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Attend MSU’s Turf School short course in December

Published on October 14, 2024
The MSU Turf School, Dec. 9-12, 2024, is a four-day short course designed to teach the basics of turfgrass science as well as the practical techniques of managing turfgrass.
Turf update: Stressful summer for turf on golf courses

Published on August 27, 2024
This was a summer of extremes with soaking rains and high humidity that stressed turf in many areas.
Will my turf recover from recent flooding?

Published on April 10, 2023
Recent rainfall events caused flooding on golf courses, lawns and other turf areas. Depending on how long the turf was submerged and whether soil deposition occurred will determine whether turf survives.
Crabgrass control during a hot summer

Published on June 29, 2022
Crabgrass has been enjoying the high temperatures in Michigan by invading turfgrass areas.
Controlling yellow nutsedge in turfgrass

Published on June 29, 2022
Yellow nutsedge is appearing in turfgrass. This article describes nutsedge and presents control options for homeowners and professional applicators.