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About Karl Danneberger, Ph.D.
Karl Danneberger, Ph.D., is a professor in the department of horticulture and crop science at The Ohio State University. He is author of the popular The Turf Doc column that appears monthly in Golfdom. Karl writes on topics ranging from Poa annua to pest control.
Posts by Karl Danneberger, Ph.D.
Golfdom columnist Karl Danneberger, Ph.D., describes the ins and outs of cold hardiness of turfgrass and how to avoid turf stress in the winter. Read more»
Karl Danneberger, Ph.D., discusses how the golf course world needs to focus on the values of diversity, equity and inclusion to attract a diverse workforce. Read more»
Supply issues have affected many industries throughout the pandemic and is hitting the golf course industry resulting in limited supply and rising costs. Read more»
Karl Danneberger, Ph.D., describes the extent of the fall armyworm invasion in various parts of the U.S. that had not previously experienced the pest. Read more»
Only 7 percent of the water used in Las Vegas is for golf courses. Karl Danneberger, Ph.D., looks at how water cuts could affect courses in the future. Read more»
Karl Danneberger, Ph.D., explains the parallels between classic car and golf course restoration and the key to successful renovation. Read more»