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IPM Symposium 2014

IPM Symposium 2014

49th Annual Integrated Pest Management Symposium

Net proceeds are donated to lawn care research or a suitable alternative.

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January 6: Full-Day Event

Toronto Congress Centre, Cohen Ballroom
Lunch Included

Updated Jan., 5, 6:00 p.m.

Notice from show management: IPM Symposium running as scheduled.
Drive carefully and we will have hot coffee ready for you.

Attendees will earn six CECs from the IPM Council of Canada.
Registration fees are $99 for members and non-members until December 6.
After December 6, the fee is $119 for a member or non-member.
Admission to Congress 2014 trade show included with registration prices.

Monday, January 6, 2014

7:30 a.m.
REGISTRATION
7:55 a.m.
WELCOME ADDRESS
10:30 to 10:45 a.m.
BREAK
8:00 to 8:30 a.m.
MINISTRY OF ENVIRONMENT (MOE) UPDATE

An important and timely update from the Ministry of the Environment on the cosmetic pesticides ban including a summary of compliance and enforcement activities.

Scott Olan, B.Sc.
Ministry of Environment

8:30 to 9:30 a.m.
THE NURTURE OF NATURE:
THE KEY TO PLANT HEALTH MANAGEMENT

“You can drive out nature with a pitchfork, but she will always come back” was said long ago, but still rings true today. As technicians we must pay attention to the inner workings of nature and the surrounding environment. On the other hand, we must acknowledge that we want and need to manipulate nature; that is what lawns, landscapes and gardens are all about. Jim will use pertinent examples, case studies and perspectives on how to nurture nature and to improve our nature of nurture.

Jim Chatfield, M.S.
Ohio State University

9:30 to 9:45 p.m.
BREAK
9:45 to 10:45 a.m.
TRENDS IN SOIL MANAGEMENT FOR TURF

Dave will discuss what landscape managers need to know about soil testing, interpretation of test results and product recommendations. He will also delve into how water moves in the soil and why this is important for landscape managers conducting IPM programs.

David C. Smith, P.Ag. C.G.C.S.
DCS Agronomic Services

10:45 to 11:15 a.m.
LESSONS LEARNED FROM 2013

This session will highlight the pest pressures of the 2013 season (annual bluegrass weevil, hairy chinch bugs, grubs, bluegrass billbug and leatherjackets) and will review the biology and identification and discuss reasons for their abundance. Pam will look at cultural practices and some new bio-pesticides that are possible solutions in the future will be introduced.

Pam Charbonneau
OMAF

11:15 to 11:45 a.m.
PHOMA MACROSTOMA:
A NEW BIOHERBICIDE TO CONTROL BROADLEAVED WEEDS

For several years, the fungus Phoma macrostoma has undergone extensive evaluation by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada and The Scotts Company to see if it could be developed as a bioherbicide to control broadleaved weeds. In 2011, the Pest Management Regulatory Agency approved conditional registration for Phoma macrostoma. This presentation will provide details on the science of this bioherbicide, how to use it, and its present status.

Dr. Karen L. Bailey, Ph.D., B.Sc., M.Sc.
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada

11:45 to 12:30 p.m.
LUNCH WITH SPONSORS
(included with registration)
12:30 to 1:00 p.m.
MET 52 EC: A BIOINSECTICIDE TO CONTROL INSECT PESTS FOUND IN NURSERIES AND GREENHOUSES

The bioinsecticide Met 52 is prepared from spores of a naturally-occurring strain of the soil fungus Metarhizium anisopliae and was first registered in Canada as a granular in 2009, and since then additional formulations have been approved. This presentation will provide details on how to use Met 52 products to maximize efficacy.

Dr. Karen L. Bailey
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada

1:00 to 2:00 p.m.
WOODY PLANT SELECTION FOR PEST AND DISEASE RESISTANCE

.Prevention is the best approach to limiting insect and disease problems, but not enough attention is paid to selecting the best plants to prevent significant problems. Know which crabapples have the best genetic resistance to apple scab, what is the range of susceptibility to particular insect pests, and how to structure your portfolio of plants to not provide a training table for serious pests and pathogens. Knowing your plants, and knowing your plant relationships, including plant families is crucial to developing these skills.

Jim Chatfield, M.S.,
Ohio State University

2:00 to 2:15 p.m.
BREAK
2:15 to 3:15 p.m.
LAWN TO BE WILD: MEETING PEST MANAGEMENT CHALLENGES IN RESIDENTIAL TURF

Dr. Brownbridge will provide information on research carried out in 2013 to develop effective management approaches for pests of turf grass. This will include results from biopesticide trials against chinch bug and chafer grubs, and continuing evaluations of new grass cultivars and their role within a sustainable lawn turf management program.

Dr. Michael Brownbridge, Ph. D., B.Sc.
Vineland Research and Innovation Centre

3:15 to 4:00 p.m.

KEYNOTE:
THE CULTURE OF CARE

This leadership development presentation will provide a clear road map to building and sustaining a ‘Culture of CARE’ within an organization.
This session is for everyone because it speaks to leaders at all levels; whether you are a business owner, a team leader or a new hire looking to contribute to the team, it’s all about the culture. Each principle – ranging from “Create a Remarkable Experience” to “Be Humble” to “Listen Well and Communicate with Respect” – gets leaders one step closer to creating a team that is competent, engaged, fun, fulfilled and committed to providing customers the best service possible.

Peter Van Stralen, CFE
Sunshine Brands

4:00 p.m.
NETWORKING RECEPTION
Visit with colleagues and sponsors, including a Grand Prize Draw. Must be present to win door prize.

SYMPOSIUM SPONSOR:

KEYNOTE SPONSOR:

TABLETOP SPONSORS:
GC DUKE EQUIPMENT
KOPPERT CANADA
TURF REVOLUTION

IPM LEADERSHIP AWARD

This award recognizes leadership in providing hope, looking to the future, and contributing to healthy growth of the industries represented in the IPM symposium. Nominate your peers!

Details at LOawards.com

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