Wednesday, May 14, 2025
6:00 - 7:30 PM PST 

Improving Our Spraying Efficacy in Pesticide Applications

Presented by Don Frantz
Territory Manager, Branded Technology
Wilbur-Ellis Pro Markets

Don will enthusiastically cover all topics with an upbeat, fresh presentation that conveys my passion for the industry, while having an information dense talk.  He will discuss the importance and understanding of label instructions. Ways to enhance spraying efficacy and applicator safety. How Adjuvants aid in the application of pesticides, and how each family improves the physical properties of spraying. Defining spray drift and cultural methods to improve drift risk. Overall tips and tricks of proper mixing and loading.  General importance and methods for calibrating equipment. Options to improve the water quality of our pesticide spray mixes, and how that interacts with the active ingredients we use. Plus, new active ingredients that aid in your IPM strategy and how they help plant material defend against stressors.

Location
Lucky Labrador Public House
7675 SW Capitol Hwy, Portland, OR 97219 

Meeting Registration Fees
$40 per OLCA Member | $50 per Non-Member | Landscape Students: $10 

About the Presenter

Don has over 25 years of turf and ornamental experience. He earned his Bachelor of Science degree from Colorado State University majoring in landscape horticulture: turf management. His professional experience brings all aspects of the industry, including end user roles, plus distribution and manufacturer sales. Don lives with his wife and identical twin daughters in Boise, Idaho.