3/19/2018 - By Dr. Raymond Snyder

In this episode of TurPh.Dudes, Dr. Raymond Snyder, Harrell’s Director of Agronomy caught up with Dr. Bruce Martin, research and extension turfgrass pathologist at the Pee Dee Research and Education Center at Clemson University. They’re discussing Real World Turf Disease Management and best cultural management strategies to optimize playing surface conditions.  

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The TurPh.Dudes cover a lot of ground with Dr. Martin. Take a look at these stops to jump to a specific topic.

6:40  2018 Winter Recovery Outlook
7:52  Introduction of Bermudagrass in Transition Zone
11:07 Moving from Reactive to Proactive Fungicide Programs
23:25  Pythium Management 32:58  Disease Resistance Management
40:19  Nematode Management Techniques through Root Health
49:13   Fertility and Disease Management
51:17  Balanced Approach Trial Results
58:03 Plant Health

Details from Dr. Martin's  Clemson Profile: Dr. Martin is the research and extension turfgrass pathologist for South Carolina.  He has been active in turf research, extension and teaching for the past 26 years with Clemson University. His degrees are a B.S. in Biology (1976), Hendrix College; M.S. in Plant Pathology (1978), University of Arkansas; and Ph.D. in Plant Pathology (1981), N.C. State University. Dr. Martin’s programs include research and extension programs on fungicide performance, disease identification and management, and nematode management in commercial turfgrass systems. Dr. Martin supports the turfgrass industry in the state and region through seminars, workshops, recommendations and personal contacts. These efforts are aimed at golf course, sod businesses, lawn and landscape, and athletic fields.

Professor
Horticulture Program Team, Agricultural and Environmental Science Department, PeeDee Research and Education Center
Office: Pee Dee Research and Education
Phone: 843-519-0460 Email: sbmrtn@clemson.edu

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