Turfgrass Epistemology
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Soil Fertility and Turfgrass Nutrition
Lexington, KY
Joined February 2011
Gypsum requires massive quantities to impact sodium saturation effectively. While biologically plausible, practical benefits are unlikely for most turfgrasses. #soilhealth #gypsum Full Video: https://t.co/EGveazSNmB
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Joel Simmons from @earthworksturf claims ammonium sulfate releases calcium and reduce take-all disease. However, applying calcium to alleviate take-all patch is not effective. #soilhealth #agriculture Full Vide: https://t.co/NGKREpOt7A
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Beware of those claiming no profit in calcium sales. It's often a 'loss leader' to hook you before upselling high-margin products. The real money lies in the extras they push once you're in. #business #salesTactics Full video: https://t.co/NGKREpOt7A
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Be wary of product claims based solely on root photos. Root growth can be influenced by various factors, not just a single product or practice. Don't let a handful of roots sway your decisions without considering the bigger picture. #Roots Full Video: https://t.co/EGveazSNmB
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Soil Testing Secrets: Universities & Revenue. Are universities complicit in soil test misrepresentation? #soiltesting #turfmanagement Video: https://t.co/14BZyJrWLP
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Fall Nitrogen Blitz: Is it a good thing? When done right, applying smaller amounts of nitrogen weekly carries minimal environmental risk and ensures consistent growth. #lawncare #nitrogen Video: https://t.co/jMg3mBUilI
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Scholars need to meet people where they are. A member admits to being swayed by name-dropping, highlighting the need for scholars to engage audiences where they are. #StakeholderEngagement #AcademicOutreach Video: https://t.co/C099Nlh3eH
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Liquid Aeration, Appeal to Authority, and the Halo Effect. Always demand evidence and rely on published literature, not just authority figures. #HaloEffect #CriticalThinking Video: https://t.co/C099Nlh3eH
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The 2024 survey of water-use on US golf courses is now published. For scholars wanting to cite the most current data, please use this article: https://t.co/6cIw04PcK4
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Concerns about water scarcity, quality, cost, and energy as well as climate change, and resource-use efficiency have placed increased pressure on the golf industry to reduce irrigation demands and...
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Dr. William Albrecht made the most ignorant statement in the history of soil science. Albrecht's conclusions on soil pH and plant sensitivity were flawed from the start. #SoilScience #Agriculture Full Video: https://t.co/hVIMVQzpBj
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Soil Sample Depth and Critical Phosphorus Levels. Phosphorus levels in soil are critical, but the *depth* of your sample matters! You can't just grab any soil; consistent depth is key for accurate testing. #AgTips #Agriculture #SoilHealth Full Video: https://t.co/c74Ko4BJYx
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John Perry is Very Confused. Just because gypsum contains sulfur doesn't mean it lowers pH. A fancy label doesn't guarantee results. It's up to you to know the science. #gardeningtips #soilscience Full Video: https://t.co/8fVm26cIPY
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Want to support turfgrass research? Here is one way. This fund has already published research that will aid in soil test interpretations and will directly benefit you by identifying potential sulfur deficiencies resulting in better turfgrass. https://t.co/4qA42pRH5e
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My name is Dr. Travis Shaddox, and I am a soil scientist specializing … Travis Shaddox needs your support for Support Turfgrass Research by Dr. Travis Shaddox
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Yard Mastery Soil Test = Flat Earth. One soil test stands on proven research, the other? Not so much. Don't fall for false equivalencies when managing your turf. #SoilScience #Turfgrass Full Video: https://t.co/QqOCpRD0Pe
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Even Science Articles Can Spread BS. How can nitrogen calibration tests ignore soil organic matter? They don't. "There's no way around it." #science #research Full Video: https://t.co/b3LhSoxYDr
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Water Heavy After Ferilizing?! What? Overwatering after application can cause runoff, moving nutrients away from where they're needed. Control the water to control the results. Full Video: https://t.co/ftJlvvlCt3
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Watering fertilizer 3x a week for TWO WEEKS?! A little water helps, but that's about it! #lawncare #gardening #lawncare #gardening Full Video: https://t.co/ftJlvvlCt3
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Potassium for Stress Relief? Think again! Potassium might be increasing stress, not reducing it. Some may be so deeply ingrained in old practices that they resist the truth, even when it stares them in the face. Full Video: https://t.co/ftJlvvlCt3
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Soil Potassium May Increase Without Fertilizing. How?! In sandy soils, it leeches readily. But in other areas, it can build up naturally from mineral-rich sands. Who knew? #soilscience #soilscience Full Video: https://t.co/4H8AoxNb6M
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Is deep & infrequent watering really better for turf? Research suggests it might not matter as much as we thought! For maximum quality, lighter, frequent watering may be the way to go. #TurfTips #TurfTips Full Video: https://t.co/O4cO6LDoER
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