Sod Production and Marketing. Instructional Materials Developed for Iowa Vocational Agriculture Teachers.

Developed for use by vocational agriculture teachers in Iowa, this instructional unit provides information about the growing and marketing of sod for lawns. This document is one of three manuals making up a single package. (The other two are Christmas Tree Production and Marketing and Sod Production and Marketing). The manual includes an instructional plan and related technical information. The instructional plan features objectives, interest approach, a listing of materials needed, and teaching procedures. The technical information section provides concise information related to sod production and marketing. A reference list is included for teachers wishing additional information on the topic. Transparency masters and activity sheets are provided and coded to the unit. A list of 10 slides for use with the instructional materials is also provided. Eleven fact sheets from the Iowa Cooperative Extension Service discuss various aspects of turfgrass care. (KC)