The Grass Factor

Takin' them pre-summer questions.

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Burnin' through the mailbag we've received over the last week, and some live chat questions.References:First video posted 8 years ago today

We're a man down but comin' in hot and hard with the mailbags and live chats, with a JKT at the end.Ref: The Mole Man | Tomahawk Spray Gun

We're joined by JLavoe tonight as we get caught up on the mailbags!Ref:Former Grass Seed Company Employee Sentenced to Federal Prison for Role in Schemes to Defraud Simplot.WSU Irrigation video from 1959

JPink lost power during the stream, so this one got cut short unfortunately....

Joe Still Doesn't Know Turf:Turf Builder TV SpotUsing Scott's Turf BuilderBuying Scott's Turf BuilderRef: Families of Fungicides for TurfgrassOptimizing Lawn Fertilizer ApplicationsRef: Humate & Humic Acid | Impact of BiocharWatering in fertilizerRon's New ProductPreppin' the lawn for a special eventFixing Lawn ProblemsSponsor:The PatronsNamed By:Jon PSpecial Thanks to Our Co-Producers:6r33k633kJohnnyFescueBusy Beez's TurfBenjamin MossingLonegooseTurfologyJesse Bousquet JrJbartleywOutsidefireBarthodaRyan DanescubwerthmannMtechLCS TurfLTK Trucking & FreightPaulSmithNestorReyesLW50SumbeachLush LawnsMatixwfcookwebcivilianZach_HKennardSchaneyTurf87MattMac1rLoonieGroundUpOrganicJosh1604NeilOBFenix Lawn CareHalpeetSeñorLawnGuard Well Lawn CareJonzyJonesDmillerWade Hustaddclausenkmbell221878JHarvJohnAvellutoCaliusOptimus

We're talkin' to you, fam.

Headlines:New $5 Billion Marine One Helicopters Still Can't Carry the PresidentMontgomery County shooting: Neighbor arrested in lawn mower shootingAussie toddler killed by dad in tragic ride-on lawn mower accidentJoe Knows Turf:Thick & Green!Sponsor:The PatronsBurns:Homeowner seeks advice after landscaping company makes concerning claim about city's policies: 'This would be an absolute nightmare to hear'References: N Fert & Soil Organic Matter | Soil Microbial CommunitiesKoch purchase of Iowa fertilizer plant means farmers, consumers loseMinnesota lawmakers push forward fertilizer tax to clean up contaminated wellsReturns:Park Rapids FFA brings home state champion gold - Park Rapids EnterpriseSpecial Thanks to Our Co-Producers:6r33k633kJohnnyFescueBusy Beez's TurfBenjamin MossingLonegooseTurfologyJesse Bousquet JrJbartleywOutsidefireBarthodaRyan DanescubwerthmannMtechLCS TurfLTK Trucking & FreightPaulSmithNestorReyesLW50SumbeachLush LawnsMatixwfcookwebcivilianZach_HKennardSchaneyTurf87MattMac1rLoonieGroundUpOrganicJosh1604NeilOBFenix Lawn CareHalpeetSeñorLawnGuard Well Lawn CareJonzyJonesDmillerWade Hustaddclausenkmbell221878JHarvJohnAvellutoCaliusOptimus

We've got some soil tests to talk about and we'll be taking community questions. Then we're gonna close with the Thirsty Thursday graphics at the end of the show again. Get rekt JLavoe.

Headlines:Liquid nitrogen fertilizer spill kills 750,000 fish, Iowa officials sayHouston lawn worker uses weed eater to confront robbery suspectsJoe Knows Turf:Sellin' thatchKaraaazzzzy Dark!Sponsor:The PatronsBurns:Drexel University is phasing out herbicides, pesticides on campus groundsOrange County residents say weed-killing chemical sprayed near homes is making them sick Returns:Vargas made a career of defying the status quoTurfgrass Nutrient Management - Debunking Some Common MythsRelated: Check out John Emerson on our show!Special Thanks to Our Co-Producers:6r33k633kJohnnyFescueBusy Beez's TurfBenjamin MossingLonegooseTurfologyJesse Bousquet JrJbartleywOutsidefireBarthodaRyan DanescubwerthmannMtechLCS TurfLTK Trucking & FreightPaulSmithNestorReyesLW50SumbeachLush LawnsMatixwfcookwebcivilianZach_HKennardSchaneyTurf87MattMac1rLoonieGroundUpOrganicJosh1604NeilOBFenix Lawn CareHalpeetSeñorLawnGuard Well Lawn CareJonzyJonesDmillerWade Hustaddclausenkmbell221878JHarvJohnAvellutoCaliusOptimus

We sit down with Eldon tonight and address his concerns as a Pro Applicator out of Pennsylvania.

JPink was busy with some family, so we kick it old school instead of a B&R recording.

Is it green, is it brown, is it healthy, does it need more nitrogen? We dig through it all on our April 10th recording.

Q&A's from the community on our April 3rd show.

Wet & Wild Wednesday coming at you with this week's round of Q&A's from the community! Recorded March 27th 2024

Continuing with our new time, Wet & Wild Wednesday brings you some Q&A's from the community! Recorded March 20th 2024

Headlines:Should Nashville take part in 'No Mow April'? Why one community won't mow their lawns next month Timing crabgrass preemergence applications in springTurf fields may have ‘forever chemicals. ’ Should kids be playing on them? ‘Irresponsible’ Global Pesticide Regulations Spark Mass Outrage Joe Knows Turf:Spring Ferts Sponsor:The PatronsBurns:Registration open for Imperial County APCD’s Lawn Equipment Exchange Program (LEEP) Colonial Downs controlled turf burn postponed again due to weather Iowa DNR finds no living fish in fertilizer-contaminated river Returns:How farmers are using AI to help feed the planet Special Thanks to Our Co-Producers:6r33k633kJohnnyFescueBusy Beez's TurfBenjamin MossingLonegooseTurfologyJesse Bousquet JrJbartleywOutsidefireBarthodaRyan DanescubwerthmannMtechLCS TurfLTK Trucking & FreightPaulSmithNestorReyesLW50SumbeachLush LawnsMatixwfcookwebcivilianZach_HKennardSchaneyTurf87MattMac1rLoonieGroundUpOrganicJosh1604NeilOBFenix Lawn CareHalpeetSeñorLawnGuard Well Lawn CareJonzyJonesDmillerWade Hustaddclausenkmbell221878JHarvJohnAvellutoCaliusOptimus

We're takin' some questions tonight from the chat and gettin' caught up on some mailbags.

Housekeeping:Matt's AMA on Reddit Thirsty Thursday is now Wet & Wild Wednesdays! (Same time, new day)Headlines:State restrictions on local fertilizer bans opposedMost Retail Fertilizer Prices Slightly Higher for Fourth Week of February A ship earlier hit by Yemen's Houthi rebels sinks in the Red Sea Joe Knows Turf:YardBrah (www.YardBrah.com) | Ron (One, Two, Three)Sponsor:The PatronsBurns:Record levels of 'forever chemicals' in NE Tennessee sewage sludge used as crop fertilizer Two Topeka residents arrested following stolen lawn mowers investigation Returns:Pesticide liability exemption bill passes the House, is on the move in the Senate When it comes to lawn grass, be careful what you buy Special Thanks to Our Co-Producers:6r33k633kJohnnyFescueBusy Beez's TurfBenjamin MossingLonegooseTurfologyJesse Bousquet JrJbartleywOutsidefireBarthodaRyan DanescubwerthmannMtechLCS TurfLTK Trucking & FreightPaulSmithNestorReyesLW50SumbeachLush LawnsMatixwfcookwebcivilianZach_HKennardSchaneyTurf87MattMac1rLoonieGroundUpOrganicJosh1604NeilOBFenix Lawn CareHalpeetSeñorLawnGuard Well Lawn CareJonzyJonesDmillerWade Hustaddclausenkmbell221878JHarvJohnAvellutoCaliusOptimus

Wet & Wild Wednesday, Whiskey Wednesday, What Are We Doing Wednesday? Who knows. Just come join us with your questions.

We're joined by John Emerson, who is a full time Extension Agent from the University of Delaware. Check him out on all the things:X: https://twitter.com/udturfguyInstagram: https://instagram.com/ud_turfgrass_

We've got some mailbag to address, some a's for your q's and we've got guest host JLavoe joining us!

Headlines:EU Commission set to scrap plan to halve pesticide use after farmer protests Bio-Based Broad-Spectrum Herbicide from Airable Lab FMC Corporation launching Durentis insecticide Joe Knows Turf:Talkin' about soil testing....or lack thereof.Sponsor:The PatronsBurns:Park Commission still has plan for herbicides in Lake George EPA issues existing stocks order for dicamba US court bans three weedkillers and finds EPA broke law in approval process Returns:Court Grants Three-Month Extension to Complete EPA Herbicide Strategy Cities can ban turf grass Turf MD: Karl Danneberger celebrates the career of a turfgrass icon Special Thanks to Our Co-Producers:6r33k633kJohnnyFescueBusy Beez's TurfBenjamin MossingLonegooseTurfologyJesse Bousquet JrJbartleywOutsidefireBarthodaRyan DanescubwerthmannMtechLCS TurfLTK Trucking & FreightPaulSmithNestorReyesLW50SumbeachLush LawnsMatixwfcookwebcivilianZach_HKennardSchaneyTurf87MattMac1rLoonieGroundUpOrganicJosh1604NeilOBFenix Lawn CareHalpeetSeñorLawnGuard Well Lawn CareJonzyJonesDmillerWade Hustaddclausenkmbell221878JHarvJohnAvellutoCaliusOptimus

We sit down to chat with Taylor who owns and operates a fertilization company out of Champaign, Illinois.

Reminder: No B&R Recording on the 11th.Headlines:Iowa state auditor asks feds to block fertilizer plant saleNGOs denounce France's 'pause' on pesticide ban to placate farmersSix Fertilizers Lead Prices Lower Again Joe Knows Turf:Lawn Smoothie! Sponsor:The PatronsBurns:Is Coca-Cola Really The Secret To A Greener Lawn?Idaho bill targets pesticide label lawsuitsReturns:MetLife Stadium is finally getting rid of dreaded turf field Purdue captures another GCSAA Collegiate Turf Bowl titleMailbag:TurfSpecial Thanks to Our Co-Producers:6r33k633kJohnnyFescueBusy Beez's TurfBenjamin MossingLonegooseTurfologyJesse Bousquet JrJbartleywOutsidefireBarthodaRyan DanescubwerthmannMtechLCS TurfLTK Trucking & FreightPaulSmithNestorReyesLW50SumbeachLush LawnsMatixwfcookwebcivilianZach_HKennardSchaneyTurf87MattMac1rLoonieGroundUpOrganicJosh1604NeilOBFenix Lawn CareHalpeetSeñorLawnGuard Well Lawn CareJonzyJonesDmillerWade Hustaddclausenkmbell221878JHarvJohnAvellutoCaliusOptimus

We've got special guest host JLavoe (Aldo) filling in for DeMay tonight as we take questions from the chat and catch up on some mailbag.

We sit down with Matt, a business owner out of Western Kentucky, to talk about his goals for building a better program.

Headlines:Technical committee scores fertilizer plant projects vying for $125 million forgivable state loanAngry farmers stage Germany-wide tractor blockadesFrench farmers threaten to intensify protests over taxes, regulationJoe Knows Turf:Doin' the thingReferences: BAS 514 and Dithiopyr Sponsor:The PatronsBurns:Billions of cicadas will emerge in the U.S. this year in a rare double-brood eventHomeowner discovers major problem after breaking ground on small lawn renovation Charcoal may guard specialty crops against herbicide drift Returns:The Fertilizer Institute Opens Nominations for the 2024 4R Advocate ProgramSnow and storms across US as 55 reported killed in winter weather Special Thanks to Our Co-Producers:6r33k633kJohnnyFescueBusy Beez's TurfBenjamin MossingLonegooseTurfologyJesse Bousquet JrJbartleywOutsidefireBarthodaRyan DanescubwerthmannMtechLCS TurfLTK Trucking & FreightPaulSmithNestorReyesLW50SumbeachLush LawnsMatixwfcookwebcivilianZach_HKennardSchaneyTurf87MattMac1rLoonieGroundUpOrganicJosh1604NeilOBFenix Lawn CareHalpeetSeñorLawnGuard Well Lawn CareJonzyJonesDmillerWade Hustaddclausenkmbell221878JHarvJohnAvellutoCaliusOptimus

We talk about how to find the right sales rep, how to treat 'em once you found 'em, and all the things that factor into pricing. Score spreadsheethttps://www.score.org/resource/template/sales-forecast-12-months

We've got Dr. Shaddox on the show. If you haven't already, follow him over at @TurfgrassEpistemology then go add his podcast with the same name to your podcast app of choice!• Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/1cTpdrChToeEFAOX9wkXFI• Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/turfgrass-epistemology/id1717271379• Google Podcasts:https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkLnBvZGJlYW4uY29tL1R1cmZncmFzc0VwaXN0ZW1vbG9neS9mZWVkLnhtbA

Talkin' about how to price lawn care.

It's The Lawn Care Whoreders Roast! Join us to help raise money for St. Jude's as we try to beat last year's amazing $10k+ fundraiser!Donate directly to St. Jude's at:https://fundraising.stjude.org/site/TR?px=7834933&fr_id=134326&pg=personal

Recorded live on December 21st

Our last "normal" episode of the year! Taking questions from the live chat.

Headlines:Massive fertilizer spill blocked I-5 traffic North of Vancouver Wednesday Drones cited as future for aerial application What’s on your Christmas tree? Hint: Not just ornaments 'Inert' ingredients in pesticides may be more toxic to bees than scientists thought Joe Knows Turf:Mulchin' LeavesReferences: MSU-TCPReport.pdf | Mulching Effects.Sponsor:The PatronsBurns:N.C. Pesticide Board announces case settlements Sheriff warns residents about lawn care scam in North Bossier, Benton ‘How does that even happen?’: Car flies into and through landscape trailer in Lynnfield Returns:Viewpoint: GM crops already solving food insecurityOff the Record: The history of the Turfgrass Information File Mailbag:Matt gets passionate about some feedback.Special Thanks to Our Co-Producers:6r33k633kJohnnyFescueBusy Beez's TurfBenjamin MossingLonegooseTurfologyJesse Bousquet JrJbartleywOutsidefireBarthodaRyan DanescubwerthmannMtechLCS TurfLTK Trucking & FreightPaulSmithNestorReyesLW50SumbeachLush LawnsMatixwfcookwebcivilianZach_HKennardSchaneyTurf87MattMac1rLoonieGroundUpOrganicJosh1604NeilOBFenix Lawn CareHalpeetSeñorLawnGuard Well Lawn CareJonzyJonesDmillerWade Hustaddclausenkmbell221878JHarvJohnAvellutoCaliusOptimus

We talk with the community as we prep to wrap the year.

Title Runner Up: Lawns to the left of me. Elders to the right. Stuck in my zipper with you.Headlines:Mosaic Company is promoting fair trade to keep American ag and fertilizer industries strongUAN28 Leads Major Fertilizer Prices Lower Joe Knows Turf:Talkin' about seed marketing (Attached)Reference: NTEP Turfgrass Trial Explorer Sponsor:The PatronsBurns:Lawn care worker exposes self to clients: Florida deputiesRecycled phosphorus fertilizer reduces nutrient leaching, maintains yield Returns:This injury is 100% due to the plastic. NFL Injuries: Jaelan Phillips Joins Daniel Jones, Aaron Rodgers And Kirk Cousins With Leg Injury Amid Turf Debate Swedish Fertilizer Producer Puts Factory in Northern Sweden on Hold and Prioritizes the US Millbrae bans new artificial turf Mailbag:Special Thanks to Our Co-Producers:6r33k633kJohnnyFescueBusy Beez's TurfBenjamin MossingLonegooseTurfologyJesse Bousquet JrJbartleywOutsidefireBarthodaRyan DanescubwerthmannMtechLCS TurfLTK Trucking & FreightPaulSmithNestorReyesLW50SumbeachLush LawnsMatixwfcookwebcivilianZach_HKennardSchaneyTurf87MattMac1rLoonieGroundUpOrganicJosh1604NeilOBFenix Lawn CareHalpeetSeñorLawnGuard Well Lawn CareJonzyJonesDmillerWade Hustaddclausenkmbell221878JHarvJohnAvellutoCaliusOptimus

The guys talk about getting through the winter with less daylight and lower motivation.

Headlines:Graze Robotics Set To Launch Its Commercial Grade Robotic Lawn Mower Tampa Bay lawn-watering restrictions approved amid drought Monsanto Ordered to Pay $1.5 Billion in Roundup Case Joe Knows Turf:Dormant Seeding | Ron's Thoughts References: University of Minnesota - Demonstrations | ApproachSponsor:The PatronsBurns:Close to 1,000 citations issued for cars parked on Hampton lawns City Council Discusses Lawn Maintenance and Speeders - Americus Times-Recorder Returns:Henri Lansbury: The lawn-obsessed ex-Arsenal starlet who wants to mow the EmiratesMaking a Difference: Nonprofit lawn care company helping people with disabilities grow and succeed Mailbag:Finding out how to weed out the weak irrigation installers.Special Thanks to Our Co-Producers:6r33k633kJohnnyFescueBusy Beez's TurfBenjamin MossingLonegooseTurfologyJesse Bousquet JrJbartleywOutsidefireBarthodaRyan DanescubwerthmannMtechLCS TurfLTK Trucking & FreightPaulSmithNestorReyesLW50SumbeachLush LawnsMatixwfcookwebcivilianZach_HKennardSchaneyTurf87MattMac1rLoonieGroundUpOrganicJosh1604NeilOBFenix Lawn CareHalpeetSeñorLawnGuard Well Lawn CareJonzyJonesDmillerWade Hustaddclausenkmbell221878JHarvJohnAvellutoCaliusOptimus

We do a deep dive into some "research" on chemical interactions and sustainability of residential landscapes.

Headlines:EPA says Minnesota needs to take more action on nitrates in drinking water America Next? Irish Farmers Face Killing 41,000 Healthy Cows Over Regulations to Fight 'Climate Change' Joe Knows Turf:Talking about iron (See attachments)Reference: Soil solubility of iron fertilizers | Dr. Shaddox - Iron Solubility Sponsor:The PatronsBurns:OSHA cites Boys Town for fatal lawnmower accident Local 1391 UAW leaders say they haven’t heard from leadership since taking to the picket line Kent County residents in court hoping to shut down plant over stench Returns:Bad Boy Mowers to Expand, Create 300 New Jobs Special Thanks to Our Co-Producers:6r33k633kJohnnyFescueBusy Beez's TurfBenjamin MossingLonegooseTurfologyJesse Bousquet JrJbartleywOutsidefireBarthodaRyan DanescubwerthmannMtechLCS TurfLTK Trucking & FreightPaulSmithNestorReyesLW50SumbeachLush LawnsMatixwfcookwebcivilianZach_HKennardSchaneyTurf87MattMac1rLoonieGroundUpOrganicJosh1604NeilOBFenix Lawn CareHalpeetSeñorLawnGuard Well Lawn CareJonzyJonesDmillerWade Hustaddclausenkmbell221878JHarvJohnAvellutoCaliusOptimus

We catch up with Dan The Lawn Man, and if you haven't already check out his YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@DanTheLawnMan

Headlines:Students Protest Pesticides Proposal in Watsonville Nutrien misses quarterly profit estimates as potash prices plummet Minnesota's burgeoning fertilizer problem Joe Knows Turf:Learnin' dilution is a thing.Sponsor:The PatronsBurns:More than $8M worth of illegal mushrooms seized in Connecticut Ohio man nearly drowns in freak lawn mowing accident; in critical condition Liner tear possible at Mosaic’s New Wales ‘gypstack,’ fertilizer company says Returns:Questions You Need To Ask Your Lawn Maintenance Company West Michigan fifth graders conquer '50 Yard Challenge', mow lawns for the needy Special Thanks to Our Co-Producers:6r33k633kJohnnyFescueBusy Beez's TurfBenjamin MossingLonegooseTurfologyJesse Bousquet JrJbartleywOutsidefireBarthodaRyan DanescubwerthmannMtechLCS TurfLTK Trucking & FreightPaulSmithNestorReyesLW50SumbeachLush LawnsMatixwfcookwebcivilianZach_HKennardSchaneyTurf87MattMac1rLoonieGroundUpOrganicJosh1604NeilOBFenix Lawn CareHalpeetSeñorLawnGuard Well Lawn CareJonzyJonesDmillerWade Hustaddclausenkmbell221878JHarvJohnAvellutoCaliusOptimus

Talking with Paul, give him a follow over on Twitter: https://twitter.com/GreensProhttp://greenspro.com/

Matt was off doing Halloween activities with the family, so we went Public tonight and took questions live for the first portion of the episode. However, we still hit everyone's favorite segment:Joe Knows Turf:Winterizing for fun and profit.Special Thanks to Our Co-Producers:6r33k633kBusy Beez's TurfBenjamin MossingLonegooseTurfologyJesse Bousquet JrJbartleywOutsidefireBarthodaRyan DanescuTifway LawnNateKrezharperexploresbwerthmannMtechLCS TurfLTK Trucking & FreightNreyesLW50SumbeachLush Lawns813KingmatixwfcookwebcivilianZach_HKennardSchaneyTurf87MattMac1rLoonieJosh1604NeilOBFenix Lawn CareHalpeetSeñorLawntoddskillGuardWellDFWJonzyJonesDmillerMarkBodifordWade Hustadfyns12k_dclausenOwen Kluth

Talking with the community, and recappin' the deeds of the last week.

We sit down with our favorite Dr. Pepper drinkin' creator.

Headlines:Is the wet weather slowing down lawn care services?Effort underway to change Somersworth, N.H., lawn mowing ordinanceVariability in Nitrogen Fertilizer Prices in Illinois Over the Last 15 YearsJoe Knows Turf:Some advanced fert talk.Sponsor:The PatronsBurns:Multiple people transported from Pittsburgh-area InTown Suites due to pesticide exposureHallowell bans pesticides, OKs fertilizers on private propertyReturns:DOJ targets eBay over vehicle emissions defeat devices, pesticides, other toxinsFormer superintendent out to help turf managers dial in N ratesSpecial Thanks to Our Co-Producers:6r33k633kBusy Beez's TurfBenjamin MossingLonegooseTurfologyJesse Bousquet JrJbartleywOutsidefireBarthodaRyan DanescuTifway LawnNateKrezharperexploresbwerthmannMtechLCS TurfLTK Trucking & FreightNreyesLW50SumbeachLush Lawns813KingmatixwfcookwebcivilianZach_HKennardSchaneyTurf87MattMac1rLoonieJosh1604NeilOBFenix Lawn CareHalpeetSeñorLawntoddskillGuardWellDFWJonzyJonesDmillerMarkBodifordWade Hustadfyns12k_dclausenOwen Kluth

JLavoe joins us as we take questions from the chat.Recorded live on September 28th.