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Check out John Kaminski's blog: Turf Diseases

GCI Staff | June 7, 2010

Turf Diseases is an amazing collaborative effort between six plant pathologists around the country who give frequent and insightful updates on the fun world of fungi in their areas.

John Kaminski of Penn State is the ringleader and most frequent poster, but look for contributions from Megan Kennelly (Kansas State), Jim Kerns (Wisconsin), Lane tate) and Frank Wong (U.C. Riverside) as well. This is a MUST BOOKMARK blog for any superintendent who wants to keep on top of disease management (which pretty much includes all of you!).
 

Top news

Demystify fairy ring

There’s nothing magical about fairy ring on a golf course.

Ask the expert: Five tips for dealing with fairy ring

Dr. Jill Calabro, field market development specialist for Valent Professional Products, lists key facts about fairy ring and top tips for controlling this tough disease.

Solid strategy

Fairy ring is a tough opponent, but planning ahead means better control.

No fairy tale

Fairy ring has been a long-time nuisance for golf course superintendents. Researchers Dr. Lane Tredway and Dr. Lee Miller discuss their recent findings.

A salty situation

The Old Collier Golf Club’s brackish water supply forced staff to get creative in figuring out the course’s irrigation needs.