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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.
Karl Danneberger, Ph.D., shares how seemingly minor agronomic issues in one location wreaks havoc for superintendents in another area. Read more»
The Turf Doc is in! Golfdom Science Editor Karl Danneberger, Ph.D., chronicles the long history of pesticides in the game of golf. Read more»
Golfdom Science Editor Karl Danneberger, Ph.D., reflects on the lessons learned from his experience with a backyard putting green. Read more»
Karl Danneberger, Ph.D., talks about three different types of bentgrass, the history behind them and their uses in niche situations. Read more»
Dr. D explains the importance of the crown of the turfgrass plant and shares some best practices going into winter to protect it. Read more»
Karl Danneberger, Ph.D., reminiscences through photographs about his journeys across the globe in his Wonderful World of Turf. Read more»