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Here you will find information on the Michigan State University Golf Turfgrass Management program, Sports and Commercial Turf Management programs, as well as the undergraduate and graduate programs.

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The Joe Vargas Endowed Chair in Turfgrass Pathology

The Turfgrass program at Michigan State University is rich in history, tradition, and accolades.

For over 7 decades, our program has fostered students on campus in East Lansing, providing a world class education and opportunities.

Our research programs encompass: golf courses, athletic fields and home lawns, in all aspects including, construction, establishment and management.

 

News

  • Suspect herbicide resistance? Submit weed seeds for screening

    Published on October 19, 2022
    Collect weed seeds September-October to submit for herbicide resistance screening.

  • Attend MSU’s Turf School short course in December

    Published on September 22, 2022
    The MSU Turf School, Dec. 12-15, 2022, is four-day short course designed to teach the basics of turfgrass science as well as the practical techniques of managing turfgrass.

  • Suspected annual bluegrass weevil on golf course in Michigan

    Published on June 13, 2022
    Suspected annual bluegrass weevil has been initially identified on a golf course in southeast Michigan. This is a significant pest for golf course turf, especially annual bluegrass, and if confirmed will be the first occurrence in Michigan.

  • MSU AgBioResearch, Extension to host in-person 2022 field days

    Published on May 27, 2022
    From June to September, MSU AgBioResearch and MSU Extension researchers and outreach specialists will be presenting at field days across the state, covering topics from hops and wheat to dairy and regenerative agriculture.

  • Lawn turf update – May 11, 2022

    Published on May 11, 2022
    Lawns have been slow growing this spring with the unusually cold and wet conditions, but the recent warmup has lawns and weeds springing to life.

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