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2026 Sod Growers Survey

Published - May 5, 2026

Blades of turfgrass that show red, yellow, and green colors due to temperature stress.
Spring Colors of Turfgrass

Published - April 13, 2026

Black annual bluegrass weevil (insect) adult on tip of grass leaf blade
New Annual Bluegrass Weevil Resources!

Published - March 30, 2026

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Spring 2026 Pest Update Video

Published - March 30, 2026

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2026 Turfgrass Short Course

Published - March 16, 2026

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9 Reasons to Choose a College Major in Turfgrass

Published - March 5, 2026

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All Pesticide License Holders

Published - March 3, 2026

US map showing 2025 turfgrass sample origins; 71% SE, 41% NC, 13% SW; Top5 NC, FL, SC, TX, CA
2025 Turf Diagnostics Lab Review

Published - January 28, 2026

From: Turf Pathology
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Winter 2025 Pest Update Video

Published - December 5, 2025

NC State three-panel: turf "Cold Injury/Chloroplast Masking"; closeup "Purple Leaf Tip"; "Leaf spot"
Purple Bermudagrass Greens? Cold Weather Likely to Blame

Published - December 1, 2025

From: Turf Pathology
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Conference: Starting a Lawn Care Business

Published - November 21, 2025

Green-copper beetle on damaged leaf; hand holding multiple small brown caterpillars
*Revised* Key to Turfgrass Insect Damage

Published - October 14, 2025

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Fall 2025 Pest Update Video

Published - September 26, 2025

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Art Bruneau FUNdraiser

Published - September 12, 2025

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Time for Fall Seeding of Tall Fescue

Published - September 12, 2025

Close-up of a caterpillar's head with black and beige patterns. Fine hairs protrude from the sides of the insect larva.
*Updated* Fall Armyworm Management Guide

Published - September 2, 2025

Grass field with large irregular brown and bare patches across the turf
Record Heat for Most of NC = Ugly Creeping Bentgrass and Tall Fescue

Published - July 30, 2025

From: Turf Pathology
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Field Day Registration Deadline

Published - July 25, 2025

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Gray Leaf Spot Development in Tall Fescue

Published - July 24, 2025

From: Turf Pathology
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Interactive Fall Armyworm Map Is Back!

Published - July 15, 2025

Bar chart of North Carolina sod prices from 2020 to 2025. Colors represent grass types like Bermudagrass and Tall Fescue; prices rise over time.
2025 Sod Producer's Report

Published - July 11, 2025

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2025 Turfgrass Field Day - Raleigh, Online Registration

Published - July 8, 2025

Navdeep Godara
Welcome Our New Turfgrass Weed Scientist

Published - July 2, 2025

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Revised Sports Turf Content

Published - June 30, 2025

An older man sits on a porch wearing a blue polo shirt, looking into the camera with a neutral expression. A basketball hoop and greenery are visible outside.
Summer 2025 Turf Pest Update Video

Published - June 26, 2025

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Your Input Needed!

Published - June 18, 2025

NC STATE TURFGRASS Sandills regional conference and field day — KNOW WHAT THE EXPERTS KNOW
**Register HERE** 2025 Sandhills Research Station Turfgrass Field Day and Conference

Published - April 17, 2025

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2025 Pest Control for Professional Turfgrass Managers Available

Published - March 18, 2025

Green text '2025 NC State Turfgrass Short Course' below vibrant green grass blades, on a light background, conveying a fresh, educational theme.
2025 Turfgrass Short Course

Published - March 13, 2025

US map: 2024 turfgrass sample origins — 65% SE, 15% SW, 37% NC; Top 5: NC, FL, TX, CA, AL
2024 Turf Diagnostics Lab Review

Published - February 11, 2025

From: Turf Pathology
Yellow background with "NC State" in a red box at the top. Black text reads "NC State Turfgrass Regional Conference Series, Wilmington. Know what the experts know." Green grass is shown to the right.
2026 New Hanover County Morning Regional Turfgrass Conference

Published - January 21, 2025

Yellow background with "NC State" in a red box at the top. Black text reads "NC State Turfgrass Regional Conference Series, Wilmington. Know what the experts know." Green grass is shown to the right.
2026 New Hanover County Afternoon Regional Turfgrass Conference

Published - January 21, 2025

Yellow background with "NC State" in a red box at the top. Black text reads "NC State Turfgrass Regional Conference Series, Greensboro. Know what the experts know." Green grass is shown to the right.
2026 Guilford County Regional Turfgrass Conference

Published - January 21, 2025

NC State Turfgrass Regional Conference Series - Smithfield. Know what the Experts Know.
2026 Johnston / Wake County Regional Turfgrass Conference

Published - January 21, 2025

Yellow background with "NC State" in a red box at the top. Black text reads "NC State Turfgrass Regional Conference Series, Lenoir . Know what the experts know." Green grass is shown to the right.
2026 Caldwell County Regional Turfgrass Conference

Published - January 21, 2025

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Winter 2024 Pest Update Video

Published - December 18, 2024

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Sample Fees Waived for Western NC Turf Managers

Published - September 30, 2024

From: Turf Pathology
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Guide to Fraise Mowing

Published - September 25, 2024

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*NEW* Fall Armyworm Management Decision Guide

Published - September 20, 2024

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Fall 2024 Pest Update Video

Published - September 19, 2024

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