Displaying 31 to 45 of 45 Publications
Dollar Spot in Golf Course Turf
EP131
Dollar spot is caused by the fungus Sclerotinia homoeocarpa. In putting greens or low-cut lawn, the disease appears as small sunken patches of brown turf. 3-page, color.Published Date: Nov 2007
Commercial Management of Brown Patch of Cool-season Turfgrasses
EP146
This publication describes how to identify and manage brown patch in lawns and golf courses. 4-page, full color.Revision Date: Sep 2015
Anthracnose of Bentgrass and Annual Bluegrass Putting Greens
EP147
Learn how to identify and treat Anthracnose in turfgrass. 4-page, full color.Revision Date: Jul 2015
Fairy Rings in Turfgrass
EP155
Fairy rings are caused by fungi, including mushrooms and puffballs. Fairy rings in taller-cut turf usually do not cause severe damage. Mushrooms can be removed by mowing or raking. 3-page, color.Revision Date: Jul 2015
How to Hire an Irrigation Contractor
by Cathie Lavis
MF3111
Homeowner tips: questions to ask and guarantees included in a typical contract. 2-page, color.Published Date: Sep 2013
Common Sense Pest Control: Yard Care and the Environment
MF2135
This fact sheet describes a variety of non-chemical methods of pest control. It also provides tips for using pesticides in an environmentally sound way. Topics include integrated pest management, cultural, biological, mechanical, and chemical control. 4 p.Revision Date: Nov 2012
Green June Beetle: Insect Pest of Turfgrass
MF3600
This fact sheet provides information on the biology and plant damage associated with green June beetles. Management strategies and control. 4 pages, color.Published Date: Mar 2022
Fall Armyworm: Insect Pest of Turfgrass
MF3595
This fact sheet provides information on the biology and plant damage associated with fall armyworms. Management strategies are also discussed. 2 pages, color.Published Date: Jan 2022
Grub Management in Turfgrass Using Insecticides
MF3439
Life cycle, behavior, and turfgrass damage caused by common grub species found in Kansas. Addresses factors that influence insecticide effectiveness and offers recommendations for control. 4-page, color.Published Date: Jan 2019
Turfgrass Insects: Home and Horticultural Pests
MF2901
Information to help identify and manage common insect pests of turfgrass in Kansas. 8-page, color.Revision Date: Apr 2015
Turf Pest Control, Category 3B
S20
Maintenance and production of turfgrass including lawns, golf courses, turf farms. Publication covers turf diseases, weeds, pests, environmental issues, and other causes of poor turf. Includes information for identification and control of fungi, weeds, turf insects, and wildlife, including skunks, moles, and gophers. Integrated pest management and pesticide safety education. Color, 68 pages.Revision Date: Sep 2013
Seguridad al Cortar y Podar el Césped: Spanish: Mowing and Trimming Safety
MF2714S
This booklet teaches important safety practices to follow when mowing with agricultural mowers,riding lawn mowers, walk-behind mowers, string trimmers and brush trimmers. 44-page, b/w.Published Date: Apr 2006
Mowing and Trimming Safety for the Landscaping and Horticultural Services Industry
MF2714
This booklet teaches important safety practices to follow when mowing with agricultural mowers, riding lawn mowers walk behind mowers string trimmers and brush trimmers. 44-page, b/w.Revision Date: Oct 2009
Grass Recycling
by Robert I. Neier Charles W. Marr
EP10
Up to 25 percent of your lawn’s fertilizer needs are supplied by clippings left on the lawn. Clippings do not contribute to thatch. Save time, money, landfill space by leaving clippings on lawn.Published Date: May 1995
Watering Your Lawn
MF2059
Suggestions for homeowners on maintaining a healthy, attractive lawn while conserving water. 4-page, color.Revision Date: Apr 2018
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