Tag: turfgrass disease

Mike Kenna, Ph. D.

Researchers from Clemson University evaluate fungicides that reduce spring dead spot in fairway bermudagrass

September 25, 2024 By
In the fall of 2019, they initiated the study at Florence Country Club in Florence, S.C., on a bermudagrass fairway constructed on sandy loam soil. ...

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Combined with its ability to grow low to the ground, kyllinga's multiple ways of spreading make it a pesky weed for golf course superintendents. (Photo: Peter Landschoot, Ph.D.)

Turf Pest of the Month: What superintendents need to know about identifying and controlling kyllinga

September 23, 2024 By
Kyllinga is a perennial weed and a persistent one at that, making it a recurring foe for golf course superintendents. ...

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Photo: Virginia Tech University

Off the Record: NC State researchers lead charge in spring dead spot prevention studies

September 20, 2024 By
Advances in drone mapping and precision sprayers are improving the ability to prevent spring dead spot in a more targeted, cost-effective and sustainable manner. ...

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Mike Kenna, Ph. D.

Off the Record: Debunking three myths about microorganisms on putting greens

June 24, 2024 By
Kenna shares results from twenty-five years ago when the USGA researched microorganisms found within putting greens. ...

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If left untreated for too long, anthracnose can lead to mass destruction of turf on areas like putting greens. (Photo: James Kerns)

Turf Pest of the Month: Stopping plant collapse from anthracnose

March 22, 2024 By
Experts share the warning signs of anthracnose and how to stop it. ...

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Consistent fungicide applications are key to both the prevention and control of yellow tuft on golf courses. (Photo: Syngenta)

How superintendents can prevent and control yellow tuft

January 29, 2024 By
Experts suggest to focus on poorly-drained areas while also applying fungicides. ...

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