by LOURDES MEDEROS, UF/IFAS
The roots of the University of Florida’s turfgrass research run deep – stretching back more than a century as scientists have worked to cultivate greener and more resilient landscapes that conserve water and protect the environment.
On March 27, the UF/IFAS Fort Lauderdale Research and Education Center will host the 2025 South Florida Turfgrass Field Day and Exposition, at 3205 College Ave. in Davie. The event, co-sponsored with the South Florida Golf Course Superintendents Association of America, offers a day of sessions and tours in English and Spanish, morning snacks, lunch and a vendor show.
Designed for a wide range of audiences, topics are tailored for professional landscapers, golf course superintendents, parks and recreation sports turf directors, homeowners and more. University faculty, state and federal biologists and landscape experts will share the latest research involving turfgrass management practices and their impact on the environment. Licensed pesticide applicators can earn credits to maintain their state-issued license.
“During this year’s field day, the newest solutions from the UF/IFAS turfgrass research team will be showcased. These solutions provide steps to a wide range of problems that plague the turfgrass industry and create consumer frustration,” said Marco Schiavon, assistant professor of turfgrass science at the Fort Lauderdale research center.
Research and Education Center.
|UF/IFAS Photo by Tyler Jones.
Various targeted sessions for professionals across the turf industry are scheduled throughout the day. Golf course superintendents and sports turf managers can gain insights into best practices for turfgrass management, including the latest research on pest and disease control. Meanwhile, landscape professionals and lawn care operators will benefit from sessions on sustainable landscaping and irrigation techniques, helping them improve efficiency and environmental impact.
The roots of the University of Florida’s turfgrass research run deep – stretching back more than a century as scientists have worked to cultivate greener and more resilient landscapes that conserve water and protect the environment.
On March 27, the UF/IFAS Fort Lauderdale Research and Education Center will host the 2025 South Florida Turfgrass Field Day and Exposition, at 3205 College Ave. in Davie. The event, co-sponsored with the South Florida Golf Course Superintendents Association of America, offers a day of sessions and tours in English and Spanish, morning snacks, lunch and a vendor show.
Designed for a wide range of audiences, topics are tailored for professional landscapers, golf course superintendents, parks and recreation sports turf directors, homeowners and more. University faculty, state and federal biologists and landscape experts will share the latest research involving turfgrass management practices and their impact on the environment. Licensed pesticide applicators can earn credits to maintain their state-issued license.
“During this year’s field day, the newest solutions from the UF/IFAS turfgrass research team will be showcased. These solutions provide steps to a wide range of problems that plague the turfgrass industry and create consumer frustration,” said Marco Schiavon, assistant professor of turfgrass science at the Fort Lauderdale research center.
Various targeted sessions for professionals across the turf industry are scheduled throughout the day. Golf course superintendents and sports turf managers can gain insights into best practices for turfgrass management, including the latest research on pest and disease control. Meanwhile, landscape professionals and lawn care operators will benefit from sessions on sustainable landscaping and irrigation techniques, helping them improve efficiency and environmental impact.
— provided by UF/IFAS