Turfgrass Science

By Gary Deters

Like most turfgrass areas, a high percentage of our research plots need to be mowed consistently. Our creeping bentgrass research golf greens are cut at 0.125” and the task requires a special mower and reel setup. Many plots are cut at 2.5” to 3.5” with a push or riding mower, similar to what is used by a typical homeowner. So, with all the research plots and mowers we have, you might think we have everything we need to get the job done. In most cases that is true, but for a new trial conducted by members of the turf group, we had a bit of a problem.

Members of our team will be giving talks at Northern Green, a trade show and conference dedicated to green industry professionals.  Register now for this worthwhile event!

Northern Green
January 11-13, 2022
Minneapolis Convention Center
REGISTRATION

This year’s presentations from our team include:

University of Minnesota Turfgrass Research Update

Eric Watkins
Wednesday, January 12, 7:30 AM - 8:20 AM

By Jonathan Cors

Several years ago a previous member of our lab, Garett Heineck, wrote an article explaining Round-up Ready Kentucky bluegrass, which was the first release of a turfgrass that was genetically modified to have glyphosate herbicide resistance. The article does a great job explaining genetically modified turfgrass, as well as its uses, issues, and why it’s largely not currently sold.

By Michael Barnes

By Dominic Christensen