Features:

• Coverage of new scientific pest information, availability of insecticides, and biological control options
• Revised chapter on integrated management
• A practical approach in presentation
• Heavily illustrated with photos and drawings
• Coverage of all pests, including mammal and bird pests

Controlling Turfgrass Pests - 3rd Edition is an up-to-date account of the current state of the art and science of turfgrass pest management. It is designed to serve as either a basic text for students or a comprehensive reference for the professional turfgrass manager, including golf course superintendents, lawn care company personnel, park and cemetery officials, those responsible for maintaining turf on sports fields, airports, and along highways, seed and sod growers, and landscapers.

Contents

1. Introduction
2. Maintenance of Turfgrasses
3. Abiotic Turfgrass Problems
4. Biology and Management of Weeds in Turfgrasses
5. Biology and Management of Diseases in Turfgrasses
6. Biology and Control of Insects and Related Pests of Turfgrass
7. Application Equipment and the Safe Use of Pesticides
8. Calibrating Equipment

Appendix
Glossary
Index

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