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Two-Minute Turf Extension Video: Aerification Impacts

Dani McFadden, Ph.D. student in Horticulture and Natural Resources, is conducting research on the impact aerification on zoysia thatch reduction and root development. This research is presented in greater detail in the

K-State 2022 Turfgrass Research Report:  CLICK HERE TO READ

Dani summarizes results of the research in this two-minute extension video:

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Two-Minute Turf Extension Video: Impact of Nitrogen on Weed Encroachment

This new blog video gives an update on a research project, a turf-related issue, or current concerns in the turf industry.  Each one will be approximately 2 minutes long – you’ll see one periodically!

On this video, the first one, see the impact of nitrogen fertilization on crabgrass encroachment in a field project at the Olathe Horticulture Center.  This study is being done at several universities in the north central U.S. including Iowa State, Michigan State, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota State, Ohio State, and Wisconsin.  Most are looking at weeds in cool-season grasses, but you’ll hear about bermudagrass here.

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K-State’s Sodcast: Interview with Trevor Vance, Sr. Director, Groundskeeping, Kansas City Royals

 

 

 

 

 

Trevor Vance has been with the Royals for 38 years, and has served for 28 years as Director of Groundskeeping.  Trevor followed the path of George Toma, who is nationally famous for his sports turf management skills.  Trevor answers questions regarding the management strategies he uses at Kauffman Stadium, the most difficult issues he deals with, and the most rewarding aspects of the profession.  CLICK HERE TO SEE THE INTERVIEW.