Presented by The NC/SC STMA Partners Program

2022 President James Bergdoll, CSFM Will give us an update on the SFMA and thing we can look forward to in 2023.

Dare to Matter

The work that sports turf managers do matters, and how they show up to do
that work matters. But to do it well, it requires that they engage in a relentless
and unapologetic pursuit of significance. Though external circumstances play
a role, the single biggest factor in determining the scope of their success is…
THEM.
To strategically move ahead, we first need to reevaluate the foundation on
which we stand. Decisions that affect our current and future situation can’t
be based on feeling but, rather, on our identity. It requires that we spend
our time not focused on what should or should not be but, instead, on what
is and what can be. It begs us to let go of the past in order to create a better
tomorrow. Ultimately, it yearns for us to remember what exists at the core of
every individual and organization is a deep desire to know with certainty that
who we are and what we do matters. How we matter may have changed. That
we matter has not. It’s time for us to Matter More.

Professional track – Professional Development

Drew Miller – Steve Peeler – Charles Grainger – Bruce Barton

Join our panel discussion as we talk about ways to improve professional through
continuing education and other work related studies. Learn tips from classroom
instructors and industry professional who have a wide range of experiences.

Technology – Basic Field testing for field quality

Field testing can improve the performance and safety of athletic fields.
This talk will show the value of field testing, while showing the basics of
field testing and what these tests indicate. Additionally, how field managers
can perform testing and use the information to make changes to improving
performance of their athletic field. Also, the advances in field testing and how
that could improve athletic fields in the future will be covered.

Field Management – Restoring Performance: Getting at the ROOT of the
Problem

The application of biological substances, microorganisms, and plant growth
enhancers has increased throughout the turfgrass industry over the past
decade. This presentation will examine the impact of these products alone and
in combination with cultural practices for the increase of turfgrass rooting and
field performance.

Field Management – Warm Session Weed Control

Developing an effective weed control program is a skill
that is becoming increasingly important for sports field
managers. An effective weed control program allows
turfgrass managers to maintain weed-free turf (or as
closely possible) of optimal quality from January –
December. Effective programs not only make use of
different herbicide technologies varying in mode of
action, but also implement effective cultural management
practices such as fertilization, aerification, irrigation, and mowing. This session
will teach attendees how to build effective weed control programs for the
southeastern United States.