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MSU Turfgrass Research Update 2017

Published on May 1, 2018
Dollar spot continues to be among the most important diseases on golf course turf in terms of the percentage of golf course pesticide/fertilizer budgets that are spent to control it.
Smart lawn care to protect pollinators

Published on January 25, 2017
Whether you choose weed-free or a more relaxed approach to your lawn, here are some practices that will keep it bee-friendly.

How to identify and manage take-all patch

Published on September 23, 2026
Preventive control is the key to managing take-all patch in turfgrass.
New to Agriculture? We’ve got a guide for you!

Published on September 10, 2026
The Beginning Farmer Resource and Decision-Making Guide is now available from Michigan State University Extension and the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
Turfgrass establishment following a hot, dry summer

Published on September 9, 2026
Hot, dry summer conditions can damage lawns and leave thin or dead turfgrass areas that may benefit from overseeding.