Managing Turfgrass and Landscape Weeds

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Take this course to gain a clear understanding of weed biology and management strategies.

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Course Details

Course Name: Managing Turfgrass and Landscape Weeds
Course Code: AT0404CA26
Date of Most Recent Offering: February 17, 2026

Date: February 17, 2026
Time: 9:00 am – 11:30 am (Check-in time: 8:30 am)

Location: Bioresource Engineering Laboratory (formerly ECC), 18 Ag Extension Way, New Brunswick, NJ 08901 (Directions & Map)
Format: Classroom course

Registration Fee: $175 per person
Registration Closes: February 15, 2026

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Course Overview

Landscape managers spend more time and money controlling weeds than insects and diseases, so a clear understanding of weed biology and management strategies is important for successful and profitable landscape businesses.

Led by Matt Elmore (a Rutgers specialist in Weed Science), this class will cover:

  • Weed identification;
  • Chemical and non-chemical controls;
  • Weed life cycles; and
  • Other aspects of a modern weed control program.

Who Should Attend?

This class is a great source of information for anyone who wants to learn more about weed biology, identification, and control. Past participants have included:

  • Building and Grounds Managers
  • Farmers
  • Golf Course Managers
  • Horticulturists
  • Landscapers
  • Park Supervisors
  • Pesticide Applicators
  • Property Managers
  • Public Works Professionals
  • Tree Maintenance Professionals

Meet Your Instructor

Dr. Matthew Elmore, Rutgers University

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Matt Elmore is an Assistant Extension Specialist in Weed Science with the Rutgers University Department of Plant Biology. Matt earned his B.S. in Turfgrass Science from Penn State University before moving south and earning an M.S. and Ph.D. from the University of Tennessee with a focus in turfgrass weed control. Prior to joining Rutgers, Matt was a Turfgrass Extension Specialist for Texas A&M AgriLife in Dallas, TX, where his research efforts explored new strategies to control problematic weeds and reduce irrigation inputs in turfgrass. His program at Rutgers will focus on novel strategies to control weeds with fewer pesticide inputs. The program will also focus on developing alternatives to synthetic pesticides and understanding the influence of management practices on weed competitiveness.

Student Reviews

Most useful aspect of the course: “Identifying weeds and the right way to treat them. I will use the knowledge at work and at home.”

– Past Participant

“[I learned] How to control a variety of weeds in the lawn.”

– Past Participant

“[I learned] How to effectively manage certain troublesome weeds.”

– Past Participant

Continuing Education Credits

The most recent offering of Managing Turfgrass and Landscape Weeds (2.5 contact hours) was approved for the following credits from professional organizations. We will reapply for similar credits the next time the course runs, but we cannot guarantee credit approval for future offerings.

The Managing Turfgrass and Landscape Weeds course (2.5 contact hours) is approved for the following credits from professional organizations.

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NJ / CT Pesticide Applicators: 5 units in 1A, 3A, 3B, 3C, 6B, 8C, PP2; 1 unit in 13

NJ Certified Public Works Managers (CPWM): 5 Technical Contact Hours

DE, NY, MD, and MA Pesticide Applicators: If you need pesticide credits in these states, you must register and notify Joe Canzano at least 45 days before the course start date. Call 848-932-7317 or send an email to joe.canzano@rutgers.edu.

Course Requirements and Policies

Meals

No meals will be provided at this course.

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All visitors must register their vehicles ONLINE to park on campus. Please follow the guidelines below. Failure to comply with these policies may result in a citation.

  • A link to register your vehicle will be provided in your course confirmation email. Please be sure to complete this important step prior to traveling to campus.
  • When you park on campus, be sure that your license plate is unobstructed and visible from the driving aisle.
  • All Rutgers faculty/staff/students must use their regular Rutgers permit and park in the nearest lot assigned for their permit type.

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A $35 cancellation fee applies for this course. Substitutions are permitted. View our cancellation policy.

Attention U.S. Veterans

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This course is approved by the New Jersey State Approving Agency for Veterans Training for educational benefits through the GI Bill®. Learn more.

GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government website at http://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill.

Program Questions? We’re Here to Help!

If you have any questions about Managing Turfgrass and Landscape Weeds, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us.

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Program Coordinator: Joe Canzano
848-932-7317
joe.canzano@rutgers.edu

For registration assistance, please contact our Registration Department at 848-932-9271, option 2 or email registration@njaes.rutgers.edu.

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