IPM Symposium 2025
Thursday, January 23, 2025 | 8 AM - 4 PM
Virtual & Recorded
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Registration
- Online registration closes January 22, 2025 at midnight.
- Virtual event only.
IPM Council Continuing Education Credits
- Speakers and topics have been pre-approved by the IPM Council.
- After passing an exam, 6 CEC credits can be obtained from the IPM Council.
- 70% or higher to pass exam.
- Automatic submission of a passed exam will be sent on registrants' behalf to obtain CEC until Feb. 1, 2025 at midnight.
ISA Continuing Education Units
- 8:30 AM | Understanding Oak Wilt and Vascular Pathogens in Trees | Kyle McLoughlin session has been approved for ISA CEU's.
- ISA units are only eligible with registration from the live session, units are not given from the recorded session.
- Attendees will be required on their own to contact Bridget at info@isaontario.com to request credits.
Pricing
- Pricing includes full replay access to 2025 IPM Symposium.
- Member: $100
- Non-Member: $125
Agenda
| 8:00 AM | WELCOME / REGISTRATION |
| 8:30 AM | Understanding Oak Wilt and Vascular Pathogens in Trees Although not a common occurrence in the day-to-day life of tree managers, vascular pathogens, when found, can be a significant problem. Today, oak wilt is one that is becoming more prevalent and of great concern. In this seminar, we will discuss the general pathology of fungi that affect the vascular system of trees and the specifics of how to recognize it in oak wilt and methods for preventing its spread. Kyle McLoughlin BCMA | Ironwood Arboricultural Solutions Inc. Kyle McLoughlin is an ISA Board Certified Master Arborist and the City of Burlington's Supervisor of Forest Planning and Health, as well as the owner of Ironwood Arboricultural Solutions. He served as a board member and is currently co-chair of the Education Committee with the International Society of Arboriculture, Ontario Chapter, from 2021 to 2024. Kyle has contributed articles to the ISA Ontario Magazine and Landscape Trades, focusing on arboriculture, tree health, and tree protection. In 2021, he became the “Resident Tree Expert” on CBC Radio’s Fresh Air, answering live calls about tree health from Ontario residents. He has practiced arboriculture in Canada, the U.S., and Australia, and was previously a climbing instructor and wilderness guide specializing in edible wilds. |
| 9:30 AM | BREAK (15 minutes) |
| 9:45 AM | Black Soldier Fly frass and turf fertilization
Insect Frass is still new to the fertilizer ecosystem. We believe introducing frass in your fertilization program with benefit T&O industry true soil health and bio-stimulation. Let see what is all about and sharing results from Guelph Turf Institute in 2024 and other trials/tests Entosystem made with with our Black Soldier Fly frass. Maurice has been working with fertilizers and organic inputs for over 10 years, prior to this, he was working in communications with multiple mining companies, including some producer or fertilizer raw material. Over these years, Maurice accumulate experiences in T&O worked with leaders and start-up, including Ferti-technologies, Anatis Bioprotection, Earth Alive and now Entosystem. These diversified experiences allowed him to accumulate technical knowledge in standard fertilization and how organic product could improve this system. |
| 10:45 AM | BREAK (15 minutes) |
| 11:00 AM | Update from the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation & Parks
This presentation will provide an overview of MECP’s pesticide program along with inspection and compliance updates. This session will discuss the do’s and don’ts of pesticide use in Ontario along with any upcoming program changes. In addition, Scott will outline a typical MECP inspection and provide answers to common questions received over the past year. This session will discuss the do’s and don’ts for pesticide use in Ontario to ensure you stay in compliance. In addition, Scott will outline some of the details you may be wondering about to help you prepare for an MECP inspection. |
| 11:30 AM | What's New at the Guelph Turfgrass Institute Katerina Jordan | University of Guelph This session will summarize the research projects, both new and ongoing, at the Guelph Turfgrass Institute at the University of Guelph. We will discuss some cultivar trials, lawn care management, and investigations into turfgrass diseases and their management. |
| 12:00 PM | LUNCH (30 minutes) |
| 12:30 PM | Understanding Soil Health - Best Practices and Compatible Inputs Bob Reeves | Root Rescue Environmental Products Many Landscape Professionals are introducing new Organic Programs for the clients they serve, or on the land they manage. Understanding the basics of Soil Health will serve you well as you consider various organic input options and best practices for your enterprise. Soil Health supports Plant Health and Ecosystem Health: let’s see how your Business Health can be improved too. |
| 1:30 PM | Break (15 minutes) |
| 1:45 PM | Earthworms in Canada - The Silent Invasion John Warren Reynolds, Ph.D., LL.B. | Oligochaetology Laboratory & New Brunswick Museum This presentation will cover the invasion of European and more recently Asian earthworms in Ontario and Canada. Including habitat requirements, barriers to migration, and time of first occurrence. |
| Break (15 minutes) | |
| 3:00 PM | TBC |
| 4:00 PM | Closing remarks |
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Event Questions
Connect with Karri BylsmaLandscape Ontario Membership Events Specialist, Chapter & Sectors
kbylsma@landscapeontario.com