Updates
The latest research notes, field observations, and announcements from PACE Turf. Page 148 of 250.
- New USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map Members only
February 3, 2012
The USDA last week unveiled a new "Plant Hardiness Zone Map" — the first revision since 1990, and reportedly with…
- Photo of the week: Turf colorants Members only
February 3, 2012
Turf colorants or pigments are being employed at more and more courses as a means of addressing off color and…
- Good new reference on crane flies Members only
January 27, 2012
The larvae of crane flies can inflict serious damage, especially in the cooler climates of the Pacific Northwest, certain portions…
- Photo of the week: Crane flies Members only
January 27, 2012
The adult crane fly, seen here, does not feed on or damage turf. It is the caterpillar–like larvae (known as…
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January 12, 2012
The resources below have been provided for participants of the 2012 Sports Turf Managers Association in support of the demonstrations…
- New Super Journal article on greens firmness Members only
January 7, 2012
Bottom line: Greens firmness was strongly influenced by soil moisture, with wetter soils resulting in decreased firmness. Organic matter levels…
- Photo of the week: Silicon Members only
January 7, 2012
View this video discussion on plusses and minuses of silicon for turf health, and this PACE Turf Reference on Silicon…
- Video Interview with the Experts: Dr. Micah Woods Members only
January 7, 2012
In this video, Dr. Micah Woods of the Asian Turfgrass Center discusses potassium fertilization and soil test interpretation with Dr.…
- December, 2011 Highlights Members only
January 1, 2012
The shortest day, the coldest weather and the biggest holiday of the year always makes December a topsy turvy month.…
- New Super Journal article on ozone and turf quality Members only
December 25, 2011
Bottom line: Can turf quality be improved through the use of irrigation water that has been treated with ozone? Preliminary…