Features

TPI to honor USGA Green Section Research Director Mike Kenna, Ph.D.

December 14, 2015By Jim Novak

Turfgrass Producers International has named Mike Kenna, Ph.D., director of USGA Green Section Research, the recipient of TPI’s Distinguished Service Award. Kenna will be presented the award during the association’s Annual Business Meeting on Feb. 23 in Houston, Texas. The recipient is selected by TPI’s past presidents and from nominations submitted by TPI members. The award serves to recognize an individual for exceptional devotion of... read more

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Pendulum for turfgrass regulations can swing both ways

November 18, 2015By Jim Novak

The pendulum can swing two ways when it comes to turfgrass regulations, and sometimes they’re both in the wrong direction. When I read that a governing body wants to ban lawns based on misinformation or pressure from outside interests for quick-fix solutions I’m quick to come to the defense of turfgrass and lawns, mostly because of all the environmental benefits... read more

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[Infographic] How to save water and have a healthy lawn, too

October 16, 2015By Jim Novak

The USDA’s recent drought monitor suggests that recent wet weather in southern and eastern California and western and northern Nevada did little if anything to offset the long-term drought people have endured. The latest U.S. Drought Monitor provided by the USDA’s National Drought Mitigation Center suggests that the rain may have helped suppress the number of wildfires that usually impact... read more

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Getting the message out:
The Lawn Institute gives drought tips on air

September 1, 2015By Jim Novak

Melanie Stanton, executive director of The Lawn Institute, traveled to California and appeared on two morning TV shows to address lawn care and offer advice to Californians as they continue to face severe drought conditions. Stanton appeared on “Good Day Sacramento” with co-host Cody Stark on KMAX-TV and was featured on KCRA-TV with reporter Deirdre Fitzpatrick in a segment titled,... read more

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TPI 2015 Live Show & Tell proves successful

August 13, 2015By Jim Novak

It was billed as the TPI 2015 Live Show & Tell, held July 9–11 in Portland, Ore., and the Turfgrass Producers International event proved to exceed the expectations of the more than 80 turfgrass producers and industry representatives. The two-day educational tour included visits to numerous locations just outside of Portland, including: Pure Seed, the global leader in research, development and production of... read more

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