Ohio Turf Commercial Latest Update Graded A

Ohio Turf Commercial Latest Update Graded A Biological Control Using Natural Defenses- The biological approach to control uses living organisms or their products to reduce pest populations. Chemical control A tool to use wisely- The use of pesticides to kill pest. Chemical control also include repellents, attractants or pheromones, and growth regulators. Preventative Prevent a pest outbreak by making an application before the problem appeara Reactive "Cure" a pest problem after the problem is noticed. Pest Resistance Pesticides that last a long time and are used repeatedly tend to cause development of resistance. Thatch The presence of organic material Cultural Control The essential task- Keeping the turf grasses so healthy that weeds, diseases, and other pest have trouble gaining a foothold. Endophyte Built in defense mechanism Proper Cultural Practices Mowing Watering Managing thatch Fertilizing Tolerant turfgrass Healthy turfgrass Nonselective herbicides Used to control weeds before seeding Soil fumigation Very expensive, used mainly on golf courses of high value. Weed identification The first step in controlling weeds Grassy weeds Straight, narrow leaves and parallel veins Broadleaf Weeds Leaves generally broader than grasses. They grow upright and creeping Annual Life cycle in one year Winter Annual