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Identification and Management of Turfgrass Diseases, Page 18
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Rust occurs to some extent on all turfgrasses, but the rust fungi are generally host specific. Rust is most severe on susceptible cultivars of Kentucky bluegrass, tall fescue, perennial ryegrass and zoysiagrass. Rust symptoms usually appear in late August to early September and continue through the fall months.
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Identification and Management of Turfgrass Diseases, Page 21
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Take-all patch of creeping bentgrass is a soilborne disease caused by a darkly pigmented, ectotrophic root-infecting fungus. The disease is most common on new greens. It also occurs on reconstructed greens, especially when methyl bromide had been used in the renovation.
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Cool-Season Grasses: Lawn Establishment and Renovation
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Learn how to successfully establish or renovate cool-season grass lawns with proper soil preparation, seeding techniques, and essential fertilization steps.
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Grasses in Shade: Establishing and Maintaining Lawns in Low Light
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Learn how to establish and maintain healthy lawns in shaded areas, including grass selection, tree pruning, and proper lawn care techniques.
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Cool-Season Grass Cultivars for Athletic Fields
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This guide provides turfgrass recommendations for athletic fields, emphasizing irrigation, traffic-tolerant cultivars, and effective seeding methods.
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Identification and Management of Turfgrass Diseases, Page 04
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Ascochyta leaf blight results in the rapid development of large irregularly shaped, straw-colored patches on Kentucky bluegrass and occasionally on tall fescue and perennial ryegrass during the summer. Because Ascochyta spp. are primarily foliar pathogens, diseased turfgrass usually recovers relatively quickly.
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Identification and Management of Turfgrass Diseases, Page 07
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Dead spot is a disease of new sand-based bentgrass greens or renovated greens where methyl bromide was used in the renovation. The disease first occurs one to four years after construction or renovation, gradually disappearing one to three years after its first occurrence.
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Identification and Management of Turfgrass Diseases, Page 10
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Fairy ring is caused by more than 60 basidiomycete fungi, including those producing the familiar puffballs and toadstools. The rings result from the activities of these fungi growing radially through the thatch or soil, rather than from a direct parasitic relationship with the turfgrass.
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Identification and Management of Turfgrass Diseases, Page 13
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Large patch is a cool-season disease of warm-season grasses. Symptoms are most common when these grasses are either entering or coming out of dormancy.
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Identification and Management of Turfgrass Diseases, Page 16
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Necrotic ring spot is a destructive disease of Kentucky bluegrass, but may also occur on red fescue and annual bluegrass. The disease is particularly damaging to bluegrass.
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Identification and Management of Turfgrass Diseases, Page 19
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Spring dead spot is a destructive disease of common bermudagrass and bermudagrass hybrids throughout the northern range of its adaptation in the U.S.
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Identification and Management of Turfgrass Diseases, Page 22
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Yellow patch is a cool-season disease that occurs on bentgrass and annual bluegrass putting greens and sometimes on higher-gut Kentucky bluegrass.
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Pecan Pest Management: Insects and Diseases
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This guide details pecan insect pests and diseases that can cause economic losses to Missouri producers.
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Turfgrass Disease Control
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Identification and Management of Turfgrass Diseases, Page 02
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Learn to diagnose turfgrass diseases by identifying host plants, assessing environmental conditions, and observing damage patterns for effective management.
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Sewer Line Chemical Root Control (Category 5B)
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This manual contains information that applicators must be familiar with to become a certified sewer line root control applicator.
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Controlling Rats
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Norway rats are stocky burrowing rodents that were unintentionally introduced into North America by settlers who arrived on ships from Europe. Also called brown rats or sewer rats, these destructive pests are found in and around towns and farms throughout Missouri. This guide provides information on how to recognize and manage a rat infestation.
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Controlling Nuisance Moles
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Moles often are a nuisance and can harm your plants. Visit our site to learn about Controlling Nuisance Moles.
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Controlling Snakes After a Storm or Flood
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Snakes often become displaced after a storm or flooding event. As a result, many of these animals are seeking shelter and food in areas close to people. Read more to find out what to do when you encounter one.
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Managing Raccoon Problems in Missouri
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Raccoons have adapted to urban areas, causing damage to property and posing health risks. Learn how to manage and prevent raccoon problems.
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Armadillos in Missouri: Techniques to Prevent and Control Damage
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Armadillos are becoming more common in Missouri. Visit our site for our Armadillos in Missouri: Techniques to Prevent and Control Damage resource.
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Controlling Rodents After a Flood
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Flooding displaces many rodents from their natural habitat. As a result, these animals are seeking areas that can provide food and shelter, such as homes, sheds, barns and other buildings.
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Controlling Nuisance Pigeons
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Controlling Nuisance Muskrats in Missouri Ponds and Lakes
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Muskrats can damage ponds and crops through burrowing and feeding. This guide outlines effective control methods.
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Managing Skunk Problems in Missouri
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Striped and eastern spotted skunks inhabit diverse environments and may cause issues like lawn damage, poultry predation, and unpleasant odors.