Upcoming Events

UMass Turf Day – July 23, 2025

UMass Turf Research Field Day is presented every other year to highlight the wide range of research and Extension projects currently taking place at the UMass Joseph Troll Turf Research Center in South Deerfield, MA, as well as relevant work being conducted at other locations by UMass Turf Program faculty, staff, and graduate students.

The UMass Turf Program is gearing up to renew this long tradition in South Deerfield on Wednesday, July 23, 2025. Turf practitioners and their associates can meet and speak with UMass staff and view projects underway. The event includes a trade show, featuring exhibits from numerous industry representatives, and all registrants can enjoy networking, continental breakfast and a hearty, festive lunch.

Current work includes studies on the biology and integrated management of turf-damaging diseases and insects, short- and long-term weed management, environmental stress physiology, fertility, drought management, golf and sports surfaces, and soil health, as well as a range of National Turfgrass Evaluation Program fine turf trials. Pesticide contact hours and professional certification credits will be offered. Complete info and registration will be forthcoming at http://ag.umass.edu/turf

For more information about how you can support the UMass Turf Program and make your message a part of the 2025 UMass Turf Research Field Day, contact Jason Lanier at jdl@umass.edu or 413-545-2965.

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Turfgrass Research Golf Classic – September 22, 2025

The UMass Alumni Turf Group (ATG) will honor revered professor emeritus Dr. Scott Ebdon at the 19th annual Dr. Joseph Troll Turfgrass Research Golf Classic at the Worcester Country Club in Wocester, MA. The Alumni Turf Group is made up of turf professionals who are graduates of the Stockbridge School of Agriculture and the University of Massachusetts. The group’s primary mission is to raise funds to enhance and further research at UMass. For more information – Alumniturfgroup.com

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