2026 OLCA Spring Online CE Training Courses
Enhance your knowledge, earn continuing education credits, and stay ahead of industry best practices with OLCA’s Spring Online CE Training Series. These live, online sessions feature leading experts from The Ohio State University and the green industry.
📍 Location: Online (Live Virtual Training via Zoom)
🕚 Time: All sessions are from 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (ET)
🎓 Continuing Education: CE credits pending via ODA
Registration Information:
Registration Fees (per session):
OLCA Members: $25 per person (members may register an unlimited number of additional attendees at the member rate, including non-members; each attendee must be individually registered and logged in for the session to ensure accurate CE credit tracking)
Non-Members: $50 per person
✔ Registration is required for each individual session
✔ Confirmation and webinar access details will be emailed prior to each training
✔ Each attendee will need to log into Zoom individually so attendance can be verified (please make sure you have downloaded the Zoom app if necessary)
Training Schedule & Program Agenda
Tuesday, February 24, 2026 | 11:00 AM
Identification, Lifecycle and Management of Crown and Root-Feeding Pests
Speaker: Shaohui Wu, Ph.D., The Ohio State University
CE Credit Pending: Category 8
Session Overview:
Learn how to identify major crown and root-feeding turfgrass pests including billbugs, chinch bugs, and white grubs. This session will cover pest lifecycles, seasonal activity, and integrated control strategies, including chemical, cultural, and biological options.
About the Speaker:
Dr. Shaohui Wu is an Assistant Professor of Turfgrass Health at The Ohio State University with appointments in Entomology and Plant Pathology. Her work focuses on sustainable, integrated turfgrass pest and disease management strategies
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Tuesday, March 3, 2026 | 11:00 AM
Weed ID Lifecycle and Control Options – Top 10 Weeds
Speaker: David Gardner, Ph.D., The Ohio State University
CE Credit Pending: Category 8
Session Overview:
This session highlights the ten most significant weed challenges facing Ohio turfgrass managers. Attendees will review weed identification, lifecycles, and proven management strategies for effective control.
About the Speaker:
Dr. David Gardner is a Professor of Turfgrass Science at The Ohio State University. His expertise includes weed management, turfgrass physiology, and shade stress, with extensive experience in research and education.
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Wednesday, March 11, 2026 | 11:00 AM
Fertilizer Technology and Product Application Best Practices
Speaker: Ed Nangle, Ph.D., The Ohio State University
CE Credit Pending: Category 8
Session Overview:
As application technology evolves, understanding fertilizer timing, formulation, and distribution is more important than ever. This session explores best practices for fertilizer selection, application methods, and timing to maximize turf health and performance.
About the Speaker:
Dr. Ed Nangle is an Associate Professor of Turfgrass Science and Physiology at OSU ATI and serves as OLCA’s Education Director. His research focuses on sustainable agronomic practices for lawn care and golf course industries.
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Tuesday, March 17, 2026 | 11:00 AM
Pesticide Safety and Application Techniques for the Lawn Care Industry
Speaker: Zane Raudenbush, Ph.D., Davey
CE Credit Pending: Core
Session Overview:
This presentation covers essential pesticide safety practices, including proper PPE use, common causes of pesticide-related injuries, and effective application techniques. Attendees will also learn strategies to minimize off-target movement and protect people and the environment.
About the Speaker:
Dr. Zane Raudenbush is Manager of Research Operations at The Davey Tree Expert Company with over 20 years of turfgrass experience. He is a certified commercial pesticide applicator in Ohio and a former OSU turfgrass program director.
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Thank you to the Ohio State Turf Team for sharing this invaluable education with us to start the season!
Questions? Email info@ohiolawncare.org or call 800-510-5296