• White Grubs in New Sod: What Do I Do?

    Published on February 18, 2016
    When new sod is put on a lawn, it is not unusual to find some white grubs in loose soil on the flat bed of the truck or in the sod as it is put down.

  • Turf Tips for the Homeowner: European Chafer

    Published on February 8, 2018
    Information on the European Chafer and how it affects your home.

  • Sod webworm: Tips for your lawn

    Published on May 15, 2017
    Tip and tricks for managing and dealing with sod webworms on your lawn.

  • The Anatomy of a Soil Test Report

    Published on March 9, 2023
    A summary of how to understand a soil test report to help you best understand and analyze the results to make effective farm management and soil fertility decisions.

  • European chafer: Tips for your lawn

    Published on May 12, 2017
    Tips and tricks on managing European chafer on your lawn.

  • Black Cutworms

    Published on June 8, 2015
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  • MSU Diagnostics Lab

    Published on March 15, 2012
    Michigan State University Diagnostic Services specializes in plant pathology, entomology, nematology and weed science work as a team to diagnose plant health and pest-related problems.

  • 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.

  • A Field Guide To Soil Sampling

    Published on October 13, 2022
    Soil sampling is a foundational step to make effective farm management and soil fertility decisions. This step-by-step field guide is a summary of best practices and recommendations for composite soil sampling to help you do just that.

  • Chinch bug: Tips for your lawn

    Published on April 14, 2017
    Advice on dealing with chinch bug on your lawn.

  • Japanese beetle: Tips for your lawn

    Published on May 16, 2017
    Tips and advice on managing japanese beetle in your lawn.

  • Crabgrass Control in Home Lawns

    Published on May 28, 2015
    Homeowners and professionals alike spend a lot of time and money trying to eliminate crabgrass from their turfgrass stands. Numerous products for crabgrass control are widely available.

  • Cultivation of Lawns

    Published on May 28, 2015
    Soil compaction, soil layering and excessive thatch buildup are common problems on home lawns in Michigan.

  • Mowing Lawn Turf

    Published on June 8, 2015
    Mowing is the most basic practice for maintaining lawn turf. Mowing performed at the correct height and frequency is essential to the health and density of the stand. Removing leaf tips induces plants to form new sprouts, increasing stand density.

  • Optimizing Cultural Practices to Improve Athletic Field Performance

    Published on May 28, 2015
    Turfgrass researchers have long extolled the benefits of proper mowing and fertilization practices to maintain vigorous and healthy turfgrass surfaces.

  • Phosphorus and Home Lawns

    Published on February 18, 2016
    One of the primary contaminants of surface water in Michigan is phosphorus. The contribution of phosphorus from urban landscapes has been identified as a significant input for many watersheds in lower Michigan.

  • Performance of Fineleaf Fescue Cultivars and Selections in Michigan 2004-2006

    Published on November 23, 2015
    Five species of fescue, chewings fescue, strong creeping red fescue, slender creeping red fescue, hard fescue and sheep fescue, are all commonly identified by their fine leaf texture.

  • Maintaining Waterfront Turf to Preserve Water Quality

    Published on May 28, 2015
    This document focuses on turf tips.

  • Integrated Pest Management for Home Lawns

    Published on May 28, 2015
    An integrated guide for pest management of home lawns.

  • Managing Yard Waste to Preserve Water Quality

    Published on June 8, 2015
    In 1994, a law banned grass clippings, tree leaves, branches and twigs from all landfills in Michigan. These items are considered yard waste, and prior to 1994, it accounted for approximately 20 to 25 percent of Michigan’s throwaway trash.