Dr. Rick Latin of Purdue University (retired) explains how fungicides work, why they work, and why sometimes they do not. Topics are addressed from a practical perspective and emphasize how this information benefits turf managers. Specific topics covered in this 90-minute presentation include: How fungicides move in the plant and in the turf profile. How […]
Wendell Hutchens, Ph.D., of the University of Arkansas discuss strategies for recovering from winter damage on warm-season turfgrass. The presenter discusses the types of areas that are typically susceptible to winter injury, how to identify potential damage in advance and how to treat affected areas afterward. This presentation addresses recovery plans ranging from recovery from […]
Beth Guertal, Ph.D., discusses how nitrogen and phosphorus can be lost from the golf course environment, and what superintendents can do to reduce those losses and risks to the surrounding environment. The presentation covers all the benefits that an intact turfgrass system offers for lessened sediment, water and nutrient loss. Viewers will come away with […]
Dave Zinkand of Zinkand Golf Design discusses innovative practices that promote eco-friendly golf courses. Learn how to reduce environmental impacts, promote biodiversity, and implement water conservation techniques to create more sustainable golf courses. This webinar is for golf course superintendents committed to environmental responsibility, elevating aesthetics and adopting ecologically sensitive practices. By integrating sustainability into […]
Brad Jakubowski of Penn State discusses the importance of troubleshooting a golf course irrigation system to ensure it functions properly. In an interactive, format that includes live, on-site demonstrations, the discussion includes tips to determine whether your irrigation system is working properly and how to remedy any issues revealed through testing to ensure accurate and […]
In this TurfNet University webinar sponsored by Lebanon Turf, Herb Stevens and Garrett Bastardi, founders of T3 Golf, focus on nationwide weather patterns for the remainder of the summer. The presenters discuss what current conditions as well as the various long-term weather predicting models they will affect the weather conditions through summer and heading into […]
In this TurfNet University webinar presented by Lebanon Turf, Nathaniel Mitkowski, Ph.D., of the University of Rhode Island discusses some common summer turfgrass diseases and other causes of stress. This webinar includes how to identify and diagnose these diseases, how to prevent them and how to treat and recover from them once they manifest. The […]
Cory Blair, CGCS, sales and business development manager for CapillaryFlow, discusses the ABC's of bunker management and construction. His talk includes how to rebuild bunkers as part of a restoration or renovation project, as well as tips for building bunkers during new course construction. The presenter also discusses how to stabilize bunkers and prevent washouts […]
In this TurfNet University webinar sponsored by Lebanon Turf, Terri Billeisen, Ph.D., of North Carolina State University discusses the fall armyworms and how to manage them. The discussion includes the lifecycle of the fall army worm, their native range, their migratory habits and how they actually get from Point A to Point B. The presenter […]
In this TurfNet University webinar sponsored by Lebanon Turf, Kevin Frank, Ph.D., of Michigan State reviews the causes of winterkill and discusses management practices to implement this fall that might help superintendents minimize damage on golf course turf. Preventive measures such as cultural practices that include fertilizer applications, sand topdressing, adjusting mowing height and core […]