Tall fescue is a popular turfgrass species that is used widely throughout the transition zone. Advances in cultivar development have brought advancements, yet issues like drought and pest development still impair tall fescue survival. In this 60-minute webinar presented by the Oregon Tall Fescue Commission, Joseph Roberts, Ph.D., provides a broad overview of issues impacting tall fescue, including diseases like brown patch and gray leaf spot. Cultural and chemical tools are discussed providing you with the most up-to-date information for enhancing tall fescue survival under adverse conditions.
Original presentation date: June 15, 2021
External education points are available - use the code announced during the webinar.
About the Instructor
Joseph Roberts, Ph.D. is an assistant professor and extension specialist in the Department of Plant and Environmental Sciences at Clemson University. Roberts earned bachelor’s degrees in biology and chemistry from North Carolina State University, a master’s in plant biology and pathology from Rutgers University, and his Ph.D. in plant pathology from NC State. Roberts’ research and extension program focuses on innovative methods to combat pathogens that impact both cool- and warm -season turfgrass species.
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