The Future of Turf is Turning Green in Griffin
Why You Can’t Afford to Miss the 2026 UGA Turfgrass Field Day Mark your calendars and grab your folding chairs! The highly anticipated UGA Turfgrass Research Field Day is returning to the UGA Griffin Campus on August 5th, 2026. This isn’t just another industry event; it’s the premier opportunity of the summer to lock…
Read MoreCelebrating Year of the Sedum
The National Garden Bureau has chosen 2026 to be the Year of the Sedum. It is always the year of the sedum at The Garden Guy’s house. As I pulled photos for this column, I was stunned by its beauty, and in this case, it is Lemon Coral sedum. Make no mistake: Lemon Coral sedum…
Read MoreJune 2026 Executive Director Message
Dear UAC Members, As we look toward the future of the Georgia Urban Ag Council, I am thrilled to introduce a significant milestone in our communication strategy: our new bi-annual magazine, Industry Insights. This publication is designed to be more than just a newsletter; it is a dedicated resource to provide you with news, legislative…
Read MoreHurricane and Wind Damage to Trees and Shrubs in Nurseries
In this resource Summary Download PDF of this article Phases of Plant Damage Types of Plant Damage The Economics of Plant Damage References Click here for more information on how we produce science you can trust. UGA Extension contacts: Julie Campbell and Ping Yu Damage to container-grown trees and shrubs presents differently than damage to…
Read MoreCelebrating the Class of 2026 Horticulture Graduates
An Initiative of the Chattahoochee Tech Industry Advisory Council Celebrating recently graduated horticulture students from Chattahoochee Tech, Gwinnett Tech Technical Colleges Shaping Georgia’s Future Employees The Technical College System of Georgia consists of 22 colleges offering technical education, custom business and industry training, and adult education programs. At least 11 technical colleges in Georgia…
Read MoreA Dawg Walk for Water Conservation
by Bryan Tolar, Tolar Capitol Partners and UAC Consultant The University of Georgia’s beloved Sanford Stadium was completed in 1929 and has rightfully become one of the most recognizable college stadiums in the nation. This stadium and Dooley Field are the setting for football lore – stories of miracle finishes, bizarre plays, and legendary players…
Read More2026 Annual Georgia Sod Producers Inventory Survey
Bullet Points from the 2026 Sod Producers Inventory Survey 1. 2026 could be a year that external factors alter early and late season prices. 2. Supply of bermudagrass and zoysiagrass are strong entering the 2026 growing season. 3. Freight rates start the year down relative to previous years. 4. A 5.0-cent per square foot price…
Read MorePersonal Protective Equipment
Failure to properly wear personal protective equipment is a major problem in the landscape industry. Violations of federal OSHA’s rules for head protection, eye and face protection, respiratory protection and occupational noise exposure regularly make the top 15 list for the landscaping services industry segment. Personal protective equipment is a factor on every jobsite, and…
Read MoreGeorgia Bids Farewell to “The Georgia Gardener”
The Georgia landscape and gardening community gathered at the Atlanta Botanical Garden on Monday, April 27, 2026, to celebrate the life of Walter Reeves, the beloved “Georgia Gardener” who passed away on April 10 at the age of 74. The memorial service was as much a family reunion as it was a public tribute. While…
Read MoreAI Demystified: How Lawn and Landscape Companies Can Use AI Effectively
Almost any software you look at is currently touting their AI capabilities, but despite its ubiquitous nature, there’s a lot of mystery still swirling around artificial intelligence and how businesses can utilize it effectively. So first of all, it’s best to define AI and some of the other buzzwords associated with it. “AI is anything…
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