Dr. Fred Whitford, Clinical Engagement Professor, Botany and Plant Pathology and Director of Purdue Pesticide Programs, is the 2024 MRTF Distinguished Service Award Winner. The MRTF Distinguished Service Award is the highest honor given by the Midwest Regional Turf Foundation. It is awarded to individuals who have given of themselves through the years for the[Read More…]
There were over 850 pre-registered attendees, including staff and speakers as well as over 340 exhibitors, and over 200 on-site registrations for the 2024 IGE bringing the total attendance to a little over 1,400! The Indiana Green Expo wishes to thank the following Sponsors who assist in alleviating some of the inherent cost of putting[Read More…]
In 2024, the return of our Sustaining Membership option is going very well. We have seen MANY individuals and companies opting to upgrade their membership to provide additional support to the MRTF’s project initiatives and student scholarships. If you have not heard about this upgrade, simply click the link above for all the details. [Read More…]
By Mariah Cashbaugh, Ph.D. student and Dr. Lee Miller – Purdue University Turfgrass pathogens diminish the quality, aesthetics, and utility of turfgrasses. In golf courses, putting greens require careful management to maintain the pristine playing conditions demanded by players. This often involves multiple fungicide applications throughout the season to keep common pathogens under control. Pathogen[Read More…]
It’s hard to believe I’ve been running white grub efficacy trials for this long, but since I’ve started wrangling the data generated from these efforts, some interesting patterns have begun to emerge. I’d like to share these data as I’m able to get them summarized and chopped into bite-sized chunks, and this article marks the[Read More…]
Does the Right Divot Pattern Actually Improve Recovery? Aaron Patton and Naba Amgain Golfers warm-up and practice on driving range tees by hitting various clubs causing severe damage through the creation of multiple divots. Golf course superintendents shift hitting positions on the range tee to provide a fresh surface for the golfers while simultaneously[Read More…]
In 2024, the MRTF will say goodbye (hopefully not forever) to Jim Held and Bryce Poynter, as they retire from the Board of Directors. Both have contributed at a high level to the board throughout the years and we thank them both for their service. Jim Held plans to continue his work with the board,[Read More…]
Doug Richmond Professor and Extension Specialist Entomology Department My applied research and extension program serves Indiana’s professional turfgrass industry. This industry encompasses a large and diverse clientele group that includes golf courses, lawn & landscape businesses, sod producers, parks, athletic fields, product manufacturers, and distributors. I try to use my extension appointment as a listening[Read More…]
January 17-19, 2024 Indiana Green Expo; Indiana Convention Center, Indianapolis, IN Spring, TBA Day of service July 16, 2024 Turf & Landscape Field Day; Daniel Turf Center, West Lafayette, IN August 1, 2024 Lawncare Diagnostic Training; Daniel Turf Center, West Lafayette, IN September 30, 2024 MRTF Golf Day –Fundraiser; Broadmoor Country Club, Indianapolis, IN Fall,[Read More…]
