12/7/2021 - By Dr. Jeff Atkinson

In Episode #37 the TurPhDudes are joined by the Dr. Billy Crow, University of Florida Professor of Nematology. In this episode we discuss lance nematode management, why nematode assay numbers may be misleading, and how disease, environmental stress, and nematodes can all be related.

Helpful Links

• University of Florida Nematode Assay Lab
• Nematode Management for Golf Courses in Florida
• Diagnosing Lance Nematodes on Bermudagrass – GCM October 2021
• Managing Root-Knot Nematodes in Warm-Season Turfgrass - GCM September 2021

More About Dr. Crow

William T. (Billy) Crow is a Professor in the UF Entomology and Nematology Department. He has a Ph.D. in Nematology from University of Florida, an MS in Agronomy from Auburn University, and a BS in Agriculture from University of Hawaii at Hilo. Dr. Crow has a 60% Extension and 40% Research appointment specializing in diagnosis and management of plant-parasitic nematodes that effect turfgrasses and ornamental plants. He is also the Director of the UF Nematode Assay Lab. His research focuses on developing improved diagnostic methods and integrated pest management strategies. His extension programs focus on helping clientele determine the causes of nematode problems and educating them how to avoid and manage them in ways that are effective, sustainable, and cost effective.

More About TurPh.Dudes 

Thank you for joining us for this episode of the TurPh.Dudes podcast brought to you by Harrell’s. Our TurPh.Dudes are reaching out to industry leaders and game changers to discuss what they’re seeing out there. Topics focus on turf health, nutrition, control solutions and the latest in academic research. TurPh.Dudes episodes are released periodically. You can subscribe to us on iTunes and Google Podcast or tune-in directly right here at www.harrells.com. Send us your questions @turphdudes on Twitter or by email at turphdudes@harrells.com.