Could microwaves be the new weed control? September 2024 Research suggests low-frequency microwaves could fry weed seeds.
Annual bluegrass perennially tenacious March 2024 Annual bluegrass possesses both an annual and perennial lifecycle at the same time.
Exploring weed-suppression potential of fine fescues February 2024 Researchers examined the influence of Festuca species on weed seed germination percentage, speed and root length.
Improving poa annua management practices with gene sequencing January 2024 Researchers screened for resistance to as many as 11 unique herbicides and plant growth retardants based on regional use patterns and collaborator participation.
Can pond dredging be a soil amendment? September 2023 Recent research looks at the pros and cons of using dredged material to enrich soil and improve drainage.
Verdure: Nothing trivial about Poa trivialis control September 2023 Rough bluegrass (Poa trivialis) and annual bluegrass (Poa annua) are the most troublesome weeds in turf.
Cutting Edge: Tall fescue salt rooting, yellow nutsedge herbicide response June 2023 Researchers highlight studies on turf and troublesome weeds.
Verdure: False-green kyllinga weed control May 2023 In parts of the U.S., false-green kyllinga has become an invasive weed in turfgrass sites.
Canada thistle control in fine fescue rough May 2023 Evaluating five herbicides for spring and summer control of the aggressive broadleaf weed.
Natural alternatives for annual bluegrass control December 2021 Are there any truly viable nonchemical options for Poa annua control in high-value turf? Researchers put 11 alternative treatments to the test.
Weed control in minimal- and no-mow golf course roughs November 2021 To help superintendents eradicate weeds without injuring desirable plants, researchers evaluated 11 rough grasses for their tolerance to three postemergence herbicides.
Weed control in turfgrass: Alternatives to conventional herbicides January 2021 Turf managers may not always be able to rely on synthetic herbicides for combating weeds. Scientists outline several non-chemical strategies, including cultural practices and organic products.
Poa annua: Alternative control options December 2020 Lemon juice for Poa control? In the quest for non-herbicidal treatments, researchers tested several outside-the-box options. Here’s how they fared.
Fraise mowing for annual bluegrass control October 2020 The cultivation practice shows promise as a non-herbicidal means of annual bluegrass control. Researchers assessed its impacts and feasibility for golf turf managers.
Fine fescues on golf courses: Biotic stresses September 2020 An overview of the weed, disease and insect pressures that can afflict fine fescues, tolerance differences among taxa, and pest management strategies.
Verdure: It’s resistant October 2019 Annual sedge has become resistant to ALS-inhibiting herbicides. Researchers examined the level of resistance and how it developed.
Poa annua: A plan of action October 2019 A $5.7 million research project is aiming to provide a clearer picture of Poa annua herbicide resistance, establish BMPs for Poa control, and deliver new support tools.
Natural weed suppression in fine fescues March 2019 University of Minnesota scientists detail their work evaluating fine fescue species for the plants’ ability to suppress crabgrass.
Verdure: Let’s go organic February 2019 A fresh look at the findings from one of the rare studies on organic turfgrass management.
Poa annua control: A perpetually moving target August 2018 Herbicide-resistant Poa annua populations have researchers rethinking best control strategies.