During this hands-on workshop, you will learn how to identify a variety of cultural and environmental factors that can lead to abnormal growth by:
- Describing your crop symptoms and potential problems.
- Considering the possible causes.
- Gathering key cultural and environmental information.
- Asking key questions.
- Making an educated, science-based diagnosis.
Participants will also learn how to take in-house substrate pH and electrical conductivity (EC) measurements utilizing the pour through method and measure irrigation water alkalinity. Attendees are encouraged to bring samples of their greenhouse irrigation water for testing. Each workshop participant will receive several color guides on the subjects of geranium disorders, insect and mite pests, root zone management and fall crops.
Pre-registration for the Expo ends on Nov. 16. For more information and to register, visit Register for the 2016 EXPO. This special workshop requires registration at a cost of $65 and includes refreshments in addition to the diagnostics guides. Participants who complete the workshop will also receive three pesticide recertification credits in Michigan.
Source: MSU Extension