PBI-Gordon’s pest management business unit added Jason Manz as director of national accounts. Manz joined PBI-Gordon in February and leads the key account sales team’s efforts as it develops and executes customer business plans for the company’s national accounts. Manz has more than 20 years of experience in the professional turf and agriculture industries, most recently as seed treatment global... read more
Students interested in turfgrass management at South Forsyth High School in Cumming, Ga., already have a leg up on the competition when it comes to both turf knowledge and know-how — all thanks to the school district’s newly developed turfgrass management career path. “We’re engaging students who have a passion for anything from golf course maintenance to the landscaping industry... read more
Target Specialty Products will be the exclusive distributor for Imperium – a new aerial mosquito-control solution from Bayer. Imperium, the company’s latest innovation, is an aerial insecticide that utilizes patented formulation technology to deliver superior efficacy with low application rates, reduced impact, and an all-crop tolerance. “We continue to build on our close relationship with Bayer to bring to market... read more
The Turf and Ornamental business of Bayer, within the company’s Crop Science division, appointed four to leadership positions. The following staffing appointments will be effective as of Jan. 1, 2019: Kayla Brugman, plant health and disease management portfolio manager; Mike Hirvela, customer marketing manager, golf and sports turf segment; John Wendorf, customer marketing manager, lawn care and ornamentals segments; and... read more
It’s that time of year again. No, we’re not talking about pumpkin spice season. We’re talking about early order program (EOP) time. Have you started planning your programs for 2019? Here’s a look at a few early order programs that could be helpful. Syngenta | GreenTrust 365 Syngenta helps sports turf managers take their field to the next level with... read more
