Mississippi Turfgrass Association | Fall 2022
This issue covers the origins of turfgrass. Also previews the Deep South Turf Expo, gives the 411 on Fall Armyworms and much more!
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Save the date for the MTA Turfgrass Road Show on 01/13/2023 at EMCC Lion Hills Center & Golf Club.
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By Jay McCurdy Ph.D. | Associate Professor, Turfgrass Extension Specialist • Department of Plant & Soil Sciences • Mississippi State University
The first known use of the word turf occurs before the 12th century and refers to the “upper stratum of soil bound by grass” (Merriam-Webster, 2022). Objectively, turf only exists in human-maintained systems; however, the species comprising various turf scenarios...
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By Terri Billeisen, Ph.D. | Turfgrass Entomology Lab, North Carolina State University
As fall armyworm season gets fully underway, it is a good idea to review important aspects of fall armyworm biology and how these affect our approaches to management.
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By Terri Billeisen, Ph.D. | Turfgrass Entomology Lab, North Carolina State University
Compiled from inquiries in 2021, these are the most frequently asked questions about Fall Armyworm…
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Mark your calendar for the Mississippi State Turfgrass Research Field Day on September 22, 2022 in Starkville, MS.
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By Melanie Bonds | ATA Executive Director
The Deep South Turf Expo Board and staff have made a few significant changes to the activities this year!
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Congratulations to the winning teams and individuals at the 2022 Yard Dawg Classic!
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