Ipm Handbook For Golf Courses

Author : Gail L. Schumann,Patricia J. Vittum,Monica L. Elliott,Patricia P. Cobb
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 284 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 1998-01-15
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 1575040654

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IPM Handbook for Golf Courses by Gail L. Schumann,Patricia J. Vittum,Monica L. Elliott,Patricia P. Cobb Pdf

Designed for both novice and experienced superintendents, this field-manual will help you understand and implement successful integrated pest management techniques. Each chapter begins with a solid introduction, followed by step-by-step lists to aid in the field application of IPM principles to real world situations. Over 150 photographs--32 in color--along with informative tables and drawings illustrate the key points. Actual examples and success stories are presented by superintendents from across the country to help you plan or improve your IPM program. IPM Handbook for Golf Courses by Gail L. Schumann, Patricia J. Vittum, Monica L. Elliott, and Patricia P. Cobb is a volume in the series: Turfgrass Science and Practice James B. Beard, Editor

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Golf courses
ISBN : OCLC:51874675

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IPM Handbook for Golf Courses by Anonim Pdf

Author : Pamela Charbonneau,Ontario. Ministry of Agriculture and Food
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 88 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Lawns
ISBN : 0779449770

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Turf IPM Manual by Pamela Charbonneau,Ontario. Ministry of Agriculture and Food Pdf

Author : Charles B. White
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 348 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2000-01-15
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 1575041103

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Turf Managers' Handbook for Golf Course Construction, Renovation, and Grow-In by Charles B. White Pdf

For the first time a book finally combines field experience with the fundamentals of turf science to help you understand the concepts involved in proper grown-in management, and to troubleshoot problems on-site throughout the management process. A major goal os this unique handbook is to outline and detail the numerous quality control issues that face golf course superintendents and managers--to serve as a guideline for the multitude of questions that need to be addressed before, during and after construction. It stresses the magnitude and importance of finish construction and grow-in as it relates to turf maintenance, turf performance and the playability of the course--from its opening into the future. A great resource to help educate owners and developers about the details of the grow-in sequence and its budgetary requirements.

Author : Anne R. Leslie
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 677 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2020-04-23
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780429610929

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Handbook of Integrated Pest Management for Turf and Ornamentals by Anne R. Leslie Pdf

This essential reference provides complete coverage of integrated pest management (IPM). With more than 40 recognized experts, the book thoroughly details the rationale and benefits of employing an IPM plan and provides technical information on each aspect from cultural practices to choosing when and how to use chemicals. It also brings together research work on pest problems with information on the practical implementation of the tools. Case studies of successful operations are provided as well.

Author : Lambert Blanchard McCarty
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 832 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Architecture
ISBN : PSU:000061778818

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Best Golf Course Management Practices by Lambert Blanchard McCarty Pdf

Best Golf Course Management Practices, 3e provides up-to-date basic and applied information on grasses available, their selection and use; soils and soil amendments; critical management decisions; pest management and IPM practices; environmental concerns and strategies to develop best management practices for golf courses; and personnel and financial considerations when developing and implementing annual budgets, leasing vs. buying equipment, and managing inventory. The author and 27 acclaimed contributors share their expertise in areas ranging from turfgrass to environmental science. The most current and comprehensive publication on the market, Best Golf Course Management Practices provides the need-to-know information that leads to successful golf course construction and maintenance.

Author : National Golf Foundation
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 488 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : PSU:000032244854

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Golf Manager's Handbook by National Golf Foundation Pdf

This publication was developed from the National Institute of Golf Management program co-sponsored by NGF & the Wheeling, WV Park Commission. This program has trained over 1,000 operators, managers, & staff members of golf courses. It is a very practical compendium of information on golf management, managing profit centers, the golf business & the facility, & on managing employees & golf. Some of the subjects discussed in detail are: establishing fees, accounting, contracts, outsourcing, the golf shop, food & beverage operations, golf car operations, alternative profit centers, course design & remodeling, maintenance, security, employee safety, liability, meeting customer expectations, training personnel, tee reservation & starting services, pace of play, player development, tournaments/leagues/outings, & advertising & promotion. This compendium of information is the next best thing to attending the school.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 2407 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2010-02-15
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780080922010

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Hayes' Handbook of Pesticide Toxicology by Anonim Pdf

The Handbook of Pesticide Toxicology is a comprehensive, two-volume reference guide to the properties, effects, and regulation of pesticides that provides the latest and most complete information to researchers investigating the environmental, agricultural, veterinary, and human-health impacts of pesticide use. Written by international experts from academia, government, and the private sector, the Handbook of Pesticide Toxicology is an in-depth examination of critical issues related to the need for, use of, and nature of chemicals used in modern pest management. This updated 3e carries on the book’s tradition of serving as the definitive reference on pesticide toxicology and recognizes the seminal contribution of Wayland J. Hayes, Jr., co-Editor of the first edition. Feature: Presents a comprehensive look at all aspects of pesticide toxicology in one reference work. Benefit: Saves researchers time in quickly accessing the very latest definitive details on toxicity of specific pesticides as opposed to searching through thousands of journal articles. Feature: Clear exposition of hazard identification and dose response relationships in each chapter featuring pesticide agents and actions Benefit: Connects the experimental laboratory results to real-life applications in human health, animal health and the environment. Feature: All major classes of pesticide considered. Benefit: Provides relevance to a wider variety of researchers who are conducting comparative work in pesticides or their health impacts. Feature: Different routes of exposure critically evaluated. Benefit: Connects the loop between exposure and harmful affects to those who are researching the affects of pesticides on humans or wildlife.

Author : Anthony L. Williams
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2012-03-13
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 9780470635162

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The Environmental Stewardship Toolkit by Anthony L. Williams Pdf

A comprehensive, one-stop guide to environmental stewardship for golf courses and grounds This highly practical guide covers the full complement of tools green industry professionals need to create a successful environmental program on golf courses and grounds. Written by a leading golf course superintendent and grounds manager, The Environmental Stewardship Toolkit offers a comprehensive analysis of all relevant issues, including environmental management, resource management, community engagement, and document management. The emphasis throughout is on the development of programs that are both sustainable and practical, combining the protection and renewal of environmental systems with a workable business plan. Regulatory issues as well as concerns of owners, customers, and the community at large are also addressed. Clear, pragmatic, up-to-the-minute coverage includes: Numerous illustrations, photos, and customizable templates and checklists that readers can use in their own projects A system for sorting projects into green, greener, and greenest in order to tailor implementation for different budgets and project complexity An in-depth look at site assessment, water quality and conservation, integrated pest management, and wildlife habitat management Guidance for developing green public relations and communications skills to promote the project in the community Field-tested procedures for building a state-of-the art documentation system for capturing, organizing, and disseminating information A must-read for golf course superintendents, irrigation specialists, turfgrass specialists, and grounds managers, The Environmental Stewardship Toolkit is also useful for landscape architects and designers, grounds owners, developers, builders, contractors, and anyone wishing to be on the cutting edge of sustainability in the green industry.

Author : Paul D. Sachs,Richard T. Luff
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 218 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2002-03-15
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 1575041545

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Ecological Golf Course Management by Paul D. Sachs,Richard T. Luff Pdf

Ecological Golf Course Management is the most comprehensive work ever done on ecological turf management. It's a must-have for any golf course superintendent, sports field manager, or turf professional interested in reducing or eliminating chemical pesticide use. Ecological Golf Course Management focuses on managing the health and welfare of all soil organisms from a single-celled bacterium to fully developed turf plants and connects the reader to the important and relevant interactions between them. It points out ways to exploit natural plant defense systems that have been largely ignored and to engage many of the powerful allies that live above and below ground. Ecological Golf Course Management explores in detail the many aspects of: * Biological and botanical pest control * Plant stress management * Compost production and use * Natural disease suppressants * Biological fertility management * Soil, leaf tissue, and water analysis * The ecological impact of conventional pesticides and cultural practices

Author : Mohammad Pessarakli
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 950 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2019-08-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781351104593

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Handbook of Plant and Crop Stress, Fourth Edition by Mohammad Pessarakli Pdf

Since the publication of the third edition of the Handbook of Plant and Crop Stress, continuous discoveries in the fields of plant and crop environmental stresses and their effects on plants and crops have resulted in the compilation of a large volume of the latest discoveries. Following its predecessors, this fourth edition offers a unique and comprehensive collection of topics in the fields of plant and crop stress. This new edition contains more than 80% new material, and the remaining 20% has been updated and revised substantially. This volume presents 10 comprehensive sections that include information on soil salinity and sodicity problems; tolerance mechanisms and stressful conditions; plant/crop responses; plant/crop responses under pollution and heavy metal; plant/crop responses under biotic stress; genetic factors and plant/crop genomics under stress conditions; plant/crop breeding under stress conditions; empirical investigations; improving tolerance; and beneficial aspects of stressors. Features: Provides exhaustive coverage written by an international panel of experts in the field of agriculture, particularly in plant/crop stress areas Contains 40 new chapters and 10 extensively revised and expanded chapters Includes three new sections on plant breeding, stress exerted to weeds by plants, and beneficial aspects of stress on plants/crops Numerous case studies With contributions from 100 scientists and experts from 20 countries, this Handbook provides a comprehensive resource for research and for university courses, covering soil salinity/sodicity issues and plant/crop physiological responses under environmental stress conditions ranging from cellular aspects to whole plants. The content can be used to plan, implement, and evaluate strategies to mitigate plant/crop stress problems. This new edition includes numerous tables, figures, and illustrations to facilitate comprehension of the material as well as thousands of index words to further increase accessibility to the desired information.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 412 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Agricultural conservation
ISBN : PSU:000055799058

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Agricultural Conservation Practices and Related Issues by Anonim Pdf

Author : Anne R. Leslie
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 676 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 1994-06-23
Category : Science
ISBN : 0873713508

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Handbook of Integrated Pest Management for Turf and Ornamentals by Anne R. Leslie Pdf

This essential reference provides complete coverage of integrated pest management (IPM). With more than 40 recognized experts, the book thoroughly details the rationale and benefits of employing an IPM plan and provides technical information on each aspect from cultural practices to choosing when and how to use chemicals. It also brings together research work on pest problems with information on the practical implementation of the tools. Case studies of successful operations are provided as well.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 1016 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Golf courses
ISBN : CORNELL:31924090175237

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Golf Course Management by Anonim Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 76 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Golf courses
ISBN : UIUC:30112112942187

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Reusing Cleaned Up Superfund Sites by Anonim Pdf