If you’re running a lawn-care business that includes fertilization and weed control services, staying ahead of program trends, chemical protocols, technician training, and operational efficiencies is key. That’s why attending the right industry events is a smart move. From national expos to regional turf days, the events listed below bring together the latest in program development, compliance, equipment, and business growth.
Here’s a curated list of top conferences and trade shows across the U.S. for 2025–2026 that you should mark in your calendar.
| Event | When & Where | Why It Matters for Weed/Fert Lawn Care | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawn Care Life Conference | Feb 21–22, 2025 — Springville, AL (lawncarelife.com) | Hosted by Jason Creel; focuses on weed control, fertilization, and business operations. | Targeted exclusively at lawn care company owners. |
| Spring Training Conference | Feb 2025 (exact date TBA) — various regional locations (treeandlawncareco.org) | Covers pest, weed, and fertilization application techniques. | Regional event; great for CEUs and application training. |
| Turf & Ornamentals Conference (Penn State Extension) | Feb – Mar 2025 — Pennsylvania (extension.psu.edu) | Strong university programming on weed ID, fertility, and pesticide best practices. | Ideal for field technicians and CEUs. |
| Lawn & Landscape Technology Conference | Jul 23–25, 2025 — Las Vegas, NV (lawnandlandscape.com) | Focus on technology, automation, and software used in lawn care programs. | Great for companies improving route, estimate, or CRM efficiency. |
| Equip Exposition | Oct 22–24, 2025 — Louisville, KY (equipexposition.com) | The largest green industry show; live equipment demos, turf products, and weed/fert suppliers. | Big networking hub; hands-on demos, ideal for team attendance. |
| Deep South Turf Expo | Oct 28–30, 2025 — Biloxi, MS (deepsouthturfexpo.org) | Turf, landscape, and sports field content with pesticide/fertilization focus. | Good Southern regional event; CEUs available. |
| CTEC Annual Meeting & Education Program | Nov 18, 2025 — Plantsville, CT (ctenvironmentalfacts.org) | Focus on chemical handling, turfgrass management, and environmental compliance. | Excellent for NE region professionals. |
| ELEVATE (NALP) | Nov 2–5, 2025 — Phoenix, AZ (landscapeprofessionals.org) | National industry gathering with business, operations, and product tracks. | Great for owners/operators scaling their business. |
| Kansas Turf & Landscape Conference | Dec 3–4, 2025 — Manhattan, KS (kansasturfgrassfoundation.com) | Weed control and fertility program focus; strong regional CEU content. | Good for Midwest lawn-care professionals. |
| Ohio Turfgrass Foundation Conference & Show | Dec 9–11, 2025 — Columbus, OH (ohioturfgrass.org) | Turf, pest, and fertility sessions + product expo. | Large state conference with CEUs; attracts multiple Midwest states. |
| New Jersey Turfgrass Association Green Expo | Dec 9–11, 2025 — Atlantic City, NJ (njta.wildapricot.org) | Education + large exhibit floor; includes weed, pest, and fertilizer tracks. | Great for Northeastern lawn care companies. |
| Maryland Turfgrass Conference | Dec 16, 2025 — Ellicott City, MD (mdturfcouncil.org) | Turf science & weed management updates, local/regional CEUs. | University and supplier-led sessions. |
| Tennessee Turfgrass Association Conference & Tradeshow | Jan 5–7, 2026 — Murfreesboro, TN (https://ttaonline.org/event-6092675) | Regional conference with pesticide/fertilizer content. | Good business + technical programming. |
| Arkansas Turfgrass Association Conference & Trade Show | Jan 15–16, 2026 — Hot Springs, AR (https://arkansasturf.net/) | Covers herbicide strategy, turf disease, and fertilizer trends. | Smaller event; cost-effective & regional networking. |
| Michigan Turfgrass Conference | Jan 13–15, 2026 — Mt. Pleasant, MI (michiganturfgrassfoundation.wildapricot.org) | Turf, pesticide, and fertility research updates; CEU opportunities. | Good academic + professional blend. |
| MALCP Winter Lawn Care Conference | Jan 14, 2026 — Marlborough, MA (https://members.malcp.org/site_event_detail.cfm?pk_association_event=34967) | Focused on lawn care operations, weed control, and product innovation. | Compact 1-day regional event for New England pros. |
| Green & Growin’ Conference & Trade Show | Jan 19–23, 2026 — Greensboro, NC (greenandgrowin.com) | Huge Southeastern event; technical sessions on fertilization, weed management, and business ops. | Large expo floor and training sessions. |
| ProGreen Expo | Feb 3–5, 2026 — Denver, CO (progreenexpo.com) | Covers turf, pesticide, and fertilization updates with CEUs. | Major Western U.S. green industry event. |
| Indiana Green Expo | Feb 9–11, 2026 — Indianapolis, IN (indianagreenexpo.com) | Strong CEU content, turf and pesticide sessions. | Regional Midwest powerhouse. |
| iLandscape Show | Feb 25–27, 2026 — Schaumburg, IL (ilandscapeshow.com) | Large Midwest show; combines business, education, and product discovery. | Excellent networking and supplier access. |
| Kentucky Turf & Landscape Management Short Course | Feb 17–19, 2026 — Elizabethtown, KY (https://kyhortcouncil.org/2026-ky-turf-landscape-management-short-course/) | Deep technical content on turf maintenance, weed/fert, and calibration. | CEUs and hands-on field sessions. |
| The Fertilizer Show | Mar 25–26, 2026 — Tampa, FL (fertilizershow.com) | Focused entirely on fertilizer innovation, blending, and supply chain. | More upstream but valuable for program sourcing. |
At SPRAYE, we understand how complex a weed + fert program can be—scheduling treatments, tracking technician routes, ensuring chemical compliance, keeping up with product labels, and proving results to customers. Attending these events is a way to gather the program-content; SPRAYE helps you operationalize it. Use the insights you gain to build smarter service flows, generate more accurate estimates, and scale your business without chaos.
Don’t wait until next year to start planning. Pick the events aligned with your business goals (regional vs national, growth vs operational focus), register early for best rates, and use each event as a catalyst to elevate your program, train your team, and refine your processes.
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