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By Michael Bradbery MA Ag. Turf – Technical Services Manager, Turf & Landscape ANZPlant parasitic nematodes are a major turf management challenge and typically become a long term issue. They are easily moved in soil, turf or on equipment and once on site are almost impossible to eradicate. This is a reminder of the importance of hygiene when it comes to movements of these kinds with investigation on the risk of nematodes or other pests and disease from source locations definitely worthwhile.A BRIEF BACKGROUNDIn a sub-surface situation, one of the threats impacting healthy and resilient turf stands can be parasitic nematodes: microscopic roundworms that feed on the roots of turfgrass plants. These pests can cause significant damage, leading to thinning turf, yellowing, wilting, and even plant death in severe infestations. Parasitic nematodes are a widespread problem, found in soils across the globe with around 15% of nematodes described as parasitic. Some of the most common and destructive species that…

Operation Pollinator^® is a global initiative from Syngenta that aims to counteract pollinator diversity decline, by supporting the development of pollinator habitats in a variety of commercial landscapes through partnerships with key stakeholders. Operation Pollinator^® provides professional turf managers with the tools and information to successfully establish and manage attractive wildflower resources that are crucial for bees and other pollinating insects.  In 2024, TAFE Queensland Sports Turf Management have partnered with Syngenta for the Operation Pollinator^® program, having recently shared some exciting updates on their ‘Bee Hotels’ project and how it has helped not only on pollinating the native plants, but also the contribution to the whole food web ecosystem in the local environment and the ‘Integrated Pest Management (IPM)’ development. Eddie Bennet, teacher at TAFE Queensland, has been successfully coordinating the Operation Pollinator^® site at Grovely Campus with a great engagement…

Well managed turf grass is an attractive target for African Black Beetle. Post hatch, the larvae stage (often referred to as white grubs) look to turf grass roots and feed to support their growth with the consequence being a rapid decline in turf quality during the times that feeding occurs. This can lead to rapid decline in turf strength and quality. By attacking the roots, the turf plant is under greater stress from limited water and nutrient uptake and is only compounded when there is high usage pressure on the turf surface or when you harvest. This is why preventative proactive management of white grubs is a must.Identifying the pest   Figure 1: African Black Beetle adult (left) and larvae (right).The first step is to correctly identify the pest. African Black Beetle adults grow into 12 to 15 mm shiny dark brown to black beetles. The have a broad, shovel-like head, clubbed antennae, and flares/spurs on their legs. The males have a thickened tarsus on front leg (to help them dig).&nbsp…

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Article written by Dr. Brett Morris, Technical Manager Turf & Landscape - Syngenta, ANZ.As we transition from spring to summer, the weather forecast predicts warmer and drier conditions across much of the country. This increase in temperature and dryness may lead to a rise in pathogen activity, which could bring a challenge for turf managers in the coming months. For peace of mind in managing pathogens effectively across any turf surface this summer, consider using a rotation program with HEADWAY^® MAXX Turf fungicide and VELISTA^® Turf fungicide. Fungicide Selectivity and Mode of Action Selectivity of fungicides are driven by its mode of action and those modes of action target 6 major cellular sites of the fungal pathogen. Multiple target sites of activity include energy production sites, cell membranes and general cell constituents, hence rotating groups to target these cellular sites reduces the risk of resistance. By rotating HEADWAY^® MAXX and VELISTA^® this summer you can cover more than a…

Syngenta Turf and Landscape are pleased to announce the successful applicants for the Operation Pollinator^® program in 2023 for Australia & New Zealand.

Syngenta Turf and Landscape are pleased to announce the successful applicants for the Operation Pollinator^® program in 2023 for Australia & New Zealand.