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Research-Based Turfgrass Insect Resources

Helping golf course superintendents, lawn care professionals, extension agents, and homeowners

identify and manage turfgrass pests.

See where key pests are being detected and follow seasonal activity.

Short, research-based videos and pesticide recertification courses to build your knowledge.

Practical guides for identifying insects in turfgrass and beneficial insect resources

Not sure which insect is causing the damage?

Use our interactive Turfgrass Insect Damage Key to answer a few questions about what you’re seeing and narrow down the possible pests.

Fall Armyworm

Activity is expected to increase in the coming months.

White Grubs

Activity is continuing to ramp up.

Japanese Beetle

Adult and larval activity should be decreasing.

Our team of graduate students, undergraduates, and staff is led by Dr. Terri Billesen.

Get seasonal pest alerts, new publications, and other updates.