Many factors influence turfgrass growth rate. Some are beyond the manager’s control while others are frequently manipulated through normal management. Environmental factors including the recent weather and… Read more “Don’t Let the Tail Wag the Dog”
Author: Bill Kreuser, PhD
Moving Beyond PGR GDD Intervals
For nearly 15 years, Dr. Doug Soldat and I have been creating growing degree day (GDD) models for plant growth regulators (PGRs) and now DMI fungicides. These… Read more “Moving Beyond PGR GDD Intervals”
Be Careful with Fall Growth Regulation
Fall weather is coming, and that should bring changes to your plant growth regulator applications. For over a decade, we’ve known that PGRs – and even DMI… Read more “Be Careful with Fall Growth Regulation”
Mixing PGRs can transform your putting greens
Doug Soldat and I have been developing PGR growing degree day (GDD) models since 2008. These models have helped turfgrass managers understand how clipping yield – a.k.a.… Read more “Mixing PGRs can transform your putting greens”
Soil Organic Matter Models Aid Cultivation Scheduling
Managing soil organic matter (SOM) is a primary concern for turfgrass managers. Unfortunately, changes in SOM through cultivation happen over the course of months and years. This… Read more “Soil Organic Matter Models Aid Cultivation Scheduling”