Fungicide Trials

Members may have noticed the test plots on the 12th blue tee.  These are a continuation of the fungicide trials from last year, conducted by Ron Detweiler, a researcher from thee Michigan State University.  The purpose is to test a multitude of chemical formulations for their effectiveness on a relatively new fungal disease, Waitea.  Waitea, caused by the pathogen waitea circinata var. circinata, appears as thin yellow rings ranging from a few inches in size to a foot.  Research is still in the first stages for this disease and nothing is more applicable to the field than actual field testing, so the crew is happy to let Ron and his assistant Mark perform their work.  Furthering turf grass knowledge is important to the entire golfing community and we hope to have more information on this disease when Ron concludes his study.  Enjoy. 

Mark applying the various chemicals

Mr. Detweiler in the foreground

Tee Times for Turf

The Michigan Turfgrass Foundation is starting it's annual Tee Times for Turf benefit program, April 28th and runs through the 12th of May.  Golf courses around the Midwest offer tee times that are placed on auction, with all the proceeds going to turfgrass research.  This is a great way to further the advancement of turfgrass knowledge and all donations are tax deductible.  There are excellent clubs offered this year and great deals are possible so please visit this link; Tee Times 4 Turf if you are interested in bidding or want more information.  Enjoy.