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Signature Xtra Stressgard fungicide available in California and Hawaii

February 8, 2021By AT Staff

The Turf and Ornamentals business of Bayer within the company’s Crop Science division, has announced that Signature XTRA Stressgard fungicide is now registered and available for use on turf in California and Hawaii. The systemic fungicide enhances plant health, suppresses bacterial wilt and controls Pythium, anthracnose and summer decline pathogens. “We are thrilled that Signature Xtra Stressgard is now available... read more

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Rain Bird CEO dies

February 1, 2021By AT Staff

Anthony W. “Tony” LaFetra, 80, president and CEO of Rain Bird Corp., died on Jan. 29. Rain Bird said he will be remembered as a passionate business leader whose work has had a lasting impact on the irrigation industry, generations of employees and the community. LaFetra built the irrigation company in Glendora, Calif., into an international market leader. LaFetra worked... read more

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California Sports Surfaces launches ultra performance series

November 19, 2020By AT Staff

ICP Building Solutions Group (ICP BSG) launched its California Sports Surfaces (CSS) Ultra Performance Series. ICP BSG’s CSS Ultra Performance is part of the company’s reinvestment in California Sports Surfaces. The company said customers can expect higher-performing products, enhanced service and support and faster, streamlined delivery. “Plexipave, DecoTurf and a variety of other California Sports Surfaces brands have been trusted... read more

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PBI-Gordon’s SpeedZone Southern EW gains registration in California

September 1, 2020By AT Staff

SpeedZone Southern EW broadleaf herbicide from PBI-Gordon Corp. has received registration from the State of California. Formulated for sensitive southern turfgrasses, SpeedZone Southern EW controls more than 70 tough broadleaf weeds including dollarweed, ground ivy and spurge. “The new SpeedZone Southern EW formulation helps ensure more active ingredient impacts the leaf surface for improved efficacy,” said Jay Young, herbicide product manager for PBI-Gordon.... read more

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ICP Building Solutions Group unveils new adhesive

August 20, 2020By AT Staff

ICP Building Solutions Group (ICP BSG) has launched its new Sport Tough Adhesive by California Sports Surfaces, a self-contained, two-component polyurethane adhesive designed to incorporate speed and simplicity to synthetic turf installations. The combination of high-performance adhesive and patented dispensing spray gun produces an adhesive system that meets the high standards for bond strength. “We’re thrilled to add Sport Tough... read more

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