A Snapshot of Our 2026 Strategy Sessions:

This is where you solve your most expensive problems…

• Disease Strategy with Dr. Brandon Horvath: This presentation will cover the basic aspects of integrated Pest Management and discuss how to set new and use pre-existing thresholds to trigger control applications. We will also cover treatments that can be applied using granular technology even if you don’t have a sprayer.

• Water Efficiency with Dr. Matteo Serena: This presentation offers practical, research-backed strategies for golf course superintendents to improve water efficiency and reduce costs.

• The 5 Functions of Management (Business Structure): Running a successful landscape business requires a bit of strong management. In this session we will cover the 5 functions of management and how they apply to your horticulture or landscape business.

Ready to dive deeper? These are just a few of the expert sessions available. View the complete list of courses and secure your spot!

Hey y’all!

You’re about to miss out on early bird pricing for the OTF Conference & Show! Secure discounted rooms at the Hilton Columbus or Hampton Inn & Suites when you book your room by November 16th. And save yourself $50 by registering by November 21st.

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Save big on team registration

We’re offering a 20% discount for organizations sending five or more people to the 2025 OTF Conference & Show. All you need to do is fill out our short request form to receive your unique group code.

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New Conference Layout

We shifted the main education and trade show hours to maximize your time. If you previously attended Tuesday/Wednesday, you should focus on Wednesday, December 10th & Thursday, December 11th this year.

Just in case you didn’t already know…

*Our workshops and seminars on Tuesday are included in your registration and are at NO additional cost.*

More Than Turf: See the Full Spectrum of Green Industry Education at OTF/OSU Short Course

We know you value top-tier education, and this year, the combined Ohio Turfgrass Foundation Conference & Show and OSU Short Course offers the most diverse program to date, making it a perfect event for your colleagues across the entire green industry.

While you focus on turf, your team members in landscaping, pest management, and business leadership can find sessions tailored exactly to their needs. Help us spread the word about the full range of expertise offered!

The OSU Short Course: Expanding Your Horizons

We’ve partnered with OSU Extension to offer in-depth tracks covering every facet of the green industry, including:

• Pest & Disease Control: The latest on Managing Bagworms, Webworms, and Tent Caterpillars, plus the critical Ohio Tick Update

• Plant Health: Proper Tree Planting, Plant Problem Diagnostics, and how to Identify and Manage Toxic Plants (like poison hemlock)

• Weed & Turf: Strategies for Glyphosate replacements, Invasive Plant Management, and Controlling Mosses/Mushrooms

• Business Skills: Practical Strategies for Employee Management and Improving Customer Service

• Best Practices: Dedicated sessions on Protecting Pollinators during pesticide application

Earn Credits & Network

Many sessions qualify for vital certification credits from ISA, ODA (Pesticide Applicator), and Core Industry Certifications. Plus, connect with vendors and peers at the Trade Show on Dec 10th (3-6 PM) and Dec 11th (11 AM-2 PM).

Please forward this to your colleagues and team members who manage different areas of your operation! The industry's best education is all in one place.

See you in December!

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