Winter injury remains is arguably the most unpredictable and costly challenges in cool-season turf management. This episode is an excerpt from the 2026 Ontario Turfgrass Symposium, with guest speaker Dr Ed Nangle from Ohio State University ATI.

Renovating a sports field is more than what you see on the surface — what lies beneath can be just as critical. This episode is an excerpt from the 2026 Ontario Turfgrass Symposium, with guest speaker Beth Patchett from Ontario One Call about the importance of considering the underground infrastructure when planning a construction project.

The major insect pests impacting sod farms in Ontario are white grubs, billbugs, crane fly, and chinch bugs. This episode is an excerpt from the 2026 Ontario Turfgrass Symposium, with guest speaker Dr. Kyle Wickings from Cornell University who covers recommended protocols for scouting, pesticide use, and alternative control methods.

Dollar spot remains the most persistent and costly disease of cool-season turfgrass. This episode is an excerpt from the 2026 Ontario Turfgrass Symposium, with guest speaker Dr. Lee Miller from Purdue University who describes results from fungicide trials and cultivar evaluations, plus preliminary data on dollar spot suppression when using autonomous mowers.

Data-driven field management strategies can create safer, more consistent playing conditions and reduce the risk of injury. This episode is an excerpt from the 2026 Ontario Turfgrass Symposium, with guest speaker Ava Veith from Pennsylvania State University.

The long-term success of a lawn care business depends on the strength and stability of its team. This episode is an excerpt from the 2026 Ontario Turfgrass Symposium, with guest speaker Derek Robinson from Weed Man talking about how proper training can strengthen your workforce, reduce turnover, and cultivate the next generation of leaders.

Clear, accurate painted lines are essential for defining boundaries, highlighting key areas, and ensuring fair, consistent play. This episode is an excerpt from the 2026 Ontario Turfgrass Symposium, with guest speakers Joe Breedon from the City of Barrie and Brent Baker from Simplistic Lines.

Green spaces play a critical role in making cities healthier, more resilient places to live. This episode is an excerpt from the 2026 Ontario Turfgrass Symposium, with guest speaker Peter Guinane from Oriole Landscaping about The Green Cities Foundation and the Clean Air Calculator tool.

This season is a little different!

In this episode, hosts Dr. Sara Stricker and Carol Turner are joined by guest Lisa Hartvikson, a Turf Managers Short Course alum and long-time turfgrass industry professional. Lisa shares her unconventional journey into turf management, from delivering newspapers to discovering a passion for all things turf at 45. Tune in for a fun and insightful conversation about turf challenges, and the love of turf!