Impact of climate change on turf management for LCOs (2025)
Turf Education Day
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55m
Fred Yelverton, PhD, N.C. State University at Turf Education Day 2025
The session explores the impact of climate change on turfgrass management and pest control. It clarifies the difference between climate and weather, warns against confirmation bias, and highlights successful environmental interventions. The discussion includes challenges in measuring CO2 uptake, the denitrification cycle, and the rise of invasive weed species. It emphasizes the need for adaptive strategies in turfgrass management to address increasing temperatures and fungal diseases.
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