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Watschke to oversee Floratine research protocol 

Floratine Products Group has announced a relationship with Tom Watschke, Ph.D.,  professor emeritus of turfgrass science at Penn State University. He will join Floratine as a consultant, specifically in the area of university research protocol.

Watschke is an expert in turf growth regulation and has spent much of his career studying and evaluating biostimulants and plant growth regulators and their effects on turfgrass development and management.

"Floratine’s strong, superintendent-based background reinforced my decision to work with them," said Watschke. "There is a need for support and education for superintendents and what they can do with plant stress management.

Katrina Pfaff joins Becker Underwood

Katrina Pfaff has joined Becker Underwood as field development specialist for the company's horticulture and specialties group.

She will focus on maintaining and improving the company's lineup of beneficial nematode products, including identifying opportunities and developing new technologies to meet customer needs. She also will be involved in field trials and research projects and serve as a resource for research collaborators and growers.

Growth Products hires White 

Mark White has joined the technical sales staff of Growth Products Ltd., with a sales territory encompassing Florida. White previously worked in citrus production for more than 24 years.