Heightened flight activity will likely continue for the next 2-3 weeks. If you are applying a product for preventive grub control, now would be the time to apply. Follow the provided link to the fact sheet on white grub control in turf.
Fall armyworm moths have been active for several weeks. Keep an eye on the fall armyworm tracking map to keep up-to-date on presence/abundance of moths in your area.
The annual Turfgrass Field Day at the Lake Wheeler Lab offers a chance to view the NC State Turfgrass Program’s ongoing research trials and speak directly with NC State’s faculty and staff. The broad range of topics includes Integrated Pest Management, cultural practices, irrigation technologies, aquatic weed management, mosquitoes management in the landscape, weed control and more.
2023 Great NC Tree Conference Registration Now Open!
At this year's conference we will explore how arborists, urban foresters, and landscape architects and planners can create and manage our green spaces for trees in a changing climate.
The indoor session on September 7th will feature concurrent sessions, all occurring between the morning and afternoon general sessions. One tract will focus on arboriculture and the other tract will focus on urban planning. As always, the day will start with a Member's Breakfast, break at noon for an Awards Luncheon, and end with a silent auction.
The outdoor session on September 8th will be a field tour of Cary's unique approach to tree conservation. Town of Cary staff will share with us their favorite locations, showcasing how they protect Cary’s tree canopy along city streets, within neighborhoods, and among utility buildings.