Dr. Bryan Hopkins

Professor · Brigham Young University · company speakers →

How do we get more of a "pop" of green per drop of water? Water shortages are increasing in frequency and severity. Water and root zone oxygen management innovations will be discussed using case studies and hands-on demos. Attendees will learn about: Fundamentals of the grass water stress index and plant-soil-water science. State of the science for sensing and controlling technologies. Case studies in irrigation management using cutting edge technology. On Wednesday, January 15, Dr. Hopkins will be giving a presentation on "Chemical (Glyphosate, Fertilizer, etc.) Exposure: Health Concern?" Recent legal actions have resulted in alarming concerns regarding chemical use. Pesticides and fertilizers (most notably glyphosate or Roundup®) are being scrutinized by the public, insurance companies, etc. What are the real facts? What precautions are needed? What resources are available to help alleviate founded and unfounded concerns? An exhaustive review of the published data will be presented, as well as statements from all the governing bodies from around the globe. Fundamentals of understanding toxicity will be explained. The question of whether or not employees and participants of sports turf venues are at risk will be addressed in depth. The science will be presented in an understandable way that can be understood by the general public. Attendees will learn about: Fundamentals of environmental toxicology. Facts on public exposure to pesticides and fertilizers. Resources to educate the public on pesticide and fertilizer safety issues.

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