Around the Turf Scene

Don’t let sting nematodes damage your greens! Find out what you need to know about curative applications and preventive maintenance.

It is time to think about weeds that you might find difficult to control in warm-season turf.

Red thread is a fungal turfgrass disease that can strike pretty much any time during the year. However, conditions in the spring and fall, which typically include prolonged periods of cool and wet weather, are perfect for red thread. The pathogen prefers conditions that promote slow turf growth, and long periods of cool and wet weather do just that.

The United Nations declared 2020 as the International Year of Plant Health. Had they waited a little longer, I’m sure they would have declared 2020 the year of… Nevertheless, we are in the year of plant health and that means using fungicides effectively.  

Is the bermudagrass you’re managing slow to green up? This is not uncommon.

Summer is an optimal time for Pythium root rot and Pythium root dysfunction outbreaks. By taking cultural and chemical preventions in the spring, you can avert these diseases in the summer.

Thoughts on hydroseeding bluegrass for soccer fields? Past experience, pros and cons? Compared to traditional slit?…

April and May offer a window for fraze mowing, especially now that fields are temporarily unavailable for play. Read about the fraze mowing process and how ATS can help improve the health of your field.

COVID-19 precautionary recommendations permit outdoor activity at open outdoor recreation areas with social distancing. Golf is a safe activity that allows for social distancing with many health and economic benefits.