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05/31/2026

For years, imidacloprid has been one of the standard preventive grub control products in turfgrass. What Makes Imidacloprid Different? It’s Systemic!

One of the biggest advantages of imidacloprid is that it moves through the plant.

When applied:

* To the soil
* Around tree roots
* As a drench
* Through irrigation

The plant absorbs it and moves it through its vascular system. As insects feed on the plant, they ingest the insecticide.

What Does It Control?

Turfgrass Pests:

* Japanese beetle larvae
* European chafer larvae
* Masked chafer larvae

Works best when applied preventively.

Landscape & Ornamental Pests:

* Aphids
* Whiteflies
* Leafhoppers
* Lace bugs
* Mealybugs
* Scale insects
* Adelgids

Especially effective against sucking insects.

Tree & Shrub Applications:

* Hemlocks
* Ash trees
* Ornamentals
* Shade trees

For pests such as:

* Hemlock Woolly Adelgid
* Emerald Ash Borer (in some programs)
* Scale insects

Common Trade Names

* Merit®
* Marathon®
* Dominion®
* Quali-Pro Imidacloprid
* Numerous generic formulations

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05/19/2026

🚨 NEW WEBINAR ALERT with The Turf Teacher 🌱

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What happens when pesticides leave the target zone? Join me for an eye-opening webinar as we dig into Pesticides in the Environment — a critical topic for every green industry professional, applicator, turf manager, and land steward.

We’ll cover:
✅ Pesticide movement in soil, water & air
✅ Drift, runoff, leaching & environmental impact
✅ Protecting pollinators & non-target organisms
✅ Best management practices for responsible application
✅ Real-world strategies to reduce environmental risk

If you apply pesticides, manage landscapes, or teach others in the industry — this is a conversation you need to be part of.

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05/18/2026

Pesticides in the Environment

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05/12/2026

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05/05/2026

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04/29/2026

🌱 TOMORROW ON TURF’S UP RADIO 🌱

We’re breaking down Turfgrass Anatomy & Physiology — the REAL science behind what makes lawns thrive… or fail.

👉 What’s happening below the surface
👉 How turf actually grows and responds
👉 Why timing, nutrients, and environment matter
👉 How to get BETTER results for your clients

If you’re in the green industry, this is one you don’t want to miss.

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04/29/2026

🌱 TOMORROW ON TURF’S UP RADIO 🌱

We’re breaking down Turfgrass Anatomy & Physiology — the REAL science behind what makes lawns thrive… or fail.

👉 What’s happening below the surface
👉 How turf actually grows and responds
👉 Timing, nutrients, & environment matter
👉 How to get BETTER results for your clients

If you’re in the green industry, this is one you don’t want to miss.

🎧 Tune in LIVE 8:00 a.m. or catch the podcast after.

04/13/2026

⛳ 🌱 The Masters Effect: What Augusta Can Teach Every Lawn Pro

On this episode of “Keeping Up With the Joneses” on Turf’s Up Radio, The Green Industry Couple dives into what we’re calling “The Masters Effect”—the powerful influence that elite turf management at Augusta National has on expectations across the entire green industry.

From the flawless fairways of Augusta National Golf Club to everyday residential lawns, clients everywhere are asking for that same lush, striped, picture-perfect look… but what does it actually take to deliver it?

In this episode, we break it all down:

🏆 Masters recap + course conditions.
🌿 Inside Augusta National’s turf strategy.
🏡 The truth about “instant” lawn renovations (and what to tell your clients).
💡 The Masters Effect is real—and it’s shaping client expectations, pricing, and the future of lawn care and landscape professionals everywhere.

Whether you’re a contractor, turf manager, or homeowner chasing that Augusta look, this episode will give you real insight, real strategy, and real talk.

🎧 Tune in, take notes, and elevate your game.

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04/13/2026

⛳ From Augusta to your backyard… we’re breaking it ALL down.

Tomorrow on Turf’s Up Radio:
🏆 Masters Recap
🌿 Augusta National Deep Dive
⚾ MLB Natural Turf Fields
🏡 How to get a LUSH lawn FAST

Plus… opening & closing prayers to keep it grounded 🙏

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01/16/2026

We are doing our 100th episode on Turf’s Up Radio tomorrow morning at 8:00 a.m. live!

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