News
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Warm, dry weather causes heat tracking in lawns
Published on June 26, 2020
Mowers and other repetitive movement can leave tracks on lawns during hot, dry weather.
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How to choose and when to apply grub control products for your lawn
Published on May 22, 2020
Not all the grub control products on store shelves will be effective this spring. Here’s how to choose and use the right one for your lawn.
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Reduced maintenance on athletic fields and lawns due to novel coronavirus
Published on March 30, 2020
Turfgrass management considerations for athletic fields and home lawns during the “Stay Home, Stay Safe” executive order.
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Crabgrass control during a hot summer
Published on July 8, 2019
Crabgrass has been enjoying the high temperatures in Michigan by invading turfgrass areas.
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Spartan Stadium getting new playing surface for 2019 season
Published on April 15, 2019
The upcoming project, which will begin April 15 and is set to finish by June 15, will replace the current modular field system with a conventional grass field.
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Attend MSU’s Turf School short course in December
Published on October 27, 2017
The MSU Turf School, Dec. 11-14, 2017, is a week-long course designed to teach the basics of turfgrass science as well as the practical techniques of managing turfgrass.
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Hot, dry weather impacts fall turfgrass management
Published on October 3, 2017
Weed, disease and insect control and fertilizer applications are all being affected by the hot, dry weather in September.
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How to get Michigan Commercial Pesticide Applicator Certification
Published on August 24, 2017
Review this guide for important requirements, helpful manuals and test information needed to qualify for Michigan Commercial Pesticide Applicator Certification.
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MSU Turfgrass Field Day to take place Aug. 16, 2017
Published on June 29, 2017
The MSU Turfgrass Field Day includes presentations and workshops covering golf, lawn and athletic field research.
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Improved degree-day maps on Enviroweather
Published on April 19, 2017
New maps provide more accurate and extensive growing degree-day information to users making pest and crop decisions.
