Perennial broadleaf weeds are a serious problem in both warm and cool season turfgrasses. In this podcast the importance of proper identification, along with control strategies are discussed to effectively combat these weeds. Click on the link below to view the latest presentation. (Requires QuickTime software - download

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Author: David Gardner, Qingfeng Chen, & Francisca Acuna
Dept. of Horticulture and Crop Science
The Ohio State University

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Take-all patch caused by the pathogen Gaeumannomyces graminis var avenae attacks creeping bentgrass roots in the spring and fall with symptoms appearing during summer stress months. In this podcast we look at the symptoms, occurrence, and control of Take-all Patch. Click on the link below to view the latest presentation. (Requires QuickTime software - download)
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Authors: Alejandra Acuna, Aline Fae, Qinfeng Chen, Petra Pohankova & Karl Danneberger
Dept. of Horticulture and Crop Science
The Ohio State University

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Mowing is the most common practice done on golf courses. Mowing height and frequency set the cultural intensity level of that turf. In this podcast we look at an overview of mowing from proper height of cut to type and adjustment of cutting units. Click on the link below to view the latest presentation. (Requires QuickTime software - download)

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Authors: Karl Danneberger, Qingfang Chen, Alejandra Acuno, & Aline Fae
Dept. of Horticulture and Crop Science
The Ohio State University

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Cutworms are serious insect pests on cool and warm season turfgrasses. A general description, life cycle, and control strategies for weevils are discussed in this podcast. Click on the link below to view the latest presentation. (Requires QuickTime software - download)

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Authors: David Shetlar, Qingfeng Chen, Petra Pohankova & Aline Fae
Dept. of Entomology
The Ohio State University

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Crabgrass (Digitaria spp.) is a serious summer annual weed of both warm and cool season turfgrasses. In this podcast the identification and control of crabgrass is discussed. Click on the link below to view the latest presentation. (Requires QuickTime software - download

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Author: Aline Fae, Francisca Acuna, Qingfeng Chen, & David Gardner
Dept. of Horticulture and Crop Science
The Ohio State University

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