Nanobubble research study finds possible improvements to turfgrass systems
The study evaluates the use of nanobubble technology on turfgrass systems to potentially improve soil health and sustainability. read more
North Carolina State University releases fast-establishing, low-maintenance turfgrass
Researchers say Lobo Zoysiagrass is unique because it is fast to establish, drought-tolerant and maintains good color and quality under very low inputs. read more
Researchers studying water conservation using artificial intelligence
University of Georgia researchers are studying how to use artificial intelligence to better manager turfgrass irrigation. read more
Purdue University and EnP release study on amino acid uptake in turfgrass
A study conducted by Purdue University and EnP Investments provides evidence that amino acids exogenously applied to turfgrass foliage can be rapidly absorbed and serve as stable sources of precursor molecules to be integrated into the metabolism of the plant. The data also suggests that intact amino acids are taken up by turfgrass foliage rather than being mineralized into other... read more
$3 million allocated for turfgrass research
The USDA-Agricultural Research Service (ARS) received $3M in new funding for federal turfgrass research in the FY20 Federal Appropriations bill. This is a 400-percent increase from $1M annually. This new funding is allocated for research in turfgrass genomics, water-efficient grasses and systems, and ecosystem services. Genomics is the study, understanding and mapping of the genomes of major turfgrass species. Understanding... read more
