Ramada Plaza Hotel and Conference Center
9700 Bluegrass Parkway
Louisville, KY 40299
January 27-28, 2016
Full registrants can receive 8 ISA Certified Arborist CEUs, 3
Kentucky Landscape Architect CEUs & KDA Pesticide CEUs will
be announced soon! KCN Exam offered on 1/27.
Session, Hotel, Showplace & Registration Information
CREW ACADEMY (Ballroom)
8:15 a.m. – 9:15 a.m. • CMV Safety in a World of Landscaping, Sr. Officer Jason Morris, Kentucky
State Police ♦1.0 ISA CEU
This session consists of open discussion and presentation of Federal Motor Carrier Safety
Administration rules and regulations as it applies specifically to persons involved in the agricultural,
landscape, and lawn care environment. Participants will be exposed to industry trends and best
practices when operating a commercial vehicle susceptible to Federal regulations. Participants will
also be exposed to Kentucky laws and regulations and best practices when operating a commercial
vehicle on the roadway. Q/A session immediately follows the presentation.
9:20 a.m. – 10:20 a.m. • Pathogen Biology: How Fungal Spores Spread and Overwinter, Nicole
Ward-Gauthier, Ph.D., University of Kentucky ♦1.0 ISA CEU
Plant diseases may seem to disappear when winter weather arrives, but pathogens have complex life
cycles that allow them to successfully overwinter. In fact, cold temperatures seldom affect
overwintering fungal structures. This session will use common examples to demonstrate disease risk,
overwintering, and infection cycles. Disease management through cultural practices, including
sanitation, will be the focus of the discussion.
10:25 a.m. – 11:25 a.m. • Protecting Pollinators: the Kentucky Plan, Ric Bessin, Ph.D., Dept. of
Entomology, University of Kentucky ♦1.0 ISA CEU
The EPA has asked all states to prepare a managed pollinator protection plan and the KY department
of agriculture has taken the lead with this effort. This presentation discusses the process being used
to develop the plan, the groups involved, and some of the components of the draft.
11:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. • Vendor Introduction in the Conference Ballroom
12:15 p.m. – 1:50 p.m. • Lunch & Showplace Expo
1:50 p.m. – 2:50 p.m. • Tips for Productive Scouting for Plant Problems, Joe Boggs, Ohio State
University Extension, Hamilton County ♦1.0 ISA CEU
Productive scouting for plant problems involves separating the abnormal from the normal; it’s a critical
step in the plant problem diagnostic process. This presentation will teach participants tips on how to
develop a “scout’s eye” for detecting plant problems from the “drive by” to the “up close and personal.”
Learn key visual clues for maximizing your scouting success!
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2:55 p.m. – 3:55 p.m. • Combining Science and Common Sense, Pruning for Stronger, Healthier
Trees, Stephan Zimmerman, Limbwalker ♦1.0 ISA CEU
In the past 30 years, our understanding of tree biomechanics, the way that trees react to different
forces, has grown immensely. Many of the pruning recommendations made in the past were self
defeating, actually causing more storm damage to trees. We will discuss strategies that you can
employ to grow your client's trust in your ability to maintain their landscape and trees.
4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. • Kentucky Nursery & Landscape Association’s Annual Meeting and
Reception
Join us as we honor and vote in new and reward outgoing officers and directors. Also hear about the
state of the industry in Kentucky and hear important updates from the Kentucky Department of
Agriculture, Kentucky Horticulture Council, and the University of Kentucky. We will also honor the
Charles E. Wilson Scholarship and KNLA Hall of Fame recipients. We will then use this time to
unwind and gear up for the upcoming Spring season by networking with your industry peers –
complete with a pitching machine/batting cage and .25 cent beer!
PRODUCTION (Trade Show)
8:15 a.m. – 9:15 a.m. • Characteristics and Economic Impact of the KY Green Industry,
Dewayne Ingram, Ph.D., University of Kentucky
The nursery and greenhouse industry in Kentucky is diverse and contributes significantly to the local
and state economy. Characteristics of Kentucky’s nursery and greenhouse industry in relation to the
national and regional industry, gleaned from national surveys conducted by the Green Industry
Research Consortium for 2013, will be presented. Kentucky’s Green Industry in 2013 directly
supported 18,821 jobs and generated $1.12 billion in value added and $1.98 billion output impacts to
the state’s economy, based on direct output (sales) of $1.52 billion. Industry leaders can utilize this
information when working with other agricultural leaders and state government. It can also help
individual green industry business owners and managers compare their activities with state, regional,
and national averages.
9:20 a.m. – 10:20 a.m. • Plant Winter Injury and Overwintering Options, Carey Grable and
Dewayne Ingram, Ph.D., University of Kentucky
Winter temperatures represent a serious threat to nursery crops. Crops that are not properly protected
from these extreme temperatures can face root injury, deformed or damaged foliage, and death. From
mulching to hoop-houses, many overwintering strategies exist to help you protect your investment.
This presentation will help you develop the best overwintering strategy to ensure your crop is
protected and how to evaluate winter injury.
10:25 a.m. – 11:25 a.m. • Ecosystem Services Provided by Plants, Josh Knight and Dewayne
Ingram, Ph.D., University of Kentucky
Ornamental landscape plants might be considered important primarily for decorative purposes, but
they provide many critical services to the build environment beyond their aesthetic value. Improved
Air Quality, Carbon Sequestration, Climate Regulation, Energy Conservation, Noise Reduction, and
Stormwater Regulation are just some of the services landscape plants can provide. Many of these
benefits are worth real dollars to your customers and their community, but are you telling them?
11:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. • Vendor Introduction in the Conference Ballroom
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12:15 p.m. – 1:50 p.m. • Lunch & Showplace Expo
1:50 p.m. – 2:50 p.m. • Kentucky Department of Agriculture Kentucky Proud, Kristen Brancsum
and Roger Snell, Office of Agricultural Marketing & Product Promotion
The branding power of Kentucky Proud has influenced consumers to support Kentucky farm families
and local businesses in dramatically increasing ways since the state program began nearly 15 years.
Roger Snell, with the program since its start, will highlight how consumers have responded to the
brand and how the nursery industry might tap this potential, especially for nurseries with Kentucky
agricultural impact.
2:55 p.m. – 3:55 p.m. • Horticultural Practices for Improved Quality and Pest Management, Win
Dunwell, Ph.D., University of Kentucky
Production practices and technology enhance plant quality and reduce pesticide needs. The
presentation will cover Best Management Practices that are a part of Integrated Pest Management
systems for quality plant production.
4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. • Kentucky Nursery & Landscape Association’s Annual Meeting and
Reception
Join us as we honor and vote in new and reward outgoing officers and directors. Also hear about the
state of the industry in Kentucky and hear important updates from the Kentucky Department of
Agriculture, Kentucky Horticulture Council, and the University of Kentucky. We will also honor the
Charles E. Wilson Scholarship and KNLA Hall of Fame recipients. We will then use this time to
unwind and gear up for the upcoming Spring season by networking with your industry peers –
complete with a pitching machine/batting cage and .25 cent beer!
PEST MANAGEMENT (Ballroom)
8:15 a.m. – 9:15 a.m. • 2015 Plant Disease Observations from the University of Kentucky Plant
Disease Diagnostic Laboratory, Brenda Kennedy, Julie Beale and Sara Long, University of
Kentucky ♦1.0 ISA CEU
Ms. Kennedy will give a report on the plant samples received for diagnosis in the Plant Disease
Diagnostic Laboratory this past year.
9:20 a.m. – 10:20 a.m. • I’m Confused! Organic vs. No Spray vs Low Input, Nicole WardGauthier, Ph.D., University of Kentucky ♦1.0 ISA CEU
Requests for organic and/or non-sprayed landscape maintenance are increasing. However, the terms
are often misused or misunderstood, and green industry professionals struggle to communicate the
differences. This session will first describe options for safer and more natural disease management,
and then it will compare and contrast them to synthetic fungicides. Next, the discussion will outline
various methods for managing disease, including both cultural practices and fungicide use.
Kentucky Certified Nurseryman Exam will be offered on Jan. 27!
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10:25 a.m. – 11:25 a.m. • Water and Pesticides, Aaron J. Patton, Ph.D., Purdue University ♦1.0 ISA
CEU
Application managers routinely use water to mix and apply pesticides to care for their lawn, bed or
production area, but rarely do we consider pH, hardness, alkalinity and other qualities of water that
can dramatically affect pesticide efficacy. Do pesticides remain intact in your tank longer than 30
minutes after mixing? Can hard water reduce your herbicide efficacy? Learn the answers to these
questions and more about what happens within the tank and what the latest research says about
enhancing pesticide activity through adjuvant use.
11:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. • Vendor Introduction in the Conference Ballroom
12:15 p.m. – 1:50 p.m. • Lunch & Showplace Expo
1:50 p.m. – 2:50 p.m. • Invasive Pests and IPM: Is the Sky Falling?, Ric Bessin, Ph.D., Dept. of
Entomology, University of Kentucky
Several of our newest invasive pests are crossing the line between household pest, landscape pest,
and agricultural pest. In agriculture they are upsetting IPM programs and increasing the complexity of
production and the cost of pest management. Learn about these new pests that we will need to deal
with for years to come.
2:55 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. • Enhance Crabgrass Control and New Pesticides, Aaron J. Patton, Ph.D.,
Purdue University
What doesn’t influence crabgrass control? Not much is the answer. Review the fundamentals of an
effective crabgrass control program and learn the latest research on how crabgrass control can be
enhanced with existing and new technology? Additionally, we’ll cover new herbicides for use in the
green industry and new publications that will help you improve your pesticide applications.
PLANTS AND DESIGN (Trade Show)
8:15 a.m. – 9:15 a.m. • Kentucky Native Plants for Home Landscapes, Margaret Shea, Dropseed
Native Plant Nursery
Whether you have dry shade or a sunny spot with standing water, you can find of mix of native species that
will work in your landscape. You will have a chance to learn about groupings of native plants that work well
in varied site conditions. Margaret will also discuss the benefits of working with native plants, and some
useful tools for selecting native species that will work in your landscape.
9:20 a.m. – 10:20 a.m. • What Makes the Bluegrass a World Class Cultural Landscape!, Horst
Schach, University of Kentucky ♦1.0 LA Board
This is a discussion about the relationship of the horse industry and the geology of the region and our
role in preserving it.
10:25 a.m. – 11:22 a.m. • Finding Creative Solutions to Complex Design Issues, John Korfhage,
Korfhage Landscape & Designs ♦1.0 LA Board
Join us for KNLA’s Annual Business Meeting & Reception
January 27, 2016 ♦ 4:00 p.m.
Light hors d’oeuvres/25 center beer & a pitching machine/batting cage will be offered!
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Every design situation presents its own unique challenges. Good design includes identifying and
correcting site problems in addition to site beautification. This is a necessary aspect of all design
projects, whether it be a residential landscape or a zoological exhibit. Identifying and addressing the
design issues before creating a solution will guarantee a successful end result.
11:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. • Vendor Introduction in the Conference Ballroom
12:15 p.m. – 1:50 p.m. • Lunch & Showplace Expo
1:50 p.m. – 2:50 p.m. • Plants and Butterflies, Blair Leano-Helvey, Idlewild Butterfly Farm and
Insectarium ♦1.0 LA Board
Using plants to attract butterflies is nothing new, but knowing what plants attract which specific
species can help you bring a diverse group of winged visitors to your locale. Butterflies are
surprisingly adept at “sniffing out” their favorites. An array of native and non-native nectar and host
plants will be identified and discussed, followed by a question/answer segment.
2:55 p.m. – 3:55 p.m. • Take A Closer Look At This Flower, Robert Geneve, Ph.D., University of
Kentucky
There is a remarkable diversity in reproductive structures in plants. It is easy to assume that we know
what a flower is and does during a plant’s life cycle. But when you take a closer look, you can find all
sorts of exceptional flowers with wonderfully modified floral organs. These modifications are designed
to attract, reward, deceive and at times manipulate their target pollinators (especially insects). There
are irritable stamens that move when they are touched. There are finicky petals that open only when
the temperature is to their liking and stay closed if it is too cold. There are even some functional
flowers that never open at all. Some of the showiest flowers in the plant kingdom produce no petals.
Flowers are designed to amaze and hopefully taking a closer look at their unique structures will
demonstrate how serious flowers can be about plant reproduction.
Ramada Plaza Hotel and Conference Center
9700 Bluegrass Parkway, Louisville, KY 40299
$79.95 for King or Double and $99.95 for an Executive Suite
Attendees can call the hotel direct at 502.491.4830
Group Name: Kentucky Nursery and Landscape Association
To book online, visit www.ramada.com/hotel/42611 (Enter dates and then click on
special rates and codes and enter LBKY where it says rate code, then click on
Find It and it will display our special group rate.)
Get geared up for the upcoming spring season and visit with our vendors to order your
inventory, supplies and services! Showplace hours are:
January 27, 2016
10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m
January 28, 2016
9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m
Questions? Call KNLA Executive Director, Betsie Taylor 502.320.3733. Visit our website at
www.KNLA.org or email, mail.knla@gmail.com. Limited booths are available. Call for more information!
REGISTER ONLINE AT: www.2016SpringTraining.eventbrite.com
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