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Date: April 24, 2006
Category: Announcements
Subject: Now Available - UMass Extension's 2006-2007 Professional Guide for IPM In Turf for Massachusetts

The freshly revised 2006-2007 Professional Guide for IPM in Turf for Massachusetts features the latest techniques critical to environmentally sensitive, integrated management of lawns, athletic fields, and golf courses.  The guide, intended for use by professionals, presents research-based material regarding turfgrass selection and water conservation, as well as current approaches for managing disease, insect, weed, and nematode problems. Municipal and school officials charged with establishing IPM programs in their communities, and gardeners and homeowners serious about sensibly caring for their properties will find unique and critical information in the guide as well.

The 2006-2007 Professional Guide can be used effectively in a wide range of management schemes: from organic, to low-maintenance, to high-intensity care of high-use turf.  Alternative and cultural pest control options are highlighted, and pesticide selection advice is based on least environmental impact.  While certain portions of the guide are specific to Massachusetts, much of the information is applicable throughout New England.  Initially developed in 1991, this revision for 2006-2007 marks the 8th edition of this popular publication.

For complete information and online ordering, visit:

http://www.umassturf.org/publications/extension_turf_pubs.html

Alternatively, contact the UMass Outreach Bookstore at (413) 545-2717.

Submitted by: The UMass Extension Turf Program

DISCLAIMER - As always, it is the responsibility of the applicator to verify the registration status of any pesticide BEFORE applying it. Different states have different regulations as well. The author and the University of Massachusetts are not liable for any consequences of any pesticide "recommendations". Mention of any trade name is not to be considered endorsement of a product.

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