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Integrated Pest Management and Based upon her 10 years experience working with herbaceous perennial growers in Connecticut, Leanne Pundt, University of Connecticut Extension will discuss how to develop an effective, practical IPM program and Extension Weed Specialist, Randall Prostak of the University of Massachusetts - Amherst will present weed identification and management strategies for herbaceous perennials. Topics will include IPM strategies to control key insects, diseases and weeds for the major types of perennials produced as well as new and emerging pests and diseases. Come learn how to use cultural controls, natural biological controls and environmentally friendly pesticides to produce healthy perennials - whether you are propagating perennials, growing them on in your greenhouses, producing container-grown perennials outdoors or selling perennials from your retail garden center. Registration is $20 per person. Financial support for this program is being provided with a grant from Northeast SARE. Three pesticide recertification credits have been approved. 9:00 AM Registration and Complimentary Coffee and Danish 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM Integrated Pest Management Strategies 11:15 AM - 12:30 PM Weed Identification and Management Sponsored
by University of Massachusetts Extension Floriculture Program, University of Connecticut Extension and Northeast SARE
Snow-date Hotline: If weather is questionable, call 413-545-5306 for a recorded message. Directions To Sturbridge Host Hotel and Conference Center The Sturbridge Host Hotel and Conference Center is located on Route 20 West. From the North East & West, take the Massachusetts Turnpike (Interstate 90) to Exit 9, Route 20 West. From the South, take either Interstate 84 or Route 131 to Route 20 West. The hotel is located less than one-quarter mile from the first set of traffic lights, on the shore of Cedar Lake . Registration Form: IPM and Weed Management Perennials Make check payable to: University of Massachusetts Name: ______________________________________________________________________________________ Mailing Address ______________________________________________________________________________ City/Town: _________________________________________________________________________________ State ________________________Zip Code_________________________________ Phone _____________________________________email_________________________________ _________ $20 per person X _________ Number of attendees $______________Total (Includes morning coffee and seminar materials)
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