Guelph Turfgrass Institute

Six months from today, the 2027 Ontario Turfgrass Symposium begins! Time flies, and February will be here before you know it. Mark your calendar now and join us for two days of the latest turfgrass research, industry insights, networking, and professional development.

All about that data! 📏 We regularly collect data on soil water content using a TDR (Time Domain Reflectometer) probe in the soil surfactant study.

From rookie to the "reel deal".

The Turf Managers' Short Course is where turf professionals level up their skills for the next step in their careers. Over four weeks, you'll build practical, science-based knowledge that you can put to work immediately.

Ready to take your career to the next level? Register now at TurfManagers.ca.

Hosted in partnership with the University of Guelph School of Continuing Studies.

The monarchs are here today! 🦋 Join us TODAY from 10am to 3pm at the free Trial Garden Open House event, hosted by Rodger Tschanz from Ontario Agricultural College, University of Guelph. For more details, check out guelphturfgrass.ca/fielddays

Ants. 🐜 They won't just ruin your picnic, they can also ruin a critical putt on the golf green. ⛳
But did you know? Ants were added to the Canadian label of DEMAND CS (Lambda-cyhalothrin) in 2025 under the User Requested Minor Use Label Expansion program.

Come see what's in bloom! 🌼 Join us at the free Open House event, hosted by Rodger Tschanz from the Ontario Agricultural College, University of Guelph on August 7th and 8th. For more details, check out guelphturfgrass.ca/fielddays

It's getting hot in here! ☀️ The cover has been over this perennial ryegrass cultivar trial for four weeks and the turf now a dull, bluish-green colour; the first signs of drought!

Advance your career without putting it on hold. The Turfgrass Systems Management Certificate is designed for working professionals, with flexible online courses you can complete from anywhere.
This fall (September–December), learn on your schedule. Enrol in Turf Management and/or Disease Management: two fully online courses that fit around your work and life. Visit uoguel.ph/tsm for more details and to enrol.

Delivered in partnership with University of Guelph School of Continuing Studies

The Guelph Turfgrass Institute is closed today for the Civic Holiday. Originally established in 1861 as a "day of recreation," the holiday was often celebrated with picnics and time spent outdoors. We encourage you to enjoy the long weekend the same way—get outside, relax, and have a wonderful Civic Holiday!