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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.

How to draw former golfers back with the moment of anticipation Posted on 04 Dec 2015 in the Columns categories.

This past year I bought a 1969 Pontiac Firebird. I didn’t buy it because I had some deep passion, although I did have a ’67 Camaro 327 in high school. Read more»

A call to duty: USGA Green Section a blessing for the golf industry Posted on 13 Nov 2015 in the Columns & Research categories.

In 1920, Inverness Country Club, Toledo, Ohio, played host to the U.S. Open. At the time, the greens chairman complained about — or maybe brought to light — the lack Read more»

A call to duty Posted on 06 Nov 2015 in the Columns & People categories.

In 1920, Inverness Country Club, Toledo, Ohio, played host to the U.S. Open. At the time, the greens chairman complained about — or maybe brought to light — the lack Read more»

Turfgrass research facilities: The core of the program Posted on 15 Oct 2015 in the Columns categories.

Turfgrass research field days are exciting times for university turfgrass programs. They are days when faculty, staff and students get to show off a little of what they know and Read more»

Fall’s protocol: How to set the foundation for the following year Posted on 23 Sep 2015 in the Columns & Maintenance categories.

Fall is an important time for promoting turf recovery, improving plant health and setting the foundation for the following year. Read more»

Anthracnose: A chronic problem Posted on 05 Aug 2015 in the Columns & Research categories.

An article appeared in the June issue of Golfdom entitled, “The 2015 Fungicide Survey.” The survey asked superintendents, “What is the most difficult disease to control?” The answer by far Read more»