Evaluation of turf fertilization run-off impact and mitigation techniques

Yves Desjardins, Laval University; Gillaume Grégoire, Laval University, Marc Duchemin, Institut de Recherche et de Développement en Agroenvironnement

Dr. Yves Desjardins with Université Laval has compared the effect of four different maintenance programs on turfgrass quality, nutrient losses through runoff and leaching, and soil fertility level. Twelve plots evaluated five different maintenance regimes that included aerification, topdressing, weed control and fertilization. Results suggest that fertilized turf uses less water than unfertilized turf.