8/9/2021 - By Dr. Jeff Atkinson

In Episode #33 we have the privilege to introduce the newest member of the TurPh.Dudes team, Paul Giordano. As a trained plant pathologist, Paul is a valuable asset to the team. In this episode we discuss Paul’s background, his research into bacterial etiolation and decline, and his experience so far working with the Harrell’s team.  

More about Paul

Dr. Paul Giordano is a Director of Agronomy at Harrell’s, LLC where he began working in June 2021. Dr. Giordano holds a Ph.D. in Plant Pathology from Michigan State University and has worked in turf industry for over 20 years as a greenkeeper, researcher, and manufacturer technical manager helping steward new solutions and technology to the industry. He is responsible for investigating new product opportunities, proprietary product development, and providing technical sales support.

Referenced Papers

Identification, Characterization, and Distribution of Acidovorax avenae subsp. avenae Associated with Creeping Bentgrass Etiolation and Decline

Timing and Frequency Effects of Lightweight Rolling on Dollar Spot Disease in Creeping Bentgrass Putting Greens

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