The ABCs of ABW

Tuesday, February 4
1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Registration Required

This seminar is designed for turfgrass managers new to handling the annual bluegrass weevil (ABW), the most destructive insect pest of golf course turfgrass in eastern North America. Since the mid-1990s, ABW has rapidly spread to 24 states and 5 Canadian provinces. Learn integrated pest management techniques, including sampling and control options—biological, cultural, and chemical. The presentation will include university trial data and ongoing research. Gain insights into ABW history, biology, and damage patterns, along with the impact of cultural practices like rolling, mowing, and fertility. Develop management plans tailored to your location and learn how to use insecticides with minimal environmental impact.

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