Jeff and Tanner chat for the final time on Fresh Cut Grass. Each is moving on to different roles within the industry this year. After 150 episodes, a lot of laughs, and a ton of knowledge, the end has arrived for Fresh Cut Grass. Jeff and Tanner share their thoughts on the podcast and some parting words on this final episode.
 
Jeff Fowler, Penn State Extension (host)
Tanner Delvalle, Penn State Extension (host)


Episode sponsor: The Toro Company

You can find information on turf issues in the Turfgrass and Lawn Care section of the Penn State Extension website.

Tanner and Jeff have Joe Churchill, a sales representative with Reinders Inc., on the show. We discuss how (and why) to build relationships with your vendor representatives. Joe has nearly 40 years of experience in the turf business, fostering relationships with countless turf managers over this time. Joe talks about the different types of buyers and vendors. 
 
Jeff Fowler, Penn State Extension (host)
Tanner Delvalle, Penn State Extension (host)
Joe Churchill, Reinders Inc. (guest)


Episode sponsor: The Toro Company

You can find information on turf issues in the Turfgrass and Lawn Care section of the Penn State Extension website.

Tanner and Jeff have Steve LeGros on the show to talk about grow blankets.  We discuss timing, seeding, fertilization, how to keep them in place, and orientation. Steve shares his experiences through trial and error on using growth blankets and mound tarps properly.
 
Jeff Fowler, Penn State Extension (host)
Tanner Delvalle, Penn State Extension (host)
Steve LeGros, LeGrow’s Inc (guest)

Steve and Tammy LeGros' Fight Against Leukemia

Episode sponsor: The TORO Company

You can find information on turf issues in the Turfgrass and Lawn Care section of the Penn State Extension website.

Tanner and Jeff sit down and talk with Jon Cuny. Jon has been in the turfgrass industry for many years. We discussed many topics, ranging from interning at Augusta to managing people. We also share a lot of laughs on this episode.
 
Jeff Fowler, Penn State Extension (host)
Tanner Delvalle, Penn State Extension (host)
Jon Cuny, Helena Products Pittsburgh Branch Manager


Episode sponsor: The TORO Company

You can find information on turf issues in the Turfgrass and Lawn Care section of the Penn State Extension website.

Tanner and Jeff host their monthly “Tractor Cab Trivia.” Each person asks five questions. Answers are given on the air, some discussion ensues, and the winner is decided! It’s a 20-question round-robin quiz show that is won with correct answers from the participants or your hosts! 

Jeff Fowler, Penn State Extension (host)
Tanner Delvalle, Penn State Extension (host)
Pete Cipolla, New Castle Lawn & Landscape Inc.
Chris Lessig, Volusia County Parks   

Episode sponsor: The TORO Company

You can find information on turf issues in the Turfgrass and Lawn Care section of the Penn State Extension website.

Tanner and Jeff have Dr. Chrissie Segars and Dr. Jeff Marvin from PBI Gordon on this episode to talk about "the journey" of a new active ingredient (AI) from the lab to the shelf.  Getting a new chemical registered for use is no easy task. In many cases, it can take over ten years to get a new product to the market, and there are many hurdles along the way.

Jeff Fowler, Penn State Extension (host)
Tanner Delvalle, Penn State Extension (host)
Dr. Chrissie Segars, PBI Gordon
Dr. Jeff Marvin, PBI Gordon

Episode sponsor: The TORO Company

You can find information on turf issues in the Turfgrass and Lawn Care section of the Penn State Extension website.

Tanner and Jeff discuss the turf industry with a current turf student. During this episode, we have Trevor Sheets from Ohio State University join us and discuss the turf industry from his perspective. 

Jeff Fowler, Penn State Extension (host)
Tanner Delvalle, Penn State Extension (host)
Trevor Sheets, Ohio State University

Episode sponsor: The TORO Company

You can find information on turf issues in the Turfgrass and Lawn Care section of the Penn State Extension website.

Tanner and Jeff have Zachary Longenecker on the show. Zachary is one of only two groundskeepers in the United States to manage a field that is managed outdoors and played on indoors! The Las Vegas Raiders play at Reliant Stadium, which is a natural grass surface that moves outside during the week and moved inside for games. He talks about the turf management challenges that most people wouldn’t consider.

Jeff Fowler, Penn State Extension (host)
Tanner Delvalle, Penn State Extension (host)
Zachary Longenecker, Head Groundskeeper Las Vegas Raiders

Episode sponsor: The TORO Company

You can find information on turf issues in the Turfgrass and Lawn Care section of the Penn State Extension website.

Tanner and Jeff have Paula Sliefert from The Toro Company join them on this episode.  Paula has been with the company for 16 years and is currently a senior marketing manager. Paula is a passionate person when it comes to the turf industry. She represents turf professionals nationwide, helping them find a seat at the decision-making table. She advocates for every turf manager and supports the diversity of the industry.

Jeff Fowler, Penn State Extension (host)
Tanner Delvalle, Penn State Extension (host)
Paula Sliefert, The Toro Company

Episode sponsor: The TORO Company

You can find information on turf issues in the Turfgrass and Lawn Care section of the Penn State Extension website.

Tanner and Jeff have Sun Rosselin with Jeffco Schools, Logan Strong with the Carolina Panthers, and BJ Thomas with the University of Georgia join the show and talk about women in turf and taking the Little League Softball World Series by storm. The three ladies talk about their experience of working with an all-female crew in Greenville, NC.

Women in Turf: Little League World Series 2023

Jeff Fowler, Penn State Extension (host)
Tanner Delvalle, Penn State Extension (host)
Guests:
Sun Rosselin, JeffCo School District
Logan Strong, Carolina Panthers
BJ Thomas, University of Georgia

Episode sponsor: The TORO Company

You can find information on turf issues in the Turfgrass and Lawn Care section of the Penn State Extension website.