Hoping to become the standard in the industry by which professional hydroseeding contractors can be recognized, a program to disseminate the accepted practices used in the industry has been launched.

The International Association of Hydroseeding Professionals, an organization made up of hydroseeding companies, industry suppliers and industry manufacturers, recently announced the release of its Hydroseeding Certification Program to the industry.

A number of companies have already completed the qualification and testing phases of the program and are now recognized as Certified Hydroseeding Professionals. As the program moves forward, it is meant to become the standard in the industry by which professional hydroseeding contractors can be recognized.

To qualify for the program, the applicant must exhibit knowledge and experience in the hydroseeding industry and then pass a rigorous exam designed to test the applicants' knowledge in Basic Hydroseeding, Business Operations, Soil and Fertility Basics, Turfgrass Science and Erosion Control.

The Certified Hydroseeding Professional Program is designed to recognize that the individual exhibits an understanding and knowledge of the accepted practices used in the hydroseeding industry. To become certified, the individual must meet a combined point system which includes education, field experience and professional training and be a current member of the IAHP in good standing.

For information regarding the process for qualifying for and completeing the Certification process visit the IAHP website www.hydroseeding.org