Tag: turfgrass disease

Photo: Nathan Waler, Ph.D., Oklahoma State University, EPP-7665

Spring disappointment with spring dead spot

September 25, 2023 By
This fungal disease can lead to significant damage and economic losses on golf courses if uncontrolled. ...

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Kyllinga. (Photo: Peter Landschoot)

Turf Pest of the Month: How you can stop the spread of kyllinga

September 21, 2023 By
Kyllinga is a particularly pesky turf pest in the Northeast, affecting areas as far north as Connecticut and as far west as Pennsylvania. ...

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This field study evaluated the effects of hollow-tine aerification with drench applications of dish soap. (Photo: Zane Raudenbush, Ph. D.)

Turf Pest of the Month: How scouting for silvery thread moss can prevent bigger issues

July 20, 2023 By
A foe of cool-season putting greens, silvery thread moss can spread easily and turn a small patch into an outbreak on your course. ...

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Fungicide effectiveness for disease control on creeping bentgrass fairways

April 27, 2023 By and
Researchers share their findings from three fungicide trials they conducted to evaluate preventive dollar spot and brown patch control. ...

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Being proactive matters when managing necrotic ring spot. Experts say it’s crucial to treat turf before signs of damage appear. (Photo: Syngenta)

Industry experts share why prevention is key to managing necrotic ring spot

April 21, 2023 By
Industry experts say in order to get a leg up on necrotic ring spot, superintendents should reduce irrigation and maintain higher mowing heights. ...

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(Photo: Bruce Martin)

Taking a look at a new option for nematode management in turfgrass

Experts share how fluazaindolizine, a chemical nematicide, can help supers tackle plant-parasitic nematodes in turfgrass. ...

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