on Long Island. Like many sod farmers, the Mc- Govems bought and sold land, moving outward to new locations as the population multiplied, and constantly tried

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hour at peak efficiency. This figure such as disease resistance, faster estab- the smaller farms, have been hurt by converts to a trailerload an hour for lishment rate, seedling, vigor, darker recent economic times and the decline every two harvesters. color or earlier greening-up. Varieties in new construction. This downward The industry has itself to thank for grown at McGovern are primarily trend has, however, started to turn its innovations, for it is the sod growers bluegrass and include Adelphi, A-34, around already, and McGovern ex- themselves that have invented and Touchdown, Eclipse and Ram I, with pects it to be back on level course by manufactured their new equipment. the tendency being away from non- late this year to next spring. With 70% The 13-gang mowers that cut Mc- bluegrass shade mixtures in very of the members of the American Sod Governs fields are the largest avail- recent years. Producers Association farming on 200 able in the industry and used almost Like many other segments of the acres or less, one would not be sur- exclusively by sod growers. Big rolls, Green Industry, the sod farming oper- prised that the industry felt the effects 48-inches wide and 50-feet long, have ations on a national level, especially hard and saw some diversification to been developed for large scale sod laying operations. Although improvements in technology have definitely increased the efficiency of the sod growing operation, McGovern doesn't foresee it reaching M Morgan ile America's Foremost Naluralls Organic Fertilizer the point of computerization. "It's an eyeball business," he explains. Sod fields are visually studied every day, and something additional is usually Milorganite found that needs to be done. Studies were done to set up irrigation param- eters, for example, but it was found that there were too many soil differ- solid thinking ences, too much variance in temperature to make it work. when thinking McGovern's crews harvest an average of 5,000 of solids square feet per hour per MILORGANITE is a Proven, Natural Organic Turf Food machine, allowing for that will fit into your Lawn Service Program. down time. • Slow nitrogen release is based on activity by soil microorganisms. They work at the same temperatures and moisture levels which encourage grass growth — no more, no less. McGovern's sod fields are generally • There are no soluble salts in Milorganite so it cannot bum the turf. fertilized three times a year, with the "Watering in" is not necessary. type of fertilizer varying with the age • Early winter applications stay in place, waiting for soil warmup in spring. This of the turf. A 1-2-1 ratio, 50% organic frees you for other early spring operations. The Milorganite will be ready to go fertilizer is used at seeding time and on when the grass is ready to grow. young turf, with a switch to a 16-8-8 for • Spreader calibration is easy, because mature stands. If visual inspection re- Milorganite is bulky. veals that a fourth application is Just set any spreader wide open to apply necessary, it is done. 1 to 11/2 lbs. of actual nitrogen per Turf is mowed on a regular schedule 1,000 sq. ft. depending on walking speed. but this again can vary with rainfall • Over 60 distributors assure nationwide and heat. Cutting height is set at ll/4 availability. inches in spring and raised to l5/s AND BEST OF ALL Milorganite pro- inches about the first of June. If it be- motes excellent turfgrass color and comes very hot in summer, height can density wherever you may be. This has be increased to as much as two inches, been proven in service to the turf but McGovern explains that this is not industry since 1926. necessarily desireable since long grass invites fungus diseases. While mature sod is cut every three to four days, sod ready to be harvested is cut every day or two, again based on physical inspec- 6 tion. If it's too long, it doesn't stack Milorganite properly. New turfgrass varieties and hybrids have also been a boon to the sod MILWAUKEE METROPOLITAN grower, since they contribute attributes SEWERAGE DISTRICT 735 N. Water Street Milwaukee, Wl 53202 Circle No. 126 on Reader Inquiry Card other crops in some areas. That, too, age has remained approximately the and technical aspects of producing a is changing back at present. Long same or down only slightly to its cur- quality product. He has a belief in the Island's sod business remained in rent 2500 acres. future which he feels he couldn't oper- healthier shape than the rest of the Dick McGovern's philosophy in ate without. country's during the recession, primar- keeping his operation strong is one of McGovern got his sod growing ex- ily because of its microcosm of better realism, pragmatism and adjustment to perience on the job, and he feels it economic conditions. the market. He takes advantage of new came hard to him without a technical Even the healthy Long Island indus- innovations to the ultimate, keeping background. His degree is in eco- try has seen some decline, however. his eyes open and asking questions at nomics from Fordham University. The number of sod growers has de- meetings and of salesmen. The most Working "hands on" in the business creased dramatically in the last dozen important thing to him is to make a and visiting other growers brought the years from eleven to four, but the acre- profit first, balancing the economics necessary experience. If he were to start over again today, McGovern feels a university degree in agronomy would be a necessity. In the last several years, McGovern has taken his "hands on" experience in For vour fire am problem... sod production and sales and shared it with others by becoming highly involved in the turfgrass industry. He is a <5*>PT270Dursban member of the Board of Directors and Conference Chairman for the New York State Turfgrass Association, and New12"Soil Injector member of the Research Committee of the American Sod Producers Associa- tion, member of the Nassau County Turf Advisory Committee and Chair- man of the Suffolk County Agricultural Advisory Board. McGovern sees the role of associations as being a forum for disseminating information, bring- ing technical and legal problems to the forefront and dealing with them in a concerted effort, funding research and unifying divergent interests. f 100% > In hours "off duty" from McGovern proven Fire Ant Sod Farms and industry-relatecFactivi- kill INSIDE MOUND ties, Dick McGovern enjoys the many with no damage to surrounding faceted life of his wife, three children, L foliage. A tennis, golf, weightlifting, traveling, wood-working, collecting fine wines and investing in real estate and the PT270 stock market. Here's how it works. Dursban Robert Russell of ]. and L. Adikes, a close friend and fellow member of the Dursban and solvents are forced deep into ant Residual turfgrass industry, sums up what galleries with high pressure C02 propellant killing Crack & Crevice all ants by three methods. Injection System makes McGovern the successful man he is. He says, "Dick McGovern is a 1. CONTACT KILL The instant the spray contacts ants, they are stopped dead in their product of the old school. He knows tracks by the vaporized PT 270 Dursban. how to work when the need is there. As a youngster, before the age of 2. FUMIGATION KILL Toxic Designed for use in golf mechanization, he learned the hard vapors of Dursban, C02 and evaporated solvents courses, parks, utilities, way from tough masters, his father and replace air in the mound anesthetizing and nurseries, and other suffocating ants. outside locations. his uncle. He learned what it was like to get up at 4 a.m. be at the field at 3. RESIDUAL KILL Returning ant Treat a fire ant mound foragers and any emerging stages will be killed by effectively in less than daybreak, and cut, pile and load by the long-lasting residual. 60 seconds. hand trailer after trailer of 12-inch squares. Call the Distributor in your area... "He has been meticulous about changing with the times and keeping B & G COMPANY SAWY CHEMICAL CO. 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One of the most confus- ployer's duty to comply ing areas of the law for with the Occupational employers and employ- Safety and Health Act. ees is workmen's com- Nor is workmen's compensation. This is primar- pensation a form of in- ily due to the fact that come compensation, such many workmen's com- as unemployment compensation statutes are not pensation or disability in- easy to comprehend. surance. Rather, work- Furthermore, in a typi- men's compensation is cal injury-related matter, simply a statutory value such as an automobile of a particular injury. accident, the fault or neg- ligence of the parties is Statutory coverage. an essential issue. In Each statute from state workmen's compensa- to state varies regarding tion claims, however, the the minimum number of relative fault of employer employees an employer and employee is rarely must have in order to an issue. elect workmen's compensation coverage. Many The purpose require a minimum of 10 Workmen's compensa- employees, others re- tion statutes were drafted quire only three employ- to give employees greater protection in the case of an ees. An employer who is not covered by the work- injury or death resulting during the course of employ- men's compensation statute then may face typical ment. The reason why fault is not an issue is because common law litigation arising out of an employment- state legislators preferred structuring a system that related accident. Therefore, those employers who are was less litigious than typical personal injury either ineligible or elect not to be covered by the situations, unless an employee is guilty of willful mis- workmen's compensation statute had better secure a conduct. Thus, employees could receive compensa- comprehensive insurance policy in the event an em- tion promptly, rather than waiting until all trials and ployee is injured in a job-related accident. appeals in the judicial system are exhausted. The cost A frequent issue in workmen's compensation mat- for this protection, according to the legislative intent, ters is whether or not a particular injury is compensa- would ultimately be borne by the consumer, shifted to ble. Generally, workmen's compensation statutes are the consumer by employers who elected to be covered given liberal construction, to cover an injury "by acci- under the workmen's compensation statutes. dent arising out of and in the course of employment." Workmen's compensation does not displace an em- Thus, unforeseen, unexpected or sudden accidents resulting in injuries are generally covered. Accidents Richard Lehr is a labor lawyer for the Birmingham, AL, arising when an individual is performing incidental firm of Sirote, Permutt, Friend, Friedman, Held, & duties are also covered. Matters Apolinsky, P.A. continued on page 50 BOOKSTORE

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Alternatively, many state tify the conclusion that the expo- universities have "Safe State" pro- sure contributed to the disease. grams where members of the university perform a similar inspection, free of charge, and recom- Pre-existing conditions. mend to the employer what needs Employers are frequently con- to be done to improve safety at the cerned that an employee with a work place. This, in turn, may be- Richard I. Lehr, attorney pre-existing medical condition come an effective shield should may join the work force and subse- subsequent safety disputes or liti- quently become injured, thereby gation arise. qualifying for workmen's compen- Finally, employees should be arising out of natural causes, sation. A pre-existing medical told that if they believe they have such as degenerative eyesight or condition, though perhaps disqual- been injured on the job, they other medical conditions caused ifying a new employee from bene- should cease working and report to fiting from the company's medical their supervisor immediately. Un- insurance for that matter, would less an emergency, the employer probably be eligible for workmen's should immediately investigate compensation if the pre-existing and document the accident, be- condition is aggravated at work. cause the employer's liability and The Gmm Employers who hire an individual employee's eligibility for disability TRACTOR DRIVEN with a pre-existing medical prob- insurance or workmen's compen- lem that may be aggravated at sation is contingent on the nature BALE CHOPPER work runs serious legal and eco- and facts of the accident. Then, the [PROVEN IN DAIRY FARM USE] nomic risks. Employers have the employer should send the employ- right to inquire about a prospective ee to a company doctor to deter- employee's medical condition at mine immediately the severity of the time of employment, and we the injury and approaches that strongly advise employers to do so need to be taken. In most states in the following manner: where workmen's compensation 1. First determine that an individu- claims are contested through al is qualified for the job. administrative procedures, this ini- 2. Investigate the individual's tial examination may be admissi- medical history. Inquire about ble and contribute to determining whether or not the employee re- NOW proven successful prior job-related injuries and ill- in Lawn Service and nesses and verify the accuracy of ceives workmen's compensation the information conveyed to the benefits. operations. Nursery employer by the individual. If an employee has missed work LAWN SERVICE USES: 3. 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WTT M* * Turf Type Tall Fescue Performs in the Shade Rebel turf-type tall fescue ... up to 30% finer and 188% denser than Kentucky 31. Now university testing is showing Rebel tall fescue performs exceptionally well in shaded conditions. This is what two of the leading turf specialists are saying about the shade performance of tall fescues: Dr. Beard, world-famous turf agronomist at Texas A&M University: "After five years of testing the performance of tall fescue at College Station, Texas, results show that more consideration should be given to its use in shaded areas - particularly in the South where bermudagrass does not persist in the shade." Dr. Funk, world-renowned turf breeder at Rutgers University: "In four years of testing at North Brunswick, NJ, Rebel has shown promise of significantly improved shade performance."

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Lofts/Maryland Lofts/New York Beltsville, MD 20705 Cambridge, NY 12816 (301) 937-9292 (518) 677-8808 Lofts/New England Sunbelt Seeds, Inc. Great Western Seed Co., Inc. Arlington, MA 02174 Tucker, GA 30084 Albany, OR 97321 (617) 648-7550 (404) 491-1311 (503) 926-5892 Circle No. 123 on Reader Inquiry Card A vote for golf down there is just too much troub- Anyway, thanks for an excellent the little course le and aggravation, simply because the magazine. I really look for it each name of the game is $$$$$$$$$$$$. month and it is very helpful in our at- }ust a note to say how much I en- I'll take our little golf courses here in tempt to keep our "little" course in su- joyed Bill Lyons' article on Let'S our own area from now on. perb condition for our citizens. Not Forget The Little Golf I will also make a prediction. We Jerry Allen COURSES. It was just great and so will see the day when the classy clubs Elizabeth City Parks very true. welcome the public to a great degree and Recreation District, Having just returned from Florida and golf will be FREE as long as you Elizabeth City, NJ and other Southern areas, I have de- are willing to pay $50.00 per round for cided it is my last. The attempt to play a cart. Organization is needed I applaud your proposal to form an organization of educators and extension agents in horticulture and agronomy for turf and landscape. I agree that such an organization would he helpful to us and the industry. A major part of my educational effort is with landscape managers, grounds maintenance people and turf care professionals. We have for the past eight years conducted a two-day school here in Evansville for these professionals as well as other meetings during the year. Over 100 participated. Please let me know what I can do to help the organization become a reality. Thank you for an excellent magazine. Allen Boger Extension Agent Horticulture Purdue University Evansville, IN

This is the famous Weather-matic valve for automatic lawn and turf irrigation sys- Dual role for WT&T tems. Our brass and glass-filled nvlon I am writing this letter in response to models are engineered and crafted to be your editorial in the March issue of the standard by which other valves are Weeds, Trees, and Turf. I am the Extension Plant Pathologist judged. It's the standard of comparison in charge of disease recommendations because it works, long and hard. We know it will before it for forest, shade trees, and turf leaves our factory for each one (not a "representative throughout the state of Georgia. 1 work very closely with our forestry industry, sample") is pressure tested to be sure. muncipalities (in managing their urban It teams up perfectly with Weather-matic sprinkler forests), and the turf grass industry heads, controllers and the Rain-Stat® to make the system within the state which includes golf that can't be beat. courses as well as other high maintenance urban turf. Not only is Weeds, The integrated Weather-matic system is your trust- Trees, and Turf very helpful to me in worthy investment in landscape maintenance. Write for distributing information, hut it is also a the name of the Weather-matic distributer in your area. possible outlet for me to disseminate information in the future. You can't beat the Weather-matic system, because 1 will be glad to work with you in any it works. way possible. If I can be of any assist- ance to you in this area, please feel free to contact me. Weather matic Edward A. Brown LAWN AND TURF * IRRIGATION Extension Plant Pathologist University of Georgia, Weather-matic • Box 18205 • Dallas, Texas 75218 College of Agriculture, Athens, GA Nothing costs less thon Subdue Decouse so little goes so for.

Subdue gives turf the . opt. Second, Subdue works best protection against on contact to control Pythium blight and Y ^ Pythium in the soil. damping-off for the Subdue will give you least cost. jv^1 control in both established Nothing costs less to turf and newly-seeded turf. use than Subdue* to control And Subdue's systemic ac- Pythium blight and tion gives you longer-lasting damping-off. Because it control than other fung- only takes V/2 fluid ounces icides. So you not only save of Subdue to cover 1.000 on Subdue's low rate, you square feet for 10 to 21 days, also save on maintenance on established turf. and labor costs. And nothing works as That's why Subdue is well because Subdue has the best protection you can two-way action against get. Because so little goes Pythium blight and so far. damping-off. First, Subdue Ciba-Geigy. Ag. Div., works systemically, to pro- Box 18300. Greensboro, tect your turf from the inside NC 27419

Another frost crack solution Your answer in the December 1982 issue of Weeds, Trees and Turf's (Vegetation Management column) on the ways to prevent frost cracks in London Plane reminded me of how I stopped frost crack in a 30 inch pin oak in my backyard.

When I moved into my present home in December 1959, the large pin oak in the backyard had a frost crack on the south side of the trunk extending up about 8 feet above the ground. It had been cracking for several years and a ridge of callus tissue had formed, but each year the crack opened anew. I noticed, also, that during the summer that fluxing took place out through the crack.

As a graduate student at Cornell in 1948, 1949 and 1950,1 had seen Carl Seliskar's research on wetwood disease of elms and observed that properly installed drain pipes stopped the fluxing. So I drilled a hole a little over half way through the trunk about 8 inches above the ground and put in a drain pipe, leaving the end stick out about 5 inches. The fluxing stopped, the frost crack disappeared, and over the 25 years that followed so has the drain pipe. I think frost cracks How to are caused by water expanding and contracting in the freez- ing temperatures. Hugh E. Thompson Please the Professor, Kansas State Chairman Manhattan, KS And all the rest of the Board at the Country Club. Se- Wetting agent lect Fylking Kentucky bluegrass for f ai rway seed ing, overseed i ng, helps Poa control sodding. Beautiful, low growing, We enjoyed reading Jeff Hagman's article on some of the research being done with Embark to control Poa annua requires less mowing and nu- seedhead formation. It is good to begin to get this informa- trients. And — tion out to the field. it's an elite We also thought the "Weeds Trees & Turf" readership bluegrass that would be interested to know about the concurrent "Poa costs less. seedhead control" research that has been conducted at Cornell. Dr. M. Petrovic has found that Aqua-GRO (the soil wetting agent for rootzone water management) as well as EMBARK properly applied in the spring gives consistently significant reductions in Poa seedhead formation with no discoloration or inhibition of the turf. In fact Dr. Petrovic's data showed improved quality ratings where Aqua-GRO was used. This treatment can also serve as the rootzone application of Aqua-GRO, thus becoming an additional benefit of a regularly used turf product.

Dr. Petrovic presented this research at the American Soci- ety of Agronomy meeting but has not yet published it as it is going through the patenting process. However, the abstract KENTUCKY BLUEGRASS is in Agronomy Abstracts, page 145 and Dr. Petrovic can be U S Plant Patent 2887 contacted with questions on the work. Another fine, quality-controlled product of Jacklin Seed Company. We enjoy reading your magazine. It is helpful in keeping abreast with new developments in the turf industry. Demie Moore Powell Vice President-Marketing Aquatrols Corp. of America Pennsauken, New Jersey m/mm Convention and Field Days, Atlantic Central Plains Turfgrass Foundation- JULY City, NJ. July 11-13. Contact Bob Kansas State University Field Day, Garey, Executive Director, 9th and Manhattan, KS. July 27. Minnesota, Hastings, NE 68901 (402) Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 463-4683. Illinois Landscape Contractors Asso- 1 2 ciation Annual Summer Field Day, American Association of Nursery- Matt Tures Sons Nursery, Huntley, IL. men Annual Convention, Montreal, 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Aug. 3. Contact Lucile Little, 4A East Canada, July 16-20. Contact AAN, 230 Wilson St., Batavia, IL 60510 (312) Southern Bldg., 15th and 8th Sts., NW, 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 879-0765. Washington, D.C. 20005 (202) 737-4060. 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 Mississippi Turfgrass Association Ohio State University Cooperative 31 25 26 27 28 29 30 24th Annual Conference, July 24-26. Extension Service Landscape Design Contact |im Perry, Dept. of Horticul- Short Course for Residential Pro- ture, Mississippi State University. (601) perties, Wooster, OH, "Planting California Association of Nursery- 325-3935. Design," Aug. 3-5. Prerequisite is men Nursery Field Day. Research Course II. Contact Fred K. Buscher, Reports, University of California, Riv- Area Extension Center, OARDC, erside Campus. July 7. Contact CAN, 1983 Penn Allied Nursery Trade Show, Wooster, OH 44691 (216) 262-8176 1419 21st St., Sacramento, CA 95814. Hershey Lodge and Convention Center, (916)448-2881. Hershey, PA, July 26-28. Contact Pat Norman, PANT, 234 State St., Harris- Aquatic Plant Management Society, burg, PA 17101-1181. (717) 238-1673. Inc. Annual Meeting, Duch Inn, Lake Buena Vista, FL. July 10-13. Contact University of Illinois Turfgrass and APMS, PO Box 16, Vicksburg, MI Ornamentals Research Field Day, Or- To insure that your event is included, 39180. namental Horticultural Research please forward it, 90 days in advance, Center, Urbana, IL July 27. Contact to: WEEDS TREES & TURF Events, American Association of Sod Produc- Dr. Dave Wehner, 1707 S. Orchard, 7500 Old Oak Boulevard, Cleveland, ers Association International Summer Urbana, IL 61801. (217) 333-7848. OH 44130.

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If you're cutting down on your fertilizer and water bill, OREGON GROWN CHEWINGS AND CREEPING RED FESCUE is the grass you need. It's fine bladed and blends very well with other turf grasses. The fine fescues are noted for being real misers when it comes to low maintenance turf areas. Use Oregon grown fine fescues for seeding or overseeding any turf area. It's the Miser grass! OREGON FINE FESCUE COMMISSION 2I40 Turner Rd. S.E. • Salem, Oregon 97302 503-585-II57 ease and aerify if the soil is compacted. Applications of fungicides such as Tersan 1991, Fungo, Spot Kleen, Tersan LSR, Fore, Zineb, Dyrene, Daconil 2787, Captan or GET Tersan-75 will also help to manage the disease. Read the label and follow the directions.

Q: This year we have seen a number of our clients' lawns TOUGH showing browning of the turfgrass around house founda- tions. Upon close examination we found 8-legged, small in- on sects. I think they are clover mites but I am not sure whether these insects can cause such an extensive injury to Dollar Spot turfgrass. I would appreciate your comments concerning Fusarium Patch positive identification of clover mites and how to control them. (Pennsylvania) Leaf Spot' A: As you know, the first thing to do in pest management is Brown Patch' to have proper identification of the causal agent. From your description of the pest, I feel that you are dealing with a clo- Red Thread' ver mite Bryobia praetosis problem. Mites are not true insects. The clover mites are very small (about 1/30-inch), with eight legs and a reddish-brown body, and usually present a problem by invading houses during the spring and fall. They have very distinguishing, long, front legs which extend forward from the body. These can be easily seen with a 10X hand lens. Mites feed on turfgrass, clover and other vegetation. During fall they lay eggs on building walls, tree bark or plants and have several generations per year. Infested turf initially shows a silvery appearance caused by the mites feeding activity. Damage is 'Approval Pending often seen in spring in a 3-feet band around house founda- tions.

By Balakrishna Rao, Ph.D., and Thomas P. Mog, Ph.D.

Q: Every year during the summer months we have seen GET lawns with extensive tip dieback of grass blades. I think it is Anthracnose disease. Could you please help me in identifying and controlling this problem? (Michigan) A: The tip dieback and blighting can be caused by a number of different fungi such as Leptosphaerulina, Ascochyta, VORLAN Septoria and Colletotrichum. With the help of a 10X magni- fying lens, examine affected turfgrass blades. You can dis- Fungicide tinguish Colletotrichum, the causal agent of Anthracnose, from all other fungi causing tip dieback by the presence of Cures and prevents dark, minute spines protruding from the leaf surface in clus- even resistant strains. ters. These are the fruiting bodies (acervuli) of the Anthrac- nose fungus. The other fungi (mentioned above) have smooth-walled fruiting bodies. At your distributor now! Anthracnose disease is reported to be very widespread and probably infects all cultivated turfgrass in warm Tough new ways (80°-85°F.) and prolonged moist weather. This disease usu- to protect your turf ally establishes in turfgrass that is weakened by other pest problems such as leaf spot disease, improper fertility, compacted soil, etc. Affected turf may show round to elongated, reddish- Mallinckrodt brown leaf lesions which often coalesce and blight the blades. Older affected blades will show the fruiting bodies Mallinckrodt, Inc. (acervuli) with dark spines. Diseased turf is reddish-brown St. Louis • Jersey City • Los Angeles at first, fading to a light tan or yellow. Patches may vary (800) 325-7155 from a few inches to 10-20 feet in diameter. Follow good cultural practices to minimize the disease in- In Missouri: (314)982-5241 cidence and improve turf vigor. Provide proper watering and feeding. Pick up clippings to reduce the spread of dis- Amonium sulfate (10 lbs./lOOO sq. ft. when moss is actively growing) can also be used. Do not water the area after treatment. GET After the moss is gone, the thinned out areas in the lawns should be overseeded with turf cultivars adapted to the lo- TOUGH cations. on Cut Worms Chinch Bugs Sod Webworms Billbugs, Grubs and Many Other Insects

Balakrishna Rao is plant pathologist and Thomas Mog is pest management specialist for Davey Tree Expert Co., Kent OH. Questions should be mailed to Problem Solver, Weeds Trees & Turf, 7500 Old Oak Boulevard, Cleveland, Ohio 44130. Please allow 2-3 months for an answer to appear in the magazine.

Usually chemical treatment is not necessary for clover mite control because predators keep the populations under good control. If the damage is extensive, apply chemical treatments at the first sign of infestation. Chemicals such as diazinon, Spectracide, Kelthane or Dursban can be used to minimize this pest. Read the label and follow the directions for more details. GET

Q: Some of our clients' properties are heavily infested with moss. The properties are full of trees around the outer bor- der with the house usually located in the center of a donut- shaped lawn. The lawns were seeded about 2-3 years ago DYMET and they are very thin. I would appreciate your recommendations to manage this moss-spreading problem. (New Insecticide York) Broad-spectrum, A: Before attempting to control the moss, study the properties and identify the reasons why moss is growing and estab- dual formula works lishing in these properties. A moss problem is usually the re- safely and economically. sult of improper drainage, insufficient light or poor air circulation. Also, moss can tolerate alkaline or acid soils better Labeled for turf and ornamentals. than turfgrasses. At your distributor now! Moss can invade and establish well in those locations where conditions are unfavorable for turfgrass. Moss plants do not have roots, instead they have rhizoids. Tough new ways The following guidelines may improve the condition of to protect your turf the turf. After identifying the possible reasons why moss is growing in lawns, try to eliminate those problems first. If Mall i nek rodt heavy shade, reduce the shade by thinning tree branches. ^^^^^^^ Improve drainage and air circulation to discourage moss Mallinckrodt, Inc. growth. Make a soil test to determine soil pH and fertility St. Louis • Jersey City • Los Angeles and adjust accordingly. (800) 325-7155 After following these cultural practices, if desired apply In Missouri: (314) 982-5241 chemicals such as powdered copper sulfate (2 lbs./acre or 3 level tablespoons/1000 sq. ft.). Be careful while using this product—use gloves because it stains clothes, skin, etc. Circle No. 124 on Reader Inquiry Card TURF MANAGERS' HANDBOOK By Dr. William Daniel and Dr. Ray Freeborg $23.95" hardcover $18.95* paperback This essential reference book covers: •scope and organization »pests and controls •grasses and grooming »uses of turf •rootzones and water «serving turf needs Ditch Witch debuts •nutrition »AND MORE compact loader The TURF MANAGERS' HANDBOOK is an easy on-the-job reference to planning, purchasing, hiring, Ditch Witch, a company known for its construction, and plant selection. These 424 pages trenching, vibratory plow and related contain 150 illustrations, 96 color photographs plus equipment to install material in the 240 tables and forms. ground, has entered the compact loader market. It is introducing the 400 LD, a half-cubic-yard, 40 hp class ar- Ordering Information Signature. ticulated loader. Please send copies of the hardback ($23.95* ea.) Name (print) Lift arms and bucket on the loader copies of the paperback ($18.95* ea.) Address are solid steel. It has four-wheel drive Quantity rates available upon request. City .State . and an articulated frame for maneu- 'Please add $3.00 per order plus $1 00 per additional copy for postage and handling Phone verability. Please charge to my Visa. Master Card, or Send to: Book Sales Bill Haynes, director of marketing, American Express (circle one) said the new loader is seen as a natural Account Number Harcourt Brace Jovanovich Publications Expiration Date _ One East First Street extension of the Ditch Witch line of Please allow 6-8 weeks for delivery. WTT 73 Duluth, MN 55802 equipment. "We believe, he said, "there is a place in the market for a high-quality, compact loader and that the Ditch Witch 400LD has the highest quality Scientific Guide To Pest and is the best value of any product available. Control Operations The machine is available through the Ditch Witch dealer organization by Dr. L.C. Truman which offers sales, parts and service. Dr. G.W. Bennett and Circle No. 140 on Reader Inquiry Card PEST CONTROL OPERATIONS Dr. W.L. Butts Domestic: $32.50* (hardcover) Foreign $37.50* (hardcover) The SCIENTIFIC GUIDE TO PEST CONTROL OPERATIONS is designed to provide a sound basis for studying the scientific aspects of pest control and promote technical competence It places emphasis on urban and industrial pest problems. This volume also covers the laws and regulations concerning the pest control industry.

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New and used brush chippers, Hydro-Ax's and digger derrick's also Join a growing, 3V? million dollar pest control and DIESEL HI-RANGER TOWERS-48-1CX) Feet available. Call or write P C. GOULD SALES CO., lawn care company. We need Branch Managers working heights. Daily, weekly, monthly rentals Plains Road, Essex, CT 06426. (203) 767-1636. 9/83 and Manager trainees to staff our new locations with or without operator. MATLOCK LEASING. in Florida and the Southeast. Send resume in Pottstown PA(215) 326-7711 or(800) 345-7711 confidence to Ron Collins, R W. Collins, Inc., TF USED EQUIPMENT SALE-Toro 70" Tee Mower P.O. Box 2477, Satellite Beach. Fla. 32937. —$950.00. Turf Vac Demo 48" self propelled— $4200.00. Jacobsen 76" Turf King—$1800.00. Help Wanted - Arboriculture, Urban Forestry. We BALL BARRIER NETTING: Made of olefin Jacobsen 76" Turf King (hydrostat)—$2300.00. are looking for a hardworking individual to super- fibers. 6J4 feet and 25 feet high. Strong and Toro 80" Front Runner Rotary—$2800.00. Many vise our chemical application/pest management tough. Will not rust. Easy to handle. For Driv- other models and items available. Central South department. Must be experienced in plant and ing Ranges and Golf Courses. Keep golf balls Turf—Nashville, Tenn., 1/800/251-1404 7/83 pest I D. Our firm is an aggressive, innovative from straying off-course. J.A. Cissel Co., Inc., complete arboricultural firm located in the Dept. JK, P.O. Box 339, Farmingdale, NJ 07727. Chicago suburban market. This is a year 'round (800) 631-2234. 7/83 position that will involve some general tree care TORO PARKMASTER 7—Completely Rebuilt/ during off seasons. Salary range 15 to 20M, de- Repainted with rebuilt reels—$14,500, without pendent upon experience. Write WTT Box reels —$10,000. 1/800/251-1404, Steve. 7/83 Grounds Care Consultants ... in- 318. 7/83 dependent evaluations of your per- Shop foreman with ten or more years experience sonnel, equipment, landscape and For Sale—Rome-feller Buncher 20"; used once; on turf equipment Salary open. Lewis Equipment suppliers to provide you with su- call for price—716-436-2900, ask for Tom or Company 813/294-5893. 9/83 Bob. 7/83 perior management tools for efficient operations ... on your grounds POSITION WANTED ... or on a new project. For Sale—5 Servi/Lifts 55' working hgt., isolated booms in use everyday, call for price — Don: Chemical Lawn and Tree Manager— Seeks 401-353-2144 or Bob: 401-725-2250. 7/83 challenging management position for established chemical lawn and tree company in Florida. Six years experience, with extensive knowledge of (¿rounds FOR SALE - FINN EAGLE MULCH SPREADER. turf grass, ornamental plants, and marketing. 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CALIFORNIA COASTAL REDWOODS, 10" to 14", hardy to -7 degrees, guaranteed. 3 for $9.95, 6 for $14.95, GLA Nursery. 13131F, Allison Ranch Road, Grass Valley, CA 95945. 9/83

300 acre sod farm. 80 acres of ready-to-sell sod: Hybrid Bermuda, Zoysia, Centapede and common Bermuda All equipment: tractors, Brouwer sod harvester, fork lift. 2 water machines, pumps, and miscellaneous equipment. Nice climate. Jackson. Mississippi. 150 miles from New Orleans, 200 miles from Memphis. Easy finan- cing Billy Martinson. (601) 956-5022. 7/83 Then let us know. This publication will be mailed only to your current business address. Please indicate changes and return this coupon to WANTED us along with the mailing label attached to the magazine cover to avoid duplication. Thank you. ACCOUNTS WANTED-National chemical Send to: lawn care company seeks accounts to acquire. WEEDS TREES & TURF Selling price open for negotiation. If interested, send name, address, phone number and num- HARCOURT BRACE JOVANOVICH PUBLICATIONS ber of accounts available to WTT Box 317 3/84 Subscription Dept. 1 East First Street, Duluth, MN 55802 Signature WANTED: Large Lindig and Royer Shredders. Lewis Equipment. 320 Third Street S.W., Winter PLEASE PRINT Haven, FL 33880. (813) 294-5893. 6/84 Name

Business Name Established 20 year old company wishes to ex- Business Address pand its lawn care business in Florida and the Southeast Terms may be arranged to suit the City State -Zip- seller. All replies confidential. Contact Ron Collins. R W. Collins. Inc., P.O. Box 2477, Satel- Phone Date lite Beach, Fla. 32937. Reader Service Number Page No.

102 Brouwer Turf Equip. Ltd 15 219 Ciba-Geigy Corp 53 104 John Deere & Co CV 4 PRESENTING THE NEW 105 Diamond Shamrock/Ag Chem Div 12, 13 OLATHE TURF TRUCK 106 Ditch Witch Equipment 35 107 Ditch Witch Equipment 37 IM31 108 Ditch Witch Equipment 39 109 Ditch Witch Equipment 41 492 110 Dow Chemical U.S.A CV 2, 1 111 Dow Chemical U.S.A 30, 31 112 Ford Tractor Operations 3 113 Four Star Agricultural Services 60 114 Full Circle, Inc 23 115 Goossen 50 116 Hoffco 29

The MODEL 492 OLATHE TURF TRUCK has been 117 Homelite Div. of Textron 7 designed to be a practical utility truck capable of 118 Jacklin Seed Co. 54 performing many jobs less expensively than com- 119 Jacobsen Div. of Textron 11 parable systems. 213 Kubota Tractor Corp 21 PLUS AN IMPRESSIVE 121 Lofts Pedigreed Seed Co CV 3 122 Lofts Pedigreed Seed Co 27 LINE OF ATTACHMENTS 123 Lofts Pedigreed Seed Co 51 124 Mallinckrodt 56, 57 125 Mathews Co 19 126 Milwaukee Metro Sewerage District 43 127 Monsanto Co 4,5 128 Mud Cat 20 129 Olathe Mfg 64 CHIPPER SPRAYER 145 Oregon Fine Fescue 55 130 Pennfine Perennial Ryegrass 9 132 Spraying Systems Co 20 133 Stauffer Chemcial Co 33 134 The Toro Co 25 131 Toro Irrigation Div 42 135 Trebor Corp 19 139 Turf-Seed 54 TOP DRESSER BLOWER 136 Warren's Turf Nursery 61 137 Weather-matic 52 138 Whitmire Research Laboratories (regional) 44

M AERATOR SCARIFIER 140 Ditch Witch 58 Call or write today for more information. 141 Dow Chemical U.S.A 58 142 Teledyne Total Power 60 OLATHE MANUFACTURING, INC. 100 INDUSTRIAL PARKWAY INDUSTRIAL AIRPORT, KS. 66031 i 913-782-4396 800-255-6438 This index is furnished for the readers convenience. However, the publisher can not guarantee its accuracy I II 111111111111111111 due to circumstances beyond our control. Circle No. 129 on Reader Inquiry Card Preludturf-type perennial ryegrases N "Every 'new generation1 brings with it omething special. So it is with this new ryegrass . ..

It's here. PRELUDE, a "new eneration" ryegrass that sets w standards in all 'round rformance. The ryegrass that far surpasses those most popular varieties of just a few years ago., rough Lofts research program, breeding material was obtained from the New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station, under the direction of Dr. C.R. Funk of Rutgers University. The results? Prelude, the turf-type perennial ryegrass that answers the professional's needs. Improved mowability Excellent heat and drought tolerance Good winter hardiness Good resistance to crown rust and brown patch • Attractive dark green color • Quick germination • Fine-leafed, dense growth This is the ryegrass the golf course superintendents and grounds care people have been waiting for. And it shows excep- tional performance in Southern overseeding ** Btek. programs. LOFTS Try the "new generation" ryegrass . .. PRELUDE. Lofts Seed Inc. Bound Brook, NJ 08805 Dr Richard Hurley, Director of Research at Lofts Seed Inc., LOFTS (201) 356-8700 • (800) 526-3890 heads the company's continuous research programs which enable Lofts to maintain the enviable reputation of being a leader in the turf field with the introduction of superior, proprietary varieties. Circle No. 121 on Reader Inquiry Card Prelude is a product of Lofts Seed Inc. and Great Western Seed Co., Inc.

Great Western Seed Co., Inc. Lofts/New England Sunbelt Seeds, Inc. Lofts/Maryland Lofts/New York Albany, OR 97321 Arlington. MA 02174 Tucker. GA 30084 Beltsville, MD 20705 Cambridge, NY 12816 Available Fall 1982 (503) 926-5892 (617)648-7550 (404) 491-1311 (301)937-9292 (518) 677-8808 Three strong choices for clean-cut mowing.

f you need a rear-mounted grcxlin- I ing mower that'll stand up to the abuse of tough jobs, you need a John Deere. All three models we offer are designed and built to cut cleanly year after year. And convenient 3-point hitch mounting makes it easy to team the right one with your tractor. For big jobs, chcxise the 272 Mower that fits a wide range of utility tractors and cuts a 6-ft. swath. If you're after more maneuverability h