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In the February/March 2005 issue of Business Management, Turfgrass Producers International’s bimonthly business publication, you’ll find reports on the EPA’s final ruling on methyl bromide; the environmental benefits of artificial turf vs. natural grass; and "S.O.D.: One acronym we must live without".
Final Ruling on Methyl Bromide
The EPA issued its final ruling for the allocation of approved amounts of methyl bromide for 2005 under the Critical Use Exemption (CUE). The result is that the paperwork and other efforts from TPI members working together, has paid off because: the turfgrass sod allocations of methyl bromide under the CUE ruling will be available only to TPI members. Non-TPI member farms will not have access to these allocations of methyl bromide. TPI will continue to monitor information about the procedures CUE requires for purchasing and applying methyl bromide. TPI Public Relations Update
"S.O.D. One Acronym We Must Live Without" In December, 2004, TPI drafted an "open letter" to extension agents, county and state agencies, research organizations, universities and representatives of the media requesting they discontinue the use of the acronym S.O.D. (with or without periods) to describe Sudden Oak Death (Phytophthora ramorum). As a result of TPI’s efforts, the USDA’s Plant Protection & Quarantine Division notified all agency personnel that they are to discontinue using the acronym "SOD" when describing the disease. TPI wishes to express its sincere appreciation to the USDA and the media for their immediate response to their request.
Environmental Benefits / Artificial Turf vs. Natural Grass
The following is a brief review of the scientifically proven benefits that humanity receives from natural turfgrass, compared to fake grass: Benefits
The preceding information is published in GreenNews Online with the permission of Turfgrass Producers International (TPI). For more information about TPI, visit turfgrasssod.org. |
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