Turfgrass Extension Specialist @OSUturf丨The Ohio State University

Columbus, OH
Joined December 2010
Registration for the OSU Turfgrass Research and Education Field Day on August 4 is LIVE. ohioturfgrass.org/page/OSUTu… Will we see you there?
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Visit a natural grass sports field at a local park or school. High-quality community sports fields are often well funded. Best management practices require adequate funding, labor, and time. Widespread improvement will result from aligned expectations and resources.
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Have you attended an OSU Turfgrass Field Day—or not yet? We want to hear why. Take our 3‑min survey ⬇️⬇️⬇️ forms.cloud.microsoft/r/YtHM…
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Registration is LIVE for the 2025 OTF Conference & Show! Lock in your $50 Early Bird savings today. Important: We've updated the schedule! Swipe to see the new layout—the main event days have shifted to Wednesday/Thursday this year. Register NOW ⬇️⬇️⬇️

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@TylerTalksTurf from @OSU_ATI_Turf quantified the impacts of cultivar, irrigation practices, and soil texture on Kentucky bluegrass performance. Soil texture only impacted turf colour when irrigating at low ET replacement (40%). #ITRC25
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A new management guide has been published that covers strategies to prevent and recover from zoysiagrass winterkill doi.org/10.1002/cft2.70050 @TylerTalksTurf @HutchensWendell @PurdueTurfDoc @Ross_Braun @ArkansasTurf @danimcfadden34
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The March Buckeye Turf Newsletter is here! Get expert insights on: 🚶 Managing early spring traffic 🏡 Lawn care tips for spring ❄️ Recovering from snow mold 🌾 Timing annual grassy weed control

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OTF has two upcoming events to help turf professionals at every level! Swipe through to find the best fit for you & your team. 👇 Spring Tee Off – February 26, 2025 🔗ohioturfgrass.org/event/25Sp… Leadership Academy – March 5, 2025 🔗ohioturfgrass.org/event/25Le… Register Now!
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Event Registration is OPEN! Which one should you attend? (A thread) 🧵 Spring Tee Off - Feb 26 -For seasonal employees & crews in lawn care, golf course maintenance or sports field management. OTF Leadership Academy - Mar 5 -For leaders and managers in the industry
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❗️Spring Tee Off is NEXT WEEK❗️ Register now for Spring Tee Off on Wednesday, February 26! This event includes Turfgrass 101 and General Pest Management tracks. 📍Nationwide and Ohio Farm Bureau 4-H Center, 2201 Fred Taylor Drive, Columbus, OH 43210 🖱️ohioturfgrass.org/event/25Sp…
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Tyler Carr retweeted
We're shining a spotlight on our incredible Ohio chapter! The @Ohioturfgrass Foundation has been key in advancing turfgrass management and creating sustainable sports fields across the state.Join us in celebrating their commitment to excellence and innovation in turf care!
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New on Buckeye Turf! 🔬 2024 low-input bentgrass trial results ❄️ Winterkill: What it looks like & why it happened 🌿 Top weed management issues of the year 🐛 Strange & unusual turf pests—new & familiar

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Great morning with some outstanding researchers as we previewed our upcoming seminar on winterkill at the @FieldExperts Conference. Watch the preview below and join us on January 16th in Palm Springs! @TylerTalksTurf @HutchensWendell @OSU_Turf youtu.be/3c5F5OBStIg?feature…
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The November Buckeye Turf Newsletter is here! Must-read articles: 🦟 Giant “mosquitoes” in your lawn? 🌿 P = pigments, not phosphorus 🍂 Rethinking fall fertilization 🌱 Fall seeding tips during drought 🌾 Top weed management issues of 2024

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The first Buckeye Turf Newsletter is out! This month’s must-read articles: 🌿 Timing for perennial broadleaf weed control 🛠️ Fall coring tips 🐛 Managing crown & root-feeding pests ☀️ How much light do shaded lawns need? 🌧️ Post-rain insights: Are we clear? Read more ⬇️⬇️⬇️

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Grateful for the opportunity to speak with @TylerTalksTurf to a large group of Sports Field Managers, members, and partners of @OhioStma and @OhioTurfgrass. Thanks to all of those who supported and attended the event. Never be too busy to learn, grow, and network!
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Also, thanks to our speakers today. Dr. Dave Gardner, @TylerTalksTurf @Grassybrit @rtdemayturf @mduncan_DLFPS
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Not my usual grass crop of study, but did enjoy learning about #turfgrass at today's @OhioStma fall meeting from the OSU turf team -@Grassybrit @TylerTalksTurf @OSU_HortCropSci David Gardner
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The rain is welcome, even with a side of hail.
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