Keeping Track of Legislation

It seems that every time I turn on the TV there is an advertisement from law firms encouraging people to get involved in lawsuits regarding the use of Roundup. The World Health Organization has stated that Roundup is a probable carcinogen, emphasis on the term probable. I have not seen any research proving that it is a carcinogen. On the other hand, the EPA has stated that Roundup is not a carcinogen. Roundup has been and is a valuable product in the turf industry. I am concerned that this is the first of many products that will be tested in the court system.

TCNC’s role in keeping track of legislation in North Carolina is as important today as it has ever been. We will continue to keep track of issues and legislation that affect the turf industry and our members to offer input if changes need to be made versus having changes forced on our industry.

Our members provide green spaces that are aesthetically pleasing to their clients and athletic fields that are safe to play on.

We as turf professionals make the world a better place. Thank you for being a part of TCNC.

Gene Queen

TCNC President

Gene Queen, TCNC President