Turfgrass injury and damage is caused by either abiotic or biotic factors. Some examples of abiotic factors or stressors include extreme weather/temperatures, soil compaction, nutrients/light, excess or deficient water, and... read more →
Using a pre-emergent herbicide to control weeds on turf can be considered a “no-brainer” for many superintendents. However, there are some additional steps that can be taken to ensure that... read more →
Spring is in the air; the days are getting longer and when the sun does shine, it’s starting to feel just a little warmer. The natural world is coming back... read more →
Each year the Golf Industry Show brings together thousands of golf industry professionals from around the globe for a week of education, seminars, and exhibitions. This year the Golf Industry... read more →
Many turfgrass managers cease their soil surfactant (wetting agent) program in the fall when the summer stress period is over. However, late season applications of Zipline and Dispatch Sprayable provide... read more →
Salt build-up and the subsequent problems associated with that build up can cause multiple problems – from slow and blotchy germination to Rapid Blight. When not addressed prior to overseeding,... read more →
Sports turf managers in Europe have long been aware of the existence of Dollar Spot as a turf grass disease. Until relatively recently the disease was only regarded as being... read more →
Each year the Golf Industry Show brings together thousands of golf industry professionals from around the globe for a week of education, seminars, and exhibitions. This year the Golf Industry... read more →
Although the rainfall here and there is welcomed, the changeable mild weather of late has also unfortunately seen a spike in the risk of the foliar blight form of Anthracnose... read more →
Golfers grade superintendents and greenkeepers on turf quality and surface playability. The primary criteria are color, density, uniformity, texture, and firmness. It can be challenging to keep up with all... read more →