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Field Day Registration Now Open!

Registration is open for the 2026 Purdue Turf and Landscape Field Day! The lineup for landscapers and arborists can’t be missed this year! In addition to morning and afternoon presentations, there is a trade show and a catered lunch that is included with your registration.

The morning sessions for landscapers and arborists include:

  • Mushrooms and Conks: Threats to Tree Structural Integrity – John Bonkowski
  • Scales Uncovered: Scouting and Diagnosis – Andrew Johnston
  • Feeding the Soil First: How Amendments Affect Soil Health – Mine van der Berg
  • What Went Wrong? Identifying Landscape Plant Problems – Kyle Daniel
  • Tree Tips & Tricks: Simple Solutions to Improve My Trees – Ben McCallister
  • Keeping Your Equipment on the Deck of the Trailer – Fred Whitford & Ben Royal
  • OISC Update – Aaron Kreider

Afternoon workshops will provide in-depth training on topics of interest to Green Industry Professionals:

  • Saving Money with Weed Control: What to Do and What Not to Do – Aaron Patton
  • The Sharp Edge: A Comprehensive Guide to Chainsaw Care – Ben McCallister
  • Invasive Plant ID and Removal – Lenny Farlee

 

The full agenda, registration, and exhibitor information can be found here.

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