Weather gives turf managers a disease pressure break in Georgia
Last week the weather in the Southeast appeared to be gentle enough to provide a little “breather” for turf managers. Specifically, following several hot and humid days, the night time temps dipped into to mid to low 60s allowing Bentgrass to catch a little break.

According to Weather Underground, the record low temp in Athens for July 18th was recorded in 1967. The temp then was 60 degrees. Last night in Athens the temps dipped to 63 degrees, so we’re getting some nice relief for turf in this area. I’ve seen Bentgrass greens this summer looking as good as I can ever remember. Guys are really having a nice stretch this summer, conditions wise. Who knows what next week might produce.

BASF continues to work hard and long to help find answers and solutions for our customers. We appreciate your support and acceptance of Trinity and other valuable BASF chemistries; we certainly hope the introduction of our latest chemistries will find a fit into your rotations.

FreeHand herbicide for lawncare managers and commercial growers entering market
The last few weeks have been very exciting times in the field. Lots of interest from growers and end users surrounding the introduction of our newest preemergence Herbicide, FreeHand —which will help lawn and landscapers, and commercial ornamentals growers control a broad spectrum of pests. Freehand is labeled for use on landscape ornamentals and maintained residential and commercial areas, as well as general grounds maintenance areas that are noncrop specified.

Incoming calls have been steady about product specifics and capabilities. FreeHand provides an innovative approach to resistance and weed management. New to the commercial marketplace, this unique chemistry will give lawncare managers and commercial nursery growers an exciting option with unsurpassed weed control. BASF continues to launch this product successfully in key regions and markets.

Thanks again for your continued support, be good!