The 2015 Summer Plant Symposium is right around the corner! See below for information about the landscape recertification courses, then CLICK HERE to register for the event!

These classes are being presented in partnership with the New Jersey Green Industry Council.

Exhibitors and Registration begin at 9:00am 

Classes begin at 10:00am

Rules and regulations update for pesticide applicators – Dr. Steven Bross, NJDEP​: Get the latest on news from the NJDEP directly from Steven Bross, Environmental Specialist and one of the leaders in the Pesticide Control Program.  Stephen will review any changes, current or forthcoming, to the pesticide program that might affect you as an applicator.

Business Round Table​ - This is your chance to get the answer you need to the business challenges you face.  Insurance, Employee retention, and other discussions will be guided by industry experts, but engaging with your peers will help you get the answers you are looking for.

Dr. Neil Hendrickson, Bartlett Tree Experts – Diagnosing common insect and disease problems of mature trees​ - Managing large mature trees is an important part of property management, especially for large sights or high-end residential clients.  Dr. Hendrickson is a researcher with the Bartlett Tree Expert Company and will share valuable information to help you identify common problems in mature landscape trees.

John Patten, PBI Gordon – Latest in Weed Control in Turf and Landscape Beds​ - Managing weeds remains a top priority for property managers and landscape professionals. John Patten of PBI Gordon will discuss the most common weeds and control methods available to professional applicators.

Paul Kurtz, NJDA – Invasive tree pests, their ID and preventative measures​ - Emerald Ash Borers, Asian Longhorned Beetle, Wooly Adelgid, just to name a few! Invasive forest pests are affecting managed landscapes more than ever and this talk, presented by the New Jersey Department of Agriculture’s Paul Kurtz, will arm you with the info you need.

Rich Buckley, Rutgers University - NJ’s most common insect and diseases in turf​ - Even the most commonplace pest and disease discussions are exciting when presented by Rich Buckley from Rutgers University!  Rich will bring his unique and engaging presentation style to this event and present what his lab sees as the most common turf problems facing New Jersey this season.

Dr. George Hamilton, Rutgers University – Spill Management and the use of PPE’s​ - Safety procedures for cleaning up dangerous chemical spills are important for you and your employees to understand. Dr. Hamilton will review the standard procedures for clean-up, disposal, reporting, and protective equipment when a spill occurs

The above program has been approved for the following credits:

NJ Pesticide Credits:  13-4, 1A-5, 3A-3, 3B-2, 6B-2, CORE-2 and PP2-5.
PA Pesticide Credits:  CORE-2, PC-5, 05-1, 06-3, 07-3, 18-5 and 23-5.
NY Pesticide Credits:  CORE-0.50, 10-2.50, 3a-2.50, 3b-1.50, 25-2.00, 6a-0.50 and 9-1.00

Additionally, ISA and CNLP credits have been applied for.

Following the third stop the tour returns to the Rutgers Gardens for the Barbecue Cook Out followed by keynote presenter Dan Benarcik of Chanticleer Gardens!

The evening concludes with social time and tour of the gardens for those interested.