In this podcast episode, Beth Berry interviews Aaron Hathaway, technical services manager at Nufarm. The two discuss how to implement an herbicide strategy for your turf and ornamental business. They also share exciting news about a new alternative to 2,4-D formulations for control of the toughest broadleaf weeds. This podcast was originally recorded for Turf’s Up Radio and repurposed for the Around the Turf Scene podcast.
High-Nitrogen, Quick-Release Fertilizer for Cool-Season Turf
You could say that fall is the “Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde” season for fertilizing turf. In early fall, it’s best to apply a fertilizer with slow-release nitrogen to help turf recover from summer. But in late fall, the ideal fertilizer has a high ratio of quick-release nitrogen. Sometimes called “winterizer” fertilizer, this application helps prepare turf for winter. In this blog post, we’ll explore the two characteristics that make it the best fertilizer for the end of fall.