Location: Room 107-108
Sessions in the Greenhouse and Urban Agriculture track focus on management of greenhouse crops, especially ornamental annuals.
9:30-10:30 AM
Integrating Food Forests: The Future of Landscape Design
Dr. Alan Wight, Associate Professor, The Christ College of Nursing and Health Sciences
Food forests can play a significant role in horticulture by offering a sustainable and diverse approach to food production and land management within our traditional landscapes. Food Forests mimic natural ecosystems by incorporating a wide variety of plants including fruits, nuts, vegetables, herbs, and perennials. This diversity helps buffer against pests, diseases, and extreme weather events, which are increasingly important in the face of climate change.
Professional Credits:
- LACES-HSW
11:00 AM-12:00 PM
Using biological pesticide options to manage insects attacking greenhouse grown plants
Dr. Luis Canas, Associate Professor and Director of CFAES International Programs, OSU Dept. of Entomology
During this presentation Dr. Canas will provide an update on current biological pesticides used to control insect pests attacking plants grown in controlled environments. He will discuss options for control of aphids, thrips, spider mites and other major pests. And how these biopesticides could be included on an Integrated Pest Management program.
Professional Credits:
- ODA: Commercial (6D), ODA Private (5)
- KY Pesticide Applicator: 1A
- IN Pesticide Applicator: 1, RT
1:30-2:30 PM
Ethephon Drenches: New Option for Controlling Growth in Annuals and Perennials
Dr. W. Garrett Owen, Extension Specialist and Assistant Professor, OSU Dept. of Hort. and Crop Science
Open up that PGR toolbox, there is a cost-effective new option available to customize growth with ethephon drenches. Research results confirm its effectiveness across a wide array of species and now it is legally registered for use. Find out more about ways to expand your PGR toolbox in this session.
Professional Credits:
- ODA: Commercial (6D), ODA Private (5)
- KY Pesticide Applicator: 3
- IN Pesticide Applicator: 1, RT
3:00-4:00 PM
Mind your MOA: Cycling Chemical Controls for Interiorscape Pests
Victoria Baldwin, GroundSystems, Inc. Account Manager
In this riveting talk, Victoria Baldwin will discuss an overview of MOA (mode of action) and some common groups used within Interiorscapes, and discuss some rotational protocols to prevent pesticide resistance.
Professional Credits:
- ODA: Commercial (6B)
- KY Pesticide Applicator: 3
- IN Pesticide Applicator: 7A, RT
4:10-5:10 PM
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