News

  • Turfgrass Field Day Showcases PSM Science

    Published on August 14, 2023
    It was a beautiful day on the green for hundreds of guests, staff, and researchers who enjoyed brilliant presentations, lunch al fresco, and ample sunshine.

  • Lawn turf update - July 6, 2023

    Published on July 6, 2023
    Lawns have recovered following the dry conditions the last couple months but now many diseases are appearing.

  • Pain in the grass: Bermudagrass

    Published on June 8, 2023
    Tackling bermudagrass in a residential lawn can be daunting. Learn more about the biology and management strategies.

  • Surviving the dry spell: MSU Extension's drought website provides vital resources

    Published on June 8, 2023
    Drought conditions are always troubling, but MSU Extension resources are available to help producers and landowners make the best management decisions for them.

  • Pain in the grass: Tall fescue

    Published on May 23, 2023
    Not all weedy grasses are crabgrass. Tall fescue is one of the top grassy weed complaints received by MSU Extension and MSU Plant & Pest Diagnostics each year.

  • Tips to toss the moss from your lawn

    Published on May 10, 2023
    Frustrated with moss in your lawn? Understand why and then consider a range of management options.

  • Lawn turf update - May 4, 2023

    Published on May 4, 2023
    Lawns have been slow growing this spring with the unusually cold and wet weather but the forecasted warmup by the end of the week will have lawns and weeds springing to life.

  • Spring lawn care tips for shoreline homeowners

    Published on April 21, 2023
    Healthy lawns can help slow and filter surface runoff; it is also important to understand turf maintenance can affect water quality, especially fertilizer and pesticide applications.

  • Still time to report large or significant water use

    Published on April 14, 2023
    Agricultural water users in both Indiana and Michigan have until at least June 1 to report their water use for water sources with the capacity to pump 70 gallons per minute or greater.

  • Will my turf recover from recent flooding?

    Published on April 10, 2023
    Recent rainfall events caused flooding on golf courses, lawns and other turf areas. Depending on how long the turf was submerged and whether soil deposition occurred will determine whether turf survives.