Pure-Seed Testing, Inc., located in Canby, Oregon, was the site for this year’s “Grower Day,” hosted by Turf-Seed, Inc.

The annual event provides an opportunity for growers to learn about and view test plots for new seed varieties available in fall.

“So many of the new varieties that Turf-Seed, Inc. brings to market are bred for very specific attributes,” explained Bill Rose, president of Turf-Seed, Inc. “Not only are they new to our company, but they’re also new to the industry, so a firsthand look at these varieties and the research that supports the breed is important to our growers.”

Turf-Seed, Inc.’s growers use Grower Day as their opportunity to review current research including seed yield trials that represent how much seed production can be expected from each variety. Turf quality trials are also featured that depict how the successful a variety is under normal turf conditions.

Throughout the day, Crystal Rose-Fricker, president of Pure-Seed Testing, Inc. conducts tours of the trial station for each species and answers questions about every available variety.

“I’m really pleased with today’s turnout,” said Rose-Fricker, “The growers are doing their homework and checking out the new varieties, which is what makes them the best growers in the business.”