Events


CNLA Ski & Ride Day

Ski Sundown 126 Ratlum Rd, New Hartford, United States

Get to know fellow members in a fun outdoor environment! A Great opportunity for team building and comradery. Join the CNLA for Ski and Ride Day and lots of fun on Connecticut’s slopes. Après networking to follow. Not a fan of the slopes? That’s ok! Meet us in the Bar and Tavern for networking only.

Supervisory Custom Grounds Turf and Ornamental 3A License Prep Course

ABC-CT/Construction Education Center 35 A Jackson Robert Way, Plainville, CT

Course Dates:  February 6, 7, 13, 21, 27, 28, March 6 and 7 This is the prep course to take for the 3A License.  Topics include: Pesticide safety, handling, mixing, calculations, classification, usage; Plant physiology, weed science, mycology, insect science, physiological disorders; and law and regulations. Instructor:  Mark Kokinchak B.S. Environmental Horticulture, University of CT;

Supervisory Custom Grounds Turf and Ornamental 3A License Prep Course

ABC-CT/Construction Education Center 35 A Jackson Robert Way, Plainville, CT

Course Dates:  February 6, 7, 13, 21, 27, 28, March 6 and 7 This is the prep course to take for the 3A License.  Topics include: Pesticide safety, handling, mixing, calculations, classification, usage; Plant physiology, weed science, mycology, insect science, physiological disorders; and law and regulations. Instructor:  Mark Kokinchak B.S. Environmental Horticulture, University of CT;

CNF Hosts the Young Professional Networking Event

Chamard Vineyards 115 Cow Hill Road, Clinton, CT

If you are interested in joining the Young Professionals Network or know of anyone who would be than this is the event to attend. The Connecticut Nursery and Landscape Association (CNLA) recently launched its Young Professionals Network.  This group provides young professionals (under 40 years old) an opportunity to get involved with events and programs

Supervisory Custom Grounds Turf and Ornamental 3A License Prep Course

ABC-CT/Construction Education Center 35 A Jackson Robert Way, Plainville, CT

Course Dates:  February 6, 7, 13, 21, 27, 28, March 6 and 7 This is the prep course to take for the 3A License.  Topics include: Pesticide safety, handling, mixing, calculations, classification, usage; Plant physiology, weed science, mycology, insect science, physiological disorders; and law and regulations. Instructor:  Mark Kokinchak B.S. Environmental Horticulture, University of CT;

Supervisory Custom Grounds Turf and Ornamental 3A License Prep Course

ABC-CT/Construction Education Center 35 A Jackson Robert Way, Plainville, CT

Course Dates:  February 6, 7, 13, 21, 27, 28, March 6 and 7 This is the prep course to take for the 3A License.  Topics include: Pesticide safety, handling, mixing, calculations, classification, usage; Plant physiology, weed science, mycology, insect science, physiological disorders; and law and regulations. Instructor:  Mark Kokinchak B.S. Environmental Horticulture, University of CT;

Northeast Hardscrabble Expo

Rhode Island Conventions Center 1 Sabin Street, Providence, RI, United States

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GMO 2.0: Science, Society and the Future

Student Union, UCONN Storrs, CT

Finding understandable science-based information on GMOs is challenging for the public. Our project goal is to bridge the information gap surrounding GMOs with farmers and the general public. Moderator: Dean Indrajeet Chaubey, UConn CAHNR Speakers: Paul Vincelli, Extension Professor & Provost Distinguished Service Professor, Department of Plant Pathology, University of Kentucky (focus area: overview of

Free

GMOs: Answering Difficult Questions from your Customers

Tolland County Extension Center 24 Hyde Avenue, Vernon, CT, United States

Dr. Paul Vincelli will give a presentation for Extension educators and others who are interested on communication strategies for science and GMOs. Download the flyer.pdf. Space is limited. RSVPs are required

Free

Boxwood Blight, Expert Panel

Sam Bridge Nursery and Greenhouses 437 North Street, Greenwich, CT, United States

With Dr. Yonghao Li of the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station & Mark Sellew, President of Connecticut’s Largest Nursery, Prides Corner Farms   Join us for an informative presentation and discussion that will cover everything you need to know about the fungus sweeping across the Eastern Seaboard, affecting our Connecticut landscape staples. Learn how to remediate,