Services

One of the primary missions of UMass Extension is to provide aid to practitioners and others in solving problems.  We interact directly with turf managers through a number of services that we provide:

• E-Mail List
  Our e-mail list exists to facilitate an electronic connection between the UMass Extension Turf Program and the turf industry.  A message to the list is our fastest and most dynamic means of relaying information.

• Plant Problem Diagnostics
  The UMass Extension Plant Diagnostic lab provides diagnoses and recommendations for a range of turfgrass disorders and pest issues.  Ancillary services including tick-borne disease diagnostics are also available.

• Soil Testing
  Testing of soil is a fundamental exercise in the maintenance of turf, as soil test results serve to inform numerous key management decisions.  The UMass Soil and Plant Tissue Testing Laboratory provides a complete range of soil testing services for professionals and homeowners alike.
   
• Fungicide Resistance Assay
  The fungicide sensitivity assay is an extension service for golf course superintendents and other turf managers who experience difficulty controlling dollar spot disease.
   
• Additional Services
  Select services offered by the UMass Extension Turf Program are available only by special arrangement.