equip magazine | Edition 5

EDUCATION

Interpreting Pesticide Labels for Turfgrass Industry Time: 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM Location: West Wing W6 Track: New Business Opportunities, Certifications or CEUs, Chemical Applicator Speakers: Manuel Chavarria Ph.D. Interpreting Pesticide Labels for Turfgrass Industry (Taught in Spanish) Time: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM This course is designed to equip individuals in the turfgrass industry with the skills to effectively interpret pesticide labels. Participants will learn the essential elements of pesticide labels, including terminology, application instructions, safety precautions, and environmental considerations. The focus will be on understanding how to navigate and apply the information provided on labels to ensure proper and responsible use of pesticides in turfgrass management. By the end of the course, participants will have the knowledge and confidence to make informed decisions regarding pesticide applications for optimal turfgrass health. To redeem CEUs, please review this document and check your state’s status before registering.

Getting Into the Irrigation Business Time: 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM Location: C102 Track: New Business Opportunities

of industry executives will discuss this trend and predict what the industry will see over the next ten years. They’ll also discuss what business owners need to do to make their own businesses attract attention from private equity.

Whether you want to add some irrigation services into your green industry business or be a full-service irrigation contractor, this session will get you started. Attendees will leave with a wealth of tips and advice from a panel of successful irrigation contractors who will share their stories and answer questions.

PROVIDED BY LANDSCAPE MANAGEMENT

Demo 3: Modern Tools of the Trade Time: 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM Location: Hardscape House Get hands-on experience with the latest hardscape construction tools and equipment. Attendees have the opportunity to test out modern machinery, explore innovative technology, and learn time-saving techniques under the guidance of knowledgeable professionals.

PROVIDED BY IRRIGATION ASSOCIATION

Become a Certified Pool & Spa Maintenance Specialist

Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Location: West Wing W5

Three day course. Additional sessions 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Tuesday & Wednesday.

PROVIDED BY HARDSCAPE NORTH AMERICA

Biochar Time: 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM Location: West Wing Room W4 Track: Plant Health Speakers: Brian Borkowicz, Chris Fields-Johnson Biochar applications simultaneously improve soils for plants, sequester carbon, and improve water quality, while bio manufacturing can also produce useful energy and liquid products. We will present how biochar is made and its many potential applications as part of its lifecycle in the green industry. Students will get to see biochar samples up close and discuss this exciting new technology.

Designed for those new to the pool industry or working a pool maintenance route, this course takes you through the PHTA Service Tech Manual and gives you what you need to conform to industry standards.

PROVIDED BY EQUIP EXPOSITION, TEXAS A&M AGRILIFE

PROVIDED BY POOL AND HOT TUB ALLIANCE / GENESIS

Hello, it’s Private Equity Calling … How Do You Answer? Time: 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM Location: C105 The green industry has seen a major influx of private equity dollars, and the mergers and acquisitions have been coming at a rapid rate. Our panel

PROVIDED BY DAVEY INSTITUTE

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