Benefits of Turfgrass and Green Space
- “The Role of Turfgrasses in Environmental Protection and Their Benefits to Humans” by James L. Beard, Ph.D.
- VIDEO: The Benefits of Turfgrass
- Five Eco-Friendly Reasons to Love Your Lawn
- “Benefits of Green Space – Recent Research” by Dr. John Heinze, Ph.D.
- The Benefits of Turf
- Fun Facts
Artificial and Synthetic Turf
Facts and Figures
- Natural Grass and Artificial Turf: Separating Myths and Facts
- Order Form: Order copies of the informational booklet “Natural Grass and Artificial Turf: Separating Myths and Facts” from Turf Producers International
- Synthetic (Artificial) Turf vs. Natural Grass Athletic Fields
High Surface Temperatures
- For Artificial Turf – The Heat is on! (Turf Producers International E-Newsletter)
- VIDEO: Comparing Surface Temperatures of Natural and Synthetic Turf
- “Synthetic Surface Heat Studies” by Dr. Frank Williams, Ph.D.
Sports Turf Injury Considerations
- Football Knee Injuries More Likely on Artificial Turf – Study
- Every Athlete Deserves a Soft Landing
- Football Knee Injuries Likelier on Artificial Turf Than Grass
Health Considerations
- Is Artificial Turf Hiding an 800 Pound Gorilla? (Turf Producers International E-Newsletter)
- VIDEO: What’s the Deal with Synthetic Turf Particles?
- Artificial Turf a Source of Lead Exposure
Maintaining Turfgrass
The Guide to Seed Treatment Stewardship
Palmer Amaranth (Amaranthus palmeri)
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ASTA Palmer Amaranth Test Press Release
ASTA Palmer Amaranth Test Contacts
ASTA Native Seed Production BMPs
ASTA Eurofins BDI – Palmer Amaranth Test Background